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Robert K.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Princesse Royal Brussels to Bruges
Belgium
Most memorable part: The small number of passengers and the bonding and friendships which grew. Also, the lovely relaxed biking through the countryside, villages and towns with the guide providing more than adequate explanations when required. Everything worked like clock work and was well organized.
Karen K.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Liza Marleen Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
Most memorable Part: The crew on the boat, dinners and the tour on canals throughout the Netherlands and Belgium. The cheese shop was the best and also the small cafe's.
Wendy D.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Quo Vadis Brussels to Bruges
Belgium
This was a fabulous holiday in every way. Already looking to plan another for next year. Loved every part of it. What a great way to see the country, get some exercise and vacation in style. The crew on the Quo Vadim were wonderful, the food was great and the biking experience fabulous. Well done!
Wheaton L.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Quo Vadis Brussels to Bruges
Belgium
Fabulous holiday in every way and great value. Already looking to book another like this trip next year. Thank you!
Joan H.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
Riding through the Dutch countryside on dedicated bicycle paths was most enjoyable. The system of numbered paths is ingenious! Keeping up with the front of the group was a challenge, not always a welcome one. It's best to be a strong rider even on the "easy" tours.
Neal P.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Princesse Royal Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
Certainly it was a wonderful trip and I would recommend it to anyone HOWEVER our chef was fired on the 3rd day (the regular chef was on vacation), our stressed out guide was less than patient with passengers and we had 3 kids, 8 years old and younger who were poorly behaved and due to the insensitivity of their parents interfered greatly with the enjoyment of our trip. This created unnecessary tension for the the guide, captain and for the passengers. This family caused great delay in the itinerary starting on the very first day. I think in future children under the age of 16 should be prohibited from these biking trips. These kids, even their parents, were incapable of riding a bike for the distances required in the itinerary. All that aside we would book a bike and barge trip again but would be certain to inquire about age requirements. Thank you.
Carla • 7 years ago Tripsite Staff
Hi Neal,
I'm really happy you were still able to enjoy your trip despite some negative circumstances. We're really sorry this family became such a stressful part of the trip. Please do feel free to inquire about age requirements on your next trip.
Happy Cycling! ~ Carla
Patrick S.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Elodie Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
The meals onboard were great! Sander was an expert chef, Eric a well informed and pleasant captain, and Nico was a constant source of entertainment. The general attitude of the he crew was above and beyond.
Colin O.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Princesse Royal Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
Bike / barge trip was great. However, there was a family on board with 3 children under age of 6. This affected our daily bike trips and the atmosphere on the barge. Children under the age of 12 should not be accommodated on these trips- especially when the parents, let alone the children have had little biking experience- especially considering the distances we needed to travel.
Carla • 7 years ago Tripsite Staff
Hi Colin,
We're really sorry this family created such a stressful atmosphere on board. I do wish we had a better way to screen one's cycling abilities! Please feel free to inquire about children on your next bike & barge.
Nonetheless, we're so glad you still enjoyed your holiday! Cheers ~ Carla
Carol H.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Princesse Royal Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
Barge: in our premium room neither the bed lights, the TV or the hairdryer worked. The Jacuzzi was cold. Clearly the barge had electrical issues.
Routes: the trip description said we could follow the routes and bike on our own, stop for photos, etc. This was not possible as the routes changed, the stops were prescriptive by the guide, and were for coffee/beer/bathroom breaks, rather than impromptu photo breaks
Routes: we would have liked to have spent more time in the Netherlands, less time in Antwerp. The "photo op" on the top of the museum in Antwerp was a waste of time.
Group dynamics: we lucked out; group dynamics were great!
Esti G.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Tijdgeest Bruges to Amsterdam
Belgium, Netherlands
The group was lovely, the guide knew a lot and explained it very good, (he shouldn't bring his 7 years old son with him!) we think that a biking tour guide must have good, modern flat-wheel repairing set!!!
Diane C.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Zwaantje Bruges to Paris
Belgium, France
Wide range of scenery and experiences especially going on the barge through the tunnel and excellent guiding by Fred.
Michael & Cynthia K.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Zwaantje Bruges to Paris
Belgium, France
The overall experience of the barge & bike tour through wonderful countryside, villages & towns was excellent. The barge skipper/owner & staff were very good & most pleasant. The meals were of a high standard & variable throughout the two weeks.
The bikes were also very good. I had ordered an electric bike with our booking but the order did not go through. However, the ordinary hybrid bike provided did the job so I happily stayed with that.
We were also to have a double bunk, but that request did not get through either, but that was OK.
