North Holland Tour
Netherlands Bike + Barge Tours
Bike & boat through Northern Holland & the Lake District
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Overview
During this bike and boat tour in Northern Holland, you will explore the best of the urban north, such as Amsterdam, Alkmaar, and Volendam, but also the best of the rural landscape.
You will bike the flat “polder” landscapes, the North Sea coast, towering sand dunes, long sandy beaches, historic windmills, the island of Texel and the many picturesque harbor towns along the coast of IJsselmeer Lake. This is a tour not to be missed!
Each boat has a slightly different itinerary so please be sure to check corresponding itineraries to see what will be highlighted on each boat.
Highlights
- Typical fishing villages of Volendam and Enkhuizen
- Isle of Texel with its thousands of sheep and magnificent nature reserve
- Alkmaar, the capital of cheese
- Land of Leeghwater, Purmer, and the Beemster
- AMSTERDAM!
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Itinerary
*All distances are approximate. The itinerary is subject to change sometimes without prior notice. Some waterways may be subject to occasional closures due to drought, storms, floods, canal or lock repairs, or other unforeseen circumstances that make navigation unsafe or impossible. The captain reserves the right to make any changes deemed necessary. Each boat has a slightly different itinerary, so be sure to check each boat's daily itinerary and what is included and not included.
Day 1: Embarkation: Amsterdam
Day 2: Zaandam - Zaanse Schans - Alkmaar, 27 mi. (44 km)
Day 3: Dune tour, Alkmaar - Alkmaar, 20 or 25 mi. (33 or 40 km) | Alkmaar - Den Helder
Day 4: Ferry to North Sea island of Texel: cycling round trips from ‘t Horntje, 20 or 31 mi. (34 or 51 km)| Den Helder - Den Oever
Day 5: Den Oever - Stavoren | South-west Friesland, round trip from/to Stavoren, 27 or 34 miles (43 or 55 km)
Day 6: Stavoren - Medemblik | Medemblik - Hoorn - Enkhuizen, 23 or 31 miles (39 or 51 km)
Day 7: Enkhuizen - Volendam | Volendam - Waterland - Amsterdam, 17 or 31 mi. (28 or 50 km)
Day 8: AmsterdamParts in italics are covered by ship.
Day 1: Embarkation: Amsterdam
When embarking on your cruise, keep in mind that check-in is between 2 and 4:30 pm in Amsterdam. This gives you the perfect opportunity to go shopping, explore downtown Amsterdam, take a canal cruise, or visit a museum. At 5 pm, you will enjoy a welcome drink and receive important safety instructions, followed by dinner and the first briefing on board. While you dine, the boat navigates on a short cruise to Zaandam.Day 2: Zaandam - Zaanse Schans - Alkmaar, 27 mi. (44 km)
As you embark on your first cycling trip, prepare to be amazed by the beautiful and flat green polder landscape as you pass through small villages. Your first stop will be at the Zaanse Schans open-air museum, which offers free entry and features traditional Old Dutch wooden houses, windmills, and even a cheese- and clog factory. After your visit, continue your journey through the stunning "Land of Leeghwater", a verdant polder area located between Amsterdam, Alkmaar, and Hoorn. Take some time to stroll through the former whaler's village of De Rijp and catch a glimpse of the picturesque windmills in Schermerhorn. Finally, as you wrap up your cycling adventure, your ship will be waiting for you near the historic city center of Alkmaar.Day 3: Dune tour, Alkmaar - Alkmaar, 20 or 25 mi. (33 or 40 km) | Alkmaar - Den Helder
Today offers the opportunity to discover the beautiful North-Holland Dune reserve, which spans over 5,300 hectares of forest and dune areas with unique landscapes. It is worth noting that the drinking water for almost the entire province of North Holland is sourced from these dunes. After exploring the stunning beaches and artists village of Bergen, the day will culminate with a return to Alkmaar where you can immerse yourself in the wonderful city center. In the afternoon, your ship will sail over the North-Holland Canal to the Navy harbor of Den Helder.Day 4: Ferry to North Sea island of Texel: cycling round trips from ‘t Horntje, 20 or 31 mi. (34 or 51 km)| Den Helder - Den Oever
After breakfast, a 20-minute ferry ride (ticket included) from Den Helder to the isle of Texel awaits you. The island offers beautiful cycling tours through meadows, nature parks, and dunes, with stops at small villages and opportunities for a refreshing dip at the sandy North Sea beach or a visit to the "Ecomare" seal sanctuary. In the late afternoon, the ferry will take you back to Den Helder, where you can enjoy dinner on board as the ship sails to Den Oever.Day 5: Den Oever - Stavoren | South-west Friesland, round trip from/to Stavoren, 27 or 34 miles (43 or 55 km)
The vessel will embark on a journey across the vast inland lake IJsselmeer, eventually reaching the charming harbor of Stavoren in the province of Friesland. There, you'll have the option to embark on a shorter or longer cycling tour. Discover the stunning nature area of Gaasterland or explore a portion of Friesland's famous lake district. You may also choose to combine both options to create a more comprehensive experience. Spend the night in the cozy harbor of Stavoren, which is one of the well-known traditional 11 cities of Friesland.Day 6: Stavoren - Medemblik | Medemblik - Hoorn - Enkhuizen, 23 or 31 miles (39 or 51 km)
During breakfast, the ship will once again cross the IJsselmeer. For a shorter cycling tour, take a ride from Medemblik along the IJsselmeer coast to Enkhuizen, where you can spend the afternoon exploring the centuries-old maritime traditions of the "herring city." Enkhuizen features a beautiful old harbor, a historic town center, and the fascinating Zuiderzeemuseum. If you prefer a longer cycling tour, ride from Medemblik to the former Dutch East India Company town of Hoorn, which was one of the world's leading harbors in the 17th century. Take a lunch break and stroll around the charming old city center before continuing by bicycle to Enkhuizen via some picturesque rural villages. In the evening, you can opt for a short city walk to wrap up your day.Day 7: Enkhuizen - Volendam | Volendam - Waterland - Amsterdam, 17 or 31 mi. (28 or 50 km)
The ship will set sail to Volendam in the morning from which the cycling route will take you through the picturesque area of Waterland, characterized by its abundance of small lakes and canals. A visit to a cheese farm near Volendam is highly recommended. For those who want to add some extra cycling miles, there's the option to take a tour to the former island of Marken, and then continue through Waterland back to Amsterdam. The remainder of the day and evening are at your leisure to explore Amsterdam's many attractions. If you haven't taken a canal cruise yet, today is a perfect opportunity to do so.Day 8: Amsterdam
After breakfast, disembarkation, and the end of the tour.Average biking distance per day 35 to 55 km
Day 1: Arrival in Amsterdam | Check-in from 3:30-4:30 | Merlijn sails for Zaandam
Day 2: Zaandam - Alkmaar
Day 3: Alkmaar - Den Helder
Day 4: Den Helder - Texel
Day 5: Texel - Wadden Sea - Stavoren
Day 6: Stavoren - Lemmer - Urk
Day 7: Urk - Lelystad - Amsterdam
Day 8: Amsterdam | Disembarkation following breakfast, by 9 amDay 1: Amsterdam
Welcome aboard the Merlijn in Amsterdam, where you will check in between 3:30 PM and 4:30 PM. After boarding, the crew will offer you a welcome drink and provide information on the tour, the ship, and offer you a safety briefing. Then, the Merlijn will set sail for Zaandam, where you will stay overnight. During dinner, you will arrive in Zaandam, and in the evening, there will be time for a city walk through Zaandam.Day 2: Zaandam - Alkmaar
After enjoying your first breakfast on board, you can try out your bike and explore ‘de Zaanse Schans’, which is famous for its open-air museum and windmills. You might want to visit one of the mills and experience the real ancient Dutch history. Afterward, the bike tour gets underway, and you will cycle to Alkmaar through an attractive Dutch landscape, along the rest of the Zaanse Schans. After dinner, the crew offers an evening stroll through this pretty city, well known for its open-air-cheese market, unfortunately on Fridays only.Day 3: Alkmaar - Den Helder
Today’s bike tour leads you through a part of the Netherlands known as ‘Dutch nature at its purest,’ meadows, canals, farmhouses, and more. Your tour ends in Den Helder, the most northern part of the province ‘North-Holland,’ where you will stay overnight.The town of Den Helder is surrounded by beautiful nature, with expansive beaches and dunes nearby, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can take a stroll along the beach, go bird-watching, or even take a boat tour to explore the local waterways.
