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Amsterdam: Keukenhof, Zaanse Schans Windmills, Cheese Guided Tour
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Amsterdam
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See all the Dutch icons such as the Tulips in Keukenhof gardens & the windmills, cheese and clogs at Zaanse Schans.
Leave Amsterdam aboard a comfortable coach and head into the heart of the Dutch countryside. On the way, enjoy views of colorful flower fields in bloom. At Keukenhof Gardens, begin with a 45-minute guided tour through its show gardens. Your expert guide will explain the history, cultivation, and cultural importance of the tulip, the Netherlands’ most iconic flower. Then, enjoy free time to explore at your own pace and capture stunning photos of the gardens.
Next, continue to Zaanse Schans, a picture-perfect village famous for its historic windmills and traditional houses. Yo...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
1-Hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise ticket (if option selected) Timeslot each 30 minutes between 10 and 21
Live wooden shoe-making demonstration
Zaanse Schans orientation tour with a local guide
Guided 45-minute tour of Keukenhof Gardens
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional bilingual guide
Dutch cheese tasting at Catharina Hoeve Farm
Skip the line ticket Keukenhof gardens and guided tour
Live commentary provided on board by a guide
Gratuities for the guide and driver
Entree to a windmill at the Zaanse Schans. The price of a windmill is approximately €7.50 per person
Hotel pickup and drop-off
(unless specified)
Meeting Points
Departure
Stationsplein 4
Our meeting point is a 1-min walk from Amsterdam Central. Exit via the city side (Stationsplein) main entrance. Cross the square toward the white Stromma building at Stationsplein 4. For the most accurate directions, use Google Maps.
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Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
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Tulips and other bulb flowers are natural products and even though the Keukenhof has advanced growing methods, the course of nature depends mainly on the weather. Therefore it cannot be guaranteed how many flowers and flower fields can be visited and seen during your tour.
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The Keukenhof Gardens is a cash-free site, so cash payments will not be accepted
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Children up to and including 3 years old are free of charge (not occupying a seat)
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience 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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Amsterdam: Keukenhof, Zaanse Schans Windmills, Cheese Guided Tour
(1309) Reviews
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About
See all the Dutch icons such as the Tulips in Keukenhof gardens & the windmills, cheese and clogs at Zaanse Schans.
Leave Amsterdam aboard a comfortable coach and head into the heart of the Dutch countryside. On the way, enjoy views of colorful flower fields in bloom. At Keukenhof Gardens, begin with a 45-minute guided tour through its show gardens. Your expert guide will explain the history, cultivation, and cultural importance of the tulip, the Netherlands’ most iconic flower. Then, enjoy free time to explore at your own pace and capture stunning photos of the gardens.
Next, continue to Zaanse Schans, a picture-perfect village famous for its historic windmills and traditional houses. Yo...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
1-Hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise ticket (if option selected) Timeslot each 30 minutes between 10 and 21
Live wooden shoe-making demonstration
Zaanse Schans orientation tour with a local guide
Guided 45-minute tour of Keukenhof Gardens
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional bilingual guide
Dutch cheese tasting at Catharina Hoeve Farm
Skip the line ticket Keukenhof gardens and guided tour
Live commentary provided on board by a guide
Gratuities for the guide and driver
Entree to a windmill at the Zaanse Schans. The price of a windmill is approximately €7.50 per person
Hotel pickup and drop-off
(unless specified)
Meeting Points
Departure
Stationsplein 4
Our meeting point is a 1-min walk from Amsterdam Central. Exit via the city side (Stationsplein) main entrance. Cross the square toward the white Stromma building at Stationsplein 4. For the most accurate directions, use Google Maps.
Return
Itinerary
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Amsterdam
Start your tour from meetingpoint in Amsterdam: Tour Company, Stationsplein 4, 1012 AB Amsterdam .
Our meeting point is only a 1-minute walk from the Amsterdam Central Station. When you arrive at Amsterdam Central, exit through the Stations-side (city side) main entrance onto Stationsplein. You’ll see our location at Stationsplein 4, in the white Stromma building, just a short walk across the square towards the city center. We recommend using Google Maps for the most accurate directions
10 minutes
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Keukenhof
We then continue to the highlight of the tour: Keukenhof, the world’s most famous flower park. Located in the heart of the Dutch tulip region, Keukenhof features 32 hectares of beautifully landscaped gardens and over 15 kilometers of walking paths filled with millions of blooming tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, and other spring flowers. Stroll through themed gardens, admire colourful flower displays, and experience one of the Netherlands’ most spectacular seasonal attractions.
Bringing your own food: It is allowed to bring your own food and drinks into the park. There are designated picnic areas with benches where you can enjoy your own lunch. You can also buy lunch at various locations throughout the park. The Keukenhof Gardens also offer good vegan options.
3 hours and 30 minutes
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Zaanse Schans
Step back in time at Zaanse Schans, a charming Dutch heritage village known for its historic windmills, traditional wooden houses, and artisan workshops. Discover how clogs and cheese are made, stroll along scenic canals, and experience the authentic atmosphere of the Netherlands’ rich cultural history.
Bringing your own food: It is allowed to bring your own food and drinks into the village. At the Zaanse Schans, you can grab lunch from food trucks or enjoy a typical Dutch lunch at a pancake restaurant.
2 hours and 30 minutes
4
Kooijman Souvenirs & Clogs Wooden Shoe Workshop
You will visit the clog museum and wooden shoemaker’s workshop, where you’ll watch traditional craftsmen at work making clogs and other wooden artifacts. You will also enjoy a live demonstration showing how wooden clogs are traditionally made.
30 minutes
5
Catharina Hoeve Cheese Farm
Visit Catharina Hoeve, an authentic Dutch cheese farm, where you’ll learn how traditional Dutch cheese is made using time honoured farming methods. Discover the cheese-making process, hear the stories behind local traditions, and enjoy tasting delicious, real Dutch farmer’s cheese fresh from the farm.
Of course, there is also an opportunity to taste cheese for those who are gluten-free or have other allergies. Please always inform the relevant staff member at Henri Willig in advance.
30 minutes
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Lisse
After a short ride from Amsterdam to the bulbflower area around Lisse, we start your tour by making a scenic ride in this area. Depending upon the season you see a landscape with colourful bulbflower carpets in almost any colour you can imagine. We try to find a spot where we can stop to make some pictures.
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Amsterdam Canal Ring
If selected, the tour includes an open departure ticket for the popular Amsterdam Canal Cruise. The ticket is provided during tour check-in. The canal cruise is operated by Stromma, with departure locations at Damrak and Central Station.
The canal cruise starts in the heart of Amsterdam near Central Station. Routes vary depending on canal traffic, but you will see the UNESCO-listed 17th-century canals, including the Herengracht, Keizersgracht, and Prinsengracht, along with the city’s iconic architecture. The cruise includes an audio guide in 19 languages and commentary from the captain.