Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken Bus Tour
Amsterdam-Centrum, Chamonix
Explore the traditional 17th-century houses and windmills of the Dutch countryside on a tour of Zaanse Schans, Volendam, Edam, and Marken from Amsterdam.
Highlights
- See 17th-century houses and preserved windmills at Zaanse Schans
- Sample authentic Edam and Gouda cheeses at a local farm
- Watch a clog-making demonstration of traditional Dutch shoes
- Learn how the Dutch reclaimed land from the sea to create polders
- Walk through Volendam, a traditional Dutch fishing village
Description
This guided bus tour from Amsterdam visits Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, and Marken, ideal for culture and history enthusiasts.
Depart from Amsterdam by luxury coach and travel north to Zaanse Schans, where you can admire historic windmills on the Zaan riverbanks and 17th-century houses reflecting Dutch industrial heritage.
Next, visit Edam to taste famous local cheeses and watch a traditional clog-making demonstration. Continue to Volendam and Marken, passing through authentic polders, the reclaimed land from the sea. In Volendam, explore narrow streets, colorful houses, and fishing harbors, with time to shop or try local fish dishes.
The tour ends with a return to the Amsterdam meeting point.
Includes
- Comfortable private coach transportation
- Tour guide
- Visit to Zaanse Schans windmills
- Clog-making demonstration
- Cheese tasting
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Optional entry to a windmill at Zaanse Schans
- Tips
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and arrive early to the meeting point. The tour is available year-round but check for seasonal changes.
