Off the beaten path Countryside windmill tour

This Countryside Windmill Tour offers an of the beaten path experience as you travel through the idyllic northern Holland countryside. We’ll drive through the UNESCO-listed Beemster Polder, a stunning example of Dutch ingenuity in land reclamation We will visit scenic villages, historical windmills, the charming cheese town Edam , indulge in a delicious Gouda and Edam cheese tasting experience and end with a stroll through one of the most beautiful villages Broek in Waterland.

Let's take a look at the itinerary

9:30 AM
Hotel Pickup in Amsterdam

Your private tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Amsterdam, for a memorable day exploring the Dutch countryside. Travel in style and luxury with a spacious Mercedes EQV, offering air-conditioned private transportation and a smooth electric ride.

10:00 AM
The Beemster Polder

The Beemster is one of the most famous polders in the Netherlands, and it is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its historical and cultural significance.

10:15 AM
Schermer Polder and Windmills

Next, you'll head to Schermer, a region reclaimed from the sea in the 17th century using windmills. Here, you’ll visit the Museum Windmill, where you can explore a traditional windmill and learn how it was used to manage water and drain land. Discover how people lived inside these windmills and how they played a key role in water management during the Dutch Golden Age.

Picture of a traditional Dutch windmill next to a small canal
10:45 AM
Dike Drive and Small Villages

Afterward, you’ll enjoy a scenic drive through the reclaimed land of the Schermer, passing Esther’s family windmill and other picturesque villages.

10:55 AM
De Rijp

Next, you'll visit De Rijp, a quiet, charming village that was once a thriving fishing village, famous for its whalers and herring fleet. After the nearby seas were drained, De Rijp became surrounded by land. Today, it remains a peaceful village, free from mass tourism.

11:15 AM
Edam

Edam is a charming town, famous for its Edam cheese. With picturesque canals, cobblestone streets, and historic 17th-century buildings, it offers a glimpse into traditional Dutch life. A perfect stop for anyone looking to experience authentic Dutch culture in a relaxed setting. Visit the cutest candy shop of Holland and taste some local Dutch licorice.

a picture of cheeses on a wooden plank
12:00 PM
Cheese Tasting

Cheese Experience: At Henri Willig's cheese farm, you'll taste a variety of Gouda and Edam cheeses, with over 30 different flavors to explore. This experience is a must for cheese lovers. The best part? These cheeses are specially crafted for travel, so you can take the authentic flavors of Holland home, no matter where you're going.

12:45 PM
Lunch in Edam or Volendam

Enjoy a local fish tasting at the best fish restaurant in Volendam, Smit-Bokkum, where you can savor Herring and freshly smoked fish, including their famous local delicacy smoked eel, prepared using a secret smoking process passed down through six generations. If you're not a fan of fish, don't worry! As locals, we know plenty of other great restaurants to suit your preferences.

2:00 PM
Broek in Waterland

You’ll also explore Broek in Waterland, a picturesque village surrounded by water. Known for its well-preserved wooden houses, ceremonial doors, and a 16th-century church, this village is often compared to Giethoorn for its stunning charm.

2:30 PM
Return to Amsterdam

After a delightful day exploring the Dutch countryside, quaint villages and a Cheese farm the tour concludes with a return to your hotel in Amsterdam.

3:00 PM
Arrival to your hotel in Amsterdam

A sneak peak of what you will see

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Tour pricing p.p.

Prices are the same for all our tours. All tours include private pick up, windmill entries & a complimentary bottle of water.

1-2

3

4

5+

incl.

Highlights of Holland tour

269

219

179

149

Private pick up, windmill entries & a complimentary bottle of water

Tulip and windmill tour

269

219

179

149

Private pick up, windmill entries & a complimentary bottle of water

*Tickets to the Keukenhof need to be arranged by you using this link

Non Touristic Tulip & Windmill tour

269

219

179

149

Private pick up, windmill entries & a complimentary bottle of water

Senior Countryside tour

269

219

179

149

Private pick up, windmill entries & a complimentary bottle of water

Countryside windmills tour`

269

219

179

149

Private pick up, windmill entries & a complimentary bottle of water

1-2

3

4

5+

€269

€219

€179

149

* The tickets for the Keukenhof (tulip & windmill tour only) need to be picked up by you using this link.
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