Amsterdam for New Year | 2025/2026
Amsterdam for New Year | 2025/2026
$915
Amsterdam for New Year | 2025/2026
4 Days Starting and ending in London
Visiting: London, Dover, Calais, Amsterdam
Tour operator:
Tour code:
WANYA20
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Tour Overview
If New York is the city that never sleeps, then Amsterdam is the city that never forgets to throw a good New Year's. With 4 days on your side you'll uncover the hidden clubs, find the best cafes and have plenty of time to enjoy the endless cuteness of the city in between festivities. Did we mention free drinks?
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: London To Amsterdam
Location: London, Dover, Calais, Amsterdam
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
Today we’ll meet in the heart of London, throwing high fives to each other in recognition of the epic decision we all made to kick off the new year in Amsterdam. Let’s do this! Shortly before jumping on our ferry for France, we’ll be taking in the English coastline beauty of the White Cliffs of Dover, that owe their colour to a composition of chalk. Off the ferry we arrive in the port town of Calais - French soil! We travel north via Belgium before reaching ... Amsterdam! Home of good times and cuteness galore. Fun fact: the city has 1539 bridges, 165 canals, and 2500 house boats. Yes, you read that right, and it's all here for you to explore. After dinner, opt to take the A'DAM lookout swing, an incredible observation deck with unrivalled panoramas of the twinkling lights of Amsterdam below. Later, the night is yours to start getting familiar with the scene that will ring in your best night of the year - we're calling it early!
Day 2: Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
NYE in NL? Free day in A'dam? Time to dig out your bucket list and tick it all of this morning. Afterwards, we’ll hit the town to bring the New Year home in style – with free club entry.
Day 3: Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Exploring, eating, chilling – that’s what’s in store for us today. You'll have a free morning to check out Amsterdam’s famous STRAAT Museum (or just do some shopping/chilling if you prefer.) Then, we'll head off to the countryside for a taste of tradition (and cheese.) We’ll visit a local clog and cheesemaker's house to learn how two of the country's most famous symbols are made. Later tonight, we'll have the opportunity to indulge in a traditional Dutch dinner. Followed by treating ourselves to drinks as we cruise through the canals, as we see the city illuminated by night.
Day 4: Amsterdam To London
Location: Amsterdam, Calais, Dover, London
Meals Included: Breakfast
Pack your bags and get ready for a nice long nap, or a lot of reminiscing with the squad and a chat about a reunion tour for next year on our ride back to London. Amsterdam NYE friends, we salute you! You rang in the new year in ultimate wanderlusting spirit by kicking it in Amsterdam. Carry on adventuring your way through the next 12 months and you can’t go wrong.
What's Included
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Meals
1 Dinner (D) and 3 Breakfasts (B) are included.
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Sightseeing
See the iconic chalk-white coastline of Dover.
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Nightclub Entry
Grab entry to a nightclub on New Year's Eve including some drinks.
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Cultural Experience
Visit a clog maker and a cheese farm in Edam.
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Accommodation
Stay at Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar).
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Transport
Travel from London to Amsterdam via ferry, passing through the scenic White Cliffs of Dover and the port town of Calais, with additional travel through Belgium.
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Museum Visit
Explore Amsterdam's famous STRAAT Museum.
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Traditional Dinner
Indulge in a traditional Dutch dinner.
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Canal Cruise
Enjoy drinks while cruising through Amsterdam's illuminated canals.
What's Not Included
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Transport
Transport to and from the starting location in London is not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as shopping and additional meals are not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities such as the A'DAM lookout swing are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel from London to Amsterdam via ferry, passing through the scenic White Cliffs of Dover and the port town of Calais, with additional travel through Belgium.
Accommodation
Stay at the Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar), offering comfortable and modern amenities for a relaxing stay in Amsterdam.
Dining Summary
- 1 Dinner (D)
- 3 Breakfast (B)
Included Experience
- Dover: See the iconic chalk-white coastline. So special that it’s had songs dedicated to it.
- Amsterdam: Grab entry to a nightclub on NYE including some drinks.
- Edam: Visit a clog maker and a cheese farm. It may be a cliché, but it’s so much fun we’re not even slightly apologetic.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
You will stay at the Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar), which offers comfortable and modern amenities for a relaxing stay in Amsterdam.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 1 dinner and 3 breakfasts.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
Travel from London to Amsterdam is via ferry, passing through the scenic White Cliffs of Dover and the port town of Calais, with additional travel through Belgium.
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What activities are included on New Year's Eve?
On New Year's Eve, you will have free club entry in Amsterdam, including some drinks.
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What cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a visit to a clog maker and a cheese farm in Edam, as well as a visit to Amsterdam's famous STRAAT Museum.
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Is transportation to the starting location in London included?
No, transport to and from the starting location in London is not included.
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Are personal expenses covered in the tour package?
No, personal expenses such as shopping and additional meals are not included.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, optional activities such as the A'DAM lookout swing are available but not included in the tour package.
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What can I expect on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will meet in London and travel to Amsterdam via ferry, passing through the White Cliffs of Dover and the port town of Calais. After arriving in Amsterdam, you will have dinner and the option to take the A'DAM lookout swing.
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What will we do on the second day in Amsterdam?
On the second day, you will have a free morning to explore Amsterdam or visit the STRAAT Museum. In the afternoon, you will visit a clog and cheese maker's house in the countryside, followed by a traditional Dutch dinner and a canal cruise with drinks in the evening.
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How will we spend New Year's Eve in Amsterdam?
On New Year's Eve, you will have a free day to explore Amsterdam. In the evening, you will have free club entry to celebrate the New Year.
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What happens on the last day of the tour?
On the last day, you will pack your bags and travel back to London, reminiscing about the trip and discussing future travel plans with your fellow travelers.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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