In addition to its natural beauty, Den Helder also has a rich history and several historic landmarks, including a 16th-century church and a 19th-century lighthouse.
Day 4: Den Helder - Texel
While you enjoy your breakfast, the Captain steers the Merlijn to the isle of Texel. You will sail very close to open sea, and if you look very carefully, you can see England. Arrived in Texel, you will have the opportunity to cycle this island. Here are dunes, beaches, and lots of great bike paths. You will have the chance to visit a cheese farm today or tomorrow, and if you want to take a break from cycling, you will definitely enjoy the nature and the sea. There are many local dishes on the island. Tonight you will enjoy this local cuisine while having dinner in one of the many restaurants here.Day 5: Texel - Wadden Sea - Stavoren
This morning, we will stay longer on the island of Texel, so you will be able to cycle more on this beautiful island. Early afternoon, we will sail across the Wadden Sea to Stavoren. The Wadden Sea sailing gives you a stunning view of the shallow body of water with tidal flats and wetlands. It has a high biological diversity and is an important area for both breeding and migrating birds. It is also possible you will be able to spot some seals. Early evening, we will arrive in Stavoren. Enjoy your stroll through this ancient harbor city with many monuments to see.Day 6: Stavoren - Lemmer - Urk
Your bike tour starts in Stavoren and takes you through the charming landscape of province ‘Friesland’ - with lots of small canals and lakes - to Lemmer. Here you will board the Merlijn, and sail to Urk, a former fishing village. Your evening walk through this village after dinner will be very interesting to you.Day 7: Urk - Lelystad - Amsterdam
Early morning, we motor from Urk to Lelystad, along the coast of our new land. Your bike tour of today will be in the ‘new land,’ our youngest province called Flevoland. Once this was the ‘Zuiderzee,’ an open sea. Flevoland has been reclaimed in the sixties and has become the 12th province of the Netherlands. After you board the Merlijn again, we have a wonderful afternoon of cruising. Have that last drink or finally read that book you brought! This evening there will be a farewell dinner.Day 8: Amsterdam
Disembarkation after breakfast.Zwaan, Liza Marleen, Wending, & Anna Antal
*On the above boats, it is possible to do the tour as self-guided with route descriptions. Please specify at the time of booking if you wish to do this. Maps are available for a small, additional fee. Ask us for details.
Day 1: Boarding in Amsterdam by pm; optional cycling, 9 mi. (15 km)
Day 2: Amsterdam - Volendam, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 3: Hoorn - Enkhuizen, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 4: Enkhuizen - Medemblik, sailing to Texel, 23 mi. (35 km)
Day 5: Texel, roundtrip, 22/30/41 mi. (35/48/62 km)
Day 6: Texel - sail to Den Helder and cycle to Alkmaar, 37 mi. (60 km)
Day 7: Alkmaar – Zaanse Schans - Amsterdam, 37 mi. (60 km)
Day 8: Departure*All distances are approximate. The above-planned itinerary is 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.
Day 1: Boarding in Amsterdam by 4 pm; optional cycling, 9 mi. (20 km)
Boarding begins between 3 & 4 pm. The mooring location in Amsterdam is the Oosterdok, near the Nemo Science Museum. Please be prompt and plan on having completed your embarkation by 4 pm. You can bring your luggage on board at noon but the cabins will not be ready for check-in. When you arrive onboard, you can put your baggage away in your cabin and then enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. It is a great time to become acquainted with the guide, skipper, crew, and of course, your fellow passengers. The bicycles are distributed and straight from the moorings of the boat, you can have a short bike trip through quiet parts of town. If time permits, you can also bike outside the city.Amsterdam first saw the light of day as a simple village at the mouth of the Amstel River but expanded rapidly with its famous rings of canals in the Golden Age (18th century). The palace on the Dam Square is sometimes called the 8th wonder of the world because it is built on 13,659 piles. Amsterdam, as we know it today, is famous for being able to cater to all tastes, including lovers of diamonds. In the evening, you dine on board. During the meal, the plans for the rest of the week are discussed.
Day 2: Amsterdam - Volendam, sailing to Hoorn, 28 mi. (45 km)
Shortly after you begin to cycle, a ferry takes you to the Amsterdam Noord quarter and soon you will be cycling through the rural area of Waterland. In this soggy peatland, the houses and villages are barely above the level of the water. You will visit the former Isle of Marken. It was not until 1957 that this island was connected to the mainland by a dike and it has retained its own particular character. The inhabitants are the only ones allowed to use their cars, so Marken can only be visited on foot or by bike. The route continues to the historic village of Monnickendam, which received its municipal charter in 1355. Gouwzee dike to Volendam is next on the agenda. Originally Volendam was a small fishing community. Practically all its inhabitants used to wear their distinctive and picturesque traditional costumes. Volendam started as a settlement when Edam dug its new, shorter waterway to the Zuiderzee in the 14th century. The old harbor became superfluous, a new dike was built and soon farmers and fishermen settled down. In the second half of the 15th century, a new village came into being: Volendam. From Volendam, you sail in a northerly direction towards the city of Hoorn. Hoorn was a major trading town in the 17th century. From here ships sailed for the Dutch East Indies, (now Indonesia), America, Scandinavia, and the Mediterranean. The most beautiful gable is in the former town hall; the Statenpoort which houses an interesting museum with paintings and exhibits concerning the V.O.C. The V.O.C. (United East Indies Dutch Trading Company) was a very powerful almost monopolistic trading company in the 17th century. During the evening walk, you will have the opportunity to get a good impression of this beautiful city with its rich past.Day 3: Hoorn - Enkhuizen, 28 mi. (45 km)
You continue on the dike with a wonderful view over the Markermeer on your right and West-Frisian villages on your left-hand side. The recently (1976) built dike from Enkhuizen to Lelystad (in the Noordoostpolder) appears on the horizon. This was meant to be a polder dike for a huge new polder: the Markerwaard. However, the plans were never executed. The environment and fresh water supply became more important. So today the dike is there, but no polder…
The trip for today ends in Enkhuizen, a town that came into existence when two adjoining villages joined. You can end your day with a visit to the Zuiderzeemuseum. This museum showcases the history of everyday life around the Zuiderzee until the middle of the 20th century.Day 4: Enkhuizen - Medemblik, sailing to Texel, 23 mi. (35 km)
If you haven't visited the Zuiderzeemuseum yesterday you'll have some time for a visit this morning. This museum, which consists of an indoor and outdoor part, shows you the history of everyday life around the Zuiderzee until the middle of the 20th century. The cycling route begins over the dike of the IJsselmeer, but we leave it to ride through a nature reserve and then some of the characteristic villages of West Friesland. Medemblik comes into view, one of the old Zuiderzee harbors with an illustrious past and a castle dating from the 13th century. You take a break here, and if you wish, you can board the boat.After Medemblik, the route goes through a polder, Wieringermeer, which was created at the same time as the famous Afsluitdijk in 1932. This created new land out of the old Zuiderzee and turned the inland sea (IJsselmeer) into the largest sweet water basin in The Netherlands.
