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Zaanse Schans windmill and clog factory visit with cheese tasting from Amsterdam

4.5/5
25 reviews

Get a taste of everything that defines Dutch culture in just a short span of hours! Witness windmills, the craft of cheese-making, and skilled artisans fashioning clogs as you venture through this delightful village. Along the streets, you'll find rows of wooden green-painted houses adding to the charm. A knowledgeable, friendly guide will lead you through the village, and afterward, you'll have the opportunity to independently explore the town at your own pace.

After you arrive, your guide will lead you on an introductory tour of the town. You'll have the chance to visit a Wooden Shoemaker's Shop, where they'll offer a live demonstration of crafting wooden shoes. Following that, you'll experience a demonstration at an authentic Dutch Cheese Farm. You can taste as much cheese as you want at the shop!

Once you're ready to explore Zaanse Schans independently, your guide will share more insights about the village's uniqueness, local history, and culture. They'll also provide insider recommendations for activities and destinations. With this information, you're all set to embark on your self-guided exploration before returning to Amsterdam

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Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Amsterdam
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Language:English, Spanish, German
Availability: Daily
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Group tour
Transport included

Why you’ll love this…

  • Witness and capture images of operational windmills.
  • Discover the process of crafting Dutch cheese at an authentic farm
  • Observe skilled traditional artisans crafting clogs and other items.
  • Roam around the scenic village, admiring its green-painted houses.
  • Enjoy a guided tour led by a knowledgeable guide for a personalized experience.

Important to know

Extra fees to be paid on site:

  • Entry to windmills costs around €5.50 tickets, available at service desk

Know in advance:

  • The tour's itinerary may vary depending on the guide on the day
  • This tour involves a small amount of walking
  • Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions
  • It may be operated by a multilingual guided
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers
  • Children up to and including 3 years old are free of charge (not occupying a seat)
  • The tour runs no matter the weather
  • You'll receive an open departure ticket for the ferry (if option selected) during check-in of the tour

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Wooden shoemaker
  • Cheesetasting
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach
  • Live commentary on board

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Stationsplein 4, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Meeting point:

The meeting point is only a 1-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station. When you arrive at Amsterdam Central, exit through the Stations-side (city side) main entrance onto Stationsplein. You'll see the location at Stationsplein 4, in the white Stromma building, just a short walk across the square towards the city centre. Use Google Maps for the most accurate directions.

Provider

Tour Company


What people say about this experience

4.5/5

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Based on 25 reviews


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Value for money

4.6/5

Service

3.8/5

Safety

3.8/5

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    1 June 2025
    5

    United Kingdom

    I enjoyed the experience and that part of Netherlands which you can’t see them in Amsterdam. It was wonderful experience

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    9 September 2024
    5

    United Kingdom

    We absolutely loved this tour and will book it again should we return to Amsterdam in the future. Special shout out to Rick our tour guide who was very informative and put a smile on our faces from start to finish. Rene the bus driver was also brilliant. Overall 10/10!

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    5 August 2024
    5

    United Kingdom

    The canal ride was not on this trip you had to rebook using the discount code. One of our codes didn't work and the poor lad who checked us in was getting frustrated with the technical difficulties of it all. Also it was just as well we had another day in Amsterdam because we wouldn't have had time.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    1 August 2024
    5

    United Kingdom

    Trip was well organised and our tour guide was very informative. Lovely place to visit, glad we went and would definitely recommend to others

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    18 May 2022
    5

    United States

    We had a great time on the Windmill tour to Zaanse Schans. We had plenty of time to roam the area, see wooden shoes be made, and cheese tour. We took the same trip the day before with another tour company. We went to three locations, but didn't have much time at each before leaving to the next.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    17 March 2022
    5

    United Kingdom

    Great little trip away from the city. The guide provided interesting trivia and information during the coach drive and arranged enough time for the set activities and free time. Recommended!