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Zaanse Schans Windmills Tours

Imagine windmills spinning, cheese tasting like heaven, and watching a clog-maker turn wood into shoes—Zaanse Schans has it all! This open-air museum lets you walk through Dutch history, with stunning canals and cozy green houses all around. It’s like stepping back in time, but with better snacks!

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Zaanse Schans Windmills Tours
Windmills at Zaanse Schans with blooming lavender fields in the foreground.
Canal view in Volendam with boats and traditional Dutch houses.
Person pointing at windmills during a guided tour of Zaanse Schans.
Cheese wheels labeled "Cheese Factory Volendam" in Volendam tasting tour.
Traditional clog making demonstration with machinery and wooden clogs on display.
Tour guide speaking to passengers on a bus during a guided tour transfer.
Traditional Dutch houses near the sea in Marken, part of Volendam Cheese Factory Tours.
Tour boat docked at Marken with traditional Dutch house in the background.
Cheese making demonstration in Edam with a guide holding a cheese wheel.
Canal with houses and boat in Edam, Netherlands, surrounded by lush greenery.
Canal view with historic buildings and boats in Edam, Netherlands.
Marina and colorful waterfront houses in Volendam, Netherlands.
Marken fisherman's houses by a canal with greenery and blue sky.
Edam cheese wheels on a cart outside a historic market in Edam, Netherlands.
Maxima Bridge in Marken, Netherlands, with church tower and traditional houses in the background.
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  • This half-day trip covers Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken with windmill views, quaint harbors, and artisan shops—all in 6.5 hours.

  • Includes English or Spanish guide, round-trip from Amsterdam by bus, and entrance to cheese and clog workshops in all four scenic Dutch villages.

  • Watch the blades turn on centuries-old windmills at Zaanse, then taste fresh cheese and see traditional Dutch shoes being crafted at Volendam.

  • Visit Edam’s town square, home to historic cheese market, followed by the exploration of Marken’s fishermen’s houses near the former Zuiderzee.

  • Want a slower pace? Choose the extended 8-hours trip for extra time at each village, perfect for leisurely sightseeing and more in-depth experiences.

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  • This half-day trip covers Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken with windmill views, quaint harbors, and artisan shops—all in 6.5 hours.

  • Includes English or Spanish guide, round-trip from Amsterdam by bus, and entrance to cheese and clog workshops in all four scenic Dutch villages.

  • Watch the blades turn on centuries-old windmills at Zaanse, then taste fresh cheese and see traditional Dutch shoes being crafted at Volendam.

  • Visit Edam’s town square, home to historic cheese market, followed by the exploration of Marken’s fishermen’s houses near the former Zuiderzee.

  • Want a slower pace? Choose the extended 8-hours trip for extra time at each village, perfect for leisurely sightseeing and more in-depth experiences.

from €39
€33.15

15% off

Windmills at Zaanse Schans by the water in the Netherlands.
Tour guide at Zaanse Schans with windmills in the background, Netherlands.
Traditional Dutch houses and windmill in Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Traditional Dutch windmills along a river at Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
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Canal houses and boat along a tranquil waterway in Edam.
Woman in traditional attire holding cheese at a Dutch cheese farm and clog factory.
Cheese making demonstration at Zaanse Schans windmills near Amsterdam.
Wooden clog being crafted on a machine in Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Visitors browsing colorful wooden clogs at a shop in Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Tour guide speaking to passengers on a bus during a guided tour transfer.
Windmills by the water in Volendam, Netherlands, with a person taking a photo.
Cow grazing near a windmill in Volendam with people in the background.
Windmill by the water in Volendam, Netherlands, with a boat in the foreground.
Charming houses and a small bridge in Volendam, Netherlands.
Tour guide in Volendam near historic building with flood marker sign.
Tourists on a Marken Express boat cruise past colorful Dutch houses in Volendam.
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1 hr
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  • Go on a guided cultural journey to Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken, filled with windmills, wooden houses, and authentic Dutch experiences.

  • Sit back and relax with round-trip coach transport from Amsterdam, and share scenic moments on the go.

  • Select from English or Spanish guided tours, ensuring a more comfortable and informative cultural experience in the language you're most familiar with.

  • Visit postcard-perfect windmills and experience the art of cheese-making and wooden shoe making demo firsthand—an interactive glimpse into Dutch heritage and rural charm.

