Edam Cheese

Discover the Best of the Dutch Countryside: Windmills, Cheese, Fishing Villages & Canal Cruise Escape the city and explore the beauty of the Dutch countryside on this unforgettable day trip from Amsterdam. Visit Zaanse Schans, a historic village famous for its iconic windmills, wooden houses, and traditional workshops. Continue to Edam, we will walk through its charming old town, visit the square where the historic Edam that transport you back in time. Then, near the colourful fishing village of Volendam, stop at a family-run cheese farm for a live demonstration on how cheeses and clogs are made. You’ll discover how these iconic wooden shoes are crafted by hand. In Volendam, enjoy free time at the lively harbour and try local specialities like fresh herring or crispy kibbeling. Your final countryside stop is Marken a quiet, authentic destination where Dutch heritage is beautifully preserved. After returning to Amsterdam, enhance your day with an optional canal cruise in Amsterdam.

Become acquainted with the Dutch countryside during this 8-hour day tour with your guide through the villages of Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken. Marvel at the famed windmills of Zaanse Schans as you learn of their significance to the region. Visit a clog workshop where they will carve us live this typical shoe. Take a free time to photograph the impressive landscapes. Visit Edam, a World Heritage Site and whose old town is one of the most beautiful in Holland. Enjoy in a cheese factory, where they will show us how cheese is made. This tour includes an extensive tasting. Lose yourself amidst the striking wooden houses and a maze of narrow streets in Volendam, the former fishing village. Enjoy some free time to taste the local fish. The Volendam's cod and herring are delicious! Then, travel to the old island of Marken enjoing the amazing views around you. This historic place remains well-preserved to this day. Finally we will return to Amsterdam.

Unleash your wanderlust and explore the Dutch Countryside in Style! Join our 5-hour guided tour, your ultimate escape from Amsterdam's chaos. Step into a fairytale at Zaanse Schans, where windmills whisper tales of old. Experience tranquility in Volendam's seaside village. Upgrade your adventure with an Amsterdam Canal Cruise ticket and unlock a world of awe-inspiring beauty. Get ready for an unforgettable journey through the Netherlands' most picturesque gems. Immerse yourself in Dutch culture and architecture, creating cherished memories that will stand the test of time. Don't miss this captivating experience!

Want to discover the Dutch countryside? Visit the windmills at Zaanse Schans, tickle your tastebuds with a local cheeses as well as a cheese making and tasting demonstration in Volendam, go on a walking tour through Edam, take a scenic boat trip to the picturesque fishing village of Marken and see how clogs are made. Highlights • Wander among the windmills at Zaanse Schans • Learn how cheese is made at the Cheese Factory Volendam • Go on a walking tour through Edam • Unique to the All-inclusive Tour: sail across the IJsselmeer • See how wooden shoes are made with an antique steam engine (all-in option) • Visit an authentic Marker house (all-in option)

The Netherlands is known for many things, including canals, windmills and it is very flat. But by far the tastiest contribution to the world is cheese. One of these delicacies is Edam, and in the quintessentially Dutch town it is named after, you can get a real taste of these melting exports. The Edam Cheese Experience takes you back to the invention in the Middle Ages and discover how it is made today. Discover everything there is to know about Edam cheese with an audio guide. Find out all about this historic city and its relationship with the famous cheese.Taste Henri Willig cheeses after the experience.

Visit four of the best places in the Netherlands on this 8-hour tour. Stop at Zaanse Schans to see the traditional windmills. Then visit the town of Edam and enjoy an extensive tasting of typical cheeses. Continue to the city of Volendam to learn more about Dutch culture. In Volendam, take the time to stroll, shop or have lunch. Finally, visit Marken, an ancient island with amazing landscapes and a curious history and culture.

Experience the delightful charm of the world-famous cheese markets in Gouda, Alkmaar or Edam, where cheese lovers from around the globe come together to celebrate this beloved dairy delight! As soon as you arrive, you’ll be enchanted by the lively sounds of the cheese traders and farmers engaging in their traditional handclaps to signify a sale. And then, they appear – the iconic cheese girls, surrounded by an eager crowd, showcasing their skillful handling of the famous Dutch cheeses. Indulge yourself in a variety of world-famous Dutch cheeses. In addition to the bustling cheese trading and cheese-making demonstrations, you’ll find a vibrant crafts market that features traditional Dutch craftsmanship. There’s plenty to enjoy in Gouda, Alkmaar or Edam throughout the day! Each town has its own unique atmosphere and attractions that beckon to be discovered. Join Us Every Wednesday (Edam), Thursday (Gouda) or Friday (Alkmaar) for This Exciting Cheese Market Experience!

