Youth & School Group Concert Tours to The Netherlands
Perfect for all types of ensembles with varying repertoires
- Choirs
- Bands
- Orchestras
Known for its charming canals, colourful tulip fields and edgy arts scene, the Netherlands is a haven of cultural treasures. Perfect for all types of ensembles with varying repertoires, the Netherlands offers youth and school groups the opportunity to play in a range of venues, from bustling market squares and captivating churches to the magical world of Efteling Theme Park.
Whilst the traditionally Dutch resort of Noordwijk promises coastal views and beachside bliss, Amsterdam is your gateway to the Anne Frank House, the Rijksmuseum and scenic canal cruises.
Are you an adult music group? This tour is specifically designed with youth groups in mind, so why not take a look at our extensive range of destinations perfect for adults?
Our Recommended Itinerary
Here’s what your trip could look like
Day 1
Coach and Channel crossing
Coach
Arrive into the Netherlands
Day 2
Visit the Van Gogh Museum
Amsterdam canal cruise and concert 1
Enjoy an evening of mini golf
Day 3
Clara Maria Cheese Farm & Clog Factory
Zaanse Schans Windmills and concert 2
Pancake dinner
Day 4
Full day at De Efteling Theme Park, followed by concert 3
Free time for last minute sightseeing and souvenir shopping
Day 5
Depart Noordwijk by coach
Channel crossing and coach
Arrive home
Based on 5 day, 4 night tour for 44 passengers (+4 free places) travelling June 2025. Subject to availability.
- Coaching for the duration of your tour
- Return Channel Crossings (ferry or tunnel)
- Half board accommodation
- 3 x concerts (including publicity & advertising)
- Travel insurance
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- 24/7 support
- Vamoos travel app & info pack
- Tailor-made itinerary
- Motorway tolls & taxes
- VAT
- Excursions:
- NEMO Science Museum
- Van Gogh Museum
- Museumplein
- Rijksmuseum
- Amsterdam Canal Cruise
- Pancake Dinner
- All American Bowling
Optional Extras
- Dedicated Tour Manager
- Instrument Hire
- Hoodies and Polo Shirts
Excursions in The Netherlands
Browse a selection of our favourite excursions
Accommodation
Popular places to stay in The Netherlands
- Located on the coast next to the beach and the Kennemer dunes
- Close to Alkmaar, Bergen and the tulip fields
- 3 recreation, rehearsal and conference rooms
- Wi-Fi
- 3 recreation, rehearsal and conference rooms
- Terrace and gardens
- Table tennis and table football
- Restaurant and bar
- Luggage storage
- Wi-Fi
- Go for a swim in the pool
- Chill out in the recreation rooms or rehearse for your performances
- Relax on the terrace and gardens
- Play a game of table tennis or table football
- Visit the Kennemer dunes
- Explore Alkmaar, Bergen and the nearby tulip fields
- Located in Noordwijk on the Dutch coast
- 15-20 minute walk to the beach
- 30 minutes from Leiden, Haarlem and The Hague and 1 hour from Amsterdam
- Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Recreation area
- Sun terrace and garden
- Books, DVDs, board games and puzzles
- Indoor and outdoor play areas
- Grab a bite to eat in the restaurant
- Chill out in the recreation area
- Unwind on the sun terrace
- Enjoy a stroll to the beach or visit the nearby cities
Performance Venues in The Netherlands
Popular concert venues in The Netherlands
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Grote Markt, Haarlem
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Oosterkerk, Amsterdam
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Maria van Jessekerk
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Delft Market Square
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English Church
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PKN Buurtkerk, Noordwijk
- Best suited for: Choirs, bands and orchestras
- Repertoire recommendation: Secular or classical
- Location: Central Haarlem
- Performance times: Morning or afternoon
- Best suited for: Choirs and orchestras
- Repertoire recommendation: Sacred, classical, secular
- Location: Amsterdam
- Performance times: Afternoon or evening
- Best suited for: Choirs and orchestras
- Repertoire recommendation: Secular or classical
- Location: Central Delft
- Performance times: Afternoon or evening
- Best suited for: Choirs, bands and orchestras
- Repertoire recommendation: Sacred, classical, secular
- Location: Central Delft
- Performance times: Morning or afternoon (weekdays only)
- Best suited for: Choir
- Repertoire recommendation: Sacred, classical, secular
- Location: Central Amsterdam
- Performance times: Lunchtime
- Best suited for: Choirs and orchestras
- Repertoire recommendation: Sacred, classical, secular
- Location: Noordwijk
- Performance times: Afternoon or evening
Additional Information
Your journey doesn’t have to end here! See what else we can offer to help you get the most out of your tour. From instrument hire to dedicated Tour Managers, we’ll go above and beyond to support you and your group.
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FAQs about this tour
Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
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Can I talk to Rayburn Tours whilst out on tour?
Yes, a 24-hour emergency phone number will be provided in your final documents pack and one of our experienced members of staff will be happy to help with any problems you have whilst out on tour.
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What safety support do you have in place for clients choosing to tour with you?
At Rayburn Tours we are proud of our continual commitment to safety. Clients who tour with us can be assured that we have the following support services and systems in place: Safety Management System, Generic Risk Management, Crisis Management System, ATOL Licensed, ABTA Bonded, insurance, 24-hour emergency contact system, hotel audits, coach audits and activity audits.
In addition, we are a member of the School Travel Forum (STF), giving you the reassurance that all of our trips meet, or indeed exceed, the safety standards required by your school and Local Authority.
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Do you provide risk assessments for the visits you offer?
You can download our Generic Risk Management Handbook which will help you complete your risk assessment for your school or Local Authority. The aim of the handbook is to provide all tour leaders with supportive suggestions to help raise awareness to risk, suggest control measures to help mitigate the risk and manage risk pro-actively. For further assistance, please speak to a member of our team who will be happy to help.
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Do your hotels comply with our Local Authority’s guidelines?
All hotels are audited to standards set by the School Travel Forum (STF), this criteria is based on information and guidance from educational authorities. Whilst local laws and standards have to be taken into consideration, as they may differ from country to country, our standards do not. We are happy to provide copies of our hotel audits should you wish to see them.
Travel in safe hands
Your safety is of the utmost importance to us and we monitor the safety aspects of all of our tours to ensure you have a memorable experience for all the right reasons.
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