Northern Highlights Tour: visit 4 magnificent places from Amsterdam

One of the topsights of the country! Water, mills, wooden houses. This is where the past comes alive. Explore the area by walking, cycling or from the water. You can also visit the (inside of) the windmills and museums. Or just laze around and enjoy the wonderful view.

This water barrier is the most impressive example of Dutch water management. The construction of the 32 kilometers long dyke started a hundred years ago. It connects the provinces of Noord Holland and Friesland. We stop at the watchtower for a splendid view upon the construction with the ‘wadden sea’ at one side and the ‘IJsselmeer lake’ on the other.

We continue to pretty Sneek, one of the legendary “eleven cities” of the province of Friesland. This atmospheric old town offers beautiful canals and buildings. Highlight is the Watergate. This 17th century gate was part of a larger defence system and has become the emblem of Sneek, Not to be missed!

The majestic Muiderslot looks exactly the way you expect a medieval castle to be! It’s one of the oldest and best preserved castles of the country, with a long and turbulent history. It’s surrounded by water and beautiful historic gardens. Wander around and learn how the enemy has been opposed here.