![[Chinese-Speaking Tour + Lunch + Canal Cruise] Amsterdam Round-trip | Zaanse Schans + Zaandam Lego Town + Giethoorn One-Day Tour (Optional Hotel Pick-up by Private Car)](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fill%2Ch_800%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_1240/s1.kkday.com/product_scm_1291/20250920121241_DtzIw/jpg)
![[Chinese-Speaking Tour + Lunch + Canal Cruise] Amsterdam Round-trip | Zaanse Schans + Zaandam Lego Town + Giethoorn One-Day Tour (Optional Hotel Pick-up by Private Car)](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fill%2Ch_400%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_500/s1.kkday.com/product_285588/20250515055110_rHvww/jpg)
![[Chinese-Speaking Tour + Lunch + Canal Cruise] Amsterdam Round-trip | Zaanse Schans + Zaandam Lego Town + Giethoorn One-Day Tour (Optional Hotel Pick-up by Private Car)](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fill%2Ch_400%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_500/s1.kkday.com/product_285588/20250515055141_zY1A8/jpg)
![[Chinese-Speaking Tour + Lunch + Canal Cruise] Amsterdam Round-trip | Zaanse Schans + Zaandam Lego Town + Giethoorn One-Day Tour (Optional Hotel Pick-up by Private Car)](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fill%2Ch_400%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_500/s1.kkday.com/product_285588/20250515055121_2eyNb/jpg)
![[Chinese-Speaking Tour + Lunch + Canal Cruise] Amsterdam Round-trip | Zaanse Schans + Zaandam Lego Town + Giethoorn One-Day Tour (Optional Hotel Pick-up by Private Car)](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fill%2Ch_400%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_500/s1.kkday.com/product_285588/20250515055107_TnAZJ/jpg)
[Chinese-Speaking Tour + Lunch + Canal Cruise] Amsterdam Round-trip | Zaanse Schans + Zaandam Lego Town + Giethoorn One-Day Tour (Optional Hotel Pick-up by Private Car)
- Giethoorn Fairy Tale Boat Tour – Drift through the waterways of the “Venice of the North” on a tranquil flat-bottom boat, weaving along interconnected canals and admiring the fairy-tale cottages with reed roofs, fully immersing yourself in the serene, poetic scenery of this water village.
- Zaanse Schans Windmill Village – Traditional Dutch Charm – Step into a postcard-worthy Dutch scene, strolling among iconic windmills and green wooden houses. Witness traditional crafts such as wooden clog making and cheese workshops, and experience the rich pastoral atmosphere of the Netherlands.
- Zaandam LEGO Town & Madurodam Miniature Park Adventure – Visit the famous miniature theme park near The Hague, where you can see the country’s landmarks in exquisite 1:25 scale models, offering fun and delightful surprises at every corner.
- Chinese Service + Signature Lunch | Worry-Free Fun – Enjoy full Chinese-speaking service throughout the tour, including a Giethoorn specialty lunch (choice of noodle soup or fried rice). Solo travelers are welcome, making it easy to join the group.
- Optional Boutique Small Group + Hotel Transfer – Free pick-up/drop-off available for downtown Amsterdam hotels; 8-person boutique small group; authentic local lunch recommendations; flexible choices with no forced spending.
Package Options
Product Info
The content of this product is provided by machine translation and may not reflect the actual information, please take this into consideration before booking.
Dutch Fairy Tale Day Tour｜Windmill Village & Zaandam Lego Town & Giethoorn Day Tour (Chinese Tour Guide)
Do you believe that there really is a village without roads and cars in the world? Walking into the legendary Dutch village "Giethoorn", there is no hustle and bustle of cars, only winding canals, swaying bridges and dotted thatched houses. This place is known as the "Venice of the North", but it is much more quiet and romantic than you might imagine.
Take the electric "whispering boat" and slowly glide through the mirror-like canal, as if drifting into the pages of a fairy tale. Along the coast are scattered reed huts, small bridges, and gardens, each frame is like a movie storyboard. You can take photos freely, enjoy lunch, visit small shops, and immerse yourself in the peaceful scenery every moment.
Lego Town Zaandam: In the suburbs of Amsterdam, Netherlands, dreams come true with building blocks - Lego Town Zaandam is like a fairy tale. Windmills are leisurely, canals are colorful, and colorful houses are stacked like giant building blocks. Wandering in the streets, it feels like being in a fantasy kingdom of building blocks, and every step is a line of artistic poetry full of childlike fun. Immerse yourself in the miniature world of innocence and creativity, and rediscover the pure surprise of building with your fingertips.
