Bruges to Amsterdam
Belgium, Netherlands Bike + Barge Tours
Bike & Boat on one of Europe’s classic bike routes through Belgium & Holland
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Overview
A bike and barge tour beginning in Bruges and ending in Amsterdam showcases the best of both Belgium and Holland. The motto in Bruges is ‘feel the past under your feet’. The city’s crisscrossing canals and cobblestone streets have seen many seafaring traders since the 9th century and retains a lively and invigorating atmosphere reminiscent of one of Jan van Eyck's 15th-century masterpieces.
Leaving Bruges, you will cycle over streams and quiet country roads through a tranquil Flemish landscape.
Entering Holland, your cycling itinerary will lead to the quaint villages of Goes in central Zeeland and the seaside town of Willemstad.
Your bike and boat tour will end in Amsterdam and impressively so. With over 6800 historical buildings and an endless array of canals and bridges, Amsterdam is truly a sight to see (along with Rembrandt's famous Nightwatch on display in the Rijksmuseum).
Highlights
- Belgium and the Flemish's tranquil landscape
- The cycling paradise of Holland
- The international hot spot of Amsterdam
- Northern Renaissance architecture
- Medieval Cathedrals
- Markt Square with the 272 belfries of the Belfort
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Itinerary
Each boat has a slightly different itinerary. If you do not see your boat listed below, we will be happy to send you the specific itinerary.
All 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.
Please be sure to check which day your tour begins on!
Magnifiques (Fleur and Zwaantje itineraries vary slightly)
Day 1: Arrival in Bruges, 9 mi. (15 km) | Bruges - Ghent
Day 2: Ghent - Dendermonde/St. Amands, 24 or 32 mi. (40 or 53 km)
Day 3: St. Amands - Temse - Antwerp, 19 or 31 mi. (32 or 49 km)
Day 4: Antwerp
Day 5: Antwerp - Kreekrak locks | Kreekrak locks - Tholen | Tholen - Willemstad - Dordrecht, 13 or 23 mi. (20 or 36 km)
Day 6: Dordrecht - Kinderdijk | Kinderdijk – Schoonhoven – Vianen, 19 or 36 mi. (32 or 57 km)
Day 7: Vianen – Breukelen | Breukelen – Amsterdam, 23 or 28 mi. (36 or 46 km)
Day 8: AmsterdamDay 1: Arrival in Bruges,
Embarkation time in Bruges is between 1.00 p.m. and 1.30 p.m in the harbor at Bruges. After a welcome meeting with the crew at 1.30 p.m., the ship departs at 2.00 p.m. from Bruges to a suburb where there is time for bicycle fitting and a short test-ride through the countryside around Bruges. During dinner the barge sails into Ghent, a lively university city, again, one with a rich past. The city has its origins in Roman Times, at the place where the rivers Leie and Schelde converge. This favorable situation brought a great deal of prosperity over the years, which had its peak late 13th, early 14th century. The textile industry brought great wealth. In the city center, many old patrician houses have been preserved. In the Clothmakers’ Hall (1425) textile merchants used to meet. The major church is St. Baafs’ Cathedral, built throughout various ages and in various styles. In the cathedral, you can admire a number of masterpieces of medieval painting, of which the ‘Adoration of the Lamb’ by Jan van Eyck is the most famous.We advise you to come to Bruges one or more days earlier, so that you will have plenty of time to discover this UNESCO World Heritage-listed historical city, aptly named the “Pearl of Flanders”. While you are there make sure you 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 2: Ghent - Dendermonde - St. Amands, 24 or 32 mi. (40 or 53 km)
In the morning you will spend some time in Ghent and later, you will cycle downstream through a diverse landscape along the tidal Schelde River to Dendermonde located at the confluence of Dender and Schelde rivers. There is only one way to describe the landscape along the Schelde and that is “magnificent”. It is, without doubt, one of the natural highlights of the tour. During this section of the Schelde the speed of the ship will be determined by the height of the tide. You will travel from Dendermonde to St. Amands by either bicycle or barge depending on the tides. Your floating hotel will be docked for the night in St. Amands.Day 3: St. Amands - Temse - Antwerp, 19 or 31 mi. (32 or 49 km)
The route today leads along the Schelde River further downstream through the Temse region to Antwerp. Over the centuries the Schelde river has held strategic importance for the Romans, Vikings, Spanish, and Napoleon… Today it is a beautiful waterway just perfect for bike and barge holidays! Antwerp, your destination for the day, is a harbor city famous for handling up to 80% of the world’s rough diamonds and as the birthplace of the famous painter Sir Peter Paul Rubens. There are many highlights in the city to discover 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.Day 4: Antwerp
Today your ship stays in Antwerp. This means you will have an entire day to discover this city of culture, cobblestones, and Flemish Baroque masterpieces. You can visit the Rubens House, the palazzo where the brilliant and versatile artist lived with his family. You will find some of his paintings to admire just a ten-minute walk away in the “Onze Lieve Vrouwe (Our Dear Lady) Cathedral.” Other ideas for spending a pleasant afternoon here are to visit the famous beer brewery of ‘de Koninck’ for a tour and tasting, explore the fascinating Museum on the Scheldt River (MAS — Museum aan de Stroom) or go shopping in Antwerp’s welcoming shopping area. Dinner tonight is not included as you have the chance to dine at a restaurant of your choosing. If needed, your crew can provide restaurant recommendations.Day 5: Antwerp - Kreekrak locks | Kreekrak locks - Tholen | Tholen - Willemstad - Dordrecht, 13 or 23 mi. (20 or 36 km)
This morning, the ship will sail along the Schelde-Rhine Canal and over the huge Kreekrak lock system. Here your bicycle tour starts through the beautiful “Wouwse Plantage” forest to Tholen, Tholen once was 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. But it is still a picturesque village with many relics of an eventful past. From Tholen, you will join the ship again for a nice afternoon sail to the city of Dordrecht. Halfway the ship will pass the impressive Volkerak lock system.
