8-Hour Private Dutch Countryside Tour from Amsterdam with Cheese Farm

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Admire the historic village settings, the Dutch countryside, and its lifestyle
• 02 Enjoy views of traditional Dutch windmills and the historic Cruquius steam pumping station
• 03 Learn about the clog-making process
• 04 Taste chocolate and cheese made directly at the factory
• 05 Visit the traditional village of De Rijp

Embark on an unforgettable journey to a 175-year-old dairy farm, where you will experience Gouda cheese making and tasting and discover the art and craft of wooden clog making. Delve into the ingenious Dutch land reclamation system at the historic Cruquius steam pumping station and witness its impressive engineering. Visit a traditional working windmill and conclude your tour in the traditional village of De Rijp.

Embark on an unforgettable journey to a 175-year-old dairy farm, where you will experience Gouda cheese making and tasting and discover the art and craft of wooden clog making.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Languages English, Greek

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Dutch Countryside, Cheese Farm, Windmills and De Rijp

• Pick up from your location in Amsterdam and drive to the dairy farm.
• Continue to the cheese factory, then visit the farm where you can witness the cheese-making process.
• Visit the Cruquius steam pumping station.
• Enjoy a scenic windmill visit.
• Drive through Beemster Polder, a UNESCO-listed heritage site.
• Savour lunch in historic De Rijp and stroll through the village.
• Drive back to your preferred location in Amsterdam, where your tour will end.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Modern and reliable electric car for out-of-city tours, including all expenses such as energy, parking costs, and full insurance
• Driver
• Private tour guide
• Bottled water per passenger

What's Not Included

• Entrance fees for activities such as museums, windmills, churches, etc.

Know before you go

• All tours can be picked up outside Amsterdam as well. Please get in touch with me beforehand for the correct meeting location.
• For bigger groups (5-8 people) or for extra comfort, a van for up to 8 people can be arranged.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Tour start

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.