Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium Bike + Barge Tours
Cycle in Holland & Belgium on this picturesque bike & boat tour
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Overview
From Holland's intriguing capital to Belgium's artistic gem, this bike and boat tour follows meandering rivers and canals from Amsterdam to Bruges.
The Golden Age of the 17th Century was a peaceful and prosperous time in Holland when art and architecture flourished. Belgium too became a major European center for industry and art.
The elaborate and beautiful canal system we now enjoy was designed during this time, lined with the homes of wealthy merchants. Today, flower-filled and enchanting, your bike and boat tour unfolds on these very same canals and on the Amstel and Vecht rivers, showcasing the Dutch and Flemish landscape.
Highlights
- Amsterdam
- Dordrecht and the Grote Kerk (1339)
- Windmills, dikes, and ferries
- Bruges, the birthplace of Flemish art
- Michelangelo's Madonna and Child
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Deluxe Class
Magnifiques
Day 1: Amsterdam - boarding at 2 pm, ship sails Amsterdam-Vianen
Day 2: Vianen - Schoonhoven - Kinderdijk | Kinderdijk - Dordrecht, 19 0r 34 mi. (32 or 56 km)
Day 3: Dordrecht - Willemstad | Willemstad - Bergen op Zoom, 26 or 31 mi. (42 or 50 km)
Day 4: Bergen op Zoom - Kreekrak Lock | Kreekrak Lock - Antwerp, 13 or 21 mi. (21 or 35 km)
Day 5: Antwerp - Temse - St. Amands, 21 or 31 mi. (34 or 49 km)
Day 6: St. Amands - Dendermonde | Dendermonde - Ghent, 32 mi. (52 km)
Day 7: Ghent - Bruges, 13 or 28 mi. (22 or 45 km)
Day 8: Bruges - departure following breakfast, by 9:30 amAll distances are approximate. The itinerary is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances, including, but not limited to weather, last minute mooring changes, and restructuring of locks or bridges.
If two distances are offered, and you choose the shorter route option, some highlights that would be included on the longer option will not be possible.
Day 1: Amsterdam - Vianen
Your crew awaits to welcome you on board at 2 pm. If you would like you can bring your luggage on board at 11 am. Please be prompt as the ship will navigate to Vianen, a small, fortified village on the Lek River. After dinner, you have the opportunity to enjoy a short first test ride through the surrounding area.Day 2: Vianen - Schoonhoven - Kinderdijk | Kinderdijk - Dordrecht, 19 0r 34 mi. (32 or 56 km)
Today you will cycle along a beautiful route to Schoonhoven, also known as the Silver City, renowned for its talented silversmiths since the 17th century. Your cycling route then leads through the Alblasserwaard region, until you reach Kinderdijk, a village famous for its impressive row of 19 large windmills. All 19 windmills have a UNESCO cultural heritage listing and are a definite highlight. From nearby Alblasserdam you will take the “Waterbus”, a fast ferry, that will take you and your bicycle in approx. 10 minutes to Dordrecht, one of the oldest towns in Holland.Day 3: Dordrecht - Willemstad | Willemstad - Bergen op Zoom, 26 or 31 mi. (42 or 50 km)
The ship will navigate to Willemstad, as you enjoy your breakfast. Willemstad is a beautiful old fortified town on the Haringvliet waterway and from here, you cycle to Tholen, once an island in the middle of the large Zeeland streams, where many people fished for their living. Nowadays Tholen is connected to the mainland in various ways. Your route continues to Bergen op Zoom, a historic fortified town that once lay on the open waters of the Oosterschelde. Narrow streets, the old town, market, church squares, and idiosyncratic monumental buildings show the history of a rich and eventful past that goes back more than eight hundred years.Day 4: Bergen op Zoom - Kreekrak Lock | Kreekrak Lock - Antwerp, 13 or 21 mi. (21 or 35 km)
Your biking this morning will feature the beautiful “Wouwse Plantage” surrounding Bergen op Zoom. In the early afternoon you will once again board the ship which will sail to the port city of Antwerp, situated on the river Schelde. Antwerp is famous for handling up to 80% of the world’s rough diamonds and is a city with a long list of attractions including the City Hall, one of several majestic buildings constructed during the Renaissance period, the historical City Square Grote Market, the Onze-Lieve-Vrouwe Cathedral, and the medieval Steen Castle. Dinner tonight (not included) will be in town in a restaurant of your choice (recommendations available onboard).Day 5: Antwerp - Temse - St. Amands, 21 or 31 mi. (34 or 49 km)
This morning you will cycle out of Antwerp along a picturesque section of the Schelde River to St. Amands your day's destination There is only one way to describe the landscape around the Schelde and that is “magnificent”. It is, without a doubt, one of the natural highlights of the tour.Day 6: St. Amands - Dendermonde | Dendermonde - Ghent, 32 mi. (52 km)
You continue to follow the river Schelde to Ghent where the ship will moor for the night at a lock in a suburb of town. Ghent is a lively university city that boasts a rich history. Since Roman times Ghent’s position at the junction of Leie and Schelde Rivers has ensured that it has been a successful trading port. In total, the city features an Opera House, 18 museums, more than 100 churches, and over 400 historical buildings. Major attractions are St. Bavo Cathedral where a number of masterpieces of medieval art including the world-famous ‘Adoration of the Mystic Lamb’ by Jan van Eyck are kept and the 91-meter-tall belfry of Ghent, one of three medieval towers that overlook the old city center.Day 7: Ghent - Bruges, 13 or 28 mi. (22 or 45 km)
Your cycling itinerary leads to Ghent through the beautiful Flemish countryside of western Flanders to Bruges, widely described as the ‘Venice of the North’ and arguably the most beautiful of all the Flemish cities. Bruges attracts more than two million visitors every year who come to see the picturesque medieval town center of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic city and a long list of historic attractions. An outstanding example of a medieval historic settlement, Bruges has managed to maintain its historic fabric as it has evolved over the centuries, with the result that today the city’s original Gothic buildings form an integral part of the town’s identity. While you are here you can visit one of Bruges' many museums or simply take in the stunning beauty and culture of this unforgettable city from the comfort of a sidewalk café. Dinner tonight (not included) will be in town in a restaurant of your choice (recommendations available onboard).Day 8: Bruges
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Premium Class
Sailing Home
Day 1: Arrival in Amsterdam, cruise to Oude Wetering, 6 mi. (10 km)
Day 2: Uithoorn - Gouda, 27 mi. (45 km)
Day 3: Gouda - Alblasserdam, ferry to Dordrecht, 24 mi. (39 km)
Day 4: Dordrecht, - Willemstad | Bruinisse - Zierikzee, 32 mi. (54 km)
Day 5: Zierikzee - Delta Works - Middelburg, 32 mi. (51 km)
Day 6: Middleburg - Ghent (Belgium), 30 mi. (45 km)
Day 7: Ghent - Bruges, 27 mi. (45 km)
Day 8: Bruges, disembark by 10 AM. The boat will be moored near the Bargeweg, approx. 950 meters from train stationAll distances are approximate.
Day 1: Arrival in Amsterdam, cruise to Oude Wetering, 6 mi. (10 km)
The mooring place of the barge in Amsterdam is Oosterdok, (near the Science Center: ‘Nemo’, Oosterdok 2).When you arrive on board the boat, 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. You are expected to arrive at the barge on Saturday by 2 pm at the latest as the barge will begin to cruise at 2:15 pm. It is very important you are on time. The barge can’t wait due the opening hours of bridges and/or locks.
