Experience the beauty of Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans on a private tour. Explore historic villages, see windmills, try traditional crafts, and taste local delicacies. Book now!
Experience the beauty of Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans on a private tour. Explore historic villages, see windmills, try traditional crafts, and taste local delicacies. Book now!
- Giethoorn - Often referred to as the “Venice of the North,” Giethoorn is celebrated for its numerous canals, charming footpaths, and quaint bridges. Visitors can wander through this enchanting village on foot and enjoy a relaxing boat tour through the scenic canals.
- Zaanse Schans - Explore the Dutch countryside by visiting the historic…
- Giethoorn - Often referred to as the “Venice of the North,” Giethoorn is celebrated for its numerous canals, charming footpaths, and quaint bridges. Visitors can wander through this enchanting village on foot and enjoy a relaxing boat tour through the scenic canals.
- Zaanse Schans - Explore the Dutch countryside by visiting the historic open-air museum of Zaanse Schans. Here, you can see windmills, waterlands, cheese makers, and clog factories up close while learning about the area’s rich history. The site features traditional wooden windmills and distinctive green wooden houses, relocated to recreate the ambiance of an 18th/19th-century village, where oil, paint, mustard, and paper were once produced.
The tour includes approximately 3 hours of activities, such as a boat tour, wooden shoe-making demonstrations, and a visit to a cheese factory. A photo stop at the bank of the Zaan River is also included, offering the best panoramic view of all the windmills!

- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Lunch
Embark on a full-day private trip where we weave the stunning landscapes with the historical hamlets of Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans. You’ll get to observe windmills, delve into traditional crafts, and savor local delights such as cheese and cookies. Our professional guides, Eva and Sarah, are skilled drivers and excellent hosts!
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Embark on a full-day private trip where we weave the stunning landscapes with the historical hamlets of Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans. You’ll get to observe windmills, delve into traditional crafts, and savor local delights such as cheese and cookies. Our professional guides, Eva and Sarah, are skilled drivers and excellent hosts!
Setting off from Amsterdam early, we will be the first ones to visit Giethoorn, evading the rush and experiencing some private moments either on a boat in the water or walking along the canal and bridges, a perfect setup for capturing great photos! We also set aside time for shopping or unwinding with a coffee in a genuine Dutch cafe.
In the afternoon, our destination is the Zaanse Schans, a leading Dutch heritage site located near Amsterdam! Revel in the majestic windmills, the tranquil water, and Dutch traditional culture! Sample some cheese and try wearing authentic wooden shoes! This top Dutch spot introduces you to two mills, with the entrance fees already included.
- infants seats on request, need to contact before
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.