9 days in Amsterdam & Rotterdam Itinerary

Change things up with these side-trips from Amsterdam: Haarlem (Hofje van Bakenes, Grote Markt, &more) and Lisse (Keukenhof & Hoeve Wassergeest). There's still lots to do: explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, indulge your thirst for a good beer at Heineken Experience, walk around Vondelpark, and make a trip to Royal Palace Amsterdam.

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Jakarta, Indonesia to Amsterdam is an approximately 19-hour flight. Traveling from Jakarta to Amsterdam, you'll gain 6 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Jakarta in April, expect Amsterdam to be much colder, temps between 15°C and 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Rotterdam.

Explore Rotterdam's surroundings by going to The Hague (Het Plein, Madurodam, &more). There's still lots to do: stroll around Agnetapark, contemplate the long history of Old Church, pause for some serene contemplation at Nieuwe Kerk, and enjoy breathtaking views from Euromast.

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You can drive from Amsterdam to Rotterdam in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or take a bus. April in Rotterdam sees daily highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can fly back home.