Villages & Beaches of Holland
Netherlands Bike Tours
A Dutch bike tour that takes you behind the Dunes
- Tour Type
- Skill Level
- Length7 days
- Prices from€1009 Rates
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.
Accommodation: Hotel Mitland in Utrecht or Postillion Hotel Bunnik in 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!
Accommodation: WestCord Art Hotel or WestCord Fashion 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.
Accommodation: Hotel NH Zardvoort or Amsterdam Beach Hotel, both in Zandvoort or Hotel NH Leeuwenhorst, in NoordwijkerhoutDay 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.
Accommodation: Hotel Boulevard or 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.
Accommodation: Best Western Hotel Gouda in Gouda or Gr8 Hotel in Bodegraven (Depending on availability, hotels may also be booked in the nearby towns of Oudewater or Woerden.)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.
Accommodation: Hotel Mitland in Utrecht or Postillion Hotel Bunnik in 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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Hotels & Bikes
Accommodations are in 3 and 4 star hotels that have been carefully selected for their location, atmosphere and/or unique services. 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.
Men's and women's frames
- 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
Pedal assist e-bike
- Stable frame with low entry
- 25 kg
- Upright handlebar (adjustable)
- Pedal assist
- Small electric engine and battery, which can be charged at the hotels
- Hydraulic disc brakes
- Rear rack
Experience with e-bikes is recommended, as the bikes accelerate faster and are heavier than regular bikes because of the electric engine.
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Hotel accommodations for 6 nights
- Daily breakfast
- Luggage transfer, limited to one bag per person (max. 20 kilos), so please plan and pack accordingly. Additional luggage may be transferred with advanced notice and an additional fee.
- Premium emergency service (see extra info)
- Detailed route descriptions and maps
- GPS tracks
- Tourist information
- 24-speed hybrid bicycle with pannier bag
- Seven days a week service hotline
What’s Not Included
- Remaining meals
- Bike Protection
- Travel Insurance
- Ferry crossings
Dates & Pricing
Dates
Daily departures from March 29 to September 24, 2024*
*Please note, the following start dates are not possible in 2024: May 12-15, June 16-17, July 6-10, September 12-16 & 24. These dates are based on starting in Utrecht.
Please note, a minimum stay of 2 nights in a row is required in the hotel in Amsterdam on the following dates:
March 29-31, 2024
April 20 & 26-28, 2024
May 9-12 & 17-19, 2024
Please 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
Pricing
Twin/double $ 1700 £ 863 $ 1,558 € 1009 Ft 418470 kr 152795 ₪ 4175 ¥ 170563 Mex$ 22618 NZ$ 1870 kr 12258 zł 4470 S$ 1479 kr 11821 CHF 964 $ 1,115 Single $ 2330 £ 1183 $ 2,135 € 1383 Ft 573582 kr 209431 ₪ 5723 ¥ 233784 Mex$ 31001 NZ$ 2563 kr 16801 zł 6127 S$ 2027 kr 16203 CHF 1321 $ 1,528 Extra Options
Extra nights
Amsterdam/surrounding cities on request Surcharges
If overnight in Amsterdam falls on a Saturday (double/twin/single): $ 42 £ 21 $ 39 € 25 Ft 10368 kr 3786 ₪ 103 ¥ 4226 Mex$ 560 NZ$ 46 kr 304 zł 111 S$ 37 kr 293 CHF 24 $ 28 High season in Amsterdam (in addition to Saturday supplement, 2 night stay required): - March 29-31, 2024
- April 20 & 26-28, 2024
- May 9-12 & 17-19, 2024
$ 67 £ 34 $ 62 € 40 Ft 16590 kr 6057 ₪ 166 ¥ 6762 Mex$ 897 NZ$ 74 kr 486 zł 177 S$ 59 kr 469 CHF 38 $ 44 Westcord Art Hotel Upgrade, 4-star room, Amsterdam (per night, per person) $ 17 £ 9 $ 15 € 10 Ft 4147 kr 1514 ₪ 41 ¥ 1690 Mex$ 224 NZ$ 19 kr 121 zł 44 S$ 15 kr 117 CHF 10 $ 11 E-bike rental $ 148 £ 75 $ 136 € 88 Ft 36497 kr 13326 ₪ 364 ¥ 14876 Mex$ 1973 NZ$ 163 kr 1069 zł 390 S$ 129 kr 1031 CHF 84 $ 97 Helmet rental $ 17 £ 9 $ 15 € 10 Ft 4147 kr 1514 ₪ 41 ¥ 1690 Mex$ 224 NZ$ 19 kr 121 zł 44 S$ 15 kr 117 CHF 10 $ 11 Extra luggage transport fee (per piece/person/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°.
Remarks
Premium emergency service is included with this tour. In the event of mechanical failure, a support van service can be contacted and will come and repair the bike free of charge. If you are cycling with your own bike, and would like to include this service, please ask. In this case, you will be charged for any new spare parts. If the bike cannot be repaired on the spot, you will be provided transportation to your next destination. Two people plus bikes can be transferred.
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.
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We do not inflate tour prices.
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