Dordrecht, one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands is your destination for the day. The guide will take you for an evening walk and tell you about the history of the Netherlands.
Day 6: Dordrecht - Kinderdijk | Kinderdijk – Schoonhoven – Vianen, 19 or 36 mi. (32 or 57 km)
Today you will start your tour with the “Waterbus”, a fast ferry that will take you and your bike in just 10 minutes to Alblasserdam. After just a few minutes of cycling, you will reach Kinderdijk, a village famous for its impressive row of 19 UNESCO cultural heritage-listed windmills – one of which you can visit (don’t forget your camera!). The windmills were constructed in the 18th century to pump water out of the low Alblasserwaard polder (a polder is a low-lying tract of land enclosed by embankments). You will then continue to cycle via Schoonhoven to Vianen, a small fortified town on the river Lek (where you will be moored for the evening and where you can explore at your leisure after dinner).Day 7: Vianen – Breukelen | Breukelen – Amsterdam, 23 or 28 mi. (36 or 46 km)
During breakfast, your barge will cruise to Breukelen where you disembark to start your final day of cycling. Ride along the Vecht River in an area famous for its beautiful mansions, small castles, impressive houses, and their large gardens. After cycling through the villages of Nieuwersluis, Loenen and Vreeland you will arrive at Nigtevecht where you can visit a traditional cheese farm. Continue cycling through the historical town of Muiden and on to Amsterdam where you will meet the barge for the final time in the Amsterdam harbor.Day 8: Departure
Disembarkation by 9:30 am.Parts printed in italics will be covered by the ship.
Anna Antal, Liza Marleen, Sailing Home, Wending, and Zwaan
Day 1: Bruges - cycling to Aalterbrug - sailing to Ghent, 13 mi. (21 km)
Day 2: Ghent - cycling to Dendermonde - sailing to St. Amands, 29 mi. (47 km)
Day 3: St. Amands - Antwerp, 24 mi. (40 km)
Day 4: Antwerpen - sailing to Kreekrak locks - cycling to Willemstad, 34 or 40 mi. (56 or 65 km)
Day 5: Willemstad - sailing to Werkendam - cycling to Gorinchem, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 6: Gorinchem - cycling to Vianen - sailing to Utrecht, 30 mi. (50 km)
Day 7: Utrecht - sailing to Breukelen and cycling to Amsterdam, 24 mi. (40 km)
Day 8: Departure from AmsterdamDay 1: Bruges - Aalterbrug - Ghent, (21 km)
Embarkation begins at 1 pm. You are asked to be on board at the latest by 2 pm as your cycling itinerary begins! Boat will be moored at the Buiten Katelijnevest near the Bargeweg (1 km from the central train station). You can drop your luggage off at 12 noon. Once you arrive on board the ship 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.At 2 p.m. you will start off the city walls of Bruges for a trip to Ghent. The barge will mostly be following the canal between Bruges and Ghent to Aalterbrug, which offers a beautiful, peaceful cycle route with an unexpected variety of experiences.
The city of Ghent is proud of its rich past but is much more than just a museum town. This lively city with its numerous squares and cozy pubs is an excellent mixture of medieval architecture, stylish shopping streets, splendid mansions, and busy little squares with outdoor cafés.
Day 2: Ghent - cycling to Dendermonde - sailing to St. Amands, 29 mi. (47 km)
Early Sunday morning you will cycle through the old center of Ghent. After coffee, you will leave for a nice day along one of the most beautiful rivers of Europe, the Schelde.After approximately 20 km, in Wetteren, you can take a break in a real Flemish ‘staminee’ and in Berlare you will have a Belgian beer with your lunch. Next, cycle through Dendermonde, the city of the legend of the Beiaart, where you can see the magnificent city hall that is still standing. Near the small, quiet village of St. Amand, you will spend the night.
Day 3: St. Amands - Antwerp, 24 mi. (40 km)
From St. Amands, the cycle route leads you along the river and past nature reserves like the mudflats of Durme and Schausselbroek. The mudflats
of Durme are worth mentioning because it's one of the last fresh water marshes along this tidal part of the river and therefore has a unique flora and fauna. You continue your tour through Bazel, one of the most beautiful villages of Belgium. The wooden moving stairs in the St. Anna tunnel under the Scheldt is a unique experience before entering the city center of Antwerp. Highlights of the historical center of Antwerp are worth a visit, here you'll find: the Onze-Lievevrouwenkerk and the Rubenshuis. In the Willemsdok, near the Museum for Modern Art (Museum Aan de Stroom) you will find the barge.Day 4: Antwerp, sailing to the Kreekraksluizen - cycling to Willemstad, 34 or 40 mi. (56 or 65 km)
This morning you’ll sail through the big harbor of Antwerp, a big difference with the nature reserves and quiet villages of yesterday. But due to the big seagoing vessels and large harbor, cranes it’s a fascinating journey which brings you to Holland where you start your bike tour at the Kreekrak locks. By bike, you will make a beautiful tour over the ‘Brabantse wal’ a sand wall dating back from the times when Mammoths roam the area. Today you won’t find any big elephants but the area seemed to be perfect for strawberry and asparagus fields. So be here at harvest time (depending on the weather: around June). From the woodlands around Bergen op Zoom you continue through a polder landscape to the old fortified town of Willemstad, near the Volkeraksluizen (locks) at the Haringvliet, the busiest locks of Europe.Day 5: Willemstad, sailing to Werkendam, cycling to Gorinchem, 28 mi. (45 km)
The barge leaves early so you can make a beautiful tour from Werkendam where you go ashore to continue your tour by bike through the land of Heusden and Altena. Along the Bergse Maas, the south border of the land of Heusden and Altena, you continue your tour along the fortified town of Heusden. From here another river, the ‘Afgedamde Maas’ leads you back to the river Waal where you started your tour this morning. Here you’ll find another beautiful fortified town, Woudrichem. A ferry brings you to the other side of the river where you’ll board the ship.Day 6: Gorinchem, cycling to Vianen, sailing to Utrecht, 30 mi. (50 km)
From Gorinchem you will follow the meandering river Linge through the Betuwe. This area is known for its of orchards and therefore will be covered with blossoms in the months April and May. Along the city of Leerdam, famous for its glass, you continue your tour in northern direction towards Utrecht. On your way toward Utrecht, you’ll pass the ‘Wiel van Bassa’ the biggest dike burst hole in the Netherlands and another relic of the everlasting battle against the water. From Vianen you sail to Utrecht. After dinner, you can take a public bus to the old center of Utrecht.Day 7: Utrecht - Amsterdam, 24 mi. (40 km)
During breakfast, you will sail to Breukelen from where you will cycle to Amsterdam along the two most beautiful rivers of Holland, the Vecht and the Amstel.Along the route, you will find the magnificent country houses and mansions from the 18th century with their splendid, well-kept gardens. After dinner, you have the option to take a canal cruise through the canals of Amsterdam.
