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Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

By Dutchtrips
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
The previous price was £100 and current price is £68 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

This tour is a must for anyone who wants to visit the two of the most popular places in Holland! Board an air-conditioned bus. In 20 minutes you will arrive at the Zaanse Schans, an open air museum absolutely worthwhile your visit. See a typical Dutch clog shop and visit a cheese factory. See the various original still working windmills and the Dutch artisans. You can glance over their shoulders while they are performing their crafts. Learn about the impressive windmill history that set off the Golden Age in the Netherlands. Next enjoy the ride through the Dutch polders, reclaimed land, to the fairytale like village of Giethoorn, also known as “the Venice of the North. Next up, a one hour guided boat tour. You will be in awe of the sights of the surroundings, ducking under picturesque bridges the captain will tell you the impressive history of the Giethoorn. You will have time explore the village on your own, on foot or by bike, You can also enjoy a delicious meal!

 

Activity location

  • Zaanse Schans
    • Schansend 1,
    • 1509 AW, Zaandam, The Netherlands

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • IJuidem Pier
    • 153 De Ruijterkade
    • 1011 AB, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

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Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam
  • Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes10h 30m
    10h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
£99.24
£68.48 x 1 Adult£68.48
Total
The previous price was £99.24 and current price is £68.48
31% off

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    1-Hour Boat Cruise
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Driver/guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tour of the cheese factory + clog factory
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Live commentary on board
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Zaanse Schans

  • 2h
See a typical Dutch clog shop and learn how and why these wooden shoes were made. Visit the cheese factory.

Giethoorn

Next stop is Giethoorn, typically referred to as ‘Venice of the North’. As cars aren’t allowed, transport is traditionally on foot, by bike, or by boat. You can experience how the Dutch live with and on the water. Learn about the outstanding water-management techniques of the Dutch and you can see the beautiful farmhouses and the many picturesque bridges of this idyllic village with merely 2500 inhabitants. After your boat tour, you'll have time at leisure to explore Giethoorn. Stroll around centuries of history of traditional Dutch craftsmanship. Discover the unique Dutch culture with guidance and recommendations from your personal guide.

Location

Activity location

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    Zaanse Schans
    • Schansend 1,
    • 1509 AW, Zaandam, The Netherlands

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    IJuidem Pier
    • 153 De Ruijterkade
    • 1011 AB, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

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