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" and you surely will! Or should we say, under the wheels of your bicycle!
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.
A tranquil Flemish landscape is your backdrop and as you enter Holland, your cycling itinerary will lead to the quaint villages of Goes in central Zeeland and the seaside town of Willemstad.
An impressive finish in Amsterdam awaits. 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 tranquil Flemish landscape
- The cycling paradise of Holland
- The seaside town of Willemstad
- Zeeland
- 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
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All distances are approximate. Itineraries are subject to change, even on very short notice, due to changing wind and weather conditions, and other unforeseen circumstances having to do with mooring requirements, docking location changes, lock repairs, etc
Magnifiques
Day 1: Arrival in Bruges, 6 mi. (11 km)
Day 2: Bruges - Ghent (21 or 36 mi. (35 or 57 km)
Day 3: Ghent - Dendermonde | St. Amads, 24 or 32 mi. (40 or 53 km)
Day 4: St. Amands - Temse - Antwerp, (19 or 31 mi. (32 or 49 km)
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: AmsterdamParts printed in italics will be covered by the ship.
Day 1: Arrival in Bruges
Embarkation time in Bruges is between 1 and 2 pm. The ship awaits you in the Bruges harbor. You may bring your luggage on board at 11 am but the cabins will not be ready for check-in just yet. After a welcome meeting with the crew at 2 pm there is time for bicycle fitting and a short test-ride through the countryside around Bruges. After dinner the guide will take you for a short walk through the center of town.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: Bruges - Ghent (21 or 36 mi. (35 or 57 km)
You will start your first day of cycling by pedaling towards Ghent through the beautiful Flemish landscape along the Ghent canal. On arrival in Ghent make sure you make the effort to discover the best of what this historical city has to offer during an afternoon stroll. Ghent’s medieval center features lovely illuminated streets that are a must to explore, while the architectural richness in the center of the city has to be seen to be believed. During the Middle Ages, Ghent was the 2nd largest European city, after Paris. The ship will dock for the night at a lock, in a suburb of Ghent, and approx. 30 cycling minutes from the city center. Before dinner, a small canal boat will take you for a guided tour through the historic city.Day 3: Ghent - Dendermonde | St. Amads, 24 or 32 mi. (40 or 53 km)
In the morning you will spend some time in Ghent and will then 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 4: St. Amands - Temse - Antwerp, (19 or 31 mi. (32 or 49 km
The route follows 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 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.
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Fluvius
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 AmsterdamPortions in italics will be covered by ship.
Day 1: Bruges, 6 mi. (11 km)
Embarkation time in Bruges is between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. The ship awaits you in the Bruges harbor. After a welcome meeting with the crew at 2 p.m. there is time for bicycle fitting and a short test ride through the countryside around Bruges. After dinner, the tour leader will take you for a walk through the center of town.We advise you to come to Bruges one or more days earlier so that you will have plenty of time to discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historical city of Bruges, 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: Bruges to Ghent, 36 mi. (57 km)
Your cycle tour starts early today in the outskirts of Bruges. You will start your first day of cycling by pedaling towards Ghent through the beautiful Flemish landscape along the Ghent canal. On arrival in Ghent make sure you make the effort to discover the best of what this historical city has to offer during an afternoon stroll. Ghent’s medieval town center features lovely illuminated streets that are a must to explore, while the architectural richness in the historical center of the city has to be seen to be believed (during the Middle Ages Ghent was the 2nd largest European city after Paris). The ship will dock for the night at a lock, in a suburb of Ghent and approx. 30 cycling minutes from the city center.Day 3: Ghent - Dendermonde, 24 mi. (40 km)
After breakfast in Ghent, you will cycle downstream through a diverse landscape along the tidal Schelde River to Dendermonde, a friendly little town, located at the junction of Dender and Schelde Rivers. Dendermonde has a beautiful town hall located at a cozy square. The ideal place to have a nice Belgium beer after your bicycle ride. Worth visiting is also the St. Alexius Beguinage where you can learn about housekeeping, work, and recreation in the lives of former generations.Day 4: Dendermonde - Antwerp, 21 or 39 mi. (48 to 63 km)
Today we will follow the Schelde River further downstream through the Temse region and the small village of Baasrode to Antwerp. This part of the route is along a most beautiful and twisting section of the Schelde which over the centuries held strategic importance for the Romans, Vikings, Spanish and Napoleon. Antwerp, your destination for the day, is a harbor city situated on the river Schelde 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 5: Antwerp - Kreekrak Locks | Krekrak Locks - Tholen, 13 or 23 mi. (36 km or 20 km) | Tholen - Dordrecht
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 beautiful city of Dordrecht, one of the oldest towns in Holland. Halfway the ship will pass the impressive Volkerak lock system. Your tour leader will take you for an evening walk and tell you about the history of the Netherlands.Day 6: Dordrecht - Alblassderdam | Alblasserdam - Kinderdijk - Schoonhoven - Vianen, 36 mi. (57 km)
A fast ferry will bring you to Alblasserdam. From here you will cycle to 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 spend the evening. Since the 17th century Schoonhoven – nicknamed Silver City – has been renowned for its talented silversmiths.Day 7: Vianen - Breukelen | Breukelen - Amsterdam, 24 mi. (38 km) or 29 mi. (48 km)
During breakfast, the barge will cruise to Breukelen where you disembark and start your final day of cycling. Ride along the Vecht River in an area famous for its beautiful mansions, small castles, and beautiful houses with large gardens and parks. After cycling through the villages of Nieuwersluis, Loenen and Vreeland you 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 from Amsterdam
Please note that those cyclists who choose the shorter option will miss some of the highlights that can be seen on the longer cycling routes.
