Small Group Tour to Zaanse Schans, Afsluitdijk and Giethoorn Incl. Boat Cruise and Hotel Pick Up l Chinese or English Tour Guide l Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Free Hotel Pick-Up Service in Amsterdam (Inside Highway Ring A10, excluding North side of IJ River)
- Including One Hour Boat Cruise in Giethoorn
- Including Guided Cheese Experience, Wooden Shoes Workshop and Diamond Demonstration Tour in Zaanse Schans
- Professional Tour Guide
- Bottled Water, Umbrella, Power Bank, Napkins are Provided during the trip
- Full Day Tour 10 Hours Experience
Package Options
Product Info
This unique tour will bring you to the most famous scenic spots in the Netherlands, which are Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk and Zaanse Schans within one day. In our journey, you would visit a dutch cheese factory, a wooden shoes factory and enjoy a royal diamond demonstration at Zaanse Schans; After that a beautiful photo stop at Afsluitdijk, the longest dike of the world; In the afternoon, you would discover green 'Little Venice' of Holland and enjoy one hour free boat cruise in Giethoorn. This tour offers free hotel pick-up service in Amsterdam; a luxury and comforable mini van or mini bus; and a free bottle of water (one bottle per traveler). This 10 hours experience gives you a relaxed, memorable and enjoyable tour with a lot of beautiful photos.
Purchase Notice
- You can choose your tour language (Chinese or English) at the order page
- PLEASE leave your reachable WhatsApp number or iMessage number in the booking! Normally we don't call you, we will only contact you via WhatsApp or iMessage to confirm your pick up details. Do NOT leave an unreachable number in the booking.
- We will contact you one day before 18:00 to confirm your pick up details. If you don't hear anything from us, please contact us, or check again your WhatsApp or iMessage.
Reminders
A minimum of 6 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 1 day(s) before the departure date
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Please arrive at the designated location 5 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Hotel pick up time is between 7:45-8:30. Please wait at the meeting point 5 minutes before your pick up time.
FAQ
The windmills at Zaanse Schans historically served various industrial purposes crucial to the Dutch economy. They were used for grinding spices, sawing wood, producing oil, and making dyes and paper. Today, many are preserved as working museums, demonstrating these traditional crafts and offering insight into Dutch industrial heritage.
The included one-hour boat cruise in Giethoorn provides an unparalleled perspective of this unique car-free village, often called the “Green Venice of Holland.” Cruising along its serene canals allows visitors to admire the picturesque thatched-roof farmhouses, charming bridges, and lush surroundings from the water, offering a peaceful and immersive experience that showcases its distinctive charm.
Yes, visiting Giethoorn is highly worthwhile for travelers seeking unique Dutch cultural experiences. As the “Green Venice of Holland,” it stands out with its car-free environment, where canals and walking paths serve as the main modes of transport. The village offers a tranquil escape, showcasing traditional Dutch life amidst beautiful waterways and charming farmhouses, providing a distinct cultural immersion.
This full-day tour is designed to be approximately 10 hours in total. It allows ample time to experience Zaanse Schans, including its cheese factory, wooden shoe workshop, and diamond demonstration, before proceeding to a photo stop at Afsluitdijk. In Giethoorn, you will enjoy a dedicated one-hour boat cruise, ensuring a comprehensive experience at each location while maximizing your day.
Zaanse Schans offers a vibrant, open-air living history museum experience, where visitors can explore working windmills, traditional craft workshops like cheese-making and wooden shoe crafting, and various museums. Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is known for its larger, more traditional cluster of 19 authentic windmills, primarily showcasing historical water management in a natural polder landscape. While both feature windmills, Zaanse Schans provides a more interactive cultural village experience.
During your visit to Zaanse Schans, the tour includes several distinct cultural experiences. You will participate in a guided Dutch cheese factory experience, observe a traditional wooden shoe workshop, and witness a fascinating diamond demonstration. These activities offer a deep dive into traditional Dutch craftsmanship and cultural heritage.
Transportation for this day trip is conveniently arranged as part of the small group tour. Guests enjoy complimentary hotel pick-up service within Amsterdam (specifically inside Highway Ring A10, excluding the North side of the IJ River). Travel between Zaanse Schans, Afsluitdijk, and Giethoorn is provided in a luxury Mercedes mini-van, accompanied by a professional tour guide, ensuring a comfortable and seamless journey.
Yes, advance booking is highly recommended for this small group tour to Zaanse Schans, Afsluitdijk, and Giethoorn. Due to the limited capacity of small group tours, booking in advance ensures your spot and allows for all arrangements, such as hotel pick-up and the Giethoorn boat cruise, to be confirmed smoothly. You can easily book through KKday to secure your experience with convenient and reliable service.
Get Help
