Photos: own archive and Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)Private tours · Amsterdam, Schiphol
Dutch Countryside
Zaanse Schans windmills, the fishing village of Volendam and a cheese farm in Edam, privately from Amsterdam or Schiphol. 6 hours, per vehicle including 9% VAT.
The route
1. Zaanse Schans windmills± 120 min
The Zaanse Schans is a historic neighbourhood with windmills, wooden houses and workshops from the 18th and 19th centuries. Several mills still work and can be visited inside, for example a paint mill and a sawmill. There are also a cheese farm, a clog workshop and the Molenmuseum.
2. Volendam harbour± 75 min
Volendam is a former fishing village on the Markermeer, known for its harbour, wooden houses and traditional costume. Along the dike you find fish stalls, souvenir shops and cafés. The harbour is a short, flat walk.
3. Edam cheese farm± 60 min
Edam gave its name to the round cheese known worldwide. The town has a small historic centre with canals, drawbridges and the Grote Kerk. We stop at a cheese farm in the area where you can see how cheese is made and taste it.
Included
- Private car or taxibus with chauffeur
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel, address or terminal
- Waiting at every stop
- Water on board
- Parking costs
Not included
- Entrance tickets (optional add-on at cost price)
- Food and drinks
What you will see
Practical information
Zaanse Schans windmills
Entry to the area is free; individual mills and museums charge an entrance fee (optional add-on). Paths are flat; count on 1.5 to 2 hours. It can be busy between 11:00 and 15:00.
Volendam harbour
The dike and harbour are flat and accessible. Most shops open around 10:00. A visit of 1 to 1.5 hours is usually enough.
Edam cheese farm
Edam is small and flat; 45 to 60 minutes is enough for the centre. The cheese farm visit includes a short demonstration and tasting.