The food crisis resulting from the 1st World War created a need for more agricultural land so, in 1927, work on the Wieringermeer commenced. The dikes and pumping stations were built in the open sea. The polder itself was reclaimed during a period of mass unemployment and most of the work for preparing the land for agricultural use was done by hand and horsepower.
Halfway over the polder, you can step onboard again or otherwise ride through a forest to the fishing town of Den Oever. Sail by boat over the Wadden Sea to the harbor of the island of Texel.
Day 5: Texel, roundtrip, 22/30/41 mi. (35/48/62 km)
Today you could if you would like, you can visit the beach or take a bike ride on the island of Texel. There are numerous bicycle paths here. In the north, you have the nature reserve ‘de Slufter’, with an open connection to the sea.The largest village on the island is Den Burg, which could easily be the prototype of the typical Dutch town with its circle of canals around an old church. You will find most of the shops on the island in this village. The local museum is a good representation of island life and is housed in a building dating from 1599. De Koog is the principal bathing resort and is only a stone's throw away from the widest beach on the island. As well as a nature center, which has a lot of information about the flora and fauna to be found on Texel, De Koog has a rescue center for seals.
Cocksdorp is entered through a tunnel of interlocking tree branches, which give it a unique character. If you cycle to the most extreme northerly tip of the island you may be able to see Vlieland, the next island making up the chain of Wadden islands. This part of the island is called the Slufter, a nature reserve open to the sea and the rhythm of the tides.
The villages of Den Doorn, Oosterend, and de Waal have escaped modern architectural influences and are now officially protected. In Den Hoorn, some of the old 'Commandeurs' dwellings have been preserved. These were the houses belonging to the captains of the whaling ships that sailed from Texel. The oldest church is situated in Oosterend. In clear weather, you can see the neighboring island Vlieland. Oudeschild, where the boat is moored, was the entrance port of the island until 1962.
Day 6: Texel - sail to Den Helder and cycle to Alkmaar, 37 mi. (60 km)
The ship takes you back to the mainland, where you disembark in the city of Den Helder, the Dutch naval port, situated at the mouth of the Noord-Hollandskanaal or further south at the canal. Today you ride through the dunes (the dunes between Schoorl and Bergen have the highest dunes in The Netherlands) and over the Hondsbossche Zeewering (seawall) with its spectacular view over the North Sea. On your left, you will see the dunes, and on your right, the sweep of a 5 km long dike keeping the sea at bay. This was at once time all dunes. However, in 1421, in what is known as the St Elizabeth's Floods, the dunes were swept away along with the village of Hondsbossche. The dike replacing the dunes is called the Hondsbossche Sea Dike. If the weather allows you to cross to the island of Texel, you will head straight for Den Helder. Otherwise, you will take a leisurely tour around the land bounded by the dikes. This part of the country, known as the Kop van Noord Holland (head of North Holland), is well known for bulb growing with the town of Anna Paulowna at its center. The bulbs bloom in April and May.The stage ends in Alkmaar, which boasts almost four hundred buildings on the monument list, and typical Old-Dutch canals and harbor. Alkmaar is often called the cheese town as the weighing and selling of cheese in the 'Waag' (weighing house) was a popular activity in the past.
Day 7: Alkmaar – Zaanse Schans - Amsterdam, 37 mi. (60 km)
The last stage of the week takes you through the ‘droogmakerij’ land with the 17th-century towns of Schermerhorn, Graft and De Rijp. You will visit the world-famous hamlet and open-air museum of Zaanse Schans in Zaandam. A unique place where people live and work, with original houses and windmills from the river Zaan area.The last stretch of the trip takes you through ’t Twiske (the Twiske) Leisure Park. Since the beginning of the Christian era, the peat region around the Zaan had been used for cattle grazing. In the peatland, ditches were dug to help to drain the land. The dried peat was used as fuel. Once you are back at the barge in Amsterdam it is time to take leave of your bikes. In the afternoon there is still some time to go into town and after dinner, you may want to finish off your trip by going on a city walk or taking a trip on one of Amsterdam’s canal boats.
Day 8: Amsterdam - Day of departure
Breakfast as usual, and departure by 10 AM.Day 1: Enkhuizen
Day 2: Enkhuizen, 18 -23 mi. (28 - 36 km)
Day 3: Enkhuizen - Lemmer | Lemmer roundtrip, 20 - 28 mi. (32 - 45 km)
Day 4: Lemmer - Stavoren | Stavoren - Oudeschild (Island of Texel), 21 or 30 mi. (33 - 48 km)
Day 5: Island of Texel | Oudeschild - Den Helder, 19 - 31 mi. (31 - 49 km)
Day 6: Den Helder - Sint Maartensvlotbrug - Alkmaar, 21 - 24 mi. (27 - 57 km)
Day 7: Alkmaar - Wormerveer | Wormerveer - Hoorn, 34 mi. (55 km)
Day 8: DepartureParts in italics are covered by the ship. A knowledgeable and multilingual tour leader is available onboard. He/she will provide you with all the necessary tour information during daily briefings. You will cycle the tours independently, at your own pace, with the help of a detailed cycling map, GPS tracks, and printed route notes.
Day 1: Enkhuizen
Check-in on board in the afternoon.Day 2: Enkhuizen, 18 -23 mi. (28 - 36 km)
Today you will discover the pretty harbor town on the banks of the IJsselmeer and its beautiful surroundings.
The city's rich history can still be felt during a walk through the old town with its numerous villas, canals, churches, city walls, and ports. Tip: You should visit the Zuiderzee Museum. If you would like to make a day trip to Amsterdam: The Enkhuizen train station is within walking distance of the berth. There are train connections to Amsterdam and back every 30 minutes. Journey time approx. 1 h (ticket not incl.)Day 3: Enkhuizen - Lemmer | Lemmer roundtrip, 20 - 28 mi. (32 - 45 km)
By ship, you will navigate the IJsselmeer to Lemmer and then begin your loop bike ride over the Oosterzee Buren to the Tjeukemeer, further to Munnekeburen, then around the Rottige Meente over Scherpenzel and Schoterzijl back to Lemmer with its historical old town and the beautiful gable houses. Suggested is a visit to the world's largest still-functioning steam pumping station, “Woudagemaal.”Day 4: Lemmer - Stavoren | Stavoren - Oudeschild (Island of Texel), 21 mi. (33 km)
You cycle today to Sondeler Leien Lake and from there through the woods of Rijsterbos passing the Mokkebank (a birds’ reservation) to the Roode Klif at Stavoren. Back on board, you navigate to Oudeschild on the Island of Texel.Day 5: Island of Texel | Oudeschild - Den Helder, 19 - 31 mi. (31 - 49 km)
Today you will enjoy a loop ride on the biggest North Sea Island of the Netherlands - Texel. There are many distances to choose from today (29, 32, 47, or 70 km). At about 6 pm, back on board the ship, you will navigate to Den Helder.Day 6: Den Helder - Sint Maartensvlotbrug - Alkmaar, 16 or 34 mi. (25 or 55 km)
In the morning your cycle route leads through the dunes to Alkmaar. If you prefer a shorter ride, It is possible to board the Serena in St. Maartensvlotburg and ship the rest of the way to Alkmaar. As an alternative, you wait to start cycling tour in St. Maartensvlotburg.Day 7: Alkmaar - Wormerveer | Wormerveer - Hoorn, 34 mi. (55 km)
In the morning you start from Wormerveer to the open-air museum Zaanse Schans (windmills, ancient Dutch village, cheese factory, etc.) and then continue in the direction of Volendam. On the way, you can visit a cheese dairy in Katwoude. Here you can see how Gouda cheese and traditional Dutch wooden shoes are made. Via Volendam, known as a traditional fishing village with typical authentic cottages, you cycle to Hoorn. Be sure to visit the historic old town with its many buildings from the 17th century (e.g., the harbor tower and the storage houses at the old quai).Day 8: Departure
Disembarkation by 9 am.Itinerary is subject to minor changes in 2024.
