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From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans & Cheese Tasting Half-Day Guided Tour

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Keukenhof windmills with tourists enjoying cheese tasting in Belgium.
Traditional dutch landscape in Zaanse Schans, Netherlands, Europe
Zaanse Schans windmills and traditional Dutch houses on full-day tour from Amsterdam.

Duration

3 hrs 30 mins

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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.

    • Half-day guided tour of Zaanse Schans (3.5 hours)
    • English, German, French or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
    • Round-trip transfers from Amsterdam
    • Live clog-making demonstration
    • Entry to a Dutch cheese farm
    • Local cheese tasting at a shop
    • Food and drinks
    • Gratuities
    • Entry fee to the windmills at Zaanse Schans
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Guests from United States, Argentina, Portugal and over 11 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Katrina Sarre

    Katrina

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    The Windmills were really impressive and we enjoyed the demonstration of clog making and how the cheese is made. Unfortunately it was extremely busy but our tour guide ensured we got to see everything.
    Donimirska-Wodzicka Magdalena

    Donimirska-wodzicka

    Mar, 2025Verified booking

    3/5
    The trip is a bit too long considering the attractions that weare offered. Both presentations about shues and cheese production took not more than 5 minutes while the time fot shopping was almost 60 min or more. I feld like the trip was about the sale instead of presenting the main content.
    Guillermo pedro gully

    Guillermo

    May, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Every was very nice and interesting
    Varun Sharma

    Varun

    May, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Schmidlin  Willy

    Schmidlin

    May, 2025Verified booking

    3/5
  • What to bring

    • Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.
    • Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for extras not covered by the ticket.
    • Be prepared for unpredictable weather. Pack umbrellas for a weather-ready kit.

    What’s not allowed

    • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
    • Entry to windmills is not included with these tickets.

    Accessibility

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

    Additional information

    • Check-in closes 15 minutes before the tour starts. Late arrivals cannot be rescheduled, so be sure to arrive on time!
    • This tour includes plenty of walking and some steps, so comfy shoes are a must!
    • This tour is limited to a maximum of 60 travelers.
    • Infants (0-3 years) join for free but won’t have a seat—they must sit on their guardian’s lap and don’t need to be included in the booking.
    • This tour runs as scheduled, rain or shine.
    • 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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