DAY 8: Departure from Amsterdam
The mooring place of the barge in Amsterdam is the Oosterdok (near Science Center NEMO, Oosterdok 2), located 1.2 km/.75 miles from the Central Station in Amsterdam.
There is a direct train that leaves 6 times per hour from Amsterdam Central Station to Schiphol Airport. Travel time is about 16 minutes.If you flying out of Brussels Airport you can take the international train (Intercity). Travel time is 3 hours.
Day 1: Bruges, boarding begins at 2 pm. You can participate in a short bike ride to Damme. Guided city walk in evening. 9 - 12 mi. (15 - 20 km)
Day 2: Bruges - Ghent, 22 or 37 mi. (35 or 60 km). Possibility to stay on board for a portion of the cycling itinerary.
Day 3: Ghent - Goes, featuring the island world of Zeeland, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 4: Goes - Zierikzee - Willemstad (possible overnight in Dordrecht) featuring the Delta works, 22 or 37 mi. (35 or 60 km)
Day 5: Willemstad (or Dordrecht) - Gorinchem, 31 mi. (50 km)
Option 1: Former tidal-area of Biesbosch by ferry
Option 2: By ferry to the Unesco-site of Kinderdijk with its 19 (water pumping) windmills.
Option 3: Woudrichem to the medieval castle of Loevestein by ferry.
Day 6: Gorinchem - Vianen, 25 or 37 mi. (40 or 60 km)
Day 7: Vianen - Breukelen - Amsterdam, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 8: Departure from AmsterdamDay 1: Bruges, 9 - 12 mi. (15 - 20 km)
Embarkation begins at 2 pm. Ship will be moored near the city center of Bruges. In the afternoon it is possible to take part in a test ride along the city ramparts and through the countryside to the nearby little town of Damme, the former seaport of Bruges. After dinner, you can take part in a (guided) walk in this well preserved medieval townDay 2: Bruges - Ghent, 22 or 37 mi. (35 or 60 km)
On Sunday morning you leave Bruges, cycling along the canal which connects Bruges with her ‘sister-town’ Ghent. The ride is diversified and leads you through woods, fields, and villages. The roads are good and lightly traveled. Ghent is one of the major towns in Flanders and has more than 250.000 inhabitants. The medieval center is worthwhile to visit. In Gent, your guide will show you some of the highlights of the town, which was one of the biggest towns in Europe in the 1400s. Famous are the sights at the churches and quais (the so called ‘leien’). St. Baafscathedral houses a masterpiece of art: The Mystic Lamb, created by the Van Eyck brothers (early 15th century).Day 3: Ghent - Goes, featuring the island world of Zeeland, 28 mi. (45 km)
After two intense days visiting two medieval jewels, the ship will leave early in the morning towards the Dutch border. A major canal connects Gent with the sea. In between are only the locks near Terneuzen. You cross the waterway Westerschelde, which is the main estuary connecting the port of Antwerp with the sea and enter the province of Zeeland. This province has a long history of living with and fighting against the sea. The former world of islands in the delta of Schelde, between the Maas, Waal and Rijn rivers, is connected now by dams and bridges and protected by massive sea-barriers. The ship will bring you to the former island of Zuid-Beveland, where you can go on shore with your bikes. A very scenic landscape leads to the town of Goes, for the night.Day 4: Goes - Zierikzee - Willemstad (possible overnight in Dordrecht) featuring the Delta works, 22 or 37 mi. (35 or 60 km)
In Zeeland, one hopes to have the wind in the back. The prevailing one is from the southwest! If this is not the case, the weather might be even better. Wind from the east often means fair weather and no rain. But in the Netherlands, you never know. The better cyclists can cover the whole distance if they like. Otherwise, the captain might take you a little further towards the northeast. One can enjoy this world of land and water from the ship in that case. Crossing the sea-inlet Oosterschelde by bridge (5 km), you have time to visit the beautiful small town of Zierikzee,s a good place for a coffee stop. You continue your ride on the island of Schouwen-Duiveland. The flood of 1953 had a major impact on this island. Near the coast, you can find the newly expanded Flood museum, housed in 4 former caissons, big floating concrete boxes which were used to fill the gaps in the broken dikes!After the fishing village of Bruinisse, the cyclists follow a dam to the next (former) island of Goeree-Overflakkee. A good place for a stop is Oude Tonge, and the route continues to Willemstad, a former fortified town. The ramparts and moat are still there. If possible the ship will stay overnight in Willemstad, if not you will sail to Dordrecht during dinner time.