  • Opt for an all-inclusive tour featuring a 30-min boat ride and a visit to a working windmill.

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  • Go on a guided cultural journey to Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken, filled with windmills, wooden houses, and authentic Dutch experiences.

  • Sit back and relax with round-trip coach transport from Amsterdam, and share scenic moments on the go.

  • Select from English or Spanish guided tours, ensuring a more comfortable and informative cultural experience in the language you're most familiar with.

  • Visit postcard-perfect windmills and experience the art of cheese-making and wooden shoe making demo firsthand—an interactive glimpse into Dutch heritage and rural charm.

  • Opt for an all-inclusive tour featuring a 30-min boat ride and a visit to a working windmill.

from €39
€33.15

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Tourist photographing Dutch windmill at Zaanse Schans Village, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Guests posing in giant yellow clogs at Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Zaanse Schans windmills and boat on the river near Amsterdam.
Cheese maker at Zaanse Schans cheese farm with shelves of cheese wheels.
Clog making demonstration with craftsman using machinery in a workshop.
Bridge leading to traditional Dutch houses in Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Tour guides posing in front of a bus for roundtrip transfers from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans.
Man with a map near windmills in Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
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2 hr 30 min
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  • Choose a departure time that works for you & enjoy round-trip luxury coach transportation, making your adventure simple & stress-free from start to finish.

  • Love walking slow or fast? At Zaanse Schans, you’re free to explore at your own pace and enjoy the village just how you like it.

  • Navigate Zaanse Schans confidently with a free map, digital walking app, and helpful tips from locals that add rich context to every stop.

  • From spinning drills in the clog shop to bites of rich cheese, this Zaanse Schans trip brings hands-on Dutch traditions to life.

  • Upgrade to see more on a 3.5-hour English-guided Zaanse Schans tour, plus personalized commentary to gain more insights.

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  • Choose a departure time that works for you & enjoy round-trip luxury coach transportation, making your adventure simple & stress-free from start to finish.

  • Love walking slow or fast? At Zaanse Schans, you’re free to explore at your own pace and enjoy the village just how you like it.

  • Navigate Zaanse Schans confidently with a free map, digital walking app, and helpful tips from locals that add rich context to every stop.

  • From spinning drills in the clog shop to bites of rich cheese, this Zaanse Schans trip brings hands-on Dutch traditions to life.

  • Upgrade to see more on a 3.5-hour English-guided Zaanse Schans tour, plus personalized commentary to gain more insights.

from €22.50
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Volendam harbor with traditional Dutch houses and fishing boats.
Restoration of traditional botter fishing boat inside Botterwerf workshop.
Volendam harbor with traditional boats and charming street cafes.
Tourists exploring the picturesque streets of Volendam with traditional Dutch houses.
Tourists consulting a map in front of Het Praathuis during a walking tour in Volendam.
Henri Willig Cheese Farm interior with guide showcasing cheese display.
Clog-making workshop with wooden shoe molds and machinery, showcasing traditional Dutch craftsmanship.
Cheese samples at Henri Willig Cheese Farm tasting event.
Local preparing Dutch pastries with toppings at Volendam.
Tourists in traditional Volendam costumes posing with an accordion and baskets of flowers.
Street scene in Volendam, Netherlands, with shops and people walking.
Volendam Harbor with boats and a fisherman statue during daytime.
Traditional houses and windmill at Marinapark, Volendam, Netherlands.
Guests enjoying drinks at a waterfront café in Volendam.
Local cuisine and beverages on a table in Volendam, featuring assorted meats, bread, and drinks.
Guests participating in a clog-making workshop, displaying traditional wooden shoes.
Traditional wooden clogs displayed on logs at a clog-making workshop.
Volendam Harbor with sailboats and a pier during daytime.
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4 hr
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  • Leave Amsterdam behind and step into a postcard-perfect Dutch village with this seamless tour that includes round-trip coach transfers, guided walk, and tastings!

  • Dive into the maritime heritage of Volendam with a short film and visit the historic Botterwerf shipyard. Watch boats being restored for a glimpse into fishing traditions.

  • Visit the Henri Willig Cheese Farm & Clog Factory to learn how traditional wooden clogs are expertly carved and savour samples of creamy, locally-made Gouda cheese.

