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This was undoubtedly one of the highlights of my visit to the Netherlands. The full-day tour to Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Giethoorn was an incredible experience, combining beautiful Dutch countryside, fascinating history and wonderful cultural experiences. From the traditional windmills and wooden houses of Zaanse Schans to the charming fishing village of Volendam and the breathtaking canals of Giethoorn, every destination had something unique to offer. The canal cruise in Giethoorn was particularly memorable, allowing us to appreciate the village's picturesque waterways and traditional thatched-roof houses from a completely different perspective. However, what truly made this trip exceptional was our tour guide, Igor. He was simply the best tour guide one could ask for. His enthusiasm, knowledge and genuinely friendly personality made the entire journey enjoyable. The approximately 1.5-hour drive between Volendam and Giethoorn was particularly memorable. Igor kept me engaged throughout the journey with fascinating stories, interesting facts and wonderful conversations. There was never a dull moment. His command of both German and English was outstanding. Being able to communicate so effortlessly in both languages made the experience even more enjoyable. He explained the history, culture and traditions of the Netherlands in a way that was informative without ever feeling like a lecture. His ability to connect with people and share his knowledge made the journey feel personal rather than simply another organised sightseeing tour. Another aspect I particularly appreciated was the relaxed pace of the tour. Despite visiting three destinations in one day, the experience never felt rushed. We had sufficient time to explore the villages, take photographs, enjoy the surroundings and appreciate the individual character of each place. Igor also provided excellent recommendations, which made the free time at each destination even more worthwhile. The organisation was excellent, and the journey between destinations was comfortable. It was wonderful to have someone who genuinely cared about making the experience enjoyable rather than simply taking visitors from one location to another. A special thank you to Igor for making this such a memorable day. His knowledge, humour, friendliness and ability to keep everyone engaged made all the difference.

Best experience ever! Naufal is great. Thank you very very much!

Had the best tour with the best guide, Antonis! He made sure we had a lovely time in Giethorn, Voldedam and Zaanse Schans

Igor is the best tour guide !!

Igor is the best

Superbe journée!! J’ai adorée et je recommande cette compagnie, avec Naufal qui a été particulièrement attentif et généreux de son savoir tout au long.

Our guide Antonis was amazing, very detailed, and we were able to see so much! Will definitely be coming back to Amsterdam to book a different tour with him! Definitely recommend this experience with anyone visiting Amsterdam for the first time :)

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Super fijne ervaring met Xalam Tours! Vanaf het eerste contact waren ze ontzettend vriendelijk, behulpzaam en professioneel. Alles was duidelijk geregeld en we voelden ons goed geholpen. Echt een aanrader voor iedereen die op zoek is naar een betrouwbare en fijne reisorganisatie. Wij zijn zeer tevreden!

We had an incredible day on the Amsterdam: Giethoorn, Volendam, and Zaanse Schans tour! Our guide, Antonis, was absolutely amazing. He was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and made every stop so much more meaningful by sharing the history, culture, and interesting facts along the way. He went above and beyond to make sure everyone was comfortable, answered every question with enthusiasm, and kept the day organized while still making it fun. His passion for the Netherlands and for what he does really shows. This was one of the highlights of our trip, and we highly recommend this tour—especially if you’re lucky enough to have Antonis as your guide! What an amazing day!