Explore Zaanse Schans Windmills, Volendam with Ferry to Marken

Overview

After meeting your 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 in Catharina Hoeve. Then a visit Edam and learn more about its iconic Edam “cheese balls”. After that, we will drive to the charming town of Volendam where you can appreciate and absorbe the culture. Following this visit, you will be going to Marken where you will walk around and get a perspective of the life and history of this town. No doubt that for a short period you will be caught in the time warp. The tour ends at the designated departure location. 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

• ✓Private transportation
• ✓Driver guide
• ✓Tickets to the Marker Museum
• ✓Bottled water
• ✓Volendam-Marken ferry ticket
• ✓Tickets to one windmill at Zaanse Schans.

• ✕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.

   ⏱ 2 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.

   ⏱ 2 hours
5. 5

   It’s time to get onboard the local ferry in Volendam to cross the serene waters to Marken. Admire the stunning landscapes along the way. You will feel like you have stepped into a Dutch painting. The boat will take you right to the old and idyllic harbour of Marken.

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.