Top Experiences in Volendam

Zaanse Schans, Volendam, Edam, and Marken Day Trip from Amsterdam The Zaanse Schans, Volendam, Edam, and Marken day trip from Amsterdam is the perfect way to explore some of the Netherlands’ most beautiful towns in a single day.

1. Start your day at the Zaanse Schans, a beautiful open-air museum featuring 18th-century windmills, historic wooden houses, and traditional Dutch craftsmanship. You can explore the village and learn about its unique history, or take a boat tour along the Zaan River.
2. Head to Volendam, a picturesque fishing village known for its colorful harborfront, vibrant cafés, and traditional Dutch eateries.
3. Drive to Edam, another picturesque Dutch town renowned for its cheese. Explore the narrow streets, shop for souvenirs, or simply relax in one of the cozy cafes.
4. Spend some time in Marken, a small island with old wooden houses, stunning views of the surrounding water, enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of this peaceful place before heading back to Amsterdam.

You will go on a private day trip by train to Marken & Volendam. If you're visiting Marken, you can't miss the little wooden houses. Until the 17th century, residents built their homes on 'werven', artificially built hills. In this way, they prevented damage from floods. Our fun and entertaining guide will make this a memorable experience for you. It is one of the best experiences to immerse yourself into the dutch culture and to fall in love with Holland even more.

Get to know Volendam in a unique and affordable way. We offer a self-guided tour, via our online App. You play a fun, family-friendly game. Answer questions about the locations and do search assignments. All on your smartphone. Log in on our free city game app and enjoy the city.

Not a 'boring' guide, but you decide when to start, stop or pause. Use GPS to find the nicest squares, streets, and monuments. Get the most interesting facts about the city. Discover Volendam with our unique city game app.

Instructions for starting the tour will be given after booking. You can do this tour anytime you choose.

Safety comes first! Before we send you off on your way, we will make sure you have exactly the right vehicle for your comfort, whether it be a bike or electric vehicle. If you feel you need to bike with a helmet, just let us know and we will make sure you have one. Our expert staff will make sure you know how to work your chosen vehicle and let you ride on it first to make sure you are comfortable with it and know how it works. We have various routes to choose from where you can easily go off on your own. Just scan the code and the route will open in Googlemaps. (Make sure your maps are set to bike and not car for routes). Thousands of people have done this, and, we haven’t lost one person yet. If you prefer a guided tour instead, we can arrange that as well. (Guide requests must be made well in advance).

Book with me and you get a 5-star private experience, because I'm an experienced and knowledgeable guide. With me you visit places where the big groups cannot get. I never rush you. With me you drive via the most beautiful small roads with a beautiful scenery.

I have a broad interest and I can tell you about Dutch history, mills, polders, cheese, agriculture, economy, museums, monuments, politics, religion, our Golden Age, dikes, pumping stations, etc.

I use my own car (Mercedes E-type). I can explain very well the connection between the mills, the Dutch Masters, the beautiful houses in Amsterdam and Dutch history.

Embark on a luxurious 3 to 4-hour private trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans in a deluxe Mercedes Minivan accompanied by a professional driver. Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of the Zaan region, characterized by its iconic wooden windmills, charming villages, and sprawling meadows.

In addition to the allure of Zaanse Schans, your private tour also includes a visit to the captivating town of Volendam. Marvel at the old-world charm of its sea dike, adorned with colorful houses, cozy cafes, and inviting restaurants.

Highlights of your 4-hour private tour to Zaanse Schans and Volendam from Amsterdam include admiring the iconic wooden windmills, soaking in the scenic beauty of the Zaan region, exploring the charming streets and bridges of Zaanse Schans, witnessing a cheese-making demonstration, and experiencing the traditional craft of clog making firsthand.

Fishing village Volendam, Cheese city Edam, authentic Monnickendam and peninsula Marken with it's famous lighthouse.

Avoid mass tourism and come with me for a private tour. I am your private driver and private guide. I know how to avoid the hectic and get the best out of this tour (famous by tourists).

Visit a cheesemuseum, a clogs factory, make a photo in traditional Dutch (fisherman) clothes, eat the best of the best fish (where you'll only see locals!) and see stunning landscape views.

I am your private guide and also your driver, well mannered and well educated.  

I am fluent in English, speak some German, Spanish and Portugese.

