Escape Amsterdam: E-Bike to Zaanse Schans Windmills & Zaandam
Overview
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5 hours 30 minutes
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Personally crafted tour, and the only small group tour in Amsterdam. Real conversations, with flexibility to stop for those perfect photo moments.
We'll visit working windmills and meet the people who run them, cycling through the peaceful 't Twiske nature reserve on paths that tour buses can't reach, and our guides know the local stories, and hidden spots that make this journey special.
With comfortable e-bikes you'll spend your energy enjoying the scenery, not fighting traffic. Most of our route runs through countryside and dedicated bike paths—you'll barely notice you're cycling 40km.
Some notes: Must be comfortable riding a bike and able to cycle in traffic for short periods
Minimum height: 1.50m (4'9") for adults, 1.55m (5'1") for children
Limited kids' bikes available for riders 1.40m-1.55m (4'7"-5'1") - message us for availability
Tours operate rain or shine (high-quality ponchos provided)
Helmets available at our shop
No refunds for no-shows, late arrivals, or cancellations
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
40 km/25 mile ride - made super easy with Electric Bikes
Minimum height: Adult 1,50. Child: 1,55m. Email for other limited options
You need to be able to ride a bike for this 40 KM tour. The bikes are not scooters.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Rain Poncho - available at the shop
Small Group Guarantee - max 10
English Speaking Guide - German, Spanish, French, Dutch upon private tour request
Helmet - available at the shop
Electric Bike for the tour: these are NOT scooters
You MUST be able to comfortably ride a bike within traffic for short periods
Avoid wearing baggy cloths
Gratuity
What To Expect
Amsterdam
We start in the city of Amsterdam as we pedal away to the ferry boat
IJ
Behind the train station we find the free ferry boats which will take us to Noord on our path out of town
Options
Adult: 1,50-1,96m/ Child 155+
Reviews
444 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Roaming the countryside on an e-bike is a really great experience
nelamav,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The tour was enjoyable - especially the quiet village streets and windmill area. However, it took some time to get used to the e-bike's controls, and some of the team had to stop at times to slow down. Zaandam's time seems to be a little less. Still, the guide was good and the views out of town were very nice. A good option for those who like to ride a bike.
10/10 Amsterdam E-Bike tour of the Countryside
jeffreylewish2017,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had never been to Amsterdam before & was traveling solo. I had one free day and decided to get off the beaten path. I called a local company & they could not accommodate, they Recommended me to Kendra & boy am I HAPPY they did! This was easily the highlight of my trip to Amsterdam. Having the opportunity to do a 30 mile bike ride on an electric bike was so much fun! First time on one of these bikes & they rode incredibly.. The bikes were in amazing conditions and were top of the line. I most enjoyed Kendra's knowledge on the history of Amsterdam and her cultural commentary on how it became to be. She toured us around the country side, introduced us to a passionate lifelong windmill operator - Marcel, and brought us to Zaanse Schans. We missed the ferry back into town and had the great opportunity to see some of the beautiful street grafiti in the Noord District which I really enjoyed too. Kendra was 10/10 - super funny & professional. I will definitely be booking this trip again when I return to Amsterdam in the future. I cannot recommend this experience enough!! Five Stars across the board
Great day out to see windmills and ride a bike
edwM5048QB,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gabe did a great job showing us around making sure we were all safe and giving a great history and explanation of what we were seeing and how it developed over time. The bikes were great and easy to use for the bike shop was a nice place to start and end the tour
Rain tour of the Amsterdam countryside
X9309FXbirgitm,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Despite the rain a nice tour. Many stops with interesting information from our guide. The tour was in English but very easy to understand. Even for our children.
Great day tour on e-bikes outside the city
Susan R,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great alternative to being driven around on tour buses. Got to see the beautiful country side and many animals on the trip. Got a private tour of a working windmill even before Z-Chasse . Gabe, our guide, was super knowledgeable, American archeologist who has been in Amsterdam 6 years.
Gabe was a great guide. ...
Ellie H,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Gabe was a great guide. I was nervous about the tour length as I have not been on a bike in at least 5 years but it was not physically challenging. It was great to get out of the city and see the countryside.
Ebike Windmill tour
mariellenh2014,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was so much fun! Kendra was both informative and entertaining. It was nice to get out of the city and see the countryside. Almost felt like a native!! Riding the ebike was easy and this was not a strenuous trip. We had ages 10 - 69 in my group! Highly recommend.
Fun e-bike ride into the country
Austintreelover,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great e- bike ride with Corbin! Lots of scenery, was fun to go through the little villages. Didn't like zaanse schans stop so much, was very crowded and touristy, but the café was good.
Day trip from Amsterdam on e bikes.
Maura M,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great communication. Bikes were in excellent condition. Our guide was top itch also! The only thing that wasn’t good was the weather windy and rainy. But we knew ahead of time and had gear with us. The country side was beautiful.
Loved this!!
Gary P,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a fabulous experience to see the countryside and windmills. Enjoyed Amsterdam a lot but this made it phenomenal. Wasn’t difficult at all and first time on an ebike. Would definitely recommend!!
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