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Take a break from Amsterdam and enjoy a taste of the Dutch countryside on this 100% private tour of Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans. Leave all the planning and organization to your guide, as they pick you up straight from your hotel and drive you to these destinations. Learn about Dutch culture and heritage as you explore the canals and wooden bridges of Giethoorn, and discover the centuries-old windmills at Zaanse Schans.

Villages don’t get more Dutch than Zaanse Schans, with windmills, cheese, and clogs; or Giethoorn, a water village on a string of canals. Enjoy a private tour with full flexibility on this customizable day out, direct from your Amsterdam address. Your day includes a canal cruise through Giethoorn, guaranteeing postcard-perfect pictures, and a cheese tasting amid the windmills of Zaanse Schans.

Tick off two of Holland's top attractions in just one trip on this full-day tour to Giethoorn and Zannse Schans. Round-trip transfer from central Amsterdam ensures a hassle-free journey, leaving you plenty of time to cruise along canals, explore windmills, and learn more about the Dutch region directly from your professional guide.

See more of Holland on a day trip from Amsterdam to the towns of Giethoorn, Volendam, and Zaanse Schans. Known as the "Holland Dream Tour," this itinerary combines popular destinations that show off another side of the country outside the big city. This tour allows you to avoid the hassle of renting a car or finding your own way to these locations so you can relax and enjoy a pre-planned day.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the Dutch capital for a day—and immerse yourself in Giethoorn’s relaxing pace and tranquil ambiance—with this private transfer service from Amsterdam. Following pickup at your hotel, hop aboard your Wi-Fi-equipped Mercedes and head into the countryside. Upon arrival at Giethoorn, explore its canals, footpaths, thatched-roof houses and more, and soak up its scenery at your own pace.

Discover the beauty of the Netherlands on a guided day trip from Amsterdam to Giethoorn. Travel with our Giethoorn Express and arrive in approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes at the famous "Venice of the North." This charming, car-free village is known for its peaceful canals, picturesque bridges, and traditional thatched-roof houses. Upon arrival, enjoy a cheese tasting at the Henri Willig Cheese Store before boarding your 45-minute canal cruise. Your experienced skipper will share fascinating stories about Giethoorn's history, culture, and daily life while you take in the stunning scenery. After the cruise, enjoy free time to explore the village, have lunch, browse local shops, or simply relax by the canals. This is the perfect escape from Amsterdam for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking an authentic Dutch experience.

Giethoorn day trip from Amsterdam incl. transport and your own self-operated boat. After a comfortable 1.5-hour drive through the Dutch countryside, you arrive in the unique village of Giethoorn, also known as the “Venice of the North”, where there are no roads in the centre. Here you receive your own boat and explore the peaceful canals at your own pace. Cruise under charming bridges, pass thatched farmhouses, stop for lunch or a walk, and enjoy full freedom to discover the village your way. Transport from Amsterdam and boat rental are fully included, making this the easiest and most authentic Giethoorn experience.

Visit the picturesque town of Giethoorn on a full-day tour from Amsterdam, which offers a peaceful escape from the bustle of the Dutch capital. Take a boat ride through the town nicknamed the "Venice of the North" and enjoy some free time to explore the car-free village with its picturesque wooden bridges and farmhouses with centuries-old thatched roofs. You won't feel rushed on this relaxed excursion, which lets you soak up the tranquility of Giethoorn at your own pace.

Known as the Venice of the Netherlands, the picture-perfect canal village of Giethoorn is a must for photographers. But, with the nearest train station around 5 miles (8 kilometers) away, it’s time-consuming to reach independently. This small-group trip (limited to only nine other travelers) gets you there in style, by comfortable minivan direct from the Amsterdam city center. Enjoy a boat ride and a walking tour, but have free time for exploring, too.

While Amsterdam gets you a certain taste of Dutch life, you’ll get to slow down and chase windmills with this small-group tour to Zaanse Schans and nearby Giethoorn. Leaving the crowds behind—in a Mercedes van, no less—you’ll sink deep into traditional Dutch culture, witnessing fields of classic windmills, going on a boat tour, wandering one of the country’s most scenic towns, and more, all led by a local guide.

Escape the city and discover Giethoorn, a peaceful village known for its canals, wooden bridges, and thatched-roof houses, often called the Dutch Venice. Travel from Amsterdam with your private driver and enjoy a relaxed journey to one of the Netherlands’ most unique destinations. Once in Giethoorn, explore the village at your own pace, walk along quiet canals, take photos, or enjoy a boat ride through the waterways. Your driver remains available throughout the trip, allowing you to adjust the schedule as you prefer. What is included: Private transfer with professional driver Pickup and drop-off at your chosen location Air-conditioned vehicle with free WiFi Bottled water Flexible itinerary Vehicle options: Business Class — up to 3 passengers Luxury Class — up to 3 passengers Minivan — up to 7 passengers Book now and experience Giethoorn with the comfort and flexibility of a private tour.

