Private tour to the Zaanse Windmills and Giethoorn from Amsterdam

Explore Amsterdam with a VIP Johan Cruijff Arena tour and a scenic canal cruise. Discover private rooms and iconic city sights.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Zaanse Schans - Discover the iconic Dutch Windmills and capture some beautiful photos. There are 7 windmills remaining at Zaanse Schans, with a few open for visits. You can explore the paint windmill (where the renowned Dutch artist Rembrandt sourced his paint), a sawmill, a spice mill, and more. Admission to the windmill park and parking fees are included in this tour.

  • Zaanse Schans - Learn about traditional Dutch wooden shoe making and watch a demonstration of how clogs are crafted today. You can purchase wooden shoes, clogs, and other souvenirs at the wooden shoe factory.

  • Zaanse Schans - Tour the paint windmill (where the famous Dutch artist Rembrandt bought his paint) or the unique sawmill. There are also opportunities to take stunning photos of all the windmills.

  • Jacobs Hoeve Cheese Farm by Henri Willig - Visit an authentic Dutch farm with cows and calves. Learn how the Henri Willig farm produces cheese from the milk of Jersey cows, featuring an automatic milking robot. Afterward, enjoy tasting their special Gouda cheese, with over 30 varieties available to sample for free! You can also purchase cheese, and if you lack space in your luggage, they offer shipping to your country.

  • Giethoorn - Explore the charming and picturesque village of Giethoorn, known as the Dutch Venice. Enjoy a guided canal cruise in a large boat or opt to navigate a small boat yourself. If you prefer to steer the boat, inform your driver to make arrangements. After the canal cruise, you can enjoy a delightful lunch at one of the local restaurants or take a leisurely stroll through the scenic town of Giethoorn.

What's Included
  • Tickets for a guided canal cruise
  • Possibility to taste the best cheese for free and to buy cheese, fresh waffles and clogs
  • Pick up by a private air-conditioned Mercedes vehicle with Wifi and bottled water on board
  • Entrance tickets for a windmill to see it from inside
  • Professional driver/host
  • Possibility to drive the boat by yourself
  • Admission to the windmillspark and parking costs
What's Not Included
  • Professional guide
  • Tip (optional)
Additional Information

Discover the charm of one of Holland’s most picturesque villages, Giethoorn, often called the Dutch Venice, on a full-day private sightseeing tour! Enjoy a guided canal cruise in a large boat or opt to navigate a small boat yourself—just let your driver/host know your preference. After exploring Giethoorn, you’ll visit the iconic windmills, the scenic countryside, and a local cheese and clogs factory.

Your journey continues to the unique Dutch park, Zaanse Schans, located not far from Amsterdam. This park features some of the Netherlands’ most remarkable windmills, including those for paint, sawing, spices, and peanut oil.

Next, you’ll witness the traditional craft of clog-making, with opportunities to purchase clogs and other souvenirs. The tour then takes you to the Henri Willig farm, where you’ll learn about cow care, watch milking demonstrations, and even interact with baby cows. Finally, indulge in a free tasting of over 30 varieties of delicious Dutch cheese!

Location
Zaanse Schans
Schansend 1,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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