Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam

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Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes

Discover the Best of the Dutch Countryside: Windmills, Cheese, Fishing Villages & Optional Canal Cruise

Escape the city and explore the beauty of the Dutch countryside on this unforgettable day trip from Amsterdam.

Visit Zaanse Schans, a historic village famous for its iconic windmills, wooden houses, and traditional workshops.

Continue to Edam, we will walk through its charming old town, visit the square where the historic Edam that transport you back in time.

Then, near the colourful fishing village of Volendam, stop at a family-run cheese farm for a live demonstration on how cheeses and clogs are made. You’ll discover how these iconic wooden shoes are crafted by hand.

In Volendam, enjoy free time at the lively harbour and try local specialities like fresh herring or crispy kibbeling.

Your final countryside stop is Marken a quiet, authentic destination where Dutch heritage is beautifully preserved.

After returning to Amsterdam, enhance your day with an optional city canal cruise.

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • Transfer by coach
  • 1-Hour Amsterdam canal cruise with audioguide (if option selected)
  • Tasting of local cheese and other products like cookies , fruits wine

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Food and drinks, unless specified
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off

    Tour available in your selected language

    English
    Spanish

    Additional information

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Location

    Departure point

    De Ruijterkade 151, De Ruijterkade 151, Amsterdam, 1011 AC
    Meet your tour guide at least 15 min before the departure time, at the bus stop in De Ruijterkade 151, (by the Aloha Bowling at the riverside) the bus leaves on time with no exceptions. LOOK FOR THE BLUE UMBRELLAS with our logo Amsterdam Guides & Tours.

    End point

    Buiksloterwegveer, Amsterdam, 1031 CD
    You can take the free ferry to Amsterdam Central Station.

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