Experience Holland with Holland Windmills, our small and local tour company. We are born and raised here and love to show you the best places during your holiday in Holland. We also love telling you stories about Holland!

See famous windmills, taste cheese, try wooden shoes and walk through scenic villages. We know the best sights, what to visit and where to eat. Let us take you places where the crowds don't go and explore Holland at your own pace.

Cheaper than a taxi, better than a big group tour and a lot more comfortable than organizing everything on your own. Ideal for couples, families and friends!

Enjoy a half day Sightseeing tour to the windmills, the countryside, a local cheese and clogs factory and Volendam.
You will visit a unique Dutch park called the Zaanse Schans not far from Amsterdam. Here are the most special windmills of The Netherlands such as the paint windmill, the sawmill, spices mill and peanut oil.
Thereafter you will see how we make the original Dutch clogs and there is a possibility to buy clogs/wooden shoes and souvenirs.
The second stop will be at the Henri Willig farm where they will teach you how they treat their cows and there is a possibility to see how they milk the cows and you can see and touch the baby cows. Thereafter it is time to taste more than 30 types of very nice Dutch cheese for free!
At last you will visit Volendam where you can lunch in one of the best fish restaurants in town, buy some very nice Dutch waffles or enjoy the nice Harbor of Volendam.
Duration of the tour will be approx. 5 hours and the pick up and drop off is in Amsterdam.

Immerse yourself in Dutch culture, history, and cuisine on a private 6-hour countryside tour.

Comfortable and swift transportation takes you from the tourist crowds of Amsterdam and into the heart of Holland.

Enjoy engaging commentary from your guide as you taste local cheese, stroll past windmills, and try on wooden shoes.

Tour highlights include Zaanse Schans, the fishing village of Marken, Volendam, and more.

Get the personalized experience of a private tour Discover Holland through the eyes of a local Relax in all-inclusive private transportation Take a break from the busy streets of Amsterdam

Safety comes first! Before we send you off on your way, we will make sure you have exactly the right vehicle for your comfort, whether it be a bike or electric vehicle. If you feel you need to bike with a helmet, just let us know and we will make sure you have one. Our expert staff will make sure you know how to work your chosen vehicle and let you ride on it first to make sure you are comfortable with it and know how it works. We have various routes to choose from where you can easily go off on your own. Just scan the code and the route will open in Googlemaps. (Make sure your maps are set to bike and not car for routes). Thousands of people have done this, and, we haven’t lost one person yet. If you prefer a guided tour instead, we can arrange that as well. (Guide requests must be made well in advance).

Discover most interesting UNESCO listed sights of Belgium and Netherlands during this 7-Day Private Experience st up for 4 to 6 people. 11 Excursions included. The tour starts and ends in Brussels.
You will enjoy: walking tour in Brussels, day trip to Ghent and Bruges — two medieval cities of Flanders, short visit of Antwerp — the heart of ancient Flanders, walking tour of the historical centre of Amsterdam with the visit to the Diamond factory and a Cruise on the canals of Amsterdam, short visit of the city of Delft - a popular medieval city, visit of the ethnographic open air park Zaanse Schans and Volendam. Visit of Giethoorn is included as well.
Attn. This trip can be organised starting in Paris, ending in Paris or in Amsterdam without any surcharge.

Avoid the inconvenience of renting a car and maneuvering through unfamiliar country roads. With a personal driver/host , your tour becomes effortlessly smooth and stress-free.

Be Dutch for a day! A day full of windmills, cheese and traditional wooden clogs.

Covered with water, cows grazing the fresh grasses, colourful flowers and green-timbered houses, Zaanse Schans is home to what some call the Eighth Wonder of the World: the historic 18th-century windmills.

Everybody knows about cheese, but few know how it’s produced. Your private driver/host will take you to the place where the magic happens, where the Dutch dairy gold is crafted. You will visit a local cheese factory in the picturesque fisherman village of Volendam, where you will be taught about the cheese-making craft and enjoy a delicious cheese tasting.

With windmills and cheese on board, it’s unthinkable to skip the traditional wooden clogs in this tour.

Cities are like snowflakes: every one of them is unique even if they are from the same country. If you are in Amsterdam and want to discover other cities nearby, the locals recommend going to Volendam & Marken!

