Amsterdam: Countryside Bike Tour and Zaanse Schans Windmills
Zaanse Schans, Amsterdam
Explore the countryside around Amsterdam by bike and enjoy a real Dutch experience on this 5.5-hour tour. Visit 17th-century windmills, learn how they made the paper for the US Declaration of Independence, visit a clog maker, and try Gouda cheese.
Half-Day Bicycle Tour to Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam
This half-day bicycle tour from Amsterdam suits small groups looking to explore Dutch culture and landscapes at a leisurely pace.
Highlights
- Cycle in a small group at a relaxed speed
- Visit windmills outside typical tourist areas
- See wetlands famously painted by Monet
Description
Meet your guide at Amsterdam Central Station, then take a train to Zaandam to begin the bicycle tour. Cycle through the area, passing industrial windmills and scenic landscapes.
Stop at a sawmill to learn its operation and visit a paper mill to see 17th-century paper-making techniques. Pedal through wetlands depicted by Monet in the late 19th century and pass Domineestuin, a neighborhood with authentic wooden houses, before reaching Zaanse Schans.
Park your bike to watch a clog-making demonstration and taste Gouda cheese, a local specialty. After the tour, cycle back to Zaandam and take the train to Amsterdam Central Station where the tour concludes.
Includes
- Bicycle tour with guide
- Return train ticket from Amsterdam Centraal to Zaandam
- Entrance to one windmill
Excludes
- Food and drinks
Important Information
- Not recommended for people with limited mobility
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance and bring comfortable cycling clothes and weather-appropriate gear. The tour is best enjoyed during dry weather and daylight hours for optimal cycling conditions.
