Day Trips

From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans & Cheese Tasting Tour

Name: From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans & Cheese Tasting Tour
Start: 2026-09-29T12:30:00
End: 2026-09-29T15:00:00
Location: Amsterdam

4.8/5(986)

Maria R

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The tour and the shops were amazing . The drivers were very nice, the only negative point was the delay in the depart to Zaanse Schans. All the rest went good.

Ali G

Group

Verified booking

Aug 2026

Our tour of Zaanse Schans was, overall, very enjoyable and well-organized. It was truly impressive to see Dutch traditional life, the windmills, and the historic atmosphere up close. The cheese and wooden shoe workshops were particularly fascinating. It’s definitely a must-see destination for taking photos and exploring the area.

Nataliya R

Solo

Verified booking

Jul 2026

A comfortable bus, great service. At Zaanse Schans itself, I enjoyed the pleasant breeze, the sandy paths, tasting different kinds of cheese, and finally choosing my favorite. It was interesting to visit the clock museum and the wooden shoe museum—the klompen. And of course, those wonderful windmills! A beautiful, peaceful place (even with tourists) where you feel connected to the local nature.

Alessia A

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

The experience was fantastic! It was pretty easy to find the meeting point, and the staff were helpful and friendly. The bus driver also shared interesting facts along the way. The tasting was excellent, and the scenery was breathtaking.

Discover historic windmills and village charm at Zaanse Schans, with round-trip transfers from Amsterdam so you can simply relax and explore.

Set your own pace on a self-guided visit as you watch a live clog-making demo and sample Dutch cheeses during an artisan tasting session.

Stroll through Zaanse Schans among iconic Dutch windmills and wooden houses, with time to browse local workshops, shops, and scenic viewpoints.

Watch artisans carve wooden clogs step by step, then see how Dutch cheeses are made before enjoying an on-site tasting at the venue.

If you prefer more structure, upgrade to a 3.5-hour guided tour with an expert English-speaking guide, or add a 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise.

2.5-hour self-guided visit to Zaanse Schans

Round-trip transfers from Amsterdam

Entry to a cheese-weighing house

Cheese-making demonstration

Local cheese tasting

Live clog-making demonstration

10% discount at the Henri Willig cheese shop (as per option selected)

Free map and digital walking guide (as per option selected)

3.5-hour guided tour of Zaanse Schans (as per option selected)

1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise (as per option selected)

Expert English-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Entry fee to the windmills at Zaanse Schans

Lunch

Hotel pickup and drop-off

TOTAL DURATION2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Timeline
Map
Start point
2 starting points available
22 min by a/c bus
19 km
1. Zaanse Schans
Tickets included
3 activities
Step into a real-life postcard at Zaanse Schans! Wander past windmills, see how cheese and clogs are made, and let the bakery museum’s aroma tempt you inside—all with your digital guide.
Things to do
Witness traditional windmills
Included in price
Cheese tasting
Included in price
Clog-making demo
Included in price
20 min by a/c bus
17.8 km
End point
2 ending points available
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Daniel T
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
The tour is well worth it for visitors, as you don't have to worry about taking public transport. The buses are very comfortable to travel in, and the guide materials (physical brochure and the digital app) are really helpful for getting around the Zaanse area. Recommended!
Maria R
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The tour and the shops were amazing . The drivers were very nice, the only negative point was the delay in the depart to Zaanse Schans. All the rest went good.
Gregorio G
Group
Verified booking
Last week
The town we visited is incredible, straight out of a fairytale. Everything was very well organized, and the flexible schedule made it very easy to return whenever you wanted.
Sunil K
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Very well organised. Guide was good . He explained in detail the history of all three spots. Thank you for making the trip so exceptinal.
Ellen F
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
The bus was clean and safe, but I wish I had understood that I still needed tickets to both the Mill and other museums. Should have read the fine print.

What to bring

Tickets and ID: Keep your entry tickets and a valid ID handy for a smooth experience.

What’s not allowed

Pets: Pets are not permitted at the venues included in this experience.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access: This experience is not accessible to wheelchair users.

Strollers: Foldable strollers are permitted on this experience.

Guide dogs: Registered guide dogs are welcome on this experience.

Additional information

Punctuality: Late arrivals cannot be rescheduled, so please make sure you arrive on time.

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