The Netherlands is where connection and confidence come to life—**picture charming canals, flower-filled courtyards, and cobblestone streets lined with bikes and laughter. It’s the perfect place to slow down, explore side by side, and help your teen discover just how capable they are.
From learning to navigate trains to cycling through Amsterdam’s hidden gems and mastering real-world travel safety skills, this trip blends adventure with education—so every experience becomes a memory and a moment of growth.
All the logistics? Handled.
All the learning? Hands-on.
All that’s left for you? To simply enjoy the journey together.
Because this isn’t just a vacation—it’s a chance to strengthen your bond, build your teen’s confidence, and chase memories that will last a lifetime.
The Netherlands is waiting—are you ready to go?
3&4 Star Hotels
Airport Transfer, trains, boats, etc
Welcome Dinner and Final Dinner
Tour Host (Lisa) and co-Host, Local Professional Guides
Biking, Guided Day Trip to the Countryside, Day trip to Utrecht, Day trip to Delft, Stroopwafle Making Workshop, Canal Boat Tour
Hands on lessons on how to safely travel, including some Amazing Race style challenges that build up your teens confidence throughout the week.
Tips on how to find flight deals from your area will be sent out with welcome email upon registration
(Highly Recommended) Lisa's top insurance recommendations will be sent out with the welcome email
Drinks beyond tap water are not provided
There's easy breakfast/lunch options at grocery stores or bakeries near hotels or excursions, dinners will have a group option or go on your own.
The EU has announced their new ETIAS system (electronic travel authorization) to start "sometime" in 2026. If applicable for our dates you need to apply, it's about 10euros/person.
Arrival in Amsterdam (AMS airport) by 2:00pm (local time). Private transfer to accommodations and explore surrounding area. Welcome dinner in the evening.
Morning Amazing Race kickoff
Guided bike tour through Amsterdam’s hidden neighborhoods including a stop for Dutch Apple Pie
Travel safety mini-lesson: using public transit
Explore on your own or join optional group activities
Dinner together in Amsterdam
Travel safety workshop & Amazing Race challenge
Private open-top canal boat cruise
Explore Albert Cuyp Market
Stroopwafel-making workshop 🍪
Dinner in the city
Travel safety focus: trains, maps & awareness
Train to Zaanse Schans
Full-day guided countryside tour: windmills, Volendam, & cheese farm 🧀
Return to Amsterdam for the evening
Free time for museums, markets, or relaxing by the canals
Afternoon train to The Hague & check-in at Hotel
Group dinner & evening stroll
Travel safety lesson and challenge
Train to Utrecht
Guided walking tour of Utrecht’s historic center
Visit fairytale Castle de Haar 🏰
Dinner in Utrecht before returning to The Hague
Free morning: explore The Hague or try an audio walking tour
Afternoon tram ride to Scheveningen Beach
Sandcastle challenge & free time on the pier
Final group dinner with Amazing Race awards
Explore historic Delft: Royal Delft pottery tour & charming city walk
Free time for lunch and shopping
Final challenge: Afternoon train to Amsterdam Airport area hotel - your teen will guide you and be in charge of getting you to the hotel. (Lisa will always be available to go with her if you need to)
Farewell dinner (pizza night or casual dinner together)
Individual departures from AMS airport. Hotel will provide a free shuttle service to the airport.