Sailing Home
Day 1: Bruges - Aalterbrug | Aalterbrug - Ghent, 13 mi. (21 km)
Day 2: Ghent - Dendermonde | - Dendermonde - St. Amands, 29 mi. (47 km)
Day 3: St. Amands - Antwerp, 24 mi. (40 km)
Day 4: Antwerpen - Kreekrak locks | Kreekrak locks - Willemstad, 34 or 40 mi. (56 or 65 km)
Day 5: Willemstad - Werkendam | Werkendam - Gorinchem, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 6: Gorinchem - Vianen | Vianen - Utrecht, 30 mi. (50 km)
Day 7: Utrecht - Breukelen | Breukelen - Amsterdam, 24 mi. (40 km)
Day 8: Departure from AmsterdamPortions in italics will be covered by ship.
Day 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 2:15 pm, the barge departs, and you will cycle toward 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 - Dendermonde | Dendermonde - 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. From Dendermonde, you will sail to the small, quiet village of St. Amand for 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 freshwater 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 in 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 - Kreekrak locks | Kreekrak locks - Willemstad, 34 or 40 mi. (56 or 65 km)
This morning you’ll sail through the big harbor of Antwerp, a big difference from 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. 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 - Werkendam | Werkendam - 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: Utrecht - Breukelen | Breukelen - Amsterdam, 24 mi. (40 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 the 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.
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All distances are approximate. Itineraries are subject to change, even on very short notice, due to changing wind and weather conditions, and other unforeseen circumstances having to do with mooring requirements, docking location changes, lock repairs, etc
Zwaantje
Day 1: Arrival in Bruges, 6 mi. (11 km)
Day 2: Bruges - Ghent (21 or 36 mi. (35 or 57 km)
Day 3: Ghent - Dendermonde | St. Amads, 24 or 32 mi. (40 or 53 km)
Day 4: St. Amands - Temse - Antwerp, (19 or 31 mi. (32 or 49 km)
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: AmsterdamParts printed in italics will be covered by the ship.
Day 1: Arrival in Bruges
Embarkation time in Bruges is between 1 and 2 pm. The ship awaits you in the Bruges harbor. You may bring your luggage on board at 11 am but the cabins will not be ready for check-in just yet. After a welcome meeting with the crew at 2 pm there is time for bicycle fitting and a short test-ride through the countryside around Bruges. After dinner the guide will take you for a short walk through the center of town.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: Bruges - Ghent (21 or 36 mi. (35 or 57 km)
You will start your first day of cycling by pedaling towards Ghent through the beautiful Flemish landscape along the Ghent canal. On arrival in Ghent make sure you make the effort to discover the best of what this historical city has to offer during an afternoon stroll. Ghent’s medieval center features lovely illuminated streets that are a must to explore, while the architectural richness in the center of the city has to be seen to be believed. During the Middle Ages, Ghent was the 2nd largest European city, after Paris. The ship will dock for the night at a lock, in a suburb of Ghent, and approx. 30 cycling minutes from the city center. Before dinner, a small canal boat will take you for a guided tour through the historic city.Day 3: Ghent - Dendermonde | St. Amads, 24 or 32 mi. (40 or 53 km)
In the morning you will spend some time in Ghent and will then 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 4: St. Amands - Temse - Antwerp, (19 or 31 mi. (32 or 49 km
The route follows 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 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.Liza Marleen
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.Feniks
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 to 12 mi. (15 to 20 km)
Embarkation begins at 2 pm. The 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. 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 to stop for a coffee. 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
If you flying out of Brussels Airport you can take the international train (Intercity). Travel time is 3 hours.
Standard Class Boats
All distances are approximate. Itineraries are subject to change, even on very short notice, due to changing wind and weather conditions, and other unforeseen circumstances having to do with mooring requirements, docking location changes, lock repairs, etc.
Wending & Anna Antal
Day 1: Bruges - Aalterbrug | Aalterbrug - Ghent, 13 mi. (21 km)
Day 2: Ghent - Dendermonde | - Dendermonde - St. Amands, 29 mi. (47 km)
Day 3: St. Amands - Antwerp, 24 mi. (40 km)
Day 4: Antwerpen - Kreekrak locks | Kreekrak locks - Willemstad, 34 or 40 mi. (56 or 65 km)
Day 5: Willemstad - Werkendam | Werkendam - Gorinchem, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 6: Gorinchem - Vianen | Vianen - Utrecht, 30 mi. (50 km)
Day 7: Utrecht - Breukelen | Breukelen - Amsterdam, 24 mi. (40 km)
Day 8: Departure from AmsterdamPortions in italics will be covered by ship.
