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Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

Visitors enjoying vibrant flowers at Keukenhof Gardens, Amsterdam.
Visitors taking a selfie among colorful tulips at Keukenhof Gardens.
Windmills at Zaanse Schans by the water in the Netherlands.
Cheese maker explaining cheese production process in a Dutch cheese factory.

Duration

9 hr

Open today

8:00am - 7:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers available

    • Explore Keukenhof’s tulips and Zaanse Schans’ windmills with expert guides included. Enjoy historic wooden houses and floral art at your own leisure.

    • Relax with premium round-trip transfers from Amsterdam. Your professional English/German/Spanish-speaking guide ensures a perfectly organized day .

    • Discover 18th-century heritage with live commentary. Witness working windmills and delve into Dutch horticultural mastery with your knowledgeable guide.

    • Savour Holland’s flavors with cheese-making demos and live clog-carving. Your guide shares the stories behind these iconic traditional crafts.

    • Upgrade your journey with a scenic Amsterdam Canal Cruise! Get a voucher at check-in to glide past UNESCO-listed city waterfronts whenever you choose.

    • Full-day tour to Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans

    • Entry tickets to Keukenhof

    • Round-trip transfers via AC coach from Amsterdam

    • Luxury air-conditioned coach with guaranteed seating

    • Witness wooden shoe-making

    • Live cheese-making demonstration and tasting

    • 45-min guided tour of Keukenhof

    • English/German/Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)

    • Self-guided walking tour of Zaanse Schans with local insider tips

    • Complimentary multilingual map and information leaflet in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German

    • Friendly hosts in Amsterdam and Keukenhof

    • 10% discount on Henri Willig cheeses

    • 10% discount on pancakes at De Kraai in Zaanse Schans

    Additional paid upgrades:

    • Amsterdam canal cruise
    • Food and drinks

    • Entrance to the windmills (available at additional cost)

  • TOTAL DURATION9 hours
    MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
    Timeline
    Map
    Stationsplein 4
    Start point

    Stationsplein 4

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    22 min by a/c bus
    17.8 km
    Zaanse Schans

    1. Zaanse Schans

    Free Admission
    2 activities

    Things to do

    38 min by a/c bus
    45.1 km
    Keunkenhof

    2. Keunkenhof

    Tickets included
    50 min by a/c bus
    42 km
    Stationsplein 4
    End point

    Stationsplein 4

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    Your ending point would be same as your start point

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

  • 49 reviews

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    Guests from United Kingdom, United States, India and over 8 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Rosa A

    Couple
    Verified booking
    May 2025
    The best part was the instructor who is from Spain. The most kind and attentive! A thousand thanks to her because we enjoyed like children 😘

    Marie H

    Family
    Verified booking
    May 2025
    All the things we saw on the 9 hour garden and widmill tour.

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  • Make the most of an iconic Dutch double-feature with a full-day journey to Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans, complete with included professional guides, seamless entry, luxury coach transfers, and immersive heritage demonstrations.

    Getting started

    Begin your adventure at This is Holland in Amsterdam, where you'll be greeted by your expert guides and board a premium, air-conditioned coach with guaranteed seating. Upon arrival, your guides will provide an orientation and share insider tips to help you maximise every moment of your day.

    What to expect

    Keukenhof

    Step into the 'Garden of Europe', a world-famous spring paradise showcasing millions of blooming bulbs across stunningly designed themed landscapes.

    Features:

    • Guided orientation: Enjoy a 45-minute guided introduction to the park, where your expert guide shares the history of the gardens and points out the season's must-see floral highlights.

    • Total freedom: Use your included ticket and complimentary map to navigate 32 hectares of vibrant displays at a pace that suits you.

    • Flexible exploration: Spend as much time as you desire capturing the perfect photos and exploring fragrant pavilions before catching the shuttle to your next destination.

    Zaanse Schans

    Travel back in time to an enchanting open-air village, famous for its historic windmills and traditional Dutch craftsmanship.

    • Authentic heritage demos: Witness the artistry of live clog-making and traditional cheese-making, complete with delicious tastings and exclusive in-destination discounts.

    • Scenic walking routes: Follow a curated guided path through green wooden houses and working workshops, offering the best vantage points for windmill photography.

    Extras

    • Amsterdam canal cruise: Add a relaxing canal cruise to your package for a classic city perspective once you return to Amsterdam.

    Wrapping up

    Return buses from Keukenhof operate on a frequent, regular schedule back to Amsterdam, giving you the total flexibility to conclude your Dutch countryside experience whenever you’re ready.

  • Keukenhof

    Monday8:00am - 7:00pmlast entry 6:15pm
    Tuesday8:00am - 7:00pmlast entry 6:15pm
    Wednesday8:00am - 7:00pmlast entry 6:15pm
    Thursday8:00am - 7:00pmlast entry 6:15pm
    Friday8:00am - 7:00pmlast entry 6:15pm
    Saturday8:00am - 7:00pmlast entry 6:15pm
    Sunday8:00am - 7:00pmlast entry 6:15pm
  • What’s not allowed

    • Please note that Keukenhof is a cash-free site, so cash payments will not be accepted.

    • Due to bus restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    Additional information

    • Free entry for children under the age of 3.

    • Child tickets must be booked for kids aged 4-13.

    • Buses back to Amsterdam run frequently; you may stay longer at Keukenhof and take any return bus.

    • Facilities at check-in: Waiting room, coffee bar, and toilets; free restrooms available.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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