Day 2: Oude Wetering - Gouda, 27 mi. (45 km)
From Oude Wetering you will continue your tour over country roads along river banks and channels through the Green Heart to the city known for its cheese, Gouda! Not only is Gouda famous for cheese, but also its pipes, ‘stroopwafels’ (treacle-waffle), pottery, stained-glass windows, a fairy-like town hall, and atmospheric canals. Gouda is a beautiful Old-Dutch city with a well-preserved city center. After dinner, you can take a walk through the city.Day 3: Gouda - Alblasserdam, ferry to Dordrecht, 24 mi. (39 km)
Today you will cycle along the Dutch IJssel, through the deepest lying polder of the Netherlands Krimpenerwaard, and over narrow cycling paths to the Lek River. Here you will cross the river by ferry to Kinderdijk, a unique village and UNESCO World Heritage site where Holland’s largest number of historical windmills is found. This is where you will take a break and visit the interior of a windmill. After a beautiful tour through the Alblasserwaardpolder, you will arrive to the banks of the river ‘Beneden-Merwede’.Day 4: Dordrecht - Willemstad | Bruinisse - Zierikzee, 32 mi. (54 km)
From Dordrecht, you navigate to the delta area of the Dutch greater rivers. Once a connection existed with the sea due to the many tributaries in this area. After the disastrous flooding in 1953, the Deltaplan was developed and most tidal outlets were closed from the sea by dams. Most parts of Zeeland were, and still are, under sea level!Just before reaching your day's destination of Zierikzee, you will have the opportunity to visit the ‘Watersnoodmuseum’. This museum tells the tragic events of 1953. Zierikzee is a beautiful town and the center of the ‘mussel culture’. The ‘Zeeuwse mosselen’ (blue mussels) are a renowned delicacy.
Day 5: Zierikzee - Delta Works - Middelburg, 32 mi. (51 km)
Your route leads along the Oosterschelde towards the North Sea, crossing the Oosterscheldedam. The enormous locks are built in this embankment and can be closed during storms and high tides protecting the south-west of the Netherlands against the sea. When cycling along the embankment, you will realize that this has been one of the most difficult and costly challenges to protect the country now, and in the future. It is precisely why the Deltaworks are referred to as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World by the American Society of Civil Engineers.Next up, is Middelburg, via the picturesque port town of Veere. Middelburg is the lively principal town of Zeeland with many old houses, churches, and a beautiful town hall.
Day 6: Middleburg - Ghent (Belgium), 30 mi. (45 km)
Today you have to cross the ‘Westerschelde’, the only estuary which isn’t closed by a dam as it is the gateway to the port of Antwerp. A short ferry ride will transfer you from Vlissingen to Breskens in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen (Dutch-Flanders)! You are getting closer to Belgium. On your daily cycle route, you will cross the Dutch – Belgium border back and forth before you finally cross by boat to sail to Ghent.Day 7: Ghent - Bruges, 27 mi. (45 km)
This morning you will cycle through Ghent to the scenic countryside of Oost-Vlaanderen (East-Flanders), characterized by woods, fields, small villages, and castles. The last part of the route is on the former towpath along the canal of Oostende-Gent, the oldest canal in Belgium, all the way to Bruges. The impressive city of Bruges is the final destination of this bike and barge trip. This evening you can enjoy the medieval city of Bruges and many of you are likely to stay another day in this beautiful city.Day 8: Bruges, disembark by 10 am.
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Fluvius
Day 1: Amsterdam | Amsterdam - Vianen
Day 2: Vianen - Schoonhoven - Kinderdijk | Kinderdijk - Dordrecht, 34 mi. (56 km)
Day 3: Dordrecht - Tholen | Tholen - Kreekrak lock | Kreekrak lock - Antwerp, 13 mi or 23 mi. (20 km or 36 km)
Day 4: Antwerp - Temse - Dendermonde, 29 or 39 mi. (48 km or 64 km)
Day 5: Dendermonde - Ghent, 32 mi. (52 km)
Day 6: Ghent - Bruges, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 7: Tour around Bruges to the North Sea, 23 or 31 mi. (38 km or 51 km)
Day 8: BrugesDay 1: Amsterdam | Amsterdam - Vianen
Embarkation and check-in where the crew will welcome you on board at 1 p.m. At around 2 p.m. the ship will leave Amsterdam and sail to Vianen, a small fortified town on the river Lek, where you will spend the night. Here the bicycles will be distributed and you can enjoy a short bicycle ride.Day 2: Vianen - Schoonhoven - Kinderdijk | Kinderdijk - Dordrecht, 34 mi. (56 km)
You will cycle along a beautiful route to Schoonhoven – nicknamed Zilverstad (“Silver City”) – a city renowned for its talented silversmiths since the 17th century. Later in the day as you cycle through the Alblasserwaard region you will reach Kinderdijk, a village famous for its impressive row of 19 large windmills. All 19 windmills have a UNESCO cultural heritage listing and are a definite highlight – you will have the opportunity to visit one so don’t forget to bring your camera! From nearby Alblasserdam you will take the “Waterbus”, a fast ferry, that will take you and your bicycle in approx. 10 minutes to Dordrecht, one of the oldest towns in Holland.Day 3: Dordrecht - Tholen | Tholen - Kreekrak lock | Kreekrak lock - Antwerp, 13 mi or 23 mi. (20 km or 36 km)
During breakfast, the Fluvius will sail to Tholen where you will start your day’s cycling by visiting the “Wouwse Plantage” forest. Another attraction on the day is the impressive Kreekrak lock. After once again meeting up with the Fluvius you will finish your day by sailing to the port city of Antwerp which is situated on the river Schelde. Antwerp is famous for handling up to 80% of the world’s rough diamonds and has many attractions that include: the City Hall, one of several majestic buildings constructed during the Renaissance period, the historical City Square Grote Market, the Onze-Lieve-Vrouwe Cathedral and the medieval Steen Castle. After dinner visit the beautiful old city centre.Day 4: Antwerp - Temse - Dendermonde, 29 or 39 mi. (48 km or 64 km)
The route leads out of Antwerp on a beautiful cycle path along the picturesque tidal Schelde River to Dendermonde, your home for the night. There is only one way to describe the landscape around the Schelde and that is “magnificent”. It is without doubt one of the natural highlights of the tour.Day 5: Dendermonde - Ghent, 32 mi. (52 km)
The itinerary continues to follow the river Schelde to Ghent where the ship will moor for the night at a lock in a suburb of town. Ghent is a lively university city that boasts a rich history. The city’s position at the junction of Leie and Schelde Rivers has meant it to be a major trading port since Roman times. In total, the city features an Opera House, 18 museums, more than 100 churches and over 400 historical buildings. A major attraction is St. Bavo Cathedral where a number of masterpieces of medieval art including the world-famous ‘Adoration of the Mystic Lamb’ by Jan van Eyck are kept.Day 6: Ghent - Bruges, 28 mi. (45 km)
You pedal through the beautiful Flemish countryside of western Flanders around this beautiful city, widely described as the ‘Venice of the North’. The city attracts more than two million visitors every year who come for the ambiance of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center. An outstanding example of a medieval settlement, Bruges has managed to maintain its historic fabric as it has evolved over the centuries, with the result that today the city’s original Gothic constructions form an integral part of the town’s identity. While you are here you can visit one of Bruges' many museums or simply take in the stunning beauty and culture of this unforgettable city from the comfort of a sidewalk café.Day 7: Tour around Bruges to the North Sea, 23 or 31 mi. (38 km or 51 km)
Your final day of cycling takes you along a quiet canal and past beautiful poplar trees through an attractive polder landscape (a polder is a low-lying tract of land enclosed by embankments) dotted with small farmhouses to the North Sea coast. Here if you want you can swim in the sea along an inviting sandy beach, visit any one of numerous cafés and see the attractive dune landscape. On the return ride to Bruges, you will cycle along a small picturesque canal.Day 8: Bruges
End of your tour: Disembarkation after breakfast until 9:30 a.m.Liza Marleen
Day 1: Arrival in Amsterdam, cruise to Oude Wetering, 15 mi. (25 km)
Day 2: Uithoorn - Gouda, 27 mi. (45 km)
Day 3: Gouda - Alblasserdam, ferry to Dordrecht, 24 mi. (39 km)
Day 4: Dordrecht, sailing to Willemstad/Bruinisse and cycling to Zierikzee, 32 mi. (54 km)
Day 5: Zierikzee - Delta Works - Middelburg, 32 or 20 mi. (51 or 32 km)
Day 6: Middleburg - Ghent (Belgium), 30 mi. (45 km)
Day 7: Ghent - Bruges, 27 mi. (45 km)
Day 8: Bruges, disembark by 10 AM. The boat will be moored near the Bargeweg, approx. 950 meters from train stationAll distances are approximate.
