Welcome to the most colorful landscape in the world! This tour through endless fields of flowers will awaken all your senses. Take in the stunning views, breathe in the fresh floral scents, and soak up the spring vibes. Learn all about the history and traditions of bulb growing, from the days of Tulip Mania to today. Meet organic flower farmers and hear their inspiring stories. Experience the beauty of the Dutch countryside along the way, and simply enjoy the happiness that flowers bring!
* tour price based on 4 hours including VAT. For more hours the price will be adjusted accordingly.
Highlights
- Travel in comfort with electric transport throughout the tour.
- Explore both a rose farm and a tulip farm.
- Savor coffee and homemade apple pie.
- Immerse yourself in the Dutch countryside with plenty of time for photo stops.
Optional additions
- Visit the historic Keukenhof Castle.
- Extend or customize the tour to suit your preferences.
What our guests say about our tours
"EXPLORE THE CITY LIKE A LOCAL"
Great tour if you want to explore the city as a local. We like the fact that the guides are locals themselves and can tell you informative as well as personal stories about ‘their’ city. It’s a real plus you can customize your own tour and give suggestions about what you would like to see or do.
Daniel, Netherlands
"INSIGHT INTO LIFE IN AMSTERDAM"
If you’re not too much in the standard very touristy tour but more into catching a glimpse of the city’s real atmosphere then doing a tour with Amsterdam Odysseys is great! This tour gave me lots of insight into the city off the beaten track and got more of an idea how life in Amsterdam is actually like. If you have any special interest or hobby, they would probably find just the right places you really wanna see.
Marlen, UK
EXPERIENCE THE BULBS AND FLOWERS BEYOND MASS TOURISM
When you think of Holland, you probably think of flowers. The Bollenstreek—the country’s largest bulb-growing region—is famous for its breathtaking colors in spring. The Keukenhof flower garden is the most well-known attraction, but at Amsterdam Odyssey, we prefer to go beyond the tourist hotspots. That’s why we’ve designed our own unique flower tour, focused on the fascinating stories and passionate people behind the blooms.
This tour is only available during spring. If you’d like to explore the Dutch countryside at other times of the year, we recommend our Countryside and windmill tour.
ENTREPRENEURS WITH AWARENESS
On this half-day tour, we visit two farms: one specializing in roses and the other in tulips. We always seek out experts who have a true passion for their craft and a deep commitment to sustainability. Speaking of sustainability—our countryside tours always use electric transport! Your guide and the chauffeur of our electric taxi van will meet you at your hotel, ready to take you on an unforgettable journey into the world of flowers.
ROSES AND APPLE PIE
Our first stop is an organic rose farm, a warm and welcoming family-run business that offers more than just beautiful roses. Here, you’ll enjoy coffee or tea with a delicious slice of homemade apple pie—right in the middle of the flowers and plants. After the coffee break, you’ll get an up-close look at the roses and learn about their history, how they are cultivated, and their many uses.
TULIPS
Next, we visit another iconic Dutch flower: the tulip. At a local tulip farm, you’ll learn all about tulips and bulbs. Though tulips grow from bulbs, they are actually two distinct products, each with its own cultivation process and history.
One of the biggest challenges for bulb farmers is the damage caused by tourists walking through the fields for the perfect photo. One of the bulb farming families has created a field with hundreds of different kinds of tulips, solely for the purpose of walking through to take that perfect picture. The farmers don’t get the damage and the tourists do get the photos: a win – win solution we’re happy to share with you!
DUTCH LANDSCAPES: POLDERS AND BEACH RIDGES
This tour takes you south of Amsterdam. The region of the bulbs and flowers was already inhabited before Amsterdam was. The soil, a mix of sand and peat, turned out to be perfect for growing bulbs. As we explore the area, you’ll learn about its rich history and development.
We’ll also drive through one of the largest polders in the Netherlands: the former Haarlemmermeer lake. In the mid-19th century, the lake was drained to create over 200 km² of new land. As we pass through, you’ll hear more about the fascinating story of how the Dutch transformed water into land, shaping the countryside as we know it today.
FAQ
Where is the meeting point?
Since we customize each tour, the starting point will be adjusted to your itinerary and wishes.
Is the Keukenhof flower garden part of this tour?
A visit to the Keukenhof is not included in this tour. We normally avoid the main tourism spots and take you beyond them, to smaller scale, more intimate places with personal receptions and stories.
We could end our tour at the entrance of the Keukenhof and you visit the garden on your own. Please contact us to discuss options.
I have particular interests and/or special needs. Can this tour be customized?
Yes. Please contact us, and we will be happy to come up with a tailor-made tour for you.
Is the tour suitable for young children?
Yes, it is.
Is this tour suitable for people with reduced mobility?
Yes. If necessary, we can reduce the amount of walks.
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