Explore Holland’s countryside with a private guided tour tailored for seniors. Visit windmills, quaint villages, and taste Gouda cheese in 30 flavors.
Explore Holland’s countryside with a private guided tour tailored for seniors. Visit windmills, quaint villages, and taste Gouda cheese in 30 flavors.
- Amsterdam - Begin the journey with a pick-up from your hotel in Amsterdam, then proceed to the Schermer.
- Museummolen Schermer - Explore one of Holland’s largest reclaimed land areas, adorned with windmills! In the 17th century, 52 mills drained the Schermeer lake, creating the Schermerpolder, a remarkable example of water management from the…
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Amsterdam - Begin the journey with a pick-up from your hotel in Amsterdam, then proceed to the Schermer.
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Museummolen Schermer - Explore one of Holland’s largest reclaimed land areas, adorned with windmills! In the 17th century, 52 mills drained the Schermeer lake, creating the Schermerpolder, a remarkable example of water management from the Golden Age. Visit the Museum Mill to see its workings and learn about life in a windmill.
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Schermerhorn - Enjoy a scenic drive along the dikes through the reclaimed lands of the Schermer, passing by Esther’s family windmill and charming small villages.
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De Rijp - Discover De Rijp, once a bustling fishing village known for its herring fleet and whalers. After the surrounding sea was drained, De Rijp became landlocked. Birthplace of renowned hydraulic engineer Jan Adriaanzoon Leeghwater, this village is free from mass tourism and offers a delightful visit.
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Droogmakerij de Beemster (Beemster Polder) - Travel through the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Beemster, featuring reclaimed land known as Polders. After the Beemster Lake was drained, a network of roads, plots, farms, and canals was meticulously planned across the polder. Admire the beautiful farmhouses and lush green meadows.
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Edam - Visit the renowned cheese town of Edam. Stroll through the historic center and explore a charming candy shop filled with chocolate and Dutch licorice.
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Edam - Lunchtime
Choose your preferred lunch spot. With local knowledge, we can recommend many delightful places, whether it’s a local fish restaurant or a traditional Dutch pancake house. Share your preferences, and we’ll make the arrangements.
- Broek - Broek in Waterland
This picturesque village, surrounded by water, is one of the most beautiful in Holland, akin to the famous Dutch water village Giethoorn. Enjoy a leisurely walk past old wooden houses with preserved original features, such as ceremonial doors and carved lintels, and visit a beautifully restored sixteenth-century church. The floor is paved with tombstones of the formerly wealthy residents of Broek in Waterland.
- Amsterdam - Return to your hotel in Amsterdam.
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Parking fees
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Parking fees
- Lunch
- Lunch
This tour is specially made for seniors or people who have mobility problems. Discover the enchanting world of Holland’s windmills with the Windmill Girls. We are two passionate local guides who were raised in windmills. During this private tour of the idyllic countryside , we drive through and visit quaint little villages. We make stopovers in less…
This tour is specially made for seniors or people who have mobility problems. Discover the enchanting world of Holland’s windmills with the Windmill Girls. We are two passionate local guides who were raised in windmills. During this private tour of the idyllic countryside , we drive through and visit quaint little villages. We make stopovers in less touristy gems, such as De Rijp, Schermer, Driehuis, Broek in Waterland and the famous cheese town of Edam. We will visit a windmill from the 17th century that was responsible for regaining land. Guided by the Windmill Girls, you will explore the most picturesque windmill sites and charming villages. Our tours include a visit to an exceptional cheese shop, where you can taste Edam and Gouda cheese in 30 delightful flavors. Experience the magic of Holland’s windmills with the Windmill Girls, and let our rich heritage and engaging tales make your journey truly unforgettable.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.