  • Wander at your own pace through Volendam's harbour and streets using a self-guided walking tour, with a multilingual audio guide, a handy digital map, and local insider tips.

  • Make the most of your day with special discounts at local restaurants, museums, and shops, plus enjoy 10% off your Henri Willig cheese purchases.

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  • Leave Amsterdam behind and step into a postcard-perfect Dutch village with this seamless tour that includes round-trip coach transfers, guided walk, and tastings!

  • Dive into the maritime heritage of Volendam with a short film and visit the historic Botterwerf shipyard. Watch boats being restored for a glimpse into fishing traditions.

  • Visit the Henri Willig Cheese Farm & Clog Factory to learn how traditional wooden clogs are expertly carved and savour samples of creamy, locally-made Gouda cheese.

  • Wander at your own pace through Volendam's harbour and streets using a self-guided walking tour, with a multilingual audio guide, a handy digital map, and local insider tips.

  • Make the most of your day with special discounts at local restaurants, museums, and shops, plus enjoy 10% off your Henri Willig cheese purchases.

from €25
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Aerial view of Zaanse Schans windmills by the river near Amsterdam.
Cheese tasting demonstration at Zaanse Schans with shelves of cheese wheels.
Traditional Dutch house by a canal at Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Wooden shoes display at Zaanse Schans shop with visitors browsing.
Driver and guide standing by a tour bus at Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Windmills in a green field at Zaanse Schans, Netherlands, part of the Charm of Holland tour.
Tour guide leading visitors at Keukenhof with Dutch flag in background.
Cheese tasting experience at Zaanse Schans with visitors sampling local varieties.
Clog maker demonstrating shoe crafting at Zaanse Schans workshop.
Visitors holding wooden clogs during a live demonstration at Zaanse Schans.
Guests walking at Zaanse Schans cheese farm entrance, Netherlands.
Person holding cheese wheel at Zaanse Schans with windmills in the background.
Wooden shoes displayed for sale at Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Guests receiving wooden clogs at Zaanse Schans during a guided tour.
Windmills at Zaanse Schans with a reflection in the water, Netherlands.
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3 hr 30 min
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  • Short on time? This 3.5-hour tour covers windmills, local cheese, and Dutch village charm with comfy transport from the heart of Amsterdam.

  • Follow your guide in English, Spanish, French, or German as you stroll through Zaanse Schans & admire its classic windmills and postcard-perfect charm.

  • Watch craftspeople shape wood into clogs at a working workshop and learn how this traditional footwear became a national icon in the Netherlands.

  • Take a peek inside a working cheese farm, see the process in action, and taste delicious varieties of Dutch cheese made on site.

  • Select a longer 5-hour guided tour with more flexibility, bonus free time at key locations, and expert guidance in your preferred language.

More details

  • Short on time? This 3.5-hour tour covers windmills, local cheese, and Dutch village charm with comfy transport from the heart of Amsterdam.

  • Follow your guide in English, Spanish, French, or German as you stroll through Zaanse Schans & admire its classic windmills and postcard-perfect charm.

  • Watch craftspeople shape wood into clogs at a working workshop and learn how this traditional footwear became a national icon in the Netherlands.

  • Take a peek inside a working cheese farm, see the process in action, and taste delicious varieties of Dutch cheese made on site.

  • Select a longer 5-hour guided tour with more flexibility, bonus free time at key locations, and expert guidance in your preferred language.

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€28.69
Guests posing at Zaanse Schans windmills, photographed by a guide.
Volendam waterfront with boats docked and traditional Dutch houses.
Family enjoying view of windmills at Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Colorful Dutch houses along the waterfront in Volendam, Netherlands.
Guests enjoying drinks at a café in Volendam during the Zaanse Schans Tour.
Driver and guide standing by a tour bus at Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Guests exploring Volendam during the Zaanse Schans Tour.
Windmills at Zaanse Schans by the water with traditional Dutch houses in the background.
Cheese tasting experience at Zaanse Schans with visitors sampling local varieties.
Guests at Zaanse Schans posing with large yellow clogs, traditional Dutch houses in background.
Fishing boats docked at Volendam harbor, Netherlands.
Man demonstrating wooden clog making in workshop.
Guests enjoying snacks on a bridge in Volendam during the Zaanse Schans Tour.
Windmills at Zaanse Schans with a reflection in the water, Netherlands.
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5 hr 30 min
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  • Take a half-day trip from Amsterdam with round-trip transport to explore Dutch windmills and fishing villages in Zaanse Schans and Volendam.

