Guided Tours

From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans and Cheese-Tasting Tour

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Discover the Dutch charm of Zaanse Schans on this guided tour from Amsterdam, which includes artisan demonstrations, cheese tasting, and an optional canal cruise.

Highlights

Begin your journey from Amsterdam and enjoy a visit to the picturesque Zaanse Schans village, full of historical windmills and green-painted houses.
Witness the fascinating process of Dutch wooden shoe crafting at a clog shop and savor authentic local cheeses like the famous Gouda at a traditional farm.
Experience the rustic charm of Zaanse Schans, explore its quaint locales, and click memorable pictures of the still-functional, historic wooden windmills.
Enjoy the experience with a multilingual guide and upgrade to include an optional Amsterdam Canal Cruise offering views of iconic landmarks.
Did you know? The charming structures in Zaanse Schans aren't replicas but originals relocated from different parts of the Netherlands.

Inclusions

Guided tour of Zaanse Schans
English, German, French or Spanish-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers from Amsterdam by AC bus
Entry to a clog (wooden shoe) shop
Entry to a cheese-weighing house
Local cheese tasting
Amsterdam Canal Cruise (optional)

Exclusions

Entry to the windmills at the Zaanse Schans

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Saryna

5/5

Jul, 2024

Bus ride comfortable and tour guide informative Cheese tasing fun. Clog making demo cool and not too long. And the 1.45 hr visit to windmills just right for stroll and discovery. It was just the right amount of time. I do wish it included entry into windmill museum.

Josephine

5/5

May, 2024

It was a great experienced that we had with my friend.Our tour guide did explained well in two languages.As adviced by our tour guide do get their lemon bread you would love them. Highly recommended.

Linda

4/5

Jan, 2020

Very Good service

Jane

4/5

Jan, 2020

good memory with friends. smooth booking

Stephen

5/5

Jan, 2020

Money is secure and payment gateway is reliable.

Your experience

Dutch charm and artisan mastery

Your journey begins with a short, scenic ride on an AC bus from Amsterdam, led by an expert multilingual guide. On arrival, feel the old-world charm of green-painted houses and functioning wooden windmills that date back to the 18th century. Your guide will share intriguing insights into the local history and culture, starting with a visit to a clog shop where you'll witness the art of crafting traditional Dutch wooden shoes, an age-old craft going back to the 13th century. Next, the tour transports you to a local cheese farm, where you’ll learn about Dutch cheese-making, and savor a tasting of the farm's fresh cheese.

An enhanced Dutch experience

For a more extensive exploration, upgrade your tickets to include the optional Amsterdam Canal Cruise. This relaxing voyage sails past Amsterdam's iconic attractions, including canal houses from the Golden Age and Anne Frank’s house. With departure conveniently located a short, 6-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station, this tour offers an authentic and accessible Dutch experience for all.

Know before you go

Additional information

It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at De Ruijterkade 105.
Address: 1011 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Landmark: Turn left from Doubletree By Hilton hotel and follow the walkway underneath the railway crossing. After this crossing, the meeting point will be on your right.

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