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Overview
This tour is a must for anyone who wants to visit the two of the most popular places in Holland! Board an air-conditioned bus. In 20 minutes you will arrive at the Zaanse Schans, an open air museum absolutely worthwhile your visit. See a typical Dutch clog shop and visit a cheese factory. See the various original still working windmills and the Dutch artisans. You can glance over their shoulders while they are performing their crafts. Learn about the impressive windmill history that set off the Golden Age in the Netherlands. Next enjoy the ride through the Dutch polders, reclaimed land, to the fairytale like village of Giethoorn, also known as “the Venice of the North. Next up, a one hour guided boat tour. You will be in awe of the sights of the surroundings, ducking under picturesque bridges the captain will tell you the impressive history of the Giethoorn. You will have time explore the village on your own, on foot or by bike, You can also enjoy a delicious meal!
Meeting and Pickup
Meet your guide between 07:45 and 08:00 in front of the Aloha Bowling on De Ruijterkade 153. To check in. Your guide will be holding a WHITE UMBRELLA with the logo of DUTCHTRIPS. Please check in between 7:45 and 8:00, as we will be departing on schedule at 08:00. We will be returning around 18:00
Redemption Instructions
• Comfortable walking shoes
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. See a typical Dutch clog shop and learn how and why these wooden shoes were made. Visit the cheese factory.
2. Next stop is Giethoorn, typically referred to as ‘Venice of the North’. As cars aren’t allowed, transportation is traditionally on foot, by bike, or by boat. You can experience how the Dutch live with and on the water. Learn about the outstanding water-management techniques of the Dutch and you can see the beautiful farmhouses and the many picturesque bridges of this idyllic village with merely 2500 inhabitants. After your boat tour, you'll have time at leisure to explore Giethoorn. Stroll around centuries of history of traditional Dutch craftsmanship. Discover the unique Dutch culture with guidance and recommendations from your personal guide.
Inclusion
Driver/guide
Tour of the cheese factory + clog factory
Live commentary on board
1-Hour Boat Cruise
Exclusion
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Reviews
4.8
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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