• Amsterdam - Begin your journey with a convenient pick-up from your hotel in Amsterdam.

• Museummolen Schermer - Travel to the Schermer, one of Holland’s largest reclaimed land areas, adorned with windmills! In the 17th century, the Schermeer lake was drained by 52 mills, creating the Schermerpolder, a remarkable example of water management from the Golden Age. Visit the Museum Mill to explore it from top to bottom, witnessing the mill’s operation and learning about life in windmills.

• Schermer Mills - Enjoy a scenic drive along the dikes through the reclaimed land of the Schermer, passing by Esther’s family windmill and charming small villages.

• De Rijp - Explore De Rijp, once a bustling fishing village renowned for its herring fleet and whalers. After the surrounding sea was drained, De Rijp became encircled by land. Birthplace of the famous hydraulic engineer Jan Adriaanzoon Leeghwater, De Rijp remains free from mass tourism and is a delightful village to visit.

• De Beemster - Drive through the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Beemster, featuring reclaimed land known as Polders. After the Beemster Lake was drained, a meticulously planned system of roads, plots, farms, and canals was established across the polder. Admire the stunning farmhouses and lush green meadows.

• Jacobs Hoeve Cheese Farm by Henri Willig - Indulge in a cheese tasting at a cheese farm in Katwoude.

At Henri Willig’s cheese farm, savor Gouda and Edam cheese, ranked among the world’s top 10 cheesemakers. Cheese enthusiasts will find themselves in cheese paradise with 30 flavors, crafted specifically for travel. Curious about clog-making? Attend the wooden shoe craft demonstration and discover the process. You can even try on or purchase a pair of wooden shoes!

• Volendam - Enjoy lunchtime.

Choose your preferred lunch spot. With local knowledge, we can recommend many delightful places, whether it’s a local fish restaurant or a traditional Dutch pancake house. Share your preferences, and we’ll make the arrangements.

• Edam - Travel back in time and experience the allure of Edam, one of the Netherlands’ most picturesque towns. Renowned for its famous Edam cheese, this well-preserved town offers a perfect mix of history, culture, and Dutch authenticity.
• Broek - Broek in Waterland

This village, surrounded by water, is one of Holland’s most beautiful. Comparable to the famous Dutch water village Giethoorn, enjoy a leisurely stroll past old wooden houses with preserved original details, such as ceremonial doors and carved lintels, and visit a beautifully restored sixteenth-century church. The floor is paved with tombstones of Broek in Waterland’s formerly wealthy residents.

• Amsterdam - Return to your hotel in Amsterdam.

• Private transportation
• Entrance fees
• Bottled water
• Parking fees
• Cheese tasting

• Lunch
• Gratuities

This Countryside Windmill Tour provides a unique experience off the beaten path as participants journey through the picturesque northern Holland countryside. The tour includes a drive through the UNESCO-listed Beemster Polder, showcasing Dutch expertise in land reclamation. Visitors will explore scenic villages, historical windmills, and the delightful cheese town of Edam. The tour also features a delightful tasting of Gouda and Edam cheeses, concluding with a leisurely walk through the charming village of Broek in Waterland.

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