28 days in The Netherlands Itinerary

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Fly
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Amsterdam
— 9 nights
Train to Den Helder Zuid, Ferry to Texel
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Texel
— 6 nights
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Ferry to Den Helder, Veerhaven, Taxi to Den Oever, Busstation, Bus to Leeuwarden
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Leeuwarden
— 3 nights
Drive
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Arnhem
— 4 nights
Drive
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Maastricht
— 2 nights
Drive
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Kaatsheuvel
— 2 nights
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Amsterdam — 9 nights

Venice of the North

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.
Discover out-of-the-way places like The Jordaan and Room Escape Games. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Amsterdam: Utrecht (Railway Museum (Het Spoorwegmuseum), Dom Tower, &more), Rotterdam (Markthal, Erasmus Bridge, &more) and Nieuwe Kerk (in Delft). There's much more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Herengracht, see the interesting displays at Zaanse Schans, take in panoramic vistas at A'dam Lookout, and admire the landmark architecture of Portuguese Synagogue.

To find reviews, maps, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Amsterdam planner.

Yogyakarta, Indonesia to Amsterdam is an approximately 21-hour flight. You'll gain 6 hours traveling from Yogyakarta to Amsterdam due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Yogyakarta in March, things will get colder in Amsterdam: highs are around 11°C and lows about 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Texel.
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Texel — 6 nights

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Ecomare and Tesselaar Familiebrouwerij Diks.

To find other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Texel trip site.

Traveling by combination of train and ferry from Amsterdam to Texel takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 10°C in March, and nighttime lows around 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Leeuwarden.
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Leeuwarden — 3 nights

Leeuwarden, Stadsfries: Liwwadden) is a city and municipality with a population of 108,249 in Friesland in the Netherlands. Explore hidden gems such as Groninger Museum and De Kasteelhoeve. Change things up with these side-trips from Leeuwarden: Groningen ('Peerd van Ome Loeks' & Het Nederlands Stripmuseum), Museum Van Papierknipkunst (in Westerbork) and Streek Museum Het Dorp van Bartje (in Rolde). There's much more to do: examine the collection at Fries Museum, ponder the world of politics at Provincial House (Provinciehuis), try to win big at Holland Casino Leeuwarden, and indulge in some personalized pampering at Het Friese Woud.

For more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read Leeuwarden day trip site.

You can do a combination of ferry, taxi, and bus from Texel to Leeuwarden in 3.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of ferry and train. Expect a daytime high around 14°C in April, and nighttime lows around 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can drive to Arnhem.
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Arnhem — 4 nights

Little Hague of the East

Arnhem is known mostly for its John Frost Bridge, which the British tried to secure during World War II. The operation was significant enough to be the subject of a movie, "A Bridge Too Far." Many who go to Arnhem do so for its historical museums, war monuments, museum of modern art, and the Burgers' zoo.
Discover out-of-the-way places like Burgers' Zoo and Safaripark and De Veluwse Bron. Venture out of the city with trips to St. Gudulakerk (in Lochem), Kroller-Muller Museum (in Otterlo) and Apeldoorn (Paleis Het Loo & Apenheul). And it doesn't end there: get engrossed in the history at Nederlands Openluchtmuseum, admire the landmark architecture of Arnhem Central Station, make a trip to De Proosdij, and play a few rounds at Pitch & Putt.

For reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Arnhem travel route builder.

Traveling by car from Leeuwarden to Arnhem takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In April, plan for daily highs up to 16°C, and evening lows to 3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can go by car to Maastricht.
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Maastricht — 2 nights

Culinary Capital of the Netherlands

With 1,677 national heritage sites, Maastricht is a town rich in history.
Start off your visit on the 14th (Fri): try your luck at Fair Play Casino Maastricht, take in the pleasant sights at Boekhandel Dominicanen, then don't miss a visit to Vrijthof, and finally Head underground at Maastricht Underground. Here are some ideas for day two: get to know the resident critters at GaiaZOO, then play a few rounds at Golfbaan Echt-Susteren, and then relax and rejuvenate at Thermen Born.

To see reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Maastricht vacation planner.

Traveling by car from Arnhem to Maastricht takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a shuttle. In April, daytime highs in Maastricht are 16°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can drive to Kaatsheuvel.
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Kaatsheuvel — 2 nights

Kaatsheuvel is a village in the Dutch province of North Brabant, situated along highways N261 and N628. On the 16th (Sun), find something for the whole family at Efteling. On the 17th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. John's Cathedral, explore the galleries of World Heritage Kinderdijk, and then relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

For reviews, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Kaatsheuvel trip planner.

You can drive from Maastricht to Kaatsheuvel in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus. April in Kaatsheuvel sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 3°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can travel back home.
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The Netherlands travel guide

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Art Museums · Specialty Museums · Nightlife
Low Country
The Netherlands literally means "Low Country", inspired by the country's low and flat geography, where only about 50 percent of the land exceeds one meter (three feet) above sea level. Since the late 16th century, large, flat land areas called "polders" have been reclaimed from the sea and lakes and protected by dikes, amounting to nearly 17 percent of the country's current land mass. The Netherlands is. This is small, densely populated country lies mainly in Western Europe but also includes three islands in the Caribbean; it's the main constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The European part of the Netherlands borders Germany to the east, Belgium to the south, and the North Sea to the northwest, sharing maritime borders with Belgium, the United Kingdom and Germany. Amsterdam, The Hague, and Rotterdam serve as the three largest and most important cities in the Netherlands. Amsterdam is the country's capital, while The Hague holds the Dutch seat of government. The port of Rotterdam claims the title as the largest port in Europe, in fact, it's as large as the next three ports combined.
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