Super Tulip Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Amsterdam. Embarkation between 1 and 2 pm near Central Station. Cruising to Spaarndam and cycling to Haarlem, 9 mi. (15 km)
Day 2: Haarlem - Keukenhof - Leiden, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 3: Leiden - Kudelstaart, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 4: Visit to flower auction. Cruising to Amsterdam. Cycling to Wormerveer via Zaanse Schans, 28 mi.  (45 km)
Day 5:  Wormerveer - Alkmaar, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 6: Alkmaar - Purmerend, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 7: Purmerend - Amsterdam, 13 or 22 mi. (20 or 35 km)
Day 8: Departure from Amsterdam

*All distances are approximate. The above-planned itinerary is subject to change, even at very short notice,  due to changing wind and weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances having to do with mooring requirements, etc.

Day 1: Arrival in Amsterdam. Embarkation between 12:30 and 1:30 pm near Central Station. Cruising to Spaarndam and cycling to Haarlem, 9 mi. (15 km)
After arrival on board the barge, you can put your luggage away in your cabin and then enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. It is also a good moment to become acquainted with the guide, skipper and crew, and of course your fellow passengers. Please be prompt as the barge sets off for Spaarndam, also known as the village of Hansje Brinker. From here, take an easy ride into the city of Haarlem. This is a lively city with good shopping possibilities. At the same time, there are many interesting 17th-century sights here. Back on board, after the bike ride, the program for the next day and the rest of the week will be explained to you at dinner time. After dinner, which will be the case on most evenings, the tour guide will take you on a walk around the city.

Day 2: Haarlem - Keukenhof - Leiden, 25 mi. (40 km)
Today's tour will take you through the oldest tulip fields in Holland, including a visit to the world-renowned Keukenhof bulb park where you can marvel at the magnificent display of seven million tulips amidst 80 acres of traditional and modern gardening architecture. Your tour includes tickets to the park. In addition to tulips, you can also admire other colorful flowers such as hyacinths and narcissuses. Before and after your visit to Keukenhof, you will ride through endless fields of vibrant flowers, making for a truly spectacular sight. In the afternoon, you will arrive at the historic city of Leiden, famous for its charming courtyards, facades, and historic buildings dating back to the 15th and 18th centuries. Leiden is the birthplace of the renowned painter Rembrandt van Rijn and is also home to the oldest and most prestigious university in the Netherlands, which has been attended by members of the royal family. The city earned the right to found a university after successfully breaking the Spanish siege in 1574, a victory that is still celebrated each year on October 3rd. Your ship will be moored near the Zijlpoort, which was once part of the city walls.

Day 3: Leiden - Kudelstaart, 28 mi. (45 km)
As you depart from Leiden, your tour will take you around the Haarlemmermeer area, a flat and lush landscape dotted with windmills on the horizon. You may stop for lunch on the other side of the bridge in Leimuiderbrug. It's worth noting that this area was once home to the largest lake in Holland and was nicknamed "the waterwolf". Your cycling route will lead you through the green heart of Holland, an idyllic region characterized by small cycle paths, traditional black and white cows, and a considerable amount of water, despite the efforts of Mr. Leeghwater. Your final destination for today's tour is the charming town of Kudelstaart, which is nestled along the banks of the Westeinderplassen.

Day 4: Aalsmeer Flower Auction. Cruising to Amsterdam. Cycling to Zaanse Schans - Wormerveer, 28 mi. (45 km)
As you enjoy breakfast on board, the barge will sail towards Amsterdam. Once you reach the area between Schiphol airport and the city, you'll disembark to continue your tour by bike along the picturesque Amstel River, which will lead you directly into the heart of Amsterdam. You'll hop on a ferry (be sure to look to the left and admire the whale tail-shaped building of the Eye Filmmuseum) to cross the IJ River to the other side, leaving the bustling city behind you as you continue your journey through lush green polders towards the world-famous hamlet of Zaanse Schans. This unique and charming place is home to original houses and windmills from the river Zaan area, where people live and work. Your barge will be moored in Wormerveer, providing a comfortable and convenient place to rest after a day of exploring.

Day 5: Wormerveer - Alkmaar, 28 mi. (45 km)
Starting from Wormerveer, you'll embark on a cycling adventure through the Netherlands' most beautiful dunes. If the weather is pleasant, you might want to take a refreshing swim in the North Sea during your lunch break at the beach. As you ride along the edge between the dunes and the lush green meadows, you'll discover an abundance of flower fields that are even more magnificent than the ones around the Keukenhof, yet far less crowded. Your destination for the day is the charming cheese town of Alkmaar, which boasts a lively atmosphere and a variety of small and large shops. With nearly 400 heritage sites, canals, and a bustling harbor, the town is an ideal place to explore on an evening walk with your tour guide, followed by a relaxing drink at one of the many outdoor terraces.

Day 6: Alkmaar - Purmerend, 28 mi. (45 km)
Today you can discover the origins of Beemster cheese and the birthplace of the man who defeated ‘the waterwolf’. The Beemster Polder, dating from the early 17th century, is an exceptional example of reclaimed land in the Netherlands. It has preserved intact its well-ordered landscape of fields, roads, canals, dikes, and settlements, laid out in accordance with classical and Renaissance planning principles. These unique features earned Beemster a UNESCO world heritage listing.
Around the Schermer and Beemster older, a lot of the original windmills used for pumping out the water are preserved. There will be time to visit the windmills and museum at Schermerhorn and walk around the iconic village de Rijp to see the house where Mr. Leeghwater was born. The day ends at the former market town Purmerend.

Day 7: Purmerend - Amsterdam, 13 or 22 mi. (20 or 35 km)
Purmerend is situated on the outskirts of an area known as ‘Waterland’, where roads and waterways coexist at the same level. The longer and more captivating route leads to the towns of Edam, Volendam, and Monnickendam. If you have enough time, you can even cross the Gouwzee Lake to explore the charming fishing village of Marken, with its distinctive wooden houses. Alternatively, the shorter route takes you through Llpendam and Watergang. There is an extensive network of bicycle paths available for an easy return journey to the city, taking you through some remarkable sites in the center. Once you're back in town, it's time to bid farewell to your bike. Before the farewell dinner, you may want to take a stroll around town. In the evening, you can opt for a canal trip or a guided walking tour through the city center.

Upon reaching Amsterdam, you can reflect on the experience of cycling for seven days through a diverse range of typical Dutch landscapes, towns, and numerous highlights.

Day 8: Departure from Amsterdam
Disembarkation by 10 am.

The Clair de Lune will sail the itinerary in the reverse order to avoid crowding along the route and at mooring locations. 

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