Day 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 onboard 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 2:15 pm, the barge departs, and you will cycle toward 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 - Dendermonde | Dendermonde - 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. From Dendermonde, you will sail to the small, quiet village of St. Amand for 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 freshwater 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 in 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 - Kreekrak locks | Kreekrak locks - Willemstad, 34 or 40 mi. (56 or 65 km)
This morning you’ll sail through the big harbor of Antwerp, a big difference from the nature reserves and quiet villages of yesterday. But due to the big seagoing vessels and large harbor, cranes it’s a fascinating journey that 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. 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 - Werkendam | Werkendam - 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: Utrecht - Breukelen | Breukelen - Amsterdam, 24 mi. (40 km)
From Gorinchem you will follow the meandering river, Linge, through the Betuwe. This area is known for its orchards and therefore will be covered with blossoms in the months of April and May. Along with the city of Leerdam, famous for its glass, you continue your tour in the 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.
Lena Maria
Day 1: Arrival in Bruges, 6 mi. (11 km)
Day 2: Bruges - Ghent (21 or 36 mi. (35 or 57 km)
Day 3: Ghent - Dendermonde | St. Amads, 24 or 32 mi. (40 or 53 km)
Day 4: St. Amands - Temse - Antwerp, (19 or 31 mi. (32 or 49 km)
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: AmsterdamParts printed in italics will be covered by the ship.
Day 1: Arrival in Bruges
Embarkation time in Bruges is between 1 and 2 pm. The ship awaits you in the Bruges harbor. You may bring your luggage on board at 11 am but the cabins will not be ready for check-in just yet. After a welcome meeting with the crew at 2 pm there is time for bicycle fitting and a short test-ride through the countryside around Bruges. After dinner the guide will take you for a short walk through the center of town.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: Bruges - Ghent (21 or 36 mi. (35 or 57 km)
You will start your first day of cycling by pedaling towards Ghent through the beautiful Flemish landscape along the Ghent canal. On arrival in Ghent make sure you make the effort to discover the best of what this historical city has to offer during an afternoon stroll. Ghent’s medieval center features lovely illuminated streets that are a must to explore, while the architectural richness in the center of the city has to be seen to be believed. During the Middle Ages, Ghent was the 2nd largest European city, after Paris. The ship will dock for the night at a lock, in a suburb of Ghent, and approx. 30 cycling minutes from the city center. Before dinner, a small canal boat will take you for a guided tour through the historic city.Day 3: Ghent - Dendermonde | St. Amads, 24 or 32 mi. (40 or 53 km)
In the morning you will spend some time in Ghent and will then 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 4: St. Amands - Temse - Antwerp, (19 or 31 mi. (32 or 49 km
The route follows 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 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.
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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 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
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
- Fluvius
Premium 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
Inclusions
What’s Included
Magnifiques & Zwaantje
- Accommodations for 7 nights in a climate-controlled cabin
- Breakfast, packed lunches, & 6 three-course dinners
- Welcome drink & tour presentation on the first evening
- Coffee & 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 & tourist information (one set per cabin)
- 7-speed city touring bike rental with hand or pedal brakes, pannier, helmet, & water bottle
- Entrance Red Star Line Museum in Antwerp
- Canal trip through Gent
- Fees for ferries
- GPS tracks available for download
- †Wifi
- Accommodation for 7 nights in a climate-controlled cabin
- Breakfast, packed lunches, and 7 three-course dinners
- Complimentary coffee & tea till 4 pm
- Welcome drink & tour presentation on the first evening
- Light daily cleaning of cabin (Fluvius)
- Fully guided bike tours (2nd tour guide will be added onboard the Fluvius with guests of 22 or more)
- Some short city tours
- Detailed maps & tourist information (one set per cabin)
- GPS tracks
- Fluvius: 7-speed city touring bike rental with hand and pedal brakes, pannier, & water bottle
- Fees for ferries
- Helmets on request. Surcharge applies.
- †Wifi
- Accommodations for 7 nights
- 7 breakfast, 6 packed picnic lunches, & 7 three-course dinners
- Coffee & tea on board
- Tour guide
- 24-speed city touring bicycle with higher handlebars & 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, & 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
- †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
Wending, Liza Marleen, & Sailing Home
Feniks
What’s Not Included
Magnifiques & Zwaantje
- One dinner
- Entrance fees & excursions (those not mentioned under "Included")
- Fees for ferries (approx. €5) and Waterbus (approx. €4)
- Beverages (incl. alcohol), available onboard
- Gratuities (at your discretion)
- Dietary requirements on request - surcharge may apply
- Bicycle protection
- Travel Insurance
- 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
- Helmets (available for rental. Please reserve at the time of booking).
