From Amsterdam: Windmills & Volendam Private Tour
Zaanse Schans, Amsterdam
On this 6-hour private tour from Amsterdam, see typical Zaanse houses, mills, and shops in Zaanse Schans, taste Dutch cheese, watch a clog-making demonstration, and visit the fishing village of Volendam.
Traditional Dutch Culture Tour from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans and Volendam
This 6-hour private tour from Amsterdam suits travelers interested in Dutch heritage, cheese, clogs, windmills, and fishing villages.
Tour Highlights
- Discover various types of windmills and their unique functions
- Learn cheese-making and watch a traditional wooden clog demonstration
- Visit Zaanse Schans, a village with historic wooden houses and mills
- Explore Volendam, a scenic fishing village famous for fresh eel and herring
Description
After pickup from your Amsterdam accommodation, your driver and guide will take you to Zaanse Schans, an area known for its traditional Dutch structures. Explore the wooden houses, shops, and windmills, including paint, oil, saw, and spice mills, each serving a different purpose.
Next, visit a cheese farm and a clog factory where you will learn about cheese production and taste samples. Observe a wooden clog-making demonstration, a significant element of Dutch craftsmanship.
You will then proceed to Volendam, a historic fishing village. Sample fresh eel and herring sold from traditional carts, walk along the old port filled with Dutch ships, and try on traditional Dutch clothing for photos. Finish by strolling along the dyke boulevard, exploring local shops and restaurants, where you can enjoy a traditional meal.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Amsterdam
- Luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle with professional driver
- Bottled water
- Wi-Fi available in the vehicle
- Entrance to one windmill
Excludes
- Meals
- Tips
Important Information
- The tour operates rain or shine
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a camera to capture the experience. The best time to visit is during daylight hours for optimal sightseeing.
