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Want to discover more of the Dutch countryside? Visit the windmills at Zaanse Schans, tickle your taste buds with a cheese making and tasting demonstration in Volendam, go on a walking tour through Edam, take a scenic boat trip to the picturesque fishing village of Marken and see how clogs are made.
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- Wander among the windmills at Zaanse Schans
- Taste Dutch cheese at the Cheese Factory Volendam
- Go on a walking tour through Edam
- See how wooden shoes are made with an antique steam engine
- Unique to the All-in Countryside & Windmill tour: sail across the IJsselmeer!
Classic Tour includes
The traditional Dutch experience in Volendam & Marken
An up-close look at the windmills of Zaanse Schans
Taste Dutch cheese
Walk through medieval Edam
English and Spanish speaking guide
Audio guide on the bus with 16 languages and free earphones
All-in Tour includes
Everything from the Classic tour, and
A 30 minute boat tour between Volendam & Marken unique to this tour
See how clogs are made with an antique steam engine
Visit an authentic Marker home from the 1940s
Visit a windmill still in operation
Check-in
Check-in 30 minutes before departure at the Tours & Tickets shop (click here for map)
Children
Child ticket for 4-13 year olds
Ticket information
Ticket directly available on smartphone
Ticket can be rescheduled or cancelled up to 8 hours in advance
You can reschedule your tickets yourself via our self rebook page up to 24 hours in advance
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Note: this is a demanding tour, with quite a bit of walking
Tour takes about 7.5 hours, including approx. 90 minutes driving time in stages
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- With audio description
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Iconic Dutch sights
If you ask anybody what pops into their mind when they think of the Netherlands, most people will say windmills, tulip fields and the lively centre of Amsterdam. Its picturesque canals, historic buildings, exotic nightlife, and open-minded culture stand out. And while Amsterdam is undeniably one of the country’s most fascinating tourist destinations, the scenic Dutch countryside and windmills in the surrounding area are often overlooked.
Fortunately, you can easily combine your visit to the country’s bustling capital with a phenomenal countryside and windmills tour from Amsterdam. The peaceful villages of Zaanse Schans, Marken, Edam and Volendam are only a short drive from the city centre. There you’ll be able to enjoy the tranquillity of the area and immerse yourself in the old way of life as you admire the colourful Dutch windmills.
An open-air museum
When you get outside the Dutch capital you enter a different world, with most of the small towns surrounding the city appearing like open-air museums. The Dutch Countryside and Windmills Tour will take you from Amsterdam to the villages of Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and to the former island of Marken; the order of the tour can change.
A visit to Zaanse Schans means you can get your fill of historical windmills. Over ten windmills line the banks of the Zaan river and the area around them is free for you to wonder around in as it really is an open-air museum. You can enter some of the windmills at a small extra charge (one visit included in the All-in tour). Zaanse Schans is one of the best places to see windmills in Holland.
Volendam is a typical Dutch fishing village and taking a walk along De Dijk and through the harbour area will not disappoint. Here you will visit the Cheese Factory to taste delicious cheese and if there is time learn how it is made, too. If you are staying in town for lunch, we recommend the freshly caught fish.
Edam is the home of Edam cheese, the small, often red cheese ball has been transported to every corner of the world for centuries. But there is so much more to this authentic village, which dates back all the way to the 12th century. Here, you will go on a thirty minute walk through the village.
The fourth location visited on the tour is the village of Marken, a former island in the Markermeer, now a peninsula. You'll travel between Marken and Volendam by boat, with a scenic, 30 minutes trip across the IJsselmeer. Enjoy the view as you sail past the towns of Monnickendam and Katwoude.
When you walk among the houses on Marken, be careful to stay on the road because before you know it you're in someone's garden. A visit to a traditional clog, or wooden shoe, maker completes our tour. Here clogs are still made according to a 100-year-old tradition with steam powered tools. They are surprisingly comfortable as you will be able to try for yourself.
An unforgettable experience
During this tour you will discover a world unlike any other, an experience that is sure to be cherished by adults and kids alike. Take a break from the commotion of the city and unwind as you visit one of the Netherlands’ best-kept secrets.
The Amsterdam countryside is waiting to welcome and introduce you to a completely other side of the Netherlands compared to its bustling capital city. You can buy your ticket for a fun-filled Netherlands windmills tour adventure right here.
14 Reviews
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Candice G
Keeeller Bicycles!!!!!!!
