Volendam, Edam and windmills guided tour from Amsterdam
Excursions & day trips

Volendam, Edam and windmills guided tour from Amsterdam

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Language: English , German , Spanish , French
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: Flexible
Safety measures applied
Do this because
  • See the historic windmills of Zaanse Schans
  • Learn how Dutch cheese in made in a farm
  • Stroll the twisting streets of Volendam, and feel the fishing village atmosphere
  • Watch traditional craftsmen at work, making clogs and other artifacts
  • Taste the delicious Dutch cheese at a cheese farm
What to expect

Get a break from Amsterdam with a scenic day trip on a 6.5 hour guided tour around the Dutch countryside. Start with a 20-minute drive to the windmill village of Zaanse Schans, situated on the banks of the river Zaan and home to the original 18th and 19th-century architecture, including several still functioning windmills and wooden houses. Watch live demonstrations of artisans at work, including a clog maker crafting wooden shoes worn by hundreds of years of Dutch people. There will be some free time to explore on your own before continuing through typical polder landscapes (reclaimed land from the water).

From there on, we continue to the beautiful Edam village, also called the pearl of the former Zuiderzee. Edam's old streets and quiet canals are lined by beautiful 17th-century buildings, including the leaning Carillon tower, the Big Church, and the former town hall. The public weighing house is most famous in Edam, beyond doubt. This is where the famous Edam Cheese Market is held every year between July and August. After a stroll around this historic village, you'll have the opportunity to see how Edam's world-famous cheese is made. And, of course, to taste some cheese on a nearby cheese farm.

Finally, your guide will take you on a short walk through the oldest parts of Volendam, exploring various twists and turns to sites such as St. Vincent's Church, the wooden Stolphoevekerk, and the Fish Auction. You can also enjoy a walk on top of the Dike.

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COVID-19 information
The following health and safety measures are in place, so you can relax and enjoy your experience.
  • The experience complies with government regulations
  • What's included
    • Guided tour
    • Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
    • Food tasting
    • Entrance ticket
    What's not included
    • Food and drinks
    • Entrance fees
    Where

    De Ruijterkade 105, Amsterdam, Netherlands

    Meeting point:
    De Ruijterkade 105 is only a 6 minute walk from the Amsterdam Central Station. From the front of the Amsterdam Central Station (Stationsplein), turn to your left and walk in the eastern direction. Keep on walking and cross the small bridge. Walk until you reach the Doubletree By Hilton hotel. Turn left and follow the walkway underneath the railway crossing. After this crossing, our departue point is on your right.
    What to remember
    • This tour is led by a multilingual guide
    • This tour will include in its price some cheese tasting and a shoe-making demonstration
    • Tickets for the Amsterdam canal cruise are optional and need to be selected at check-out
    • The Amsterdam canal cruise will depart from Stromma Central Station at Prins Hendrikkade 37A, 1012 TM Amsterdam (opposite the Central Station) and is operated by 100 Highlights Cruise
    • You will receive an open departure ticket during check-in of the tour and can join the canal cruise in your own leisure
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    Booking fee
    Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
    Cancellation policy
    Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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      From United Kingdom - March 2022

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      Very interesting and enjoyable trip, lots to see and investigate. Would recommend

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