Giethoorn & Zaanse Schans Small Group Day Trip from Amsterdam
Overview
Discover two of the Netherlands’ most beautiful destinations on a small-group day trip from Amsterdam, with a maximum of 8 guests per minivan.
Explore the historic windmills of Zaanse Schans, enjoy traditional clog-making and cheese demonstrations, and discover the charming village of Giethoorn.
Enjoy an included 1-hour canal cruise through Giethoorn’s picturesque waterways, followed by free time to explore the village at your own pace.
Travel comfortably in a small group with a knowledgeable guide for a more personal and relaxed experience.
What's Included
- 1-hour canal cruise in Giethoorn
- Comfortable transportation by air-conditioned coach or van throughout the tour.
- Visit to a traditional cheese farm
- Live commentary during the tour
- Clog-making demonstration
- Professional driver/guide
- Lunch Lunch is not included and can be purchased at your own expense during the tour.
- Optional windmill visit (entrance ticket at your own expense).
- Gratuities are entirely optional
- Personal Expenses
Meeting Location
De Ruijterkade 153
1011 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Zaanse Schans
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Giethoorn
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Giethoorn & Zaanse Schans Small Group Day Trip from Amsterdam?
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Activity code: C-65926P17
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 1-hour canal cruise in Giethoorn.
- Comfortable transportation by air-conditioned coach or van throughout the tour.
- Visit to a traditional cheese farm.
- Live commentary during the tour.
- Clog-making demonstration.
- Professional driver/guide.
- Lunch. Lunch is not included and can be purchased at your own expense during the tour.
- Optional windmill visit (entrance ticket at your own expense).
- Gratuities are entirely optional.
- Personal Expenses.
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 Giethoorn & Zaanse Schans Small Group Day Trip from Amsterdam is as follows:
- 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 Giethoorn & Zaanse Schans Small Group Day Trip from Amsterdam 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
- 1-hour canal cruise in Giethoorn
- Comfortable transportation by air-conditioned coach or van throughout the tour.
- Visit to a traditional cheese farm
- Live commentary during the tour
- Clog-making demonstration
- Professional driver/guide
- LunchLunch is not included and can be purchased at your own expense during the tour.
- Optional windmill visit (entrance ticket at your own expense).
- Gratuities are entirely optional
- Personal Expenses
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
