Netherlands · Culture

2-Day Dutch Culture Tour from Amsterdam with Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn

2 Days Round trip from Zaanse Schans Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Witness the grandeur of working windmills in Zaanse Schans, a living museum of Dutch heritage
  • 02 Explore the car-free village of Giethoorn, the "Venice of the North," and cruise its idyllic canals
  • 03 Immerse yourself in traditional Dutch crafts like clog-making and cheese-making demonstrations
  • 04 Discover the beauty of 18th- and 19th-century Dutch architecture in Zaanse Schans
  • 05 Unwind in the serene atmosphere of Giethoorn, surrounded by thatched-roof houses

Experience Dutch culture and charm on this tour from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn. Visit Zaanse Schans to see traditional windmills, a clog shop, and an artisan cheese factory, then continue to Giethoorn, the enchanting "Venice of the North," known for its serene canals and picturesque thatched-roof cottages. Enjoy a seamless journey through the Netherlands before returning to Amsterdam for drop-off at your chosen location.

Your first stop is Zaanse Schans, where you will immerse yourself in Dutch culture and visit a traditional clog shop, an artisan cheese factory, and the beautiful wooden windmills.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Amsterdam, Zaandam, Giethoorn
Languages Dutch, English, Turkish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Zaanse Schans and Dutch Traditions

  • Pick-up in Amsterdam from your hotel, train station, or airport.
  • Your first stop is Zaanse Schans, where you will immerse yourself in Dutch culture and visit a traditional clog shop, an artisan cheese factory, and the beautiful wooden windmills.
2
Day 02

Giethoorn Canals and Return to Amsterdam

  • Your second stop is Giethoorn. Discover the enchanting village of Giethoorn, often called the "Venice of the North," with its picturesque canals and charming thatched-roof cottages.
  • Return to Amsterdam for drop-off at the location of your choice.
Zaanse Schans windmills, clog shop and artisan cheese factory, Giethoorn canals and thatched-roof cottages

Where this trip takes you

Zaanse Schans windmills, clog shop and artisan cheese factory, Giethoorn canals and thatched-roof cottages

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Zaanse Schans 3 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation
  • Access to Zaansche Schans
  • Access to Giethoorn

What's Not Included

  • Food
  • Drinks
  • Tips

What to bring

  • Walking shoes
  • Umbrella

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Amsterdam, Nederland
Tour start
Zaanse Schans, Zaandam, Nederland
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Zaanse Schans.

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