Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Day Tour Small Group Incl. Boat Ride
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Is Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Day Tour Small Group Incl. Boat Ride worth booking?
Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Day Tour Small Group Incl. Boat Ride is a 10-hour experience in Amsterdam, Netherlands, from $141 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 56 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (56)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $141 per person
This day trip brings you in the morning to Zaanse Schans. You would visit a Dutch cheese factory, a wooden shoe factory and enjoy a royal diamond demonstration in Zaanse Schans. After that we will travel to Giethoorn, yo
What you get
About this experience
This day trip brings you in the morning to Zaanse Schans. You would visit a Dutch cheese factory, a wooden shoe factory and enjoy a royal diamond demonstration in Zaanse Schans. After that we will travel to Giethoorn, you would discover the 'Green Venice' of Holland and enjoy one hour free boat cruise in Giethoorn. You will of course have your own free time at these two places. This unique tour offers certain hotel pick-up service in Amsterdam. A bottled water will be provided to each traveler. Power bank, napkin, umbrella are provided and free to use during the whole trip. This 10 hours experience gives you a relaxed, memorable and enjoyable tour with lots of beautiful photos.
What's included
Included
- Guided Private Tour for Cheese, Wooden Shoes and Diamond Factory
- Including One Hour Boat Cruise in Giethoorn (13 Euro)
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
Not included
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Zaanse Schans
Zaanse Schans is best known for its collection of well-preserved historic windmills and houses. At Zaanse Schans, the natural windmill village, you would first have a private guided Dutch cheese factory tour, to know how to make Gouda cheese in the traditional way. You could taste more than 26 different flavors of cheese. After that, you will visit a Dutch wooden shoes factory, over here you would watch a live demonstration of making wooden shoes by a traditional clog maker. After that you would have a private Royal Amsterdam Diamond tour, to know the history of diamond, and enjoy the 'Royal Lady' diamond with 268 facets. Of course you would have your own free time to get close to the windmills and take a lot of photos.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Catharina Hoeve Cheese Farm
This attraction is the first stop at Zaanse Schans. As described above, you would experience this old cheese farm/factory, to have a private demonstration to understand how to make traditional Dutch cheese, get to know the history of this cheese farm, and cheese tasting with more than 26 different flavors.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Kooijman Souvenirs & Clogs Wooden Shoe Workshop
At this attraction, you would expect to see a live demonstration of making wooden shoes by a traditional clog maker, get to know the history of wooden shoes, and see different types of wooden shoes. You could have wooden shoes try-on here with different paintings / colors. Of course you can take as many photos as you want.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Giethoorn
After Zaanse Schans, we will travel to Giethoorn. You would explore the ‘Green Little Venice’ of the Netherlands. You will enjoy free time to explore the sights by yourself and your loved ones. we include 1 hour traditional boat cruise here. But if you want, you could cruise your own boat by yourself, that would have more fun with your family or friends.
240 minutes here
You will enjoy 1 hour boat cruise in Giethoorn to see canals, houses, and a big lake behind the village.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Amsterdam
This meeting point is at Amsterdam Central Station. You could take north exit, direction east. It is 5 minutes walk from central station, near the ferry terminal and river cruise terminal. You can use google maps for navigation.
Meeting point
Amsterdam
This meeting point is 2 minutes walking from Amsterdam Central Station. Please be prepared and wait in front of the hotel from 7:45.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
This meeting point is at Amsterdam Central Station. You could take north exit, direction east. It is 5 minutes walk from central station, near the ferry terminal and river cruise terminal. You can use google maps for navigation.
Ends at
This meeting point is 2 minutes walking from Amsterdam Central Station. Please be prepared and wait in front of the hotel from 7:45.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- K7 Travel Amsterdam
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photos
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 56 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
56 verified traveler reviews for Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Day Tour Small Group Incl. Boat Ride. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great experience
Well organized. The guide Mr. Eric provided excellent service and provided a lot of information about Zaanskans and Geithoorn. Overall we give it 5 stars and recommend it highly.
via Tripadvisor
Great 1 day trip to see Windmills, cheese making, wooden shoe making and Gethoorn.
Great day to see 2 areas outside of Amsterdam in The Netherlands. Ranier was an excellent guide. He was very knowledgeable with a great personality. We had rain on our day and he provided umbrellas and scheduled a covered boat in Giethoorn. I would recommend this trip.
via Viator
Enjoyed every bit of it!
Great day tour with just the right amount of time spent in every stop! Brilliant tour guide, that kept us informed of all there is to see and experience throughout the duration of the trip!
via Viator
Most beautiful cities...
Most beautiful cities we've seen in Amsterdam. Kai our tour guide took care of us and was very informative and funny.
via Viator
Loved it!
Wonderful day and tour guide Leidse was incredible! Impressive knowledge and full of en! This tour will give you great exposure to the true essence of Holland! Highly recommend!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 20
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Day Tour Small Group Incl. Boat Ride: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Amsterdam.
How much does Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Day Tour Small Group Incl. Boat Ride cost?
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Prices start at $141 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Amsterdam usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Day Tour Small Group Incl. Boat Ride take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Amsterdam is not rushed.
Is Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Day Tour Small Group Incl. Boat Ride worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 56 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Amsterdam, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Day Tour Small Group Incl. Boat Ride?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Day Tour Small Group Incl. Boat Ride suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Day Tour Small Group Incl. Boat Ride?
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Around 20 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Amsterdam can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Amsterdam and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Day Tour Small Group Incl. Boat Ride start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Amsterdam within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?
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On Outty we rank every Amsterdam experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Local Guide and Small Group, Guided Bike Tour of Amsterdam's Highlights & Hidden Gems, Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise including Cocktails & Snacks. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Amsterdam?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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