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Boats & Bikes
- De Willemstad
Deluxe Class Boat
The De Willemstad, no stranger to river cruising the Danube, is now navigating the rivers and canals of Holland, accommodating cyclists who enjoy the mid-size deluxe vessels with all the amenities of the larger river cruisers. On the upper deck you will find a light-filled common area with large panoramic windows, the perfect place to forge new friendships, and enjoy refreshment. The spacious and partly covered sundeck is a favorite spot for those who want to kick back and enjoy the fresh air… Read More
- Merlijn
Deluxe Class Barge
"The Divine Miss M" as we lovingly call the Merlijn is a diva, for sure. What can we say? Is it the luxurious cabins with the most comfortable beds you have ever slept in? Is it the lovely dining area with the large windows and skylight that let the air, light, and sun pour in? Or perhaps it is the sun deck, where you can relax with newfound friends, sharing good wine and good conversation. We think you will find it is the entire divine package! Step on board and discover for yourself! 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
- 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
- Serena
Comfort Class Boat
After a day of cycling through the beautiful landscape of North Holland, you'll enjoy coming back on board the Serena. Relax with a cup of coffee or tea in the air-conditioned lounge or enjoy the scenery from the partially covered sun 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 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
De Willemstad
- Accommodation for 7 nights
- Breakfast, packed lunches, & 7 three-course dinners
- Daily light cleaning of cabin
- Daily complimentary coffee & tea until 4 pm
- Welcome drink
- Onboard tour leader
- Short city walks with the tour guide
- Ferry to Texel
- Discounts on entrance fees & excursions as mentioned in the program
- Live music on board
- 7-speed unisex city touring bike with 28-inch wheels, handbrakes, gel saddles, & frame lock. Accessories include one rear pannier, repair kit, & pump.
- Roadbook (1 set per cabin)
- GPS tracks
- WiFi in the lounge - data not included
- Accommodation for 7 nights
- Breakfast buffets, packed lunches, & 3-course dinners
- Coffee & tea
- Cycling tour guide
- Minimum of 3 city walks with the tour guide
- 24-speed city touring bicycle (Batavus Boulevard) with high handlebars and more upright riding position equipped with hand brakes, panniers, lock, water bottle, & repair kit
- Bike protection (2024)
- Helmet
- Road book (1 per cabin)
- Ferry fares en route
- Free limited WiFi in lounge & on deck (for more than 100 MB, there will be a surcharge.)
- GPS tracks on request
- Accommodation for 7 nights
- 7 breakfasts (buffets), 6 packed lunches or light lunch on board for non-cyclists, 7 three-course dinners
- Complimentary welcome drink
- Afternoon coffee or tea
- 7-speed unisex touring bike (Velo de Ville) with hand brake and back pedal brakes, or hand brakes only (please specify).
- Pannier
- Roadbook (1 per cabin)
- Onboard tour guide
- GPS tracks
- Harbor, bridge, and lock fees
- Bike protection
- Accommodation for 7 nights
- Complimentary welcome drink
- 7 breakfast buffets, 6 packed lunches, & 6 three-course dinners
- Coffee, tea, & ice water
- Daily cleaning of your cabin
- Supply of bedding, towels, facial tissues, soap, shampoo, sewing kit, vanity kit, bathrobe & slippers
- Cycling tour guide
- Daily tour information meeting
- 27-speed bicycle, including a waterproof pannier, towel, universal helmet, & water bottle
- Canal, bridge & harbor fees
- All ferry fares en route
- Visit to a cheese farm
Zwaan, Liza Marleen, Wending & Anna Antal
Serena
Merlijn
What’s Not Included
De Willemstad
- Coffee & tea on board after 4 pm
- Cycling guide
- Museum/excursion entrance fees not mentioned as included
- Beverages other than those mentioned as included
- Electric bike rental. Available for supplement. See pricing
- Helmets, available on request with supplement, reserve at time of booking. See pricing.
- Ferry fares (Ferry to Texel included)
- Optional excursions (See Additional Information section)
- Gratuities
- Bike protection
- Travel Insurance
- Arrival transfers
- Museum/excursion entrance fees not mentioned as included
- Beverages other than those mentioned as included
- Electric bike rental. Available for supplement. See pricing.
- Gratuities
- Bike protection (2023)
- Travel Insurance
- Beverages other than those mentioned as included
- Cycling guide
- Excursions
- City maps
- Ferry fees
- Gratuities
- Travel Insurance
- 1 dinner
- Drinks other than those mentioned
- Excursions other than those mentioned
- Bike maps
- Gratuities
- Bike protection
