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We’ll visit Zaanse Schans, a charming historic village filled with traditional Dutch houses and iconic windmills. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the windmills, watch traditional wooden clogs being crafted, and enjoy a delightful Gouda cheese tasting.
Afterward, we’ll head to Keukenhof, the world’s most beautiful spring garden, and stop at the surrounding tulip fields to take beautiful pictures. Keukenhof is open from March 18 to May 9, 2027, and features around 7 million spring flowers, including tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and crocuses.
Your private tour begins with pick-up by your guide in a comfortable car or van, depending on the group size, from your hotel, cruise port, or any address you provide in Amsterdam, the surrounding areas, or Haarlem.
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Zaanse Schans: Explore this picturesque, historic village, where you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back to the 18th and 19th centuries. Wander among the iconic wooden houses, and working windmills, while learning about the area's rich history and heritage. Your guide will lead you along the dike next to the river Zaan, passing the iconic windmills and sharing stories about life during the Dutch Golden Age.
If you've always been curious about how traditional wooden clogs are made, the Wooden Shoe Craft Demonstration at Zaanse Schans is the perfect opportunity to learn! At the Clog Museum, you’ll dive deeper into the history of Dutch clogs, discovering how they were traditionally worn by farmers, workers, and sailors. The museum showcases a wide variety of clogs, from the simple ones used for daily work to the beautifully decorated ones made for special occasions.
Cheese Experience: At the cheese farm of Henri Willig we will taste a variety of Gouda and Edam cheeses. With over 30 flavors, this is a must for cheese lovers. The best part? These cheeses are crafted specifically for travel, so you can bring the flavors of Holland back home, no matter where in the world you’re headed!
De Kat Windmill: This iconic paint mill, dating back to 1781, is the last working paint mill in the world. Learn about the process of making pigments and the role of windmills in Dutch industry. If you wish, you can climb the windmill and enjoy stunning views from the external gallery.
Capture the vibrant beauty of the famous Dutch tulip fields with a scenic photo stop. The colorful rows of tulips, stretching as far as the eye can see, provide the perfect backdrop for unforgettable pictures.
Immerse yourself for 2 hours in a sea of spring flowers at Keukenhof Gardens. Explore 7 million blooming flowers, capture stunning photos, and enjoy lunchtime amidst the vibrant scenery.
Return to your hotel: After a delightful day exploring Zaanse Schans and admiring millions of tulips and spring flowers, the tour concludes with a return to your hotel in Amsterdam.
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