Step inside the kitchen with Sofia for an authentic, hands-on cooking lesson of Yucatecan and Mayan delicacies. Sofia prepares traditional Yucatecan dishes such as sikil pak (traditional pumpkin seed dip), sopa de lima (chicken soup with lime) or empanadas de chaya, and pollo o cochinita pibil (perhaps the Yucatan’s most famous dish of slow-cooked chicken or pork which has been marinated in an achiote and sour orange marinade, wrapped in banana leaves). Sofia will teach you to prepare traditional recipes from scratch so be prepared to get your hands dirty. You will learn to prepare an authentic Yucatecan meal that includes a fiery habanero salsa. Enjoy the delicious meal you helped prepare with your host (and her family on occasion) in her modest home in Merida. Please note that Sofia runs a homestay so while your experience will be private, there may be other guests present in her home. Enjoy this private, authentic, immersive Yucatecan food experience with a local!

Enjoy half a day immersing yourself in the beauty of Dutch countryside filled with windmills and silent canals. Meanwhile, get to see how world famous Dutch cheese is made and get to try them yourself. And, visit a clog factory to discover the secrets of this typical Dutch shoe – Enjoy a day away from the crowded city of Amsterdam – Get a private tour to the Dutch country side & villages filled with windmills. – Visit a wooden show factory – Witness interiors of one of the windmills & see how it actually functions. – Visit a local cheese producer where you can learn about Gouda and Edam cheese. – Walk the charming streets of Volendam, a Dutch fishing village. – Explore Edam, the village where Edam Cheese is traded from. – Enjoy free time to explore by foot, enjoy some beer or chocolate, or shop for souvenirs. – The tour is customisable. So if there is any place, you would like to go, I could give you a tour.

Become Holland's Next Top Model by dressing up in traditional Dutch clothing! Enjoy a guided tour at the Simonehoeve and taste some of the best cheeses, biscuits and wine that Holland has to offer. You can make the activity last at long as you like. On average, the duration of this activity is about 1,5 hours. Highlights – Get your picture taken in traditional Volendam clothing – Enjoy a guided tour in which we explain everything about cheese- and wooden shoe making – Taste the real Dutch Gouda and Edam cheese, the stroopwafel and speculaas biscuits and some delicious local wine – Bring home a perfect holiday souvenir: One high quality (group)photo per person (size: 15×23 cm)

Learn how to make a typical Yucatecan dish from scratch by joining our European-trained chef Luis. Dishes like sopa de lima (chicken soup with lime), pollo o cochinita pibil (possibly the most well-known dish in Yucatan), Yucatecan tamales, empanadas de chaya con queso de bola (pastries flecked with a local green, chaya, stuffed with Edam cheese), are some examples of dishes that could be on your menu. Homey desserts like arroz con leche. As you learn about Yucatecan culinary and cultural legacy, savor the delectable feast you assisted in preparing. The culinary class should last slightly over 3-hours, after which you will have your meal. After your genuine culinary adventure, you'll have made new friends, learned new recipes, and created memories that will last a lifetime.

Admire the typical Dutch windmill at Zaanse Schans Visit a local cheese producer to learn about Edam and Gouda Cheese Learn about the traditional wooden clog shoe at a clog factory

When you visit Holland for the first time, this is a great tour. You will experience Holland in just a half day. Stroll through the quaint cheese village of Edam and indulge in a cheese tasting experience. Stop at a windmill, make beautiful pictures, drive through meadows filled with grazing cows, see dikes, explore the charming fishing village of Volendam and enjoy a ferry ride to the picturesque peninsula of Marken.

