Marken, Volendam and Windmills

General information

DestinationCategory
Amsterdam, NetherlandsSightseeing Tours

Program details

Leave bustling Amsterdam behind in this half day excursion and discover the picture postcard Dutch countryside - think vast fields of colourful flowers, windmills, polders and canals.

Highlights
- Admire the renowned collection of windmills at Zaanse Schans
- Visit a wooden shoe factory
- See the traditional dress in Volendam

You'll also visit quaint fishing villages and witness traditional craftsmen at work. Through the tour, your knowledgeable guide will provide you with a running commentary on all the fascinating sights and landmarks, making for an enjoyable, informative day out.



The first stop is Zaanse Schans, a traditional village renowned for its many windmills dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. Here you will have the opportunity to visit a workshop where wooden clogs are still made in the traditional way. Neither should you miss the historic shipyard where many great wooden ships were built in the past.



Next stop are the picturesque fishing villages of Volendam and Marken, situated on the coast of the Ijselmeer. You'll see old wooden houses built on stilts and locals wearing colourful traditional costumes.



Languages

English, French, German and Spanish.



Others

Visit to Cheese factory, Wooden Shoe factory and windmill included.

Redeem information
Voucher type: Printed
Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

Location
Starting point:
Amsterdam Centraal station
In the IJ hall of Central Station on the far eastern side.

End point: Same as starting point

Schedule
Duration: 5,5 Hours

Guiding options
Guiding type: Guide