Day trips from Amsterdam

Experience the best of Holland: see the world-famous tulips and historic windmills in one easy day.

• Day out to: Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans on a comfortable AC coach from Amsterdam and return to the city by evening.
• You'll get: Keukenhof entry, round-trip transport from Amsterdam, and live demonstrations of traditional Dutch cheese and clog making at Zaanse Schans.
• Keukenhof: Explore 32 hectares of vibrant blooms! See 7 million tulips, themed gardens, flower shows, and 800 tulip species in Europe’s largest garden.
• Zaanse Schans: Step into an open-air museum of working windmills. Walk the Zaan riverbanks, visit an operational mill, and see traditional Dutch crafts.
• Upgrades: Get a 45-min English guided tour of Keukenhof and a 10% discount on cheeses and pancakes or join an extended tour to Volendam and Marken.

Inclusions #

• Full-day trip to Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans

• AC coach transfers from Amsterdam

• Entry tickets to Keukenhof

• Free time at Zaanse Schans and Keukenhof

• Cheese-making demo at Zaanse Schans

• Clog-making demo at Zaanse Schans

Additional paid upgrades:

• 45-min guided tour of Keukenhof

• English-speaking guide

• Complimentary multilingual map and information leaflet in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German

• Friendly hosts in Amsterdam and Keukenhof

• 10% discount on Henri Willig cheeses and on pancakes at De Kraai in Zaanse Schans

• Fast-track entry tickets to Keukenhof

• Extended day trip to Volendam and Marken

• Access a windmill still in operation

• 30-min boat tour between Volendam & Marken

• Visit an authentic Marker home from the 1940s

What to bring:

• Ensure your entry tickets and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• Children below the age of 3 can enter for free.
• Flowering in the park depends on weather conditions and is subject to change.
• Please check in 30 minutes before departure.
• Note: The itinerary of the tour can change.
• This tour has no departures on April 27(King's Day)

Discover the “Venice of the North” on a full-day trip with a scenic boat cruise and a leaflet.

• Full day out to: Giethoorn, with round-trip luxury coach transfers from Amsterdam. Enjoy four hours of free time to explore the car-free village.
• You’ll get: A 1-hour Giethoorn canal cruise, luxury coach transport, and free time for walking through Giethoorn at your own pace.
• Giethoorn: Wander a fairytale village where boats, bikes, and footpaths replace cars, with no strict itinerary.
• Boat cruise: Glide through Giethoorn’s canals, soaking up the peaceful scenery and unique Dutch architecture on a 1-hour canal cruise.

Inclusions #

• 8-hour day tour of Giethoorn

• Round-trip luxury coach transfers from Amsterdam

• 1-hour boat tour through Giethoorn’s canals

• Explore at your own pace with 4 hours of free time

• Driver with local knowledge

• Discount on attractions and museums

Exclusions #

• Hotel transfers

• Food and drink

• Entry to other attractions

What’s not allowed

• Due to venue restrictions, your pets cannot tag along.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

• Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point on time for your reserved departure.

What to bring

• Ensure your entry tickets and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.
• Bring comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
• Please note that Keukenhof is a cash-free site, so carry your cards to make any extra payments not included in the experience.

What's not allowed

• Drones are not permitted on this experience.
• Due to venue restrictions, your pets cannot tag along.

Accessibility

• This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
• You can rent a wheelchair via www.keukenhof.nl.

Additional information

• Exchange your voucher for the bus tour to receive your official entry ticket.
• The ticket is only valid for the day stamped on it.
• The meeting point in Amsterdam is provided on your final voucher and may vary by option.
• Typical travel time is approximately 35–50 minutes each way, depending on traffic.
• Plan around 6–8 hours for your visit, but you may stay as long as you like at Keukenhof until closing time.
• Buses back to Amsterdam depart between 11am and 6:30pm, with the last bus leaving Keukenhof at 6:30pm.
• Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, small lockers, left luggage facility, dining outlets, parking, charging stations for electric vehicles, and bike rental.