In just one day you’ll visit Volendam & Marken where you can check out highlights such as the Volendam Museum, Hotel Spaander and Original House of Marken from a local perspective.

Thanks to your local guide you’ll get a better understanding of the history, culture and traditions of Volendam & Marken. Give yourself the gift of seeing more of the Netherlands and its cultural gems that have plenty of stories to tell.

Withlocals Neighboring City Private Day Trip™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn fair fees. We support local economies by offering local products and prevent overtourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

A full-day tour exploring the countryside of The Netherlands. Designed by passionate travel professionals, our goal is to showcase the real charm of the country. Fully private, we will pick you up from the hotel in a comfortable car. We will explore Zaanse Schans famous for its windmills, Volendam a former fishing village, and Marken a beautiful Island. We don't stop with just these 3. Our tours are flexible and we will take you to a few other small towns and villages that are known for their monumental buildings and historic significance.

If this is your first visit to Holland, this tour would be a great start. Experience the best of Holland in just one day. You'll get to explore the Zaanse schans a preservation village with a variety of historical houses, warehouses, and working industrial windmills. It feels like you’re traveling back in time! You will experience how life was between the 18th and 19th centuries, make your own hot chocolate from local produced coco powder, witness clogs being made, visit a working windmill, see dikes and explore the charming fishing village of Volendam. As both of us grew up in and around windmills, we know everything about them. It's in our family genes. The windmillgirls have great stories that we would love to share with you! What more could you want than to be guided by a miller's daughter and granddaughter?! Let us take you to the most scenic windmill places, picturesque villages, and the best cheese shop to taste Gouda and Edam cheese in 30 different flavors!

Enjoy a day trip of sightseeing from Amsterdam to the windmills in Zaanse Schans, a cheese factory, a clogs factory and Volendam. Experience Dutch culture while visitiing important landmarks.

We'll go off the beaten paths and visit the most stunning small villages and hamlets. We'll stop for a little while 10 minutes at a clogs factory and cheese farm (only if you want).This is not a gift shop visit! Private airconditioned comfy car with private guide. Everybody loves this tour! Breathtaking!

Our first stop on this tour is the heritage sight Zaanse Schans, a picturesque village with wooden windmills and charming green wooden houses from the 18th and 19th century lining the water, 25 minutes from Amsterdam. Explore the windmill village lining the water, learn how clogs are made, taste some cheese, and enter a working windmill.

After this, we will continue to the fishing village Volendam at lake Markermeer, where you can see the traditional fishing boats and the folklorist costumes of the Volendam people. Here you can have a stroll in the village, shop for souvenirs or eat a delicious fish lunch. Also, there are a few museums worth a visit.

From Volendam you can take a boat to the former island village of Marken, connected since 1957 to the mainland by a causeway. This peaceful fishing village in lake Markermeer is famous for its wooden greenhouses built on stilts, its typical drawbridges, and the traditional life of the (former) islanders.

You guide is a real born and raised Amsterdam guy who is going to teach you a lot about the Netherlands and it's fantastic history. Your guide is someone who is streetwise too so the mix of Dutch (history) knowledge and the real life nice to knows, will guarantee that there 'll never be a dull moment. Check my reviews now>> For groups 5-8 people, send me a text in advance pls for the price.

During this private tour of the idyllic countryside in the north of Holland, we drive through and visit quaint little villages, where it feels as though you are traveling back in time. We make stopovers in less touristy gems, such as De Rijp, Driehuis, Broek in Waterland and the famous fishermen’s village Volendam. We will visit a windmill from the 17th century that was responsible for regaining land. As both of us grew up in and around windmills, we know everything about them. It's in our family genes. The windmillgirls have great stories that we would love to share with you! What more could you want than to be guided by a miller's daughter and granddaughter?! Let us take you to the most scenic windmill places, picturesque villages, and the best cheese farm to taste Gouda cheese in 30 different flavors!

In your private luxury Jaguar S Type (car) we'll go off the beaten paths. You'll see the real Dutch landscape, country side, rural area, picturesque hamlets, dairy farms, small authentic riverbridges, cattle, dike(s), cheesefarm, clogsfactory, typical Dutch wooden houses, drink fresh unpasteurized milk straight from the farm and WW2 remains. More Dutch than this you are not gonna get it. This is the real Dutch experience. You won't regret! Breathtaking tour!