Day 5: Willemstad (or Dordrecht) - Gorinchem, 31 mi. (50 km)
Option 1: Former tidal-area of Biesbosch by ferry
Option 2: By ferry to the Unesco-site of Kinderdijk with its 19 (water pumping) windmills.
Option 3: Woudrichem to the medieval castle of Loevestein by ferryDay 6: Gorinchem - Vianen, 25 or 37 mi. (40 or 60 km)
Today is a day to cycle between two main rivers, following a narrow one in between, bordered by beautiful villages and winding roads. A visit to the glass-museum in Leerdam is an option. Mooring place will be Vianen, on the river Lek.
Day 7: Vianen - Breukelen - Amsterdam, 31 mi. (50 km)
During breakfast, the ship takes you to the village of Breukelen, where you leave your bikes. Along the scenic Vecht-river with beautiful houses and gardens, you cycle to the north. After a coffee stop, you continue the ride to Weesp, a beautiful little village and a nice place to have lunch. You day ends in the city of Amsterdam. In the evening you can go on a canal tour in Amsterdam or join the guide on a city walk.Day 8: Departure from Amsterdam
Day 1: Arrival in Bruges, boarding begins at 1 pm. You will have time for a short test ride.
Day 2: Bruges - Ghent, 36 mi. (57 km)
Day 3: Ghent - Dendermonde, 24 mi. (40 km)
Day 4: Dendermonde - Antwerp, 21 or 39 mi. (48 or 63 km)
Day 5: Antwerp - Kreekrak Locks | Krekrak Locks - Tholen, 13 or 23 mi. (36 km or 20 km) | Tholen - Dordrecht
Day 6: Dordrecht - Alblassderdam | Alblasserdam - Kinderdijk - Schoonhoven - Vianen, 36 mi. (57 km)
Day 7: Vianen - Breukelen | Breukelen - Amsterdam, 24 mi. (38 km) or 29 mi. (48 km)
Day 8: Departure from AmsterdamPlease note that those cyclists who choose the shorter option will miss some of the highlights that can be seen on the longer cycling routes.
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Boats & Bikes
There are several boats that navigate Bruges to Amsterdam, each differing slightly in itineraries, what is included/not included, and pricing. Classes of boat range from standard to brand new deluxe vessels.
- Princesse Royal
Deluxe Class Boat
This beautiful vessel features a beautiful salon with a spacious bar, a sun deck equipped with comfortable chairs, and a small whirlpool to relax in at the end of a long day of cycling. Delicious meals are served daily in the restaurant area. 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 emphasis on superior comfort. Highlights of the barge include 4 upper deck suites, with cozy seating area, and lovely large panoramic windows. This ship has earned the premium 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
- Fluvius
Premium Class Barge
The MS Fluvius accommodates 44 guests. It has a large salon with lounge, bar, and restaurant area. The 70-meter long ship has a partially covered sundeck with comfortable tables and chairs along with a storage room for the bikes. The ship sails under the Dutch flag and has been sailing in Holland and Germany for many years. Read More
- Sailing Home
Premium Class Boat
Built in 2001, the Sailing Home was designed specifically to provide a more attractive hotel ship during your carefree vacation. It was built to meet the latest wishes and ideas with respect to comfort and service. The experience of a lifetime: cycling through the most beautiful spots within the Netherlands while residing on a very comfortable, newly built and well-furnished ship. Read More
- Zwaan
Comfort Class Barge
Once a cargo boat, the Zwaan (Swan) was completely renovated and converted into a comfortable passenger barge. On board you will find seven comfortable cabins allowing a total capacity of 16 passengers. 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 nice and cozy salon with heating, air conditioning, large panoramic windows, a restaurant area, lounge corner and a small bar are on the upper deck. 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
- 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
- Anna Antal
Standard Class Barge
The Anna Antal is a former shuttle barge converted into a motor passenger ship in the winter of 1994-95. In 2013, the salon and cabins were renovated. The sailing area of the Anna Antal includes all Dutch, German and Belgian waterways in so far as a ship of this size can sail. She also sails on the Waddenzee, IJsselmeer and Zeeland. The Anna Antal is built according to the rules of Maritime laws and holds a valid certificate for the Rhine. 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
Inclusions
What’s Included
Magnifiques, Zwaantje, & Fleur
- Accommodations for 7, 4, or 3 nights in a climate-controlled cabin depending on length of tour
- Breakfast, packed lunches, and 6, 4, or 3 three-course dinners depending on length of tour
- Welcome drink and tour presentation on the first evening
- Coffee and tea on board
- Light daily cleaning of cabins
- Fully guided cycling (for groups 22 or larger, a second tour guide will be added)
- Daily tour briefings
- Some short city tours
- Detailed maps and tourist information (one set per cabin)
- 7-speed city touring bike rental with hand or pedal brakes, pannier, helmet, and water bottle
- Canal tour through the center of Amsterdam
- Entrance cathedral in Antwerp
- Canal trip through Gent
- Fees for ferries
- GPS tracks available for download through maps.me application
- †Wifi
- Accommodation for 7 nights in a climate-controlled cabin
- Breakfast, packed lunches, and 7 three-course dinners
- Complimentary coffee and tea till 4 pm
- Welcome drink and tour presentation on the first evening
- Light daily cleaning of cabin (Fluvius) and once weekly (Gandalf)
- Fully guided bike tours (2nd tour guide will be added on board the Fluvius with guests of 22 or more)
- Some short city tours
- Detailed maps and tourist information (one set per cabin)
- GPS tracks available for download through maps.me application
- Fluvius: 7-speed city touring bike rental with hand and pedal brakes, pannier, and water bottle
- Fees for ferries
- Helmets on request. Surcharge applies.
