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A Netherlands travel guide, giving you a quick rundown of the destination, famous sightseeing points as well as customised itineraries

to suit every traveler type.

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The Netherlands is renowned for being unremittingly flat, with traditional images of canals, windmills and tulips complementing its new face as a modern European nation, so impressively demonstrated when The Netherlands co-hosted Euro 2000 with Belgium.

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General Information

Climate

0330 hrs behind India time in Summer 0430 hrs behind India time in winter

Time Difference

Currency – EURO

Clothing

light to medium weight clothing during summer to spring medium to heavy weight clothes during the winter carry a light raincoat or umbrella always A trench coat with heavy lining is best for winter

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General Information Capital : Amsterdam Currency : Euro Language : Dutch is the national language of Holland. However, English is spoken by almost everyone. In addition, many Dutch people speak German and French. Climate : Amsterdam's climate is mild but changeable year-round. January and February are the chilliest months, with temperatures usually between 30 F/-1 C and 40 F/4 C. Though often windy, it's rare for Amsterdam to get any snow or for the canals to freeze. June-August is warm but generally not hot: Temperatures rarely exceed 80 F/27 C and can get as cool as 50 F/10 C.

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A real, living and breathing city

Often referred to as one of the most colorful cities in the world

Nourished by a wealth of museums, concert halls, and avant-garde theater and dance venues.

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General Information

To and From the Airport :

Airport : Schiphol Airport located 14km south-west of the city

The bus : Several regular bus services run from the airport to the city throughout the day Connexxion runs a half-hourly shuttle-bus, which goes directly to several of Amsterdam's major hotels All buses run from stop A7 outside Schiphol Airport

The taxis : Can be caught from the front of the airport (follow exit signs) more expensive (from approx. EUR35) and slower than the trains more convenient for people with lots of baggage or children Amsterdam city is a half-hour car journey away along the A4/E10 highway

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General Information

The Amsterdam Train Stations :

Central Station is the hub of Amsterdam - a meeting point for some and a departure point for many

Buy your tickets for the sneltrein, stoptrein or TGV in and around Holland and other major European cities at one of the NS (National Spoorwagen) counters or machines

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The strippenkaart : cheapest travel option buy a strippenkaart from stations, kiosks, post offices or tourist information points costs from EUR1.60 for two strips to EUR19.20 for 45 strips, with each journey costing a strip plus a strip for each zone you travel in. For example, a zone one trip costs two strips (one for the trip and one for the zone) works on all forms of public transport for multiple journeys must stamp it each time you undertake a journey

TheTrams : excellent way of getting around the city With just 17 lines they are easy to navigate on short acquaintance and are excellent for sightseeing Tram 20 is a special circle trip for tourists, which passes most of the museums and sights, and travels as far south as the Sarphati Park before looping back to the centre Ordinary tickets & passes can be used on tram and are available onboard.

Public Transport :

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• The main department stores can be found around the Dam Square

• De Bijenkorf - Amsterdam's most prestigious department store for all manner of goods, from designer and high street clothing to fine foods

• The Jordaan district is slightly more personable. The area has more small independent shops and is interspersed with canals and picturesque squares

Shopping

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Indian Restaurants

Maurya : Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 49a, Leidseplein

Memories of India : Reguliersdwaarstraat 88, 1017 Amsterdam

Shiva : Reguliersdwarsstraat 72, 1017 BN Amsterdam

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Sightseeing ToursCanal Bus Day Pass - Green, Blue and Red LineThis pass allows you to cruise around the city's canals at your own pace. The boats stop near many of the major attractions, with on board commentaryHighlights : comfortable boats commentary on various aspects of Amsterdam's history, culture and architecture includes a wide variety of discounts and special offers for Amsterdam's major attractions, museums, restaurants and shops

Departs : 10.00 to 19.00 hrs DailyFrequency : Every 20 minsDeparture Point: Rijksmuseum - Leidseplein - Westerkerk/ Keizersgracht - Anne Frank House/Prinsengracht - Central Station East - City Hall - NEMO - Maritime Museum/Scheepvaartmuseum - Artis Zoo - Tropenmuseum - Rembrandt House - Gassan Diamonds - Rembrandtplein at Herengracht - Central Station West.

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Grand Holland tour

Highlights : visit to the world's largest flower auction, in Aalsmeer visit the Delft Blue pottery factory Rotterdam panoramic city tour pass through The Hague the Houses of Parliament the Peace Palace Scheveningen North Sea beach resort miniature village, Madurodam

Departs : 08.45 hrs Mon / Wed / Fri / SunDuration : 8 hrs 30 minDeparture Point: Keytours (Head Office)

Sightseeing Tours

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Keukenhof - Tulip Fields

The tour : The bulb area lies behind the row of dunes running from Haalem to Leiden, where the fields are like a magic carpet of a wide variety of spring flowers, such as daffodils, tulips and many more, all ablaze with the richest and most delightful colourings. We visit the flower exhibition 'Keukenhof', where millions of bulbs are displayed, in the perfection of artistry, all over a lovely park

Departs: 8.45 hrs / 13.45 hrs Daily (23 Mar - 19 May)Duration : 4 hrs 30 minDeparture Point: Keytours (Head Office)

Sightseeing Tours

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Amsterdam Candlelight Cruise

A charming evening cruise through the illuminated canals of Amsterdam whilst savouring exquisite wine and cheese

Highlights : evening cruise through the illuminated canals of Amsterdam a glass of red or white wine snacks such as Dutch cheese, olives or similar

Departs : 21.00 hrs DailyDuration : 2 hrsDeparture Point : Holland Int'l Cruise Departure Point

Sightseeing Tours

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Volendam & Marken

Take this interesting excursion to Volendam and Marken, the old picturesque fishing villages, where traditional costumes are still worn and indulge yourself at the cheese factory.

Highlights : Green flat Dutch countryside Volendam, the fisherman's village along the former Zuiderzee Locals still wear their traditional local costume, lace caps, wooden shoes and striped aprons, which is often presented as Holland's national costume By boat to Marken, once an island, now connected to the mainland by a dike. A visit to a cheese farm, where cheese is still manufactured at home.

Departs : 13.45 hrs DailyDuration : 4 hrsDeparture Point : Keytours (Head Office)

Sightseeing Tours

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