Dutch Cheese Market Experience in Edam, Gouda or Alkmaar
Excursions & day trips

Dutch Cheese Market Experience in Edam, Gouda or Alkmaar

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£50.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 7 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • It's a great opportunity to experience the famous cheese markets of Edam, Gouda or Alkmaar up close
  • You'll witness traditional handclaps signifying a sale by cheese traders and farmers
  • The iconic cheese girls will handle famous Dutch cheeses
  • You'll see world-famous cheeses and discover stalls with local delicacies
  • The towns offer a distinct atmosphere and attractions beyond the cheese market
What to expect

The charm of the famous cheese markets in Edam, Gouda or Alkmaar is an experience not to be missed. These bustling hubs attract cheese enthusiasts from all corners of the globe, eager to celebrate this beloved dairy delight. Upon arrival, you'll be captivated by the lively sounds of cheese traders and farmers engaging in traditional handclaps to signify a sale. The iconic cheese girls then make their appearance, skillfully handling the famous Dutch cheeses amidst an excited crowd.

The markets offer a variety of world-famous cheeses for you to indulge in, from rich Gouda to crumbly Edam. As you explore, you'll discover stalls overflowing with local delicacies and artisanal products. Beyond the hustle and bustle of cheese trading and demonstrations, a colourful crafts market awaits, showcasing traditional Dutch craftsmanship.

Each town, whether it's Gouda, Edam or Alkmaar, has its own distinct atmosphere and attractions waiting to be discovered. The day trip includes departure from Amsterdam, arrival at the Cheese Market, followed by free time to explore the city. A map with highlights and tips will be provided to help navigate your visit before returning back to Amsterdam. Join this exciting Cheese Market Experience.

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What's included
  • check Transportation in air-conditioned coach
  • check Roundtrip transportation
  • check Driver
  • check Map
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Personal expenses
Where

This is Holland, Overhoeksplein, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Meeting point:
To get to 'This is Holland', take the free ferry from platform F3 behind Central Station. The ferry shows direction “Buiksloterweg”. It is only a 3-minute ferry ride to the opposite side. When you get off the ferry, turn left. Look up and you will see a round building with the red, white and blue flag of Holland. This building is 'This is Holland'. From the ferry it is a 3-minute walk.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • Unfortunately, the buses are not wheelchair-accessible

Not allowed:

  • Pets are not allowed, with the exception of assistance dogs

Know in advance:

  • The market depends on the day of your tour: Wednesday - Edam cheese market, Thursday - Gouda cheese market, and Friday - Alkmaar cheese market
  • Infants under the age of 4 years can join for free and don't need a ticket
  • Strollers are allowed, but they must be folded for storage on the bus
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Provider
Holland Ticket Services
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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