- †Wifi
- Accommodations for 7 nights
- 7 breakfast, 6 packed picnic lunches, and 7 three-course dinners
- Coffee and tea on board
- Tour guide
- 24-speed city touring bicycle with higher handlebars and upright riding position with pannier bag, helmet, water bottle, and lock. Repair kit on request.
- Minimum three city walks with the tour guide
- Roadbook (one per cabin)
- Ferry fares en route
- GPS tracks (on request)
- †Wifi
- Accommodations for 7 nights
- 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 6 three-course dinners
- Coffee, tea, and 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 and bottle, and frame lock
- Helmets available
- Tour guide
- †Wifi
- †Important to note, due to steel construction of the ship, cruising locations, and other factors, Wifi signal speed and strength may not be what you are accustomed to and may not meet your expectations. It may not be available in the cabin. 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
Anna Antal, Wending, Zwaan, Liza Marleen, and Sailing Home
Feniks
What’s Not Included
Magnifiques, Zwaantje, & Fleur,
- One dinner
- Entrance fees & excursions (those not mentioned under "Included")
- Fees for ferries (approx. €5) and Waterbus (approx. €4)
- Beverages (incl. alcohol), available onboard
- Helmets, available for a surcharge, see pricing & please reserve at time of booking
- Gratuities (at your discretion)
- Dietary requirements on request/surcharge may apply
- Bicycle protection
- Travel Insurance
- Entrance fees and excursions
- Fees for ferries (approx. €5) and Waterbus (approx. €4)
- Beverages (incl. alcohol), available on board
- Wifi, Fluvius, unlimited data package payable on board: €10
- Gratuities (at your discretion)
- Dietary requirements on request/surcharge may apply
- Helmets (available for rental. Please reserve at time of booking).
- Bicycle protection
- Travel Insurance
- Beverages (incl. alcohol), available on board
- Electric bike (available for a supplement, see pricing)
- Museum entrance fees & other excursions not mentioned above
- Gratuities (at your discretion)
- Dietary requirements on request/surcharge may apply
- Maps for self-guided option (see pricing)
- Bicycle protection
- Travel Insurance
Fluvius
Anna Antal, Zwaan, Sailing Home, Liza Marleen, & Wending
- Accommodations for 7, 4, or 3 nights in a climate-controlled cabin depending on length of tour
Dates & Pricing
Dates & Pricing
2021
Deluxe Class Boats
8-day tour
Thursday to Thursday
May 13, May 27, June 10, June 24, July 8, July 22, August 5, August 19, September 2, September 16, September 30, & October 14, 2021April 29 - July 1 & Aug. 26 - Sept. 30 July 6 - Aug. 24 + Oct. 5 Oct. 7 - 19 Twin $ 2315 £ 1309 $ 2,260 € 1444 NZ$ 2490 kr 14933 $ 1,779 $ 2234 £ 1264 $ 2,182 € 1394 NZ$ 2403 kr 14416 $ 1,718 $ 2074 £ 1173 $ 2,026 € 1294 NZ$ 2231 kr 13382 $ 1,594 Premium Twin $ 2635 £ 1491 $ 2,573 € 1644 NZ$ 2834 kr 17001 $ 2,026 $ 2555 £ 1445 $ 2,495 € 1594 NZ$ 2748 kr 16484 $ 1,964 $ 2395 £ 1355 $ 2,339 € 1494 NZ$ 2576 kr 15450 $ 1,841 Upper deck suite $ 3116 £ 1763 $ 3,043 € 1944 NZ$ 3352 kr 20104 $ 2,395 $ 3036 £ 1717 $ 2,965 € 1894 NZ$ 3265 kr 19586 $ 2,334 $ 2876 £ 1627 $ 2,808 € 1794 NZ$ 3093 kr 18552 $ 2,210 Twin for single-use $ 3380 £ 1912 $ 3,300 € 2109 NZ$ 3635 kr 21805 $ 2,598 $ 3260 £ 1844 $ 3,183 € 2034 NZ$ 3506 kr 21029 $ 2,505 $ 3019 £ 1708 $ 2,948 € 1884 NZ$ 3247 kr 19478 $ 2,321 Triple* $ 2234 £ 1264 $ 2,182 € 1394 NZ$ 2403 kr 14416 $ 1,718 $ 2154 £ 1219 $ 2,104 € 1344 NZ$ 2317 kr 13899 $ 1,656 $ 1994 £ 1128 $ 1,947 € 1244 NZ$ 2145 kr 12865 $ 1,533 Triple/upper deck suite $ 2956 £ 1672 $ 2,886 € 1844 NZ$ 3179 kr 19069 $ 2,272 $ 2876 £ 1627 $ 2,808 € 1794 NZ$ 3093 kr 18552 $ 2,210 $ 2715 £ 1536 $ 2,652 € 1694 NZ$ 2921 kr 17518 $ 2,087 *3rd bed suitable for a child only
5-day tour
Sunday to Thursday
