Starting at €250 • 3.5 Hours • Including a diamond factory VIP experience!
Walk through Amsterdam's diamond history and end with a VIP visit to Gassan Diamonds, watching master cutters at work and toasting with champagne. This 3.5-hour experience blends technical skill, local history, and insider access—perfect for curious travelers.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking on city streets and standing during factory demonstrations; suitable for most fitness levels.
Wildlife
History
Amsterdam's diamond trade grew over centuries and includes notable firms such as Gassan Diamonds; the industry shaped neighborhoods and labor networks.
Conservation
Ask about ethical sourcing when considering purchases and support small local ateliers to help keep traditional craft alive; travel light and respect working spaces.
Badass Tours
Starting at €250 • 3.5 Hours • Including a diamond factory VIP experience!
Badass Tours is a Amsterdam-based tour operator located in Noord-Holland that highlights overlooked stories across the city. Featured on The Adventure Collective, Badass Tours offers self-guided and guided experiences focused on women's, Jewish, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC histories, plus private custom tours and special Rijksmuseum guided visits led by expert Tanja Bladt‑Cohen.
Tours include a two‑week Self‑Guided Tour unlocked by phone for flexible group exploration, the Hidden Gems Tour visiting sites such as the Artist's Resistance Monument and the Portuguese Synagogue, and focused walking tours that explore Women's History, Jewish History, and LGBTQ+ History. Many walking experiences run rain or shine; several exclusive options add wheelchair accessibility and private customization. A Customized Private Tour lets visitors tailor routes and themes to specific interests.
Badass Tours emphasizes accuracy and accessibility. The company highlights verifiable historical sites across Amsterdam's historic center and integrates context about four centuries of Jewish presence, local LGBTQ+ landmarks including early drag venues, and stories of influential women and BIPOC figures. The Shifting the Frame Rijksmuseum tour reframes canonical collections to include female, LGBTQ+, Jewish, and BIPOC artists, led by a named expert.
Practical booking features include phone-unlocked self-guides, private reservations, and small-group walking formats. These options make Badass Tours suitable for solo travelers, groups, and visitors seeking themed, educational experiences. Bookings are offered online, via partners, for private events, small groups, solo travelers, and educational visits too.
Location
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Historic center tours
Self-Guides
2-week access
Phone-unlocked for group flexibility
Expert Guide
Tanja Bladt-Cohen
Leads Rijksmuseum guided tours
Tours Offered
17 Experiences
Self-guided, walking, museum, private
Choose self-guided, guided, or custom private tours — flexible bookings, wheelchair-accessible options, and expert-led Rijksmuseum tours available.
Wear comfortable shoes
Expect cobblestone streets and standing during demonstrations; closed-toe walking shoes help you stay comfortable for 3.5 hours.
Bring photo etiquette
Photography rules vary inside the factory—ask the guide before shooting and put phones away during sensitive demonstrations.
Carry ID or passport
Bring ID if you plan to purchase jewelry or for any security checks at the factory.
Book VIP access early
VIP factory slots are limited; reserve in advance through the booking link to secure the Gassan visit and champagne toast.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support for cobbles and standing during demonstrations.
Light rain jacket
Amsterdam weather changes quickly—stay dry between sites.
spring
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the walk portions; refill at cafes.
summer
Passport or ID
Required for purchases and sometimes requested for security at factories.