A Taste of Amsterdam
Overview
Immerse yourself in the charm, culture and flavours of the Netherlands with this 4-night curated stay in the heart of Amsterdam.
Format
Locations
- Amsterdam
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Amsterdam
- 4 nights of accommodation
- 4 breakfasts, 34 tastings
- Round-trip private airport transfers to your hotel
- 4 days of public transport
- 24-hour Hop-On Hop-Off bus
- Day excursion to Zaanse Schans, Volendam, Edam and Marken
- Scenic boat trip between Volendam and the island of Marken
- Candlelight canal cruise
- Entrance tickets for Rijksmuseum
- Entrance to Van Gogh meets Rembrandt Experience
- Entrance ticket at Heineken Experience
- Dutch Food Tour
- Cheese tasting in Edam with various Dutch cheeses
- Earn Aeroplan® points
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Fly to Amsterdam
Day 2
Welcome to Amsterdam
Upon your arrival in Amsterdam, you’ll transfer to your hotel and check in for your 4-night stay. Spend the rest of the day getting to know Amsterdam at your own pace. Use your public transport ticket to explore the city.
More Moments Activities Included
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Candlelight Canal Cruise
In the early evening, enjoy a canal cruise navigating through Amsterdam's iconic waterways, while sipping wine and tasting Dutch cheese. As the city transitions from day to night, it offers a stunning backdrop for your first evening in Amsterdam.
Meal(s): Tasting
Day 3
Amsterdam: Visit
Enjoy a full-day visit to the Dutch countryside.
More Moments Activities Included
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Amsterdam – Zaanse Schans, Volendam, Edam and Marken
Today, you’ll wander along the docks, sample fresh seafood and even have the chance to dress up in traditional Dutch attire for a unique photo opportunity. Afterwards, you’ll embark on a scenic boat trip between Volendam and Marken, visit a local cheese farm in Edam and indulge in local cheeses.
Meal(s): Breakfast, tasting
Day 4
Amsterdam: Visit
Take your time exploring the heart of Amsterdam with your 24-hour Hop-On Hop-Off bus, featuring many of the city's highlights. Stop to visit the two renowned museums along the way.
More Moments Activities Included
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Hop-On Hop-Off Amsterdam
Explore the city's top attractions at your own pace. Take advantage of both bus and boat, including audio guides and frequent stops near landmarks such as the Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House and the Heineken Experience, making it a convenient way to discover the city.
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Entrance tickets to the Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum
Visit the Van Gogh Museum to immerse yourself in the world of Vincent van Gogh. Explore his most famous works, learn about his life and understand his artistic evolution. After lunch, continue to the Rijksmuseum to admire the works of Dutch masters like Rembrandt and Vermeer. Take your time exploring the vast collections, from the Golden Age paintings to intricate Delftware.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5
Amsterdam: Visit
After breakfast, enjoy a 3-hour guided walking tour, tasting local delicacies along the way. In the afternoon, visit the Heineken Experience.
More Moments Activities Included
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Dutch Food Tour
This 3-hour guided walking tour offers a delightful journey through the city's culinary scene, highlighting traditional dishes and regional specialties.
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Heineken Experience
The Heineken Experience is a self-guided tour through the original brewery, showcasing the brand’s history and beer-making process with interactive exhibits. Your visit includes two chilled Heineken beers to enjoy at the end.
Meal(s): Breakfast, tasting
Day 6
Amsterdam - Return to Canada
After breakfast, you’ll take your transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accommodations
Where you'll stay
Superior Accommodation
Location
Hotel
Room details
Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Bed size(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people
Important Information
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Daily departures from November 01, 2025 – October 24, 2026
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Not Included:
- Meals and drinks, unless noted
- Transfers, unless noted
- City taxes
- Additional activities and excursions
- Personal expenses and insurance
- Porterage
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The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day or replaced with an alternate option depending on availability, weather, seasonality and operational reasons beyond the supplier’s control.
- Candlelight canal cruise with fine wine and Dutch cheeses (duration: 90 minutes)
- Entrance ticket and tasting of 2 chilled Heineken beers at the Heineken Experience (18+ only)
- Dutch Food Tour (includes a 3-hour guided walking tour)
- Cheese tasting in Edam with various Dutch cheeses
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- 4 days of public transport
- 24-hour Hop-On Hop-Off bus (City Sightseeing)