Day 1: Arrival in Amsterdam, cruise to Oude Wetering, 15 mi. (25 km)
The mooring place of the barge in Amsterdam is Oosterdok, (near the Science Center: ‘Nemo’, Oosterdok 2).When you arrive on board the boat, 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. You are expected to arrive on our barge on Saturday the latest at 2 PM. The barge needs to leave the mooring place in Amsterdam at 2:15 PM to cruise to Oude Wetering. It is very important you are on time. The barge can’t wait due the opening hours of bridges and/or locks.
Day 2: Oude Wetering - Gouda, 27 mi. (45 km)
From Oude Wetering you will continue your tour over country roads along river banks and channels through the Green Heart to the city known for its cheese, Gouda! Not only is Gouda famous for it's cheese, but also its pipes, ‘stroopwafels’ (treacle-waffle), pottery, stained-glass windows, a fairy-like town hall, and atmospheric canals. Gouda is a beautiful Old-Dutch city with a mostly intact city center. After dinner you can take a walk through the city.Day 3: Gouda - Alblasserdam, ferry to Dordrecht, 24 mi. (39 km)
Today you will cycle along the Dutch IJssel, through the deepest lying polder of the Netherlands Krimpenerwaard and over narrow cycling paths to the river ‘Lek’. Here you will cross the river by ferry to Kinderdijk, a unique and renowned monument where Holland’s largest number of historical windmills is found. From the embankments of the river Lek, you will witness an amazing view of the 19 windmills, which are now listed as a UNESCO’s World Heritage site. This is where you will take a break and visit the interior of a windmill. After a beautiful tour through the Alblasserwaardpolder you will arrive at the banks of the river ‘Beneden-Merwede’.Day 4: Dordrecht, sailing to Willemstad/Bruinisse and cycling to Zierikzee, 32 mi. (54 km)
From Dordrecht we will sail to the Delta area of the Dutch greater rivers during breakfast. Years ago, an open connection existed with the sea due to the many tributaries in this area. After the disastrous flooding in 1953, the Deltaplan was developed and most tidal outlets were closed from the sea by dams. Most parts of Zeeland were, and still are, under sea level and in 1953 the embankments were too weak and too low, causing this area to be at risk for flooding’s once in every 80 years. Now, because of the flood barriers, that chance is reduced to less than once every 4000 years.Just before reaching our destination of today (Zierikzee, on the island of Schouwen-Duivenland) we will visit the ‘Watersnoodmuseum’. This museum tells the tragic events of 1953 and is built in recently renewed caissons, once used for the last closure gap. This was done in November 1953, ten months after the storm surge which broke through more than 300 embankments. Zierikzee is a beautiful town and the centre of the ‘mussel culture’. The ‘Zeeuwse mosselen’ (blue mussels) are a renowned delicacy.
Day 5: Zierikzee - Delta Works - Middelburg, 32 or 20 mi. (51 or 32 km)
This morning you cycle along the Oosterschelde towards the North Sea, to cross the Oosterscheldedam. The enormous locks are built in this embankment and can be closed during storms and high tides protecting the south-west of the Netherlands against the sea. This embankment was one of the last in a series of barriers against the sea. When cycling along the embankment, one will realize why this has been one of the most difficult and costly challenges to protect the country now and in the future and to let seawater into the widespread Delta area. It is precisely why the Deltaworks are referred to as the one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World by the American Society of Civil Engineers.After this dam you will paddle to Middelburg, but not without visiting the picturesque port town of Veere. Middelburg is the lively principal town of Zeeland with many old houses, churches, the beautiful town hall and a pleasant shopping. Also to be found in Middelburg is the Roosevelt Academy, a liberal arts college, located in the former late-gothic town hall on the market of Middelburg.
Day 6: Middleburg - Ghent (Belgium), 30 mi. (45 km)
Today you have to cross the ‘Westerschelde’, the only estuary which isn’t closed by a dam cause it’s the gateway to the port of Antwerp. A short ferry trip brings you from Vlissingen to Breskens in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen (Dutch-Flanders)! We are getting close to Belgium. On your daily cycle route you will cross the Dutch – Belgium border back and forth before you definitely cross the Dutch – Belgium border by boat to sail to Ghent.Day 7: Ghent - Bruges, 27 mi. (45 km)
This morning you will cycle through Ghent to the scenic countryside of Oost-Vlaanderen (East-Flanders). Characteristic for this area are the woods, fields, small villages and castles. From the Aalterbrug (also for the shorter route), the last part of this route takes us over the former tow path along the canal of Oostende-Gent, the oldest canal of Belgium, to Bruges. The impressive city of Bruges is the end destination of this bike and barge trip. This evening you can enjoy the medieval city of Bruges and many of you are likely to stay another day in this beautiful city.Day 8: Bruges, disembark by 10 AM. The boat will be moored near the Bargeweg, approx. 950 meters from train station
Fiep, Zwaantje & Lena Maria
Day 1: Amsterdam - Vianen
Day 2: Vianen - Schoonhoven - Kinderdijk | Kinderdijk - Dordrecht, 19 0r 34 mi. (32 or 56 km)
Day 3: Dordrecht - Willemstad | Willemstad - Bergen op Zoom, 26 or 31 mi. (42 or 50 km)
Day 4: Bergen op Zoom - Kreekrak Lock | Kreekrak Lock - Antwerp, 13 or 21 mi. (21 or 35 km)
Day 5: Antwerp - Temse - St. Amands, 21 or 31 mi. (34 or 49 km)
Day 6: St. Amands - Dendermonde | Dendermonde - Ghent, 32 mi. (52 km)
Day 7: Ghent - Bruges, 13 or 28 mi. (22 or 45 km)
Day 8: BrugesAll distances are approximate. The itinerary is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances, including, but not limited to weather, last-minute mooring changes, and restructuring of locks or bridges.
If two distances are offered, and you choose the shorter route option, some highlights that would be included on the longer option will not be possible.
