Zaanse Schans Tour & Boat Ride, Volendam, Broek in Waterland
Zaanse Schans, Amsterdam
Explore Zaanse Schans windmills from the 18th and 19th centuries and go on a boat tour! Visit the picturesque and historical towns of Volendam & Broek in Waterland. Stop by a traditional cheese farm.
Overview
This full-day tour explores Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Broek in Waterland, ideal for families and culture enthusiasts interested in Dutch traditions.
Highlights
- Visit the iconic dike in Volendam with lakeside views
- Watch traditional wooden shoemaking at the Clog Museum
- Experience cheese making and sampling at a Dutch cheese farm
- Enter an operational windmill and see traditional milling at Zaanse Schans
- Enjoy a 25-minute boat tour with views of historic Zaanse Schans windmills
- Explore the picturesque town of Broek in Waterland
Description
Meet your guide at the designated location and travel to Zaanse Schans, an open-air museum featuring 18th and 19th-century wooden homes, shops, and working windmills.
Visit the Clog Museum to observe traditional craftsmanship and see wooden shoemakers at work. Sample a variety of cheeses made using time-honored methods at Simone Hoeve cheese farm, a popular spot for families.
Enter Het Jonge Schaap, an operational saw windmill, to witness wind-powered industry in action. Step onto the balcony to feel the wind's force and take in views of the surrounding countryside.
Take a 25-minute boat tour along the Zaan River, drifting past UNESCO-protected windmills, classic green wooden houses, and charming bridges that reflect the area's historical character.
Visit the iconic dike in Volendam to admire the lakeside scenery, followed by a stop in the historical town of Broek in Waterland for further exploration.
Includes
- Driver-guide or driver and tour guide
- 8-hour tour
- Guided tour of Zaanse Schans village
- Entrance to one windmill at Zaanse Schans
- Clog making demonstration
- Cheese sampling at Simone Hoeve cheese farm
- 25-minute boat tour on the Zaan River
- Visits to Volendam and Broek in Waterland
- Transportation between locations
- Bottled water
Excludes
- Food and beverages
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Wear comfortable shoes for walking and bring weather-appropriate clothing. Morning departures are ideal to avoid crowds. Book in advance to secure your preferred date.
