Visit Zaanse Schans, Volendam, Cheese Factory and Monnickendam

Overview

Upon meeting your driver guide at the designated location, head for Zaanse Schans, an outdoor museum including wooden homes, shops, and operational windmills from the 18th and 19th centuries. Visit the Clog Museum to observe traditional craftsmanship and wooden shoemakers in action. Learn the craft of making cheese in the Netherlands by visiting a cheese farm plus a visit to the picturesque and charming towns of Volendam and Monnickendam. The remaining tour time is allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off. We will pick up passengers from their hotel in the Amsterdam area. Cruise ports: Amsterdam or Ijmuiden. Minivan is not adequate for wheelchair users.

What's included

• ✓Driver guide
• ✓Bottled water
• ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
• ✓Tickets to one windmill at Zaanse Schans.
• ✓Parking Fees

• ✕Lunch
• ✕Gratuities

What you'll do

1. 1

   In the 18th and 19th centuries, a collection of functional windmills, wooden homes, stables, and shops may be seen in the windmill town of Zaanse Schans, which is an outdoor museum. All of these structures were relocated here starting in 1961, revitalizing the Zaan region’s most profitable era. Enter one windmill which is included in your excursion, and see how these wind-powered industries operate. Get out on the balcony to experience the power of the wind yourself and to enjoy the lovely view of the countryside. Access ticket to one of these windmills: Oil mill: De Bonte Hen or De Zoeker. Sawmill Het Jonge Schaap or dye mill De Kat.

   ⏱ 3 hours
2. 2

   Still manufacturing wooden shoes using the same old machinery that was used more than a century ago. Both young and elderly find the process to be a fascinating spectacle.

   ⏱ 15 min
3. 3

   Nothing says “Dutch” like cheese! Visit the Catharina Hoeve Farm to sample some.

   ⏱ 15 min
4. 4

   You will visit the iconic dike in Volendam with a view on the lakeside. Volendam is a former fishing town and known for its great fish specialties, the famous Dutch “Salty Haring’, ‘Smoked Eel”and Smoked Mackerel which you can purchase or arrange a lunch at a restaurant with us.

   ⏱ 1 hour
5. 5

   Dutch cheese and clog manufacturer. Immersive cheese experience in the Netherlands. Known for their exceptional cheese-making techniques and a wide range of cheese varieties.

   ⏱ 1 hour

Availability & pricing

2 tour options available. Pick your exact date & check live availability on the booking page.

Good to know

• Service animals allowed
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The remaining tour time is allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off.
• Minivan is not adequate for transporting wheelchairs.

Cancellation policy

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