From Amsterdam: Volendam Harbour & Cheese Farm Tour
Explore Volendam fishing village with cheese tasting, clog-making demonstrations, and a shipyard visit on this half-day tour from Amsterdam.
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What is the Volendam and cheese farm tour?
This half-day tour takes you from Amsterdam to Volendam, a traditional fishing village on the IJsselmeer lake that looks like it belongs on a postcard. With round-trip coach transfers, guided visits to a cheese farm and historic shipyard, and a self-guided walking tour of the village, you experience authentic Dutch culture just 30 minutes from the city.
What will I see in Volendam?
Volendam is known for its colourful wooden houses, picturesque harbour, and deep fishing heritage. A short film introduces the village's maritime history before you explore the streets at your own pace using a digital walking tour with multilingual audio guide and map. The harbour is lined with traditional boats, cafes, and shops selling smoked eel and other local specialities.
What is included at the cheese farm?
Visit the Henri Willig Cheese Farm and Clog Factory to learn how traditional Dutch cheese is made and sample several varieties of creamy, locally-produced Gouda. A clog-making demonstration shows how the iconic wooden shoes were crafted by hand. You also receive a 10% discount on any cheese purchases.
What is the Botterwerf shipyard?
The Botterwerf is a historic shipyard where traditional botter fishing boats are restored using time-honoured techniques. Watch craftsmen at work and learn about the vessels that once filled Volendam's harbour before the IJsselmeer was separated from the sea.
Where does the tour depart from?
The tour departs from This is Holland at Overhoeksplein 51 in Amsterdam North. To get there, take the free F3 ferry from behind Amsterdam Centraal station to Buiksloterweg. The ferry crossing takes 3 minutes, and the venue is a 3-minute walk from the ferry terminal. Free toilets and waiting facilities are available at the departure point.
Book your Volendam tour
Experience traditional Dutch village life, cheese, clogs, and maritime heritage just a short coach ride from Amsterdam.
Zašto ćete ga voljeti
- Half-day coach tour from Amsterdam with round-trip transfers included
- Explore Volendam, a traditional fishing village on the IJsselmeer
- Visit a working cheese farm and watch Dutch cheese-making first-hand
- Tour a historic shipyard and learn about Dutch maritime heritage
- Self-guided walk through Volendam's postcard-perfect harbour streets
Što je uključeno
- Round-trip coach transfer from Amsterdam
- Guided visit to a cheese farm
- Guided visit to a historic shipyard
- Self-guided walking tour of Volendam
Dobro je znati
- Prikladnost dobi
- Suitable for all ages
- Što znati prije polaska
Arrive at This is Holland at least 15 minutes before departure
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Dress for the weather as parts of the tour are outdoors
Bring a phone for the digital walking tour
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Return to the coach at the designated time
Pets, large bags, and alcohol are not permitted
Respect local residents and businesses in Volendam
- Politika otkazivanja
These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
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How long is the tour?
The tour is approximately 5 hours including travel time.
Is cheese tasting included?
Yes. Cheese tasting at the Henri Willig farm is included.
Where does the tour depart from?
The tour departs from This is Holland, Overhoeksplein 51, Amsterdam North. Take the free F3 ferry from behind Amsterdam Centraal.
Is the tour guided?
The cheese farm and shipyard visits are guided. In Volendam, you explore independently using the digital walking tour.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
No. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Can I cancel my booking?
Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the tour.
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