--- title: "Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, \"Lego-houses\" and Volendam Tour" lang: en type: tour city: Amsterdam country: Netherlands price: 33 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.94 reviews: 570 duration_minutes: 330 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 1 of 48 (Windmills & Countryside Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/amsterdam-zaanse-schans-lego-houses-and-volendam-tour/ --- # Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, "Lego-houses" and Volendam Tour In our comparison: #1 of 48 in Windmills & Countryside Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Escape Amsterdam and discover the Dutch countryside on a premium minibus tour to Zaanse Schans, Zaandam, a traditional cheese farm and Volendam. See historic windmills, green wooden houses and traditional workshops at Zaanse Schans. Stop in Zaandam to photograph the famous “LEGO” houses of Inntel Hotels. At an authentic Dutch cheese farm, learn how Dutch cheese is made, discover the tradition of wooden clogs and enjoy a tasting of local cheeses. In picturesque Volendam, explore the harbour, colourful streets and local shops with free time to enjoy the village at your own pace. Travel comfortably in a premium minibus with Wi-Fi, with a maximum of 28 guests. Your English- and Spanish-speaking guide shares local stories and insights throughout the journey, while giving you time to explore independently. Discover windmills, cheese, clogs, Dutch villages and iconic architecture—all in one memorable countryside experience from Amsterdam. ## Before you book - Meeting point: The bus is a small black Midi-Bus. - Max 28 people: shared group - Starts 08:30, 12:30, 13:00: 3 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €33 per person - Duration: 5h 30m - Rating: 4.94/5 from 570 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Timing Tours - Group: Shared, up to 28 travellers - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Start times: 08:30, 12:30, 13:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.94 from 570 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 569 of 570. - 5 stars: 536 (94%) - 4 stars: 33 (6%) - 3 stars: 1 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - WiFi on board - Air-conditioned vehicle - USB- Charger ## Not included - Lunch ## Itinerary 1. **Zaanse Schans** (1h 30m) - Your first stop is the world-famous Zaanse Schans, a living museum that brings 18th- and 19th-century Holland to life. Stroll past charming green wooden houses, cross quaint bridges, and take in the peaceful canalside scenery. You’ll see operating windmills, some of which... 2. **Zaandam** (10m) - “Lego” Houses: Photo stop at the iconic Inntel Hotels in Zaandam – a modern Dutch landmark that looks like a stack of LEGO bricks. 3. **Simonehoeve** (40m) - Get a taste of the real Dutch countryside with a stop at a cheese farm and clog workshop, where age-old traditions meet local hospitality. During the visit, you’ll first enjoy a live clog-making explanation, where skilled artisans explain how traditional Dutch wooden shoes... 4. **Volendam** (1h 15m) - End your countryside journey in the colorful and historic fishing village of Volendam, nestled along the shores of the former Zuiderzee (now the IJsselmeer). Known for its charming harbor, traditional wooden houses, and vibrant local culture, Volendam offers a perfect blend... ## Schedule - Runs: Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 08:30, 12:30, 13:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The bus is a small black Midi-Bus. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure for check-in. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness ## Compared with other Windmills & Countryside Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 48** | €33 | 5h 30m | 4.94 (570) | shared, max 28 | | [Escape Amsterdam: E-Bike to Zaanse Schans Windmills & Zaandam](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/escape-amsterdam-e-bike-to-zaanse-schans-windmills-zaandam/?format=md) | €90 | 5h 30m | 4.94 (533) | shared | | [Amsterdam private tour to windmills, cheese farm and villages](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/amsterdam-private-tour-to-windmills-cheese-farm-and-villages/?format=md) | €300 | 7h | 4.96 (280) | private | | [Cheese, Canals & Windmill Countryside E-Bike Tour Amsterdam](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/cheese-canals-windmill-countryside-e-bike-tour-amsterdam/?format=md) | €72 | 4h | 4.91 (516) | shared | Ranked #1 of 48 in Windmills & Countryside Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €11 to €600, median €119; typical length 5h 30m. 17 of 48 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/windmills-countryside-tours-amsterdam/?format=md ## More in Amsterdam - All Amsterdam tours: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/amsterdam-zaanse-schans-lego-houses-and-volendam-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/?format=md