Escape Amsterdam: E-Bike to Zaanse Schans Windmills & Zaandam

4.9
(446 reviews)
Amsterdam, Netherlands

5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Personally crafted tour, and the only small group tour in Amsterdam. Real conversations, with flexibility to stop for those perfect photo moments.

We'll visit working windmills and meet the people who run them, cycling through the peaceful 't Twiske nature reserve on paths that tour buses can't reach, and our guides know the local stories, and hidden spots that make this journey special.

With comfortable e-bikes you'll spend your energy enjoying the scenery, not fighting traffic. Most of our route runs through countryside and dedicated bike paths—you'll barely notice you're cycling 40km.

Some notes: Must be comfortable riding a bike and able to cycle.
Minimum height: 1.50m (4'9") for adults, 1.55m (5'1") for children
Limited kids' bikes available for riders 1.40m-1.55m (4'7"-5'1") - message us for availability
Tours operate rain or shine (high-quality ponchos provided)
Helmets available at our shop
No refunds for no-shows, late arrivals, or cancellations

What's Included

Rain Poncho - available at the shop
English Speaking Guide - German, Spanish, French, Dutch upon private tour request
Helmet - available at the shop
Electric Bike with comfortable saddle
Gratuity

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Oosterdokskade 63A

Those Amsterdames shop: **New Address: Oosterdokskade 63a**. *Please note*: we are located within a bike parking garage. The entrance is between *Train More Gym and Albert Heijn* grocery store. Go through the double doors, down the stairs, and follow the markings to the shop.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Amsterdam (Pass by)

    We start in the city of Amsterdam as we pedal away to the ferry boat

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    Behind the train station we find the free ferry boats which will take us to Noord on our path out of town

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Krijtmolen d'Admiraal

    Get up close to a live working windmill!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Landsmeer

    We'll take the narrow paths cars cannot reach, through farmers fields with cows and sheep as our landscape.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Het Twiske

    The Recreational area Het Twiske is a great place for locals and tourists alike to enjoy swimming and relaxing.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Zaanse Schans

    The highlight of the tour will be our extended stop at the Dutch Heritage site the Zaanse Schans. Here you'll have time to explore and perhaps grab a quick bite.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Zaandam

    We'll take a peek at some very unique homes turned hotel in this cute city near Amsterdam. Enjoy being brought back to the time of Monet!

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    NDSM Wharf

    We'll re-enter the main city via NDSM werf. Once a shipping powerhouse, the NDSM is now the future of Amsterdam decorated in ever changing street art.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Centraal Station

    We'll wrap up the tour at the central station before heading back to the shop to say goodbye.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 40 km/25 mile ride - made super easy with Electric Bikes
  • Minimum height: Adult 1,50. Child: 1,55m. Email for other limited options
  • You need to be able to ride a bike for this 40 KM tour. The bikes are not scooters.
Supplied by Those Amsterdames

Tags

Day Trips
Mountain Bike Tours
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Likely to Sell Out
Bike Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Top Product
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Curated Catalog

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Show more

Rating

4.9 Based on 446 446 reviews
5 stars
427
4 stars
12
3 stars
4
2 stars
1
1 star
2
Likely to sell out
from per person
Was {{formatPrice(summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount, currency, 2)}}