Relaxed 11-Day the Netherlands Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Eindhoven to The Hague and Amsterdam

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Netherlands, Eindhoven - August 12 2014: Evoluon building - a conference centre and former science museum erected by the electronics and electrical company Philips in Eindhoven in 1966.
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Sit back and enjoy a relaxed 11-day self-drive holiday in the Netherlands. Along the way, Eindhoven, Kaatsheuvel, Drunen, The Hague, Rotterdam, Kinderdijk, Lisse, Amsterdam, Ede, and Arnhem invite you to discover their unique blend of culture, scenery, and memorable experiences.

Travel freely with this relaxed self-drive package in the Netherlands, designed for comfort and exploration. Spend 2 nights in Eindhoven, 3 nights in The Hague, and 5 nights in Amsterdam, staying at top-rated hotels near the heart of each city. Between drives, indulge in local cuisine, sip refreshing drinks, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at popular restaurants and bars along your road trip route in the Netherlands.

Your journey starts in Eindhoven, where your rental car with CDW insurance will be ready for pickup. Choose a vehicle that suits your style, then set off on your 11-day relaxed road trip in the Netherlands to explore its rich culture, fascinating history, and stunning landscapes.

Every stop on this leisurely self-drive holiday comes with handpicked accommodations that make relaxation effortless. Choose from elegant 5-star hotels with breathtaking views or comfortable 3-star stays that offer excellent value, all providing a welcoming retreat after a day on the road.

With your self-drive itinerary in the Netherlands already planned, you’ll enjoy the country’s most celebrated sights without the rush. Marvel at the stunning Efteling and soak in the atmosphere of the magnificent Rijksmuseum.

Enjoy each stop as you explore the history, architecture, and character of each destination on this the Netherlands road trip itinerary for 11 days.

As you travel between destinations, you’ll have plenty of time to explore local markets and boutique shops. These stops give you the chance to find unique souvenirs, taste regional specialties, and experience everyday life in the Netherlands.

If you want to make your 11-day relaxed self-drive tour in the Netherlands even more memorable, add optional tours or activities. Join a guided excursion, discover hidden neighborhoods, or spend an afternoon in your favorite market. Each choice deepens your connection to the places you visit.

Alongside these experiences, your laid-back self-drive package in the Netherlands includes 10 nights in comfortable hotels, a rental car for 11 days, and convenient access to nearby dining options. You can also add flights and entry tickets to shape the trip exactly how you want it. With 24/7 travel support and a mobile app keeping your itinerary and documents organized, you can enjoy a relaxed drive and savor every mile of the road ahead.

Turn your travel plans into reality. Book your 11-day relaxed self-drive road trip in the Netherlands today and enjoy a journey filled with discovery, freedom, and unforgettable moments!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Eindhoven - Arrival day
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  • Stadswandelpark, Eindhoven
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Your relaxed road trip through the Netherlands starts when you reach the incredible city of Eindhoven, where you'll stay for 1 night. You'll pick up your rental car in Eindhoven and begin your adventure in the Netherlands.

Eindhoven is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Eindhoven. Make yourself at home and unwind before heading out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Eindhoven, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Experience the amazing nightlife in Eindhoven and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Raise a toast as you look back on the highlights of today’s relaxed road trip in the Netherlands. Enjoy your first taste of Eindhoven as you soak in the city’s unique vibe.

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Eindhoven
  • The Hague
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Drive 167 km, 2 hours 24 min

  • Baron 1898
  • Efteling
  • The Loonse and Drunense Duinen National Park
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Day 2 of your easy, relaxed road trip through the Netherlands lets you travel at your own pace and visit multiple places in a single day. By evening, drive toward the The Hague, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 3 nights.

You'll be staying in The Hague on this laid-back road trip through the Netherlands. You'll stay here for 3 nights.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of the Netherlands. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in The Hague, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

Raise your glass and toast to another unforgettable, laid-back road trip adventure in the Netherlands!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • The Hague
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Drive 101 km, 1 hour 55 min

  • Diergaarde Blijdorp
  • Cube Houses
  • Unesco Werelderfgoed Kinderdijk
  • Meent
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Your relaxed road trip in the Netherlands continues on day 3 with more unforgettable memories to make. Today, you’ll get to know the Netherlands better by exploring the top attractions of The Hague and beyond. With 2 nights left in The Hague, you’ll still have time to eat and unwind at popular restaurants and bars in the city.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in The Hague.