- Bicycle protection
- Travel Insurance
- Beverages (incl. alcohol), available on board
- Meals not mentioned
- 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
- Bicycle protection
- Travel Insurance
Fluvius
Wending, Liza Marleen, Feniks, & Sailing Home
Dates & Pricing
Thursday departures
July 7, July 21, August 4, August 18, September 1, September 15, September 29, & October 13, 2022Apr. 29 - June 30 & Aug. 30 - Sept. 30 July 5 - Aug. 25, October 4 - 6 Oct. 11 - 20 Twin $ 2305 £ 1309 $ 2,040 € 1494 ₪ 5509 NZ$ 2542 kr 16443 $ 1,562 $ 2228 £ 1265 $ 1,972 € 1444 ₪ 5325 NZ$ 2457 kr 15893 $ 1,510 $ 2074 £ 1178 $ 1,835 € 1344 ₪ 4956 NZ$ 2287 kr 14792 $ 1,406 Premium twin $ 2614 £ 1484 $ 2,313 € 1694 ₪ 6247 NZ$ 2882 kr 18644 $ 1,772 $ 2537 £ 1440 $ 2,245 € 1644 ₪ 6063 NZ$ 2797 kr 18094 $ 1,719 $ 2382 £ 1353 $ 2,108 € 1544 ₪ 5694 NZ$ 2627 kr 16993 $ 1,615 Upper deck suite $ 3077 £ 1747 $ 2,723 € 1994 ₪ 7353 NZ$ 3392 kr 21946 $ 2,085 $ 3000 £ 1703 $ 2,654 € 1944 ₪ 7169 NZ$ 3307 kr 21396 $ 2,033 $ 2845 £ 1616 $ 2,518 € 1844 ₪ 6800 NZ$ 3137 kr 20295 $ 1,928 Twin/single-use (very limited) $ 3370 £ 1914 $ 2,982 € 2184 ₪ 8054 NZ$ 3716 kr 24037 $ 2,284 $ 3254 £ 1848 $ 2,880 € 2109 ₪ 7777 NZ$ 3588 kr 23212 $ 2,206 $ 3023 £ 1716 $ 2,675 € 1959 ₪ 7224 NZ$ 3333 kr 21561 $ 2,049 Tuesday departures
July 5, July 19, August 2, September 13, September 27, & October 11, 2022Apr. 29 - June 30 & Aug. 30 - Sept. 30 July 5 - Aug. 25, October 4 - 6 Oct. 11 - 20 Twin $ 2305 £ 1309 $ 2,040 € 1494 ₪ 5509 NZ$ 2542 kr 16443 $ 1,562 $ 2228 £ 1265 $ 1,972 € 1444 ₪ 5325 NZ$ 2457 kr 15893 $ 1,510 $ 2074 £ 1178 $ 1,835 € 1344 ₪ 4956 NZ$ 2287 kr 14792 $ 1,406 Upper deck suite $ 3077 £ 1747 $ 2,723 € 1994 ₪ 7353 NZ$ 3392 kr 21946 $ 2,085 $ 3000 £ 1703 $ 2,654 € 1944 ₪ 7169 NZ$ 3307 kr 21396 $ 2,033 $ 2845 £ 1616 $ 2,518 € 1844 ₪ 6800 NZ$ 3137 kr 20295 $ 1,928 Single $ 2953 £ 1677 $ 2,613 € 1914 ₪ 7058 NZ$ 3256 kr 21065 $ 2,002 $ 2845 £ 1616 $ 2,518 € 1844 ₪ 6800 NZ$ 3137 kr 20295 $ 1,928 $ 2645 £ 1502 $ 2,340 € 1714 ₪ 6321 NZ$ 2916 kr 18864 $ 1,792 Twin/single-use (very limited) $ 3370 £ 1914 $ 2,982 € 2184 ₪ 8054 NZ$ 3716 kr 24037 $ 2,284 $ 3254 £ 1848 $ 2,880 € 2109 ₪ 7777 NZ$ 3588 kr 23212 $ 2,206 $ 3023 £ 1716 $ 2,675 € 1959 ₪ 7224 NZ$ 3333 kr 21561 $ 2,049 Thursday departures
June 30, July 14, July 28, August 11, August 25, September 8, & September 22, 2022Apr. 29 - June 30 & Aug. 30 - Sept. 30 July 5 - Aug. 25, October 4 - 6 Oct. 11 - 20 Twin $ 2305 £ 1309 $ 2,040 € 1494 ₪ 5509 NZ$ 2542 kr 16443 $ 1,562 $ 2228 £ 1265 $ 1,972 € 1444 ₪ 5325 NZ$ 2457 kr 15893 $ 1,510 $ 2074 £ 1178 $ 1,835 € 1344 ₪ 4956 NZ$ 2287 kr 14792 $ 1,406 Upper deck suite $ 3077 £ 1747 $ 2,723 € 1994 ₪ 7353 NZ$ 3392 kr 21946 $ 2,085 $ 3000 £ 1703 $ 2,654 € 1944 ₪ 7169 NZ$ 3307 kr 21396 $ 2,033 $ 2845 £ 1616 $ 2,518 € 1844 ₪ 6800 NZ$ 3137 kr 20295 $ 1,928 Twin/single-use (very limited) $ 3370 £ 1914 $ 2,982 € 2184 ₪ 8054 NZ$ 3716 kr 24037 $ 2,284 $ 3254 £ 1848 $ 2,880 € 2109 ₪ 7777 NZ$ 3588 kr 23212 $ 2,206 $ 3023 £ 1716 $ 2,675 € 1959 ₪ 7224 NZ$ 3333 kr 21561 $ 2,049 Thursday departures
