Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken countryside tour
- 5.5 hours
- Coach group
- Live guide in English, Spanish; audio guide in 16 languages
- Tours & Tickets shop
- 4.5(21,003 reviews)
The classic Dutch countryside circuit in half a day
The well-known but rewarding introduction to the countryside: working windmills at Zaanse Schans, cheese-making and tasting in Volendam, and the wooden houses of Marken, with a clog-making demonstration on the way.
The Classic option covers all three with free time at each. The All-in option adds a boat between Volendam and Marken and entry into a working windmill, for a modest supplement.
The pace is brisk; if you want to linger at Zaanse Schans, this may feel short.
Best for
- A half day outside the city without arranging transport
- First-timers who want windmills, cheese and a fishing village
- Travellers happy with a guided coach pace
Highlights
- Working windmills at Zaanse Schans
- Cheese-making and tasting in Volendam
- Marken's wooden houses and clog-making
- Multilingual audio guide on the drive
Itinerary
Depart Amsterdam Central Station
Morning, by coachZaanse Schans
Guided time among the windmillsWindmill interior visit included only on the All-in option.
Volendam
Cheese tasting and free timeMarken
Wooden houses and clog-making demonstrationBoat crossing from Volendam included only on the All-in option.
Return to Amsterdam
By coach
What's included
- Round-trip air-conditioned coach with audio guide
- Live guide in English and Spanish
- Cheese-making demonstration and tasting
- Clog-making demonstration
- Food and drink beyond the cheese tasting
- The boat crossing and windmill interior (Classic option only)
- Gratuities
Important information
- Not suitable for wheelchair users or guests with a low level of fitness.
- Check in at the Tours & Tickets shop inside Central Station before departure.
- Children aged 3 and under travel free when not occupying a seat.
Meeting and end point
Meeting point
Tours & Tickets shop, inside Amsterdam Central Station
End point
Returns to Amsterdam Central Station
Get there with Meilora
A private car from your hotel to the meeting point, timed for your slot. Fixed price, booked on Meilora.