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in the Netherlands, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in The Hague.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in The Hague. The bars in The Hague make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in the Netherlands!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • The Hague
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Drive 59 km, 1 hour 25 min

  • Erasmusbrug
  • Madurodam
  • Scheveningen
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On day 4 of your relaxed road trip in the Netherlands, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in The Hague and visit amazing attractions in Rotterdam and The Hague, just outside the city. You still have 1 night left in The Hague, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

A visit to Scheveningen is a must on the agenda today. This neighborhood is full of hidden gems and character, perfect for a leisurely stroll. Plus, you’ll be close to some of the city’s most famous sights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to The Hague and your accommodation.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, The Hague has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in The Hague and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate it.

Soak in the unique atmosphere of The Hague as you commemorate this day of your relaxed road trip with a toast. Cheers to a memorable, leisurely self-drive holiday in the Netherlands!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • The Hague
  • Amsterdam
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Drive 73 km, 1 hour 21 min

  • Mauritshuis
  • Louwman Museum
  • Keukenhof
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Day 5 of your self-drive tour in the Netherlands offers a chance to experience the country’s diversity. You’ll stay in Amsterdam for 5 nights. Along the way, you’ll glimpse local life and explore some of the most remarkable places in the Netherlands.

Continue your laid-back road trip in the Netherlands as you make your way to Amsterdam. Here, you’ll find top hotels and accommodations in the city, perfect for relaxing and recharging.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

Hang out and unwind at some of the top bars in Amsterdam.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible, relaxed road trip adventure in the magical Amsterdam!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Amsterdam
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Drive 7 km, 52 min

  • Anne Frank House
  • Negen Straatjes
  • Rijksmuseum
  • De Pijp
  • Jordaan
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Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about the Netherlands. Check out all of the tours you can join this day of your leisurely self-drive holiday in the Netherlands and ensure the experience of a lifetime.

Exploring the food culture in Amsterdam offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Amsterdam. The bars in Amsterdam make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

Toast to another unforgettable and relaxing road trip adventure in the Netherlands!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Amsterdam
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Drive 14 km, 58 min

  • Vondelpark
  • Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam
  • Van Gogh Museum
  • Moco Museum
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Another way to make your easygoing and relaxed road trip in the Netherlands more special is by joining unique tours and activities.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Amsterdam, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

Before calling it a day, visit one of the best bars in Amsterdam. There, you can look back on the highlights of today’s pleasant and invigorating travel experiences, have friendly conversations with locals, and unwind.

Raise your glass to celebrate another day of your laid-back and relaxed road trip experience in the Netherlands!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Amsterdam
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Drive 0.9 km, 11 min

  • Royal Palace of Amsterdam
  • Madame Tussauds Amsterdam
  • Dam Square
  • BODY WORLDS Amsterdam
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The Netherlands makes the perfect setting for a calming but fun road trip experience. Aside from amazing sights, the Netherlands also offers plenty of tours to enhance your relaxed road trip experience.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

Hang out and unwind at some of the top bars in Amsterdam.

Look back at an amazing day filled with adventure in the Netherlands. And don’t forget to get some rest so you can continue your relaxed holiday in the Netherlands tomorrow with new energy.

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Amsterdam
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Drive 10 km, 58 min

  • Rembrandt House Museum
  • Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam
  • Artis
  • NEMO Science Center
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Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Amsterdam.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across the Netherlands by joining a traveler-approved tour in Eindhoven. There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Eindhoven that will make your slow-paced self-drive tour in the Netherlands more memorable.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of the Netherlands. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Amsterdam, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

Cherish every minute of your relaxed road trip vacation across the Netherlands.

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Amsterdam
  • Eindhoven
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Drive 206 km, 3 hours 5 min

  • Kröller-Müller Museum
  • Hoge Veluwe National Park
  • Royal Burgers' Zoo
  • Netherlands Open Air Museum
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Day 10 of your relaxed road trip across the Netherlands offers a day of exciting discoveries. You’ll end your day in Eindhoven, where you’ll stay for 1 night.

When you’re not exploring beautiful places, you can relax in Eindhoven. Here, you can choose from the best hotels and other accommodations as you get to know more about the culture in the city.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Eindhoven has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Eindhoven and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate it.

Cherish every minute of your relaxed road trip vacation across the Netherlands.

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Eindhoven - Departure day
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  • Flying Pins
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Day 11 of your relaxed road trip in the Netherlands is your departure day. If you’re flying home, return your rental car with time to spare.

Secure the perfect souvenirs for your family and friends back home or buy yourself a remembrance of your amazing vacation.

Over a good meal, take a moment to unwind and reflect on the past 11 days of your relaxed road trip.

The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 11-day relaxed road trip in the Netherlands is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.

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