6-Day the Netherlands road trip Starting from Amsterdam to The Hague

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Duration
6 days & 5 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
Car rental
6 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-day road trip through the Netherlands.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in the Netherlands. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 4 nights in Amsterdam and 1 night in The Hague, experiencing the ultimate road trip in the Netherlands. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Amsterdam and The Hague. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in the Netherlands you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Amsterdam, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in the Netherlands, including the stunning Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in the Netherlands. From the magnificent Anne Frank House to the breathtaking Vondelpark and Dam Square, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Amsterdam and The Hague, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of the Netherlands. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in the Netherlands.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in the Netherlands. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through the Netherlands.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in the Netherlands.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything the Netherlands has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of the Netherlands. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in the Netherlands extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in the Netherlands fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in the Netherlands today!

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Included

Hotel, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Amsterdam Netherlands dancing houses over river Amstel landmark in old european city spring landscape.Amsterdam / 4 nights
Rotterdam - city in NetherlandsRotterdam
Amstelveen - city in NetherlandsAmstelveen
South Holland - state in NetherlandsSouth Holland / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of entrance gateway to the Efteling theme park in the Netherlands.Efteling
Photo of Rijksmuseum museum with Amsterdam words in front of it, Amsterdam, Netherlands.Rijksmuseum
Photo of the renewed Van Gogh museum on the museum square in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.Van Gogh Museum
Photo of aerial view from the Westerkerk to the Anne Frank House and Canal with boats in Amsterdam.Anne Frank House
Photo of Keukenhof park of flowers and tulips in the Netherlands.Keukenhof
Photo of pond and beautiful blooming tulips in Vondelpark, Amsterdam.Vondelpark
Photo of royal Palace at the Dam Square in Amsterdam, Netherlands.Dam Square
Photo of Polar beer walking outside, in the zoo, Diergaarde Blijdorp, The Netherlands.Diergaarde Blijdorp
Photo of a lion taking a well-deserved rest at Artis zoo after being fed, Amsterdam.Artis
Photo of The Science Center NEMO at Osterdok, Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands.NEMO Science Center
Het Amsterdamse Bos, Amstelveen, North Holland, NetherlandsHet Amsterdamse Bos
photo of Innovative cube houses in the Dutch port city of Rotterdam.Cube House
Photo of The 'Mauritshuis' (House of Count Maurice of Nassau) was built as a home from 1636-164 in the Hague, the Netherlands.Mauritshuis
Photo of attractive view of Renowned Erasmusbrug (Swan Bridge) in Rotterdam in front of Port and Harbour.Erasmusbrug
photo of beautiful morning at Negen Straatjes in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.Negen Straatjes
photo of This is Holland is a panoramic flight simulator tourist attraction in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.This is Holland
photo of Baron 1898 in Kaatsheuvel, the Netherlands.Baron 1898
photo of beautiful morning view at Magere Brug in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.Magere Brug

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Round trip
Economy
Round trip
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Travelers

Rooms

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Car
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Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

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Medium
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Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

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premium car
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Hotels

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Day 1 – Amsterdam and North Holland - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Amsterdam and North Holland - arrival day

  • Amsterdam - Arrival day
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  • Dam Square
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Amsterdam has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Dam Square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 42,081 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam, Gartine. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam is The Pantry. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,646 customers.

Amsterdam also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam is Proeflokaal Arendsnest. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,048 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in the Netherlands!

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Day 2 – North Holland and Amsterdam

Day 2

Day 2 – North Holland and Amsterdam

  • Amsterdam
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Drive 15 km, 51 min

  • Anne Frank House
  • Van Gogh Museum
  • Rijksmuseum
  • NEMO Science Center
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You still have 3 nights left in Amsterdam.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Anne Frank House. As one of the top sights in the area, around 1,195,456 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 64,974 visitors.

Van Gogh Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 84,751 visitors. Van Gogh Museum attracts about 2,161,160 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Rijksmuseum. Attracting 2,700,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Rijksmuseum is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a national museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 91,223 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding NEMO Science Center. This science museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 30,657 visitors. Each year, approximately 502,990 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in North Holland.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in the Netherlands to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Amsterdam.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam, like Restaurant Moeders. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,647 customers.

Café restaurant van Kerkwijk is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Amsterdam. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,859 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam, SkyLounge Amsterdam. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,266 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Excalibur Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,047 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through the Netherlands!

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Day 3 – North Holland and Amsterdam

Day 3

Day 3 – North Holland and Amsterdam

  • Amsterdam
  • Amstelveen
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Drive 44 km, 1 hour 45 min

  • This is Holland
  • Artis
  • Negen Straatjes
  • Vondelpark
  • Het Amsterdamse Bos
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You still have 2 nights left in Amsterdam.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is This is Holland. This incredible attraction is a flying theater and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,354 visitors.

Negen Straatjes is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,821 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Vondelpark. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 50,897 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Het Amsterdamse Bos. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,581 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in the Netherlands to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Amsterdam.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam, like FuLu Mandarijn. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,203 customers.

CAU Steak Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Amsterdam. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,292 customers.

Locals enjoy Palmyra Syrian Restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,561 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam, Lost in Amsterdam Lounge Cafe & Cocktail Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,918 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Red Light Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,612 customers.

Bar-B Burgers ‘N’ Beers is another of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,912 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through the Netherlands!

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Day 4 – North Brabant, South Holland, and The Hague

Day 4

Day 4 – North Brabant, South Holland, and The Hague

  • Rotterdam
  • South Holland
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Drive 202 km, 2 hours 57 min

  • Efteling
  • Baron 1898
  • Erasmusbrug
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Baron 1898. This attraction is a dive coaster and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,459 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in North Brabant is another excellent way to spend your new day in the Netherlands. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of the Netherlands’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to the Netherlands’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of the Netherlands’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Erasmusbrug for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a bascule bridge and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,637 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of The Hague.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Dekxels, one of the best restaurants in the city of The Hague. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 581 customers.

Locals also recommend Mauritshuis as one of the best restaurants in the city of The Hague. Mauritshuis is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,534 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of The Hague is Little V Den Haag. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,116 customers.

After dinner, visit Huppel The Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of The Hague. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 979 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Fiddler. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,421 customers.

Alternatively, Coffeeshop Dizzy Duck is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of The Hague. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,312 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through the Netherlands!

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Day 5 – South Holland and Amsterdam

Day 5

Day 5 – South Holland and Amsterdam

  • Rotterdam
  • Amsterdam
  • South Holland
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Drive 128 km, 2 hours 18 min

  • Mauritshuis
  • Diergaarde Blijdorp
  • Cube House
  • Keukenhof
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Amsterdam. You’ll stay in Amsterdam for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of South Holland’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of South Holland, start your day with a visit to the amazing Mauritshuis. This much-appreciated art museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,534 visitors. Each year, around 500,000 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Cube House. This house and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 17,627 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Keukenhof to make the most of your road trip across the Netherlands. The spectacular Keukenhof is a garden that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 53,601 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that South Holland has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Amsterdam. Amsterdam offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular De Blauwe Hollander. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,807 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Amsterdam, the fantastic De Brabantse Aap. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,736 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Stone's Café Bar & Nightclub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,501 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in the Netherlands!

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Day 6 – Amsterdam and North Holland - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 – Amsterdam and North Holland - departure day

  • Amsterdam - Departure day
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  • Magere Brug
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Day 6 of your road trip in the Netherlands is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Amsterdam before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Magere Brug is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Amsterdam. This bascule bridge and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,120 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Amsterdam and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in the Netherlands.

You’ll then say farewell to Amsterdam. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in the Netherlands!

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