Windmill Tour from Amsterdam, Including Volendam & Marken

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

5 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Take a day trip by bus from Amsterdam for a comfortable 5,5-hour break into deep-rooted Dutch tradition, traveling beyond breathtaking countryside with free Wi-Fi and getting carried away by the iconic windmills.

The experience focuses squarely on the magnificent Zaanse Schans and the charming fishing village of Volendam. At first, Zaanse Schans welcomes you to a village like no other; walk around at leisure, admire the perfectly preserved windmills and quaint old houses, and then continue to the lively fishing village of Volendam. There, visit a cheese shop where the old ways are still used, and enjoy an instructive Volendam cheese presentation.

Choose your adventure:

-The Classic Tour includes the captivating art of clog-making and a cheesemaking demonstration.

-The All-In Tour offers the full flavour: cheese, clogs, a cruise on the Marken Express, entry to a working windmill, and a sweet stop at Woltje's Bakery: taste a real Dutch stroopwafel!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children up to and including 3 years old are free of charge (not occupying a seat)

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Clog making demonstration with operating antique steam engine

Visit traditional Marker house (only on the All-Inclusive Tour)

Cheese demonstration

Visit inside operating windmill (only on All-Inclusive Tour)

30 minute boat tour between Volendam and Marken (only on All-Inclusive Tour)

Transport by luxurious air-conditioned bus with free Wi-Fi

Hotel pickup and drop off

Food and drinks, unless specified

What To Expect

Zaanse Schans

The Zaanse Schans is a charming historic village near Amsterdam, known for its iconic Dutch windmills and traditional green wooden houses. Visitors can stroll along the scenic riverbanks, explore artisan workshops, and see how clogs and cheese are made. A highlight is the row of functioning windmills, each with a unique purpose like sawing wood or grinding spices. With the all-inclusive tour, you can step inside one of these windmills for a fascinating look at Dutch engineering in action. It’s a perfect day trip for experiencing the Netherlands' rich cultural heritage.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Volendam

Volendam is a picturesque fishing village on the IJsselmeer, famous for its old harbor, colorful boats, and traditional Dutch costumes. Once home to a thriving fishing community, it still reflects its maritime roots in every corner. Strolling through the village, you’ll find charming streets, fresh seafood, and friendly locals. With the all-inclusive tour, you can also visit a local cheese factory to see how Dutch cheese is made and enjoy a tasting. It’s a delightful blend of culture, history, and local flavor.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Options

All-inclusive Tour

Extra to the Classic option: syrup waffle and clog making demo, windmill, traditional marker house visit and boat trip incl.

Classic Tour

Visit to the Zaanse Schans, Volendam & Marken by luxurious bus are included. A cheese demonstration is also included.

Reviews

4.18

4,567 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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Great, Knowledgable Tour Guides! Great Tour!
E414JSrobl,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We really enjoyed our tour, Mercedes and Frankie were great tour guides. It was a meaningful experience I highly recommend.
good trip
neeral2025,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
The trip was enjoyable, though not particularly exceptional. Perhaps the experience felt less personal due to the large bus and group size. That said, it did meet expectations for traveling with a bigger group. In contrast, our day trip in Edinburgh with a smaller group of 18 people in a mini-bus was truly delightful. The intimacy and flexibility of the smaller setting made a noticeable difference. It might be worth considering for more tour agencies to offer smaller group options, as they can greatly enhance the overall experience.
A Good Excursion
Franco E,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Great experience with the windmills and the cheese shop. I wish the excursion could've been a little bit longer. Cheese-making demonstrarion IS NOT a demo, but only a verbal explanation of the cheese-making process. Unlike other tours, this specific one is too commercialized; more focused on getting guests to purchase cheese (which are very delicious) and clogs. Mercedes our guide was very informative (she even told us to take it easy, get early dinner and relax inside our hotel rooms due to the impeding wind/rain storm due to hit Amsterdam that evening). Herman, our driver, was terrific and very friendly.
It was perfect and...
Marianne B,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was perfect and enjoyed every minute of it! We would definitely recommend it it to anyone visiting Amsterdam.
Too crowded
Beverly A,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
There were too many people on the tour. It was impossible to see the windmill workings or the clog maker demonstration because it was too crowded.
Very nice. Different...
Felicia R,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very nice. Different areas seen wonderful trip. Amazing places seen. Would recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area.
We were not given much...
Susan C,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
We were not given much time in Zaanse Schanz as we would have liked to have had. Demonstration in the windmill was very informative and the clog making in Marken was entertaining. However we were disappointed with the cheese making demonstration as it wasn’t really a demonstration of cheese making. W
Great experience! Would...
Lynn H,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great experience! Would highly recommend. Might be difficult for someone who has any walking/ mobility issues.
Guides walked and talked...
Benjamin R,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Guides walked and talked fast. Definitely need to be upfront and close. I walk with a cane so I missed somethings.
Windmill excursion
Linda B,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great excursion. Wish we had had more time at the Windmill village as we didn’t get a chance to explore the shops. Felt a bit rushed but other than that we enjoyed all the stops.

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