Villages & Beaches of Holland

Day 1: Arrival in Utrecht
Day 2: Utrecht - Amsterdam, 39 miles (62 km)  
Day 3: Amsterdam - Zandvoort / Noordwijkerhout, 20 mi. (32 km) 
Day 4: Zandvoort - Scheveningen, 27 miles (42 km)  
Day 5: Scheveningen - Gouda / Bodegraven, 33 miles (53 km)  
Day 6: Gouda / Bodegraven - Utrecht, 31 miles (50 km)  
Day 7: Departure or extension of stay

All distances are approximate.

Day 1: Arrival in Utrecht
Arrival to Utrecht.
Category A: Hotel Mitland
Category B: Postillion Hotel, Bunnik

Day 2: Utrecht - Amsterdam, 39 miles (63 km)  
The path today follows the banks of the lovely River Vecht with idyllic scenery as your backdrop. Characteristic for this area are the many stately homes and summerhouses built by rich Amsterdam merchants in the 17th and 18th Centuries. At the end of the day, Amsterdam awaits!
Categories A and B: Westcord Art Hotel 

Day 3: Amsterdam - Zandvoort / Noordwijkerhout, 20 mi. (32 km) 
Today's cycle route includes Haarlem. Though often overshadowed by Amsterdam, 10 miles to the east. Haarlem boasts a magnificent old city center with plenty of historical buildings and was home to several first-class Dutch painters, including Frans Hals.  Passing through Zuid-Kennemerland, a colorful area rich in natural beauty, the final destination is the well-known beach resort, Zandvoort, and your accommodations by the sea.
Category A: Palace Hotel Zandvoort, 4-star
Category B: Amsterdam Beach Hotel

Day 4: Zandvoort - Scheveningen, 27 miles (43 km)  
You will cycle through the Dune and Bulb Region today, surrounded by the windswept dunes that protect the hinterland from the sea, and also harbor many species of dune flora and fauna. April is the best time for visiting colorful bulb fields (daffodils, hyacinths, and tulips) just behind the dunes. Scheveningen, the most popular seaside resort in the Netherlands, has much to see and do. 
Category A: Boulevard Hotel
Category B: Badhotel 

Day 5: Scheveningen - Gouda / Bodegraven, 33 miles (53 km)  
First on the agenda is The Hague, home to the government and the King. The city is brimming with things to do and see. You might like to take the opportunity to see Vermeer's famous painting, "The Girl with the Pearl Earring" in Mauritshuis Museum. Another favorite is Mesdags cylindrical Panorama of Scheveningen in 1881. The route then leads through the open grassland to the "cheese town" of Gouda, also known for its syrup, waffles, and candles. If possible, plan your tour to include the Thursday morning traditional cheese market.
Category A: Best Western, 4-star
Category B: Gr8 Hotel Bodegraven 

Day 6:  Gouda / Bodegraven - Utrecht, 31 miles (50 km)  
Woods, stately homes, parks, rivers, polders, lakes and marshy fens make today's scenery. Opt to stop off at a cheese farm or visit De Haar Castle. At the end of the day, there will be an opportunity to explore the heart of the lively university city of Utrecht. Discover the pretty Museum Quarter and admire the beautiful canal Oude Gracht. Its wharves are unique to Utrecht and make a pleasant setting for waterside cafes.
Category A: Hotel Mitland
Category B: Postillion Hotel, Bunnik

Day 7: Departure  
After breakfast at your hotel, you will return home.

Please note that it's also possible to start and end the tour in Amsterdam.

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You have the choice of two levels of accommodations for this tour.
Category A: Consists of four 4 star and three 3 star establishments.
Category B: Consists of five 3 star and two 4 star establishments.
On each day’s detailed itinerary you will find the name of the preferred hotel listed. If the hotel listed is not available, a hotel of equal standard will be offered.

Bicycles

City Touring Bike

City touring bike, ideal for an upright but relaxed riding position. View a video tour here.

• Aluminum frame
• Upright handlebar (adjustable)
• 24 speed
• Flat pedal (pedals can be changed for personal pedals but clients must bring their own tools and put original pedals back on after use!)
• Mechanical V brakes
• Rear rack
• Mudguards
• 28-inch wheels
• Schwalbe marathon plus anti-puncture tire
• Equipped with QR code for scanning with your smart device
• Adjustable saddles

Water bottle holder cannot be guaranteed on all bikes.

Electric Bike

Batavus Fuse E-go

• Stable frame with low entry, developed in collaboration with TU Delft
• 27 kg
• Upright handlebar (adjustable)
• Selle Royal Saddle
• 10-speed pedelec with Deore gearing
• Four levels of pedal assist
• Integrated battery (capacity of up to 625W) and Bosch mid-engine
• Aerflow light
• Hydraulic disc brakes
• Rear rack
• Mudguards
• 28-inch wheels

Experience with e-bikes is recommended, as the bikes accelerate faster and are heavier than regular bikes because of the electric engine.

Premium Sporty Trekking Bike

Koga Grand Tourer sporty trekking bike (or similar)

• Aluminum frame (lighter than the City Touring Bike at +/- 15 kg)
• Sportier riding position
• 27 speed (high-quality Shimano Deore)
• Flat pedal (pedals can be changed for personal pedals but clients must bring their own tools and put original pedals back on after use!)
• Disc brakes (Madura hydraulic)
• Selle Italia saddle
• Rear rack
• Mudguards
• 28-inch wheels
• Schwalbe marathon plus anti-puncture tire
• Equipped with QR code for scanning with your smart device