May 16, May 30, June 13, June 27, July 8, July 11, July 25, August 8 & August 22, 2021All departure dates Twin $ 1305 £ 738 $ 1,274 € 814 NZ$ 1403 kr 8418 $ 1,003 Premium twin $ 1513 £ 856 $ 1,478 € 944 NZ$ 1627 kr 9762 $ 1,163 Upper deck suite $ 1770 £ 1001 $ 1,728 € 1104 NZ$ 1903 kr 11417 $ 1,360 Twin/single-use (very limited) $ 1834 £ 1037 $ 1,791 € 1144 NZ$ 1972 kr 11830 $ 1,410 Triple * $ 1257 £ 711 $ 1,227 € 784 NZ$ 1352 kr 8108 $ 966 Triple suite upper deck* $ 1722 £ 974 $ 1,681 € 1074 NZ$ 1852 kr 11107 $ 1,323 8-day tour
Tuesday to Tuesday
June 1, June 15, June 29, July 13, July 27, August 10, August 24, September 7, September 21, October 5, & October 19, 2021April 29 - July 1 & Aug. 26 - Sept. 30
July 6 - Aug. 24 + Oct. 5 Oct. 7 - 19 Twin $ 2315 £ 1309 $ 2,260 € 1444 NZ$ 2490 kr 14933 $ 1,779 $ 2234 £ 1264 $ 2,182 € 1394 NZ$ 2403 kr 14416 $ 1,718 $ 2074 £ 1173 $ 2,026 € 1294 NZ$ 2231 kr 13382 $ 1,594 Upper deck suite $ 3116 £ 1763 $ 3,043 € 1944 NZ$ 3352 kr 20104 $ 2,395 $ 3036 £ 1717 $ 2,965 € 1894 NZ$ 3265 kr 19586 $ 2,334 $ 2876 £ 1627 $ 2,808 € 1794 NZ$ 3093 kr 18552 $ 2,210 Twin for single-use $ 3380 £ 1912 $ 3,300 € 2109 NZ$ 3635 kr 21805 $ 2,598 $ 3260 £ 1844 $ 3,183 € 2034 NZ$ 3506 kr 21029 $ 2,505 $ 3019 £ 1708 $ 2,948 € 1884 NZ$ 3247 kr 19478 $ 2,321 Single $ 2956 £ 1672 $ 2,886 € 1844 NZ$ 3179 kr 19069 $ 2,272 $ 2844 £ 1609 $ 2,777 € 1774 NZ$ 3058 kr 18346 $ 2,186 $ 2635 £ 1491 $ 2,573 € 1644 NZ$ 2834 kr 17001 $ 2,026 Triple * $ 2234 £ 1264 $ 2,182 € 1394 NZ$ 2403 kr 14416 $ 1,718 $ 2154 £ 1219 $ 2,104 € 1344 NZ$ 2317 kr 13899 $ 1,656 $ 1994 £ 1128 $ 1,947 € 1244 NZ$ 2145 kr 12865 $ 1,533 Triple/upper deck suite* $ 2956 £ 1672 $ 2,886 € 1844 NZ$ 3179 kr 19069 $ 2,272 $ 2876 £ 1627 $ 2,808 € 1794 NZ$ 3093 kr 18552 $ 2,210 $ 2715 £ 1536 $ 2,652 € 1694 NZ$ 2921 kr 17518 $ 2,087 *3rd bed suitable for a child only
5-day tour
Friday to Tuesday
May 21, June 4, June 18, July 2, July 30, August 13, and August 27, 2021All departure dates Twin $ 1305 £ 738 $ 1,274 € 814 NZ$ 1403 kr 8418 $ 1,003 Upper deck suite $ 1770 £ 1001 $ 1,728 € 1104 NZ$ 1903 kr 11417 $ 1,360 Single $ 1625 £ 919 $ 1,587 € 1014 NZ$ 1748 kr 10486 $ 1,249 Twin/single-use (very limited) $ 1834 £ 1037 $ 1,791 € 1144 NZ$ 1972 kr 11830 $ 1,410 Triple * $ 1257 £ 711 $ 1,227 € 784 NZ$ 1352 kr 8108 $ 966 Triple suite upper deck* $ 1722 £ 974 $ 1,681 € 1074 NZ$ 1852 kr 11107 $ 1,323 8-day tour
Thursday to Thursday
May 6, May 20, June 3, June 17, July 1, July 15, July 29, August 12, August 26, September 9, September 23, & October 7, 2021April 29 - July 1 & Aug. 26 - Sept. 30
July 6 - Aug. 24 + Oct. 5 Oct. 7 - 19 Twin cabin $ 2315 £ 1309 $ 2,260 € 1444 NZ$ 2490 kr 14933 $ 1,779 $ 2234 £ 1264 $ 2,182 € 1394 NZ$ 2403 kr 14416 $ 1,718 $ 2074 £ 1173 $ 2,026 € 1294 NZ$ 2231 kr 13382 $ 1,594 Upper deck suite $ 3116 £ 1763 $ 3,043 € 1944 NZ$ 3352 kr 20104 $ 2,395 $ 3036 £ 1717 $ 2,965 € 1894 NZ$ 3265 kr 19586 $ 2,334 $ 2876 £ 1627 $ 2,808 € 1794 NZ$ 3093 kr 18552 $ 2,210 Twin for single-use $ 3380 £ 1912 $ 3,300 € 2109 NZ$ 3635 kr 21805 $ 2,598 $ 3260 £ 1844 $ 3,183 € 2034 NZ$ 3506 kr 21029 $ 2,505 $ 3019 £ 1708 $ 2,948 € 1884 NZ$ 3247 kr 19478 $ 2,321 5-day tour
Sunday to Thursday
May 9, May 23, June 8, June 20, July 18, August 1, August 15, and August 29, 2021All departure dates Twin $ 1305 £ 738 $ 1,274 € 814 NZ$ 1403 kr 8418 $ 1,003 Upper deck suite $ 1770 £ 1001 $ 1,728 € 1104 NZ$ 1903 kr 11417 $ 1,360 Twin/single-use (very limited) $ 1834 £ 1037 $ 1,791 € 1144 NZ$ 1972 kr 11830 $ 1,410 Premium Class Boats
Saturday - Saturday
Low season: July 17, 2021
Standard season: May 15, May 29, August 14, & October 2, 2021
High season: September 11, 2021Low season Standard season High season Twin cabin $ 2002 £ 1133 $ 1,955 € 1249 NZ$ 2153 kr 12916 $ 1,539 $ 2204 £ 1247 $ 2,152 € 1375 NZ$ 2371 kr 14219 $ 1,694 $ 2396 £ 1356 $ 2,340 € 1495 NZ$ 2577 kr 15460 $ 1,842 Twin cabin/single-use $ 2803 £ 1586 $ 2,738 € 1749 NZ$ 3015 kr 18087 $ 2,155 $ 3094 £ 1750 $ 3,021 € 1930 NZ$ 3327 kr 19959 $ 2,378 $ 3366 £ 1904 $ 3,287 € 2100 NZ$ 3620 kr 21717 $ 2,587 Saturday to Saturday
