This guided walking tour allows you to dip your toe into Amsterdam’s both cultural and culinary scenes. You’ll observe the daily life of people here, visit marvelous sights and historic neighborhoods that stand as a witness of the region’s disturbed past, and most of all, refuel yourself on the go with a classic cheese tasting session.
Greet your friendly, knowledgeable guide before he sets you out along the city’s charming streets, awe-inspiring canals, and monumental landmarks. Listen to the intriguing history, starting from the city’s origin along the banks of the Amstel River to the grim past of the controversial Red Light District and WWII era.
Take a distressing walk into the footsteps of Jewish people during the tragic Nazi occupation (1940 to 1945) and know about the events like Dutch Resistance. There will also be a stop at Anne Frank House where you can relive the life of Anne Frank – an eminent diarist and a Holocaustic victim who passed away when she was just 15 years.
Finally, venture to the Reypenaer Cheese Tasting Room where you can please your palette with the most authentic Dutch cheese as your guide unlocks some secrets about this iconic 100-year-old warehouse in Woerden. You’ll get to relish six types of smooth Gouda cheese, served with the finest wines and diverse marinates.