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: NH Hotel Zandvoort, 4-star
Category B: Hotel NH LeeuwenhorstDay 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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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.
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 in selected category
- 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.
- Detailed route descriptions and maps
- GPS-file (advanced reservation required). A GPS device can be rented for a supplement.
- Tourist information
- 24-speed hybrid bicycle with pannier bag
- Seven days a week service hotline
What’s Not Included
- Remaining meals
- GPS device
- Bike protection
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates
Daily departures from April 1 to September 24, 2023
Please note, a minimum stay of 2 nights in a row is required in the hotel in Amsterdam on the following dates:
April 8-10 & 22, 2023
May 18, 28 & 29, 2023Please 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
Category A Category B Twin/double $ 1301 £ 692 $ 1,156 € 788 ₪ 3230 ¥ 120517 NZ$ 1420 NOK 9493 kr 9301 $ 861 $ 1218 £ 648 $ 1,083 € 738 ₪ 3025 ¥ 112870 NZ$ 1330 NOK 8890 kr 8711 $ 806 Single $ 1598 £ 850 $ 1,420 € 968 ₪ 3967 ¥ 148046 NZ$ 1745 NOK 11661 kr 11426 $ 1,058 $ 1540 £ 819 $ 1,369 € 933 ₪ 3824 ¥ 142693 NZ$ 1681 NOK 11239 kr 11013 $ 1,020 Extra Options
Extra nights
Extra night in Amsterdam (twin/double): $ 144 £ 77 $ 128 € 88 ₪ 359 ¥ 13382 NZ$ 158 NOK 1054 kr 1033 $ 96
Single: $ 252 £ 134 $ 224 € 153 ₪ 625 ¥ 23323 NZ$ 275 NOK 1837 kr 1800 $ 167
Extra night in other cities (twin/double): $ 116 £ 61 $ 103 € 70 ₪ 287 ¥ 10706 NZ$ 126 NOK 843 kr 826 $ 76
Single: $ 165 £ 88 $ 147 € 100 ₪ 410 ¥ 15294 NZ$ 180 NOK 1205 kr 1180 $ 109
Surcharges
If overnight in Amsterdam falls on a Saturday (double/twin/single): $ 36 £ 19 $ 32 € 22 ₪ 90 ¥ 3365 NZ$ 40 NOK 265 kr 260 $ 24 High season in Amsterdam (in addition to Saturday supplement, 2 night stay required): - April 8-10 & 22, 2023
- May 18 & 28-29, 2023
$ 66 £ 35 $ 59 € 40 ₪ 164 ¥ 6118 NZ$ 72 NOK 482 kr 472 $ 44 E-bike rental: $ 139 £ 74 $ 123 € 84 ₪ 344 ¥ 12847 NZ$ 151 NOK 1012 kr 991 $ 92
Helmet rental: $ 17 £ 9 $ 15 € 10 ₪ 41 ¥ 1529 NZ$ 18 NOK 120 kr 118 $ 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.
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We do not inflate tour prices.
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