Europe Bike + Boat Tour Reviews — 181 to 210 of 4930
Michael S.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Metz to Cochem
Wonderful crew and guides. The group was great fun. The guides made efforts to accommodate any concerns about the rides that were planned.
- Countries included in this tour?
- France, Luxembourg, Germany
Chris A.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Metz to Cochem
The guides and crew were outstanding. The accommodations exceeded our expectations.
- When did you take this tour?
- August-September 2025
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- Easier than expected.
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- France, Luxembourg, Germany
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Accommodations 5
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Included meals 5
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Bikes + equipment 4
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Scenery 4
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Ease of navigation 5
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Pre-travel information 5
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Routes 4
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Difficulty 5
Debbie S.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Koblenz to Saarburg
This trip was amazing from start to finish. The itinerary was spectacular. Biking was easy and comfortable. We did e-bikes which helps with long rides. Food, accommodation and staff were fabulous. Would highly recommend a bike and boat tour.
- Countries included in this tour?
- Germany
Laura O.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Bruges to Amsterdam
The boat, food, and staff were all fantastic. The bikes were great- easy to use and very sturdy.
- When did you take this tour?
- August 2025
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- Same. Very easy.
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Belgium, Netherlands
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Accommodations 5
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Included meals 5
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Bikes + equipment 5
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Scenery 4
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Ease of navigation 5
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Pre-travel information 5
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Routes 5
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Difficulty 5
kathleen n.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Provence - Wilderness of Camargue
This was an awesome bike/barge trip! The bike routes were interesting and beautiful. Our guide Helmut was excellent - keeping us safe while biking and giving us information on the places we visited. He was very patient and helpful. The bikes were well maintained and my E-bike was charged and ready to go all week.
The Caprice barge was clean and efficient. The rooms were small but have shelves and under the bed drawers that were great for organizing clothing etc.
The crew was wonderful and the food was delicious.
I really enjoyed this experience. Definitely will do a barge and bike tour again!
- When did you take this tour?
- August 2025
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- Just as expected
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- France
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Accommodations 4
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Included meals 5
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Bikes + equipment 5
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Scenery 5
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Ease of navigation 5
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Pre-travel information 5
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Routes 5
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Difficulty 5
Michael A.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Along the Danube - Passau to Vienna
This was my first trip on the Merlijn Bike & Barge. I was with a group of 3 couples that had done this trip before on the Merlijn. I found it outstanding, the equipment was excellent,( my wife and I rented electric bikes ) the cabins were very nice and roomy. Our meals were breakfast and dinner, the breakfast was good but I believe it could have been better, The dinners were first class....The barge also had a nice coffee bar and Bar that were excellent too. The trip was memoriable and I highly recommend the Merjin...
Julia M.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Ionian Islands
We loved this bike and boat tour in the Ionian islands! It was so fun being on the boat and meeting people from other countries and traveling to all the beautiful islands. The biking was challenging because of the hills, but an E bike made it enjoyable. The tour guides were wonderful and the boat crew were also - we had excellent meals every day on the boat. We also loved the swim stops-the entire week felt magical.
- When did you take this tour?
- August 2025
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- The rides were a little hillier than we were expecting, but having an E bike made them enjoyable. My husband is an avid cyclist, and he did not have an E bike and enjoyed the challenge.
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Greece
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Accommodations 5
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Included meals 5
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Bikes + equipment 5
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Scenery 5
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Ease of navigation 5
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Pre-travel information 5
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Routes 5
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Difficulty 5
Eileen F.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
Great crew, very welcoming and helpful. The food was amazing and plenty of it.
- Countries included in this tour?
- Italy
Marianne R.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Along the Danube - Passau to Vienna
This was our fourth and BEST trip on the Merlijn! As usual the Capitan and Christina were marvelous hosts and Kat our bartender and greeter made the trip so fun! The bikes and our guide Thomas were excellent, the routes were lovely and the stops were interesting and informative. I plan to visit the Merlijn again and enjoy another tour.
- When did you take this tour?
- August 2025
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- The rides were flat, given that they took us along the Danube primarily. The use of the helmets with our guide's voice transmitted to us was a huge upgrade and made things quite simple.
