Zaanse Schans, Edam & Volendam

 

Depart from Amsterdam centre on a bus destined for the beautiful countryside. The tour includes eight stops which all promise a unique insight into Dutch history and tradition. There are buses every 45 minutes from each stop which provides the perfect amount of freedom to enjoy your favorite area at your own leisure! Also included is an audio walking tour for each stop.

Highlights:
* Enjoy the flexibility of a bus coming every 45 minutes to each stop
* Explore the Dutch countryside
* Experience traditional Dutch culture
* View the scenic windmills of Zaanse Schans
* Enjoy the fishing village of Volendam
* Discover the historical centre of Edam
* Taste and experience the making of traditional Dutch cheese
* Adventure in villages where famous artists have gained inspiration
* Visit a traditional clog warehouse

As each stop is unique and provides its own slice of culture, this tour is perfect for discovering and exploring the Dutch countryside. Spending as much or as little time at each stop gives you the perfect flexibility that cannot be found elsewhere. When planning your trip to Holland, be sure not to miss this gem of a tour which is suitable for all!

Amsterdam

A'DAM LOOKOUT, opposite Central Station. You can take the free ferry from Central Station to the opposite side, direction: 'Buikslotermeer'. This is only a 3-minute boat trip. From here it is just a 2-minute walk to the check-in desk located on the ground floor of the A'DAM LOOKOUT.

Start time
from Amsterdam: 9:15am.
End time
from Amsterdam: 2:30pm.
Last bus back in Amsterdam at 7.15pm.

Please note that if you have booked a Half Day Ticket, the check-in time is from 12pm to 2:30pm

The Hop on Hop off app allows visitors to see the live location of the bus, so you can always check if the bus is nearby the bus stop.
Equipment: Leaflet, Map, Hop on Hop off countryside guide book with tips and suggestions at each stop Free guided tour at Henri Willig Cheese Farm; Visit at Zaanse Schans; Self-guided walking tours available at all stops

Plus ticket option / 1 Day Ticket + 2 Free Admissions: Upgrade your Hop On, Hop Off Cheese, Windmills & Dutch Villages ticket. Upgrading your tour ticket offers you free admission to two memorable adventures of your choice. This includes options such as viewing Amsterdam from the panoramic view at the LOOKOUT, museum admission in Edam, a tour or a photo in traditional Dutch clothing in Volendam, or even a scenic canal ride in Zaanse Schans. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity! The Hop on Hop off PLUS ticket includes a choice of 2 free admissions: A’DAM LOOKOUT (10am – 10pm, last entry at 9pm). Visit the sky-deck of this unique tower, with breath-taking views of Amsterdam. Volendam Experience (10am – 6pm). Enjoy a guided and Virtual reality tour and discover the past of Volendam. Digital photo in traditional Dutch costume (10am – 6pm). Dress up in the traditional costume of Volendam. Great holiday photo guaranteed! Free entry Edam Museum (10 am – 4.30 pm)*. Absorb the significant history in the oldest brick house of Edam, dating back to 1540. Canal tour along the river Zaan at the Zaanse Schans (10 am – 5 pm). 25-minute boat tour with amazing view of the windmills and the Zaan skyline. Departures: every 30 minutes. Last departure: 4pm. *The Edam Museum is not wheelchair accessible.

Audio guide languages
English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Dutch
Please note that the audioguide is not included for the PLUS ticket option