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North Holland Tour: Windmills & Cheese Delight
4.2
235 Ratings
Amsterdam
Embark on a guided day trip to the Dutch countryside and explore Zaanse Schans, Volendam, Marken, and Edam. Wander among windmills, learn about cheese making, go on a walking tour, and witness the art of clog making.
Embark on a guided day trip to the Dutch countryside and explore Zaanse Schans, Volendam, Marken, and Edam. Wander among windmills, learn about cheese making, go on a walking tour, and witness the art of clog making.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Tours & Tickets Amsterdam - This is the check-in location for the tour where participants will board the bus to Marken. The journey will take about 35 minutes.
- Zaanse Schans - Explore the Zaanse Schans, which includes access to an authentic Dutch windmill and a demonstration by the miller. Entry is part of the all-inclusive tour.
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- Tours & Tickets Amsterdam - This is the check-in location for the tour where participants will board the bus to Marken. The journey will take about 35 minutes.
- Zaanse Schans - Explore the Zaanse Schans, which includes access to an authentic Dutch windmill and a demonstration by the miller. Entry is part of the all-inclusive tour.
- Wooden Shoe Factory Marken - Discover the traditional fishing village of Marken with a clog-making demonstration.
- Volendam Marken Express - Enjoy a boat trip on the Ijsselmeer from Marken to Volendam, included in the All-Inclusive tour.
- Volendam - Explore the historic fishing town of Volendam.
- Cheese Factory Volendam - Visit a cheese factory to taste local dairy products.
- Woltje’s Backerij - Step into the bakery and savor delicious Dutch cookies.
- Edam - Enjoy free time in Edam.
- Tours & Tickets Amsterdam - Return to the original departure point with a bus ride from the Zaanse Schans back to the center of Amsterdam.
What's Included
- Clog making demonstration with operating antique steam engine
- English and Spanish speaking guide
- 30 minute boat tour between Volendam and Marken (only on the All-Inclusive Tour)
- Transport by luxurious air-conditioned bus
- Visit an operating windmill (only on the All-Inclusive Tour)
- Cheese demonstration
- The traditional Dutch experience in fishing villages Volendam & Marken
- Clog making demonstration with operating antique steam engine
- English and Spanish speaking guide
- 30 minute boat tour between Volendam and Marken (only on the All-Inclusive Tour)
- Transport by luxurious air-conditioned bus
- Visit an operating windmill (only on the All-Inclusive Tour)
- Cheese demonstration
- The traditional Dutch experience in fishing villages Volendam & Marken
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Additional Information
Explore the genuine essence of North Holland with this captivating 7-hour full-day tour!
Immerse yourself in Dutch history and culture by visiting the charming villages of Zaanse Schans, renowned for its historic windmills and open-air museum, Marken, a traditional fishing village, as well as Volendam and Edam, celebrated for its cheese and historic…
Explore the genuine essence of North Holland with this captivating 7-hour full-day tour!
Immerse yourself in Dutch history and culture by visiting the charming villages of Zaanse Schans, renowned for its historic windmills and open-air museum, Marken, a traditional fishing village, as well as Volendam and Edam, celebrated for its cheese and historic architecture.
Package Highlights
Classic Package: Enjoy a cheese tasting at a traditional factory and witness a demonstration at a wooden clog-making studio.
All-in Package: Experience all the Classic features, plus a Marken Express boat trip on the IJssel Lake, exclusive access to a working windmill, and a delightful treat at Woltje’s Bakery.
The day wraps up with a picturesque coach ride back to Amsterdam.
