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Highlights
- Enjoy a seamless full-day trip to Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam on a comfortable AC coach.
- Get access to round-trip transfers, entry tickets to Keukenhof, and access to Zaanse Schans with live cheese-making and clog-making demonstrations.
- Explore the world-famous 'Garden of Europe' with its tulip displays and enjoy plenty of free time to walk through 32 hectares of vibrant flower beds.
- Step back in time at the historic windmill village of Zaanse Schans and watch traditional artisans at work and taste local cheeses.
- Add a 45-min English guided Keukenhof tour or extended your trip to Volendam and Marken for a chance to see an authentic working windmill and Marker home.
Your Experience
Your Experience: A Full-Day Excursion to Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans
This full-day tour offers an exciting combination of the vibrant floral displays at Keukenhof with the historic allure of Zaanse Schans. It's your chance to visit two iconic Dutch landmarks in one smooth day.
Getting Started: Amsterdam Departure
The journey begins in Amsterdam, where you will board a comfortable and air-conditioned coach for an easy transfer. With entry tickets pre-arranged, enjoy the picturesque views of the Dutch countryside as your driver takes you to Keukenhof, known globally for its spring garden.
What to Expect: Highlights at Keukenhof
Located in the Netherlands, Keukenhof is celebrated as the 'Garden of Europe.' Spanning 32 hectares, this stunning landscape features millions of flowers blooming in unison. It serves both as a photographer's haven and an example of exceptional horticultural design.
- Explore pavilions showcasing exhibits with lilies, orchids, and rare bulb flowers, ensuring enjoyment regardless of weather conditions.
- Discover themed gardens that range from traditional English landscapes to modern sustainable designs.
- Climb the authentic Keukenhof windmill for a panoramic view over expansive tulip fields stretching into the distance.
Zaanse Schans: A Step Back in Time
Located near Amsterdam, Zaanse Schans is an 18th and 19th-century living industrial museum. This area features well-preserved historic windmills and green wooden houses that provide insight into life before the industrial revolution.
- Watch artisans during live demonstrations of clog-making and cheese production, culminating in tastings for visitors.
- Stroll among historical windmills used historically for tasks like sawing wood, grinding flour, and pressing oil.
- Explore quaint shops and bakery museums set within traditional Zaans-style wooden buildings.
Extras: Enhance Your Tour Experience
- Guided tour: Opt for a guided day trip to gain more value. Enjoy a 45-minute English-speaking guided tour of Keukenhof, receive complimentary multilingual maps and leaflets in several languages (English, Spanish, Italian, French, German), be escorted by friendly hosts at both Amsterdam and Keukenhof locations, and benefit from a 10% discount on Henri Willig cheeses and pancakes at De Kraai in Zaanse Schans.
- Extended tour: Expand your visit to include Volendam and Marken. Secure fast-track entry tickets for Keukenhof, access an operational windmill, start a 30-minute boat journey between Volendam & Marken, and explore an authentic Marker home from the 1940s before proceeding with your guided tour of both Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Full-day visit to Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans
- AC coach transfers departing Amsterdam
- Keukenhof entry tickets included
- Free time at both Zaanse Schans and Keukenhof provided
- Live cheese-making demonstration at Zaanse Schans
- Clog-making demonstration on-site at Zaanse Schans
- 45-minute guided tour of the gardens in Keukenhof
- Guidance from an English-speaking expert
- Complimentary multilingual map and leaflet available (in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German)
- Welcoming hosts present in both Amsterdam and at Keukenhof
- 10% discount on Henri Willig cheeses and pancakes at De Kraai (*on the cruise*)
- Fast-track entry to Keukenhof provided
- Extended excursion including Volendam and Marken
- Operational windmill access included
- 30-minute boat tour connecting Volendam & Marken
- Tour of a Marker home dating back to 1940
- Individual Costs
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.
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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