Small group tour to Kinderdijk windmills and Delft

On this small group tour, we combine beautiful landscapes and the historic sites of Kinderdijk and Delft. Our experienced guides Eva and Sarah are skilled drivers and great hosts!

First we visit UNESCO world heritage site Kinderdijk, with its 19 windmills keeping the land dry for centuries! A boat tour and visit to the mills and pumping station is included.

We continue to the picturesque city of Delft, home to the famous Royal Delft Blue china factory! We first visit the town with its canals and gables. There will be time to visit the "new" and the "old" churches, with the graves of William of Orange and many other royalties. Or the Vermeer Center, dedicated to the famous painter Johannes Vermeer. Around the market square and famous town hall there will be time for lunch.

Before we head back to Amsterdam we visit the Royal Delft china factory and flagship store, with plenty of time to buy beautiful souvenirs!

World Heritage Kinderdijk

Our first stop for the day will be at the unique UNESCO world heritage Kinderdijk windmills. A system of windmills and pumps has been draining the water from the polder soil into the river for centuries. Over the years, the systems were improved, combining human wits, technology, and nature to work together to keep our feet dry, already for over 700 years! Admire the 19 original windmills in their stunning historical environment. You can enter a working mill to discover the personal stories of the millers and/or take a cruise for a better view from the water!

Delft

The sights of Delft, with its canals, gables, and towers, are extremely picturesque. The town is a lot smaller than Amsterdam, but just as pretty (and most important: with less tourists). Delft is home of the world-famous Delft Blue pottery and a visit to the factory, where you can see the process of making the beautiful pottery, is included. After that, you will have time to explore the city center on your own or with our experienced guide to tag along, just as you please. See the famous churches and marketplace, home to Vermeer. As it is your day out, we can custom tailor the tour upon your wishes. In Delft there will be time to have lunch as well.

Royal Delft — Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles

We visit the factory and flagship store of the famous royal Delft china. See the painters at work and enough time to buy your precious souvenirs for home!