Volendam, Edam & Windmills & Blue Boat City Canal Cruise

Informazioni generali

Destinazione
Amsterdam, Olanda

Il programma nel dettaglio

From the churning windmills in the Zaanse Schans to the cheese weighing house in Edam and Volendam village, this tour highlights everything typical Dutch.



Introduction:

From the churning windmills in the Zaanse Schans to the cheese weighing house in Edam, this tour highlights everything typical Dutch. See the beautiful landscapes of North Holland and explore the traditional fishing village of Volendam on a 5 1/2 -hour guided tour from Amsterdam. Learn about clog making in the wooden shoe shop and try some tasteful cheese in one of the Dutch cheese farms.



Long description:

Escape the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam on a half-day guided tour of the Dutch countryside, starting with a 20-minute drive to the windmill village of Zaanse Schans. This outdoor conservation area is situated on the banks of the River Zaan and is home to the original 18th and 19th century architecture, including several still functioning windmills & wooden houses. Watch live demonstrations of craftsmen at work, including a clog maker crafting the famous wooden shoes of the Netherlands.



There will be some free time to explore the village and a visit a windmill on your own, before travelling through the typical Polder-landscapes (reclaimed land from the water).



From there we continue to visit the beautiful village of Edam, also commonly referred to as the pearl of the former Zuiderzee. Edam’s ancient streets and tranquil canals are lined by beautiful 17th century buildings, including the leaning Carillon tower, the Big Church, and former town hall. Most famous in Edam beyond any doubt is the public weighinghouse, where every year in July and August still every Wednesday morning the famous Edam Cheese Market is held. After a stroll around this historic village, you will have the opportunity to see how Edam’s world-famous cheese is made. And, of course, to taste some cheese in a nearby cheese farm.



Finally, we will stop in the beautiful seaside village of Volendam. This typical fishing village with its bustling harbour has been a major tourist attraction as early as 1875. People come from all over the world to see the small and houses and learn about the locals with their traditions and traditional Dutch costumes. Your guide will take you on a short walk through the oldest parts of the village, exploring a labyrinth of twists and turns to sites such as St. Vincent’s Church, the wooden Stolphoevekerk and the vis afslag (Fish Auction). You can also enjoy a walk on top of the Dike with a beautiful view of the IJssel-lake.



Please note that the order of visiting the villages may differ from the description.



Back in Amsterdam your guide will give you your ticket for a Cruise of Blue boat.



The Amsterdam Cruise passes all of Amsterdam's famous attractions. Canal houses from the Golden Age, the Westerkerk, the Anne Frank:the Cruise takes you past all of them. Sightseeing in Amsterdam couldn't be a more relaxing experience.



Please note: Return Location of this tour is This is Holland, opposite central station, Amsterdam. No drop-off at the Heineken Experience.



Highlights:

-See the historic windmills of Zaanse Schans

-See the cheese weighing house in Edam

-Learn how Dutch cheese is being made in a farm

-Stroll the twisting streets of Volendam, and feel the fishing village atmosphere

-Watch traditional craftsmen at work, making clogs and other artifacts

-Instant Confirmation

-Pickup from a designated meeting point

-Informative, friendly and professional guide

-Back in Amsterdam enjoy a 1hour during canal cruise and see all the highlights of Amsterdam from the water.