The route at a glance
How long to stay in each city and how to get between them. Fares are typical one-way prices per person.
- 1AmsterdamDays 1–3Train · 23m · from €10Train times and fares
- 2UtrechtDays 4–5Train · 37m · from €14Train times and fares
- 3RotterdamDays 6–7
Days 1–3
Amsterdam
Amsterdam charms visitors with its picturesque canals, world-class museums, cycling culture, and liberal spirit. This compact city offers historic gabled houses, vibrant neighborhoods, and a rich artistic heritage from Van Gogh to Rembrandt.
- Anne Frank House
- Rijksmuseum
- Van Gogh Museum
- Canal Ring
- Vondelpark
- Jordaan District
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €714 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€238 a day).
Days 4–5
Utrecht
A charming university city with unique canal-side cellars turned cafes. Utrecht's Dom Tower, medieval center, and youthful energy make it a perfect Dutch escape from touristy Amsterdam.
- Dom Tower
- Canals
- Oudegracht
- Rietveld Schröder House
- Museums Quarter
- Centraal Museum
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €370 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€185 a day).
Days 6–7
Rotterdam
Europe's largest port reinvented itself with daring modern architecture after WWII destruction. Rotterdam's cube houses, Markthal, and skyline make it the anti-Amsterdam - edgy, innovative, and surprising.
- Cube Houses
- Markthal
- Erasmus Bridge
- Depot Boijmans
- Euromast
- Delfshaven
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €370 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€185 a day).
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Netherlands itinerary: FAQ
How many days do you need in Netherlands?+
7 days is enough for Amsterdam, Utrecht and Rotterdam: 3 days in Amsterdam, 2 days in Utrecht, 2 days in Rotterdam. With 10 and 14 days you can follow our 10-day and 14-day route instead.
What is the best way to travel around Netherlands?+
On this route every leg works by train. Amsterdam to Utrecht takes about 0h 23m from €10; Utrecht to Rotterdam takes about 0h 37m from €14. Total time on the move is about 1h.
How much does a 7-day trip to Netherlands cost?+
Plan on about €594 per person on a budget or €1,454 mid-range for accommodation, food and sightseeing, plus around €24 for the transport between cities. Flights to Netherlands are not included.