Enjoy this guided tour of Edam, Volendam, and the windmills enjoying an included canal cruise in Amsterdam. From the churning windmills in the Zaanse Schans to the cheese weighing house in Edam, this tour highlights everything that is typical Dutch.
See the beautiful landscapes of the province of North Holland and explore the traditional fishing village of Volendam on a 5.5-hour guided tour from Amsterdam. Learn about clog making in the wooden shoe shop and try some tasteful cheese in one of the Dutch cheese farms. Escape the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam, starting with a 20-minute drive to the windmill village of Zaanse Schans. This outdoor conservation area is situated on the banks of the River Zaan and is home to several functioning windmills and wooden houses. Watch live demonstrations of craftsmen at work, including a clog maker crafting the famous wooden shoes of the Netherlands, and experience free time to explore the village and visit a windmill on your own.
Continue to the village of Edam, where its ancient streets and tranquil canals are lined by beautiful 17th-century buildings, including the leaning Carillon tower, the Big Church and former town hall. Take the opportunity to see how Edam’s world-famous cheese is made. And, of course, to taste some cheese on a nearby cheese farm. Finally, stop in the seaside village of Volendam and learn about the locals and traditional Dutch costumes. be guided on a short walk through the oldest parts of the village, exploring a labyrinth of twists and turns to sites such as St. Vincent’s Church, the wooden Stolphoevekerk, and the vis afslag (Fish Auction). Walk on top of the Dike with a beautiful view of the IJssel-lake. Back in Amsterdam, enjoy a 75-minute canal cruise at any time during your visit. Experience the best sights of this historical city.
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