Season A: May 11, June 8, June 22, August 31, September 14, & September 28, 2023
Season B: July 20, August 3, & August 17, 2023
Season C: October 12, 2023Season A Season B Season C Twin $ 2483 £ 1410 $ 2,197 € 1609 ₪ 5933 NZ$ 2737 kr 17709 $ 1,683 $ 2390 £ 1357 $ 2,115 € 1549 ₪ 5712 NZ$ 2635 kr 17048 $ 1,620 $ 2236 £ 1270 $ 1,978 € 1449 ₪ 5343 NZ$ 2465 kr 15948 $ 1,515 Premium twin $ 2791 £ 1585 $ 2,470 € 1809 ₪ 6671 NZ$ 3078 kr 19910 $ 1,892 $ 2699 £ 1532 $ 2,388 € 1749 ₪ 6450 NZ$ 2976 kr 19249 $ 1,829 $ 2544 £ 1445 $ 2,251 € 1649 ₪ 6081 NZ$ 2805 kr 18149 $ 1,724 Upper deck suite $ 3331 £ 1892 $ 2,948 € 2159 ₪ 7962 NZ$ 3673 kr 23762 $ 2,258 $ 3239 £ 1839 $ 2,866 € 2099 ₪ 7740 NZ$ 3571 kr 23102 $ 2,195 $ 3085 £ 1752 $ 2,729 € 1999 ₪ 7372 NZ$ 3401 kr 22001 $ 2,090 Twin/single-use (limited availability) $ 3632 £ 2062 $ 3,213 € 2354 ₪ 8679 NZ$ 4004 kr 25903 $ 2,461 $ 3493 £ 1983 $ 3,090 € 2264 ₪ 8347 NZ$ 3851 kr 24912 $ 2,367 $ 3261 £ 1852 $ 2,886 € 2114 ₪ 7794 NZ$ 3596 kr 23261 $ 2,210 Tuesday departures
Season A: May 9, May 23, June 6, & June 20, 2023
Season B: July 4, July 18, August 1, & August 15, 2023
Season A Season B Twin $ 2483 £ 1410 $ 2,197 € 1609 ₪ 5933 NZ$ 2737 kr 17709 $ 1,683 $ 2390 £ 1357 $ 2,115 € 1549 ₪ 5712 NZ$ 2635 kr 17048 $ 1,620 Upper deck suite $ 3331 £ 1892 $ 2,948 € 2159 ₪ 7962 NZ$ 3673 kr 23762 $ 2,258 $ 3239 £ 1839 $ 2,866 € 2099 ₪ 7740 NZ$ 3571 kr 23102 $ 2,195 Single $ 3177 £ 1804 $ 2,811 € 2059 ₪ 7593 NZ$ 3503 kr 22661 $ 2,153 $ 3069 £ 1743 $ 2,716 € 1989 ₪ 7335 NZ$ 3384 kr 21891 $ 2,080 Twin/single-use (limited availability) $ 3632 £ 2062 $ 3,213 € 2354 ₪ 8679 NZ$ 4004 kr 25903 $ 2,461 $ 3493 £ 1983 $ 3,090 € 2264 ₪ 8347 NZ$ 3851 kr 24912 $ 2,367 Magnifique IV
Thursday departures
Season A: May 18, June 15, June 29, September 7, & September 21, 2023
Season B: July 13, July 27, August 10, August 24, & October 5, 2023
Season A Season B Twin $ 2483 £ 1410 $ 2,197 € 1609 ₪ 5933 NZ$ 2737 kr 17709 $ 1,683 $ 2390 £ 1357 $ 2,115 € 1549 ₪ 5712 NZ$ 2635 kr 17048 $ 1,620 Upper deck suite $ 3331 £ 1892 $ 2,948 € 2159 ₪ 7962 NZ$ 3673 kr 23762 $ 2,258 $ 3239 £ 1839 $ 2,866 € 2099 ₪ 7740 NZ$ 3571 kr 23102 $ 2,195 Twin/single-use (limited availability) $ 3632 £ 2062 $ 3,213 € 2354 ₪ 8679 NZ$ 4004 kr 25903 $ 2,461 $ 3493 £ 1983 $ 3,090 € 2264 ₪ 8347 NZ$ 3851 kr 24912 $ 2,367 Extra Options
Electric bike rental: $ 177 £ 101 $ 157 € 115 ₪ 424 NZ$ 196 kr 1266 $ 120 Gluten or dairy-free diets: Supplement will apply.
