• Zaanse Schans - This location offers the chance to explore the finest windmills in Holland.

In the 17th century, Zaanse Schans was the largest industrial area globally. A Dutch windmill functioned as a small factory, each uniquely designed to produce various products such as paint, cooking oil, paper, and wood.

Along the banks of the river Zaan, hundreds of windmills were engaged in grinding, pounding, sawing, and crushing. The products from Zaanse Schans were exported worldwide.

The dozen windmills at Zaanse Schans remain fully operational. On a breezy day, visitors can witness them spinning at full speed.

Admission to one of the windmills is included in this tour.

• Edam - The village of Edam is situated on a dike beside a large freshwater lake. Edam is renowned for its cheese production. It is also an excellent spot to sample Dutch seafood, such as herring.
• Simonehoeve - At this family-owned cheese farm, visitors can learn everything they ever wanted to know about cheese and wooden shoes.
  Of course, there is a wide selection of cheeses to taste, as well as fruit wine and traditional Dutch cookies. Visitors can purchase their favorite cheese, clogs, and various souvenirs.
• Monnickendam - Monnickendam is one of the oldest and most beautiful towns in Holland. The tour drives through the old center, passing the historic church with its stunning bell tower, and observes typical Dutch vessels in the harbor. Monnickendam is a delightful place for lunch.
• Church Broek in Waterland - Located in the heart of Waterland is the village of Broek. Although only a fifteen-minute drive from Amsterdam, Broek in Waterland feels entirely different from the cosmopolitan city. Most of the old houses, farms, and even the church were constructed from wood, as stone buildings were too heavy for the soft soil.

There are still many beautiful large wooden houses with gardens full of flowers. It is very peaceful and quiet, and this tour operator is one of the few that visits, as large buses with tourists are not welcome.

• Waterland - Waterland is known as the wetlands of Amsterdam, featuring old villages, fields, and numerous ditches.

The landscape is characterized by narrow waterways called ‘sloten’, meadows, reeds, cows, sheep, horses, and birds, with farms and church towers on the horizon. This area is predominantly peatland and also abundant with lakes.

The landscape is quintessentially Dutch, unmatched anywhere else.

• Hotel pick up and return
• Professional tour guide
• Entrance fee to a windmill at The Zaanse Schans
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Bottled water
• All Fees and Taxes

• Lunch
• This private tour is not suitable for children under the age of seven years old.

Join us at Holland Windmills, our intimate local tour company, for an authentic Dutch experience. Born and bred here, we have a deep passion for showcasing Holland’s best spots during your holiday. We delight in sharing tales about our homeland!

Visit iconic windmills, savor our cheese, try on traditional clogs and wander through picturesque rural villages. With our local knowledge, we can show you the top attractions, recommend where to dine, and take you off the beaten track to avoid the tourist throngs - all at a leisurely pace.

Offering more value than a taxi, a more personal experience than a large group tour, and easier than arranging everything yourself, Holland Windmills is perfect for couples, families and friend groups!

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.