- Travel Insurance
Zwaan, Liza Marleen, Wending & Anna Antal
Serena
Merlijn
Dates & Pricing
Dates & Pricing
Deluxe Class
De Willemstad
Saturday Departures
Season A: October 7, 2023
Season B: September 23, & September 30, 2023
Season C: April 29, September 9, & September 16, 2023
Season D: Weekly from May 6 up to and including September 2, 2023Season A Season B Season C Season D Twin/lower deck $ 1356 £ 713 $ 1,177 € 804 kr 119156 ₪ 3325 ¥ 129623 Mex$ 16080 NZ$ 1466 NOK 9389 kr 9713 $ 873 $ 1609 £ 846 $ 1,397 € 954 kr 141386 ₪ 3945 ¥ 153806 Mex$ 19080 NZ$ 1740 NOK 11141 kr 11525 $ 1,036 $ 1796 £ 945 $ 1,559 € 1065 kr 157837 ₪ 4404 ¥ 171702 Mex$ 21300 NZ$ 1942 NOK 12437 kr 12866 $ 1,157 $ 1980 £ 1042 $ 1,719 € 1174 kr 173991 ₪ 4855 ¥ 189275 Mex$ 23480 NZ$ 2141 NOK 13710 kr 14183 $ 1,275 Twin for single-use/lower deck $ 1937 £ 1019 $ 1,681 € 1149 kr 170212 ₪ 4750 ¥ 185164 Mex$ 22970 NZ$ 2094 NOK 13412 kr 13875 $ 1,247 $ 2316 £ 1219 $ 2,011 € 1374 kr 203558 ₪ 5680 ¥ 221439 Mex$ 27470 NZ$ 2505 NOK 16040 kr 16593 $ 1,492 $ 2594 £ 1365 $ 2,252 € 1539 kr 228011 ₪ 6363 ¥ 248041 Mex$ 30770 NZ$ 2805 NOK 17967 kr 18586 $ 1,671 $ 2873 £ 1511 $ 2,494 € 1704 kr 252465 ₪ 7045 ¥ 274642 Mex$ 34070 NZ$ 3106 NOK 19894 kr 20579 $ 1,850 Twin/upper deck $ 1693 £ 891 $ 1,470 € 1004 kr 148796 ₪ 4152 ¥ 161867 Mex$ 20080 NZ$ 1831 NOK 11725 kr 12129 $ 1,090 $ 1946 £ 1024 $ 1,689 € 1154 kr 171027 ₪ 4773 ¥ 186051 Mex$ 23080 NZ$ 2104 NOK 13476 kr 13941 $ 1,253 $ 2132 £ 1122 $ 1,850 € 1264 kr 187329 ₪ 5227 ¥ 203785 Mex$ 25280 NZ$ 2305 NOK 14761 kr 15270 $ 1,373 $ 2401 £ 1263 $ 2,085 € 1424 kr 211042 ₪ 5889 ¥ 229581 Mex$ 28480 NZ$ 2597 NOK 16630 kr 17203 $ 1,547 Twin for single-use/upper deck $ 2443 £ 1285 $ 2,121 € 1449 kr 214673 ₪ 5991 ¥ 233531 Mex$ 28970 NZ$ 2641 NOK 16916 kr 17499 $ 1,573 $ 2822 £ 1485 $ 2,450 € 1674 kr 248019 ₪ 6921 ¥ 269806 Mex$ 33470 NZ$ 3052 NOK 19543 kr 20217 $ 1,818 $ 3117 £ 1640 $ 2,706 € 1849 kr 273954 ₪ 7645 ¥ 298020 Mex$ 36970 NZ$ 3371 NOK 21587 kr 22331 $ 2,008 $ 3050 £ 1605 $ 2,648 € 1809 kr 268026 ₪ 7479 ¥ 291571 Mex$ 36170 NZ$ 3298 NOK 21120 kr 21848 $ 1,964 Suite/upper deck $ 2115 £ 1113 $ 1,836 € 1254 kr 185847 ₪ 5186 ¥ 202173 Mex$ 25080 NZ$ 2287 NOK 14644 kr 15149 $ 1,362 $ 2368 £ 1246 $ 2,055 € 1404 kr 208078 ₪ 5806 ¥ 226356 Mex$ 28080 NZ$ 2560 NOK 16396 kr 16961 $ 1,525 $ 2553 £ 1343 $ 2,216 € 1514 kr 224380 ₪ 6261 ¥ 244091 Mex$ 30280 NZ$ 2761 NOK 17681 kr 18290 $ 1,644 $ 2823 £ 1485 $ 2,451 € 1674 kr 248093 ₪ 6923 ¥ 269886 Mex$ 33480 NZ$ 3053 NOK 19549 kr 20223 $ 1,818
Comfort Class
Zwaan
Saturday Departures
May 6, May 13, June 17, June 24, July 1, July 8, July 22, July 29, & August 12, 2023All Dates Twin/Double Cabin $ 2732 £ 1437 $ 2,372 € 1620 kr 240090 ₪ 6700 ¥ 261180 Mex$ 32400 NZ$ 2954 NOK 18918 kr 19570 $ 1,760 Luxury Double Cabin $ 3069 £ 1615 $ 2,664 € 1820 kr 269730 ₪ 7527 ¥ 293425 Mex$ 36400 NZ$ 3319 NOK 21254 kr 21987 $ 1,977 Small double/front of the boat $ 2361 £ 1242 $ 2,050 € 1400 kr 207485 ₪ 5790 ¥ 225711 Mex$ 28000 NZ$ 2553 NOK 16349 kr 16913 $ 1,521 Small twin for single-use/front of the boat $ 3482 £ 1832 $ 3,023 € 2065 kr 306040 ₪ 8540 ¥ 332924 Mex$ 41300 NZ$ 3766 NOK 24115 kr 24946 $ 2,243 Liza Marleen
Saturday Departures
Low season: August 5, 2023
Standard season: May 20 & June 10, 2023
High season: September 16, 2023Low Standard High Regular Twin $ 2175 £ 1145 $ 1,889 € 1290 kr 191183 ₪ 5335 ¥ 207977 Mex$ 25800 NZ$ 2352 NOK 15065 kr 15584 $ 1,401 $ 2403 £ 1264 $ 2,086 € 1425 kr 211190 ₪ 5893 ¥ 229742 Mex$ 28500 NZ$ 2599 NOK 16641 kr 17215 $ 1,548 $ 2614 £ 1375 $ 2,269 € 1550 kr 229716 ₪ 6410 ¥ 249895 Mex$ 31000 NZ$ 2826 NOK 18101 kr 18725 $ 1,684 Superior Twin (15 m²) $ 2546 £ 1340 $ 2,211 € 1510 kr 223787 ₪ 6245 ¥ 243446 Mex$ 30200 NZ$ 2754 NOK 17634 kr 18242 $ 1,640 $ 2808 £ 1477 $ 2,438 € 1665 kr 246759 ₪ 6886 ¥ 268435 Mex$ 33300 NZ$ 3036 NOK 19444 kr 20114 $ 1,808 $ 3035 £ 1597 $ 2,635 € 1800 kr 266766 ₪ 7444 ¥ 290200 Mex$ 36000 NZ$ 3282 NOK 21020 kr 21745 $ 1,955 Twin for single-use $ 3069 £ 1615 $ 2,664 € 1820 kr 269730 ₪ 7527 ¥ 293425 Mex$ 36400 NZ$ 3319 NOK 21254 kr 21987 $ 1,977 $ 3381 £ 1779 $ 2,935 € 2005 kr 297148 ₪ 8292 ¥ 323251 Mex$ 40100 NZ$ 3656 NOK 23414 kr 24222 $ 2,178 $ 3710 £ 1952 $ 3,221 € 2200 kr 326048 ₪ 9098 ¥ 354689 Mex$ 44000 NZ$ 4012 NOK 25692 kr 26577 $ 2,390 Superior twin for triple use (15 m²) $ 2024 £ 1065 $ 1,757 € 1200 kr 177844 ₪ 4963 ¥ 193467 Mex$ 24000 NZ$ 2188 NOK 14014 kr 14497 $ 1,303 $ 2218 £ 1167 $ 1,925 € 1315 kr 194888 ₪ 5438 ¥ 212007 Mex$ 26300 NZ$ 2398 NOK 15357 kr 15886 $ 1,428 $ 2411 £ 1269 $ 2,093 € 1430 kr 211931 ₪ 5914 ¥ 230548 Mex$ 28600 NZ$ 2608 NOK 16700 kr 17275 $ 1,553 Serena
Saturday Departures
Season A: October 7, 2023
Season B: September 30, 2023
Season C: September 23, 2023
