Amsterdam to Giethoorn & Zaanse Schans Windmills Day Tour: A Must-Visit Dutch Experience
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Amsterdam
Experience the best of Holland on this day tour from Amsterdam. Visit the Zaanse Schans windmills and explore the charming village of Giethoorn, known as the 'Venice of the North'. Don't miss this must-visit Dutch experience!
Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Zaanse Schans - See a typical Dutch clog shop and learn how and why these wooden shoes were made. Visit the cheese factory.
  • Giethoorn - Next stop is Giethoorn, typically referred to as
    ‘Venice of the North’. As cars aren’t allowed, transportation is traditionally on foot, by bike, or by boat. You can experience how the Dutch live with and on the water. Learn about the outstanding water-management techniques of the Dutch and you can see the beautiful farmhouses and the many picturesque bridges of this idyllic village with merely 2500 inhabitants.

After your boat tour, you’ll have time at leisure to explore Giethoorn. Stroll around centuries of history of traditional Dutch craftsmanship. Discover the unique Dutch culture with guidance and recommendations from your personal guide.

What's Included
  • Bottled water included
  • Enjoy a 1-hour scenic boat cruise
  • Professional driver and guide
  • Explore cheese and clog factories
  • Live commentary during the tour
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This excursion is essential for individuals keen on exploring Holland’s primary attractions. Hop onto a comfortable, air-conditioned bus, which will take you to the Zaanse Schans in just 20 minutes. The Zaanse Schans, an open-air museum, is definitely worth your time. Experience a conventional Dutch clog shop and tour a cheese manufacturing unit. Witness various fully functional windmills and Dutch craftsmen. You can observe them as they demonstrate their craft. Learn about the remarkable history of the windmills that kick-started the Netherlands’ Golden Age. Following this, enjoy a scenic drive through the Dutch polders, man-made landscapes, to the enchanting village of Giethoorn, often referred to as the “Northern Venice”. Your next adventure involves a one-hour guided boat tour. Marvel at the sights, journey under quaint bridges as the boatman shares an intriguing history of Giethoorn. Take some time to traverse the village independently, either on foot or bike, and perhaps partake in a delectable meal!

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Location
De Ruijterkade 151
De Ruijterkade
Meet your guide between 07:45 and 08:00 in front of the Aloha Bowling on De Ruijterkade 153. Your guide will be holding a WHITE UMBRELLA with the logo of DUTCHTRIPS. Please arrive between 7:45 and 8:00, as we will be departing promptly at 08:00 and returning around 18:00.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Hueyshan_y
Apr 10, 2024
This is a really good... - This is a really good trip. The tour guide and the company really trying their best and did extra for the customer. Our trip covers for the cheese and clog demonstration, there is a jewelry shop and some ladies interested and tour guide said he can ask the shop to do demo to them as well. My trip for the next day got cancel and the tour guide ( Dutchtrip ) helps to check for other travel agent's trip so that my stays in Amsterdam are cover with the day trip. He explained thru the journey of what is the highlight and share history with us. This is a great trip.
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Amanda_p
Apr 9, 2024
Great tour! - Thoroughly enjoyed this tour! Zaanse schans was a lovely little town, especially enjoyable in the early morning before the crowds came in. Giethoorn was a fun neighborhood to sail in. Overall an essential experience while in Amsterdam!
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Jenny_o
Apr 8, 2024
Jay made our day😁 - Went on this day trip. Jay was our guide and he was amazing. So informative and helpful. Rain ruined our morning at the windmills but it was still lovely. When we got to Geithorn it was dry and this was gorgeous too. Had a really great day and would highly recommend.
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Devershi
Apr 7, 2024
A must do. Book with Ibrahim, if there's an option. - Awesome tour and a day well spent. Have taken many tours in Europe and this was one of the best and definitely the best tour guide. Thanks Ibrahim for being so entertaining and helping.
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Maryann_w
Apr 3, 2024
True country scenery - Beautiful country side , good friendly , knowledgeable driver/guide .Unique village and canal cruise
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Mia_m
Mar 29, 2024
Fun - Fernando rocked!! One of the best tours I’ve had through Viator ( and Ive done tours all over the world). The most friendly and kind human! Thank you
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Cindy_h
Mar 27, 2024
Add To Your MUST Do List - An absolute grand day of exploring the countryside that we would not have gotten to do otherwise! Fernando made it an u believable experience that we will never forget!
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Queenie
Mar 25, 2024
Highly recommended !! - Highly recommended, nice and super family tour guide with rich knowledges on the story and history of Netherlands, well planned itinerary with enough time to explore the places
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A4481ebannat
Mar 25, 2024
Amazing experience 😍 - It was one of the most beautiful things we did in the Netherlands ! Imbrahim is so kind, friendly and caring with everyone and explains everything you need to know for the Netherlands 🇳🇱 everything was well organised and I suggest you not to leave from 🇳🇱 without this experience ❤️
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Sheetal_g
Mar 23, 2024
We had a very good time... - We had a very good time on the tour. Out guide Fernando was very knowledgeable! Had ample time to roam the places at leisure too
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