Day trips from Amsterdam

Discover the “Venice of the North” on a full-day Giethoorn trip from Amsterdam, complete with a canal cruise and round-trip transfers.

• Full day out to: Giethoorn, with round-trip luxury coach transfers from Amsterdam and free time to explore the peaceful, car-free village.
• You’ll get: A 1-hour Giethoorn canal cruise and walking tour, round-trip luxury coach transport from Amsterdam, a knowledgeable driver and local insights, discounts on attractions and museums, plus free time to wander Giethoorn at your own pace.
• Giethoorn: Explore a fairytale-like village where canals replace roads and boats, bikes, and footpaths shape everyday life.
• Boat ride: Cruise through Giethoorn’s tranquil waterways on a 1-hour canal tour, passing charming bridges, traditional Dutch homes, and canal-side views.

Inclusions #

• 7.5-hour day tour of Giethoorn

• Round-trip luxury coach transfers from Amsterdam

• 1-hour boat tour through Giethoorn’s canals

• Insights from a local English & Spanish-speaking guide

• Explore at your own pace with plenty of free time

• Discount on attractions and museums

• 7.5-hour self-guided tour in Giethoorn (as per option selected)

• Information leaflet in English, Spanish, Italian, French and German (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Hotel transfers

• Food and drink

• Entry to other attractions

What’s not allowed

• Pets are not permitted on this experience due to venue restrictions.

Accessibility

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

Additional information

• Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
• Infants aged 3 and under can join free of charge, provided they do not occupy their own seat. Valid ID must be shown at the meeting point.

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.