Netherlands · CHEESE TASTINGS IN ZAANSE SCHANS
The 15 best cheese tastings in Zaanse Schans you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Half-day Zaanse Schans trip from Amsterdam with clog-making demo, cheese tasting at Catharina Hoeve, windmills, plus optional canal cruise.
“The tour was really nice and organized Tour guide was really lovely and funny and very informative I recommend the trip”
Small-group Zaanse Schans tour from Amsterdam with windmills, clog-making, and Dutch cheese tasting, including shared transfers and ticketed entries.
“This experience was fabulous! I have been to Amsterdam before but adding this on to trip made it more magical stunning tour and place one of my favourite tours! Maaike took us out to the beautiful zaanse schans - She was fantastic her tour was such a high standard she was very good at explaining everything and bringing us to fabulous places! Highly recommend going here to see this beautiful place and if you can go on the tour with Maaike even better 😍 thank you 😊”
5-hour Amsterdam day trip to Volendam and Zaanse Schans with Dutch cheese tasting, clog-making, and optional canal cruise voucher.
“It was an excellent trip. There could have been a bit more time for touring the village but the experience was great.”
Cycle Amsterdam out into Waterland for windmills, cheese tasting, and hand-carved clogs, with e-bike or classic bike options.
“It rained pretty heavily the first part of the tour but nonetheless we persevered and eventually the sun came out and life was good. Wonderful trip to see windmills and small towns outside of Amsterdam. I’m glad we did the tour despite the weather that no one obviously can control. The guides made sure we were taken care of and stopped frequently enough to smell the tulips.”
E-bike out of Amsterdam to Waterland, a windmill stop, and a real cheese farm tasting. Flat paths, small groups, big views.
“Although it was a rainy day we nevertheless had a great time. The visit to the cheese farm was a highlight.”
A half-day Dutch break from Amsterdam with Zaanse Schans windmills, a cheese farm clogs lesson and tastings, then Volendam by the harbor.
“The trip was magical and I am so happy I didn’t skip it. Our guide Dino was very sweet too. Overall I would say it’s a must do”
Guided Zaanse Schans windmill village with clog making and Dutch cheese tasting, plus optional Amsterdam canal cruise near Central Station.
“This place was full of history and culture but the crowds made it feel like a Disney theme park. The guide, Evelyn, knew a lot of interesting stuff but she mostly seemed overwhelmed with so many people. Our group had no lanyards or other means of identifying others from our bus. This was concerning with the multitude of other buses in the village. The craft demonstrations were interesting but the general setup felt touristy rather than cultural.”
A guided half-day trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans windmills, Volendam harbor life, cheese tasting, and clog making, with an optional canal cruise.
“Our guide was not a local NL native (either Spain or Italy), was very difficult to understand her english. The problem could have been that two tours were combined as the guide said everything in English and Spanish, she didn't tell us what the subject matter was, just started talking from one language to the other. Time spent at the stops was too short.”
Small-group e-bike ride from Amsterdam by ferry, with windmill and village stops, plus cheese tasting, snacks, and rain gear.
“This was outstanding! The countryside was beautiful and our guide was incredibly knowledgeable- I didn’t expect a historian with his credentials to lead the tour! He gave great info, but also let us really soak up the beauty of the region. The e-bikes were simple to use and made the 4 hours easy. This was a surprising highlight of a 9-day trip to Netherlands/ Switzerland. Highly recommend (14 yo loved it, too!).”
Cycle from Amsterdam into Waterland for farm cheese tastings, baby lambs, dike views, a windmill photo stop, and a ferry ride.
“Guide was enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. Tour was varied, both city and country. The farm was great but cheese and drinks presentation could be improved. Overall great tour.”
Dutch farm cheese tasting and clogs, a windmill country drive, then Amsterdam highlights and free time with a canal cruise slot.
“Our guide was spectacular, very knowledgeable and had an incredible sense of humor. He gave us excellent recommendations. We definitely loved this tour.”
Half-day tour from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans for windmills, clog-making, and Dutch cheese tastings, plus discounts and a self-walk plan.
“Town is really charming, I really enjoyed it. Unfortunately a lot of activities are not included in the ticket, most of the museums were with additional fee. I have to appreciate the online guide on WhatsApp, that was really useful.”
Private 7-hour Amsterdam countryside tour with working windmills, a family cheese farm, Edam, Monnickendam, and Waterland villages.
“Phillip was an excellent tour guide with vast knowledge of the area. We asked for a tour away from the tourist traps and he delivered. We saw the windmills up close and got a private tour of two of the lumber mills. We had a delightful lunch in the fishing town of Monnickendam. Then visited a traditional cheese farm. We capped off our tour with a visit to village of Waterland and the unique church of Broek. I am not a fan of big tour groups and ear pieces. This was a delightful tour and well worth the money. Thanks to Phillip for an exceptional experience!”
Private 4-5 hour tour from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans and Volendam: windmills, clog making, cheese tasting, and a dike stroll.
“Our driver and guide was amazing! He was knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. He made our trip very enjoyable and went out of his way to make sure we had a great experience.”
Amsterdam cheese and windmill e-bike countryside ride with farm animal visits, Dutch cheese tasting, and an IJ ferry return, about 3 hours.
“It was a very pleasant bike ride through the city and into the countryside for the windmill tour. The only downside is that there’s only one windmill on the tour, but that doesn’t take away from the amazing views elsewhere. The route takes you past the windmill, over two bridges, and into a seaside village. After passing that, you enter farm country (be prepared for the smell because it’ll hit you). The cheese at the farm was delicious! And you’ll get to ride a bike ferry coming back into the city. Overall a great experience if you’re looking for a breath of fresh air and an escape from the city.…”
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