Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam

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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
6 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Language
English, Spanish
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Explore iconic windmills in Zaanse Schans, enjoy Edam's historic charm, taste local cheeses near Volendam, and step into the past with Marken's cozy fisherman houses—all from Amsterdam.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Discover the real Netherlands in this amazing tour through Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, and Marken – the jewels of the Dutch countryside.


The visit starts in Zaanse Schans, where you will be able to take pictures of typical Dutch windmills that are still in use today. Afterward, we will drive to the Waterland area, passing through the beautiful villages from this part of the country: Edam, Volendam, and Marken. In Edam, we will walk through historic sites like the square where the famous Cheese Market used to take place. Then, near Volendam, we will visit a local cheese producer, where the cheese master will explain how they produce Gouda and Edam cheeses. In the clog factory, you will discover the secrets of this typical Dutch shoe. Then, travel back in time to the 17th century as we walk by cozy fishermen houses in Marken, the fishing harbor, and the protestant church.


Join us for an unforgettable day visiting Edam, Volendam, Marken, and Zaanse Schans.

What You Get

Professional guide
Transfer by coach
1-Hour Amsterdam canal cruise with audioguide (if option selected)
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

1

Zaanse Schans

The visit starts in Zaanse Schans, a windmill settlement where you will be able to take pictures of the gorgeous Dutch windmills that are still in use today. Discover why windmills played a crucial role on the country development.
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Edam

In Edam, we will walk through historic sites like the square where the famous Cheese Market used to take place.
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Simonehoeve

Then, near Volendam, we will visit a local cheese producer, where the cheese master will explain how Gouda and Edam cheeses are produced. In the clog workshop, you will discover all the secrets behind this special Dutch shoe.
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
4

Volendam

In this fishermen's village, you will have free time to visit the pier, try local food, or do some shopping.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
5

Marken

On the last stop we will travel back in time to the 17th century, as we walk by cozy wooden houses in Marken, the fishing harbour, and the protestant church. IMPORTANT The visit to Marken may be substituted for safety reasons in case of bad weather conditions.
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

A'dam Lookout (Pass By)

Your bus tour ends at A'dam Lookout. You can either take the ferry for free to Amsterdam central station (2-minute ride) or our guide will take those who have booked the cruise to the pier where the 1-hour cruise starts.
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Central Station

The 1h canal cruise ends in Central Station
Admission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

De Ruijterkade 151, De Ruijterkade, Amsterdam Noord-Holland, Netherlands, NL, 1011 AB

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Meet your tour guide at 8:00 am, at the bus stop in De Ruijterkade 151, (by the Aloha Bowling at the riverside) the bus leaves at 08:15 am. LOOK FOR THE BLUE UMBRELLAS with our logo "Amsterdam Guides & Tours".
End Point

Buiksloterwegveer, Government of Amsterdam North Holland, Netherlands, NL, 1031 CD

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You can take the free ferry to Amsterdam Central Station.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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