Guided VIP bicycle tours including full service & escort by two warm experienced & professional guides, operate guided bicycle tours in Tel Aviv, Israel since 2009​.

After 10 years of operating tours with love, passion and the best attention and care for all aspects, this 7 day tour in The Netherlands was created.

Exploring The Netherlands while comfortably biking on wonderful cycling paths among the lovely green nature around, discovering the unique Dutch culture and authentic places on the way as Traditional & Art Museums, local bakeries, farmer's booths, traditional wine & beer houses and so much more.

Our bikes are the best top of the line electric Dutch "Pedelec" bikes, equipped with professional added devices for your convenience.

The Netherlands is the ultimate destination for cycling thanks to its flat landscape, mild climate, short distances and wonderful infrastructure.

It's safe, easy and great fun!

*Free cancellation until 14 days before travel date.

The visit starts at the Zaanse Schans, where you can take pictures of real Dutch windmills that are still in use. Then we will drive to the Waterland area along the picturesque villages in this part of the country: Edam, Volendam and Marken. In Edam, we will walk along historical sights such as the square where the famous cheese market used to take place. Next, we visit a local cheese factory near Volendam, where the cheese master explains how Gouda and Edam are made. In the clog factory, you will discover the secrets of this typical Dutch footwear. Next, you will travel back in time to the 17th century, as we pass the cosy fishermen's cottages in Marken, the fishing harbour and the Protestant church.

Guided Day Trip to churning windmills in the Zaanse Schans, cheese weighing house in Edam and beautiful landscapes traditional fishing village of Volendam with Amsterdam Canal Cruise offers an unforgettable experience of traditional Dutch life.

Highlights:
1. From a central meeting point in Amsterdam, a short bus ride will take you to the windmill village Zaanse Schans.
2. Here you will see all that is typical Dutch in just a few hours. See the historic working windmills of Zaanse Schans on a guided tour, learn about cheese making, watch traditional craftsmen making clogs and other artifacts and view the wooden green painted houses and shops.
3. Explore beautiful village of Edam, it old streets, quiet canals and Cheese Market.
4. Stroll the twisting streets of Volendam, and feel the fishing village atmosphere
5. Take an hour excursion of Amsterdam canal cruise passes all of Amsterdam's famous attractions. Canal houses from the Golden Age, the Westerkerk and the Anne Frank House.

20 minutes drive from Amsterdam, you will find the Zaan region, Western Europe's oldest industrial area. In the past there used to be running more than 500 windmills here. Now a days, ten pairs of sails continue to turn in the historical village of Zaanse Schans. It's picturesque mills are still used for sawing wood and grinding flower, spices and oil. Exiting demonstrations accros the entire site will acquaint you with all kind of traditional Dutch crafts.

Besides the Windmills, The country side offers polders, water, wind, cheese, clogs and many other things that are typically Dutch. This day trip to the Dutch countryside and visits to the fishing villages Volendam and Marken is a must during your holidays in the Netherlands. Discover the region’s history at a fascinating museum, do a tasting at a cheese factory, visit an authentic Dutch bakery and much more and enjoy free time at the lovely fishing harbor on the Markermeer lake.

Leave Amsterdam behind for a few hours and discover the typical Dutch countryside outside the capital. You'll drive through a picture-perfect landscape crisscrossed with canals, see authentic wooden houses, windmills and fishing villages, and witness traditional crafts from days gone by.

The picturesque village of Zaanse Schans is famous for its original buildings, vividly capturing Dutch life in the 17th and 18th centuries. Much like the World Heritage Kinderdijk, this town is lined with classic Dutch Windmills.

Experience the old Dutch life in Volendam and Marken with an abundance of inside information from your guide. You'll see the historic shipyard and windmills. Visit a shoemaker who works with wood and watch his clog-making techniques first-hand!

Opt for the Charm of Holland tour option to experience the best of old Holland in a small group, with all of the all-in option inclusions plus lunch at a traditional Dutch fishing restaurant. This luxurious tour departs every Friday!

☑ Price includes return transfer from a central location.
☑ Qualified drivers with 20 years of experience.
☑ Comfortable and smooth ride.
☑ VIP Meet & Greet.
☑ Every single request will be dealt with individually.
☑ Available 24/7 in your service.
☑ The rates cover all taxes, tolls, and fees.
☑ Benefit from the personalized service of a private trip.