Zaanse Schans Windmill Village: A Dutch-style time capsule. The retro windmills turn in the morning light, and the traditional wooden shoe workshop, cheese workshop and green-roofed cottages form this "moving oil painting". In this ancient village, listen to the wind blowing through the gears, watch the white pigeons flying over the eaves, and feel the true Dutch soul.
No traffic or urban noise—only the reflections of boats, lush greenery, and the sound of wind rustling through the reeds. Step into Giethoorn, and it feels like you’ve wandered into a living ink-wash fairytale.
Amid the slow turning of windmills, step back into the Golden Age of the Netherlands and encounter the purest form of European countryside charm.
Sweetness spills through white-framed windows like buttercream, while colorful façades stack up like building blocks of a nursery rhyme. Zaandam is a miniature fairytale world that never sleeps—waiting for you to step into the scene.
Purchase Notice
What time does the tour start and end? Where is the meeting / drop-off point?
- Meeting time: 8:30 AM. At 8:45 AM, guests take a free ferry to the north side to board the bus. Departure is at 9:00 AM. The tour ends at approximately 7:00 PM.
- Meeting point: Starbucks at the rear exit of Amsterdam Central Station. Navigation address: De Ruijterkade 38B, 1012 AA Amsterdam.
- Drop-off point: Amsterdam Central Station. The exact meeting details will be confirmed in the pre-departure notice.
How can I contact the local guide before departure?
- One day before departure, before 12:00 noon (local time), customer service will create a group chat to share tour details and confirm the meeting time and location.
Is hotel pick-up available?
- Yes. For the 8-person premium small group tour, free hotel pick-up within Amsterdam city center is available, along with local lunch recommendations. Participation is optional with no compulsory spending.
How is dining arranged during the tour?
- (1) A complimentary lunch is provided in Giethoorn.
- (2) Light meals and beverages are available for purchase at Zaanse Schans Windmill Village.
What type of vehicle is used for the tour?
- Depending on the group size, transportation will be arranged using a business van, minibus, or coach. A licensed Chinese-speaking guide or driver-guide will be assigned.
Do I need to tip the guide?
- Tipping is not mandatory for this tour, and there are no compulsory shopping stops. If you are satisfied with the service, gratuities are entirely optional.
Reminders
A minimum of 3 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
During the trip, any failure to participate in the tour due to personal reasons (including lateness, boarding the wrong vehicle, train or flight delays, etc.) will be treated as a no-show. In such cases, the supplier will not provide any refund or additional compensation. Thank you for your understanding.
When booking, please be sure to provide a local contact mobile number, along with your Line, WhatsApp, or WeChat ID, so that the local travel agency can contact you.
Children must be accompanied by at least one adult.
FAQ
Zaanse Schans is situated in North Holland, just north of Zaandam and a short distance from Amsterdam. It's an open-air museum and conservation area that showcases traditional Dutch life, making it easily accessible from Amsterdam by various transport methods for visitors.
Visitors can experience working windmills, witness traditional crafts like wooden clog making and cheese production demonstrations, and explore historic houses. You can also take a boat trip along the Zaan River for unique perspectives of the windmills and enjoy authentic Dutch pancakes.
Zaanse Schans offers various cultural demonstrations, including traditional clog carving, cheese making, and the operation of historic windmills for grinding spices or producing oil. Occasionally, visitors might encounter folk performances or traditional costume displays that highlight Dutch heritage and history.
To fully immerse yourself in Giethoorn's tranquil atmosphere, spending approximately 2-3 hours is generally recommended. This allows enough time for a scenic canal cruise, leisurely walks along the charming paths, and enjoying the unique architecture and peaceful scenery without feeling rushed.
Given Giethoorn's car-free nature and extensive network of canals, the best ways to explore are by boat or on foot. You can enjoy a guided canal cruise, rent an electric 'whisper boat' for self-exploration, or stroll along the charming walking paths and over the wooden bridges that connect the small islands.
To experience Giethoorn with fewer crowds, consider visiting during the shoulder seasons (spring: April-May, or autumn: September-October). Weekdays, especially mornings, are generally much quieter than weekends. These times offer pleasant weather and better opportunities to enjoy the tranquil scenery and take unobstructed photos.
The primary ways to get around Giethoorn are by traditional punt boats, electric 'whisper boats', or organized canal cruises through its intricate waterways. Walking is also a key mode of transport, as the village features numerous footpaths and bridges connecting its various islands, making it an entirely car-free environment.
Beyond its iconic windmills, Zaanse Schans is known for its collection of green wooden houses, traditional Dutch shops, and fascinating museums like the Zaans Museum and the Bakery Museum. Visitors can also see historic operating workshops for crafts such as clogs, cheese, and pewter casting, offering a glimpse into living history.
Get Help
