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Off-the-beaten path in Amsterdam: Giethoorn by boat and National Park by Kayak.
Duration
8 hours
Overview
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Enjoyment starts in the minivan, when you watch the landscape of Netherlands’ newest province Flevoland pass by, that was built on reclaimed land, as your friendly guide from a multiple award winning tour operator shares interesting information with you.
Upon arrival at the national park, the kayaks are ready to be taken out on the water. Your guide leads the route of ± 1.5 hrs through the nature reserve that is the largest contiguous low peat bog area in North-West Europe. A labyrinth of ponds, lakes, ditches, mysterious-looking swamp forests, vast reed plots and flowery meadows.
Then your guide takes you to Giethoorn, the village without roads or 'Venice of the North'. Embark on a private whisper boat for the small tour group and have your guide show you the marvellous views from the water. After the boat tour you have some personal time to wander around in the village (enjoy some delicious ice cream!) before meeting with your guide again for the transfer back to Amsterdam.