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Keukenhof gardens ©Tom van der Leij
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Private Tulip Tours from Amsterdam


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Private Tulip Tours from Amsterdam


Private Tulip Tours from Amsterdam & Photos in the Tulip Fields

Private Tulip Tour (Half-Day)

Book & pay now for your exclusive private tulip tour – limited availability

Escape the crowds and discover the most exclusive tulip fields in the Netherlands on a refined half-day private journey through the spectacular Kop van Noord-Holland. Travel in comfort with your private guide across historic polders, learn the story behind Holland’s iconic flower, and enjoy unhurried stops among endless, vibrant blooms — perfect for exceptional photography.

Available on select seasonal tulip dates with morning or late-afternoon departures and a fixed rate for 1–4 guests. Our other tulip experiences are fully bespoke - see below.

Reserve your exclusive private tulip tour and experience Dutch spring at its most elegant!


Tulips Galore Tour

Tom took my friends and me on a full day tour through the tulip farms outside Amsterdam and it was amazing! We visited several fields where was a rainbow of tulips almost as far as the eye could see and took tons of gorgeous photos. We also toured the inside of a windmill, went to the beautiful village of Edam, and had wonderful savory pannekoeken for lunch. Tom arrived on time, was fun, expert, and completely flexible. This was the experience of a lifetime.

— Susan - United States - Tripadvisor

In tulip season, you can book a 7-hour private tulip tour where you can experience Holland’s prettiest, most vibrant flower fields in the northwest of the country, called the Kop van Noord Holland.

You will ride through the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Beemster with its reclaimed land and polders to the largest tulip fields in the world, where you will learn everything about our country’s signature flower. In the fields, you can take in all the striking colors, and capture the most colorful photos your friends and family will ever see.

You will end your day of tulips by visiting a working windmill in Schermerhorn, and returning to Amsterdam via the green polders.


8-Hour Tulip Mania Tour

After collecting you from your hotel early in the morning, we will head to the world-famous Keukenhof gardens to kick off this full-day tour. You will explore the Keukenhof for about 2 hours, and then we’ll head to the Kop van Noord Holland, to the largest tulip fields and away from the crowds. Along the way, you will have time to enjoy lunch in a quaint Dutch town.

Since you haven’t had enough flowers, you can choose to visit either the off-the-beaten-track Anna Pawlona gardens (sometimes called the mini Keukenhof), or visit an organic tulip farm where you may even get to taste a tulip!


Tulips, flowers, and other combination tours

If you would like to split your time between the stunning Holland tulips, and seeing other flowers like hyacinths, crocuses, and daffodils that bloom earlier than the tulips in late March. You can add on another activity, and we can suggest doing some of the following:

  • Visit the flower auction in Aalsmeer (year-round, weekday mornings only)

  • Cycle through the old cheese city of Alkmaar, to nearby tulip fields and windmills, and take a stroll through the cute art village of Bergen

  • Visit the historical cultivar bulb and tuber gardens of Limmen and cycle or walk through the idyllic Dutch dunes nearby

  • Meet an organic tulip bulb farmer near the dune village of Schoorl, see the farm, and eat a tulip!

  • Book a sunset tulip photoshoot with Tom van der Leij, professional photographer and owner of Toms Travel Tours, of course!

  • Take in the tulip fields of the Noordoostpolder and enjoy the charming village of Giethoorn

  • and more….

On our private tulip tours from Amsterdam, you will experience the prettiest, most vibrant flower fields. You will enjoy breathtaking, idyllic Dutch landscapes with historic windmills and pristine villages, nestled between fields of yellow, red, purple, white, and orange tulips. We know the best tulip fields away from the crowds!

When are they in bloom? Hyacinths, crocuses and daffodils start to bloom by the second part of March. The Tulips in Holland are usually in bloom between the beginning April to the first week of May, but the window changes every year. The famous Keukenhof has tulips and many other flowers on display, and is open from the end of March to mid-May.


