Amsterdam Guided Day Trip to Keukenhof Gardens and Zaanse Schans Windmills
by Tour Company B.V.
Choose from 14 available options
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€185Overview
Keukenhof Gardens in Lisse is one of the largest flower parks in the Netherlands, famous for its extensive displays of tulips and other spring flowers. This day trip from Amsterdam travels by coach through the Dutch countryside, passing colorful flower fields en route. The tour begins with a 45-minute guided walk through Keukenhof's themed gardens where the guide explains the history and cultivation of tulips. After the tour, there is free time to explore the grounds independently and take photos. Following Keukenhof, the coach takes visitors to Zaanse Schans, a village known for its historic windmills and traditional wooden houses. At Zaanse Schans, a guided orientation introduces the village before guests explore on their own. The visit includes a live demonstration of wooden clog making at the local workshop and a stop at Catharina Hoeve cheese farm, where traditional Dutch cheese production is shown along with a tasting. The tour lasts about 9 hours and includes a skip-the-line ticket to Keukenhof, a guided tour, and cheese tasting. An optional 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise ticket is available if selected.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Amsterdam
The tour starts at a meeting point in Amsterdam at Stationsplein 4, near Amsterdam Central Station. The location is in the white Stromma building, a short walk from the city center entrance of the station. Directions recommend using Google Maps.
10 min
Keukenhof
The coach continues to Keukenhof, located in the Dutch tulip region. This flower park covers 32 hectares with over 15 kilometers of walking paths and millions of blooming tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, and other flowers. Visitors take a 45-minute guided tour of themed gardens followed by free time to explore.
210 min
Zaanse Schans
Zaanse Schans is a historic village with traditional windmills, wooden houses, and artisan workshops. Visitors see how clogs and cheese are made and walk along canals in this open-air museum of Dutch heritage.
150 min
Kooijman Souvenirs & Clogs Wooden Shoe Workshop
At this workshop and museum, craftsmen demonstrate traditional wooden clog making. Guests watch a live demonstration of the process and see wooden artifacts.
30 min
Catharina Hoeve Cheese Farm
This authentic farm shows traditional Dutch cheese production methods. Visitors learn about the process, hear local stories, and taste fresh Dutch farmer’s cheese.
30 min
Lisse
The coach passes through the bulbflower fields around Lisse with views of colorful tulip carpets. The driver tries to find a stop for photos depending on the season and flower bloom.
Amsterdam Canal Ring
If the canal cruise option is selected, guests receive an open ticket for a 1-hour cruise departing from near Amsterdam Central Station or Damrak. The cruise passes UNESCO-listed 17th-century canals and includes audio guides in 19 languages and captain commentary.
60 min
Meeting point
Our meeting point is a 1-min walk from Amsterdam Central. Exit via the city side (Stationsplein) main entrance. Cross the square toward the white Stromma building at Stationsplein 4. For the most accurate directions, use Google Maps.
End point
Our meeting point is a 1-min walk from Amsterdam Central. Exit via the city side (Stationsplein) main entrance. Cross the square toward the white Stromma building at Stationsplein 4. For the most accurate directions, use Google Maps.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Amsterdam Guided Day Trip to Keukenhof Gardens and Zaanse Schans Windmills
by Tour Company B.V.
Choose from 14 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€185Overview
Keukenhof Gardens in Lisse is one of the largest flower parks in the Netherlands, famous for its extensive displays of tulips and other spring flowers. This day trip from Amsterdam travels by coach through the Dutch countryside, passing colorful flower fields en route. The tour begins with a 45-minute guided walk through Keukenhof's themed gardens where the guide explains the history and cultivation of tulips. After the tour, there is free time to explore the grounds independently and take photos. Following Keukenhof, the coach takes visitors to Zaanse Schans, a village known for its historic windmills and traditional wooden houses. At Zaanse Schans, a guided orientation introduces the village before guests explore on their own. The visit includes a live demonstration of wooden clog making at the local workshop and a stop at Catharina Hoeve cheese farm, where traditional Dutch cheese production is shown along with a tasting. The tour lasts about 9 hours and includes a skip-the-line ticket to Keukenhof, a guided tour, and cheese tasting. An optional 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise ticket is available if selected.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Amsterdam
The tour starts at a meeting point in Amsterdam at Stationsplein 4, near Amsterdam Central Station. The location is in the white Stromma building, a short walk from the city center entrance of the station. Directions recommend using Google Maps.
10 min
Keukenhof
The coach continues to Keukenhof, located in the Dutch tulip region. This flower park covers 32 hectares with over 15 kilometers of walking paths and millions of blooming tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, and other flowers. Visitors take a 45-minute guided tour of themed gardens followed by free time to explore.
210 min
Zaanse Schans
Zaanse Schans is a historic village with traditional windmills, wooden houses, and artisan workshops. Visitors see how clogs and cheese are made and walk along canals in this open-air museum of Dutch heritage.
150 min
Kooijman Souvenirs & Clogs Wooden Shoe Workshop
At this workshop and museum, craftsmen demonstrate traditional wooden clog making. Guests watch a live demonstration of the process and see wooden artifacts.
30 min
Catharina Hoeve Cheese Farm
This authentic farm shows traditional Dutch cheese production methods. Visitors learn about the process, hear local stories, and taste fresh Dutch farmer’s cheese.
30 min
Lisse
The coach passes through the bulbflower fields around Lisse with views of colorful tulip carpets. The driver tries to find a stop for photos depending on the season and flower bloom.
Amsterdam Canal Ring
If the canal cruise option is selected, guests receive an open ticket for a 1-hour cruise departing from near Amsterdam Central Station or Damrak. The cruise passes UNESCO-listed 17th-century canals and includes audio guides in 19 languages and captain commentary.
60 min
Meeting point
Our meeting point is a 1-min walk from Amsterdam Central. Exit via the city side (Stationsplein) main entrance. Cross the square toward the white Stromma building at Stationsplein 4. For the most accurate directions, use Google Maps.
End point
Our meeting point is a 1-min walk from Amsterdam Central. Exit via the city side (Stationsplein) main entrance. Cross the square toward the white Stromma building at Stationsplein 4. For the most accurate directions, use Google Maps.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.