Day 1: Amsterdam - Vianen
Your crew awaits to welcome you on board at 2 pm. If you would like you can bring your luggage on board at 11 am. Please be prompt as the ship will navigate to Vianen, a small, fortified village on the Lek River. After dinner, you have the opportunity to enjoy a short first test ride through the surrounding area.Day 2: Vianen - Schoonhoven - Kinderdijk | Kinderdijk - Dordrecht, 19 0r 34 mi. (32 or 56 km)
Today you will cycle along a beautiful route to Schoonhoven, also known as the Silver City, renowned for its talented silversmiths since the 17th century. Your cycling route then leads through the Alblasserwaard region, until you reach Kinderdijk, a village famous for its impressive row of 19 large windmills. All 19 windmills have a UNESCO cultural heritage listing and are a definite highlight. From nearby Alblasserdam you will take the “Waterbus”, a fast ferry, that will take you and your bicycle in approx. 10 minutes to Dordrecht, one of the oldest towns in Holland.Day 3: Dordrecht - Willemstad | Willemstad - Bergen op Zoom, 26 or 31 mi. (42 or 50 km)
The ship will navigate to Willemstad, as you enjoy your breakfast. Willemstad is a beautiful old fortified town on the Haringvliet waterway and from here, you cycle to Tholen, once an island in the middle of the large Zeeland streams, where many people fished for their living. Nowadays Tholen is connected to the mainland in various ways. Your route continues to Bergen op Zoom, a historic fortified town that once lay on the open waters of the Oosterschelde. Narrow streets, the old town, market, church squares, and idiosyncratic monumental buildings show the history of a rich and eventful past that goes back more than eight hundred years.Day 4: Bergen op Zoom - Kreekrak Lock | Kreekrak Lock - Antwerp, 13 or 21 mi. (21 or 35 km)
Your biking this morning will feature the beautiful “Wouwse Plantage” surrounding Bergen op Zoom. In the early afternoon you will once again board the ship which will sail to the port city of Antwerp, situated on the river Schelde. Antwerp is famous for handling up to 80% of the world’s rough diamonds and is a city with a long list of attractions including the City Hall, one of several majestic buildings constructed during the Renaissance period, the historical City Square Grote Market, the Onze-Lieve-Vrouwe Cathedral, and the medieval Steen Castle. Dinner tonight (not included) will be in town in a restaurant of your choice (recommendations available onboard).Day 5: Antwerp - Temse - St. Amands, 21 or 31 mi. (34 or 49 km)
This morning you will cycle out of Antwerp along a picturesque section of the Schelde River to St. Amands your day's destination There is only one way to describe the landscape around the Schelde and that is “magnificent”. It is, without a doubt, one of the natural highlights of the tour.Day 6: St. Amands - Dendermonde | Dendermonde - Ghent, 32 mi. (52 km)
You continue to follow the river Schelde to Ghent where the ship will moor for the night at a lock in a suburb of town. Ghent is a lively university city that boasts a rich history. Since Roman times Ghent’s position at the junction of Leie and Schelde Rivers has ensured that it has been a successful trading port. In total, the city features an Opera House, 18 museums, more than 100 churches, and over 400 historical buildings. Major attractions are St. Bavo Cathedral where a number of masterpieces of medieval art including the world-famous ‘Adoration of the Mystic Lamb’ by Jan van Eyck are kept and the 91-meter-tall belfry of Ghent, one of three medieval towers that overlook the old city center.Day 7: Ghent - Bruges, 13 or 28 mi. (22 or 45 km)
Your cycling itinerary leads to Ghent through the beautiful Flemish countryside of western Flanders to Bruges, widely described as the ‘Venice of the North’ and arguably the most beautiful of all the Flemish cities. Bruges attracts more than two million visitors every year who come to see the picturesque medieval town center of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic city and a long list of historic attractions. An outstanding example of a medieval historic settlement, Bruges has managed to maintain its historic fabric as it has evolved over the centuries, with the result that today the city’s original Gothic buildings form an integral part of the town’s identity. While you are here you can visit one of Bruges' many museums or simply take in the stunning beauty and culture of this unforgettable city from the comfort of a sidewalk café. Dinner tonight (not included) will be in town in a restaurant of your choice (recommendations available onboard).Day 8: Bruges
End of your tour. Disembarkation after breakfast by 9:30 am.If you're looking for a different flavor, check out our full list of bike & boat tours or view all our featured trips, specials, and news.
Feniks
Day 1: Amsterdam - Oude Wetering
Day 2: Oude Wetering - Gouda
Day 3: Gouda - Dordrecht
Day 4: Dordrecht - Zierikzee
Day 5: Zierikzee - Middelburg/Vlissingen
Day 6: Middelburg/Vlissingen - Gent
Day 7: Gent - Bruges
Day 8: Bruges, end of tourDay 1: Amsterdam - Oude Wetering
Arrival and try-out of the bikes. Board the boat 12.00 and 14.00 pm, moored near Amsterdam Central Station. Around 2.30 pm we will go to Oude Wetering. You will cruise through Amsterdam to the point where you will try your bikes and ride to the mooring place.Day 2: Oude Wetering - Gouda, 28 mi. (45 km)
Nice ride in the countryside, various landscapes, scenic cycling through bulb fields. You will cycle through the heart of the bulb fields. Exact route for today depends on which bulbs bloom. Today you will visit the Keukenhof, the very centre of the bulb fields, with a
great variety of bulb flowers. You will have your lunch here and after the Keukenhof, you’ll bike along biking paths and narrow roads. There are several options and directions for a nice bike tour. Stopover in Gouda, one of the cheese cities of Holland.Day 3: Gouda - Dordrecht, 25-31 mi. (40-50 km)
A day in the green heart of Holland, following minor roads along winding waterways. In the morning you are cycling along narrow waterways, in the midst of pastures. We moor in Dordrecht, one of the oldest towns in the Netherlands. Walking distance from the centre. A (guided) walk in the evening is not to be missed.Day 4: Dordrecht - Zierikzee, 31 mi. (50 km)
To Zierikzee, across and along rivers From Dordrecht you will be on the Feniks until Willemstad, an old fortified city. From there you will bike in the quiet world of the “polders” along pastures and marshy areas. A few villages, polders, and bridges, and then you will arrive in Zierikzee, an ancient harbor but still in use. Before your arrival, you are on the Dutch “Zeeuwse” Islands and visit Oude Tonge and Bruinisse, both fishing villages. Near the coast, you can find the newly expanded Flood-museum, in a special housing: in 4 former caissons, big floating concrete boxes which were used to fill the gaps in the broken dikes.Day 5: Zierikzee - Middelburg/Vlissingen, 34 mi. (55 km)
Today we go from Zierikzee in Zeeland (which actually means “Sealand”) to either Middelburg, the capital of Zeeland or Vlissingen across the biggest island “Walcheren”. Middelburg is a beautiful old city, Vlissingen (in English known as Flushings) is the entrance port of the Westerschelde, the estuary of the river Schelde and the port of Antwerpen.Day 6: Middelburg/Vlissingen - Gent, 25-28 mi. (40-45 km)
Luctor et Emergo, (I struggle and I will get up) is the motto of the Isles of Zeeland. We’ll leave the land that has struggled so long against the force of the sea. Today we head for the waterway Westerschelde, which is the main estuary connecting the port of Antwerp with the sea. We will leave the isles of Zeeland and cross the Westerschelde to the most southern part of Western Holland, Zeeuws Vlaanderen. But first, you’ll do a nice tour along winding (inner)dykes with trees on top in a very scenic landscape. After crossing the Westerschelde by boat you either cycle or sail to the city of Gent. It had its economic peak later than Bruges. It has a cozy, thriving town centre with squares with interesting buildings, amongst which are the castle ‘Gravensteen’, churches, and St. Baafs cathedral. We will moor in Gent. Of course, an evening walk in town belongs to the possibilities.Day 7: Gent - Bruges, 22-37 mi. (35-60 km)
Two medieval cities: from Gent to Bruges. Today you cycle from one medieval city to another. You can stay aboard the Feniks and start biking from midway or cycle the whole trip. It’s worthwhile to make a visit the town centre before the ride to Bruges if you didn’t have the time for that yesterday. Between the two towns you will cycle on quiet roads in the typical small-scale fields pattern of Flanders with farmhouses and small villages.Day 8: Bruges, end of tour
After breakfast, it is time to say goodbye.Standard Class
Anna Antal & Claire de Lune
Day 1: Arrival in Amsterdam | Amsterdam - Oude Wetering, 6.1 mi. (10 km)
Day 2: Oude Wetering - Gouda, 27 mi. (45 km)
Day 3: Gouda - Alblasserdam | ferry to Dordrecht, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 4: Dordrecht - Willemstad | Bruinisse - Zierikzee, 32 mi. (54 km)
Day 5: Zierikzee - Delta Works - Middelburg, 32 mi. (51 km)
Day 6: Middleburg - Breskens | Breskens - Sas van Gent | Sas van Gent - Ghent (Belgium), 30 mi. (45 km)
Day 7: Ghent - Bruges, 27 mi. (45 km)
Day 8: Bruges, disembark by 10 AM. The boat will be moored near the Bargeweg, approx. 950 meters from the train stationAll distances are approximate.