AWARD WINNING TOUR:

Get the full experience of all the Dutch countryside has to offer on this 5,5-hour, small 8 person tour from Amsterdam. Travel in comfort by luxury bus to the traditional fishing villages of Volendam, and stroll through the world-famous windmill village of Zaanse Schans. Visit a cheese factory for a tasting, stop at a restaurant for lunch, watch craftsmen make wooden shoes,. visit the village of Broek (the gem of Waterland) before relaxing on the ride back to Amsterdam. This experience has a minimum age of 4 years old.

Become acquainted with the Dutch countryside during this 8-hour day tour with your guide through the villages of Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken.

Marvel at the famed windmills of Zaanse Schans as you learn of their significance to the region. Visit a clog workshop where they will carve us live this typical shoe. Take a free time to photograph the impressive landscapes.

Visit Edam, a World Heritage Site and whose old town is one of the most beautiful in Holland. Enjoy in a cheese factory, where they will show us how cheese is made. This tour includes an extensive tasting.

Lose yourself amidst the striking wooden houses and a maze of narrow streets in Volendam, the former fishing village. Enjoy some free time to taste the local fish. The Volendam's cod and herring are delicious!

Then, travel to the old island of Marken enjoing the amazing views around you. This historic place remains well-preserved to this day.

Finally we will return to Amsterdam.

Join this full-day tour and explore Zaanse Schans and the charming Dutch countryside. Immerse yourself in the picturesque beauty of Zaanse Schans and its surroundings on our unforgettable group tour day trip. Get ready for a day filled with traditional windmills, historic wooden houses, and captivating cultural experiences.

Your guide will drive you to the countryside of the Netherlands to explore the Zaanse Schans, a must see when visiting the Netherlands. Explore these beautiful windmills and also see the original wooden houses, barns and shops.

Marvel at the iconic windmills that have become symbols of the Netherlands. Learn about their fascinating history and the vital role they played in the country's industrial development. Your guide will take you inside one of these windmills. You also get the option to visit a cheese-making factory and stroopwafel factory. Here you can see how the Dutch cheese and waffles are made.

The fishing village of Volendam is a completely different world, just a short ride from Amsterdam. The 22 thousand inhabitants of the village at the Markermeer have their own traditions, costumes, music, and dialect different from the rest of the Netherlands.

Explore the picturesque village with its centuries-old typical houses, have a delicious fish lunch in one of the excellent restaurants at the dike, learn about 'palingroken' and even the 'palingsound' in the Volendam Museum, and watch the fishing boats in the port. Visit a cheese factory and learn how clogs are made from one of the last remaining clogs makers. It is also possible to take the boat to the charming island village of Marken.

The fishing village of Volendam is a completely different world, just a short ride from Amsterdam. The 22 thousand inhabitants of the village at the Markermeer have their own traditions, costumes, music, and dialect different from the rest of the Netherlands.

Explore the picturesque village with its centuries-old typical houses, have a delicious fish lunch in one of the excellent restaurants at the dike, learn about 'palingroken' and even the 'palingsound' in the Volendam Museum, and watch the fishing boats in the port. Visit a cheese factory and learn how clogs are made from one of the last remaining clogs makers. It is also possible to take the boat to the charming island village of Marken.

Your car is a Luxury Jaguar S Type !
The combination of(into) flowerfields with Windmills and off the beaten tracks countryside will definetely make you fall in love with the beautiness of the authentic Dutch landscapes. Farming, cows, sheep, birds, nature, ditches, barns, dikes, authentic riverbridges, smiling happy people, hay stacks, thatched roof farms, cold fresh unpasteurized milk straight from the cow, etc . This is the real Dutch stuff.

Enjoy a half day Sightseeing tour to the windmills, the countryside, a local cheese and clogs factory and Volendam.
You will visit a unique Dutch park called the Zaanse Schans not far from Amsterdam. Here are the most special windmills of The Netherlands such as the paint windmill, the sawmill, spices mill and peanut oil.
Thereafter you will see how we make the original Dutch clogs and there is a possibility to buy clogs/wooden shoes and souvenirs.
The second stop will be at the Henri Willig farm where they will teach you how they treat their cows and there is a possibility to see how they milk the cows and you can see and touch the baby cows. Thereafter it is time to taste more than 30 types of very nice Dutch cheese for free!
At last you will visit Volendam where you can lunch in one of the best fish restaurants in town, buy some very nice Dutch waffles or enjoy the nice Harbor of Volendam.
Duration of the tour will be approx. 5 hours and the pick up and drop off is in Amsterdam.

