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Zaanse Schans Giethoorn Private Tour from Amsterdam Canal Cruise

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8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Enjoy an 8-hour private tour with a professional driver in a luxury vehicle. Start your day at Zaanse Schans, where you can immerse yourself in traditional Dutch culture by visiting a wooden shoe factory and a cheese shop, where you can sample and purchase local cheeses.

Next, journey to Giethoorn, the charming water village. Here, you can embark on a one-hour canal tour, included in your visit, where you’ll glide through picturesque waterways and admire the beautiful scenery.
You also have the option to enhance your experience with a private boat tour or rent a boat to explore on your own, both available for an additional cost. This personalized tour combines culture, beauty, and the freedom to explore at your own pace!

With the flexibility of a private tour, you can fully enjoy each location at your own pace, making for a relaxed and memorable experience.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Gratuities
  • Private boat rental or canal cruise in Giethoorn
  • Private boat tour (Ask for the options)
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Meeting and Pickup

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Our tour includes pickup in the Amsterdam area. For locations outside of Amsterdam, an additional charge will apply. Please contact us for more information

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Zaanse Schans

Half an hour drive from Amsterdam city, in the middle of the authentic Dutch countryside, you will find Zaanse Schans. Covered with water, cows grazing the fresh grasses, colorful flowers and green-timbered houses, Zaanse Schans is home to what some call the Eighth Wonder of the World: the historic 18th-century windmills. Along the river Zaan, these robust windmills are lined up facing the direction from where they catch wind. Your personal chauffeur will present you with historical and cultural explanation.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Giethoorn

Giethoorn, the most romantic town in the Netherlands, awaits you in Overijssel, surrounded by serene waterways and lush nature. With no cars around, many homes are only accessible by boat, and even the mail is delivered by canoe!Your visit includes a one-hour covered canal tour to explore this charming village. Glide along narrow canals, admire centuries-old thatched farmhouses, and learn about Giethoorn’s unique history—all while staying cozy, rain or shine. You’ll also have free time to enjoy lunch or take a peaceful walk, wandering under picturesque wooden bridges and soaking up the timeless atmosphere.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Giethoorn (pass by)

For a more personal experience, a private boat tour is also available as an optional upgrade. Please contact us for more information.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Once they have booked this tour they need to to provide the name and the phone number so that we can call the traveler 15 minutes before the start of the tour.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Zaanse Schans Giethoorn Private Tour from Amsterdam Canal Cruise?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Boat ticket 1-hour canal tour
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Driver/host
  • Gratuities
  • Private boat rental or canal cruise in Giethoorn
  • Private boat tour (Ask for the options)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options 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
  • Once they have booked this tour they need to to provide the name and the phone number so that we can call the traveler 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
  • The remaining hours will be for transportation in which 1 hour 30 minutes will be from Zaanse to Giethoorn then another 1 hour and 30 from Giethorn to amsterdam.
  • this tour is available in English language

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