Volendam, Marken & Zaanse Schans

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Volendam, Marken & Zaanse Schans

Dutch history comes to life during this tour!

During this tour you will see the famous 'Zaanse Schans'- the idyllic and picturesque village with its typical green timbered houses. After a tour of the village, you will visit a cheese farm where cheese is still made in the traditional way.

Other highlights of this excursion include the famous fishing village of Volendam, where you'll have time for lunch in a typical dutch fish restaurant, as well as a boat trip to and from the former Island of Marken.

In Marken you will enjoy a nice walk around the beautiful and historical village, and visit a local traditional clog maker. This is an exciting way to experience and see Holland!

The GPS Guide is available in 16 languages! All entrances are included!

Summer departures:

from 19th March till 18th October

The tour of 9.45h takes 7 hours and includes an audioguide in 16 languages.

Winter departures:

from 19th October till 18th March

The tour at 9.15 and 12.15 takes 5,5 hours and includes an audioguide in 16 languages.

Highlights:

Explore the Dutch countryside
View the picturesque windmills of Zaanse Schans
Stop at the island community of Marken
Visit a traditional wooden shoemaker
Enjoy a stop at the fishing village of Volendam
Taste traditionally made Dutch cheese

What's Included:

Transportation by air-conditioned bus
Expert guide
Entrance fees
Volendam to Marken cruise
12.00h tour includes museum of traditional costumes

Departure time:

Make sure you arrive on time (30 minutes prior to departure)!

Departure location:

Check-in at the Central Station IJpassage at the Tours & Tickets store 15 minutes before departure.

Guests must wear a face mask. Possibility to purchase it at the redemption point.