Private tour: Follow Anne Frank to Camp Westerbork | La Vacanza Travel

Private tour: Follow Anne Frank to Camp Westerbork

Duration: 9 hours
Destination: Netherlands, Noord-Holland, Amsterdam
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  • 9 hours
  • Amsterdam
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Anne's famous diary ends a few days before she, and the others, were suddenly arrested and put on transport, ultimately to her death.

In a one-day tour outside Amsterdam we will take you to Camp Westerbork, the transit camp from where Anne Frank, and more than a 100.000 Jewish people with her were sent to Auschwitz and other camps. Not many would return.

By following her footsteps, we will learn about many more people, places and events to tell the story of the German occupation of the Netherlands during World War 2.

By visiting the sites and telling the stories of normal people under extreme circumstances we will bring the time of the war closer to home. With the use of authentic photos and videos, and by explaining the events from all perspectives, we will find out about the motives of the people involved, and we will ultimately ask the question:

Could this happen again in our time?

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Kamp Westerbork, Oosthalen 8 9414 TG Hooghalen, 9414 TG Hooghalen The Netherlands

An extensive visit to this Camp where Anne Frank and more than 100.000 people with her were sent before being put on transport to the east.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Afsluitdijk Wadden Center, Afsluitdijk 1c, 8752 TP Kornwerderzand The Netherlands

We will pass the spectacular Afsluitdijk on our way back to Amsterdam, with a short brake for a drink and photo's

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Nationaal Monument Kamp Amersfoort, Loes van Overeemlaan 19, 3832 RZ Leusden The Netherlands

A short visit to this Camp where resistance fighters and others were being held under horrible circumstances, among which two of the helpers of the Frank family.

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Private transportation
  • Entry/Admission - Kamp Westerbork
  • Entry/Admission - Nationaal Monument Kamp Amersfoort

Exclusions
  • Lunch

Additional Info

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Departure Point

Departure Point

Victorieplein, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Traveler pickup is offered
I can pick you up at or near your hotel in or around Amsterdam


Departure Time

08:30 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

9 hours

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

Leanne_M

03 Oct, 2023

My experience was great it was everything I imagined and more. I learned alot about Westerbork Transit Kamp and Amersfoort Kamp when we visited them I found them both very touching Martin also took the time to show me Anne Franks neighborhood where she lived before going into hiding, where she went to school her statue which I found all very interesting. I just want to thank Martin for a great day he was an excellent tour guide, he picked me up where I was staying in Amsterdam and dropped me off I'm hoping to book another tour with Martin soon to further my journey

Lucy_A

23 Jan, 2023

Martin is the best kind of guide for Holocaust history - incredibly knowledgeable but also compassionate and thoughtful. He smoothly adapted the day's tour to suit our particular interests and showed us sites and details we would never have been able to find on our own. The day was full, but with comfort breaks. Martin's good company meant the long-ish drive to Westerbork camp didn't seem long at all.

MichaelL_T

02 Nov, 2022

The most important part of the day was the tour guide, Martin van Elmpt. I have an abiding interest in the Holocaust--hence the trip to Westerbork. Martin was the perfect guide. Deeply immersed in historical studies, he was able to help me gain a better understanding. He's also very adaptable; that is, he discerned quickly that I've done a lot of research on Kamp Westerbork and this meant he took my knowledge and interests into consideration as we made our way through the day, he showing me things that weren't necessarily part of the initial tour. I found him a gregarious and gracious companion for the day we spent together. I hope to return to the Netherlands in a few years with my family and would very much want to do the tour again with him as a guide.

Marco_V

15 Aug, 2021

Spend a wonderful day with Martin. We started off visiting Kamp Amersfoort, then The Hidden Village, and spent a lot of time at Westerbork. Martin is very knowledgeable about WWII and put up with all my questions, including hypothetical ones. His answers were well thought out. On the return trip to Amsterdam we drove on the Afsluitdijk, major dam and causeway, quite impressive. All in all I really enjoyed my day with Martin and highly recommend anyone interested in WWII, Anne Frank, etc to hire Martin. I look forward to our next visit and tour with him in the future. Thanks Martin.

Stacey_S

20 Dec, 2019

We booked this tour with Martin back in October and were very pleased. The entire process was easy and hassle-free. Martin was top notch, professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable. Martin contacted us right after we booked the door, and was extremely responsive to emails with questions and requests. Unfortunately, we had to request a slight change the tour itinerary because we were sick but Martin was very understanding and easy to work with. As the other reviewer mentioned, Martin was filled with information and very interested in the subject matter. The visit to Camp Westerbork itself was indescribable and moving. Martin provided background information on the camp and the Franks and really added to the experience. We also visited the neighborhood and house where the Franks lived before they went into hiding. We even saw the bookshop when Mr. Frank purchased Anne’s red and white checkered diary. It was a full day and unforgettable. If you are interested in learning more about Anne and her family, we highly recommend this trip. I also suggest visiting the Anne Frank house because this tour will supplement that very well. Thank you Martin for an amazing experience.

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