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From Amsterdam we drive to Alkmaar, visit the Alkmaar Cheese market have a 30 minute guided tour through Alkmaar and after that we visit the Zaanse Schans

Highlights

• Visit to Alkmaar Cheese market
• Visit the windmill village Zaanse Schans
• Local Guide to explain everything you want to know about Holland
• 30 minute guided walking tour in Alkmaar
• Departure point, 2 stops (4 minutes) from Amsterdam Central Metro Station

Description

Our journey begins at the Alkmaar Cheese Market, where you’ll witness centuries-old cheese trading traditions. Watch the iconic kaasdragers transport large cheese wheels to the weighing house and learn about the fascinating process of cheese weighing and the traditional handjeklap (hand clapping) negotiation method. Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Waagplein, the heart of the market. Vendors, tourists, and the ceremonial cheese bell create a vibrant scene. Enjoy lunch (not included), shop, or stroll through Alkmaar’s charming streets before heading to your next destination. Next, visit Zaanse Schans, a picturesque Dutch village with historic windmills and traditional crafts. Explore the iconic windmills, watch skilled craftsmen making wooden clogs, and take in the scenic surroundings for a truly Dutch experience.

Includes

Visit Cheese Market 30 min guided walking tour in Alkmaar 1 hour Free time in Alkmaar Visit Zaanse Schans Visit the Clog Factory at Zaanse Schans Visit the Cheese Farm at Zaanse Schans Departure point, 2 stops (4 minutes) from Amsterdam Central Metro Station

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