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Rijksmuseum & Canals: Private Amsterdam Masterclass

Step inside the Netherlands' greatest treasure house with a private expert guide, then drift Amsterdam's UNESCO canals on an exclusive boat. A once-in-a-lifetime immersion in Dutch Golden Age genius — Rembrandt, Vermeer, Delft porcelain — at your own pace.

What to expect

Your private driver collects you dockside at IJmuiden and whisks you to the Rijksmuseum, where a licensed art historian guide leads you past the Night Watch and masterworks most visitors rush by. After the museum, a private canal boat glides you along the Herengracht's 17th-century merchant mansions. The afternoon is yours to explore Amsterdam's atmospheric streets before a comfortable return transfer in time for all-aboard.

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Private Shore Trips – Ijmuiden Amsterdam Shore Excursions
From USD 149 per person (full-day private; museum entry included)
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Good to know

Pre-book Rijksmuseum timed entry (rijksmuseum.nl) well in advance — slots sell out weeks ahead. Allow 30–40 min transfer each way from IJmuiden port. Confirm all-aboard time with your operator at booking.

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Luxury cruises that call at Ijmuiden — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Oceania · Oceania Marina
7 nights · calls at Ijmuiden
from $2,655
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Oceania · Oceania Sirena
13 nights · calls at Ijmuiden
from $3,815
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Regent · Seven Seas Voyager
8 nights · calls at Ijmuiden
from $8,472
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Regent · Seven Seas Mariner
10 nights · calls at Ijmuiden
from $9,799
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