Allure

Name: Allure
Brand: Tripsite
SKU: ts115o1085
Rating: 4.6 (10 reviews)

Comfort Class Barge

Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg

In 1998, the Allure took to the water as a cruise vessel, but after undergoing a rejuvenating restyle, was transformed into a welcoming and cozy passenger barge boasting sleek lines and contemporary design. Since then, the Allure has become a staple for boat and bike tours across the picturesque regions of the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany.

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Overview
Featuring ten plush cabins, each one equipped with either two twins or a double bed and a private bathroom, the Allure is a comfortable and convenient choice for travelers seeking a tranquil retreat on the water. After a day of exploring the stunning surroundings, guests can unwind in the inviting lounge area, or indulge in a scrumptious three-course dinner served nightly in the onboard restaurant.
Overview
Capacity: 22 (max) passengers
Length x Width: 42 x 6 meters
Decks & Cabin Layout
10 Cabins with low beds - 1 cabin with a double bed, 9 cabins with two separate twin beds
In 2 of the cabins, an extra bed can be placed (high) to become triple cabins
All cabins have windows that open
All cabins have 220V outlets
Cabin Amenities
All cabins have private facilities, stocked with soap and shampoo
Hairdryers
Mini safe
No air conditioning
Boat Features & Amenities
Central heating
Air-conditioned corridor
Air-conditioned dining room with a nice sitting area, TV, reading corner, and a small bar
Spacious sundeck at the front and a cozy between-deck which offer relaxing places to sit
Payment accepted on board: cash
Wi-Fi is available on board
No laundry services available on board
Helmets are available
Food and Beverages
Special Diet Requests: Special dietary needs may be subject to a supplement of €50 depending on request
Water on board is drinkable
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Tulip Tour - 8 day
8 days from €1234
4.9 out of 5
Tulip Tour - 8 day
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Easy Bike + Boat Tour in Netherlands
One of our most popular, this bike and boat tour in Holland during tulip season, featuring the north and south provinces, is bursting with colors and scents. When the Dutch spring dawns, millions of…
Koblenz to Merzig
8 days from €1444
4.7 out of 5
Koblenz to Merzig
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Easy Bike + Boat Tour in Germany
This bike and barge tour in Germany loops along the Moselle and Saar Rivers, through quaint German towns, with picturesque half-timbered houses and baroque churches. You will pedal your way through…
Aschaffenburg to Bamberg
8 days from €1395
4.9 out of 5
Aschaffenburg to Bamberg
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Easy–Moderate Bike + Boat Tour in Germany
This bike and boat tour in Germany showcases Northern Bavaria, the heart of old Germany, the ancient kingdom of Franconia. The bike path along the Main River is rated 5-stars by the German Federation…
Amsterdam to Koblenz
8–9 days from €1444
Amsterdam to Koblenz
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Easy Bike + Boat Tour in Germany, Netherlands
This European bike and boat tour features two countries with two distinct histories and cultures, Holland and Germany. In Holland, you visit Amsterdam, the thriving international city but also bike…
Bicycles
City Touring Bicycle
Velo de Ville City 100
Aluminum step-through frame
Adjustable stem
Shimano Nexus 7 speed
Schwalbe Marathon tyre
Roller brakes
Comfort sadle
28" Wheels
Flat pedals
Accessories
Pannier bag that can be detached
Pump & repair kit available
Bicycle rental is included in tour pricing but is optional. Guests are also allowed to bring their own bicycles (discount will apply). However, the crew or tour operators are NOT responsible for any damage, loss, or theft of such. In the Netherlands and Belgium, cyclists are not obligated by law to wear a bike helmet. There are bike helmets available onboard at no charge but please request them when booking.
Electric Bicycle (E-Bike)
Velo de Ville CEB 200
Aluminum step-through frame
Bosch Active Line Mid-Engine
Adjustable stem
Front suspension
Nexus 7 speed
Hydraulic brakes
Comfort sadle
28" Wheels
Schwalbe Marathon tyre
Flat pedals
Accessories
Pannier bag that can be detached
Available for people taller than 155 cm (5'1")
Pump & repair Kit available on board
*NOTE: E-bikes feature a small electrical engine and battery that assist and ease your pedaling but you still have to pedal yourself. While riding an e-bike can greatly contribute to the enjoyment of your trip, it is not intended for untrained cyclists as it is not easy to handle such a bike. The engine and battery make the bike much heavier than a regular bike and it also accelerates faster. Handling it well requires good basic cycling skills and confidence.
Other bikes, such as children's bikes, tandems, tag-alongs, may be available upon request
Reviews
Jean W.
1 year ago
Verified Reviewer
Allure Tulip Tour - 8 day
Netherlands
Great trip. I highly recommend this. What a wonderful week-great group, great staff, great sights, great food. Fantastic tulips!
Melanie H.
1 year ago
Verified Reviewer
Allure Tulip Tour - 8 day
Netherlands
