Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour from Amsterdam
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Price from
- $286 / person
- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 58 reviews
- Languages
- EN, NL
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Zaan Tours
Description
See the best Holland has to offer in a 7 hour tour which covers the world-famous Zaanse Schans with its windmills. You will also drive through the countryside to the farmers town of Katwoude to visit a cheese farm and the fisherman village of Volendam. Your personal private guide and driver will tell you everything about these places and its history. At Volendam, a stop is scheduled for a typical Dutch lunch (included). At Zaanse Schans, you will visit a wooden shoe workshop for a demonstration of clog making and a working Industrial windmill (entrance fee included). In Volendam, you will board a boat for a boat tour on the former inner sea Zuiderzee. As this is a private tour, you will be picked up and dropped off at your hotel in Amsterdam or any other for you convenient place in or near Amsterdam.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $286
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Zaanse Schans
You will have a guided tour at Zaanse Schans with your private local guide who tell you all about the houses, the windmills and the history of this area.
Kooijman Souvenirs & Clogs Wooden Shoe Workshop
Visit the wooden shoe workshop for a demonstration of clog making and see an exhibition about clogs.
See a working Industrial windmill from the inside and your guide will tell you all about how it works. You will be able to climb up the stairs to the platform.
Jacobs Hoeve Cheese Farm by Henri Willig
Visit a cheese farm in the countryside. Here you will visit the stable of the jersey cows and you will receive an explanation about cheese making in the cheese shop where you ca try all the different cheeses as well.
Haven Volendam
After lunch in Volendam, you will walk along the famous dike with the old fishermans harbour. From Volendam, you will make a boat tour along the former inner sea
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Receive a complimentary bottle of water at the car or minivan
Air-conditioned vehicle
Enjoy a typical Dutch lunch at a restaurant in Volendam (a drink included)
Parking Fees
Boat ticket
Entrance fee for the visit of a windmill
Pickup Locations & Times
We can pick you up from your hotel in Amsterdam, at the cruise port of Amsterdam or at the airport (€50,00 airport surcharge).
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
58 reviews
How it compares in Amsterdam
- Rated higher than 70% of 632 reviewed tours in Amsterdam
- Starting price $286 is 32% below the typical $420 for tours of similar length in Amsterdam
Excurgo comparison of 2,093 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour from Amsterdam take?
Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour from Amsterdam lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour from Amsterdam cost?
Prices start at $286 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 Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour from Amsterdam run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
Can I cancel Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour from Amsterdam for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We can pick you up from your hotel in Amsterdam, at the cruise port of Amsterdam or at the airport (€50,00 airport surcharge).
What languages is Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour from Amsterdam offered in?
The experience is available in EN, NL.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour from Amsterdam worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 58 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Zaan Tours.
Reviews(58)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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