Old Holland route
Visit the iconic Zaanse Schans or choose the authentic and charming villages off the beaten path.
MeerPlus Local Bus
Discover Old Holland your way
Featured routes
Choose your ideal (day) trip in Amsterdam’s backyard. Discover iconic windmills, fishing villages, local flavors, authentic and picturesque destinations in old Holland. We have put together a route for every explorer.
Local Gems route
Discover the hidden gems of North Holland.
Traditional Dutch Harbour route
Discover the charm of the traditional Dutch harbors around the Markermeer.
Taste of Holland route
Taste the local flavors and culinary traditions.
Nature & Waterland route
Experience the tranquility and beautiful landscape of Waterland.
A smart and enjoyable way to travel
Travel comfortably through old Holland by bus. Get off wherever you like, discover multiple destinations in one day (or over several days), and avoid crowded tours and long queues. This is not an organized tour. You travel independently with the local bus and choose where you get off, how long you stay, and when you continue your journey.
Why travel with us?
Online tickets
Buy directly via your phone.
Travel at your own pace
Get on and off wherever you want.
Composite routes
Along the most beautiful places of the region.
Free guided app
With map and audio tour.
Affordable day trips
See more for less money.
Travel like a local
Skip the crowded tour buses and discover the region like a local.
Where you can go
MeerPlus connects you directly to the highlights of old Holland and beyond:
- Zaanse Schans: An iconic part of the Netherlands with windmills, traditional workshops, and walking paths along the Zaan. Also make use of the Zaanse Schans Express (800), which takes you directly from Amsterdam to the Zaanse Schans.
- Broek in Waterland: A peaceful village by the water with colorful wooden houses, narrow streets, and small bridges just 11 minutes from Amsterdam.
- Volendam: A lively harbor town where fishing boats, terraces, and small streets together create the village’s unique atmosphere.
- Purmerend: An atmospheric city with the cozy Koemarkt, local markets, and a vibrant city center.
- And much more…
There is much more to see and experience along the way.
With the MeerPlus Local Bus, you can easily create your own route and discover the region at your own pace.
Why choose MeerPlus?
Freedom to discover
No fixed and busy schedule. No guide. Just your own planning.
Real places, no tourist traps.
Go beyond the obvious destinations and experience places that feel authentic, not staged.
Easy and flexible travel
With simple online tickets and mapped-out routes, you can travel from place to place without worries.
You travel independently, without the stress of having to figure everything out yourself.
