Amsterdam: Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Windmills Day Trip
ID: GYG445696-801695
Category:
Country: Netherlands
Duration:
1 days
Description
Discover the beauty of the Dutch countryside on our day trip from Amsterdam. Enjoy the stunning Keukenhof, home to millions of flowers, and explore the charming windmill village of Zaanse Schans.
From Amsterdam: Daytrip to the windmill village Zaanse Schans and Keukenhof
Set off on a self-guided day trip from Amsterdam and immerse yourself in Dutch culture. Discover the world's largest flower garden at Keukenhof and visit the traditional windmill village, Zaanse Schans where you can admire the windmills, sample some Dutch cheese, and see the Wooden Shoe Museum.
Depart from Amsterdam and transfer to the Zaanse Schans. Go at your own pace and check out the activities on offer including wooden shoe-making and clog painting workshops (at your own expense). Use our great app for a walking tour and tips from locals.
Try some Dutch cheese and see the historic buildings and windmills that the Netherlands is so well known for.
Head to Keukenhof and admire millions of tulips, hyacinths, and daffodils in bloom. Enjoy the flower shows, visit special exhibitions, and take part in different activities. The garden also features a sculpture park, a maze, and a fairytale garden. Stay as long as you like in Keukenhof. Return to Amsterdam at your leisure.
Schedule:
Schedule A
08.30: Departure from Amsterdam
09.00: Arrival Zaanse Schans
12.00: Departure Zaanse Schans to Keukenhof
13.00: Arrival Keukenhof -- Stay as long as you like in Keukenhof, last bus back at 18:30
Schedule B
10.00: Departure from Amsterdam
10.30: Arrival Zaanse Schans
14.00: Departure Zaanse Schans to Keukenhof
15.00: Keukenhof -- Stay as long as you like in Keukenhof, last bus back at 18:30
Why should you choose this tour?
1. Immerse yourself in a sensory delight as you stop and smell the vibrant blooms at Keukenhof, the world's largest flower garden.
2. Embark on a journey to the charming windmill village of Zaanse Schans, where you can explore its rich history and culture through a digital smartwalk.
3. Immerse yourself in traditional Dutch culture and partake in unique activities like clog painting, where you can unleash your creativity.
4. Indulge your senses in the millions of flowers and captivating exhibits on display at Keukenhof, offering a feast for the eyes and soul.
5. Experience unparalleled freedom and flexibility as you have the liberty to stay as long as you desire in the enchanting Keukenhof gardens.
6. Treat your taste buds to a delightful experience by sampling some traditional Dutch cheese during your visit to Zaanse Schans, a true gastronomic delight.
Choose to travel with the official partner of Keukenhof and embark on a seamless and extraordinary journey that will create memories to last a lifetime.
Highlights
- Stop and smell the flowers at the world's largest flower garden at Keukenhof
- Discover the charming windmill village of Zaanse Schans plus digital smartwalk
- Cheese tasting and clog making demonstrations are included in the tour
- Stay as long as you want in Keukenhof. You can take any bus back to Amsterdam
- Travel with the official partner of Keukenhof and enjoy an exceptional journey.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
There is a waiting room, coffee bar, and toilets at the check-in location
Our Hop on Hop off Holland tour to Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans departs from This is Holland, Overhoeksplein in Amsterdam. Please exchange your Get Your Guide voucher at our welcome desk in This is Holland for your bus and entrance tickets.
To get to This is Holland, take the free ferry from platform F3 behind Central Station. The ferry shows direction “Buiksloterweg”. It is only a 3-minute ferry ride to the opposite side. When you get off the ferry, turn left. Look up and you will see a round building with the red, white and blue flag of Holland. This building is “This is Holland”. From the ferry, it’s a 3-minute walk.
This is Holland is an iconic buiding with a 5D flight experience. By visiting this attraction you can learn the history of Holland while enjoying 4 entertaining shows and experiencing a flight simulation over the country's must-see locations. At This is Holland we’ve great facilities to welcome you. Free toilets, an inspiring waiting room and….. great coffee.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
