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Windmill and Cheese Tours: Our 15 Favourites

44 tours  ·  from $9 a head

Zaanse Schans, Volendam, Edam and a working cheese farm, usually in one loop out of Amsterdam. The 15 below differ on departure time, group size and whether clogs get equal billing, each priced and timed.

Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills & Cheese Tour - Meeting at Stationsplein 4
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Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills & Cheese Tour

1.Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills & Cheese Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,826 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $22Our pick

Travel by comfortable coach from Amsterdam Central to Zaanse Schans, where a multilingual guide introduces the windmill village, a wooden shoe workshop, and Catharina Hoeve Cheese Farm. You will watch clog and cheese demonstrations, taste Dutch cheese, then explore independently. Guides vary, with Rob, William, and Eveline praised for clear, lively commentary.

“Great informative guide “Rob”. thoroughly enjoyed the tour and the demonstrations”

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Zaanse Schans Windmills, Clogs and Dutch Cheese Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam - From Amsterdam Central Station to the Zaan region
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Zaanse Schans Windmills, Clogs and Dutch Cheese Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam

2.Zaanse Schans Windmills, Clogs and Dutch Cheese Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,369 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $51

Spend 3.5 hours traveling from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans with an English-speaking guide and a group of up to 16. See clogs made, enter the De Kat paint mill, taste Dutch cheese, and hear local stories. Guides such as David, Bianca, Callum, and Maaike are praised for making the visit lively and easy to follow.

“Our tour guide, Kay, is an excellent tour guide. She is an actual resident in that area, knows everything about the town, houses, to the details about the paint colors. Very well worthwhile”

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From Amsterdam: Volendam and Zaanse Schans Tour with Cheese - Volendam: fishing village views and limited free time
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From Amsterdam: Volendam and Zaanse Schans Tour with Cheese

3.Volendam and Zaanse Schans Tour with Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,993 reviews · 5 hours · from $40

Spend five hours touring North Holland by modern coach, with guided time in Volendam and Zaanse Schans, a clog-making demonstration, and Dutch cheese tasting. Multilingual guides such as Eva, Yolanda, Rick, and Evelin add local stories. Choose the option with an Amsterdam canal cruise voucher for extra sightseeing.

“A great day out, excellent driver and guide (Marcus & Harold).”

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Countryside Bike Tour from Amsterdam: Cheese, Clogs & a Windmill - Waterland by bike, with room to breathe
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Countryside Bike Tour from Amsterdam: Cheese, Clogs & a Windmill

4.Countryside Bike Tour from Amsterdam: Cheese, Clogs & a Windmill

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,485 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $59Top rated

Ride from central Amsterdam across the IJ into Waterland, passing windmills, canals, villages, and open fields. Choose a standard bike for about 23 kilometers or an e-bike for the longer 37-kilometer route, which adds a cheese farm, clog demonstration, tastings, and a stroopwafel. Guides such as Simon, Rinse, Shakira, and Hugh lead the English-language rides.

“Relaxing ride through the Netherlands countryside. Our guide Rissa manage an issue with a broken bike with grace and efficiency, getting us on our way with minimal delay. Would choose this tour company again, which is the highest compliment.”

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Amsterdam: Windmill, Cheese, and Countryside E-Bike Tour - Starting with A’DAM Tower and the ferry crossing
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Amsterdam: Windmill, Cheese, and Countryside E-Bike Tour

5.Windmill, Cheese, and Countryside E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,308 reviews · 4 hours - 1 day · from $55

Leave Amsterdam by ferry and follow a guided or self-guided e-bike route through Waterland, Broek in Waterland, Monnickendam, Katwoude, and Zunderdorp. You will stop at D’Admiraal Windmill and a working cheese farm, where you can see the cows, learn about production, and sample many cheeses. Expect roughly 25 to 40 kilometers of riding.

“Excellent trip, they was very kind and Rick have lot of knowledge about the history in this area and more. I will recommend it 100%. Very fun!”