Season D: April 29, September 9, & September 16, 2023
Season E: May 6, May 13, May 20, May 27, June 3, June 10, June 17, June 24, July 1, July 8, July 15, July 22, July 29, August 5, August 12, August 26, & September 2, 2023Season A Season B Season C Season D Season E Main Deck Main deck - Twin cabin $ 1177 £ 619 $ 1,022 € 698 kr 103446 ₪ 2887 ¥ 112533 Mex$ 13960 NZ$ 1273 NOK 8151 kr 8432 $ 758 $ 1346 £ 708 $ 1,168 € 798 kr 118266 ₪ 3300 ¥ 128655 Mex$ 15960 NZ$ 1455 NOK 9319 kr 9640 $ 867 $ 1430 £ 752 $ 1,241 € 848 kr 125677 ₪ 3507 ¥ 136717 Mex$ 16960 NZ$ 1546 NOK 9903 kr 10244 $ 921 $ 1599 £ 841 $ 1,388 € 948 kr 140497 ₪ 3921 ¥ 152839 Mex$ 18960 NZ$ 1729 NOK 11071 kr 11452 $ 1,030 $ 1852 £ 974 $ 1,607 € 1098 kr 162728 ₪ 4541 ¥ 177022 Mex$ 21960 NZ$ 2002 NOK 12822 kr 13264 $ 1,193 Main deck - Junior suite $ 1261 £ 664 $ 1,095 € 748 kr 110856 ₪ 3093 ¥ 120594 Mex$ 14960 NZ$ 1364 NOK 8735 kr 9036 $ 812 $ 1430 £ 752 $ 1,241 € 848 kr 125677 ₪ 3507 ¥ 136717 Mex$ 16960 NZ$ 1546 NOK 9903 kr 10244 $ 921 $ 1514 £ 797 $ 1,315 € 898 kr 133087 ₪ 3714 ¥ 144778 Mex$ 17960 NZ$ 1638 NOK 10487 kr 10848 $ 975 $ 1683 £ 886 $ 1,461 € 998 kr 147907 ₪ 4127 ¥ 160900 Mex$ 19960 NZ$ 1820 NOK 11655 kr 12056 $ 1,084 $ 1936 £ 1019 $ 1,681 € 1148 kr 170138 ₪ 4748 ¥ 185083 Mex$ 22960 NZ$ 2093 NOK 13406 kr 13868 $ 1,247 Main deck - Single cabin (1 bed)* $ 1177 £ 619 $ 1,022 € 698 kr 103446 ₪ 2887 ¥ 112533 Mex$ 13960 NZ$ 1273 NOK 8151 kr 8432 $ 758 $ 1346 £ 708 $ 1,168 € 798 kr 118266 ₪ 3300 ¥ 128655 Mex$ 15960 NZ$ 1455 NOK 9319 kr 9640 $ 867 $ 1430 £ 752 $ 1,241 € 848 kr 125677 ₪ 3507 ¥ 136717 Mex$ 16960 NZ$ 1546 NOK 9903 kr 10244 $ 921 $ 1599 £ 841 $ 1,388 € 948 kr 140497 ₪ 3921 ¥ 152839 Mex$ 18960 NZ$ 1729 NOK 11071 kr 11452 $ 1,030 $ 1852 £ 974 $ 1,607 € 1098 kr 162728 ₪ 4541 ¥ 177022 Mex$ 21960 NZ$ 2002 NOK 12822 kr 13264 $ 1,193 Promenade Deck Promenade deck - Twin cabin $ 1430 £ 752 $ 1,241 € 848 kr 125677 ₪ 3507 ¥ 136717 Mex$ 16960 NZ$ 1546 NOK 9903 kr 10244 $ 921 $ 1599 £ 841 $ 1,388 € 948 kr 140497 ₪ 3921 ¥ 152839 Mex$ 18960 NZ$ 1729 NOK 11071 kr 11452 $ 1,030 $ 1767 £ 930 $ 1,534 € 1048 kr 155317 ₪ 4334 ¥ 168961 Mex$ 20960 NZ$ 1911 NOK 12239 kr 12660 $ 1,138 $ 1852 £ 974 $ 1,607 € 1098 kr 162728 ₪ 4541 ¥ 177022 Mex$ 21960 NZ$ 2002 NOK 12822 kr 13264 $ 1,193 $ 2020 £ 1063 $ 1,754 € 1198 kr 177548 ₪ 4955 ¥ 193144 Mex$ 23960 NZ$ 2185 NOK 13990 kr 14473 $ 1,301 Promenade deck - Single cabin (1 bed)* $ 1430 £ 752 $ 1,241 € 848 kr 125677 ₪ 3507 ¥ 136717 Mex$ 16960 NZ$ 1546 NOK 9903 kr 10244 $ 921 $ 1599 £ 841 $ 1,388 € 948 kr 140497 ₪ 3921 ¥ 152839 Mex$ 18960 NZ$ 1729 NOK 11071 kr 11452 $ 1,030 $ 1767 £ 930 $ 1,534 € 1048 kr 155317 ₪ 4334 ¥ 168961 Mex$ 20960 NZ$ 1911 NOK 12239 kr 12660 $ 1,138 $ 1852 £ 974 $ 1,607 € 1098 kr 162728 ₪ 4541 ¥ 177022 Mex$ 21960 NZ$ 2002 NOK 12822 kr 13264 $ 1,193 $ 2020 £ 1063 $ 1,754 € 1198 kr 177548 ₪ 4955 ¥ 193144 Mex$ 23960 NZ$ 2185 NOK 13990 kr 14473 $ 1,301 *There are only 3 one-bed cabins onboard the Serena. They are quite small, measuring approximately 6 sqm. These cabins are offered at the same price as the cabins for two people.
Deluxe Class
De Holland
Sunday departures
Season B: April 14, 2024
Season C: April 28, 2024
Season D: May 26, June 23, & August 18, 2024Season B Season C Season D Twin/lower deck $ 1811 £ 953 $ 1,572 € 1074 kr 159171 ₪ 4442 ¥ 173153 Mex$ 21480 NZ$ 1958 NOK 12542 kr 12975 $ 1,167 $ 1997 £ 1051 $ 1,733 € 1184 kr 175473 ₪ 4897 ¥ 190887 Mex$ 23680 NZ$ 2159 NOK 13827 kr 14303 $ 1,286 $ 2165 £ 1139 $ 1,880 € 1284 kr 190293 ₪ 5310 ¥ 207010 Mex$ 25680 NZ$ 2341 NOK 14995 kr 15511 $ 1,395 Twin for single-use/lower deck $ 2620 £ 1378 $ 2,274 € 1554 kr 230234 ₪ 6425 ¥ 250459 Mex$ 31070 NZ$ 2833 NOK 18142 kr 18767 $ 1,687 $ 2898 £ 1525 $ 2,516 € 1719 kr 254688 ₪ 7107 ¥ 277061 Mex$ 34370 NZ$ 3134 NOK 20069 kr 20760 $ 1,867 $ 3151 £ 1658 $ 2,735 € 1869 kr 276918 ₪ 7727 ¥ 301244 Mex$ 37370 NZ$ 3407 NOK 21820 kr 22573 $ 2,029 Twin/upper deck $ 2233 £ 1175 $ 1,938 € 1324 kr 196222 ₪ 5476 ¥ 213458 Mex$ 26480 NZ$ 2414 NOK 15462 kr 15995 $ 1,438 $ 2418 £ 1272 $ 2,099 € 1434 kr 212524 ₪ 5931 ¥ 231193 Mex$ 28680 NZ$ 2615 NOK 16746 kr 17324 $ 1,558 $ 2671 £ 1405 $ 2,319 € 1584 kr 234754 ₪ 6551 ¥ 255376 Mex$ 31680 NZ$ 2888 NOK 18498 kr 19136 $ 1,720 Twin for single-use/upper deck $ 3252 £ 1711 $ 2,823 € 1929 kr 285811 ₪ 7976 ¥ 310917 Mex$ 38570 NZ$ 3517 NOK 22521 kr 23297 $ 2,095 $ 3530 £ 1858 $ 3,065 € 2094 kr 310264 ₪ 8658 ¥ 337519 Mex$ 41870 NZ$ 3818 NOK 24448 kr 25291 $ 2,274 $ 3910 £ 2057 $ 3,394 € 2319 kr 343610 ₪ 9589 ¥ 373794 Mex$ 46370 NZ$ 4228 NOK 27076 kr 28009 $ 2,518 Suite/upper deck $ 2654 £ 1397 $ 2,304 € 1574 kr 233272 ₪ 6510 ¥ 253764 Mex$ 31480 NZ$ 2870 NOK 18381 kr 19015 $ 1,710 $ 2840 £ 1494 $ 2,465 € 1684 kr 249575 ₪ 6964 ¥ 271498 Mex$ 33680 NZ$ 3071 NOK 19666 kr 20344 $ 1,829 $ 3093 £ 1627 $ 2,685 € 1834 kr 271805 ₪ 7585 ¥ 295682 Mex$ 36680 NZ$ 3344 NOK 21418 kr 22156 $ 1,992
