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title: Zaanse Schans Windmills Volendam Private Tour from Amsterdam
lang: en
type: tour
city: Amsterdam
country: Netherlands
price: 600
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.75
reviews: 522
duration_minutes: 360
languages: [en, nl]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 38 of 48 (Windmills & Countryside Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-22
data_updated: 2026-10-22
canonical: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/zaanse-schans-windmills-volendam-private-tour-from-amsterdam/
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# Zaanse Schans Windmills Volendam Private Tour from Amsterdam

In our comparison: #38 of 48 in Windmills & Countryside Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Discover the Dutch Countryside Like a Local
Welcome to my backyard! I live in a charming, historic fishing village in the heart of the Dutch countryside, and I would love to show you around on a private tour.
I’ve been guiding visitors since 2014 and have proudly shared the beauty of my home with tens of thousands of guests. On this tour, we will skip the tourist traps so I can show you the best hidden spots, stunning views, and local eateries for delicious food. Along the way, I’ll share wonderful, authentic stories about the locations that brought this region to life.
Come experience the authentic Dutch countryside through the eyes of someone who calls it home!

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- 7 start times: between 09:00 and 13:00
- Food included: Dutch fruit wine, Cheese tasting 10 Cheeses
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €600 per person
- Duration: 6h
- Rating: 4.75/5 from 522 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Experiencewaterland
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: English, Dutch
- Start times: 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 13:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22

## Reviews

4.75 from 522 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 489 of 522.

- 5 stars: 446 (85%)
- 4 stars: 43 (8%)
- 3 stars: 19 (4%)
- 2 stars: 5 (1%)
- 1 star: 9 (2%)

## What's included

- Dutch fruit wine
- Expert guide
- Entry cheese and Cloggs farm
- Cheese tasting 10 Cheeses
- entry windmill village Zaanse schans
- All Fees and Taxes

## Not included

- Food and drinks
- Gratuities

## Itinerary

1. **Zaanse Schans** (1h; admission included) - The WIndmill village of the Netherlands. The oldes industrial area of europe where the Dutch heritage is shown. We will visit a windmill inside.
2. **Irene Hoeve Clogs and Cheese Shop** (1h; admission included) - A family owned farm where clogs are made by hand and Gouda cheeses are produced by hand.
3. **Monnickendam** (1h) - In our opinion the best fishing village around. an old fishing village and away from the masses. Former stinky town because of many smokehouses.
4. **Volendam** (1h) - A beautifull Fishing village next to Monnickendam. Depending on the weather, day the guide will guide to the best choice for that day.
5. **Broek in Waterland** (20m) - In the 18th and 19th centuries, Broek in Waterland was considered a major international tourist attraction. Throughout Europe, the village was known as the "cleanest and wealthiest village in Holland." Foreign travelers marveled at the pastel-colored wooden houses, the...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 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.

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €1200 | €600 |
| 4 | €2600 | €650 |
| 6 | €4200 | €700 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Windmills & Countryside Tours start at €11 per person.

## Compared with other Windmills & Countryside Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #38 of 48** | €600 | 6h | 4.75 (522) | private |
| [Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, "Lego-houses" and Volendam Tour](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/amsterdam-zaanse-schans-lego-houses-and-volendam-tour/?format=md) | €33 | 5h 30m | 4.94 (570) | shared |
| [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 |

Ranked #38 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.

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