Private Tours to Zaanse Schans, windmill house, Volendam, Marken

Overview

At Zaanse Schans, stroll past working windmills, traditional wooden houses, cheese farms, and clog workshops. It's a living museum of Dutch craftsmanship and rural life that feels like stepping back in time. Next, dive deeper into Dutch engineering heritage at the Museummolen Schermer, a fully functioning 17th-century windmill nestled in quiet farmland. Learn how the Dutch mastered water management and land reclamation — a fascinating and often overlooked chapter of the Netherlands’ story. Continue to Volendam, a colorful fishing village known for its old harbor, traditional costumes, and fresh seafood. It’s a great place for lunch, local treats, and postcard-worthy views of the IJsselmeer. End the day on Marken, a peaceful island-turned-peninsula with wooden houses, narrow lanes, and a strong sense of preserved culture. It's one of the few places where the spirit of old Holland still lives.