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15 Best Zaanse Schans & Volendam Day Trips In Amsterdam

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The 15 best zaanse schans & volendam day trips in Amsterdam, with prices, run times and who you book through. The ones worth planning an afternoon around, and what each ticket actually includes.

15 Best Zaanse Schans & Volendam Day Trips In Amsterdam

From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken Day Trip - Zaanse Schans: preserved windmills, crafts, and your first real Dutch postcard
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From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken Day Trip

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1.From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken Day Trip

A 6-hour Dutch countryside day trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken, with windmills and traditional cheese stops.

Most Popular★ 4.4

“We really enjoyed the activity as this was the perfect trip to see a lot in one day. Its not too exhausting. Also I would suggest taking the all inclusive as this makes a difference with a few more activities. The trip was good fun and the driver and the tour guides were exceptional. Steve,…”

15,931 reviewsFrom $43by Tours & Tickets

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Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken Bus Tour - Wooden shoes and the clog demonstration: the craft stop that adds real character
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Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken Bus Tour

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2.Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken Bus Tour

8-hour bus tour from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans windmills, Edam cheese tasting, clog demo, plus Volendam and Marken fishing villages.

★ 4.6

“Eight hours on a bus trip! But trips were short, washrooms readily available, and stops had time to take in the area. Juan (?) the guide was quite knowledgeable on the area. There were 5 stops, each different and unique stories. It was quite relaxing and enjoyable for a day out. The meeting place was…”

15,034 reviews8 hoursFrom $32by Camaleon Tours

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Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam - Zaanse Schans: windmills, wooden houses, and real Dutch countryside vibes
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Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam

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3.Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam

Windmills, Edam cheese, Volendam harbor, and Marken village in one guided day from Amsterdam, with tastings and an optional canal cruise.

★ 5.0

“A very entertaining tour with Rob and Petra, despite the grey and initially wet weather the tour was very enjoyable. Rob provided excellent information about the country and the places of interest. I certainly learned a few things from the tour and the background to the Dutch way of life. Highly recommend this tour, to…”

5,392 reviews6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $45.35by Amsterdam Guías & Tours

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Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills & Cheese Tour - Getting from Amsterdam to the Zaan region without stress
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Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills & Cheese Tour

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4.Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills & Cheese Tour

Half-day guided trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans for windmills, live clog making, and cheese tasting, plus an optional canal cruise.

★ 4.4

“The activity was amazing! The variety and quality of cheeses was superb and the scenario was breathtaking. The only thing that I did not like was the support. The activity was booked to 9:30 and I arrived to the central at 9:12. It should be plenty of time to find the group but I asked…”

4,826 reviews3.5 hoursFrom $22by Tour Company

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Windmill Tour from Amsterdam, Including Volendam & Marken - Zaanse Schans windmills: green houses, real workshops, and one inside visit
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Windmill Tour from Amsterdam, Including Volendam & Marken

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From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Edam, & Marken Full-Day Trip - Edam’s canals and cheese-market square: the story behind the streets
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From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Edam, & Marken Full-Day Trip

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6.From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Edam, & Marken Full-Day Trip

Windmills, cheese, clogs, fishing villages, and optional canal cruising on a 6.5–7.5 hour North Holland day trip from Amsterdam.

★ 4.8

“Amazing Tour Around Amsterdam – Windmills, Cheese & Clogs! This tour was truly one of the highlights of our trip to the Netherlands! We explored the beautiful countryside around Amsterdam, visiting traditional windmills, watching how Dutch cheese is made, and even seeing wooden clogs being crafted by hand – such a unique and authentic experience!…”

3,414 reviewsFrom $35by Guides and Tours

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Amsterdam: Tour to Keukenhof Gardens with Windmill Cruise - Warmond polders and the 60-minute windmill cruise you’ll remember
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Amsterdam: Tour to Keukenhof Gardens with Windmill Cruise

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Zaanse Schans Windmills, Clogs and Dutch Cheese Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam - Zaanse Schans: Why This Village Works So Well
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Zaanse Schans Windmills, Clogs and Dutch Cheese Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam

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8.Zaanse Schans Windmills, Clogs and Dutch Cheese Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam

Small-group Zaanse Schans tour with windmill, clogs, and cheese tasting from Amsterdam. Transfers and entry included for first-time visitors.

