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Highlights
- Start a full-day excursion from Amsterdam, visiting both the renowned Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans in comfort with air-conditioned coaches.
- Experience round-trip transfers along with entry tickets to Keukenhof. Enjoy live demonstrations of cheese-making and clog-making at Zaanse Schans.
- Discover the 'Garden of Europe' where tulips bloom across 32 hectares, offering plenty of time for leisurely exploration among vibrant flower beds.
- Visit the historic windmill village of Zaanse Schans to witness traditional artisans crafting their trades while sampling local cheeses.
- Enhance your visit with a 45-min English-guided tour at Keukenhof or extend your journey to Volendam and Marken, where you can explore an authentic working windmill and Marker home.
Your Experience
This full-day excursion combines the vibrant floral displays at Keukenhof with the historic charm of Zaanse Schans, offering an ideal way to experience two iconic Dutch attractions in one smooth day.
Getting started
Your journey begins in Amsterdam. Board a comfortable, air-conditioned coach for a smooth transfer to your destination. With entry tickets pre-arranged and logistics taken care of, you can relax as the scenic Dutch countryside unfolds during your drive to Keukenhof.
Keukenhof
Famed as the 'Garden of Europe', Keukenhof is a stunning display of color and fragrance. Spanning 32 hectares, this thoughtfully designed landscape features millions of flowers blooming in perfect harmony. It's an ideal spot for photographers and anyone interested in horticultural design.
- Explore the pavilions: Discover indoor exhibits showcasing lilies, orchids, and rare bulb flowers that provide a spectacular experience regardless of weather conditions.
- Stroll through themed gardens: Wander among inspiration gardens ranging from traditional English landscapes to modern sustainable designs.
- Climb for views: Ascend the authentic Keukenhof windmill to enjoy panoramic vistas over expansive tulip fields stretching toward the horizon.
Zaanse Schans
Experience life in the 18th and 19th centuries at Zaanse Schans, a living industrial museum. This area is renowned for its collection of well-preserved historic windmills and traditional wooden houses, offering insight into pre-industrial Dutch culture.
- Watch artisanal demonstrations: Observe master craftsmen during live clog-making and cheese-making demos that conclude with tastings.
- Explore historic windmills: Walk among a skyline of functional windmills used historically for sawing wood, grinding flour, and pressing oil.
- Visit traditional architecture: Explore quaint shops and bakery museums within authentic Zaans-style wooden buildings.
Extras
- Guided tour: Enhance your experience by upgrading to a guided day trip. Enjoy a 45-minute English-speaking guided tour of Keukenhof, receive complimentary multilingual maps and information leaflets in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German, be assisted by friendly hosts in Amsterdam and Keukenhof, and benefit from a 10% discount on Henri Willig cheeses at De Kraai in Zaanse Schans.
- Extended tour: Expand your itinerary to include Volendam and Marken for an extended experience. Gain fast-track entry tickets to Keukenhof, access a windmill still in operation, start a 30-minute boat tour between Volendam & Marken, visit an authentic Marker home from the 1940s, before exploring Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Full-day trip to Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans
- AC coach transfers from Amsterdam
- Entry tickets to Keukenhof
- Free time at Zaanse Schans and Keukenhof
- Cheese-making demo at Zaanse Schans
- Clog-making demo at Zaanse SchansAdditional paid upgrades:
- 45-min guided tour of Keukenhof
- English-speaking guide
- Complimentary multilingual map and information leaflet in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German
- Friendly hosts in Amsterdam and Keukenhof
- 10% discount on Henri Willig cheeses and on pancakes at De Kraai in Zaanse Schans
- Fast-track entry tickets to Keukenhof
- Extended day trip to Volendam and Marken
- Access a windmill still in operation
- 30-min boat tour between Volendam & Marken
- Visit an authentic Marker home from the 1940s
- Personal expenses
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Ensure you have your mobile voucher and photo ID ready for a smooth check-in process.
- Please arrive at the designated time to avoid delays in departure from Amsterdam.
- Note that there is no specific dress code, but comfortable walking shoes are recommended due to extensive exploration opportunities.
- Small bags can be carried with you; however, larger items may need to be checked into a cloakroom at the coach station.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 96 hours before the experience starts.
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