Villages & Beaches of Holland
Netherlands Bike Tours
A Dutch bike tour that takes you behind the Dunes
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- Length7 days
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Overview
This is a lovely bicycle tour in Holland, a cycling paradise, that individuals and families alike will enjoy!
Behind the dunes, you’ll discover a diverse hinterland with multicolored fields of flowers and bulbs, lovely historical towns, pristine beaches, and other sights to see. On your bike, you’re free to stop when and where you want, to visit a windmill or a cheese dairy, or to relax by the sea. If you like art and culture, you will love the cities of Amsterdam, Utrecht, and The Hague.
In Zandvoort and Scheveningen, your accommodations are almost directly on the sea!
Highlights
- Holland's cycling environment
- Amsterdam
- Zandvoort and the sea
- Windswept dunes
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Itinerary
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 stayAll distances are approximate.
Day 1: Arrival in Utrecht
Arrival to Utrecht.
Category A: Hotel Mitland
Category B: Postillion Hotel, BunnikDay 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 HotelDay 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 HotelDay 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: BadhotelDay 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 BodegravenDay 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, BunnikDay 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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Map
Hotels & Bikes
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
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Hotel accommodations for 6 nights in selected category
- Breakfast buffets
- Luggage transfer (Limit of one checked size bag per person, so please plan and pack accordingly. Additional luggage may be transferred with advanced notice and an additional fee)
- Detailed route descriptions and maps
- GPS-file (advanced reservation required). A GPS device can be rented for a supplement.
- Tourist information
- 24-speed bicycle with pannier bag
- Seven days a week service hotline and emergency breakdown service
What’s Not Included
- Lunches
- Dinners (can be reserved for a supplement)
- GPS device
- Bike protection
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates
Daily departures from April 1 to September 24, 2022
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
Pricing
Category A: $ 1189 £ 678 $ 1,084 € 778 ₪ 2899 NZ$ 1316 kr 8496 $ 837
Single supplement: $ 275 £ 157 $ 251 € 180 ₪ 671 NZ$ 305 kr 1966 $ 194
Category B: $ 1112 £ 634 $ 1,015 € 728 ₪ 2713 NZ$ 1232 kr 7950 $ 783
Single supplement: $ 298 £ 170 $ 272 € 195 ₪ 727 NZ$ 330 kr 2130 $ 210
Extra Options
Extra nights
Extra night in Amsterdam: $ 115 £ 65 $ 105 € 75 ₪ 279 NZ$ 127 kr 819 $ 81
Extra night in other cities: $ 107 £ 61 $ 98 € 70 ₪ 261 NZ$ 118 kr 764 $ 75
Single supplement: $ 46 £ 26 $ 42 € 30 ₪ 112 NZ$ 51 kr 328 $ 32
Surcharges
If overnight in Amsterdam falls on a Saturday (double/twin/single): $ 31 £ 17 $ 28 € 20 ₪ 75 NZ$ 34 kr 218 $ 22
If overnight in Amsterdam falls during the periods:
- April 15, 16,17, 23, & 24, 2022
- May 26, 27, & 28, 2022
- June 3, 4, & 5, 2022
Six dinners included: $ 249 £ 142 $ 227 € 163 ₪ 607 NZ$ 276 kr 1780 $ 175
E-bike rental: $ 119 £ 68 $ 109 € 78 ₪ 291 NZ$ 132 kr 852 $ 84
Helmet rental: $ 15 £ 9 $ 14 € 10 ₪ 37 NZ$ 17 kr 109 $ 11
Extra luggage transport fee (per piece, per person, per day): €5
Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy
This is an easy self-guided tour on lovely flat terrain and cycle paths except in the undulating dune area.
Airport Info
Fly to Amsterdam Schiphol
Local Travel
Train from airport to Utrecht. Train ride is approximately 20 to 40 minutes.
Climate
Please check local conditions before your arrival. Average high low temperatures for the region are: April 55°/40°, May 63°/47°, June 67°/52°, July 72°/56, August 72°/55°, and September 66°/52°.
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.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Dutch Bike Tours.
We value the strong relationship we have with our local partners and the services we provide.
We are not a broker.
We do not inflate tour prices.
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