Dena L.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Bruges to Amsterdam
Belgium, Netherlands
The guide was great, the scenery was amazing! Better food for lunch. Screen on the window so the bugs cant get in or put in air conditioning!
Kim F.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Elodie Bruges to Amsterdam
Belgium, Netherlands
Could not be happier with every aspect of the trip. The meals were outstanding and the scenery was beautiful.
Patricua O.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Quo Vadis Brussels to Bruges
Belgium
The tour guide was excellent. Also the Captain and crew were excellent. It was a wonderful way to meet people, get some exercise, sightsee and enjoy lovely food. The Quo Vadis has an excellent chef. All of the crew spoke English, German and I believe also French and Spanish. They looked after the group so well, nothing was too much trouble. I would recommend this tour without hesitation.
Donald K.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
The most memorable part: The people who we met and biked with.....a fun, engaging group of folks.
Melissa H.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Around Romantic Bruges
Belgium
Our tour "Around Romantic Bruges" was excellent. Everything about the trip from the lodging, to the bikes, to the routes was fantastic. I would highly recommend that trip.
Sandy W.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
It was the most amazing trip we have ever done‼️
Everything was 5 star. The barge, food and crew were awesome.
There were 14 of us and we all agree it was the best.
Would recommend this trip.
Already looking at our next adventure with Tripsite.
Thank-you for such a memorable trip.
-Sandy Wallace and friends
Joe B.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Magnifique II Bruges to Amsterdam
Belgium, Netherlands
The biking part of the trip takes you through some of the most beautiful countryside in Belgium and the Netherlands. The tour guide is very knowledgeable about the history of the landscape. It's a very casual pace so keeping up is never a problem. There are many stops for coffee, lunch and afternoon breaks while biking.
Rebecca K.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Magnifique II Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
Having never taken a bike and barge trip I didn't know what to expect. Wow....it exceeded my expectations. Boat was luxurious for a barge, what friendly, hard working staff. Tom our tour leader was terrific. Other than the fact that the single cabins are really small everything else outstanding.
Deanna G.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Princesse Royal Bruges to Amsterdam
Belgium, Netherlands
The entire week was fabulous. Loved cycling through the towns and country side. Tom our guide was very nice and an excellent guide. I also enjoyed our evening walking tour, especially when he brought us to the home of an artist and his wife. I bought a few pieces of jewelry.
We were very lucky with the weather and even ate outside 2 nights.
Loved that we were a small group and I knew everyone after a couple of days . I enjoyed everything.
Barbara C.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
La Mar Bruges to Amsterdam
Belgium, Netherlands
Most memorable parts: The camaraderie of the group and of course the fabulous meal by Chef Franco.
Steven U.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Princesse Royal Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
The most memorable part was riding bikes to quaint small towns and Bruges.
Laura G.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Magnifique II Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
It was all very memorable. Wish the bikes had a water bottle holder and a map clip or holder on the handle bars. The tour info from Tripsite was not completely accurate as we rode a lot more than we anticipated every day. The barge was 'Magnifique'!
Marianne B.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Princesse Royal Bruges to Amsterdam
Belgium, Netherlands
Cycling along canals, stopping at picturesque locations, short tours of historic locations, all with a knowledgeable, patient, funny guide made this a most fabulous way to see the countryside of Belgium and the Netherlands.
Joan R.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Quo Vadis Tulip Tour - Bruges to Amsterdam - 8 day
Netherlands, Belgium
We loved the getting to experience the Kinderdijk!!!
Tom P.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Fluvius Bruges to Amsterdam
Belgium, Netherlands
The bikes, barge, food and staff were excellent. The biking distances every day were such that it left very little time for off bike sightseeing , but the bike route was really great. Thanks for a great trip.
Doug P.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Princesse Royal Bruges to Amsterdam
Belgium, Netherlands
The most memorable parts: The strawberry vending machine. Next was the rude employee on the boat who gave me and my wife a hard time on occasion.
Jann H.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Bruges to Amsterdam Bike Tour
Belgium, Netherlands
The most memorable part was biking into Schuddebeurs in Holland after a long but beautiful day of cycling to discover we were staying in the most beautiful inn in a lovely village setting.
Elizabeth L.
7 years ago
Verified Reviewer
Magnifique II Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
The staff was outstanding, everything on the barge was spotlessly clean, the food was delicious, the bikes were great! My husband and I had a terrific experience. We loved being able to bike with a guide or by ourselves. The guide was knowledgable and supportive. I would sign up for this bike and barge trip in a heartbeat, but at 72, I might get an electric bike. Wonderful balance of biking along canals in the country and through towns to see the sights. Hooray!!
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