We did some of the biking with the whole group, but mostly we did self-guided biking. The entire group (19 people with the guide) was just too big to bike as one group. Three small groups of riders (with 4, 2, and 2 riders) would usually ride separately from the group and guide, making the main group a reasonable size. The GPS software was excellent, however people needed a unit to attach their cell phone to the bicycle. External batteries and Bluetooth earbuds were also very helpful accessories. The Keukenhof Gardens were a must see on any visit to Amsterdam. Such wonderful colors with thoughtful designs/patterns created by the workers in the gardens. The action packed visit to the Aalsmeer flower auction was an experience that people will not want to miss. The visitation/tour to the family cheese farm in Gouda was both yummy and informative.... very sincere and nice people own this farm. The barge did not have enough biking helmets and only sizes small and medium, so we would Read More
Chris Pavich
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Allure Koblenz to Merzig
Germany
One problem became evident at the time of the one significant incident when one client while riding her bicycle down a sloping gravel road ineptly/incorrectly applied her front brake only, and somersaulted, leading to a serious leg injury. The group problem as far as I am concerned was only the lack of easy communication between the cycle group leader and the last riders in the group. The designated last rider needs a device such as a small UHF transceiver, or where mobile phone coverage is a certainty a tested/checked cellphone link, to be able to immediately alert the leader of any problems behind.
Susan Donnely
8 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Allure Koblenz to Merzig
Germany
The journey was well organized. The crew were fantastic, friendly, obliging and fun. The food was world class delicious and beautifully presented at all times. Our guide was very nice and did her utmost to adapt to the differing expectations of individual riders. We loved that she also took us on evening walks after dinner.
Ivy Higgs
8 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Allure Koblenz to Merzig
Germany
We were a bit late in the season so weather not great. Food brilliant.
Charles Coggins
8 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Allure Koblenz to Merzig
Germany
Excellent staff, excellent food. Very professional.
Dorothy Kenyon
8 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Allure Koblenz to Merzig
Germany
I loved your barge/bike trip!! Would do it again to somewhere else, but I need a travel companion!! Thats the only thing holding me back.
Gregory Robinson
8 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Allure Koblenz to Merzig
Germany
Everything about the Allure and holiday was just amazing,a holiday we won't forget in a long time. The staff just so helpful and nothing was ever a trouble, bikes and our leaders just great. Thank you.
Cheryl New
8 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Allure Koblenz to Merzig
Germany
While I was totally satisfied with everything, I had to ask for a change of sheets after 2 weeks. Our cycling guides tried their best but our 1st had a little communication problem. Our 2nd was great. Overall I would go back tomorrow if I could. The food was great and plenty of it. The crew marvelous. In all a great holiday. Very easy cycling.
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Angela Rayner
8 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Allure Koblenz to Amsterdam
Germany, Netherlands
We had a lady guide, who was very quiet and we had a large group (20) which made her job difficult as the people at the back could not hear her. Some of her instructions were not clear and maybe there should have been an instruction on road usage in Europe eg keep to the right hand side of the road (coming from Australia) . Understanding the various traffic lights was also a bit of an issue as we come from a relatively small country town with NO traffic lights and no cycle paths we had to be extremely careful negotiation some of the busier roads as there were 2 sets of traffic lights to negotiate while crossing the roads. It was a wonderful trip and greatly enjoyed by all. The only thing that marred the experience was an unfortunate accident on the very first day which resulted in a serious leg injury.
Cheryl New
8 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Allure Koblenz to Amsterdam
Germany, Netherlands
Our 1st guide was not quite as good as our 2nd. She wasn't as clear on her instructions as she could have been.
On the barge we had to ask for our sheets to be changed after 2 weeks. Everything else was clean and well run. Ours may have been an oversight. This in no way stopped us from having a great holiday. Loved everything from start to finish. Would love another trip on the same boat.
Dennis Milling
8 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Allure Koblenz to Merzig
Germany
Walked onto the Allure at Koblenz in Sept 2014 and immediately knew that the week ahead would be enjoyable. Skipper Martin's smiling face was ever present and the crew were simply obliging. Our cycle guide was a scream...we lost her regularly as we stopped off for the occasional German ale. It was with heavy heart that I left the Allure in Merzig 7 days later.
FRED
9 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Allure Miltenberg to Koblenz
Germany
Good trip, crew great, not one meal however with a German main dish!
The guide needs to get off the Dutch bias. We were in Germany so we would have liked to see some things from the German point of view not the Dutch "bias" to say it nicely!
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