Shore Excursion Details

Giethoorn Canal Cruise

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Giethoorn Canal Cruise

DETAILS

  • 5
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Age
  • Snack

OVERVIEW

Cruise the countless canals that crisscross Giethoorn, a small village that is largely free of vehicles as most everyone gets around by walking, bicycling or boating. Although there are only a few thousand residents, each year nearly a million people descend on Giethoorn to admire its fairytale-like setting and leisurely pace of life. Cruising the canals, some of which were dug by hand, will present a unique water perspective of the village, which is often referred to as the Venice of the Netherlands. Along the way, you can expect to see an abundance of 18th- and 19th-century farmhouses with thatched roofs and pass under innumerable wooden bridges as the village boasts more than 175 of them. If you notice a flat-bottomed, square-front vessel being poled like a Venetian gondola, it will likely be a punt. Few experiences are quite so relaxing as cruising the canals of Giethoorn.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit Giethoorn, an idyllic village that is almost completely devoid of roads and cars.
• Cruise the shallow and narrow canals that run through Giethoorn.
• Appreciate Giethoorn’s serenity, slow pace of life and fairytale setting.
• Hear commentary about the history of the village, which was settled in the 13th century.


HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes a boat ride, and participants will need to step up or down when boarding and disembarking the boat. It is not recommended to guests who utilize a wheelchair. Those guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of ability and stamina. Coaches do not have a lift, and entering and exiting must be done via stairs. The order of the sights may vary.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Adventure

Activity Level:

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    Challenging
Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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