  • Hop on a comfy single-deck bus & hear stories about the Zaan region in your chosen language, with guides available in English, French, German, or Spanish.

  • Walk among windmills, watch clog artists at work, and sample cheeses made using old family recipes in the charming village of Zaanse Schans.

  • Volendam offers history and charm, with church visits, lakeside walks, and the fascinating traditions of the town’s long-standing fishing industry.

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  • Take a half-day trip from Amsterdam with round-trip transport to explore Dutch windmills and fishing villages in Zaanse Schans and Volendam.

  • Hop on a comfy single-deck bus & hear stories about the Zaan region in your chosen language, with guides available in English, French, German, or Spanish.

  • Walk among windmills, watch clog artists at work, and sample cheeses made using old family recipes in the charming village of Zaanse Schans.

  • Volendam offers history and charm, with church visits, lakeside walks, and the fascinating traditions of the town’s long-standing fishing industry.

from €39
€33.15

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Windmills at Zaanse Schans near Amsterdam with people on a dock.
Giethoorn canal with traditional houses and windmill in Zaanse Schans day tour.
Small electric boat on a canal in Giethoorn, passing under a wooden bridge with thatched-roof houses nearby.
Private boat trip through Giethoorn canal with traditional thatched-roof houses.
Wooden clog workshop with machinery in Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Cheese wheels aging on shelves at Volendam Cheese Factory with wooden vats in foreground.
Windmills and grazing goats in Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Thatched-roof house and wooden bridge over canal in Giethoorn, Netherlands.
Wooden clogs on a workbench in Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Cheese wheels aging on shelves in a Dutch cheese factory, part of Giethoorn & Zaanse Schans Day Tour.
Cheese maker demonstrating process in front of shelves with cheese wheels.
Clog making factory with traditional machinery and wooden clogs on display.
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9 hr
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  • Go on a full-day tour from Amsterdam to two Dutch villages: Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans, with round-trip transfers, a small group of 8, and an English-speaking guide.

  • Discover Zaanse Schans, an open-air museum famous for its traditional windmills, green wooden houses, and authentic 18th/19th-century village charm.

  • Enjoy a guided visit to a clogs and cheese factory, complete with cheese tasting and insights into Dutch craftsmanship.

  • Cruise Giethoorn’s peaceful canals in a small, private, open-top electric boat—enjoy the scenery or even try steering the boat yourself.

  • Experience the unique “Dutch Venice” lifestyle, where charming thatched-roof farmhouses and wooden bridges line car-free canals.

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  • Go on a full-day tour from Amsterdam to two Dutch villages: Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans, with round-trip transfers, a small group of 8, and an English-speaking guide.

  • Discover Zaanse Schans, an open-air museum famous for its traditional windmills, green wooden houses, and authentic 18th/19th-century village charm.

  • Enjoy a guided visit to a clogs and cheese factory, complete with cheese tasting and insights into Dutch craftsmanship.

  • Cruise Giethoorn’s peaceful canals in a small, private, open-top electric boat—enjoy the scenery or even try steering the boat yourself.

  • Experience the unique “Dutch Venice” lifestyle, where charming thatched-roof farmhouses and wooden bridges line car-free canals.

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Tour guide explaining to a group in Amsterdam street during Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken tour.
Windmill at Zaanse Schans with clear blue sky in the Netherlands.
Man working in a traditional Dutch windmill at Zaanse Schans during a full-day tour from Amsterdam.
Family enjoying view of windmills at Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Tour bus on highway for Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, Marken tour.
Windmill and green house by the water in Zaanse Schans, Netherlands.
Windmills at Zaanse Schans with green fields and blue sky in the Netherlands.
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4 hr 30 min
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  • No struggling with translations—your Spanish-speaking guide makes Dutch history easy and fun, from windmills to wooden shoes!

  • Perfect if you’re short on time! In three hours, you’ll see windmills, visit cheese and clog workshops, and be back in Amsterdam before you know it.

  • Forget about planning transport. Round-trip transfers from Amsterdam make getting to Zaanse Schans easy!