Enjoy a sightseeing tour to the windmills, the countryside, a local cheese and clogs factory, Volendam and Marken. You will visit a unique Dutch park called the Zaanse Schans not far from Amsterdam. Here are the most special windmills of The Netherlands such as the paint windmill, the sawmill, spices mill and peanut oil. Thereafter you will see how we make the original Dutch clogs and there is a possibility to buy clogs/wooden shoes and souvenirs. The second stop will be at the Henri Willig farm where they will teach you how they treat their cows and there is a possibility to see how they milk the cows and you can see and touch the baby cows. Thereafter it is time to taste more than 30 flavors of nice Dutch cheese for free! Your next stop will be Volendam where you can lunch in one of the best fish restaurants in town, buy some very nice Dutch waffles or enjoy the nice Harbor of Volendam. After this you will take a ferry ride to Marken, a small island with houses on wooden stilts.

Fishing village Volendam, Cheese city Edam, authentic Monnickendam and peninsula Marken with it's famous lighthouse. Avoid mass tourism and come with me for a private tour. I am your private driver and private guide. I know how to avoid the hectic and get the best out of this tour (famous by tourists). Visit a cheesemuseum, a clogs factory, make a photo in traditional Dutch (fisherman) clothes, eat the best of the best fish (where you'll only see locals!) and see stunning landscape views. I am your private guide and also your driver, well mannered and well educated.   I am fluent in English, speak some German, Spanish and Portugese.

In your private luxury Jaguar S Type (car) we'll go off the beaten paths. You'll see the real Dutch landscape, country side, rural area, picturesque hamlets, dairy farms, small authentic riverbridges, cattle, dike(s), cheesefarm, clogsfactory, typical Dutch wooden houses, drink fresh unpasteurized milk straight from the farm and WW2 remains. More Dutch than this you are not gonna get it. This is the real Dutch experience. You won't regret! Breathtaking tour!

Looking for a nice private tour from Amsterdam? Enjoy a 6-hour day tour of the most beautiful places in the Netherlands, such as windmills, tulips, small villages and the countryside. OR Experience Dutch countryside highlights on a beautiful cheese, clogs, flowers and windmills tour. Sample authentic Dutch cheese on a traditional farm, explore the beautiful Keukenhof gardens and discover the typical Dutch windmills.

Are you tired of city noise and a fast-paced lifestyle? Then we would highly recommend you to visit this tour on one of your first days in the Netherlands! We believe, that blooming gardens, old wooden houses, cozy green alleys, and fabulous apple pie served for lunch on the banks of a canal overgrown with apple trees and hydrangeas are one of the best medicines against urban bustle! We will meet at the Amsterdam Centraal Station, from where we will take a bus to ride to those fabulous towns – Edam and Volendam. The travel time takes no more than 20 minutes. Strolling along incredibly beautiful streets with a view of canals, infinite fields with wooden houses, farms, and wild swans. More tours(food, history, street art, architecture, modern art, museums, small towns, countryside, by bikes, ships, balloons, photo tours) in the Netherlands on Snurk.Travel.

Skip the hassle of renting a car and let your private driver/host take you on a stress-free journey through the Dutch countryside. Windmills, Cheese & Wooden Clogs – The Ultimate Dutch Experience! Visit Zaanse Schans, home to historic 18th-century windmills and traditional crafts. In Volendam, explore a cheese factory, enjoy a tasting, and watch a wooden clog-making demo. Charming Dutch Villages Await ✅ Edam – World-famous cheese, scenic canals, and historic charm. ✅ Marken – Wooden houses and fishing heritage. Take an optional ferry from Volendam (€10 one-way)—your driver will be waiting. ✅ Monnickendam – A stunning harbor town with maritime history. ✅ Broek in Waterland – A peaceful village with charming wooden houses. Enjoy a private, flexible tour with pickup & drop-off. Book your Dutch adventure today!

Explore the essence of Dutch culture on this immersive day trip from Amsterdam! Visit the iconic windmills of Zaanse Schans and witness traditional craftsmanship in action. Experience a live wooden shoe-making demonstration and capture memories with a complimentary 30-minute photography session. Stroll through the charming, historic streets of Edam, famous for its 17th-century architecture, and enjoy lunch by the colorful harbor of Volendam. Discover the art of Dutch cheese-making at the Cheese Factory Volendam. With scenic countryside drives, hands-on experiences, and a taste of authentic Dutch traditions, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and local flavor.