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Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans Windmills and Cheese Tasting Tour
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 3h 30m
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Multiple languages
Overview
- Visit Zaanse Schans windmill village on a half-day trip from Amsterdam
- See iconic Dutch windmills and traditional wooden houses
- Enjoy a tasting of authentic Dutch cheese at a local farm
- Explore the famous windmill village with free time to walk
- Travel comfortably through the Dutch countryside by luxury coach
Activity location
- Amsterdam
- Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Overhoeksplein 51, 1031 KS Amsterdam, Nederland | Redeem your voucher at the This is Holland tourist attraction opposite Amsterdam Central Station. Take the free ferry from Central Station in the direction of Buikslotermeer. It's is only a 3-minute boat ride, followed by a 2-minute walk. The check-in desk is located on the ground floor of This is Holland. You will receive your ticket for the hop-on hop-off bus to the villages, cheese farm and windmills at Zaanse Schans. Keep hold of your ticket as you will need to show it every time your board the bus.
- Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
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Amsterdam: Experience Zaanse Schans Windmills & Cheese Farm
- 3h 30m
- English
What's included, what's not
- Our luxury bus tour to Zaanse Schans Windmill Village includes:
- Luxury coach transport to Zaanse Schans
- Join us for a relaxed, informative day exploring traditional Dutch craft, food and scenery.
- Self‑guided walking tour with insider tips from locals
- Complimentary map
- Entry to the wooden‑shoe shop with a clog‑making demonstration
- Live cheese‑making demonstration plus tasting
- 10% discount on Henri Willig cheeses
- 10% discount on pancakes at De Kraai (nominated Best Pancake Restaurant in the Netherlands)
- Access to free bathrooms in our waiting room at This is Holland
- Additionally, we provide a free map and information leaflet in English, Spanish, Italian, French and German.
- Meals and drinks
- Entrance fee for the windmills (optional)
Know before you book
- Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments
What you can expect
Discover Zaanse Schans Windmills & Dutch Cheese on a Half-Day Trip from Amsterdam
Step back in time on a relaxing half-day trip from Amsterdam to the famous windmill village of Zaanse Schans. This charming Dutch countryside destination offers a perfect glimpse into traditional life in the Netherlands.
Zaanse Schans is one of the most iconic places in the country, known for its historic windmills, traditional green wooden houses, and picturesque river views. As you explore the village you’ll feel as if you have stepped into the 18th and 19th centuries, when wind-powered industry played an important role in Dutch history.
Walk along the Zaan River and admire the famous windmills that once powered sawmills, oil mills, and spice factories. With its beautifully preserved buildings and scenic surroundings, Zaanse Schans offers perfect photo opportunities of the iconic Dutch windmills and traditional architecture that makes this village world famous.
Experience Traditional Dutch Crafts
During your visit you will have time to explore the village at your own pace with the help of an informative walking tour map.
Visit the wooden-shoe workshop to see how traditional Dutch clogs are made and learn about this unique craft that has been part of Dutch culture for centuries.
At the cheese farm you will watch a live cheese-making demonstration and enjoy a tasting of delicious Dutch cheeses. Discover different flavours and learn about one of the Netherlands’ most famous food traditions.
You’ll also receive an exclusive 10% discount at the Henri Willig cheese shop, perfect if you would like to bring home authentic Dutch cheese as a souvenir.
Enjoy the Village Atmosphere
Don’t forget to stop for a meal at De Kraai, one of the best pancake restaurants in the Netherlands.
Comfortable Half-Day Tour from Amsterdam
Travel comfortably from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans by luxury coach and enjoy a relaxing journey through the Dutch countryside. This half-day tour is the perfect way to discover one of the Netherlands’ most famous windmill villages while still having plenty of time left in your day.
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The Half-Day Trip to Zaanse Schans Includes
• Comfortable transport by luxury coach
• Informative leaflet with a walking map
• Free entrance to the wooden-shoe workshop
• Live cheese-making demonstration and Dutch cheese tasting
• Exclusive 10% discount at Henri Willig cheese shop
• 10% discount at De Kraai pancake restaurant
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Schedule A
10:30 AM – Departure from Amsterdam
11:00 AM – Arrival in Zaanse Schans
1:00 PM – Departure from Zaanse Schans
1:30 PM – Arrival back in Amsterdam
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Schedule B
12:00 PM – Departure from Amsterdam
12:30 PM – Arrival in Zaanse Schans
2:30 PM – Departure from Zaanse Schans
3:00 PM – Arrival back in Amsterdam
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Schedule C
3:00 PM – Departure from Amsterdam
3:30 PM – Arrival in Zaanse Schans
5:30 PM – Departure from Zaanse Schans
6:00 PM – Arrival back in Amsterdam
Location
Activity location
- Amsterdam
- Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Overhoeksplein 51, 1031 KS Amsterdam, Nederland | Redeem your voucher at the This is Holland tourist attraction opposite Amsterdam Central Station. Take the free ferry from Central Station in the direction of Buikslotermeer. It's is only a 3-minute boat ride, followed by a 2-minute walk. The check-in desk is located on the ground floor of This is Holland. You will receive your ticket for the hop-on hop-off bus to the villages, cheese farm and windmills at Zaanse Schans. Keep hold of your ticket as you will need to show it every time your board the bus.
- Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands