• Amsterdam - Begin the journey with a pick-up from your hotel in Amsterdam, heading towards the Schermer.

• Museummolen Schermer - Explore one of Holland’s largest reclaimed land areas, dotted with windmills! In the 17th century, 52 mills drained the Schermeer lake, creating the Schermerpolder. This is a remarkable example of water management from the Golden Age. Visit the Museum Mill to see its workings and learn about life in a windmill.

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

• De Rijp - Visit De Rijp, once a bustling fishing village known for its herring fleet and whalers. After the surrounding sea was drained, De Rijp became landlocked. It is the birthplace of Jan Adriaanzoon Leeghwater, the renowned hydraulic engineer. Free from mass tourism, De Rijp is a delightful village to explore.

• Droogmakerij de Beemster (Beemster Polder) - Travel through the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Beemster, featuring reclaimed land known as Polders. After the Beemster Lake was drained, a network of roads, plots, farms, and canals was meticulously planned across the polder. Admire the beautiful farmhouses and lush green meadows.

• Edam - Visit the renowned cheese town of Edam. Stroll through the old center and explore a charming candy shop filled with chocolate and Dutch licorice.

• Edam - Lunchtime

Choose your preferred lunch spot. As locals, we know many great places, whether it’s a local fish restaurant or a traditional Dutch pancake house. Share your preferences, and we’ll make the arrangements.

• Kaasboerderij de Jacobs Hoeve by Henri Willig - Enjoy a Gouda & Edam cheese tasting at Henri Willig’s cheese farm, ranked among the top 10 cheesemakers worldwide. Cheese enthusiasts will find themselves in cheese paradise! With 30 flavors, the cheeses are crafted specifically for travel.
• Broek - Broek in Waterland

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

• Amsterdam - Return to your hotel in Amsterdam.

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• Parking fees

• Lunch

This tour is designed specifically for seniors or individuals with mobility challenges. Explore the captivating world of Holland’s windmills. Led by two enthusiastic local guides who grew up in windmills, this private tour of the scenic countryside includes visits to charming small villages. The tour features stops in less touristy treasures like De Rijp, Schermer, Driehuis, Broek in Waterland, and the renowned cheese town of Edam. Participants will visit a 17th-century windmill that played a role in land reclamation. Discover the most picturesque windmill locations and delightful villages. The tour also includes a visit to a unique cheese shop, offering the opportunity to taste Edam and Gouda cheese in 30 delicious flavors. Experience the wonder of Holland’s windmills and let the rich heritage and captivating stories make the journey truly memorable.

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