April 24, May 8, May 22, June 5, June 19, July 3, July 17, July 31, August 14, August 28, September 11, & September 25, 2021April 17 & Sept. 25 April 24 - Sept. 18 Small twin/below deck $ 1673 £ 947 $ 1,634 € 1044 NZ$ 1800 kr 10796 $ 1,286 $ 1754 £ 992 $ 1,712 € 1094 NZ$ 1886 kr 11313 $ 1,348 Regular twin/below deck $ 1754 £ 992 $ 1,712 € 1094 NZ$ 1886 kr 11313 $ 1,348 $ 1834 £ 1037 $ 1,791 € 1144 NZ$ 1972 kr 11830 $ 1,410 Twin/below deck for single-use $ 2546 £ 1440 $ 2,486 € 1589 NZ$ 2739 kr 16427 $ 1,957 $ 2666 £ 1508 $ 2,604 € 1664 NZ$ 2868 kr 17203 $ 2,050 Twin/upper deck $ 2074 £ 1173 $ 2,026 € 1294 NZ$ 2231 kr 13382 $ 1,594 $ 2154 £ 1219 $ 2,104 € 1344 NZ$ 2317 kr 13899 $ 1,656 Double bed/upper deck $ 2234 £ 1264 $ 2,182 € 1394 NZ$ 2403 kr 14416 $ 1,718 $ 2315 £ 1309 $ 2,260 € 1444 NZ$ 2490 kr 14933 $ 1,779 Comfort Class Boats
Saturday - Saturday
October 9, 2021Premium twin cabin $ 2348 £ 1328 $ 2,293 € 1465 NZ$ 2526 kr 15150 $ 1,805 Regular twin cabin $ 2004 £ 1133 $ 1,957 € 1250 NZ$ 2155 kr 12927 $ 1,540 Single cabin $ 2509 £ 1419 $ 2,450 € 1565 NZ$ 2698 kr 16184 $ 1,928 Bunk bed cabin/single-use $ 1707 £ 966 $ 1,667 € 1065 NZ$ 1836 kr 11014 $ 1,312 Saturday - Saturday
Standard season: June 5 & July 31, 2021Cabin details and pictures can be found here: Zwaan Boat Page
All seasons Luxury double cabin $ 2685 £ 1519 $ 2,622 € 1675 NZ$ 2888 kr 17322 $ 2,064 Twin cabin $ 2428 £ 1374 $ 2,371 € 1515 NZ$ 2612 kr 15667 $ 1,867 Triple cabin $ 2228 £ 1260 $ 2,176 € 1390 NZ$ 2396 kr 14374 $ 1,713 Small double cabin/front of boat $ 2084 £ 1179 $ 2,035 € 1300 NZ$ 2241 kr 13444 $ 1,602 Small double for single-use/front of boat $ 3046 £ 1723 $ 2,974 € 1900 NZ$ 3276 kr 19649 $ 2,341 Saturday - Saturday
Standard season: June 5, June 19, & September 25, 2021
High season: September 11, 2021Low season Standard season High season Twin cabin $ 1923 £ 1088 $ 1,878 € 1200 NZ$ 2069 kr 12410 $ 1,479 $ 2116 £ 1197 $ 2,066 € 1320 NZ$ 2276 kr 13651 $ 1,626 $ 2300 £ 1301 $ 2,246 € 1435 NZ$ 2474 kr 14840 $ 1,768 Twin cabin/single-use $ 2685 £ 1519 $ 2,622 € 1675 NZ$ 2888 kr 17322 $ 2,064 $ 2957 £ 1673 $ 2,888 € 1845 NZ$ 3181 kr 19080 $ 2,273 $ 3230 £ 1827 $ 3,154 € 2015 NZ$ 3474 kr 20838 $ 2,483 Superior cabin (15 m2)
$ 2276 £ 1288 $ 2,223 € 1420 NZ$ 2448 kr 14685 $ 1,750 $ 2468 £ 1396 $ 2,411 € 1540 NZ$ 2655 kr 15926 $ 1,897 $ 2653 £ 1501 $ 2,591 € 1655 NZ$ 2853 kr 17115 $ 2,039 Superior cabin (15 m2)/triple use
$ 1786 £ 1010 $ 1,744 € 1114 NZ$ 1921 kr 11520 $ 1,373 $ 1956 £ 1106 $ 1,910 € 1220 NZ$ 2103 kr 12616 $ 1,503 $ 2124 £ 1201 $ 2,074 € 1325 NZ$ 2284 kr 13702 $ 1,633 Saturday to Saturday
Fleur: October 9, 2021
Zwaantje: July 10, 2021July (Zwaantje) Oct. (Fleur) Twin $ 2186 £ 1237 $ 2,135 € 1364 NZ$ 2352 kr 14106 $ 1,681 $ 2042 £ 1155 $ 1,994 € 1274 NZ$ 2196 kr 13175 $ 1,570 Twin/single-use $ 3187 £ 1803 $ 3,113 € 1989 NZ$ 3428 kr 20564 $ 2,450 $ 2971 £ 1681 $ 2,901 € 1854 NZ$ 3195 kr 19168 $ 2,284 Standard Class Boats
Saturday - Saturday
Low season: June 26, July 10, July 24, & August 7, 2021
Standard season: June 12 & August 21, 2021
High season: September 4 & September 18, 2021Cabin details and pictures can be found here: Anna Antal Boat Page
Low season Standard season High season Twin cabin (comfort) $ 1795 £ 1016 $ 1,753 € 1120 NZ$ 1931 kr 11582 $ 1,380 $ 1972 £ 1115 $ 1,925 € 1230 NZ$ 2121 kr 12720 $ 1,515 $ 2140 £ 1210 $ 2,090 € 1335 NZ$ 2302 kr 13806 $ 1,645 Bunk bed cabin $ 1555 £ 880 $ 1,518 € 970 NZ$ 1672 kr 10031 $ 1,195 $ 1699 £ 961 $ 1,659 € 1060 NZ$ 1827 kr 10962 $ 1,306 $ 1842 £ 1042 $ 1,799 € 1149 NZ$ 1981 kr 11882 $ 1,416 Bunk bed cabin for single-use $ 1915 £ 1084 $ 1,871 € 1195 NZ$ 2060 kr 12358 $ 1,472 $ 2108 £ 1192 $ 2,058 € 1315 NZ$ 2267 kr 13599 $ 1,620 $ 2292 £ 1297 $ 2,238 € 1430 NZ$ 2465 kr 14788 $ 1,762 Saturday - Saturday
Standard season: May 15, 2021
Low Season: July 3, 2021Cabin details and pictures can be found here: Wending Boat Page
Standard season Low season Twin cabin $ 1964 £ 1111 $ 1,918 € 1225 NZ$ 2112 kr 12668 $ 1,509 $ 1787 £ 1011 $ 1,745 € 1115 NZ$ 1922 kr 11531 $ 1,374 Twin cabin/single-use $ 2276 £ 1288 $ 2,223 € 1420 NZ$ 2448 kr 14685 $ 1,750 $ 2068 £ 1170 $ 2,019 € 1290 NZ$ 2224 kr 13340 $ 1,589 Triple cabin $ 1827 £ 1034 $ 1,784 € 1140 NZ$ 1965 kr 11789 $ 1,405 $ 1667 £ 943 $ 1,628 € 1040 NZ$ 1793 kr 10755 $ 1,281 Extra Options
