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The Ultimate Zaanse-Schans Private Day Trip

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Amsterdam, Netherlands
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4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

What if there was a way to experience Zaanse-Schans away from the big tourist busses and audio guides? Well, you are in luck because this is the private Zaanse-Schans day trip you are looking for!

Meet your local guide in Amsterdam and embark on a Zaanse-Schans journey where you'll get to discover this unique attraction off the beaten path. Yes, get ready to experience Zaanse-Schans windmill town from an authentic perspective with its highlights, the ins and outs, stories, and cultural facts - just for you! And don't forget to check out Clog-making workshop, a must-see while exploring with your local guide.

Withlocals The Ultimate Zaanse-Schans Private Day Trip™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

What's Included

  • Carbon neutral experience
  • Cheese Tasting
  • Entrance Ticket to a Windmill
  • Lunch
  • Entrance to any other attractions than mentioned
  • Hotel pick up and drop-off
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Meeting Location

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Stationsplein
1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands

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What To Expect

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Zaanse Schans

Be part of a wooden clogs or 'klompen' workshop at a local shoemaking factory
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Catharina Hoeve Cheese Farm

Learn about the different cheeses in Holland & taste them
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Zaans Museum

Visit the magical windmills of Zaanse Schans old village
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Phil Good Massage (pass by)

Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
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Indie’s Welvaren Spice Warehouse (pass by)

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Zaans Gedaan CacaoLab (pass by)

Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
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Molen De Kat (pass by)

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Museumwinkel Albert Heijn (pass by)

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Centraal Station

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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Wear comfortable shoes.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Ultimate Zaanse-Schans Private Day Trip?

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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What's Included

Activity name

  • Carbon neutral experience
  • Cheese Tasting
  • Entrance Ticket to a Windmill
  • Public transport
  • Private local guide
  • Lunch
  • Entrance to any other attractions than mentioned
  • Hotel pick up and drop-off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Wear comfortable shoes.

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