Explore the Dutch country side with this private day trip to Zaanse Schans Windmills, Volendam and Marken. Get picked up at your hotel by your private guide that will drive you around in a comfortable vehicle.

After 30 minutes you will arrive at Zaanse Schans where you explore the Dutch countryside and windmills. Your private guide will tell you about the area and you have entrance to various windmills. See the inside of a Dutch windmill and explore the many traditional wooden houses, barns and shops. Your private guide will also bring you to a Dutch cheese farm to taste cheeses and a traditional Dutch waffle factory.

From Zaanse Schans your private guide will drive you to Volendam and Marken. These traditional fishing villages are known for its green timbered houses and harbor. Your private guide will tell you about the interesting history of these villages and show you around. From here your guide will drive you back to the hotel.

Your experience begins with convenient pickup from your Amsterdam accommodation, where you'll be greeted by your private vehicle for a personalized journey.

Our first stop takes you to the iconic Zaanse Schans, where you'll be captivated by the picturesque windmills that epitomize traditional Dutch life. Next, delve into the heart of Dutch culture as we visit a genuine farm featuring cows, offering an immersive experience in the art of Gouda cheese-making. Indulge in tasting a variety of delicious Dutch cheeses while witnessing the intricate process firsthand. Additionally, weather permitting, you'll have the chance to observe the cows grazing in the lush pastures or standing in the barn, where you can marvel at the innovative milking robot in action.

Continuing our journey, we venture to the charming fishing village of Volendam. Enjoy a leisurely exploration of this quaint village, renowned for its picturesque harbor and authentic Dutch atmosphere.

Looking for a nice private tour from Amsterdam? Enjoy a 6-hour day tour of the most beautiful places in the Netherlands, such as windmills, tulips, small villages and the countryside.
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Experience Dutch countryside highlights on a beautiful cheese, clogs, flowers and windmills tour. Sample authentic Dutch cheese on a traditional farm, explore the beautiful Keukenhof gardens and discover the typical Dutch windmills.

Experience the charming Dutch countryside and immerse yourself in the picturesque beauty of Zaanse Schans and its surroundings on our unforgettable group tour day trip. Get ready for a day filled with traditional windmills, historic wooden houses, and captivating cultural experiences.

First, you will arrive at Zaanse Schans where you explore the Dutch countryside and windmills. Your guide will tell you about the area and you have entrance to various windmills. See the inside of a Dutch windmill and explore the many traditional wooden houses, barns and shops.

From Zaanse Schans your guide will drive you to Volendam and Marken. These traditional fishing villages are known for its green timbered houses and harbor.

Throughout the tour, your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating stories and insights, enriching your experience and providing a deeper understanding of the region's history and culture.

Enjoy a half day Sightseeing tour to the windmills, the countryside, a local cheese and clogs factory and Volendam.
You will visit a unique Dutch park called the Zaanse Schans not far from Amsterdam. Here are the most special windmills of The Netherlands such as the paint windmill, the sawmill, spices mill and peanut oil.
Thereafter you will see how we make the original Dutch clogs and there is a possibility to buy clogs/wooden shoes and souvenirs.
The second stop will be at the Henri Willig farm where they will teach you how they treat their cows and there is a possibility to see how they milk the cows and you can see and touch the baby cows. Thereafter it is time to taste more than 30 types of very nice Dutch cheese for free!
At last you will visit Volendam where you can lunch in one of the best fish restaurants in town, buy some very nice Dutch waffles or enjoy the nice Harbor of Volendam.
Duration of the tour will be approx. 5 hours and the pick up and drop off is in Amsterdam.

