Amsterdam: Giethoorn, Zaandam & Zaanse Schans Tour w/ Pickup
Zaanse Schans, Amsterdam
Guided tour with hotel pickup service: navigate a small electric boat with a small group in 'Dutch Venice' Giethoorn, visit 'Lego City' Zaandam, explore windmills, cheese and clogs in Zaanse Schans.
Overview
This small-group tour from Amsterdam covers three top Dutch attractions: Zaandam, Zaanse Schans, and Giethoorn, suitable for travelers seeking authentic local experiences in one day.
Highlights
- Hotel pickup for a hassle-free start
- Small open electric boat cruise in Giethoorn
- Photo stop at the iconic Zaandam “Lego Hotel”
- Visit three unique Dutch attractions: Zaandam, Giethoorn & Zaanse Schans
- Experience authentic villages, windmills, cheese farms, and clogs
Description
Begin your tour in Zaandam, known as the Dutch “Lego City,” where you can photograph the distinctive Lego Hotel in the city centre. Then explore Zaanse Schans, an open-air museum recognized as a Dutch national heritage site.
At Zaanse Schans, participate in a cheese farm demonstration with tasting, try traditional wooden shoes at the clog museum, and watch a live clog-making demonstration. You will also visit a Dutch diamond factory to learn about the country’s renowned craftsmanship in diamond cutting.
Next, travel to Giethoorn, a fairy-tale village reachable by 1.5-hour drive passing Flevoland and the IJsselmeer. In Giethoorn, enjoy a guided small electric boat ride through canals bordered by wooden arch bridges and centuries-old thatched-roof houses. After the boat cruise, you’ll have free time to walk along scenic pathways and take photos.
Return to Amsterdam in the evening with some free time to relax. This tour offers a comprehensive introduction to Dutch culture, combining historic windmills, cheese farms, traditional clogs, scenic canals, charming villages, and unique architecture.
Includes
- Hotel pickup (contact tour operator to arrange) or meet at DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
- Professional guide throughout the tour
- Guided tours in Zaanse Schans and photo stop at the Inntel Hotel
- Guided tours in wooden shoe factory with demonstration
- Guided tour in cheese factory with demonstration
- Guided tour in Giethoorn
- Tour coach or Mercedes minivan transportation
- One-hour guided boat trip on a small electric Whisper Boat (self-driving experience)
Excludes
- Entrance fees for attractions not specified in the description
- Gratuities (optional)
- Lunch
Important Information
- This tour operates rain or shine.
- Children under 12 require car seats; please contact the tour operator to arrange.
- Bring warm and waterproof clothing due to unpredictable weather conditions.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
