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Amsterdam Adventure

The Visa Engineers

The Visa Engineers

7 Dec 2023

Embark on an 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of Amsterdam. Discover breathtaking museums, immerse yourself in nature, and delve into the city's rich history. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the Netherlands!

Day 1Botanic Wonders and Royal Grandeur
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$30

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$ 7

City Trip Hostels Amsterdam-Zaandam

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam
Compact botanical gardens, originally planted in 1682, with formal outdoor & greenhouse sections.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$15
7 - 10 min

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Waterlooplein Market
On a site dating from the 19th century, this flea market with up to 300 stalls opens 6 days a week.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
13 - 20 min

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Royal Palace Amsterdam
Grand residence for royal receptions since 1808, open to the public & exhibitions when not in use.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
$15
Day 2Artistic Treasures and Modern Marvels
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$44

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$ 7

City Trip Hostels Amsterdam-Zaandam

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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Rijksmuseum
19th-century building housing Dutch Golden Age painting masterpieces & vast European art collection.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$24
4 - 5 min

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Moco Museum
Art museum housed in an early-20th-century townhouse, featuring inventive works by Dalí & Banksy.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$20
Day 3A Magical Day at Efteling
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$51

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$ 7

City Trip Hostels Amsterdam-Zaandam

Depart from your stay 🏨

92 - 111 min

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Efteling
Amusement park with fairytale-themed rides, wooden roller coasters & water fountain & light show.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$51
Day 4Serenity in Vondelpark and Cultural Icons
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$39

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$ 11

City Trip Hostels Amsterdam-Zaandam

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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Vondelpark
Expansive, 19th-century urban park with a playground, ponds & an open-air theater.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
12 - 17 min

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Van Gogh Museum
Museum housing the world's largest collection of Van Gogh paintings, alongside drawings & letters.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$22
7 - 9 min

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Anne Frank House
Museum house where Anne Frank & her family hid from the Nazis in a secret annex, during WWII.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$17
Day 5Thrilling Adventures and Captivating Exhibitions
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$61

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$ 11

City Trip Hostels Amsterdam-Zaandam

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Dungeon Amsterdam
Theatrical, gore-laden attraction, part of a global chain, featuring gruesome local history.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$21
6 - 9 min

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BODY WORLDS Amsterdam
Preserved human & animal remains are on display in a range of poses at this anatomy exhibit.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$22
16 - 20 min

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Eye Film Museum
Huge collection of Dutch & foreign movies & film posters in contemporary, waterside culture center.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$18
Day 6Wildlife Encounters and Breathtaking Views
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$46

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$ 11

City Trip Hostels Amsterdam-Zaandam

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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ARTIS
Zoo park founded in 19th century, with chimps, zebras & elephants, plus aquarium & planetarium.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$22
13 - 16 min

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A'DAM Lookout
Elevator with a light show to a 20-story rooftop with a restaurant/bar & an over-the-edge swing.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$24
Day 7Maritime Heritage and Iconic Figures
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$62

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$ 7

City Trip Hostels Amsterdam-Zaandam

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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The National Maritime Museum
Interactive museum in former storehouse with virtual voyages & a replica 18th-century merchant ship.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$17
12 - 17 min

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museum Rembrandthuis
Restored, 17th-century house where Rembrandt lived & worked for 20 years, hung with his etchings.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$19
8 - 12 min

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Madame Tussauds Amsterdam
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous people & historic icons in themed galleries.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
$26
Day 8Science Exploration and Nature's Bliss
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$21

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$ 11

City Trip Hostels Amsterdam-Zaandam

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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NEMO Science Museum
Interactive science exhibits, experiments & shows in a huge, waterfront, boat-like museum.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$21
29 - 35 min

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Het Amsterdamse Bos
Recreational area including an organic farm/petting zoo, tree-top adventure course & boat trips.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Day 9

City Trip Hostels Amsterdam-Zaandam

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $424 In total

Activities & Food:$354
Transport:$70