Experience the perfect blend of Dutch engineering marvels and fairy-tale landscapes on this unique tour. Visit Afsluitdijk, the iconic 32-km dike that protects the Netherlands from the sea, offering panoramic views and insight into Dutch water management. Then, step into Giethoorn, a car-free village straight out of a storybook, where charming canals replace roads. Wander through quaint lanes, cross arched bridges, and admire traditional thatched-roof cottages. Enjoy a scenic canal boat ride, gliding past beautiful gardens and historic homes. With a mix of modern ingenuity and timeless charm, this tour offers an unforgettable contrast between the Netherlands’ innovative past and its idyllic countryside.

Explore the Dutch countryside in comfort on this private luxury tour from Amsterdam. Travel with an experienced English-speaking driver in a luxury minivan and discover two iconic destinations: Giethoorn, the fairytale “Venice of the North,” where you can stroll or take a peaceful boat tour through its canals, and the Zaanse Schans, home to traditional windmills, wooden houses, and Dutch crafts. This exclusive tour for up to 7 guests includes hotel pickup, flexible stops, and a relaxed pace, the perfect way to experience the authentic Netherlands, away from the crowds. Discover Giethoorn & Zaanse Schans on a private luxury tour from Amsterdam. Enjoy windmills, canals, and Dutch charm with your personal driver.

Hit three Netherlands signature scenic areas in a group of no more than eight travelers on this action-packed day tour, with an itinerary you couldn’t hope to cover on public transport. Tour a cheese factory and a clog factory and watch a diamond-cutting demo in Zaanse Schans, take pictures at the Enclosing Dike (Afsluitdijk), and enjoy a boat cruise and free time in Giethoorn, the Venice of the Netherlands.

Dive deeper into Dutch traditions and the beauty of the Netherlands with this fascinating day trip from Amsterdam. A great way to learn more about the country, this full-day tour is led by a local insider who will take you to some of the best sightseeing spots in Giethoorn. You’ll also visit the historic windmill village of Zaanse Schans and swing by a cheese factory and wooden clog workshop.

Short on sightseeing time? That doesn’t mean you have to compromise on exploring during your Amsterdam vacation. With this group tour, your guide handles the packed itinerary for you, which includes things like a cheese factory in Zaanse Schans and a boat ride in Giethoorn. On top of that, you can request hotel pickup for an even more seamless experience.

Swap the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam for the picturesque charm of Giethoorn on this private, day-long trip. With convenient door-to-door transfers, sit back and take in scenic countryside views along the way. At Giethoorn, explore at your own pace while learning about the history, culture, and architecture of the village. There’s an option to enhance your visit with a boat reservation—extra cost.

Discover the fairytale beauty of Giethoorn, often called the Venice of the North. On this private 10-hour excursion from Amsterdam, stroll through narrow paths, admire thatched cottages, and cross charming wooden bridges. Glide along peaceful canals on a scenic walk (optional boat tours not included), and enjoy the tranquility of this picturesque Dutch village surrounded by lakes and nature reserves.

While many of Amsterdam’s attractions are world-famous, the charming village of Giethoorn, known for its canals, is lesser-known—and therefore benefits from far fewer crowds. Soak up its fairytale charm on a day trip from Amsterdam that includes hassle-free, round-trip transport. This two-in-one tour features both a guided canal-boat tour as well as a self-led walking tour with a provided audio guide.

It can be easy to forget that an entire country exists outside of Amsterdam, but this small-group tour makes it even easier to get out and see it. A great way to combine visits to two of the Netherlands’ most interesting historical and cultural attractions, Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn, this full-day tour includes everything you need for a good time, from cheese tastings to a boat trip and some windmills.

Discover some of the Netherlands’ most interesting places on this full-day tour from Amsterdam. A great way to squeeze lots of sightseeing into one day, you’ll start by learning about cheese, clogs, diamonds, and windmills at the historic village of Zaanse Schans. You’ll then swing by Afsluitdijk to learn about flood prevention and land management, before finishing up with a boat cruise around Giethoorn, a picture-postcard village that’s entirely car-free.

The Netherlands is full of picturesque and historic homes, windmills, and its famously flat landscapes with huge skies. Take in the countryside of Holland on this tour of Zaanse Schans, and see the famous windmills, as well as plenty of local sites and interesting nearby locations. Enjoy a boat cruise through Giethoorn, and visit a dairy farm or a fishing village.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam and immerse yourself in Dutch culture, history, and food on this small-group tour to Zaanse Schans, Durgerdam, and Giethoorn. Visit charming settlements, see classic Dutch windmills, sample local cheese and milk, try on traditional wooden shoes, and much more. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included, making this an easy, stress-free day out.