  • Ever seen a shoe made from scratch? Watch skilled craftsmen turn wood into classic Dutch clogs using traditional techniques at this clog-making factory.

  • Say cheese! Visit a traditional farm, see how Dutch gouda is made, and taste delicious samples before grabbing a wedge to take home.

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  • No struggling with translations—your Spanish-speaking guide makes Dutch history easy and fun, from windmills to wooden shoes!

  • Perfect if you’re short on time! In three hours, you’ll see windmills, visit cheese and clog workshops, and be back in Amsterdam before you know it.

  • Forget about planning transport. Round-trip transfers from Amsterdam make getting to Zaanse Schans easy!

  • Ever seen a shoe made from scratch? Watch skilled craftsmen turn wood into classic Dutch clogs using traditional techniques at this clog-making factory.

  • Say cheese! Visit a traditional farm, see how Dutch gouda is made, and taste delicious samples before grabbing a wedge to take home.

from €25
€21.25

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  • Hit all the spots on your bucket list by riding seamlessly on the GVB public transport, including buses, trams, metros, and ferries.

  • Enjoy a free canal cruise from numerous spots across the city or rent a bike for free and discover Amsterdam at your own pace.

  • Choose between 24/48/72/96/120-hour passes, skip long ticketing queues with just one digital pass & upgrade to include audio guides.

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  • Explore Amsterdam’s top attractions for free or at discounted rates and access unlimited public transport with the iAmsterdam city card.

  • Save big at 70+ attractions, including popular sights like free entry to Rijksmuseum, and discounts at the Heineken Experience, Madame Tussauds & more.

  • Hit all the spots on your bucket list by riding seamlessly on the GVB public transport, including buses, trams, metros, and ferries.

  • Enjoy a free canal cruise from numerous spots across the city or rent a bike for free and discover Amsterdam at your own pace.

  • Choose between 24/48/72/96/120-hour passes, skip long ticketing queues with just one digital pass & upgrade to include audio guides.

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Giacomo Gori

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An excellent experience with the City Card! We used it for museums, attractions, and public transportation without any issues. Everything was easy, fast, and extremely convenient: no queues, quick access, and great savings in both time and money. Highly recommended to enjoy Amsterdam freely and without stress!

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Dziuljeta Flenderiene

Dziuljeta

Jan 2026

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Huge thanks go to our guide Bea who was nrilliant at presenting the objects, telling the history of the Netherlands and describing the oeculiarities of the region as well as taking care of the entire group! The driver Ali was very polite, attentive and careful! Thank you both as well as the company Camaleon Tours for organising such an interesting trip.

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Kenneth

Ireland
Oct 2025

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I enjoyed the cheese tasting and clog making. Our tour guide Rob and our driver Richard made the experience seamless and run smoothly and both informative and entertaining.

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Paul Sim
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Paul

United States
Oct 2025

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Tour guide Xavier and driver William were amazing. Very knowledgeable and also very funny which set the mood perfect. The tour was great. Aside from changing the itinerary due to road construction/closures the tour was what I expected. They added few things in place of what we couldn't do. The windmills were great. The cheese and clog making was very interesting. The towns we walked through were beautiful. Highly recommend as a day trip tour to get out of amsterdam.

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Kelly Clements
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Kelly

United States
Aug 2025

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It was a perfect day! The coach was immaculate and our guide was knowledgeable and kind. The first stop to the cheese making was very interesting and the cheeses were delicious. The second stop for clog making and the windmills in the Dutch countryside were stunning.

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Mike Suharti
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Mike

Indonesia
Jan 2026
It was beautiful day during the tour. Love our friendly guide Richard. They their time to take us in every place we suppose to go. And I really enjoy

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Soukaina ELHAMDI
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Soukaina

Morocco
Jan 2026
I appreciate the experience with all its details, Mrs BEA was the perfect guide for such tour, she gave us all the necessary information about the different places we went to, she was kind and helpful, I hoped all guides were like BEA 😁💕 Special thanks to Fateh, the driver who was helpful and professional as well 🙏

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Barbara Karagiannopoulos
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Barbara

United States
Jan 2026
Rob the tour guide was great! The shoe making and cheese experience was amazing! The woman doing the demonstrations was so funny! The windmill town is adorable, I wish I extended the tour to the 5 hours so we could spend more time there.

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