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Private Off-the-beaten-path Countryside Windmill Tour

7 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 7 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Amsterdam, Netherlands
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6 hours (approx.)
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Overview

This Countryside Windmill Tour offers an of the beaten path experience as you travel through the idyllic northern Holland countryside. We’ll drive through the UNESCO-listed Beemster Polder, a stunning example of Dutch ingenuity in land reclamation. We will visit scenic villages, historical windmills, the charming cheese town Edam , indulge in a delicious Gouda and Edam cheese tasting experience and end with a stroll through one of the most beautiful villages Broek in Waterland.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Entrance fee to a historic windmill
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Museummolen Schermer

We’ll head to the Schermer One of the largest regained land areas in Holland, filled with windmills! In the 17th century, the lake Schermeer was drained by 52 mills, resulting in the Schermerpolder. A unique piece of water management from the Golden Age. We’ll visit the Museum mill which you can see from top to bottom. You’ll see how the mill works and how people used to live in windmills.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Schermer Mills

A drive on the dikes Through regained land of the Schermer passing Esther’s family windmill and the surrounding idyllic small villages.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

De Rijp

A visit to De Rijp which was once a busy fishing village famous for its herring fleet and whalers. However, after the surrounding sea got drained the Rijp found itself encircled by land. Jan Adriaanzoon Leeghwater, the famous hydraulic engineer was born here. Free from mass tourism, De Rijp is a beautiful village to visit.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

De Beemster (pass by)

We’ll drive through the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Beemster with its regained land known as Polders. A system of roads, plots, farms, and canals was carefully planned across the polder after the Beemster Lake was drained. We’ll see the beautiful farmhouses and the green meadows.
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Jacobs Hoeve Cheese Farm by Henri Willig

Cheese tasting at a cheese farm in KatwoudeAt the cheese farm of Henry Willig we will have a Gouda and Edam cheese tasting. They are in the top 10 of the world cheesemakers. If you are a cheese lover… you are in cheese heaven! They have 30 flavors and develop the cheeses specifically for travel. Always wanted to know how a clog is being made? Join the wooden shoe craft demonstration and find out. You can even try or buy a pair of wooden shoes!
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Volendam

LunchtimeYou can choose where you want to have lunch. As locals, we know a lot of nice places. Whether it’s at a local fish restaurant or a traditional Dutch pancake restaurant, just tell us your preferences and we’ll arrange it for you.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Edam

Step back in time and discover the charm of Edam, one of the most picturesque towns in the Netherlands. Famous for its world-renowned Edam cheese, this beautifully preserved town offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and Dutch authenticity.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Broek

Broek in WaterlandThis village is surrounded by water and is one of the most beautiful villages in Holland. It is comparable with the famous Dutch water village Giethoorn. We’ll enjoy a pleasant stroll passing the old wooden houses with their preserved original details, like ceremonial doors and carved lintels, and a beautiful restored sixteenth century church. The floor is paved with the tombstones of the formally rich inhabitants of Broek in Waterland.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Amsterdam

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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Off-the-beaten-path Countryside Windmill Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-455835P5

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Entrance fee to a historic windmill
  • Parking Fees
  • Cheese tasting
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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