Electric bike rental: $ 185 £ 105 $ 164 € 120 ₪ 443 NZ$ 204 kr 1321 $ 125 Gluten 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
Saturday departures
July 2, July 16, July 30, August 13, August 27, September 10 & September 24, 2022Sept. 24 Apr. 24 - Sept. 23 Small twin/below deck $ 1657 £ 941 $ 1,466 € 1074 ₪ 3961 NZ$ 1827 kr 11820 $ 1,123 $ 1734 £ 985 $ 1,535 € 1124 ₪ 4145 NZ$ 1912 kr 12371 $ 1,175 Regular twin/below deck $ 1734 £ 985 $ 1,535 € 1124 ₪ 4145 NZ$ 1912 kr 12371 $ 1,175 $ 1812 £ 1029 $ 1,603 € 1174 ₪ 4329 NZ$ 1997 kr 12921 $ 1,228 Twin/below deck/single-use $ 2521 £ 1432 $ 2,231 € 1634 ₪ 6026 NZ$ 2780 kr 17984 $ 1,709 $ 2637 £ 1497 $ 2,333 € 1709 ₪ 6302 NZ$ 2908 kr 18809 $ 1,787 Twin upper deck $ 2043 £ 1160 $ 1,808 € 1324 ₪ 4882 NZ$ 2253 kr 14572 $ 1,385 $ 2120 £ 1204 $ 1,876 € 1374 ₪ 5067 NZ$ 2338 kr 15122 $ 1,437 Double bed/upper deck $ 2274 £ 1292 $ 2,013 € 1474 ₪ 5436 NZ$ 2508 kr 16223 $ 1,541 $ 2352 £ 1335 $ 2,081 € 1524 ₪ 5620 NZ$ 2593 kr 16773 $ 1,594 Discount on all departures in April and May. Valid for bookings made after March 9: $ 154 £ 88 $ 137 € 100 ₪ 369 NZ$ 170 kr 1101 $ 105
Discount on single cabins (limited availability) for departures in April and May. Valid for bookings made after March 9: $ 309 £ 175 $ 273 € 200 ₪ 738 NZ$ 340 kr 2201 $ 209
Saturday to Saturday
Low season: July 9, July 23, August 6 & October 8, 2022
Standard season: August 27 & September 24, 2022
High season: September 10, 2022Low season Standard season High season Twin cabin $ 1944 £ 1104 $ 1,720 € 1260 ₪ 4646 NZ$ 2144 kr 13868 $ 1,318 $ 2137 £ 1214 $ 1,891 € 1385 ₪ 5107 NZ$ 2356 kr 15243 $ 1,448 $ 2330 £ 1323 $ 2,062 € 1510 ₪ 5568 NZ$ 2569 kr 16619 $ 1,579 Twin cabin/single-use $ 2723 £ 1546 $ 2,410 € 1765 ₪ 6509 NZ$ 3003 kr 19426 $ 1,846 $ 3009 £ 1709 $ 2,662 € 1950 ₪ 7191 NZ$ 3318 kr 21462 $ 2,039 $ 3271 £ 1858 $ 2,895 € 2120 ₪ 7818 NZ$ 3607 kr 23333 $ 2,217 Sunday departures
April 23, May 7, May 21, June 4, June 18, July 2, July 16, July 30, August 13, August 27, September 10, & September 24, 2023Sept. 24 Apr. 23 - Sept. 10 Small twin/below deck $ 1773 £ 1007 $ 1,569 € 1149 ₪ 4237 NZ$ 1955 kr 12646 $ 1,202 $ 1850 £ 1051 $ 1,637 € 1199 ₪ 4422 NZ$ 2040 kr 13196 $ 1,254 Regular twin/below deck $ 1850 £ 1051 $ 1,637 € 1199 ₪ 4422 NZ$ 2040 kr 13196 $ 1,254 $ 1927 £ 1094 $ 1,705 € 1249 ₪ 4606 NZ$ 2125 kr 13746 $ 1,306 Twin/below deck/single-use $ 2690 £ 1528 $ 2,380 € 1744 ₪ 6429 NZ$ 2966 kr 19189 $ 1,823 $ 2806 £ 1593 $ 2,483 € 1819 ₪ 6706 NZ$ 3094 kr 20014 $ 1,902 Twin upper deck $ 2159 £ 1226 $ 1,910 € 1399 ₪ 5159 NZ$ 2380 kr 15397 $ 1,463 $ 2236 £ 1270 $ 1,978 € 1449 ₪ 5343 NZ$ 2465 kr 15948 $ 1,515 Double bed/upper deck $ 2467 £ 1401 $ 2,183 € 1599 ₪ 5897 NZ$ 2720 kr 17599 $ 1,672 $ 2544 £ 1445 $ 2,251 € 1649 ₪ 6081 NZ$ 2805 kr 18149 $ 1,724 Sailing Home
Saturday departures
Low season: July 1, July 15, July 29, August 12, & October 21, 2023
Standard season: May 20, June 3, June 17, August 26, & October 7, 2023
High season: September 9 & September 23, 2023Low season Standard season High season Twin cabin $ 2129 £ 1209 $ 1,884 € 1380 ₪ 5089 NZ$ 2348 kr 15188 $ 1,443 $ 2345 £ 1332 $ 2,075 € 1520 ₪ 5605 NZ$ 2586 kr 16729 $ 1,590 $ 2554 £ 1450 $ 2,260 € 1655 ₪ 6103 NZ$ 2816 kr 18215 $ 1,731 Twin cabin/single-use $ 2986 £ 1695 $ 2,642 € 1935 ₪ 7136 NZ$ 3292 kr 21297 $ 2,024 $ 3302 £ 1875 $ 2,922 € 2140 ₪ 7892 NZ$ 3641 kr 23553 $ 2,238 $ 3588 £ 2037 $ 3,174 € 2325 ₪ 8574 NZ$ 3956 kr 25589 $ 2,431 Extra Options
