Unesco

UNESCO World Heritage recognizes places of universal value. In the Netherlands, two of these are within your reach:

• Kinderdijk: A masterpiece of Dutch water management, with 18th-century windmills still in motion.
• The Wadden Sea: Europe’s last natural tidal system, where land, sea and sky constantly shift.

These two sites tell the story of the Dutch and their timeless relationship with water—carefully engineered in Kinderdijk, wild and free in the Wadden Sea.

Explore both on a relaxed small-group tour, or let us design a custom day trip just for you. It’s the perfect way to experience the real Netherlands—authentic, scenic, and far from the crowds.

Wildlife

Think the Netherlands is just cities, canals, and tulips? Think again. Nature here is alive and full of wildlife.

Along the northern coast, in the Wadden Sea, you might spot seals lounging on sandbanks or swimming in the shallows. It’s one of Europe’s best places to see them in the wild.

Birdwatchers, get ready: the wetlands and islands are a stopover for millions of migrating birds. From spoonbills to oystercatchers, this is a paradise with wings.

Head inland and you’ll find the Hoge Veluwe National Park, where forests and sand dunes hide red deer, wild boar, and even shy foxes. With a bit of patience and a great guide you’ll see the wilder side of the Netherlands.

Vintage villages

Step away from the big cities and discover the quiet charm of the Dutch countryside. Scattered across the landscape are tiny villages where time seems to stand still.

Think cobblestone lanes, wooden bridges, and old farmhouses with lace curtains. Local bakeries, sleepy canals, and peaceful squares where you’ll rarely spot another tourist. These are the places where stories live in every building and where you truly feel the soul of the Netherlands.

At Dutch Tours, we take you off the beaten path to experience this slower, more authentic side of the country. Join a small-group tour or let us create a custom route that fits your pace and interests. No crowds, no hurry just history, beauty, and a warm welcome.

About us

Dutch Seal Tours was founded by Sarah and Eva, close friends since they were kids. Both coming from a family of passionate flatboat sailors, we spent a substantial part of our childhood out on the mudflats of the Wadden Sea, searching for shellfish and scouting for seals. We have already passed on the love for this unique wildlife area to our kids and friends, but we are convinced the Waddensea is one of the must sees for international nature lovers! This small country is home to a great UNESCO World Heritage site teeming with wildlife and we would like to share it with you! As conservation of the area is key, our focus is on sustainable tourism. It’s a wonderful world out there, let’s go exploring!