Enjoy a sightseeing tour to the windmills, the countryside, a local cheese and clogs factory, Volendam and Marken.
You will visit a unique Dutch park called the Zaanse Schans not far from Amsterdam. Here are the most special windmills of The Netherlands such as the paint windmill, the sawmill, spices mill and peanut oil.
Thereafter you will see how we make the original Dutch clogs and there is a possibility to buy clogs/wooden shoes and souvenirs.
The second stop will be at the Henri Willig farm where they will teach you how they treat their cows and there is a possibility to see how they milk the cows and you can see and touch the baby cows. Thereafter it is time to taste more than 30 types of very nice Dutch cheese for free! Your next stop will be Volendam and Marken where you can lunch in one of the best fish restaurants in town, buy some very nice Dutch waffles or enjoy the nice Harbor of Volendam.
Duration of the tour will be 6.5 hours, pick up and drop off is in Amsterdam

Want to discover the Dutch countryside? Visit the windmills at Zaanse Schans, tickle your tastebuds with a local cheeses as well as a cheese making and tasting demonstration in Volendam, go on a walking tour through Edam, take a scenic boat trip to the picturesque fishing village of Marken and see how clogs are made.

Highlights
• Wander among the windmills at Zaanse Schans
• Learn how cheese is made at the Cheese Factory Volendam
• Go on a walking tour through Edam
• Unique to the All-inclusive Tour: sail across the IJsselmeer
• See how wooden shoes are made with an antique steam engine (all-in option)
• Visit an authentic Marker house (all-in option)

Immerse yourself in Dutch culture, history, and cuisine on a private countryside tour. Enjoy engaging commentary from your guide as you taste local cheese, stroll past windmills, and try on wooden shoes. Tour highlights include Zaanse Schans, the fishing village of Durdedam, Volendam, Edam, and more.
* Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
* Plenty of free time for exploring on your own.
* Easy, comfortable and relaxed.
* Perfect for all members of the family!

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Please note: Some activities will require advanced reservation. check the Go City app and guidebook for instructions before you visit.

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Enjoy a Super Saver tour that combines the best of the Dutch countryside – windmills, fishing villages and flowering tulips – all in one day!

With your guide, visit a clog maker in the windmill town of Zaanse Schans, and take a boat ride to the quaint fishing villages of Volendam and Marken to see cheese made the traditional way.

To top it off you will enjoy a leisurely stroll through Keukenhof Gardens, where the beautiful seasonal displays of springtime bulbs will take your breath away. You will have the opportunity to explore this wonderful park at your own leisure.

This 10-hour day trip takes you from Amsterdam's lively city centre to the beautiful countryside outside the city. The order of the tour may differ.

Are you tired of city noise and a fast-paced lifestyle? Then we would highly recommend you to visit this tour on one of your first days in the Netherlands!

We believe, that blooming gardens, old wooden houses, cozy green alleys, and fabulous apple pie served for lunch on the banks of a canal overgrown with apple trees and hydrangeas are one of the best medicines against urban bustle!

We will meet at the Amsterdam Centraal Station, from where we will take a bus to ride to those fabulous towns - Edam and Volendam. The travel time takes no more than 20 minutes.
Strolling along incredibly beautiful streets with a view of canals, infinite fields with wooden houses, farms, and wild swans.

More tours(food, history, street art, architecture, modern art, museums, small towns, countryside, by bikes, ships, balloons, photo tours) in the Netherlands on Snurk.Travel.

Discover the essence of Dutch charm with our private tour to Zaanse Schans, Zaandam, Volendam, and Marken. This unique journey combines multiple scenic destinations, offering a diverse cultural experience. Enjoy the complimentary visit to a windmill in Zaanse Schans, immersing yourself in Dutch heritage.

From exploring iconic windmills to witnessing traditional fishing villages, this tour promises an unforgettable adventure through the captivating landscapes of the Netherlands. With our expert guide, personalized attention, and a seamless itinerary, this tour is the perfect way to create lasting memories and embrace the beauty of Dutch culture.

You'll travel in utmost comfort and style in our luxury Mercedes Van, allowing you to relax and enjoy the scenic landscapes as you move seamlessly between destinations. With the flexibility of a private tour, you can customize your itinerary and spend more time at the attractions that interest you most.

We welcome you to Volendam Lake cruise over the 'Gouwzee', the lake between Volendam and the peninsula Marken.

We organise an 50 minute exclusive, cultural-historical cruises on the Gouwzee in Volendam. While you sip on your free drink during the cruise, our local skipper will enlighten you with the rich history of Volendam and its surrounding fishing villages on the IJsselmeer coast. Make this fascinating time travel through the past with us and step on board!

