It was a wonderful excursion. Amna is an extraordinary guide who showed us the landscapes and typical villages of Hollan...
Nicola
Step back in time as you head to the serene Dutch countryside for a taste of its windmills, dams, and medieval towns. A must if you're in Amsterdam!
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
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Nicola
FranceIt was a wonderful excursion. Amna is an extraordinary guide who showed us the landscapes and typical villages of Holland, as well as its detailed his...
Auréliane
FranceOur guide Amna was pleasant and full of information and advice. We had a wonderful day and discovered the Dutch countryside. The meeting point was eas...
Frédérique
Lyon, FranceA wonderful day with delightful stops in these very typical, peaceful, and beautifully preserved locations. Our guide, Béa, was energetic and her insi...
Nayeli
MexicoI really enjoyed it! Dani told us many interesting things about the history of the Netherlands. I think we had just the right amount of time at each p...
Esther Fernandez
New York, United StatesThe activity was great! Bea and Fati were excellent. Bea was very informative and attentive. Fati is a great driver. We would repeat the tour wit...
Danielle
Madrid, SpainToday’s activity was wonderful we discovered a bunch of different cities that we would’ve never discovered if we hadn’t done this tour. We’re also luc...
Emmanuel Roussel
Evreux, FranceExcellent day. The program was packed and very interesting. The entertainment and explanations from our guide Amna were also very good. We highly reco...
Belem
Charlotte, Nc, United StatesExcellent tour. But your timings are off at the cool places. My group rather have more time and enjoy the windmills than 2 hours to eat at the hot V...
Amy
United StatesDiana and Rodrigo were awesome!
Sheryl
Savannah, United StatesOur guide was outstanding. He was informative and interesting. The stops on the tour exceeded expectations with sufficient time at each location. H...
Step back in time as you head to the serene Dutch countryside for a taste of its windmills, dams, and medieval towns. A must if you're in Amsterdam!
During the booking process, you can choose between two options. Both tours begin in the center of Amsterdam and include an English-speaking guide.
Please read the details of each tour below:
The tour meets at the indicated time in the center of Amsterdam, where we'll board our bus on the way to visit the famous windmills of Zaanse Schans and the Westerland: the famous image of traditional Holland!
Zaanse Schans comes first, a town known for its windmills – the lasting mark left by the industry that drove the region in the 17th and 18th centuries. These windmills were used to produce oil, paint, mustard, and paper, among other goods, and you’ll have the opportunity to visit some of them to see how they work.
The area is also home to one of the country's most iconic products: clogs! On the tour, you'll also visit a workshop which still makes this traditional footwear – much appreciated by peasants and workers in the Middle Ages, and still worn by some even to this day.
Then, it's on to the town of Edam. This town is famous around the world for its cheese, but in the Middle Ages, it was one of Europe's most important ports. Here, we'll visit a dairy farm and try its star product for ourselves.
And then, we'll move on to Volendam, which, despite its rural charm, is known as one of the most vibrant cities in the north of Holland. Here, you can explore its picturesque streets and famous fishing port. You'll also have some free time here to grab a bite to eat and continue exploring on your own.
Next up? Marken, a rural fishing village unique for its location as a peninsula (almost an island!) jutting out into the bay near Amsterdam. Its greenery blends into the traditional wooden houses painted the same color, and it preserves its traditional atmosphere, giving you the feeling of stepping back into Holland's history.
Finally, we start our return journey, arriving back in Amsterdam 6 to 8 hours after departure.
If you choose this option, you'll enjoy everything from the previously described itinerary, plus two experiences that bring Dutch traditions to life. In Zaanse Schans, you'll visit a working windmill to discover how these structures powered Holland's past. After exploring Volendam, instead of traveling by road, you'll enjoy a boat ride to Marken on board the Volendam Marken Express. You'll take in the beautiful views of the coastline on the water routes that once connected fishing villages in the past. It's the most authentic way to experience traditional Holland!
Please note that the itinerary order may vary. The location of the cheese factory may be in Volendam instead of Edam, and the shoe factory may be in Marken instead of Zaanse Schans, depending on availability.
From April 13 to May 18, due to roadwork and difficulty entering Marken, we will not enter the island. During these dates, we will not visit Marken, and we'll spend more time in Zaanse Schans, Edam, and Volendam. The tour will still last 8 hours.
If you have other questions, contact us
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Nicola
FranceIt was a wonderful excursion. Amna is an extraordinary guide who showed us the landscapes and typical villages of Holland, as well as its detailed his...
Auréliane
FranceOur guide Amna was pleasant and full of information and advice. We had a wonderful day and discovered the Dutch countryside. The meeting point was eas...
Frédérique
Lyon, FranceA wonderful day with delightful stops in these very typical, peaceful, and beautifully preserved locations. Our guide, Béa, was energetic and her insi...
Nayeli
MexicoI really enjoyed it! Dani told us many interesting things about the history of the Netherlands. I think we had just the right amount of time at each p...
Esther Fernandez
New York, United StatesThe activity was great! Bea and Fati were excellent. Bea was very informative and attentive. Fati is a great driver. We would repeat the tour wit...
Danielle
Madrid, SpainToday’s activity was wonderful we discovered a bunch of different cities that we would’ve never discovered if we hadn’t done this tour. We’re also luc...
Emmanuel Roussel
Evreux, FranceExcellent day. The program was packed and very interesting. The entertainment and explanations from our guide Amna were also very good. We highly reco...
Belem
Charlotte, Nc, United StatesExcellent tour. But your timings are off at the cool places. My group rather have more time and enjoy the windmills than 2 hours to eat at the hot V...
Amy
United StatesDiana and Rodrigo were awesome!
Sheryl
Savannah, United StatesOur guide was outstanding. He was informative and interesting. The stops on the tour exceeded expectations with sufficient time at each location. H...
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