Our Favourite Experiences
Introduction
Time passes at a gentler pace in the misty, watery world of Durgerdam. It feels like a million miles from the bustle of city life – the reality is just 15 minutes from Amsterdam – yet your shoulders drop, fresh air surrounds you and somehow life feels simpler and more relaxed. De Durgerdam has a special kind of magic; Blending unfussy luxury with relaxed hospitality and paying homage to its nautical heritage, a whole world of experiences awaits you at De Durgerdam.
Nautical escape
Glinting under a huge sky, punctuated by wooden pontoons that jut out into the water, the IJmeer lake is where yachts cruise by from the sailing club, and historically the fisherfolk of Durgerdam cast their nets. In this collection of activites we invite you to discover the maritime myths of the former Zuiderzee.
NAVIGATE THE SLOW LANE FROM AMSTERDAM
NAUTICAL ESCAPE
PADDLEBOARD ON LAKE IJMEER
Duration: 2 hours
Price: €30 per paddleboard.
Advance booking recommended
Paddle out onto the peaceful waters of Lake IJmeer, while soaking in the breathtaking scenery that surrounds you at your own pace.
This is a third-party booking, food and beverage will be catered by the third party. Cancellation made less than 10 days before the experience will incurr a 50% fee. Experience subject to weather conditions. Ex-
NAUTICAL ESCAPE
SAIL THE ZUIDERZEE
Duration: Full-day experience from 10:00- 18:00. Shorter experiences are available upon request.
Price: From €1500 for a maximum of 10 people.
Advance booking required.
Step into Amsterdam’s maritime history and navigate the former Zuiderzee aboard a 100-year-old, restored sailing boat.
Enjoy a full day experience including:
• Welcome on board with coffee, tea & cakes
• Farmer’s lunch including juices
• Feel the wind on your hair while sailing away or help the captain to learn
• Drinks in the harbour including wine, beer & soft drinks and “borrel” bites
CLASSIC SALOON BOAT JOURNEY
This is a third-party booking, food and beverage will be catered by the third party. Free cancellation up until 72hrs. After that, full fee will be charged.
Duration: 1.5 hours from Amsterdam to Durgerdam. Other routes available on request.
Price: From €450 for up to 11 guests
Advance booking required.
transfer between Amsterdam’s city centre
NAUTICAL ESCAPE
This is a third-party booking, food and beverage will be catered by the third party. Their cancelaltion policy is applicable. Experience subject to weather conditions.
WAJER YACHT ADVENTURE
Duration: 4 hours. Longer experiences are available upon request.
Price: on request, depending on boat
Advance booking required.
Venture out onto IJmeer lake or explore the hidden shores around the nearby villages aboard a Wajer Yacht — the pinnacle of Dutch design and craftsmanship. Whether you’re racing across the lake at high speed, or cruising leisurely with a glass of rosé in hand, the experience is yours to define.
Awaken yoursenses
At De Durgerdam, nature sets the pace. Rooted in Dutch heritage and guided by a love of simple pleasures, we invite you to unwind, reconnect with your senses, and settle into a world of relaxed hospiatlity and unfussy luxury.
AWAKEN YOUR SENSES
EXPLORE AT NATURE’S PACE
Duration: Our guide, Roos, is happy to accommodate your preferences in this tour.
Price: From €210
Advance booking required.
This is a third-party booking, their cancellation policy is applicable. Expeirence subject to weather conditions.
Step outside and discover the serene beauty of Waterland by bike or on foot, guided by someone who knows its quiet secrets. Meander through historic villages, wide open fields, and along still waters, where every turn brings a new perspective.
AWAKEN YOUR SENSES
YOGA BY THE WATER
Duration: 60 minutes
Price: From €180
Advance booking required.
This is a third-party booking, free cancellation up until 72 hrs.
Begin your day with a slow, grounding yoga session led by a local instructor. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned yogi, each class is shaped by breath, flow, and the peaceful rhythm of our natural surroundings.
AWAKEN YOUR SENSES
GUIDED MEDITATION
Duration: 60 minutes
Price: From €200
Advance booking required.
This is a third-party booking, their cancellation policy is applicable
Step into stillness with a private meditation session. Led by a certified guide, you’ll explore simple techniques to calm the mind, soften the body, and create space to simply be.
This is a third-party booking, their cancellation policy is applicable
AWAKEN YOUR SENSES
MASSAGE THERAPY
Duration: 60 minutes
Price: From €125
Advance booking required.
Unwind completely with a restorative massage, tailored to your needs and rhythm. Whether you prefer a deep, focused release or a soft, calming touch, our skilled therapists will bring the treatment to you. A couples massage can also be arranged for a quiet moment of stillness to share, side by side.
Wander the surroundings
Uncover De Durgerdam’s lively history and Admire the rows of wood-clad fishing houses, painted in milky whites and aqua hues as per tradition. The story goes that they were used as moonlit beacons for returning sailors. Or journey deeper into Amsterdam Noord’s hinterland, where natural wetlands, historic villages, food markets, and seasonal restaurants are steeped in Dutch folklore and time-honoured traditions.
This is a third-party booking, their cancellation policy is applicable. After that, full fee will be charged.
WANDER THE SURROUNDINGS
HINDELOOPEN PAINTING WORKSHOP
Duration: 1,5 to 2 hours
Price: From €600 for up to 6 guests
Advance booking required at least 2 weeks prior.
