We delight in introducing small groups (never more than ten guests) to lesser-known European music festivals, and the Grachtenfestival is a jewel of a festival that we love to share.
In a selection of exceptional venues, from hidden gardens to floating barges, we’ll enjoy a variety of performances – from classical music of the 17th century to innovative recent compositions.
The extra-ordinary locations are as exciting as the music. Otherwise off limits to anyone but locals, rooftop terraces, intimate ateliers, lavish gardens, and private homes welcome concertgoers for these special events.
Your accommodation for the tour is an historic canal house hotel, elegantly and carefully renovated – a combination of 17th-century atmosphere and 21st century comfort and service.
Amsterdam’s a culinary adventure – and we’ll enjoy it to the fullest, from Indonesian “ricetable”, to Dutch pancakes, to inventive contemporary cuisine, to garden-fresh creations enjoyed right in the greenhouse. We’ll show you where to pick up a wedge of gouda or a packet of stroopwafels so you can enjoy tasty memories at home.
Although Music and Markets' tours are designed for music-lovers, we don’t spend all our time at concerts, but we also enjoy specially arranged tours of the historic canals, on foot or by canal boat; an introduction to Amsterdam's best-buys, colorful open-air markets, and famed museums for a matchless five day experience in this living museum.
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