- Children up to and including 3 years old are free of charge (not occupying a seat)
- Pets are not allowed on the tour
Location
Tours & Tickets Amsterdam
De Ruijterkade
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.2
(235 Ratings)
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Gabrielgaston_n
Jan 22, 2026
Great experience - Great experience. The time spent in each place is very well balanced with the attractivenes of the place. Guides were very good. One little thing to improve is that the explanation given by the representative at the cheese factory was in english, and we have bougth the experience in spanish, so I had to translate to my wife
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545tanvim
Dec 20, 2025
Nike and team will make this trip worth your while! Go for it. - Nike was an a amazingly enthusiastic tour guide and clearly the vendors at each stop were not just familiar with her but friendly, which ensured we got the best treatment. She made it a point throughout the trip to chat one-on-one with each group/couple/ person. The places where beautiful and steeped in history. Some of the places were a bit crowded and a smaller overall group would have been more enjoyable. But it is an experience not to be missed. The length was okay though Edam felt a bit short as did Marken. The price is a bit steep but it is probably the best way to experience these places.
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Nicole_c
Dec 6, 2025
Post-cruise stay - I chose the classic option and it was very good. We've seen the principal. We'll go back. The guide was very interesting and well trained. Always a beautiful smile and patient.
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Jos_luiss686
Oct 24, 2025
All-Inclusive Excursion to Zaanse Schans, Volendam & Marken: Experience the Timeless Charm of Holland - The excursion to Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken was a truly enriching experience. It gave us the chance to discover the beauty of the Dutch countryside. Our little one, almost 2 years old, had a great time: he really enjoyed walking around Zaanse Schans and even climbed up into one of the iconic windmills. Later, he got to taste a traditional Dutch soup at a harbor restaurant in Volendam, and had so much fun visiting the clog factory, trying on a few pairs in the adjoining gift shop. We arrived in Marken by boat, as we chose the all-inclusive option — and we truly believe it’s well worth it! A special mention goes to Susana, our tour guide, who was incredibly friendly, professional, and attentive — especially with our young son. We also want to thank Stefan, the bus driver, who was very kind and thoughtful throughout the day. The tour ended at Amsterdam Centraal, , where we asked both Susana and Stefan to take a photo with us — a perfect way to remember such a special day.
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878suzannea
Oct 14, 2025
A tour to remember❤️ - We had an absolutely wonderful time exploring Zaanse Schans windmills, Marken, Volendam, and Edam — and it wouldn’t have been the same without this incredible team: Esma (our tour guide), Rodrigues, and Frankie (the driver).
Esma was the heart of the journey ,funny, warm, knowledgeable, and full of energy. Her storytelling brought every location to life, and her humor made every moment enjoyable. She managed to keep the group engaged, laughing, and learning the whole way through.
Rodrigues was always there with a smile and ready to help with anything we needed. His friendly presence and assistance made everything run smoothly, adding an extra layer of comfort and care to the trip.
And Frankie, the great driver, what a professional. He navigated us effortlessly through beautiful landscapes , always with a smile and warm welcoming manner. The ride was smooth, safe, and relaxing throughout.
This was truly a well-deserved and well-spent trip, made our visit to Amsterdam unforgettable by such a dedicated and lovely team. Highly recommended to anyone looking to explore the Netherlands with great company and unforgettable memories.
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Brad_d
Sep 30, 2025
Great variety of locations - What a fun filled day of variety, walking, bus, boat and eating! Beautiful locations but just make sure you listen to directions of the guide and stay on time!
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Escape66517400609
Aug 7, 2025
Detroit experience in Amsterdam - Best tour ever
Thank you Steve and Luka for the great experience.
This was the perfect choice to see and learn about the history of Amsterdam.
Loved the live music, it gave an added extra to the journey.
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Rpontet
Oct 12, 2025
well organized and intressing - It's a trip I advise. I hired him for Civitatis. It is the visit to four towns with a lot of history of the country. His work, how I gained ground to the sea, the role of mills in water extraction, the method. They are very beautiful today and make value and preserve the heritage of the region
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Shirodkerjayant
Sep 16, 2025
The tour and tour guides... - The tour and tour guides were good. The last part of the tour which was visit to Edam was a waste of time .
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Jose_p
Nov 5, 2025
I paid for the tour and... - I paid for the tour and was waiting for the bus at the agreed location, but it wasn't there. I tried contacting the company several times via chat, but I was unsuccessful.
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