See flowers outside of tulip season

For those who refuse to go back home without seeing flowers in Holland, even if it's not the right season, we have a year-round colorful suggestion.

During this private tour, you will visit the flower auction in Aalsmeer, where brokers deal with more than 21 million cut flowers and two million potted plants each day.

Then you will go to Edam. This charming village is in existence since the 13th century and is sorted with fairytale-like little houses, canals and bridges and you will have lunch enjoying the view over them.

You will top your day off when you visit a working windmill in Schermerhorn, before going back to Amsterdam by the innovative polders.

Just finished the Dutch countryside tour with Tom. We saw many postcardlike scenes in quaint villages, farms, and of course the windmills. The windmill design and history was fascinating. He exceeded our expectations! In addition to his vast knowled…

Just finished the Dutch countryside tour with Tom. We saw many postcardlike scenes in quaint villages, farms, and of course the windmills. The windmill design and history was fascinating. He exceeded our expectations! In addition to his vast knowledge of history along the drive, Tom had some nice surprises including some Dutch snacks and wine/cheese following our visit to the windmill. As an added bonus, Tom turned out to be a professional photographer and he was snapping some really great shots of our family with his professional equipment. He clearly enjoys showing off his country with pride.

Salvatore - Bermuda - Tripadvisor

Tom took my friends and me on a full day tour through the tulip farms outside Amsterdam and it was amazing! We visited several fields where was a rainbow of tulips almost as far as the eye could see and took tons of gorgeous photos (...) Tom arrived on time, was fun, expert, and completely flexible. This was the experience of a lifetime.

Susan - United States - Tripadvisor

Keukenhof gardens ©Tom van der Leij

The Keukenhof


The Keukenhof


Keukenhof Tours from Amsterdam

Discover the Magic of Keukenhof Gardens with Toms Travel Tours

A visit to Keukenhof Gardens - also known as the Garden of Europe - is one of the most unforgettable experiences in the Netherlands each spring. Located near the charming town of Lisse, the Keukenhof is home to over 7 million flower bulbs, including 800 varieties of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and other breathtaking blooms spread across 79 acres of landscaped beauty.

As you stroll through the vibrant flower fields, tranquil ponds, and artistic floral displays, you’ll quickly understand why Keukenhof is one of the most photographed gardens in the world and a must-see for nature and photography lovers alike.

Private Keukenhof Garden Tours from Toms Travel Tours

At Toms Travel Tours, we offer personalized, private tours to Keukenhof Gardens, perfect for couples, families, and small groups who prefer a relaxed and flexible experience. To make your day extra special, we time our visits to avoid the busiest hours, giving you the space to explore and enjoy the gardens at your own pace.

Many of our private Keukenhof tours also include scenic stops at local tulip farms, picturesque flower fields, or historic Dutch towns such as Leiden, Haarlem, or Lisse, each adding its own charm and cultural touch to your trip.

When to Visit Keukenhof

Keukenhof Gardens are open annually from mid-March to mid-May, showcasing a new floral theme each year. Whether you’re a flower enthusiast, photographer, or simply looking for a quintessential Dutch spring experience, this is the perfect time to visit.

Plan Your Keukenhof Tour Today

(Try to) Avoid the crowds, travel in comfort, and make the most of your spring visit to the Netherlands.
Book your private Keukenhof Gardens tour with Toms Travel Tours and experience the colors, scents, and stories of the world’s most beautiful spring garden. A visit to the beautiful Keukenhof gardens is on the travel agenda of many tourists coming to the Netherlands in the Spring. Once you walk in, you will understand why so many people flock to see the stunning array of flowers. It spans 79 acres of land, boasts approximately 800 tulip varieties, and more than 7 million flower bulbs with many of your favorites (and soon-to-be new favorites)!

 
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Keukenhof

🌷 Fun Fact

Did you know that in the 1400s, the Keukenhof grounds were originally used for hunting and growing herbs for the nearby castle kitchen? The elegant Keukenhof Castle, built in 1641, still stands proudly beside the gardens today.