Day Trip to Rotterdam, Gouda and Utrecht
In this day trip, we will get to see three cities with all different personalities among them: Rotterdam, Gouda and Utrecht. In addition to visiting three such special places in one day, you will also save money, as this package is cheaper than visiting each city separately. Good deal, don’t you think?
What To Expect From Your Tour in Rotterdam?
Rotterdam is the Most Modern City in the Netherlands
First you will visit the most modern city and the second largest in terms of population in the Netherlands. Rotterdam stands out for its modern buildings and contemporary architecture. It has the largest buildings in Holland and the largest sea port in Europe.
We will see the Modern Markthal Live and in Color
We will visit the MarktHal, a famous complex of residential houses with a market with several stalls, shops and restaurants, right in the middle of it! It was built in 2014 by architect Piet Blom and is considered to be the first indoor market in the Netherlands. Here we will be able to taste some local and foreign delights.
We Will Also Visit the Cubic Houses
Next to the MarktHal, we will visit the famous cubic houses, also a project by the architect Piet Blom. This architect wanted to innovate in the housing concept, taking advantage of every possible space. In the 1980’s, therefore he designed the famous cubic houses.
The houses are inclined on a hexagonal pole and their inclination is 45 degrees. When we look at the top of the houses, we see what the architect wanted to create an abstract forest with the triangular top of the houses being the tops of the trees.
We will also see where the old and the current port of the city are located.
A Bit About What To Expect From Your Time in Gouda!
This City is Known By Its Famous Gouda Cheese
Gouda is known worldwide for a product that (almost) everyone loves: CHEESE !! The famous gouda cheese is from here !
During the spring and summer season, the famous cheese show takes place in the central square of the city.
And if you are going to be here outside this season, there is no problem, as Gouda offers other very cool attractions.
But Gouda Isn't Only Famous for its Cheese!
The city is also famous for another delight that many people fall in love with when they try it: the stroopwafel. We will take you to experience this wonder from the source, as it’s origin is also from this city!
We will visit the old cheese weighing house Goudse Waag, built in the 17th century and nowadays a cheese museum. There, we will see the different scales that were used to weigh the cheese, right after the sale in the square, located just a few steps away.
Historic centre...
We will also see the beautiful city hall, built in the 15th century which hasn’t lost non of its majesty. It is the stage for many couples who exchange yheir marriage vows in this city.
Then will visit Sint-Janskerk, considered to be the highest church in the Netherlands. besides that, it has another peculiarity: it contains a beautiful collection of 72 Gothic stained windows, among which, 61 were made between 1530 and 1603.
We will pass by several shops and try some unusual flavors of cheese, such as mint and lavender. But there is no need to be scared, we will also try the traditional flavors , like gouda and old cheese, among other.
Last But Certainly Not Least Important We Will Visit Utrecht
The Charming Utrecht
Utrecht is a city that could be put in a frame, it is just so beautiful. Its restaurants and cafés are very famous for being below the level of the houses, which gives this charming place an extra charm.
The fourth most populous city in the Netherlands, Utrecht is also famous for having the largest tower in the Netherlands, with its 112 meters. We will visit the beautiful Dom Toren, a Gothic church that gives the tower its name.
We Will Visit the Old Canal and the Street Market
We will stroll through the vibrant shopping streets and along the Oude gracht, or ‘old canal’ that runs through the historic city center, and come across interesting shops and attractive terraces.
Did you know that Utrecht played an important role in the country’s religious scene? In the Middle Ages, this was the place chosen to be the seat of the bishopric and the center of the episcopal hierarchy. For this reason, the city has a lot of churches, old convents and monasteries.
It Will Be a Tour Full of History
We will see all this historical reference, that is very much alive in every corner of the city, from up and close and discover much more interesting stuff together in Utrecht!
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Tour Duration
- Nine hours
Price
- 1-4 people group=795€
- 5-8 people group=1100€
- For groups containing more than 8 people, please request a quote using the form below below.
The Tour Includes
- Private Tour Guide
- Private transportation
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
The Tour Doesn't Include
- Lunch
- Tip (optional)
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