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Is this realistic itinerary for 3/21-3/30 trip?

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We will be based in Rotterdam for husbands work and I will be on my own on weekdays. I am not huge museum fan so have not planned a lot of time in AMS. I like to take lots of pictures, try new foods, see pretty old buildings, and maybe some history learned on a walking tour.

March 21 - fly in/train to Rotterdam
March 22- jetlag day Gouda - 20 min train Cheese experience & Rotterdam
March 23 -1.5 hr train to Ghent Belgium - Chocolate tour & sightseeing
March 24 - watertaxi to Kinderdijk and The Hague
March 25 - 40 min train Utrecht/Castle DeHaar
March 26 - 30 min train Delft
March 27 - Gorinchem 50 min train or Dordrecht 20 min train
March 28 - Keukenhof Gardens tulips 1.5 hrs train
and bus - need tickets
March 29 -35 min train Amsterdam/30 min train from AMS Zaanse Schans
March 30 - Haarlem 30 min from AMS 1 hr from Rott
March 31- fly home

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https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/trip-reports/the-netherlands-belgium-april-2024-brought-the-rain-pants-needed-the-rain-pants

Above is my Trip Report from spring, 2024. I'm jealous, and want to return.
My only comment is that you need a slow down day in the middle somewhere, but not sure what to suggest cutting. For me, after a week of day tripping, I need a break. Also, the weather is very fickle this time of year, so you need some flexibility. In addition, the wind is quite strong in the spring. Umbrellas take a beating. A raincoat with a snug hood is invaluable.
Keukenhof and Kinderdijk are incredible, and were the highlights of our trip, but obviously are much more enjoyable when it's not raining.
I prefer Brugge to Ghent, but that's personal.
Have a great trip. Safe travels.

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“ I am not huge museum fan so have not planned a lot of time in AMS”

I’m not sure I understand this reasoning. Amsterdam has so much more to offer than museums. In fact, for many people its main attraction is the old buildings, the beautiful canals, the new foods at the Albert Cuyp market etc etc. As much as I like a city like Dordrecht or Gorinchem, given your interests it makes little sense to visit them and skip Amsterdam.

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