Netherlands Holidays by Rail

T he Netherlands is a country which is perfect for visiting by train. Pretty cities full of guildhouses, canals and hundreds of bicycles. Stretching between them, low-lying fields, dotted with centuries old windmills and the occasional carpet of tulips. You can now get a direct Eurostar to Amsterdam or Rotterdam with other exciting destinations like The Hague, Delft, Utrecht, Nijmegen and Groningen all within easy reach.

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Itineraries in Netherlands

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  • Amsterdam
  • Berlin
  • Prague
  • Vienna
  • Venice
  • St Moritz
  • Zermatt
  • Lyon
  • Barcelona
  • Paris
In honour of our 10th anniversary, we've rounded up 10 of our favourite destinations, mixed in some of our all-time favourite rail journeys and created the BEST 25-night holiday around Europe ever! Rail highlights include the Glacier Express, the Bernina Express, the Elbe River valley and the Semmering Pass.
From £3,999
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  • Amsterdam
  • Berlin
  • Prague
  • Munich
  • Paris
Hop across to the Netherlands on a direct Eurostar service with 2 nights in Amsterdam before continuing to two other exciting European capital cities - all with direct trains and shorter journeys. End your trip in style and break your travel back to London with a night in Paris.
From £1,399
6 Days
  • Amsterdam
  • Venice
Savour an unforgettable journey aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, travelling the once-yearly route from Amsterdam to Venice with two nights in the Dutch capital before your departure and two nights in Venice on arrival.
From £5,399
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  • Amsterdam
  • Hamburg
  • Aarhus
  • Larvik
  • Oslo
  • Copenhagen
  • Cologne
Embark on a journey through maritime history as you discover the port cities of Amsterdam, Hamburg and Oslo on this fascinating 12-night holiday. You'll also stop in lovely Aarhus, Denmark's second largest metropolis and then take a ferry across the Skagerrak strait to Norway. Return via Copenhagen and Cologne.
From £1,899
5 Days
  • Amsterdam
  • Delft
Combine the delights of Amsterdam with the lovely, quintessentially Dutch town of Delft on this 4 night holiday by rail, including a journey on the direct Eurostar into the Netherlands from London.
From £579
  • Amsterdam
  • Luxembourg City
  • Brussels
Explore the fascinating, multi-lingual European capitals just on our doorstep with this perfectly formed rail itinerary. Take a direct Eurostar service to Amsterdam and then continue by train to hilltop Luxembourg and Belgian capital Brussels.
From £899

Our Recommended Hotels in the Netherlands

Europe’s Top 10 by Rail
Amsterdam
Max Brown Hotel Museum Square

The Max Brown Hotel Museum Square is situated in Amsterdam’s museum district, close to the famous Vondelpark. Bedrooms are decorated in a modern style with a small desk, a safe and cable TV. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the hotel and there is also a 24-hour bar.

Amsterdam
JL No 76 Hotel

Hotel JL No.76 is a boutique hotel housed in adjoining 18th century mansions in the heart of Amsterdam’s museum district. Bedrooms offer modern amenities such as iPod docking stations and a Nespresso coffee machine. You can enjoy a light meal or drink in JAN Eat & Drink or help yourself at the honesty bar.

Amsterdam
Pulitzer Hotel

Occupying neighbouring canal houses along the famous Prinsengracht canal, the Hotel Pulitzer offers luxury and style in the heart of the city. All 230 bedrooms feature marble bathrooms with heated floors as well as flat screen TVs and typical Dutch decoration. Enjoy classic dishes at the canal-view restaurant or a drink in the courtyard bar.

Delft
Best Western Museumhotels Delft

Located in the centre of Delft, the Best Western Museumshotels offers comfortable accommodation within easy walking distance of the city’s main sights. Classically designed bedrooms are equipped with cable TV, tea and coffee making facilities (on request) and complimentary Wi-Fi access. There is also a welcoming bar and a 24-hour reception, where bike hire is available.

Leiden
Golden Tulip Leiden Centre

Perfectly located close to the train station and within five minutes walk of the city centre attractions, the Golden Tulip provides comfortable, modern accommodation. Rooms are equipped with Wi-F-, minibars and an in-house movie system, and come evening, guests can relax at the Rubens bar or in the on-site restaurant.

The Hague
Hotel des Indes

This 19th Century palace has retained its air of comfort and opulence since being converted to a hotel and provides guests with a calm haven in the city centre. Rooms include plenty of useful amenities including a safe, minbar and air conditioning whilst the on-site health centre and spa offer another space in which you can relax. Hotel Des Indes also offers guests access to a bar and restaurant as well as a beautiful and decadent lounge.

Suggested Tours in the Netherlands

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Skip the Line Tickets Van Gogh Museum

The Van Gogh Museum is one of the most popular attractions in Amsterdam - and with good reason. If you would like to go, it's far better to book tickets in advance as it's often not possible to get in at all if you turn up on the day.

from £18 per person
Keukenhof Gardens Entrance Ticket

Open from mid-March to mid-May every year, Keukenhof is one of the world's largest flower gardens. The closest train station is Leiden and you can get a bus from there. Alternatively, we can offer a tour from Amsterdam.

from £16 per person