Amsterdam Zaanse Schans Windmills Clogs Cheese Small Group Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3h 30min
- Price from
- $293 / person
- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 10 reviews
- Languages
- EN, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 306
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Dutch Tours and Transfers
- Meeting point
- Please wait at the back entrance of the DoubleTree. You’ll see a small square with four small trees and some seating. The driver will be holding a yellow umbrella or a sign that says Dutch Tours Group.
Description
Leave the city behind and experience classic Dutch countryside—polders, dikes, farmhouses—en route to historic Zaanse Schans. Famous for green wooden houses and windmills along the Zaan River. Stroll with your guide through the village to a traditional clog workshop, watching wooden shoes made by hand and machine. Guide explains the windmills; optional entry. At a cheese farm, learn the cheese-making process with tasting. Free time to explore, photograph, shop. Small group means personal pace. After Zaanse Schans, comfortable minibus returns you to Amsterdam.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Group price
- $293 per vehicle, up to 1 people
Out at sunset: the 2:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:23 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Amsterdam
Scenic drive from Amsterdam through the Dutch countryside
Zaanse Schans
Demonstration at a traditional wooden shoe (clog) workshop
Catharina Hoeve Cheese Farm
Visit to a cheese farm with short presentation and cheese try more than 25 different flavours in the cheese shop.tasting
Molen De Kat
Visit the world's last fully operational paint mill. Hear from your guide how these traditional windmills work and enjoy breathtaking views of the Dutch countryside from the viewing platform. Windmill entry is not included in the tour price. Tickets can be purchased on-site at the windmill. The windmill features stairs, so it's not suitable for those afraid of heights or unable to climb ladders. Your guide will provide full commentary about the windmills. Feel free to explore independently and buy your ticket on the spot if you'd like!
Zaanse Schans
Enjoy 45 minutes of free time to explore the rest of Zaanse Schans at your own pace. Wander through the charming wooden houses, browse traditional Dutch craft shops, or snap photos of the iconic windmills along the Zaan River!
Amsterdam
Relax on the scenic drive back to Amsterdam through the picturesque Dutch countryside, arriving comfortably at your central meeting point near Amsterdam Centraal Station.
What's included
Included
Visit to Zaanse Schans
Professional local guide/host
Demonstrations at clog workshop
Round‑trip transport by comfortable luxury Mercedes minibus/sprinter from Amsterdam
Demonstration and cheese tasting at the cheese farm
Not included
Food and drinks (except tastings at the farm/workshops)
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Gratuities (optional)
Molen De Kat (Adult)
Molen De Kat (Child)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
10 reviews
How it compares in Amsterdam
- Rated higher than 86% of 635 reviewed tours in Amsterdam
Excurgo comparison of 2,107 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchairs and strollers fit in the minibus, but stairs make boarding difficult. Not suitable if you have walking difficulties or can't manage stairs. Always notify us in advance about wheelchairs/strollers due to limited space.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Amsterdam Zaanse Schans Windmills Clogs Cheese Small Group Tour lasts about 3h 30min. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $293 per person for this Amsterdam experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please wait at the back entrance of the DoubleTree. You’ll see a small square with four small trees and some seating. The driver will be holding a yellow umbrella or a sign that says Dutch Tours Group. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 306 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Wheelchairs and strollers fit in the minibus, but stairs make boarding difficult. Not suitable if you have walking difficulties or can't manage stairs. Always notify us in advance about wheelchairs/strollers due to limited space.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchairs and strollers fit in the minibus, but stairs make boarding difficult. Not suitable if you have walking difficulties or can't manage stairs. Always notify us in advance about wheelchairs/strollers due to limited space.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Dutch Tours and Transfers.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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