Overview
30 minutes
Mobile ticket
See the historic harbour/fishing village of Volendam and discover former island Marken on a boat tour that's been running for over 80 years
Enjoy the beautiful coastline of the former Zuiderzee area and learn all about the region's history & development with an audio guide (English/Dutch)
Take your bike on the boat for a small fee, determine your own track and speed and explore each destination
An experience that you will never forget and that is suitable for any age and all weather conditions
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Take your vouchers to one of our ticket offices in Volendam or Marken. You can find them in the harbours next to our boats. Our Dock Captain will exchange them for boat tickets and bring you to our captain of the boat. We depart around every 30 to 45 minutes. A one way trip takes 30 minutes. After your cruise to Volendam or Marken, enjoy exploring the village. Inquire the captain about the last departure time if you want to return with the Marken Express as well.
Options
Return Trip
Duration: 1 hour: We depart every 30 to 45 minutes. A trip between Volendam & Marken takes 30 minutes. Take the boat back when you want. Drinks and snacks: It is possible to get drinks and snacks aboard of our ships. (extra price) Volendam & Marken: Start your trip in Volendam or Marken. Take the boat back when you want.
One Way Trip
Volendam & Marken: With a one way ticket it is possible to go from Volendam to Marken or the other way around.
What‘s Included
Boat transfer (one-way or round-trip depending on the selected option)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
89 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun and cozy trip with perfect weather. Staff were very helpful and friendly
Kim B,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice and cozy trip, staff was helpful and very friendly
Water
sofied819,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00With good weather, and 30 min transferred, to Marken. Nice experience.
Great experience
606marisolo,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great day we had yesterday in Volendam and Marken via Social Deal with Rederij Volendam-Marken Express! Due to a long traffic jam we unfortunately arrived later than planned, but Yvette was already waiting for us at Haven 70. She helped us very kindly and clearly explained what we could do to get the most out of our day. Thanks to her we could quickly go to Marken and experience a nice demonstration of a clog maker. Then we walked through the cozy Marken, enjoyed a snack and drink and finally went back to Volendam. Finally, we had another great family photo taken. Truly a day to remember! Super well arranged and highly recommended for a fun day out with the family.
Sailing with Captain Johnny Luknar
T4584DLgaryh,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00we made this trip on our holidays. Captain Johnny made our experience one to remember. He found out we are Canadian and invited us to the bridge. There we talked and compared countries. We joined him once again for the return trip and talked some more. What a class act this guy is, made a memory for my wife and myself.
The best Captain
D178TMmohameda,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best Captain ever Mr Johnny
One of the best experiences of my life
Kamal Ş,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Welcome captain . First of all thanks for great experience that I gain. Captain Luknar it was really pleasure to meet you. Perfect story teller and perfect jokes. When he invited me to the cabin it was unbelievable. U know u can make a plan before trip but you can’t make a plan like that. It is just happened and when something comes to you without your expectation :) And I just learned during the way he knows 8 different languages my first reaction was huh?)) He definitely deserves more than that
Lovely trip!
Roving19834792989,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a very nice excursion. Boat ride was calm and slow. Marken is an adorable place to visit, especially if you have not visited Holland before. It’s picturesque, and it’s lovely to walk around the village looking at the unique houses, lovely gardens, and quaint farms. It’s a reminder that life doesn’t have to be as hectic as we tend to live it.
Nice trip
511muatha,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice beautiful day Excellent experience
Beautiful tour with rain or sun
carla,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is beautiful has to walk *****is the second time I come and very worth seeing many shops , cafes and the cheese factory.
Great experience
patriciavJ865IZ,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Because we were married for 121⁄2 years we went for a day of volendam, which of course includes the boat trip. I have to say was a really great experience and we had super nice weather.
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