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Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans Windmills Bike Tour with Guide

Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans Windmills Bike Tour with Guide

After gathering at the small headquarters next to Central Station where you will get your bikes, you'll go on a 3-hour tour with a friendly and experienced guide. The banks of the Zaan River, a few kilometers north of Amsterdam, is the set of one of the most photogenic village of windmills in the Netherlands. The famous painter Claude Monet, during his stay in Holland, found here his main source of inspiration. It is your turn to discover this unique place, a postcard setting which represents perfectly the Holland of old times. The village of windmills has become a protected regional reserve, the perfect location for a splendid bike tour, led by one of the tour guides who will share with you the history and traditions of Holland. Ride on top of the Dutch bikes from the brand Batavus. These bikes are reknown for their comfort so you can focus on sightseeing only and on the stories of the guides.

Keukenhof: Private Tulip & Windmill tour with cheese tasting

Keukenhof: Private Tulip & Windmill tour with cheese tasting

8.30 AM : Meet your guide at your hotel in Amsterdam (or other convenient location) for departure to Zaanse Schans. 9:00 AM: Arrival at Zaanse Schans Zaanse Schans: Explore this picturesque, historic village, where you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back to the 18th and 19th centuries. Wander among the iconic wooden houses, and working windmills, while learning about the area's rich history and heritage. Your guide will lead you along the dike next to the river Zaan, passing the iconic windmills and sharing stories about life during the Dutch Golden Age. 9:15 AM – Visit the Last Paint Mill "De Kat" • De Kat Windmill: This iconic paint mill, dating back to 1781, is the last working paint mill in the world. Learn about the process of making pigments and the role of windmills in Dutch industry. If you wish, you can climb the windmill and enjoy stunning views from the external gallery. 9.45 AM – Cheese Tasting At the cheese farm of Henri Willig, sample a variety of local cheeses, including famous Gouda and Edam varieties. With over 30 flavors, this is a must for cheese lovers. The best part? These cheeses are crafted specifically for travel, so you can bring the flavors of Holland back home, no matter where in the world you’re headed! 10:15 AM – Wooden Shoe Craft Demonstration If you've always been curious about how traditional wooden clogs are made, the Wooden Shoe Craft Demonstration at Zaanse Schans is the perfect opportunity to learn! Watch an expert artisan at work, using hand tools to craft the iconic wooden shoes. At the Clog Museum, you’ll dive deeper into the history of Dutch clogs, discovering how they were traditionally worn by farmers, workers, and sailors. The museum showcases a wide variety of clogs, from the simple ones used for daily work to the beautifully decorated ones made for special occasions. 11.15 AM: Departure 12:00 AM :We will stop at the flower fields to make beautiful pictures! 12:30 PM: Arrival at The Keukenhof spring gardens. Visit the most beautiful spring garden in the world! We’ll spend two hours here to enjoy all the springflowers. 14:30 PM: Departure 15:00 PM: Return to your Hotel: After a delightful day exploring Zaanse Schans and The Keukenhof spring gardens the tour concludes with a return to your hotel in Amsterdam.

Paintmill. De Kat: Our most recommended tours and activities

Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans Windmills Bike Tour with Guide

Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans Windmills Bike Tour with Guide

After gathering at the small headquarters next to Central Station where you will get your bikes, you'll go on a 3-hour tour with a friendly and experienced guide. The banks of the Zaan River, a few kilometers north of Amsterdam, is the set of one of the most photogenic village of windmills in the Netherlands. The famous painter Claude Monet, during his stay in Holland, found here his main source of inspiration. It is your turn to discover this unique place, a postcard setting which represents perfectly the Holland of old times. The village of windmills has become a protected regional reserve, the perfect location for a splendid bike tour, led by one of the tour guides who will share with you the history and traditions of Holland. Ride on top of the Dutch bikes from the brand Batavus. These bikes are reknown for their comfort so you can focus on sightseeing only and on the stories of the guides.

Keukenhof: Private Tulip & Windmill tour with cheese tasting

Keukenhof: Private Tulip & Windmill tour with cheese tasting

8.30 AM : Meet your guide at your hotel in Amsterdam (or other convenient location) for departure to Zaanse Schans. 9:00 AM: Arrival at Zaanse Schans Zaanse Schans: Explore this picturesque, historic village, where you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back to the 18th and 19th centuries. Wander among the iconic wooden houses, and working windmills, while learning about the area's rich history and heritage. Your guide will lead you along the dike next to the river Zaan, passing the iconic windmills and sharing stories about life during the Dutch Golden Age. 9:15 AM – Visit the Last Paint Mill "De Kat" • De Kat Windmill: This iconic paint mill, dating back to 1781, is the last working paint mill in the world. Learn about the process of making pigments and the role of windmills in Dutch industry. If you wish, you can climb the windmill and enjoy stunning views from the external gallery. 9.45 AM – Cheese Tasting At the cheese farm of Henri Willig, sample a variety of local cheeses, including famous Gouda and Edam varieties. With over 30 flavors, this is a must for cheese lovers. The best part? These cheeses are crafted specifically for travel, so you can bring the flavors of Holland back home, no matter where in the world you’re headed! 10:15 AM – Wooden Shoe Craft Demonstration If you've always been curious about how traditional wooden clogs are made, the Wooden Shoe Craft Demonstration at Zaanse Schans is the perfect opportunity to learn! Watch an expert artisan at work, using hand tools to craft the iconic wooden shoes. At the Clog Museum, you’ll dive deeper into the history of Dutch clogs, discovering how they were traditionally worn by farmers, workers, and sailors. The museum showcases a wide variety of clogs, from the simple ones used for daily work to the beautifully decorated ones made for special occasions. 11.15 AM: Departure 12:00 AM :We will stop at the flower fields to make beautiful pictures! 12:30 PM: Arrival at The Keukenhof spring gardens. Visit the most beautiful spring garden in the world! We’ll spend two hours here to enjoy all the springflowers. 14:30 PM: Departure 15:00 PM: Return to your Hotel: After a delightful day exploring Zaanse Schans and The Keukenhof spring gardens the tour concludes with a return to your hotel in Amsterdam.

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