Day 1: Arrival in Amsterdam | Amsterdam - Oude Wetering, 15 mi. (25 km)
The mooring place of the barge in Amsterdam is Oosterdok, (near the Science Center: ‘Nemo’, Oosterdok 2).Once you arrive onboard the boat, 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. You are expected to arrive at the barge on Saturday at the latest at 2 PM. The barge needs to leave the mooring place in Amsterdam at 2:15 pm to cruise to Oude Wetering. It is very important you are on time. The barge can’t wait due the opening hours of bridges and/or locks.
Day 2: Oude Wetering - Gouda, 27 mi. (45 km)
From Oude Wetering you will continue your tour over country roads along river banks and channels through the Green Heart to the city known for its cheese, Gouda! Not only is Gouda famous for its cheese, but also its pipes, ‘stroopwafels’ (treacle-waffle), pottery, stained-glass windows, a fairy-like town hall, and atmospheric canals. Gouda is a beautiful Old-Dutch city with a mostly intact city center. After dinner, you can take a walk through the city.Day 3: Gouda - Alblasserdam | ferry to Dordrecht, 25 mi. (40 km)
From Gouda, you will cycle over quiet country roads and narrow cycling paths to Dordrecht. You ride past scenic polders and through the deepest lying polder of the Netherlands, Krimpenerwaard. After arriving at the dyke, you cross the Lek River by ferry to Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The windmills at Kinderdijk were still actively used until 1950. These days, a large pumping station is responsible for controlling the water level in the polder. You have the opportunity to visit the interior of a windmill. An impressive piece of centuries-old technique that is still functional today. After a beautiful tour through the Alblasserwaardpolder, you arrive at Alblasserdam. A modern, fast ferry will transport you to Dordrecht, one of the oldest cities of the country, situated at a busy crossing of waterways. Dordrecht is also the birthplace of the independence of the Netherlands where in 1572 the first free State assembly was held.Day 4: Dordrecht - Willemstad | Bruinisse - Zierikzee, 32 mi. (54 km)
From Dordrecht, you navigate to the Delta area of the Dutch greater rivers during breakfast. Years ago, an open connection existed with the sea due to the many tributaries in this area. After the disastrous flooding in 1953, the Delta plan was developed and most tidal outlets were closed from the sea by dams. Most parts of Zeeland were, and still are, under sea level and in 1953 the embankments were too weak and too low, causing this area to be at risk for flooding once every 80 years. Now, because of the flood barriers, that chance is reduced to less than once every 4000 years.Just before reaching the day's destination (Zierikzee, on the island of Schouwen-Duivenland) you visit the ‘Watersnoodmuseum’. This museum tells the tragic events of 1953. Zierikzee is a beautiful town and the center of the ‘mussel culture’. The ‘Zeeuwse mosselen’ (blue mussels) are a renowned delicacy.
Day 5: Zierikzee - Delta Works - Middelburg, 32 mi. (51 km)
This morning you cycle along the Oosterschelde towards the North Sea, to cross the Oosterscheldedam. The enormous locks are built in this embankment and can be closed during storms and high tides protecting the southwest of the Netherlands against the sea. This embankment was one of the last in a series of barriers against the sea. When cycling along the embankment, one will realize why this has been one of the most difficult and costly challenges to protect the country now and in the future and let seawater into the widespread Delta area. It is precisely why the Deltaworks are referred to as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World by the American Society of Civil Engineers.After this dam, you bike to Middelburg via the picturesque port town of Veere. Middelburg is the lively principal town of Zeeland with many old houses, churches, a beautiful town hall, and pleasant shopping. Also to be found in Middelburg is the Roosevelt Academy, a liberal arts college, located in the former late-gothic town hall on the market of Middelburg.
Day 6: Middleburg - Breskens | Breskens - Sas van Gent | Sas van Gent - Ghent (Belgium), 30 mi. (45 km)
Today you have to cross the ‘Westerschelde’, the only estuary which isn’t closed by a dam as it is the gateway to the port of Antwerp. A short ferry trip brings you from Vlissingen to Breskens in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen (Dutch-Flanders)! You are getting close to Belgium. On your daily cycle route, you will cross the Dutch – Belgium border back and forth before you definitely cross the Dutch – Belgium border by boat to sail to Ghent.Day 7: Ghent - Bruges, 27 mi. (45 km)
This morning you will cycle through Ghent to the scenic countryside of Oost-Vlaanderen (East-Flanders), characterized by forests, fields, small villages, and castles. From the Aalterbrug, the last part of this route leads over the former towpath along the canal of Oostende-Gent, the oldest canal of Belgium, to Bruges. The impressive city of Bruges is the end destination of this bike and barge trip. Why not spend another day or two?Day 8: Bruges, disembark by 10 AM. The boat will be moored near the Bargeweg, approx. 950 meters from train station
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Boats & Bikes
Different class boats are available for this tour. Please take a look at the dates, pricing, and detailed Day to Day itinerary of the various vessels.
- Anna Antal
Standard Class Barge
The Anna Antal is the perfect vessel for those seeking an active bike and boat vacation providing comfortable accommodations and all the amenities that the the more luxurious vessels offer; great food, expert tour guides, hospitable crew, and fantastic cycling! Read More
- Clair de Lune
Standard Class Boat
Originally built in 1936 as a freight ship in Belgium, like many of the vessels now used for biking and boating, this vessel was renovated and equipped for a new bike and boat adventure in and around Paris, launching in the spring of 2015. Read More
- Feniks
Comfort Class Boat
This comfortable little vessel is the pride and joy of its captain/owner, Marius. As is true for many of our boats, the Feniks was originally built as a freighter, but then converted into a hotel passenger ship in 1992. Since then, she has undergone several renovations. Wearing her history well, you will find a welcoming atmosphere on board, a crew ready to serve, and great food showcasing local cuisine featuring fresh fruits and vegetables straight from the market to the table. Read More
- Fiep
Comfort Class Barge
The Fiep was converted from a cargo ship into a modern and spacious passenger ship, specifically designed for bike and barge tours in the Netherlands and Belgium. The ship has recently been renovated. There are two decks on board. On the upper deck is a lounge, a spacious seating area, a cozy bar, and a large sundeck. The dining room is located on the lower deck. Read More
- Fluvius
Comfort Class Barge
The MS Fluvius accommodates 44 guests. With a large common area, complete with lounge, bar, & dining area, and a lovely partially covered sundeck, there is enough room on board for everyone to comfortably recreate and relax after your day of cycling. Read More
- Lena Maria
Comfort Class Barge
The barge Lena Maria is a former freight ship rebuilt in 2004 into a comfortable cruise barge. In 2020, owners Eelke and Carlijn renovated the main gathering spaces, bringing a fresh and modern look to the space. They will continue to update this vessel into 2023, the cabins will have air conditioning which will result in the Lena Maria moving up to the premium class. There is a lounge for relaxation with many windows to create an open atmosphere and allows for a nice view while motoring. There… Read More
- Liza Marleen
Comfort Class Barge
The Liza Marleen is a lovely motor passenger barge that was built in 1998 and the cabins were completely renovated in 2016. This "robust" lady is ideally suited for trips on the wider waterways. It has a beautiful salon area and a spacious deck. Read More
- Magnifique II
Deluxe Class Barge
In 2016, we saw the launch of a new premium barge, the Magnifique II, to wonderful reviews. The ship boasts a classical style with an emphasis on superior comfort. This ship has earned the deluxe designation! Read More
- Magnifique III
Deluxe Class Barge
Following the success of her sister ships, Princesse Royal and the Magnifique II, Magnifique lll was launched in 2018, adding to her owner/captain's portfolio of designing and constructing deluxe ships. The partially covered sundeck with sun loungers and a hot tub provide is the perfect spot for relaxation. The tastefully decorated lounge with large panoramic windows, located on the upper deck is wonderfully inviting and the combined light-filled restaurant, bar, and lounge adds to the ambience. Read More
- Magnifique IV
Deluxe Class Barge
Following the overwhelming success of the premium barges Princesse Royal, Magnifique II (2016), and Magnifique III (2018), we are proud to now offer a new addition, the Magnifique IV. Read More
- Sailing Home
Premium Class Boat
Constructed in 2001, the Sailing Home was designed specifically for bike and boat vacations. Read More
- Wending
Standard Class Barge
The Wending is a former freight barge that was converted into a passenger motor barge in the early nineties and faithfully maintained since. The barge has a spacious salon equipped with a television and music installation. It is a great place to relax after a fulfilling day of cycling. Read More
- Zwaantje
Comfort Class Barge
The MPS Zwaantje, which means "Little Swan", is a wonderful comfort class barge. The boat has 10 cabins with twin beds and 2 cabins with double beds. A large common room with heating, air conditioning, large panoramic windows, a restaurant area, lounge corner, and a small bar are on the upper deck. Read More
Inclusions
What’s Included
Magnifiques, Zwaantje, Fiep & Lena Maria
- Accommodation for 7 nights in a climate-controlled cabin
- Breakfast, packed lunches, & 6 three-course dinners
- Welcome drink & tour presentation on the first evening
- Complimentary coffee & tea onboard
- Light daily cleaning of cabins
- Fully guided cycling itinerary (Two tour leaders/two groups)
- Detailed maps & tourist information (one set per cabin)
- Fees for ferries
- Entrance to Red Star Line Museum in Antwerp
- Canal trip through Ghent
- GPS tracks via Ride With GPS app
- Free WiFi in the common areas (steel construction of ship affects speed)
- City touring bike rental, pannier, water bottle, & helmet
- Magnifiques: 7 speed unisex, most with handbrakes, 28 inch wheels, frame lock. Bike protection included.