Enjoy a half day Sightseeing tour to the windmills, the countryside, a local cheese and clogs factory and Volendam.
You will visit a unique Dutch park called the Zaanse Schans not far from Amsterdam. Here are the most special windmills of The Netherlands such as the paint windmill, the sawmill, spices mill and peanut oil.
Thereafter you will see how we make the original Dutch clogs and there is a possibility to buy clogs/wooden shoes and souvenirs.
The second stop will be at the Henri Willig farm where they will teach you how they treat their cows and there is a possibility to see how they milk the cows and you can see and touch the baby cows. Thereafter it is time to taste more than 30 types of very nice Dutch cheese for free!
At last you will visit Volendam where you can lunch in one of the best fish restaurants in town, buy some very nice Dutch waffles or enjoy the nice Harbor of Volendam.
Duration of the tour will be approx. 5 hours and the pick up and drop off is in Amsterdam.

Visit four of the best places in the Netherlands on this 8-hour tour. Stop at Zaanse Schans to see the traditional windmills. Then visit the town of Edam and enjoy an extensive tasting of typical cheeses.
Continue to the city of Volendam to learn more about Dutch culture. In Volendam, take the time to stroll, shop or have lunch. Finally, visit Marken, an ancient island with amazing landscapes and a curious history and culture.

Enjoy a half day Sightseeing tour to the windmills, the countryside, a local cheese and clogs factory and Volendam.
You will visit a unique Dutch park called the Zaanse Schans not far from Amsterdam. Here are the most special windmills of The Netherlands such as the paint windmill, the sawmill, spices mill and peanut oil.
Thereafter you will see how we make the original Dutch clogs and there is a possibility to buy clogs/wooden shoes and souvenirs.
The second stop will be at the Henri Willig farm where they will teach you how they treat their cows and there is a possibility to see how they milk the cows and you can see and touch the baby cows. Thereafter it is time to taste more than 30 types of very nice Dutch cheese for free!
At last you will visit Volendam where you can lunch in one of the best fish restaurants in town, buy some very nice Dutch waffles or enjoy the nice Harbor of Volendam.
Duration of the tour will be approx. 5 hours and the pick up and drop off is in Amsterdam.

Enjoy a half day Sightseeing tour to the windmills, the countryside, a local cheese and clogs factory and Volendam.
You will visit a unique Dutch park called the Zaanse Schans not far from Amsterdam. Here are the most special windmills of The Netherlands such as the paint windmill, the sawmill, spices mill and peanut oil.
Thereafter you will see how we make the original Dutch clogs and there is a possibility to buy clogs/wooden shoes and souvenirs.
The second stop will be at the Henri Willig farm where they will teach you how they treat their cows and there is a possibility to see how they milk the cows and you can see and touch the baby cows. Thereafter it is time to taste more than 30 types of very nice Dutch cheese for free!
At last you will visit Volendam where you can lunch in one of the best fish restaurants in town, buy some very nice Dutch waffles or enjoy the nice Harbor of Volendam.
Duration of the tour will be approx. 5 hours and the pick up and drop off is in Amsterdam.

In this 8-hour tour, you will see the charming historic towns of Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken. This tour includes a 30 minutes boat tour on the former Southern Sea!

See two working windmills from inside, cheese & clog makers and taste many cheeses. Learn about the history of the Dutch countryside and how the water management and windmills led to the Golden Age in the 17th century.

Walk through the fishing village Volendam and take a boat trip on the former Southern Sea to the beautiful historic village Marken.

This private tour guarantees a hands-on, personalized and tailer-made experience.

Avoid the inconvenience of renting a car and maneuvering through unfamiliar country roads. With a personal driver/host , your tour becomes effortlessly smooth and stress-free.

Be Dutch for a day! A day full of windmills, cheese and traditional wooden clogs.

Covered with water, cows grazing the fresh grasses, colourful flowers and green-timbered houses, Zaanse Schans is home to what some call the Eighth Wonder of the World: the historic 18th-century windmills.

Everybody knows about cheese, but few know how it’s produced. Your private driver/host will take you to the place where the magic happens, where the Dutch dairy gold is crafted. You will visit a local cheese factory in the picturesque fisherman village of Volendam, where you will be taught about the cheese-making craft and enjoy a delicious cheese tasting.

With windmills and cheese on board, it’s unthinkable to skip the traditional wooden clogs in this tour.