Private Experiences Utrecht

The Ultimate U

Your first true introduction to Utrecht.

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The Taste of U

Utrecht through its flavours.

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The Hidden U

Utrecht’s secret corners, for travellers who want to go further.

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The Floating U

Utrecht from a unique perspective.

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The Ultimate U

Your first true introduction to Utrecht. Wander canalside wharf cellars, slip into hidden courtyards, and hear the stories that never make it into guidebooks.

Private · 3 hours · From €295 per couple

Your experience

01 — Meet your host Your experience begins at a quiet spot in central Utrecht, where you meet your personal local host someone who lives and breathes this city.

02 — Into the wharf cellars Descend into Utrecht's unique two-level canal structure the wharf cellars (werfkelders) found nowhere else in the world and hear how they shaped the city's trading history.

03 — Hidden courtyards Slip through unmarked doorways into secluded courtyards (hofjes), quiet green spaces tucked behind Utrecht's busiest streets.

04 — The Dom and beyond Walk beneath the Dom Tower and through the surrounding streets, hearing the stories, legends and architectural details that bring centuries of history to life.

05 — Make it yours Your host tailors the route and stories to what interests you most history, architecture, photography or simply wandering somewhere quiet

Your experience includes

✓ Private local host ✓ Access to hidden courtyards ✓ Wharf cellar exploration ✓ Personalised storytelling ✓ Local recommendations ✓ Flexible start time ✓ A completely private experience

Private groups of 2–8 guests

Make it yours

Celebrating something special? We can arrange champagne, flowers, a private photographer, a special dinner reservation, a celebration cake, private transportation or a carefully chosen Dutch gift. Simply tell us what you have in mind, and we'll take care of the details.

The Hidden U

Utrecht's secret corners, uncovered. An exclusive journey into the Utrecht most visitors never find - quiet neighbourhoods, hidden courtyards and stories passed down through generations.

Private · 3 hours · From €295 per couple

Your experience

01 — Meet your host‍ ‍Begin away from the crowds, in a quiet corner of the city your host will introduce as "the real Utrecht."

02 — Beyond the centre Explore neighbourhoods rarely visited by tourists — where local life continues unchanged, and architecture tells a different story than the postcard centre.

03 — Secret places Discover courtyards, alleyways and buildings with stories that rarely reach guidebooks — the kind of places only a lifelong local would know to show you.

04 — A quiet pause Stop at a hidden spot — a courtyard garden or a quiet café — to sit, reflect and take in the city at a different pace.

05 — Make it yours Your host shapes the second half of the journey around what has caught your interest — art, history, local life or simply more quiet corners.

Your experience includes

✓ Private local host ✓ Access to lesser-known neighbourhoods ✓ Hidden courtyards and secret spots ✓ A quiet café or garden pause ✓ Personalised storytelling ✓ Local recommendations ✓ Flexible start time ✓ A completely private experience

Private groups of 2–8 guests

Forget the well-trodden path.

The Hidden U is for travellers who have seen a city's highlights before, and want something quieter, deeper and entirely their own.

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The Taste of U

Utrecht, one flavour at a time. Visit local producers, taste Dutch specialties, and enjoy a curated stop at one of the city's finest hidden dining spots — all woven into a walk through Utrecht's most characterful streets.

Private · 4 hours · From €395 per couple

Your experience

01 — Meet your host Begin in central Utrecht, where your host introduces the day as a journey through the city's flavours — old and new.

02 — Local producers We start with a coffee and a typical Ducht treat. Visit a small cheesemaker, a traditional bakery or a specialty shop, meeting the people behind Utrecht's food culture.

03 — A city of flavours Walk through Utrecht's streets between tastings, discovering how the city's history shaped what — and how — the Dutch eat.

04 — More local flavours Continue to a final tasting stop, a local brewery with special visit to see the brewery in the wharf cellars, for one more highlight of Utrechts culinary character.

05 — Make it yours Your host adapts the tastings and stops to your preferences — whether that means more sweet, more savoury, more wine, or dietary considerations.

Your experience includes

✓ Private local host ✓ Visits to local producers and enjoy their products ✓ Curated tastings throughout ✓ A seated coffee stop with coffee and cake ✓ Personalised storytelling ✓ Local recommendations ✓ Flexible start time ✓ A completely private experience

Private groups of 2 - 8 guests

Forget the generic food tour.

The Taste of U is a personal, unhurried journey through Dutch flavours — chosen by a local, shaped around you.

The Floating U

See Utrecht from a different perspective. Cruise through the city's historic canals aboard your private boat, accompanied by a local host who brings Utrecht's stories, hidden places and culture to life. Enjoy a welcome drink, a curated taste of the Netherlands and recommendations tailored to you.

Private · 2 hours · From €495 per couple

Your experience

01 — Meet your host Your experience begins in the heart of Utrecht, where you'll meet your personal local host. More than a guide, your host is here to introduce you to Utrecht through stories, local insight and personal recommendations.

02 — Step aboard Your private boat awaits. Settle in, enjoy a welcome drink and let the city unfold around you.

03 — Discover Utrecht Cruise along Utrecht's historic canals and discover the city from a completely different perspective. Admire the medieval wharves, historic bridges and beautiful architecture while hearing the stories, secrets and characters that have shaped Utrecht over the centuries.

04 — Taste the Netherlands Enjoy a carefully selected taste of the Netherlands along the way. From local cheeses and Dutch chocolate to traditional treats, each selection is chosen to give you a small but memorable taste of Dutch culture.

05 — Make it yours No two guests are exactly alike. Throughout your experience, your host will tailor the conversation and recommendations to your interests — whether you love history, architecture, food, photography, art or simply discovering places away from the crowds.

Your experience includes

✓ Private boat and captain ✓ Private local host ✓ Welcome drink ✓ Curated Dutch tasting ✓ Personalised storytelling ✓ Local recommendations ✓ Flexible start time ✓ A completely private experience

Private groups of 2–6 guests

A more personal way to discover Utrecht

Forget the crowded sightseeing boat. Forget the checklist. Forget following someone else's itinerary. The Floating U is your private experience of the city — shaped around your interests, your pace and your curiosity.