★ 4.5

“This tour was phenomenal! The tour guide Ray was so informative. She went above and beyond to get to know everyone and give valuable insight and information about what we were seeing. She was also funny and friendly. It was easy to find her upon arrival to begin the tour, the ride over was smooth…”

2,369 reviews3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $51.40by Zaan Tours

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Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans 3-Hour Small Group Tour - Clog making at a wooden shoe workshop: watch, then picture the steps
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Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans 3-Hour Small Group Tour

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9.Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans 3-Hour Small Group Tour

3 hours in Zaanse Schans: see a working windmill, watch clog making, and taste Gouda. Small-group trip from Amsterdam.

★ 4.8

“The trip was very comfortable, especially thanks to Bianca, who was our tour guide. She is a very warm and radiant woman who made our journey even more enjoyable and attractive. She explained everything about the place in great detail and made sure that everything went smoothly for the entire group.”

2,160 reviews3 hoursFrom $50by Zaan Tours

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Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans windmills & Volendam Guided Tour - The 5-hour rhythm: how the time actually gets used
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Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans windmills & Volendam Guided Tour

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Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, Zaanse Schans Day Tour Incl Hotel Pick Up - The Diamond Stop: Worth It, But Watch Your Expectations
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Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, Zaanse Schans Day Tour Incl Hotel Pick Up

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11.Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, Zaanse Schans Day Tour Incl Hotel Pick Up

Small-group day trip from Amsterdam to Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, and Zaanse Schans for cheese tasting, clogs, diamonds, and canal boat.

★ 5.0

“Tour was great with great communication the day before and a comfortable drive. Our tour guide was great and gave us great time intermittently to explore with good options for lunch. Highly recommend!”

1,679 reviews10 hours (approx.)From $156.00by K7 Travel

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Amsterdam: Day Tour Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Windmills - Price and what you actually get for $72
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Amsterdam: Day Tour Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Windmills

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12.Amsterdam: Day Tour Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Windmills

Keukenhof tulips and Zaanse Schans windmills from Amsterdam with flexible return, included entry, cheese and clog demos, plus discounts.

★ 4.5

“It was self guided but our driver was very informative about pick ups and locations. The bus was late for the Zaane chans by half an hour so we didn’t have as much time as we wanted.”

1,549 reviews8 hoursFrom $72by HopOn HopOff Holland

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Countryside Bike Tour from Amsterdam: Cheese, Clogs & a Windmill - Getting Started at Mike’s Bike Tours Near Amsterdam Central
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Countryside Bike Tour from Amsterdam: Cheese, Clogs & a Windmill

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13.Countryside Bike Tour from Amsterdam: Cheese, Clogs & a Windmill

Cycle past windmills and canals on a small-group ride from Amsterdam to Waterland cheese and clog workshops, with e-bike options.

★ 5.0

“Bikes were in good condition and easy to operate. Our guide Heuw did a great job keeping us informed and safe. The experience was well organized and the countryside was very nice.”

1,485 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $59.26by Mike's Tours Amsterdam

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Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken Tour - The Day’s Flow: How Four Dutch Stops Fit Into One Route
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Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken Tour

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Zaanse Schans Windmills 4-Hour Tour in Italian - Getting there from Amsterdam Centraal (and finding your guide)
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Zaanse Schans Windmills 4-Hour Tour in Italian

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15.Zaanse Schans Windmills 4-Hour Tour in Italian

4-hour guided day trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans windmills, with clog-making, cheese tasting, and photo time. Italian guide.

★ 4.8

“Consiglio vivamente questo tour! Zaanse Schans è un paese magico, che lascerà un ricordo indelebile nei vostri ricordi. La nostra guida Martina è stata eccezionale, precisa, puntuale, gentilissima e pronta a rispondere ad ogni curiosità che avevamo. Ci ha anche fornito ottimi consigli di viaggio per vivere al meglio la nostra vacanza ad Amsterdam. Grazie…”

1,385 reviews4 hoursFrom $46by insolitAmsterdam B.V.

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