Discover the quiet charm of Hindeloopen painting, a traditional Dutch folk art once found in homes and boats along the IJsselmeer, including villages like Durgerdam. In this hands-on session, a local artist will guide you through the distinctive floral and maritime patterns rooted in centuries-old craftsmanship. You’ll learn, paint, and leave with your own small piece of this enduring coastal tradition.
WANDER THE SURROUNDINGS
ZUIDERZEE MUSEUM VISIT
Duration: 4+ hours
Price: €25 per guest(ticket only)
Private tour: €1350
Advance booking required. Private transport can be arranged upon request.
Tucked away in the harbour town of Enkhuizen, the Zuiderzee Museum brings the old life of lakeside villages to life, just like Durgerdam in earlier times. Wander through old homes and workshops, see the tools and stories of past generations, and get a real feel for the history that inspired De Durgerdam’s own design. It’s not just a museum, but a living memory of old Dutch coastal life.
This is a third-party booking, their cancellation policy is applicable. After that, full fee will be charged.
WANDER THE SURROUNDINGS
OUR FAVOURITE DUTCH MUSEUMS
Private tour duration: 2 hours
Price: From €450 for up to 8 guests
Advance booking required.
Step into the world of Dutch art with a private guided visit to some of Amsterdam’s most celebrated museums, from the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum to the Stedelijk and beyond. Over the course of two hours, your guide will lead you through carefully selected highlights, sharing stories behind the masterpieces, artists, and movements that shaped the Netherlands’ cultural heritage. A thoughtful and personalized way to experience the city’s finest collections.
This is a third-party booking, their cancellation policy is applicable. After that, full fee will be charged.
WANDER THE SURROUNDINGS
KEUKENHOF FLOWER GARDEN VISIT
Duration: 6 hours
Price: From €1100 for up to 8 guests
Advance booking required.
Experience Keukenhof in full bloom with a private tour for a relaxed six-hour visit to the Netherlands’ most famous flower gardens. Wander through vibrant displays of tulips and seasonal blooms while learning about Dutch flower culture and the artistry behind this iconic spring tradition. This intimate experience includes a private driver, private local guide, entry fee, and snacks and water in the car.
This is a third-party booking, their cancellation policy is applicable. After that, full fee will be charged.
WANDER THE SURROUNDINGS
DRIVING TOURS TO NEARBY VILLAGES
Duration: 8 hours for each location
Price: From €1350 for up to 8 guests
Advance booking required.
Leave De Durgerdam behind for a private driving tour through some of the Netherlands’ most charming villages, historic towns, and countryside landscapes. Choose from routes such as Alkmaar & Edam, Windmills & Villages, or the iconic Zaanse Schans, each offering a different glimpse into Dutch heritage, local craftsmanship, and life beyond Amsterdam.
This is a third-party booking, their cancellation policy is applicable. After that, full fee will be charged.
WANDER THE SURROUNDINGS
GOLF AMONG DUTCH LANDSCAPES
Duration: flexible (from half-day to full-day)
Price: From €100 per person
Advance booking required.
Whether you’re seeking a relaxed round close to De Durgerdam or a more refined day on one of the Netherlands’ most prestigious courses, golf can be tailored to your pace. Play among the open landscapes of Waterland for an easy-going experience, or venture to the coastal dunes of Kennemer for a full day of elevated play and natural beauty.
Savor the moment
Let local ingredients lead the way as you discover the quiet richness of the region, its makers, its traditions, and its taste for the simple, the thoughtful, and the well made. Each experience invites you to slow down and connect with the land, the craft, and the people behind every bite.
SAVOR THE MOMENT
WINE TASTING IN THE SNUG
Duration: 1,5 hours
Price: From €90 per person
Advance booking required.
Our private collection of wine is reason enough to spend time in the Wine Snug. Surrounded by vintage labels and the restored walls of our cellar, you’ll taste a curated selection of 5-6 European wines, guided by our sommelier who will share the stories behind each label. An intimate experience best enjoyed in good company, with a glass in hand and the soft glow of candlelight setting the mood.
This is a third-party booking, their cancellation policy is applicable.
SAVOR THE MOMENT
PRIVATE CHEESE TASTING
Degustation Intermédiaire: 9 cheeses, 3 wines – €120 per person
Degustation Mémorable: 12 cheeses, 3 wines – €145 per person
Alcohol-free pairings available Advance booking required.
Experience Dutch cheese culture at De Durgerdam with our exclusive private cheese tasting. During the tasting, an experienced cheese monger will tell you in detail about flavors, Dutch cheesemaking tradition and about the many great makers with whom they work. From cheese farms that can only be reached by a rowing boat to a cheesemaker that started at thirteen years of age. Get acquainted with new cheeses and special flavor combinations paired with fine wines from Restaurant De Mark.
SAVOR THE MOMENT
SUNSET PICNIC BASKET
Price: €150
Advance booking required. Alcohol-free options available, food items might change pending availability and seasonality.
As the sun begins its slow descent over the Durgerdam meadows, the garden comes alive in a warm, golden glow. The light softens, the breeze quiets, and everything slows just enough to be felt.
Pick your favourite spot to enjoy the peace of this magical moment and take a basket with you! Inside your basket, you’ll find a bottle of Billecart-Salmon Champagne, Brandt and Levi sausage, homemade nut mix, and sweet treats along with all you need to setup a lovely picnic.
