Private Zaanse Schans & Volendam Tour: Windmills, Cheese & Clogs
Overview
Experience the charm and tradition of the Netherlands like never before on this private day tour to Zaanse Schans and Volendam. Step back in time at Zaanse Schans, a picturesque 18th- and 19th-century village where working windmills, historic wooden houses, and artisan workshops bring Dutch heritage to life. Learn the art of crafting traditional clogs, and savor authentic Dutch cheeses with a tasting of over 30 varieties at a local cheese farm. Continue your journey to Volendam, a quintessential fishing village full of character and color. Stroll along its scenic harbor, browse unique local shops, and enjoy fresh seafood while soaking in the beautiful surroundings.
What sets this tour apart is its private, personalized experience — from a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to the flexibility to explore at your own pace. With professional guide-driver, and immersive cultural experiences, this tour combines history, culture, and unforgettable Dutch scenery into a single, seamless day.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Entrance tickets to Windmills, Cheese & Clogs Factory
- WiFi on board
- All Fees and Taxes
- Meet & Greet Service
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (Amsterdam)
- Private tour and transportation
Meeting and Pickup
You will be picked up at the agreed location you prefer; hotel, harbour port, train station, Schiphol Airport, or any given address in Amsterdam. It will be no problem to send us an update up to 12 hours in advance if the pickup address is not known at the time of the booking.
What To Expect
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Zaanse Schans
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Volendam
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Bottled water.
- Entrance tickets to Windmills, Cheese & Clogs Factory.
- WiFi on board.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Meet & Greet Service.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (Amsterdam).
- Private tour and transportation.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Zaanse Schans & Volendam Tour: Windmills, Cheese & Clogs is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Zaanse Schans & Volendam Tour: Windmills, Cheese & Clogs will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Entrance tickets to Windmills, Cheese & Clogs Factory
- WiFi on board
- All Fees and Taxes
- Meet & Greet Service
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (Amsterdam)
- Private tour and transportation
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
