From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Day Trip

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Discover the picturesque village of Giethoorn on a day trip from Amsterdam. Visit the Zaanse Schans, an open-air museum with working windmills.
◆ Giethoorn ◆ Netherlands ◆ Zaandam ◆ Western Europe ◆ Amsterdam ◆ North Holland ◆ Overijssel ◆ Europe ◆ Benelux ◆ Zaanse Schans ◆

Description

From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Day Trip

Visit two of the most popular places in Holland on a guided tour from Amsterdam. Explore the Zaanse Schans, an open-air museum, and the fairytale-like village of Giethoorn, also known as the "Venice of the North." Board an air-conditioned bus and head to the Zaanse Schans. See a typical Dutch clog shop and visit a cheese factory. Admire the various original still-working windmills and the Dutch artisans. Learn about the impressive windmill history that set off the Golden Age in the Netherlands. Next, enjoy the ride through the Dutch polders, reclaimed land, to the fairytale-like village of Giethoorn. Take a 1-hour guided boat tour and be in awe of the sights of the surroundings. Duck under picturesque bridges as the captain tells you the impressive history of Giethoorn. Have time to explore the village on your own, on foot, by boat or by bike. You can also enjoy a delicious meal before returning to Amsterdam.


What's included

  • Air-conditioned bus transportation
  • Syrup Waffle + Water
  • Visit to a Dutch clog shop
  • Visit to a cheese factory
  • Guided boat tour in Giethoorn
  • Time to explore Giethoorn on your own

Exclusions

  • Meals
  • Bike rental in Giethoorn
  • Private boat rental

Highlights

  • Discover the picturesque village of Giethoorn, known as the Venice of the North
  • Visit the Zaanse Schans, an open-air museum with working windmills
  • See a typical Dutch clog shop and visit a cheese factory
  • Enjoy a guided boat tour through the canals of Giethoorn
  • Explore the village on foot, by boat or by bike and enjoy a delicious meal

Additional Information

  • Wear comfortable shoes as there will be some walking involved.
  • Bring a camera to capture the picturesque views.
  • Consider bringing water and sunscreen for the day.
  • Smoking is not allowed on the bus.
  • No animals allowed on the bus.

Reviews

157 Reviews

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GetYourGuide traveler - Canada () Aug/03/2026 05:59:04

Terrific tour with informative and entertaining guide Ibrahim. Reasonabĺe amount of time spent at each location. When one couple got lost returning to the bus, the guide made every effort to locate them. Even though this made us return to Amsterdam a half hour late, the couple was found. For tourists, it's comforting to know that we wouldn't just be left behind in a village a hour and a half away from the city.

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GetYourGuide traveler - Ireland () Aug/01/2026 11:20:01

Excellent. Enjoyed very well. Tour guide was brilliant, he was very humorous and engaging every one in every second. He rendered information regarding Netherlands history and all around it. Highly Recommended 👍.

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Francesco - Italy () Aug/01/2026 08:54:46

super

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Stacy - United States () Jul/31/2026 11:10:59

This trip was wonderful, the guide is very professional and knowledgeable and I am so happy to join this group, for a tour of two days At Amsterdam. This is a definitely a good choice

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GetYourGuide traveler - Turkey () Jul/31/2026 08:52:30

It was an Wonderful Experience. Especially we are very happy to be guided by Mr. Ibrahim. He is an amazing guide. Thank you.

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GetYourGuide traveler - Hong Kong () Jul/31/2026 08:33:14

Lovely!

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Rositsa - Bulgaria () Jul/30/2026 15:17:30

The guide Ibrahim is so fun and friendly. Its a little bit expensive, but this is Netherland, everything here is expensive :) The countryside is very beautiful 😍

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GetYourGuide traveler - Turkey () Jul/29/2026 17:44:29

jay harika bir rehber, gezi çok güzeldi, söfor de hakikaydı, çok kibardılar

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GetYourGuide traveler - Italy () Jul/29/2026 10:43:24

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Nazan - Turkey () Jul/29/2026 05:21:52

sabah tam saatinde beyaz şemsiyeli rehberimizi bulduk ve tam saatinde gezi başladı.Rehber çok cana yakındı. gezide ara duraklar verip bazı lezzetleri tattırdı çok güzeldi. giethoorna zaten bayıldık.kanal turu çok güzeldi. rehberimiz yönlendirmesi ile kanal turu sonrası çok güzel restoranlarda yerel lezzetler denedik. gezimizden çok memnun kaldık.

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