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Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Cheese Tasting & Volendam Tour - Zaanse Schans: a concentrated Dutch postcard
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Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Cheese Tasting & Volendam Tour

6.Zaanse Schans, Cheese Tasting & Volendam Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 679 reviews · 5h 30m · from $20

Leave Amsterdam by comfortable midibus for Zaanse Schans windmills, a Dutch cheese farm, and Volendam harbor. You explore the two villages independently, while an onboard video explains local culture. Dino and other friendly hosts help keep the five-and-a-half-hour trip smooth. Cheese tasting is included; meals and optional entries are not.

“whole fantastic experience, thanks to Dino for the precious help. Grateful for all day”

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Zaanse Schans and Cheese Tasting Guided Tour from Amsterdam - Two and a half hours among windmills and wooden houses
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Zaanse Schans and Cheese Tasting Guided Tour from Amsterdam

7.Zaanse Schans and Cheese Tasting Guided Tour from Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 661 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Spend 3.5 hours visiting Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam, with guided stops at working windmills, a clog workshop, and a Dutch cheese farm. Guides such as Rick, Anna, Evelyn, and Rob have been praised for clear commentary and humor. Expect a large group, free time to explore, and an optional Amsterdam canal cruise.

“So fun and a great way to spend the day. Our tour guide was also so amazing explaining so many things and making us laugh”

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Zaanse Schans Windmills, Cheese and Volendam Tour from Amsterdam - Volendam: harbor views, old streets, and free time
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Zaanse Schans Windmills, Cheese and Volendam Tour from Amsterdam

8.Zaanse Schans Windmills, Cheese and Volendam Tour from Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 613 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $51

Leave Amsterdam by comfortable coach for Zaanse Schans and Volendam. You’ll see working windmills, a clog-making demonstration, traditional villages, and a cheese tasting at Catharina Hoeve. Guides such as Rick, Rob, Jolanta, and Evelyn have earned praise for lively explanations. The $51.29 tour lasts about five hours, with an optional one-hour canal cruise.

“Excellent tour, just the right amount of info, excitement, time to shop, and enjoy without taking the entire day. Would highly recommend!”

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Amsterdam Day Trip from Brussels With Cheese, Clogs and Windmills - Rembrandt Hoeve: cheese, clogs, and a working stop
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Amsterdam Day Trip from Brussels With Cheese, Clogs and Windmills

9.Amsterdam Day Trip from Brussels With Cheese, Clogs and Windmills

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 521 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $75

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Brussels to Amsterdam by air-conditioned coach, with a cheese and clog farm visit, windmill views, and free time in the city. Your guide may lead the day in English, French, or Spanish, sometimes bilingually. The optional canal cruise costs extra, and Amsterdam sightseeing is largely self-guided.

“Dam square , floating flower market , red district , canal cruise, great views of city center , wind mill, cheese factory .”

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Cheese, Canals & Windmill Countryside E-Bike Tour Amsterdam - Krijtmolen d’Admiraal and the first open views
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Cheese, Canals & Windmill Countryside E-Bike Tour Amsterdam

10.Cheese, Canals & Windmill Countryside E-Bike Tour Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 501 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $87

Leave central Amsterdam by ferry and pedal through North Holland’s flat countryside with a small group and an English-speaking guide. You’ll visit d’Admiraal windmill, Zunderdorp, Ransdorp, and Nieuwendammerdijk, with cheese tasting, a Dutch snack, and a clog-making stop. Guides such as Simon, Christian, Mike, and Rinse are praised for clear instruction and friendly pacing.

“The Amsterdam countryside is beautiful…green fields, lots of cows, some sheep and goats. We saw one traditional windmill and two current windmills. Our guide, Rissa, was informative at each of our stops, giving us the historical and current stories. She set a good pace and was very aware of our needs. If some of us got behind she stopped the group for all to catch up. The treat of a stroopwaffel was thoughtful. It is a long bike ride but well worth the effort. I would do it again!”