Fluvius
Electric bike: $ 154 £ 88 $ 137 € 100 ₪ 369 NZ$ 170 kr 1101 $ 105 Helmet rental (please reserve at the time of booking): $ 15 £ 9 $ 14 € 10 ₪ 37 NZ$ 17 kr 110 $ 10
Sailing Home
Electric bike: $ 144 £ 81 $ 127 € 93 ₪ 343 NZ$ 158 kr 1024 $ 97 Gluten-Free, Celiac, or Vegan Diet: $ 77 £ 44 $ 68 € 50 ₪ 184 NZ$ 85 kr 550 $ 52 Child's 21-speed bike with helmet (ages 9+): $ 93 £ 53 $ 82 € 60 ₪ 221 NZ$ 102 kr 660 $ 63 Tag-Along Bike with helmet (ages 5-9): on request
Bike Seat with helmet (age 11 mos-5 yrs): $ 23 £ 13 $ 20 € 15 ₪ 55 NZ$ 26 kr 165 $ 16 Bike Trailer: $ 307 £ 174 $ 272 € 199 ₪ 734 NZ$ 339 kr 2190 $ 208 Children's discounts are available!Fluvius
Electric bike: $ 162 £ 92 $ 143 € 105 ₪ 387 NZ$ 179 kr 1156 $ 110 Helmet rental (please reserve at the time of booking): $ 15 £ 9 $ 14 € 10 ₪ 37 NZ$ 17 kr 110 $ 10
Sailing Home
Electric bike: $ 147 £ 83 $ 130 € 95 ₪ 350 NZ$ 162 kr 1046 $ 99 Gluten-Free, Celiac, or Vegan Diet: $ 77 £ 44 $ 68 € 50 ₪ 184 NZ$ 85 kr 550 $ 52 Children's discounts are available as well as youth bicycles, tag-alongs, bike trailers, & child bike seats.
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
Saturday departure
July 9, 2022Twin $ 2228 £ 1265 $ 1,972 € 1444 ₪ 5325 NZ$ 2457 kr 15893 $ 1,510 Twin/single-use $ 3254 £ 1848 $ 2,880 € 2109 ₪ 7777 NZ$ 3588 kr 23212 $ 2,206 Saturday departures
Standard season: September 24, 2022
Low season: October 8, 2022Low season Standard season Twin $ 1867 £ 1060 $ 1,652 € 1210 ₪ 4462 NZ$ 2059 kr 13317 $ 1,265 $ 2052 £ 1165 $ 1,816 € 1330 ₪ 4905 NZ$ 2263 kr 14638 $ 1,391 Twin/single-use $ 2608 £ 1481 $ 2,307 € 1690 ₪ 6232 NZ$ 2875 kr 18600 $ 1,767 $ 2870 £ 1630 $ 2,540 € 1860 ₪ 6859 NZ$ 3164 kr 20471 $ 1,945 Superior (15 m2)/twin-use $ 2191 £ 1244 $ 1,939 € 1420 ₪ 5236 NZ$ 2416 kr 15628 $ 1,485 $ 2392 £ 1358 $ 2,116 € 1550 ₪ 5716 NZ$ 2637 kr 17059 $ 1,621 Superior(15 m2)/triple-use $ 1736 £ 986 $ 1,536 € 1125 ₪ 4149 NZ$ 1914 kr 12382 $ 1,176 $ 1898 £ 1078 $ 1,679 € 1230 ₪ 4536 NZ$ 2093 kr 13537 $ 1,286 Saturday departures
October 8, 2022Premium twin cabin $ 2261 £ 1284 $ 2,000 € 1465 ₪ 5402 NZ$ 2492 kr 16124 $ 1,532 Regular twin cabin $ 1929 £ 1095 $ 1,707 € 1250 ₪ 4610 NZ$ 2127 kr 13757 $ 1,307 Single cabin $ 2415 £ 1371 $ 2,137 € 1565 ₪ 5771 NZ$ 2663 kr 17224 $ 1,637 Bunk bed cabin/single-use $ 1643 £ 933 $ 1,454 € 1065 ₪ 3927 NZ$ 1812 kr 11721 $ 1,114 Saturday departure
July 8, 2023Twin $ 2236 £ 1270 $ 1,978 € 1449 ₪ 5343 NZ$ 2465 kr 15948 $ 1,515 Twin/single-use $ 3261 £ 1852 $ 2,886 € 2114 ₪ 7794 NZ$ 3596 kr 23261 $ 2,210 Saturday departures
Standard season: June 24 & September 30, 2023Standard season Twin $ 2253 £ 1279 $ 1,993 € 1460 ₪ 5384 NZ$ 2484 kr 16069 $ 1,527 Superior (15 m2)/twin-use $ 2623 £ 1490 $ 2,321 € 1700 ₪ 6269 NZ$ 2892 kr 18710 $ 1,778 Superior(15 m2)/triple-use $ 2083 £ 1183 $ 1,843 € 1350 ₪ 4978 NZ$ 2297 kr 14858 $ 1,412 Twin/single-use $ 3148 £ 1787 $ 2,785 € 2040 ₪ 7523 NZ$ 3471 kr 22452 $ 2,133 Extra Options
Zwaantje
Electric bike rental: $ 177 £ 101 $ 157 € 115 ₪ 424 NZ$ 196 kr 1266 $ 120
Liza Marleen
Electric bike: $ 131 £ 74 $ 116 € 85 ₪ 313 NZ$ 145 kr 936 $ 89 Gluten-Free, Celiac, or Vegan Diet: $ 77 £ 44 $ 68 € 50 ₪ 184 NZ$ 85 kr 550 $ 52 Children's discounts are available!
