De Haar Castle, Utrecht and Muiderslot from Amsterdam by Car 5-hour: Castle De Haar & Utrecht City Tour
ID: GYG522739-911596
Category:
Country: Netherlands
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a guided tour of the city of Utrecht and the De Haar Castle, the most luxurious castle in Holland, with a Private Guide! Includes private transfers from Amsterdam.
Add a touch of adventure to your stay in Amsterdam with a visit to the charming city of Utrecht and its crown jewel, De Haar Castle. Immerse yourself in a fairytale and explore one of the most luxurious castles of Europe with a Private Guide, who knows all of its secrets! Take a trip back in time to the glory days of the 19th-20th century!
Choose the 5-hour option to travel from Amsterdam to Utrecht and visit De Haar Castle. For your convenience, a 5-Star Driver and Guide will pick you up directly from your accommodation in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle, so you can sit back and relax while traveling through the beautiful Dutch landscape. The first stop will be at De Haar Castle, the largest castle in Holland, which is located just outside Utrecht. The 700-years-old De Haar Castle is one of the most attractive fortresses in Europe, an enchanting image of a medieval fortress with towers, turrets, moats, gates, suspension bridges, and an extensive park area. It will make you feel as if you're in a real fairytale!
Your Expert Guide will tell you the castle’s history and how it has changed since 1892. Inside you will admire luxurious interiors decorated with richly ornamented woodcarving and many works from the Rothschild collection, such a sthe rare carrier coach of the wife of a Japanese shōgun. After a guided tour of the castle, you will head to the historic center of Utrecht. This ancient city has been the religious center of the Netherlands since the 8th century and boasts many beautiful churches, such as the famous St. Martin’s Cathedral. Explore the heart of the Utretch and immerse yourself in local history and legends.
Choose an 8-hour option to enhance your adventure with a visit to 1 more fantastic Dutch castle, the Muiden Castle (Muiderslot).This more than 700 years old castle is one of the most attractive fortresses in the Netherlands and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Feel its authentic medieval atmosphere, see the restored 17th century rooms and kitchen and a collection of arms and armor.
Highlights
- Visit De Haar Castle with a 5-Star Licensed Guide
- See St. Martin's Cathedral and other highlights of Utrecht city
- Hear interesting historical facts and legends from the Netherlands
- Visit Muiden Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (8-hour option only)
- Enjoy a day trip with private transfers from Amsterdam
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please check your email the day before the tour for important information.
Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option.
Skip-the-line tickets are booked in advance so you can skip the line at the ticket office, but not at the entrance and security checks.
We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for 1-4 people, or in larger van for groups of 5 people and more. You can book a 5-people tour for a larger vehicle.
Groups larger than 7 people will travel by bus. Due to the bus-free zone in the city center, the pickup point will be scheduled at the nearest tourist bus stop to your hotel/accommodation. We will inform you of the exact pick up point via email so please check how to get there, as it may be a few minutes walk from your accommodation.
In De Haar Castle, 1 licensed guide can lead a group of 1-10 people. We will arrange 2 guides for 11-20 people,and 3 guides for 21-30 people.
Pickup from your accommodation in Amsterdam.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