We booked this tour as well as the Giethoorn tour. We were lucky enough to have Cecilia as our tour guide for both days. She warned us about the keeeelllleeer bicycles which had us in stitches every time. Gosh we laughed. The trip to the Windmills, Volendam and Marken was just absolutely fabulous and was the highlight of our trip. The only reason why I have not given 5 stars is purely due to the time issue. There was not enough time to explore the Windmill site or the Volendam and Marken shops. Would like this tour to be a little longer to factor in these touristy bits. Giethoorn was a very long crowded day but absolutely stunning. This tour should have a smaller number of people but did not detract from the beauty of this tiny town. Plenty of time to walk around and explore. I would highly recommend these 2 tours especially if you have Cecilia as your guide. Cecilia was very knowledgeable, professional and friendly - She is simply the best. Thank you for 2 wonderful days.
Nov 6, 2023Sue M
Good day
We enjoyed this day trip out of Amsterdam. It was a little touristy but a good way to see a lot of different things in a day. Our main problem was that several of the demonstrations were in crowded spaces and there was not enough room for everyone to fit comfortably. At the waffle stop some people elected to stay outside as it was uncomfortably crowded in the room.
Oct 23, 2023jsschneider
Good way to see a lot or traditions!
Good way to see surrounding environs of Amsterdam, what you typically think of the Netherlands. Think windmills, cheese, waffles, and clogs.
Oct 20, 2023noor
You should go this trip
The driver stefan was multi-talented he played to us piano on the bus and a very good driver as well. The guide diana was so informative.
Sep 28, 2023Fla T
An amazing day trip from
Highly recommend packed adventure… the day was amazing, the driver, the hostess, all fantastic… our trip was almost 8 hours long, with plenty of time to admire all the beauty of the Netherlands without too much travel…
Sep 1, 2023Kerri
Excellent tour.
Great tour, great tour guides and well organized. So much to see on this event filled one day tour. The boat trip from volendam to marken was nice.
Jul 6, 2023Wasan F
Beautiful villages
The first 2 towns were Lovley. Big the last town (Edam) was pointless as we arrived late everything was closed and nothing there was worth it.
May 21, 2023Alex J
Excellent tour to learn some history and see some of the countryside.
Nico was an excellent guide and Frank was a great driver. The two made quite the pair. Fun tour, lots of good things to see. Definitely worth the all-in upgrade. The clog making demonstration was my favorite part. The guy doing the demo really loves to entertain his audience.
Apr 22, 2023bethwing1
Excellent value! Great day!
Pia was an amazing tour guide! Loved the entire trip! Each stop provided just enough time to enjoy. Bus was very comfortable.
Apr 19, 2023Joshua D
Zaanse Schans, Marken, Edam & Volendam - Day Trip
The tour started at 12 pm. Our tour guide and driver were very good. It wasn't a rushed tour. We had enough time to walk around, eat and have a look at the wind farms, markets, Volendam and Edam which was the last stop. We upgraded for the cruise to Volendam which was good. 6 EUR per person. Zaanse Schans is absolutely beautiful and very scenic. One does need to pay to go into the windmills though( EUR 5 per person). Overall we enjoyed the day trip.
Apr 14, 2023Lucía
Amazing
The Tour is really complete, good to have an audio guide available in all languages apart from the actual guide. The guides, pianist and driver, Pia and Steff, were amazing and made the trip even nicer. Thank you Steff for the good music. I would really recommend this tour.
Jan 13, 2023Raja E
Bravi
Brava Pina e bravo Marcel. Gentili, mettono a proprio agio le persone e molto preparati. Raccomando vivamente l’esperienza ai mulini , fabbrica del formaggio…
Jan 29, 2023Germán G
Experiencia genial
Si visitar estos pueblos de alrededor de Amsterdam, conocer su historia y disfrutar de las vistas y actividades ya es una experiencia magnífica, hacerlo en compañía de los guías Ian y Silvia y del conductor/piano-man se convierte en un imprescindible!!! Gracias a todos por vuestro trato, simpatía y por hacernos pasar un día inolvidable.
Dec 7, 2022Alessandra C
Da non perdere
Gita ricca di cose da vedere e notizie da apprendere, dai mulini a vento, alla fabbrica di zoccoli, all'azienda casearia raggiunta in battello. Il tutto reso speciale dalla guida Jan, dalle collaboratrici Silvia e Carolina e dall'autista Nick.
Sep 7, 2022
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