De Willemstad
Saturday departures
Season A: March 30, April 6, & October 5, 2024
Season B: April 13, April 20, & September 28, 2024
Season C: April 27, September 14, & September 21, 2024
Season D: Weekly from May 4 up to and incl. September 7, 2024Season A Season B Season C Season D Twin/lower deck $ 1474 £ 775 $ 1,280 € 874 kr 129530 ₪ 3615 ¥ 140908 Mex$ 17480 NZ$ 1594 NOK 10207 kr 10558 $ 949 $ 1813 £ 954 $ 1,574 € 1075 kr 159319 ₪ 4446 ¥ 173314 Mex$ 21500 NZ$ 1960 NOK 12554 kr 12987 $ 1,168 $ 1997 £ 1051 $ 1,733 € 1184 kr 175473 ₪ 4897 ¥ 190887 Mex$ 23680 NZ$ 2159 NOK 13827 kr 14303 $ 1,286 $ 2165 £ 1139 $ 1,880 € 1284 kr 190293 ₪ 5310 ¥ 207010 Mex$ 25680 NZ$ 2341 NOK 14995 kr 15511 $ 1,395 Twin for single-use/lower deck $ 2114 £ 1112 $ 1,835 € 1254 kr 185773 ₪ 5184 ¥ 202092 Mex$ 25070 NZ$ 2286 NOK 14638 kr 15143 $ 1,361 $ 2620 £ 1378 $ 2,274 € 1554 kr 230234 ₪ 6425 ¥ 250459 Mex$ 31070 NZ$ 2833 NOK 18142 kr 18767 $ 1,687 $ 2898 £ 1525 $ 2,516 € 1719 kr 254688 ₪ 7107 ¥ 277061 Mex$ 34370 NZ$ 3134 NOK 20069 kr 20760 $ 1,867 $ 3151 £ 1658 $ 2,735 € 1869 kr 276918 ₪ 7727 ¥ 301244 Mex$ 37370 NZ$ 3407 NOK 21820 kr 22573 $ 2,029 Twin/upper deck $ 1811 £ 953 $ 1,572 € 1074 kr 159171 ₪ 4442 ¥ 173153 Mex$ 21480 NZ$ 1958 NOK 12542 kr 12975 $ 1,167 $ 2148 £ 1130 $ 1,865 € 1274 kr 188811 ₪ 5269 ¥ 205397 Mex$ 25480 NZ$ 2323 NOK 14878 kr 15391 $ 1,384 $ 2418 £ 1272 $ 2,099 € 1434 kr 212524 ₪ 5931 ¥ 231193 Mex$ 28680 NZ$ 2615 NOK 16746 kr 17324 $ 1,558 $ 2587 £ 1361 $ 2,246 € 1534 kr 227344 ₪ 6344 ¥ 247315 Mex$ 30680 NZ$ 2797 NOK 17914 kr 18532 $ 1,666 Twin for single-use/upper deck $ 2620 £ 1378 $ 2,274 € 1554 kr 230234 ₪ 6425 ¥ 250459 Mex$ 31070 NZ$ 2833 NOK 18142 kr 18767 $ 1,687 $ 3126 £ 1645 $ 2,713 € 1854 kr 274695 ₪ 7665 ¥ 298826 Mex$ 37070 NZ$ 3380 NOK 21645 kr 22391 $ 2,013 $ 3530 £ 1858 $ 3,065 € 2094 kr 310264 ₪ 8658 ¥ 337519 Mex$ 41870 NZ$ 3818 NOK 24448 kr 25291 $ 2,274 $ 3783 £ 1991 $ 3,284 € 2244 kr 332495 ₪ 9278 ¥ 361702 Mex$ 44870 NZ$ 4091 NOK 26200 kr 27103 $ 2,437 Suite/upper deck $ 2317 £ 1219 $ 2,012 € 1374 kr 203632 ₪ 5682 ¥ 221520 Mex$ 27480 NZ$ 2506 NOK 16046 kr 16599 $ 1,492 $ 2654 £ 1397 $ 2,304 € 1574 kr 233272 ₪ 6510 ¥ 253764 Mex$ 31480 NZ$ 2870 NOK 18381 kr 19015 $ 1,710 $ 2924 £ 1539 $ 2,539 € 1734 kr 256985 ₪ 7171 ¥ 279560 Mex$ 34680 NZ$ 3162 NOK 20250 kr 20948 $ 1,883 $ 3093 £ 1627 $ 2,685 € 1834 kr 271805 ₪ 7585 ¥ 295682 Mex$ 36680 NZ$ 3344 NOK 21418 kr 22156 $ 1,992
Merlijn
Saturday departure
May 11, 2024Twin/Double $ 3786 £ 1992 $ 3,287 € 2245 kr 332717 ₪ 9285 ¥ 361944 Mex$ 44900 NZ$ 4094 NOK 26217 kr 27121 $ 2,438 Twin for Single-Use On Request Comfort Class
Serena
Saturday departures
Season A: March 23, March 30, & October 5, 2024
Season B: April 6, April 13, September 21, & September 28, 2024
Season C: April 20, April 27, September 7, & September 14, 2024
Season D: May 4, May 11, May 18, May 25, June 1, June 8, June 15, June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13, July 20, July 27, August 3, August 10, August 17, August 24, & August 31, 2024Season A Season B Season C Season D Main Deck Main deck - Twin cabin $ 1371 £ 721 $ 1,190 € 813 kr 120489 ₪ 3362 ¥ 131074 Mex$ 16260 NZ$ 1483 NOK 9494 kr 9821 $ 883 $ 1540 £ 810 $ 1,337 € 913 kr 135310 ₪ 3776 ¥ 147196 Mex$ 18260 NZ$ 1665 NOK 10662 kr 11030 $ 992 $ 1708 £ 899 $ 1,483 € 1013 kr 150130 ₪ 4189 ¥ 163318 Mex$ 20260 NZ$ 1847 NOK 11830 kr 12238 $ 1,100 $ 1961 £ 1032 $ 1,703 € 1163 kr 172361 ₪ 4810 ¥ 187502 Mex$ 23260 NZ$ 2121 NOK 13582 kr 14050 $ 1,263 Main deck - Junior suite $ 1455 £ 766 $ 1,263 € 863 kr 127900 ₪ 3569 ¥ 139135 Mex$ 17260 NZ$ 1574 NOK 10078 kr 10426 $ 937 $ 1624 £ 854 $ 1,410 € 963 kr 142720 ₪ 3983 ¥ 155257 Mex$ 19260 NZ$ 1756 NOK 11246 kr 11634 $ 1,046 $ 1793 £ 943 $ 1,556 € 1063 kr 157540 ₪ 4396 ¥ 171379 Mex$ 21260 NZ$ 1938 NOK 12414 kr 12842 $ 1,155 $ 2046 £ 1076 $ 1,776 € 1213 kr 179771 ₪ 5017 ¥ 195563 Mex$ 24260 NZ$ 2212 NOK 14165 kr 14654 $ 1,317 Main deck - Twin cabin for single use On request Promenade Deck Promenade deck - Twin cabin $ 1624 £ 854 $ 1,410 € 963 kr 142720 ₪ 3983 ¥ 155257 Mex$ 19260 NZ$ 1756 NOK 11246 kr 11634 $ 1,046 $ 1793 £ 943 $ 1,556 € 1063 kr 157540 ₪ 4396 ¥ 171379 Mex$ 21260 NZ$ 1938 NOK 12414 kr 12842 $ 1,155 $ 1961 £ 1032 $ 1,703 € 1163 kr 172361 ₪ 4810 ¥ 187502 Mex$ 23260 NZ$ 2121 NOK 13582 kr 14050 $ 1,263 $ 2214 £ 1165 $ 1,922 € 1313 kr 194591 ₪ 5430 ¥ 211685 Mex$ 26260 NZ$ 2394 NOK 15333 kr 15862 $ 1,426 Promenade deck - Twin cabin for single use On request *There are only 3 one-bed cabins onboard the Serena. They are quite small, measuring approximately 6 sqm. These cabins are offered at the same price as the cabins for two people.
