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Amsterdam
Zaanse Schans, Volendam & Marken Private Tour
480
Overview
See the best of the Dutch countryside on a private tour of Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken. This 8-hour adventure takes guests to charming historic towns, offering a personalized experience.
What to Expect: Travel in style by private car or minivan with hotel pick-up and drop-off included. Visit Zaanse Schans to view working windmills and learn about the Golden Age. Stop by a Dutch cheese farm for samples. Explore the fishing village of Volendam and enjoy a 30-minute boat trip on the former Southern Sea to Marken. All entrance fees are covered.
This tour ensures a hands-on, tailor-made exploration of Dutch history and culture. The tour includes a professional English-speaking guide. Enjoy tastings of local cheese and cookies. This private tour guarantees a hands-on, personalized, and tailor-made experience. 
Highlights
See Working Windmills: Go inside two windmills and learn how they work.
Taste Dutch Cheese: Visit a cheese farm and try many different kinds of cheese.
Boat Trip to Marken: Take a fun boat ride on the water to the historic village of Marken.
Private, Tailored Experience: Enjoy a tour that is just for your group and can be customized.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally love the tour, especially the personal touch, knowledgeable guides, and beautiful scenery. However, some found the tour lengthy. But overall everyone enjoyed the cheese.
Customers say the private tour is a great way to see the Dutch countryside.
Many reviewers loved the personal touch and tailored experience.
The guide is knowledgeable and made the trip fun.
The boat trip was a highlight for many visitors.
Some found the tour duration long.
Some visitors were overwhelmed by the cheese selection
The Journey
Zaanse Schans
Step back in time at Zaanse Schans, a living open-air museum showcasing Holland's rich industrial past. Explore meticulously preserved historical windmills, once vital to the Zaanstreek region's economic power. Witness demonstrations of traditional crafts, such as paint pigment and wood sawing, and delve into the history of iconic Dutch wooden clogs. Roam past picturesque pasturelands and grazing animals en route to this enchanting village, where history comes alive.
Dutch Cheese Farm
Indulge your senses at a traditional Dutch cheese farm, where you'll discover the art of cheesemaking through an interactive and delicious experience. Learn about the cheese-making process from start to finish, and savor a tasting of various local cheeses. The highlight is the chance to observe Jersey cows and playful calves, and witness the marvel of modern robotic milking technology. A delightful immersion into the heart of Dutch dairy farming.
Volendam
Discover the timeless charm of Volendam, a quintessential Dutch fishing village. Stroll along De Dijk, the iconic waterfront promenade, and soak in the atmosphere of the bustling harbor. Journey back to the 19th century at Woltjes Backerij to witness traditional stroopwafel making. Enjoy the aroma of freshly baked goods and the taste of authentic Dutch treats. Savor the catch of the day for lunch, fresh from the sea, completing your Volendam experience.
Marken
Escape to Marken, a former island in the Markermeer, now a picturesque peninsula steeped in history and tradition. A scenic boat trip across the Ijsselmeer connects you to this unique destination. Wander through this quaint fishing hamlet, dating back to the 13th century, and admire the characteristic green and white clapboard houses that have stood the test of time. Experience the authentic atmosphere as you see locals still adorned in vibrant ancestral costumes and explore a traditional Marker house, offering a glimpse into 17th-century life.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes transportation in a luxury private car or minivan, hotel pick-up and drop-off, all entrance fees for windmills and the boat trip, a professional English-speaking guide, and tastings of local cheese and cookies. It does not include any food or drinks that are not specified in the inclusions. Pick-up and drop-off are included.
Hot Tip
Wear comfortable shoes, as there will be some walking. Bring a camera to capture the beautiful scenery and windmills. Be prepared for crowds, especially during peak season.
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