Child's 21-speed bike with helmet (ages 9+),tag-Along Bike with helmet (ages 5-9), bike Seat with helmet (age 11 mos-5 yrs), & bike trailer are also available. Pricing on request.Feniks
Electric bike: $ 74 £ 42 $ 66 € 48 ₪ 177 NZ$ 82 kr 528 $ 50
Zwaantje
Electric bike rental: $ 185 £ 105 $ 164 € 120 ₪ 443 NZ$ 204 kr 1321 $ 125
Liza Marleen
Electric bike: $ 147 £ 83 $ 130 € 95 ₪ 350 NZ$ 162 kr 1046 $ 99 Gluten-Free, Celiac, or Vegan Diet: $ 77 £ 44 $ 68 € 50 ₪ 184 NZ$ 85 kr 550 $ 52 Children's discounts are available!
Child's 21-speed bike with helmet (ages 9+),tag-Along Bike with helmet (ages 5-9), bike Seat with helmet (age 11 mos-5 yrs), & bike trailer are also available. Pricing on request.
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
Wending
Saturday departures
August 13, 2022Twin/double cabin: $ 1906 £ 1082 $ 1,686 € 1235 ₪ 4554 NZ$ 2101 kr 13592 $ 1,292 Single cabin: $ 2214 £ 1257 $ 1,959 € 1435 ₪ 5292 NZ$ 2441 kr 15794 $ 1,501 Triple cabin: $ 1775 £ 1008 $ 1,570 € 1150 ₪ 4241 NZ$ 1956 kr 12657 $ 1,203
Anna Antal
Saturday departures
Low season: July 22, & August 5, 2023
Standard season: May 27, June 10, June 24, August 19, September 2, & September 30, 2023
High season: September 16, 2023Low season Standard season High season Twin $ 1906 £ 1082 $ 1,686 € 1235 ₪ 4554 NZ$ 2101 kr 13592 $ 1,292 $ 2091 £ 1187 $ 1,850 € 1355 ₪ 4997 NZ$ 2305 kr 14913 $ 1,417 $ 2268 £ 1288 $ 2,007 € 1470 ₪ 5421 NZ$ 2501 kr 16179 $ 1,537 Bunk bed $ 1643 £ 933 $ 1,454 € 1065 ₪ 3927 NZ$ 1812 kr 11721 $ 1,114 $ 1798 £ 1021 $ 1,591 € 1165 ₪ 4296 NZ$ 1982 kr 12822 $ 1,218 $ 1952 £ 1108 $ 1,727 € 1265 ₪ 4665 NZ$ 2152 kr 13923 $ 1,323 Bunk bed/single-use $ 2029 £ 1152 $ 1,795 € 1315 ₪ 4849 NZ$ 2237 kr 14473 $ 1,375 $ 2237 £ 1270 $ 1,980 € 1450 ₪ 5347 NZ$ 2467 kr 15959 $ 1,516 $ 2438 £ 1384 $ 2,157 € 1580 ₪ 5827 NZ$ 2688 kr 17389 $ 1,652 Lena Maria
Saturday departure
September 23, 2023Twin $ 2174 £ 1235 $ 1,924 € 1409 ₪ 5196 NZ$ 2397 kr 15507 $ 1,473 Twin/single-use $ 3169 £ 1799 $ 2,804 € 2054 ₪ 7573 NZ$ 3494 kr 22601 $ 2,147 Extra Options
Wending
Electric bike: $ 144 £ 81 $ 127 € 93 ₪ 343 NZ$ 158 kr 1024 $ 97
Gluten-Free, Celiac, or Vegan Diet: $ 77 £ 44 $ 68 € 50 ₪ 184 NZ$ 85 kr 550 $ 52Child'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): $ 23 £ 13 $ 20 € 15 ₪ 55 NZ$ 26 kr 165 $ 16
Bike Trailer: $ 307 £ 174 $ 272 € 199 ₪ 734 NZ$ 339 kr 2190 $ 208
Children's discounts are available!
Anna Antal
Electric bike: $ 147 £ 83 $ 130 € 95 ₪ 350 NZ$ 162 kr 1046 $ 99 Gluten-Free, Celiac, or Vegan diet: $ 77 £ 44 $ 68 € 50 ₪ 184 NZ$ 85 kr 550 $ 52 Children's discounts are available!
Child's 21-speed bike with helmet (ages 9+), tag-along bike with helmet (ages 5-9), bike seat with helmet (age 11 mos-5 yrs), & bike trailer are also available. Pricing on request.Lena Maria
Electric bike: $ 185 £ 105 $ 164 € 120 ₪ 443 NZ$ 204 kr 1321 $ 125
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 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.
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
Wanting to spend extra time in Amsterdam or Bruges? May we advise Booking.com for researching and reserving your extra nights. You can read a detailed description of the hotels offered including a clear listing of amenities, but more importantly, can read customer reviews and ratings.
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.
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