Off the beaten path Countryside windmill tour

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.