The main highlights of our excursion included visits to Volendam and Zaanse Schans, both accessible via coach bus. At Volendam we enjoyed the harbour, while Zaanse Schans offered picturesque windmills. Additionally, we enjoyed extra activities such as cheese tasting at a local farm and a visit to the clog museum to witness the art of wooden shoe making at the Zaanse Schans wooden shoe factory. The tour also included a delightful 1-hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise. Throughout the experience, the staff were notably friendly and welcoming, adding to our overall enjoyment.