ITS-Reizen

Coach hire to Artis Zoo Amsterdam.

Looking for coach hire with a driver to Artis? ITS-Reizen takes your group with an experienced driver to the zoo in Amsterdam and back home at the end of the day. For schools, clubs, companies and families, in coaches for 30 to 90 people.

Taking your group to Artis in Amsterdam

Artis is in Amsterdam's Plantage district and combines a zoo with historic buildings, a planetarium and Micropia, the museum of microbes. That makes it an educational destination for schools and a lovely day out for families and clubs.

By coach, nobody has to drive through busy Amsterdam or hunt for a parking space. We take the group into the city, drop you off and collect you again at the agreed time.

  • About an hour and a half's drive from Friesland
  • We know the rules for coaches in Amsterdam
  • Coaches for 30 to 90 people, several at once if needed
  • Easy to combine with another visit in the city

Across the Afsluitdijk to Amsterdam

From Bolsward, Artis is around 90 kilometres away as the crow flies. For groups from Friesland and the northern tip of North Holland, Amsterdam is easy to reach, so a full day at the zoo is very doable.

We plan the journey with time to spare for the traffic around Amsterdam, so that the group arrives relaxed.

Getting off in Amsterdam

Amsterdam has rules on where coaches may stop to let groups on and off. We agree a spot with you in advance as close as possible to Artis, and collect the group there again at the agreed time. That way, everyone knows where to be.

School trip to Artis

With its animals, planetarium and Micropia, Artis fits in well with lessons on nature and science. For primary schools and the lower years of secondary school, it is an educational day out.

Combining it with the city

Artis is right in the middle of Amsterdam. Many groups combine the zoo with a canal cruise, a museum or a walk through the city. The driver stays available all day and drives you according to the agreed programme, within the rules for coaches in the city.

Families, clubs and senior groups

Artis is also a great destination for a family day, a club or a senior group: the zoo is easy to get around and there are plenty of places to sit down for a while. Let us know when you enquire if some travellers are less steady on their feet, and we will choose the drop-off point accordingly.

The right coach for your group

We drive coaches for 30 to 90 people. For a smaller group, our small coach is handy in the city; for larger groups, we use full-size coaches, a double-decker or several coaches. We can also book the entrance tickets for Artis if you wish; an administration fee may apply.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the coach stop for Artis?
Amsterdam has rules for coaches. We agree a spot in advance as close as possible to Artis, where the group gets off and back on.
How far is Artis from Friesland?
From Bolsward, Artis is around 90 kilometres away as the crow flies. Your quote shows the times for your route, with time to spare for the traffic around Amsterdam.
Can we combine Artis with another outing in Amsterdam?
Yes, the driver stays available all day and drives you according to the agreed programme.
Does the driver wait during the visit?
Yes, the driver takes his rest and is ready at the agreed time and place for the journey home.
Can you arrange the entrance tickets?
Yes, we can. As well as transport with a driver, we can also book the entrance tickets if you wish; an administration fee may apply. You can also buy the tickets yourself from Artis.
What do you need from us for a quote?
The pick-up point, the date, your preferred times, the number of people and any extra stops in Amsterdam.

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