Private Zaanse Schans Windmills & Keukenhof Tour by Mercedes EQV

6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover Zaanse Schans and Keukenhof on an eight-hour private tour combining historic windmills, traditional crafts and colourful spring gardens.

Travel from Amsterdam in my comfortable electric Mercedes EQV, with stories about Dutch history and life along the way.

At Zaanse Schans, explore the windmills and wooden houses beside the River Zaan. Learn how wind power supported industries from timber sawing to paint pigment production. Watch traditional wooden shoes being made at the clog workshop, with time to wander and take photographs.

We then continue to Keukenhof to explore landscaped gardens, winding paths and flower displays. Enjoy tulips and other spring flowers at a relaxed pace, with time for your favourite photo stops.

Essential information: Keukenhof is open from March 18 to May 9, 2027. Flowering depends on the weather, so specific blooms or fields in full bloom cannot be guaranteed.

What's Included

Transportation by luxury private car or minivan
Hotel pick up and drop off
Driver, fuel, parking and taxes
Professional English speaking guide
All entrance fees and costs for Zaanse Schans & Keukenhof
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We can pick you up from your hotel in Amsterdam, at the cruise port of Amsterdam or at the airport.

OR
Meeting point
Barbizon Palace Hotel

We will pick you up in front of the hotel entrance. The driver will be waiting in front of the hotel.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Zaanse Schans

    Travel from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans with Michael, your private driver-guide. Explore the historic windmills and wooden houses, step inside one working windmill and watch a traditional clog-making demonstration. Michael explains the role of wind power in the area's history and gives you time for questions and photographs. Admission to one windmill is included. The approximate time shown for this section includes the drive from Amsterdam.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Keukenhof

    In 2027 Keukenhof and Tulip farm will be open daily from March 18 to May 9 from 08:00 am to 07:00 pm. Nestled in the picturesque Dune and Bulb region between Amsterdam and The Hague lies the renowned Keukenhof, often referred to as the 'Garden of Europe' and recognized as the world’s largest flower garden. Behold the spectacle of 7 million blooming bulbs, encompassing an impressive 800 varieties of tulips, spread across a vast 32 hectares of fields. Enjoy seamless access to the captivating Keukenhof Gardens. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty not only of the vibrant tulips but also of an array of other flowers, including hyacinths, daffodils, lilies, and roses. Embark on a unique, unforgettable, and must-see experience!

    3 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Michael Travel & Tours
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Tags

Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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