Day trip
Day trip to the Zaanse Schans Windmills, Edam, Volendam and Marken
Know the dutch countryside during our tour through the Waterland, visiting the area of the windmills, the picturesque village of Edam and Volendam, and, and finally, the old island of Marken
Quick details:
- Destination: Edam, Volendam, Marken, Zaanse Schans
- Duration: 8 Hrs
- Kind of Tour: Daytrip
- Meeting Point: Aloha Bowling
- Time: 8:30 / 09:30 /10:00 hours
From
39€
Discover the most iconic towns in the Netherlands
Whatever your travel itinerary to Amsterdam is, we have a day trip that you surely cannot miss: windmills, dams, medieval towns and an island below sea level. There are those who believe that you can get to know the Netherlands just by visiting Amsterdam, but the truth is that they could not be more wrong. Because the best is yet to come and this Zaanse Schans tour is the perfect mix between culture, strolling and gastronomy. What do you say? Are you ready to become a master of the Dutch Golden Age?
Barely 20 km away from the capital you can find the true essence of Holland in the evergreen countryside. The impressive windmills of Zaanse Schans are just the appetizer of this adventure. A day trip to Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam is the ideal way to discover the charm of the Dutch countryside. This Zaanse Schans day trip combines tradition and history in one unforgettable journey. We will visit Edam, an authentic jewel of the 14th century surrounded by extensive green meadows. We will make our stop to eat and rest in Volendam, a fishing village known for its picturesque port, and we will finish our tour with a visit to Marken, an old fishing island with just over a thousand inhabitants. Are you ready?
- Specialized (and very nice) guide
- Bus transportation for the entire tour
- Live demonstration of clog making
- Cheese tasting
- Lunch (optional: € 14)
- Ferry ride from Volendam to the island of Marken (optional: € 8.50)
Must cancel or change before 48 hours of the departure
1. What happens if it rains?
Our tours run as scheduled, rain or shine! Weather in the Netherlands can change quickly, so we recommend bringing a light jacket or umbrella. In case of extreme conditions, we’ll contact you with an alternative or refund option.
2. Is lunch included during the tour?
During the excursion, there is free time in one of the villages for lunch. You can include lunch when booking the tour, but if not, don’t worry; our guides can also recommend places to eat or even dine at the restaurant.
3. How many people are in each group?
Regular tours usually have around 30–60 participants, while private tours are just your group and the guide.
4. Are the tours suitable for children or families?
Yes! Most of our tours are family-friendly and suitable for all ages. Children are welcome, and if you’re traveling with a stroller or need special assistance, just let us know when booking so we can prepare everything for you.
5. What’s included in the tour price?
The price includes transportation by our bus, a professional English-speaking guide, and all visits mentioned in the tour description.
01.
Zaanse Schans
Do you like more the city or the countryside? It doesn’t matter what you answer—keep reading, because we have an excursion that, if you visit Holland, you cannot miss. You must experience the Dutch countryside: windmills, Dutch cheese, artisan clogs and secret islands. With the Volendam Zaanse Schans tour, you can combine two of the most iconic spots in the Netherlands in just one day. And for those who want to extend the adventure, there’s also the option to travel from Zaanse Schans to Volendam and continue discovering these unique places.
02.
Edam
We always say that Edam is the best place to retire. A very quiet little town with no more than 8,000 inhabitants, cobbled streets straight out of a fairy tale, 16th century churches and… its famous cheese market! For sure, you already know that Edam is famous worldwide for its ball cheese, but this is just one more addition to the charm of this city. And, of course, we will not leave this town without trying this delicious delicacy in one of its dairy farms.
03.
Volendam
Volendam fish being famous throughout the whole Holland is a good indication that we should stop here to eat. Once you have visited this 13th-century town and admired its beautiful fishing port, you will enjoy free time to eat and explore the rest of the town on your own. This charming stop is one of the highlights of the Volendam Zaanse Schans tour, combining history, gastronomy and relaxation.
04.
Marken
by fishermen with a very particular culture. Here, water has always complicated the lives of its inhabitants: we will discover the natural disasters that occurred here and how these islanders adapted to the rising seas. To finish the visit, we will leave Marken along the dam that today makes it a peninsula. The tour Edam Volendam Marken wraps up the journey, showing you the perfect balance between history, culture and nature.
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