Magnifiques, Zwaantje, & Fleur
Electric bike rental, 8-day tour: $ 184 £ 104 $ 180 € 115 NZ$ 198 kr 1189 $ 142
Fluvius
Electric bike: $ 160 £ 91 $ 157 € 100 NZ$ 172 kr 1034 $ 123 Helmet rental (please reserve at the time of booking. : $ 16 £ 9 $ 16 € 10 NZ$ 17 kr 103 $ 12
Sailing Home, Zwaan, Liza Marleen, Wending, & Anna Antal
Electric bike: $ 136 £ 77 $ 133 € 85 NZ$ 147 kr 879 $ 105 Bike Maps (must be ordered and paid in advance): $ 101 £ 57 $ 99 € 63 NZ$ 109 kr 652 $ 78 Gluten-Free, Celiac, or Vegan Diet: $ 80 £ 45 $ 78 € 50 NZ$ 86 kr 517 $ 62 Child's 21-speed bike with helmet (ages 9+): on request
Tag-Along Bike with helmet (ages 5-9): on request
Bike Seat with helmet (age 11 mos-5 yrs): $ 24 £ 14 $ 23 € 15 NZ$ 26 kr 155 $ 18 Bike Trailer: $ 319 £ 180 $ 311 € 199 NZ$ 343 kr 2058 $ 245 Children's discounts are available!
If traveling solo, we can try to find a roommate of the same gender on some of the boats to avoid single supplement charge.
Please note that pricing for Wending, Zwaan, Sailing Home, and Anna Antal is based on fuel costs when price was calculated. If the fuel price increases more than 5%, our local tour operators have informed us that they will be forced to charge a supplement even for reservations already made.
Single cabins only by request and for supplemental fee.
Discount for triple & quad cabins may be available.
Please Note
- Rates are based on double occupancy
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy
This is an easy bike and boat tour highlighting areas that are predominantly flat. The average daily distances are approximately 35 miles over designated bikes paths or good rural asphalted roads with little traffic. When entering or exiting towns or cities, more traffic will be encountered.
Airport Info
Fly into and out of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) or fly to Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU). You can depart from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or return to Brussels at end of tour.
Local Travel
Arrival:
From the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, you can purchase train tickets to Bruges at the TICKET COUNTER in the “Arrivals Hall” of the airport. From there you just go down the escalator to the train terminal. The train to Bruges takes approximately 4 hours and costs about €43 (a more expensive, and faster train is also available). From the Brussels Zaventem Airport, you can take the train to Bruges Central Station. The railway station is located under the airport building at level 1. The train departs every hour and the ride takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes - cost around €20 per person. The ride requires one connection. Departure:
Your tour ends in Amsterdam. Depending on the docking location of your specific boat, the train station could even be within walking distance of Amsterdam Central Train Station. From here, there are trains that depart frequently to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or back to Brussels.Climate
Please check local conditions before travel. 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.
Day of Rest
You can always stay on board ship and sail to the next stop.
Remarks
Regarding Wifi: 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.
Important to know
Documents:
Before you travel, please check the passport and visa requirements of the country/countries you plan to visit. Please be informed that 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. It is important to research before you travel as airlines will not permit boarding if you do not have the required valid documents.
*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.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Jossie Verkerk, Jantien and Henk Karelse, HAT tours, Cycletours, Boat Bike Tours, v.o.f. Besjes/ mps Zwaantje, Feniks Charter.
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