- Zwaantje: 21 speed unisex, handbrakes, 28 inch wheels, frame lock. Bike protection included
- Lena Maria:7 speed unisex, most with handbrakes, 28-inch wheels, frame lock. Bike protection included
- Carbon offset payment through the non-profit organization Justdiggit
- Accommodation for 7 nights
- Climate-controlled cabin (Fluvius)
- Breakfast, packed lunches, & 6 three-course dinners
- Welcome drink & tour presentation on the first evening
- Complimentary coffee & tea
- Tour leader is available for assistance during the cycling itinerary. Guests cycle self-guided. Fully guided option available with a supplement. See pricing
- Light daily cleaning of cabins
- Detailed maps & tourist information (one set per cabin)
- 7-speed hybrid unisex touring bike rental (Bikkel) with hand brakes, pannier, pump, repair kit, & water bottle
- GPS tracks via Ride With GPS app
- Fees for ferries
- Helmets on request. Surcharge applies
- Wi-Fi (steel construction of ship affects speed and there may be a supplement for usage)
- Carbon offset payment through the non-profit organization Justdiggit
- Accommodations for 7 nights
- 7 breakfasts, 6 packed picnic lunches, & 7 three-course dinners
- Coffee & tea on board
- Tour guide, cycles with group
- 24 gear city touring bicycle with higher handlebars and more upright riding position with pannier bag, lock, & water bottle
- Helmets
- Minimum of three city walks with tour guide
- 1 x roadbook per cabin
- Ferry fares en route
- WiFi, limited, available in the lounge & on deck (steel construction of ship affects speed)
- GPS tracks on request
- Accommodations for 7 nights
- 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, & 6 three-course dinners
- Coffee, tea, & biscuits
- Afternoon snacks
- Daily cabin cleaning
- Laundry service (clothes are returned clean but not dry. Clothes can be hung mid ship)
- 24-speed city touring bike with rear pannier, water cage & bottle, & frame lock
- Helmets available
- Tour guide
- Wifi: Signal speed & strength vary. If you are dependent on a constant, strong, fast, and reliable signal at all times, please consider a personal hot spot. See our FAQ page.
Fluvius
Clair de Lune, Wending, Liza Marleen & Sailing Home
Feniks
What’s Not Included
Magnifiques, Zwaantje, Fiep & Lena Maria
- Dinner in Antwerp or Bruges
- Entrance fees & excursions not mentioned under inclusions
- Beverages (incl. alcohol), available onboard
- Gratuities (at your discretion)
- Dietary requirements on request/surcharge may apply
- Travel Insurance
- Dinner in Antwerp
- Cycling guide
- Entrance fees & excursions not mentioned under inclusions
- Beverages (incl. alcohol), available onboard
- Helmets, available for a surcharge, see pricing & please reserve at the time of booking
- Gratuities (at your discretion)
- Dietary requirements on request/surcharge may apply
- Bike protection
- Travel Insurance
- Dinner in Antwerp
- Entrance fees & excursions
- Fees for ferries (approx. €5) & Waterbus (approx. €4)
- Beverages (incl. alcohol), available onboard
- Gratuities (at your discretion)
- Dietary requirements on request/surcharge may apply
- Travel Insurance
- Beverages (incl. alcohol), available onboard
- Meals not mentioned
- Museum entrance fees & other excursions not mentioned above
- Gratuities (at your discretion)
- Dietary requirements on request/surcharge may apply
- Limited WiFi, more than 100 MB there is a surcharge
- Bicycle protection
- Travel Insurance
Fluvius
Zwaantje
Clair de Lune, Wending, Liza Marleen, Sailing Home, & Feniks
Dates & Pricing
2023
Magnifique II
Thursday departures
Season A: May 4, June 1, June 15, September 7, & September 21, 2023
Season B: July 13, July 27, August 10, August 24, & October 5, 2023Season A Season B Twin $ 2611 £ 1508 $ 2,491 € 1684 ₪ 6424 NZ$ 2877 NOK 18469 kr 19250 $ 1,867 $ 2518 £ 1455 $ 2,402 € 1624 ₪ 6195 NZ$ 2775 NOK 17811 kr 18564 $ 1,801 Premium twin $ 2921 £ 1687 $ 2,786 € 1884 ₪ 7187 NZ$ 3219 NOK 20662 kr 21536 $ 2,089 $ 2828 £ 1634 $ 2,698 € 1824 ₪ 6958 NZ$ 3117 NOK 20004 kr 20850 $ 2,023 Upper deck suite $ 3464 £ 2001 $ 3,304 € 2234 ₪ 8522 NZ$ 3817 NOK 24501 kr 25537 $ 2,477 $ 3371 £ 1947 $ 3,215 € 2174 ₪ 8294 NZ$ 3715 NOK 23843 kr 24851 $ 2,411 Twin/single-use (limited availability) $ 3765 £ 2175 $ 3,592 € 2429 ₪ 9264 NZ$ 4149 NOK 26634 kr 27761 $ 2,693 $ 3626 £ 2094 $ 3,459 € 2339 ₪ 8921 NZ$ 3996 NOK 25647 kr 26732 $ 2,593 Magnifique III
Tuesday departures
Season A: May 2, May 16, May 30, June 13, & June 27, 2023
Season B: July 11, July 25, & August 8, 2023Season A Season B Twin $ 2611 £ 1508 $ 2,491 € 1684 ₪ 6424 NZ$ 2877 NOK 18469 kr 19250 $ 1,867 $ 2518 £ 1455 $ 2,402 € 1624 ₪ 6195 NZ$ 2775 NOK 17811 kr 18564 $ 1,801 Upper deck suite $ 3464 £ 2001 $ 3,304 € 2234 ₪ 8522 NZ$ 3817 NOK 24501 kr 25537 $ 2,477 $ 3371 £ 1947 $ 3,215 € 2174 ₪ 8294 NZ$ 3715 NOK 23843 kr 24851 $ 2,411 Single $ 3309 £ 1911 $ 3,156 € 2134 ₪ 8141 NZ$ 3646 NOK 23404 kr 24394 $ 2,366 $ 3200 £ 1849 $ 3,053 € 2064 ₪ 7874 NZ$ 3527 NOK 22636 kr 23594 $ 2,289 Twin/single-use (limited availability) $ 3765 £ 2175 $ 3,592 € 2429 ₪ 9264 NZ$ 4149 NOK 26634 kr 27761 $ 2,693 $ 3626 £ 2094 $ 3,459 € 2339 ₪ 8921 NZ$ 3996 NOK 25647 kr 26732 $ 2,593 Magnifique IV
Thursday departures
Season A: April 27, May 25, June 8, June 22, August 31, September 14, & September 28, 2023