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Amsterdam: Cheese Tasting, Windmill & Countryside Bike Tour - Canals, the Maritime Museum, and De Gooyer Windmill
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Amsterdam: Cheese Tasting, Windmill & Countryside Bike Tour

11.Cheese Tasting, Windmill & Countryside Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 386 reviews · 3 hours · from $46

Leave central Amsterdam by comfortable 3-speed bike and ride with an English-speaking guide through canals, Nieuwendammerdijk, Durgerdam, Ransdorp, and Waterland. Stop at a small farm for cow and sheep cheese, milk, drinks, and baby animals. Expect about 22 kilometers of mostly flat cycling, city traffic at the start, and an exterior look at De Gooyer Windmill.

“Fun to get out of the city and see some history. Long bike ride but since it’s flat it wasn’t bad.”

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From Brussels: Cheese, Clogs & Windmills Amsterdam Day Trip - Rembrandt Hoeve: cheese, clogs, and a working craft stop
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From Brussels: Cheese, Clogs & Windmills Amsterdam Day Trip

12.From Brussels: Cheese, Clogs & Windmills Amsterdam Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 365 reviews · 12 hours · from $71

Travel from Brussels to Amsterdam by air-conditioned coach, stopping at Rembrandt Hoeve for cheese tasting and clog-making demonstrations. Your guide, often Bruno or Miguel, shares Dutch history and practical city tips. After a short panoramic bus tour, explore Amsterdam independently, with time for shopping, walking, or an optional canal cruise.

“The cheese/clog stop was amazing. Worth the experience on its own. However, the Amsterdam trip and experience was nice, but it would’ve been nice to know beforehand that the tour was completely solo. They could not walk us through the city, but they gave a map with the sites. Did not know that reservations were needed for the Anne Frank house or cannibis museum, yet they had that on the ma for things to see. If we didn’t research it before hand- we would’ve wasted time walking there and back. Overall, a nice trip to “check” the Amsterdam box.”

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Amsterdam: Experience Zaanse Schans Windmills & Cheese Farm - The Amsterdam departure at This is Holland
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Amsterdam: Experience Zaanse Schans Windmills & Cheese Farm

13.Experience Zaanse Schans Windmills & Cheese Farm

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 354 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $19

Travel from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans by luxury coach, then explore at your own pace with a map and walking app. Watch a clog-making demonstration, taste Dutch cheeses, see historic windmills, and use discounts at Henri Willig and De Kraai. The visit lasts about two hours, so plan your route before you arrive.

“Town is really charming, I really enjoyed it. Unfortunately a lot of activities are not included in the ticket, most of the museums were with additional fee. I have to appreciate the online guide on WhatsApp, that was really useful.”

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Amsterdam private tour to windmills, cheese farm and villages - Edam, a compact town with a famous cheese name
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Amsterdam private tour to windmills, cheese farm and villages

14.Amsterdam private tour to windmills, cheese farm and villages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 262 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $362

Spend seven flexible hours beyond Amsterdam with a private guide such as Philip or Teun. Visit working windmills at Zaanse Schans, taste cheese at Simonehoeve, explore Edam and Monnickendam, and pass through peaceful Broek in Waterland. Hotel pickup, private air-conditioned transport, bottled water, and one windmill entrance are included.

“'Tom" was an excellent private tour guide. He picked us up at our hotel (at 10AM at my request) and gave us so much history, options for the tour, made sure we were comfortable each step of the way, excellent in everyway. Very much enjoyed spending the day with Tom and each stop was worthy. So insightful and interesting to spend the day with a local :) HIGHLY recommend this tour.”

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Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour – Clogs, Cheese and More - Seeing clogs made in minutes
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Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour – Clogs, Cheese and More

15.Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour – Clogs, Cheese and More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 225 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $286

This 4 to 5 hour private outing takes you from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans and Volendam in a luxury car or van. See working windmills, watch clogs being made, taste Gouda at a Jersey cow farm, and stroll Volendam’s harbor. Guides such as Mo, Elias, Saad, and Eric are praised for flexible, personal service.

“Mo is a fabulous, knowledgeable, friendly guide who went the “extra mile” by helping us with how to get around. He is also a good driver which we greatly appreciated.”

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