Standard Class
Wending
Thursday departure
August 1, 2024Twin $ 2209 £ 1162 $ 1,918 € 1310 kr 194147 ₪ 5418 ¥ 211201 Mex$ 26200 NZ$ 2389 NOK 15298 kr 15826 $ 1,423 Twin for single-use $ 2749 £ 1446 $ 2,386 € 1630 kr 241572 ₪ 6741 ¥ 262792 Mex$ 32600 NZ$ 2972 NOK 19035 kr 19691 $ 1,770 Triple $ 2074 £ 1091 $ 1,801 € 1230 kr 182290 ₪ 5087 ¥ 198304 Mex$ 24600 NZ$ 2243 NOK 14364 kr 14859 $ 1,336 Anna Antal
Thursday departures
July 18, July 25, & August 8, 2024Twin $ 2209 £ 1162 $ 1,918 € 1310 kr 194147 ₪ 5418 ¥ 211201 Mex$ 26200 NZ$ 2389 NOK 15298 kr 15826 $ 1,423 Bunk bed $ 1912 £ 1006 $ 1,660 € 1134 kr 168063 ₪ 4690 ¥ 182826 Mex$ 22680 NZ$ 2068 NOK 13243 kr 13699 $ 1,232 Bunk bed for single-use $ 2378 £ 1251 $ 2,064 € 1410 kr 208967 ₪ 5831 ¥ 227324 Mex$ 28200 NZ$ 2571 NOK 16466 kr 17034 $ 1,531 Extra Options
De Willemstad
Electric bike: $ 177 £ 93 $ 154 € 105 kr 15561 ₪ 434 ¥ 16928 Mex$ 2100 NZ$ 191 NOK 1226 kr 1268 $ 114 Helmet: $ 17 £ 9 $ 15 € 10 kr 1482 ₪ 41 ¥ 1612 Mex$ 200 NZ$ 18 NOK 117 kr 121 $ 11 Canal cruise Amsterdam (1 hour): $ 25 £ 13 $ 22 € 15 kr 2223 ₪ 62 ¥ 2418 Mex$ 300 NZ$ 27 NOK 175 kr 181 $ 16
Merlijn
Electric bike: $ 304 £ 160 $ 264 € 180 kr 26677 ₪ 744 ¥ 29020 Mex$ 3600 NZ$ 328 NOK 2102 kr 2174 $ 196
Zwaan & Liza Marleen
Electric bike: $ 160 £ 84 $ 139 € 95 kr 14079 ₪ 393 ¥ 15316 Mex$ 1900 NZ$ 173 NOK 1109 kr 1148 $ 103 Gluten-Free, Lactose-free, or Vegan Diet: $ 126 £ 67 $ 110 € 75 kr 11115 ₪ 310 ¥ 12092 Mex$ 1500 NZ$ 137 NOK 876 kr 906 $ 81
Also available for children:
Youth bike (from approx 9 years old, height range 3'9 ½" to 5'1")
Tag along bike (5 - 8 yrs old, up to 77 lbs/35 kilos)
Child bike seats (1 - 4 yrs old, 55 lbs/25 kilos)
Child trailers
Discounts are available for children. Ask us for details.Serena
Electric bike: $ 185 £ 98 $ 161 € 110 kr 16302 ₪ 455 ¥ 17734 Mex$ 2200 NZ$ 201 NOK 1285 kr 1329 $ 119 Helmet (purchase): $ 67 £ 35 $ 59 € 40 kr 5928 ₪ 165 ¥ 6449 Mex$ 800 NZ$ 73 NOK 467 kr 483 $ 43
Merlijn
Electric bike: $ 304 £ 160 $ 264 € 180 kr 26677 ₪ 744 ¥ 29020 Mex$ 3600 NZ$ 328 NOK 2102 kr 2174 $ 196
De Holland & De Willemstad
Electric bike $ 228 £ 120 $ 198 € 135 kr 20007 ₪ 558 ¥ 21765 Mex$ 2700 NZ$ 246 NOK 1577 kr 1631 $ 147 Helmet rental $ 17 £ 9 $ 15 € 10 kr 1482 ₪ 41 ¥ 1612 Mex$ 200 NZ$ 18 NOK 117 kr 121 $ 11 1 hr. Canal Cruise $ 27 £ 14 $ 23 € 16 kr 2371 ₪ 66 ¥ 2580 Mex$ 320 NZ$ 29 NOK 187 kr 193 $ 17 Serena
Electric bike: $ 185 £ 98 $ 161 € 110 kr 16302 ₪ 455 ¥ 17734 Mex$ 2200 NZ$ 201 NOK 1285 kr 1329 $ 119
Wending & Anna Antal
Electric bike: $ 185 £ 98 $ 161 € 110 kr 16302 ₪ 455 ¥ 17734 Mex$ 2200 NZ$ 201 NOK 1285 kr 1329 $ 119 Gluten-Free, Lactose-free, or Vegan Diet: $ 126 £ 67 $ 110 € 75 kr 11115 ₪ 310 ¥ 12092 Mex$ 1500 NZ$ 137 NOK 876 kr 906 $ 81
2023: Please note that the tour prices are based on the current fuel price. On the Zwaan and Liza Marleen, pricing is based on calculations as of July, 2022
2024: Please note that the tour prices are based on the current fuel price. On the Wending and Anna Antal, pricing is based on calculations as of June, 2024Please Note
- Rates are per person, 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, self-guided or fully guided tour with average daily distances of ± 30 miles on flat terrain and well-maintained asphalt roads with little traffic. On the De Willemsted the on board tour leader will inform each day regarding the cycling route and the guests will cycle self-guided, equipped with GPS tracks. The tour leader will cycle the route and will be available for any problems that may arise. On the Serena, the onboard tour guide will give extensive descriptions of the day’s cycling route. Guests will bike using provided route descriptions, maps, and GPS tracks. On all other boats, tours are fully guided, with the option to cycle self-guided. This tour is suitable for families with children.
Airport Info
Fly to Amsterdam Schiphol International Airport (AMS).
Local Travel
There is a direct train that leaves 6 times per hour from the airport to Amsterdam Central Station. It takes about 16 minutes. The price for a train ticket Schiphol-Amsterdam Central is € 4,20 per person for a single journey. We will inform you of the exact docking location of your barge with your final travel information. Some boats moor within walking distance, and others will require a short taxi ride. If you prefer to travel by taxi from the airport to the barge, this takes about 30 minutes and costs about €45.
Climate
Please check local conditions before your arrival. The Netherlands has a temperate maritime climate influenced by the North Sea and Atlantic Ocean. There are many good websites to use to research regional weather including average high/low temperatures, average rainfall, and more.
Day of Rest
You can always stay on board ship and sail to the next stop.
Recommended
For those who want to spend some time in Amsterdam either before or after your tour:
Amsterdam City Card
Museum CardRemarks
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Important to know
Travel Documents
It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit. This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc.
US citizens: A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and entry into other countries is travel.state.gov.
Non-EU and EU residents: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and your destination country or countries.
*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.Discounted optional visits on board the De Willemstad
Optional visits (entrance fees not included, but offered with discount or free of charge:
* Open air museum Zaanse Schans
* Visitors center windmill Schermerhorn
* Beer brewery Oudeschild
* Seal sanctuary Ecomare De Koog
* Steam engine museum Medemblik
* Open air museum Zuiderzeemuseum Enkhuizen and moreCovid-19 Info
Country Entry Requirements
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Extra Stay
Why not book extra days in Amsterdam and give yourself plenty of time to explore? We advise Booking.com to research and reserve your extra nights. You can read a detailed description of the hotels offered, including a clear listing of amenities, customer reviews, and ratings.
Tour Operator
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