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Amsterdam 3 Day Itinerary: Not just the Red Light District

Amsterdam 3 Day Itinerary: Not just the Red Light District
See the beautiful canals and non-touristy side of Amsterdam

This is an itinerary for the backpacker or young at heart. The tour covers the alternative side of Amsterdam with squats, coffeeshops, cool museums, biking to windmills and brewery tours.  

Amsterdam can be an overwhelming city and it's easy to get lost. With my detailed maps and explanations you'll know exactly where to go and see all the hidden gems the city has to offer, like an old Dutch liquor tasting room, the biggest flea market in Amsterdam and beautiful parks just outside the city center. 

Save time and money with this tour, get away from the overpriced touristy shops and restaurants. With two days of walking and one of biking there's no need for costly cabs, trams or busses. 

Locals never spend time in the Red Light District, yet for most travelers it's the only thing they see! This tour you'll get the true Dutch experience with non-touristy spots and a chance to meet the locals. 

Samples from Itinerary 

"Jenever is a traditional alcoholic drink from the 1600s. The way to drink it is to have the shot sitting on the bar, and with no hands sipping the almost overflowing bubble of liquid, (more civilized than Spring Break style though). From there it’s sipped to enjoy the range of flavors. This pub’s décor is from the 16th century, and has a distillery, workshops and tasting rooms. Not only is the name of the pub itself humorous (Wynandfocking), but each mixture has its own name and character. One example is Bride’s Tears and a personal favorite is Half and Half, originally a mistake in the factory until they tried it!" 

"Amsterdam is best seen by bike. Ride like a Dutch local around the city and enjoy what there is to be seen outside the city center. You can find bike lanes everywhere and bikes get the right of way. It’s best to get away from the craziness of the city centre and from the tourists wandering onto the bike lane (because that’s not you anymore!)."

Picking the wrong museum can be torturous (especially if you're hungover); with this tour you'll see the tattoo, hash and marijuana, photography, and sex museum! As alternatives I've included the Van Gogh and Rijk's Museum. 

You'll have three action-packed days and a list of alternatives, so you can feel completely satisfied with your Amsterdam experience.  If you're not satisfied with the tour, Unanchor offers a full refund. 

My email is included in the itinerary if you have any questions, I'd be happy to hear from you! 

-Aly

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