Inclusions #

• Full-day tour to Keukenhof

• Round-trip shuttle transfer from Amsterdam

• Boarding from Centraal Station or A'DAM Tower (as per option selected)

• Transfers on a luxury, air-conditioned bus with guaranteed seating

• Entry ticket to Keukenhof

• Free detailed Keukenhof map and practical leaflet with tips from locals in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German

• Friendly hosts to assist at departure and arrival

Additional paid upgrades:

• Full-day tour of Keukenhof and Tulip Farm

• Entry to a tulip farm

• 1-hour windmill cruise in Kagerplassen

• Friendly multilingual hosts/guides on the bus

Exclusions #

• Food and drinks

Explore Dutch villages with windmills, cheese tasting, and traditional craft demonstrations.

• Day out to: Zaanse Schans with windmills, Volendam’s waterfront harbor, and Marken’s village known for wooden houses and traditional coastal charm.
• You’ll get: Transport between villages, guided insights, and interactive stops featuring cheese making and clog crafting that bring Dutch traditions to life.
• Zaanse Schans & Volendam: See working windmills and traditional workshops, then walk Volendam’s harbor lined with fishing boats, shops, and waterfront views.
• Marken: Discover Marken’s wooden houses and village layout, then explore its quiet streets and scenic coastal setting nearby.
• Upgrades: Enhance your trip by adding an English or Spanish guide, a boat ride, visit to Edam, multilingual audio guides on bus, visit with windmill access, stroopwafel demonstration & wooden house entry.

Inclusions #

• 6-8 hours guided tour to Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken

• Round-trip transportation by bus

• Cheese making demonstration and tasting

• Clog-making demonstration

• Guided experience with a live guide

Additional paid upgrades:

• English or Spanish-speaking guide

• Visit to Edam

• Multilingual audio guide on the bus with free earphones

• 30-minute boat tour between Volendam and Marken

• Traditional stroopwafel making demonstration

• Visit to a working windmill

• Visit to a traditional wooden in Marken

Exclusions #

• Lunch

What to bring

• Ensure your entry tickets and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.

What’s not allowed

• Your pets are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility

• This experience is not accessible to wheelchair users.

Additional information

• Arrive 10 minutes early to meet your guide, because the bus leaves on time, no exceptions!
• For safety reasons, the visit to Marken may be replaced if the weather takes a turn.

Experience Volendam’s fishing village charm, with cheese tasting, clog demos, and live boat restoration.

• Half-day out to: Volendam, with luxury coach transfers from Amsterdam, a visit to the Botterwerf shipyard (film & live restoration), Henri Willig Cheese Farm & Clog Factory (cheese tasting & clog-making demo).
• You’ll get: Cheese tasting, clog-making demo, digital walking tour, a detailed map, multilingual leaflets, 10% off Henri Willig cheese, and discounts at select restaurants.
• Botterwerf Shipyard: Step into Volendam’s maritime heart—see traditional “botter” boats restored, enjoy a local film, and soak up the harbour’s lively atmosphere.
• Henri Willig Cheese Farm & Clog Factory: Tour the family-run farm, sample artisan Gouda, and watch clogs being crafted the traditional way.
• Volendam: Enjoy free time to wander the streets, explore local museums, or relax with a fresh seafood lunch by the harbour with the digital walking tour and included map.

Inclusions #

• Half-day tour to Volendam (5 hours)

• Round-trip luxury coach transfers from This is Holland

• Digital walking tour of Volendam

• Detailed Volendam map

• Multilingual information leaflet in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German

• Botterwerf shipyard visit

• Henri Willig Cheese Farm & Clog Factory visit

• Cheese tasting

• Clog-making demonstration

• Friendly local driver

• 10% discount on Henri Willig cheese

• Discounts at select restaurants and museums

Exclusions #

• Food and drinks

• Hotel pick-up

• Personal expenses

What to bring

• Wear comfortable walking shoes, as you will be exploring Volendam on foot.
• Dress appropriately for the weather, as parts of the tour take place outdoors.

What’s not allowed

• Pets are not permitted on this experience.
• Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited on the tour and at all venues.
• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on the coach or at the attractions.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• Arrive at the departure point (This is Holland, Overhoeksplein 51, Amsterdam) at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
• To reach the departure point, take the free F3 ferry from behind Amsterdam Central Station to Buiksloterweg; it’s a 3-minute ferry ride and a 3-minute walk from the ferry.
• Free toilets and waiting facilities are available at the departure point.
• The tour operates in all weather conditions; please plan accordingly.