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Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Unique Day Trip with Boat Cruise

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Overview

This unique day tour takes you in the morning to Zaanse Schans. You would visit this village as a local resident by walking in the village from the residence entrance. Avoiding big buses and full of tourists at the main entrance. We will take you to a Dutch cheese factory, a wooden shoe factory and enjoy a royal diamond demonstration in Zaanse Schans. After that you will travel to Giethoorn, you will discover this 'Green Venice' of Holland and enjoy one hour free boat cruise in Giethoorn. You will of course have your own free time at these two places to take beautiful photos and discover the village by yourselves.

You will expect a luxurious and comfortable mini bus for this day tour. A bottled water will be provided to each traveler. Power bank, napkin, umbrella are provided and free to use during the whole trip.

This 10 hours experience gives you a relaxed, memorable and enjoyable tour with lots of beautiful photos.

What's Included

  • Bottled water One Bottle of Water per Traveler
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Meeting Location

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    De Ruijterkade 88
    1011 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands

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    Zaanse Schans

    Zaanse Schans is a natural windmill village. You will arrive this village from the local residence entrance. You won't arrive here with big buses and full of tourists. You will walk and experience this local quite village at the beginning. After that, you will have a private guided Dutch cheese factory tour, to know how to make Gouda cheese in the traditional way. You have chance to taste more than 26 different flavors of cheeses. After that, you will visit a Dutch wooden shoes factory, we will show you a live demonstration of making wooden shoe by a traditional clog maker. After that you would have a private Royal Amsterdam Diamond tour, to know the history of diamond, and enjoy the 'Royal Lady' diamond with 268 facets. Of course you would have your own free time to get close to the windmills and take a lot of photos.
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    2 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Catharina Hoeve Cheese Farm

    You would experience this old cheese farm/factory by having a private demonstration to understand how to make traditional Dutch cheese, get to know the history of this cheese farm, and cheese tasting for more than 26 different flavors.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Kooijman Souvenirs & Clogs Wooden Shoe Workshop

    At this attraction, you would expect to see a live demonstration of making wooden shoe by a traditional clog maker, get to know the history of wooden shoes, and see different types of wooden shoes. You could have wooden shoes try-on here with different paintings / colors. Of course you can take as many photos as you want.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Royal Diamonds Amsterdam

    At this attraction, you would have a private presentation to know diamond history, diamond cutting. You would have opportunity to see the 'Royal Lady' diamond with 268 cuts / facets. In addition, you would see a diamond with special tulip design.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Giethoorn

    After visiting Zaanse Schans, you will travel to Giethoorn by an air-conditioned vip bus. When you arrive Giethoorn, you will have lunch time. After your lunch, you would have 1 hour boat cruise in the canals. You would explore the ‘Green Little Venice’ of the Netherlands. You will enjoy a lot of free time to explore the sights by yourself and your loved ones. We include 1 hour boat cruise here (open boat when weather is good) If you want, you could drive your own boat (extra charge), that would have more fun with your family or friends.
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    3 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Bovenwijde

    You will enjoy 1 hour boat cruise in Giethoorn to see canals, houses, and a big lake behind the village. Small private open boat when weather is good. We don't share big boat with other groups
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    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Duration of the tour is 10 hours, including the travel time.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions (9)

    Q: Will I get seasick on Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Unique Day Trip with Boat Cruise?

    A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-410868P1

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    Frequently Asked Questions (9)

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Unique Day Trip with Boat Cruise?
    A:

    If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

    Feb 2023
    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Unique Day Trip with Boat Cruise?
    A:
    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
    A:
    The following is included:
    • Bottled water. One Bottle of Water per Traveler.
    • All Fees and Taxes.
    • Air-conditioned vehicle.
    • One Hour Boat Cruise in Giethoorn.
    • Guided Tour to Cheese Factory, Wooden Shoe Factory and Diamond Factory.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
    A:

    This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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    The minimum age to participate is 1..

    Apr 2025
    Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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    If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

    If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

    Apr 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
    A:

    Accessibility information for the Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Unique Day Trip with Boat Cruise is as follows:

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    Apr 2025
    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Unique Day Trip with Boat Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from City Sky Diving. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

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    Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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    Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

    Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

    If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Bottled waterOne Bottle of Water per Traveler
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • One Hour Boat Cruise in Giethoorn
    • Guided Tour to Cheese Factory, Wooden Shoe Factory and Diamond Factory

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Duration of the tour is 10 hours, including the travel time.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers

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