21-Day Family Campervan Adventure Across the Netherlands

Day 1: Amsterdam Arrival

Amsterdam, Netherlands on June 14, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Bakers & Roasters

Start your trip with a hearty breakfast at Bakers & Roasters, known for its New Zealand-style brunch and great coffee.
EUR25, 1h

10:30am

Explore Anne Frank House

Visit this sobering and important historical site where Anne Frank wrote her diary during WWII. Pre-book tickets as it is very popular.
EUR14, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Foodhallen

Enjoy diverse Dutch and international street foods in a lively indoor food market setting ideal for families.
EUR20, 1h

2:00pm

Canal Boat Tour

Take a relaxing one-hour boat cruise through Amsterdam’s iconic canals to see the city from a unique vantage point.
EUR18, 1h

4:00pm

Check-in at Amsterdam Camping Zeeburg

Settle into your campervan campsite with excellent facilities and close proximity to the city centre.
EUR35, Flexible

7:00pm

Dinner at De Kas

Dine at De Kas which serves dishes made from fresh, locally-grown ingredients in a beautiful greenhouse setting.
EUR55, 1h30m
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Day 2: Northern Charm

Alkmaar & Frisian Lakes, Netherlands on June 15, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at campsite

Enjoy a simple, self-prepared breakfast at the campsite to fuel up for the day’s drive north.
EUR10, 30m

9:00am

Drive to Alkmaar

Head north to Alkmaar, famous for its traditional cheese market, approximately 45 minutes from Amsterdam.
Free, 45m

10:00am

Alkmaar Cheese Market Visit

Experience the lively cheese market, a fun cultural event especially enjoyable for kids fascinated by the cheese-carrying carriers.
EUR5, 1h

12:00pm

Lunch at De Waag

Have lunch at this historic building in the city square offering classic Dutch cuisine.
EUR20, 1h

1:30pm

Drive to Frisian Lakes Region

Travel north-east to the peaceful Frisian Lakes area (Approx 1.5 hours), ideal for scenic nature drives and water activities.
Free, 1h30m

4:00pm

Boat Rental and Lake Exploration

Rent a small electric boat to explore the Frisian Lakes, perfect for a family outing surrounded by nature.
EUR40, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Campsite or local tavern

Enjoy a relaxed dinner near your campsite, either self-cooked in the campervan or at a nearby gemütlich (cozy) tavern like Eetcafé De Grachthof.
EUR25, 1h
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Day 3: Giethoorn Village

Giethoorn, Netherlands on June 16, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at campsite

Prepare a quick breakfast at the campsite to make an early start towards Giethoorn.
EUR10, 30m

9:00am

Drive to Giethoorn

Travel south to Giethoorn, known as the 'Venice of the North', about a 1 hour 30 min drive from Frisian Lakes.
Free, 1h30m

11:00am

Giethoorn Boat Tour

Explore this picturesque village by renting a whisper boat or joining a guided boat tour through peaceful canals.
EUR30, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at De Lindenhof

Enjoy a delicious lunch at De Lindenhof, a highly rated restaurant offering local flavours in a charming setting.
EUR40, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Museum Giethoorn 't Olde Maat Uus

Learn about the history and traditions of Giethoorn at this small local museum, family-friendly and informative.
EUR5, 1h

4:00pm

Drive to Arnhem

Head approximately 1 hour south-east to Arnhem for the next leg of your adventure.
Free, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at Bistro 1

Have a casual dinner at Bistro 1, known for its welcoming atmosphere and tasty meals perfect for families.
EUR30, 1h
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Day 4: Historical Arnhem

Arnhem, Netherlands on June 17, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel/Local café

Start with breakfast at your accommodation or a local café offering fresh pastries and coffee.
EUR15, 45m

9:30am

Open Air Museum Arnhem

Discover Dutch history with interactive exhibits and historic buildings in this outdoor museum, great for children and adults alike. Open 10am-5pm.
EUR20, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Museum Café

Enjoy sandwiches and drinks at the café within the Open Air Museum to keep things convenient and relaxing.
EUR15, 1h

2:30pm

Burgers Zoo Visit

Spend the afternoon at Burgers Zoo, a large and innovative zoo with indoor and outdoor ecosystems, open until 6pm.
EUR25, 3h

6:30pm

Dinner at ’t Volkshuis

Finish the day with a laid-back Dutch meal at this family-friendly restaurant in Arnhem’s centre.
EUR30, 1h
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Day 5: Utrecht Culture

Utrecht, Netherlands on June 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at campsite

Enjoy a simple breakfast prepared in your campervan before departing.
EUR10, 30m

9:00am

Drive to Utrecht

Drive approximately 1 hour west to Utrecht, a lively university city with historic charm.
Free, 1h

10:30am

Dom Tower Climb

Climb the tallest church tower in the Netherlands for panoramic city views. Open 10am-5pm.
EUR10, 1h

12:00pm

Lunch at Broodje Mario

Try traditional Utrecht sandwiches at this popular local eatery known for its fresh ingredients.
EUR15, 1h

1:30pm

Walk Canal-side

Stroll along Utrecht’s unique canals lined with wharf cellars turned into shops and cafés.
Free, 1h

3:00pm

Railway Museum

Visit the Familie museum Spoorwegmuseum to explore Dutch rail history through interactive exhibits, open 10am-5pm.
EUR17, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Stadskasteel Oudaen

Enjoy traditional Dutch cuisine in a medieval brewery castle setting in the heart of Utrecht.
EUR35, 1h30m
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