What is the difference between this tour and Delft & Royal Delft?
This tour is the 2 hour walking tour of the city centre only. Delft & Royal Delft (from €209) is the same walking tour, plus a combination visit to the Royal Delft factory, where you see the museum and the painting workshop on your own with an audio guide. Choose this one if you want the city and its stories; choose Royal Delft if seeing the Delft Blue actually being painted by hand matters to you. We also run other combination tours, such as a 3-course Walking Dinner through Delft, if you would rather end the day with food.
Should I book this tour or the self-guided audio tour?
The Delft audio tour (€10.49) covers a similar route and works offline, at whatever hour suits you. It cannot answer a question, adapt to what your group finds interesting, or take you into a courtyard you would not have found. If you are on a tight budget or arriving late in the evening, take the audio tour. If you want the conversation, book this one.
We are interested in Vermeer specifically. Is this the right tour?
This tour passes his burial place in the Old Church and covers his Delft in general terms. If Vermeer is the reason you are coming, Vermeer’s Delft (from €275, 2.5 to 3 hours) follows his life through the city and includes the Vermeer Centre, and is the better fit.
Do I need to book my private tour in advance?
The earlier you book, the better. Online bookings close 24 hours before departure. For last minute tours in Delft, Rotterdam, The Hague, Leiden or Gouda, call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 46 52 69 11.
Can my tour start at a different time than the ones listed?
Yes. We offer flexible start times for all private walking tours. Add your preferred time in the booking comments or contact us directly and we will adjust the schedule for you.
Can I change the meeting point of my tour?
Yes. As long as it is within the city center, you can choose your own meeting point. If you prefer to begin at your hotel, a restaurant or another central location, simply add it as a comment during your booking and we will make sure our guide meets you there.
Can I be picked up and dropped off in another city?
Yes. We offer paid pick-up and drop-off within roughly 100 km (62 mi) from the tour location, added at checkout (Amsterdam always falls within that range). For longer distances, please contact us for a quote.
In which languages are the tours available?
We offer our tours in English, Dutch, German, French, Spanish and Italian.
What is the group size for a private tour?
You book the guide for your group only, we do not combine you with other travelers. For the best experience, we advise a maximum of 20 participants per guide.
What is your cancellation policy?
You can cancel your private tour free of charge up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Delft’s historic centre has cobblestones, narrow pavements and a few steps at certain stops, so it is not fully wheelchair accessible the way a modern building would be. Tell us about any mobility needs when you book, and your guide will plan the route and pace around them as much as the city allows.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes. Every tour is private, so your guide can adjust the pace, the stories and the length to suit children in your group. Just mention their ages when you book.
Can I bring my dog on the tour?
Let us know when you book if you’d like to bring a dog along, and we’ll confirm what’s possible for that particular tour.
How will I recognize my guide at the meeting point?
About a week before your tour, we’ll send you a reminder email with your guide’s name and phone number, along with the meeting point and time. If you don’t spot each other right away, just call or message them.
Do you take large or school groups?
Yes. For larger groups we split you across multiple guides rather than combining you with strangers or putting everyone on one bus, so it stays personal and everyone can still hear and ask questions. Tell us your group size and we’ll arrange it.
