Giethoorn and windmills private tour
Excursions & day trips

Giethoorn and windmills private tour

Free cancellation
Language: English, German, Dutch
Availability: Daily
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: up to 8 hours 30 minutes
Do this because
  • Admire two unique Dutch sights in one day
  • Visit the 'Zaanse Schans' and admire the well preserved historic windmills
  • Explore Giethoorn, a car-free picturesque town
What to expect

Your private guide will drive you directly to the Zaanse Schans and walk you through this picturesque Dutch heritage site. Experience many famous aspects of Dutch manufacturing and visit an old working windmill to learn about how products were fabricated in the 17th and 18th century.

After the Zaanse Schans your guide will drive you directly you to Giethoorn (90 min) taking you across the famous Houtribdijk, a 27 km (16 mi) dam. This dam spans Lake IJssel (IJsselmeer) from east to west and connects the cities of Lelystad and Enkhuizen. From both sides of Lake IJssel you'll have stunning views over the water where you will by pass by locks and the only Naviduct worldwide were you'll find yourself 10 meters (32 ft) below sea level!

The second highlight of the day is the picturesque village of Giethoorn. The centre of the village is car-free so the only way to get around is by boat or on foot. Your guide will transform himself into your captain and welcome you on board a typical 'punter', a small Dutch flat bottomed boat designed to sail in shallow waters for a private one hour tour through Giethoorn. After you're back on dry land you'll join your guide for a short walking tour giving you another perspective on this picture perfect little village.

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What's included
  • check Certified driver and guide
  • check Hotel pick-up and drop off service
  • check Parking fees
  • check Admission tickets
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
Where
Meeting point:
This tour includes pick-up service. Please indicate your accommodation name and address at checkout.
What to remember
  • The minimum age to attend this tour is 7
  • The itinerary is flexible, you can arrange it with your guide and walk at your pace
  • Dress comfortably in layers and bring a jacket
  • Cobblestones and steps may be involved in your excursion
  • Tour pickup is at 09.30 at your accomodation.
  • The tour begins and ends in Amsterdam at your holiday accommodation. Please indicate your accommodation name and address upon booking
  • The transfer will be in an air-conditioned Chrysler minivan that offers WI-FI
  • The trip duration maybe subject to traffic
  • Please note that lunch and drinks are not included in the tour fee
  • Mastercard and Visa are widely accepted
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Provider
Private Day Tours Amsterdam
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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