Season B: July 6, July 20, August 3, August 17, & October 5, 2023Season A Season B Twin $ 2611 £ 1508 $ 2,491 € 1684 ₪ 6424 NZ$ 2877 NOK 18469 kr 19250 $ 1,867 $ 2518 £ 1455 $ 2,402 € 1624 ₪ 6195 NZ$ 2775 NOK 17811 kr 18564 $ 1,801 Upper deck suite $ 3464 £ 2001 $ 3,304 € 2234 ₪ 8522 NZ$ 3817 NOK 24501 kr 25537 $ 2,477 $ 3371 £ 1947 $ 3,215 € 2174 ₪ 8294 NZ$ 3715 NOK 23843 kr 24851 $ 2,411 Twin/single-use (very limited) $ 3812 £ 2202 $ 3,636 € 2459 ₪ 9379 NZ$ 4201 NOK 26963 kr 28104 $ 2,726 $ 3626 £ 2094 $ 3,459 € 2339 ₪ 8921 NZ$ 3996 NOK 25647 kr 26732 $ 2,593 Extra Options
Electric bike: $ 186 £ 107 $ 177 € 120 ₪ 458 NZ$ 205 NOK 1316 kr 1372 $ 133 Gluten-free or dairy-free diets: Supplement will apply, please ask
Please Note
- Rates are based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
2023
Sailing Home
Saturday Departures
Low season: July 8, July 22, August 5, & October 14, 2023
Standard season: May 13, May 27, June 10, June 24, August 19, September 2, & September 30, 2023
High season: September 16, 2023Low season Standard season High season Twin $ 2147 £ 1240 $ 2,048 € 1385 ₪ 5284 NZ$ 2366 NOK 15190 kr 15832 $ 1,536 $ 2364 £ 1366 $ 2,255 € 1525 ₪ 5818 NZ$ 2606 NOK 16725 kr 17433 $ 1,691 $ 2574 £ 1487 $ 2,455 € 1660 ₪ 6333 NZ$ 2836 NOK 18206 kr 18976 $ 1,841 Twin /single-use $ 3008 £ 1738 $ 2,869 € 1940 ₪ 7401 NZ$ 3315 NOK 21276 kr 22177 $ 2,151 $ 3326 £ 1921 $ 3,172 € 2145 ₪ 8183 NZ$ 3665 NOK 23525 kr 24520 $ 2,379 $ 3613 £ 2087 $ 3,446 € 2330 ₪ 8889 NZ$ 3981 NOK 25554 kr 26635 $ 2,584 Extra Options
Sailing Home
Electric bike: $ 147 £ 85 $ 141 € 95 ₪ 362 NZ$ 162 NOK 1042 kr 1086 $ 105 Gluten-Free, Lactose-Free, or Vegan Diet: $ 116 £ 67 $ 111 € 75 ₪ 286 NZ$ 128 NOK 823 kr 857 $ 83 Children's discounts are available, as well as child's bikes, tag-along bikes with helmets, bike seats with helmets, & bike trailers.
Please Note
- Rates are based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
2023
Feniks
Saturday departure
May 6, 2023Cabin type
Luxury twin cabin $ 2434 £ 1406 $ 2,322 € 1570 ₪ 5989 NZ$ 2683 NOK 17218 kr 17947 $ 1,741 Regular twin cabin $ 2085 £ 1205 $ 1,989 € 1345 ₪ 5131 NZ$ 2298 NOK 14751 kr 15375 $ 1,491 Single cabin $ 2496 £ 1442 $ 2,381 € 1610 ₪ 6142 NZ$ 2751 NOK 17657 kr 18404 $ 1,785 Bunk bed cabin for twin use $ 1775 £ 1026 $ 1,693 € 1145 ₪ 4368 NZ$ 1956 NOK 12557 kr 13089 $ 1,270 Fiep
Saturday departure
June 24, 2023Twin
$ 2363 £ 1365 $ 2,254 € 1524 ₪ 5814 NZ$ 2604 NOK 16714 kr 17421 $ 1,690 Twin/single-use
$ 3393 £ 1960 $ 3,237 € 2189 ₪ 8349 NZ$ 3739 NOK 24002 kr 25017 $ 2,427 Fluvius
Sunday Departures
April 16, April 30, May 14, May 28, June 11, June 25, July 9, July 23, August 6, August 20, September 3, & September 17, 2023April 16 April 30 - Sept. 17 Lower Deck | Small Twin $ 1789 £ 1034 $ 1,707 € 1154 ₪ 4402 NZ$ 1972 NOK 12656 kr 13192 $ 1,280 $ 1867 £ 1078 $ 1,781 € 1204 ₪ 4593 NZ$ 2057 NOK 13204 kr 13763 $ 1,335 Lower Deck | Standard Twin $ 1867 £ 1078 $ 1,781 € 1204 ₪ 4593 NZ$ 2057 NOK 13204 kr 13763 $ 1,335 $ 1944 £ 1123 $ 1,855 € 1254 ₪ 4784 NZ$ 2143 NOK 13753 kr 14335 $ 1,391 Upper Deck | Standard Twin $ 2177 £ 1257 $ 2,076 € 1404 ₪ 5356 NZ$ 2399 NOK 15398 kr 16049 $ 1,557 $ 2254 £ 1302 $ 2,150 € 1454 ₪ 5547 NZ$ 2484 NOK 15946 kr 16621 $ 1,612 Upper Deck | Double Bed $ 2487 £ 1437 $ 2,372 € 1604 ₪ 6119 NZ$ 2741 NOK 17591 kr 18336 $ 1,779 $ 2564 £ 1481 $ 2,446 € 1654 ₪ 6310 NZ$ 2826 NOK 18140 kr 18907 $ 1,834 Lower Deck | Single-Use $ 2711 £ 1566 $ 2,586 € 1749 ₪ 6670 NZ$ 2988 NOK 19176 kr 19987 $ 1,939 $ 2829 £ 1634 $ 2,698 € 1825 ₪ 6960 NZ$ 3117 NOK 20010 kr 20856 $ 2,023 Lena Maria
Saturday Departures
May 27 & September 2, 2023Twin
$ 2363 £ 1365 $ 2,254 € 1524 ₪ 5814 NZ$ 2604 NOK 16714 kr 17421 $ 1,690 Twin/single-use
$ 3393 £ 1960 $ 3,237 € 2189 ₪ 8349 NZ$ 3739 NOK 24002 kr 25017 $ 2,427 Liza Marleen
Saturday departure
High season: September 23, 2023High season Twin $ 2465 £ 1424 $ 2,352 € 1590 ₪ 6066 NZ$ 2717 NOK 17438 kr 18176 $ 1,763 Twin/single-use $ 3473 £ 2006 $ 3,313 € 2240 ₪ 8545 NZ$ 3827 NOK 24566 kr 25606 $ 2,484 Superior twin (15 m2) $ 2853 £ 1648 $ 2,721 € 1840 ₪ 7019 NZ$ 3144 NOK 20180 kr 21033 $ 2,040 Superior(15 m2)/triple-use $ 2279 £ 1317 $ 2,174 € 1470 ₪ 5608 NZ$ 2512 NOK 16122 kr 16804 $ 1,630 Zwaantje
Saturday departure
May 6, 2023Twin $ 2363 £ 1365 $ 2,254 € 1524 ₪ 5814 NZ$ 2604 NOK 16714 kr 17421 $ 1,690 Twin/single-use $ 3393 £ 1960 $ 3,237 € 2189 ₪ 8349 NZ$ 3739 NOK 24002 kr 25017 $ 2,427 Extra Options
Feniks
Electric bike: $ 124 £ 72 $ 118 € 80 ₪ 305 NZ$ 137 NOK 877 kr 914 $ 89
Fluvius
Electric bike rental: $ 163 £ 94 $ 155 € 105 ₪ 401 NZ$ 179 NOK 1152 kr 1200 $ 116 Helmet rental (please reserve at time of booking): $ 16 £ 9 $ 15 € 10 ₪ 38 NZ$ 17 NOK 110 kr 114 $ 11 Fully guided option: $ 109 £ 63 $ 104 € 70 ₪ 267 NZ$ 120 NOK 768 kr 800 $ 78
Lena Maria
Electric bike rental: $ 186 £ 107 $ 177 € 120 ₪ 458 NZ$ 205 NOK 1316 kr 1372 $ 133
Liza Marleen
Electric bike: $ 147 £ 85 $ 141 € 95 ₪ 362 NZ$ 162 NOK 1042 kr 1086 $ 105 Gluten-Free, Lactose-Free, or Vegan Diet: $ 116 £ 67 $ 111 € 75 ₪ 286 NZ$ 128 NOK 823 kr 857 $ 83 Children's discounts are available
Tag-Along Bike with helmet (ages 5-9), bike Seat with helmet (age 11 mos-5 yrs), bike trailer, and child's 21-speed bike with helmet (ages 9+) are available for rental. Ask us for pricing.Zwaantje
Electric bike: $ 186 £ 107 $ 177 € 120 ₪ 458 NZ$ 205 NOK 1316 kr 1372 $ 133
Please Note
- Rates are based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
2023
Anna Antal
Saturday Departures
Low: July 15, July 29, & August 12, 2023
Standard: May 20, June 3, June 17, & August 26, 2023
High: September 9 & September 23, 2023Low season Standard season High season Twin $ 1923 £ 1111 $ 1,834 € 1240 ₪ 4730 NZ$ 2119 NOK 13599 kr 14175 $ 1,375 $ 2109 £ 1218 $ 2,011 € 1360 ₪ 5188 NZ$ 2324 NOK 14915 kr 15546 $ 1,508 $ 2287 £ 1321 $ 2,182 € 1475 ₪ 5627 NZ$ 2520 NOK 16177 kr 16861 $ 1,636 Bunk bed $ 1659 £ 958 $ 1,583 € 1070 ₪ 4082 NZ$ 1828 NOK 11735 kr 12231 $ 1,187 $ 1814 £ 1048 $ 1,730 € 1170 ₪ 4463 NZ$ 1999 NOK 12832 kr 13374 $ 1,297 $ 1969 £ 1137 $ 1,878 € 1270 ₪ 4845 NZ$ 2170 NOK 13928 kr 14518 $ 1,408 Bunk bed/single-use $ 2047 £ 1182 $ 1,952 € 1320 ₪ 5036 NZ$ 2255 NOK 14477 kr 15089 $ 1,464 $ 2256 £ 1303 $ 2,152 € 1455 ₪ 5551 NZ$ 2486 NOK 15957 kr 16632 $ 1,613 $ 2457 £ 1420 $ 2,344 € 1585 ₪ 6047 NZ$ 2708 NOK 17383 kr 18118 $ 1,758 Claire De Lune
Saturday Departure
May 6, 2023Double $ 2101 £ 1214 $ 2,004 € 1355 ₪ 5169 NZ$ 2315 NOK 14861 kr 15489 $ 1,503 Split level bed $ 2101 £ 1214 $ 2,004 € 1355 ₪ 5169 NZ$ 2315 NOK 14861 kr 15489 $ 1,503 Single $ 2209 £ 1276 $ 2,108 € 1425 ₪ 5436 NZ$ 2435 NOK 15628 kr 16289 $ 1,580 Extra Options
Anna Antal & Claire de Lune
Electric bike: $ 147 £ 85 $ 141 € 95 ₪ 362 NZ$ 162 NOK 1042 kr 1086 $ 105 Gluten-Free, Lactose-Free, or Vegan Diet: $ 116 £ 67 $ 111 € 75 ₪ 286 NZ$ 128 NOK 823 kr 857 $ 83 Children's discounts are available as well Tag-Along bike with helmet (ages 5-9), bike seat with helmet (age 11 mos-5 yrs), bike trailer, & youth 21-speed bike with helmet (ages 9 +)
Please Note
- Rates are based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy
This is classified as an easy guided tour. The region covered is predominantly flat with some rolling hills further south. Average daily distances of about 34 miles over well-maintained asphalt bike paths with little traffic.
Airport Info
Fly into and out of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) or fly to Amsterdam and out of Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU). You can depart from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or return to Brussels at the end of the tour.
Local Travel
You will have just a short train ride from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Amsterdam Central train station. From here, many boats are actually moored within walking distance, or just a short taxi ride away. From Bruges, the train to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport takes approx. 3¼ hr and costs approximately ± €48.
Climate
Please check local conditions before travel. There are many good websites to use to research regional weather including average high/low temperatures, average rainfall, and more weather-related facts. The climate in Holland is considered maritime, greatly affected by the sea. Belgium as well is influenced by the North Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, with cool summers and moderate winters. Please see below for monthly weather averages.
Day of Rest
You can always stay on board ship and sail to the next stop.
Recommended
Even though Wifi may be included on your specific boat, or even if it is available with a surcharge, the strength and speed may not be what you are accustomed to. Due to the steel construction of the ships and barges, signal strength and speed can be affected. If you are dependent on high speed internet while you travel, we suggest that you rent a reliable personal hot spot
Remarks
On all the Magnifiques, as well as the Zwaantje, Fluvius, and Lena Maria you will be provided with information regarding the Ride with GPS (RWGPS) app which provides a way to download tour maps and daily routes to your smartphone for free. The app provides you with clear GPS tracks with voice navigation, which can be used offline. You will receive detailed instructions in your final travel information. Be sure to download the app and upload the tour information before your arrival!
Important to know
Travel Documents
Before you travel, please check the passport and visa requirements of the country/countries you plan to visit. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have proper identification. For US citizens, the U.S. Passports & International Travel website is a good source of information. The Country Information tab provides details about passport validity, blank passport pages required, etc.
*Important note: Please check on the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.
Travel During Corona
The operator and crew of these vessels follow all possible safety measures onboard by observing all mandated guidelines. It is the responsibility of each traveler to stay correctly and completely informed regarding country mandates as well as your chosen vessel's requirements.
Covid-19 Info
Country Entry Requirements
Due to the changing requirements for entry, it is imperative that you stay up to date on requirements set by the country/countries that you are visiting. Please visit our Travel Restrictions Tool page and the country/countries government webpage for this information.
Extra Stay
Be sure to set aside some time in Amsterdam to visit the world-renowned museums such as the Rijksmuseum and the Anne Frank House, and in Bruges to visit the Groeninge Museum which includes paintings by Jan van Eyck, Hans Memling, Rogier van der Weyden, and others. May we suggest Booking.com for researching and reserving your extra nights? You can read a detailed description of hotels, a clear listing of amenities, and see customer reviews and ratings.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Cycletours, Eurosail, Boat Bike Tours, SE Tours.
We value the strong relationship we have with our local partners and the services we provide.
We are not a broker.
We do not inflate tour prices.
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