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Austria, Germany
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Accommodations 5
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Included meals 5
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Bikes + equipment 5
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Scenery 5
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Ease of navigation 5
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Pre-travel information 5
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Routes 5
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Difficulty 5
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Eliza Tripsite Staff 2 months ago
Thank you for your fabulous feedback, Marianne! It's great to hear you enjoyed your trip and are planning another tour - we look forward to planning the next one for you!
Ricardo F.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Along the Danube - Passau to Vienna
This was a very scenic trip along the Danube river. The Merlijn is a hidden gem of the river. There is no compatible ship like the Merlijn. The interior of the ship and cabins have all been remodeled and are top notch. The chef and staff are all amazing and welcome you with open arms. If you want an active vacation, you are in the right direction.
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Accommodations 5
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Included meals 5
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Bikes + equipment 5
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Scenery 5
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Ease of navigation 5
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Pre-travel information 5
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Routes 5
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Difficulty 5
KATHY S.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Along the Danube - Passau to Vienna
Merlijn is top notch service and food. All staff including Thomas, the bike guide, were very friendly and funny.
- When did you take this tour?
- August 2025
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- Obviously, you are only as fast as the slowest rider. Some riders were extremely slow and not adept at using their gears or navigating changes of any degree of elevation. It would be great if a self-guided option was offered on the same cruise to allow those more serious bikers time during the day to follow the same routes at their own pace giving them time to pack and choose where they spend more or less of their time.
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Austria, Germany
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Accommodations 5
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Included meals 5
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Bikes + equipment 5
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Scenery 5
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Ease of navigation 5
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Pre-travel information 4
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Routes 5
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Difficulty 2
Terry W.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Highlights of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Great scenery, friendly staff, good service and good food. well organized.
- When did you take this tour?
- August 2025
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- easier than I expected
- Countries included in this tour?
- Croatia
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Accommodations 4
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Included meals 4
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Bikes + equipment 4
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Scenery 5
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Ease of navigation 4
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Pre-travel information 4
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Routes 4
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Difficulty 2
Jean W.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Metz to Cochem
Route was beautiful. Guides were careful, knew the routes and had good senses of humor. Also patient.
- Countries included in this tour?
- France, Luxembourg, Germany
Catherine H.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
Cycling with Sylvia and Francesco! The places they decided to stop and tour-cheese factory, glass blowing in Marano, grandpa distillery… All great experiences. The food on board was fabulous! Chefs did a great job. Boat was orderly, clean comfortable. Would travel with them again in a heartbeat!
- When did you take this tour?
- August 2024
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- It was listed as easy, and I knew the terrain between Venice and Mantova would be flat.
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Italy
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Accommodations 4
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Included meals 5
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Bikes + equipment 5
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Scenery 5
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Ease of navigation 5
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Pre-travel information 4
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Routes 5
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Difficulty 5
Tim W.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· National Parks of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
An excellent adventure! We enjoyed the balance between, relaxing on the boat, biking and learning about the history of the places we visited.
- Countries included in this tour?
- Croatia
Stephanie H.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Bruges to Amsterdam
Boat was awesome and the crew was stellar ❤️. Loved riding through the Dutch countryside with a bunch of old friends and some new ones! Guides were great as well. We always felt safe and looked after!
- When did you take this tour?
- August 2025
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- It was what I expected! Long but flat!
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Belgium, Netherlands
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Accommodations 5
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Included meals 5
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Bikes + equipment 5
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Scenery 5
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Ease of navigation 5
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Pre-travel information 5
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Routes 5
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Difficulty 5
Henry B.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Montargis to Paris E-bike & Boat
Riding the bicycle through the gorgeous rural French countryside.
- Countries included in this tour?
- France
Sharon P.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· National Parks of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Beautiful bike rides and swimming in the clear very blue sea. We met so many nice people! This is a great trip - adventure mixed with relaxation. We plan to book another tour for next year. This may be an annual must-do!
- When did you take this tour?
- August 2025
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- Exactly as described. There were a few hills but the pedal assist bike and excellent guides made it enjoyable.
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Croatia
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Accommodations 4
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Included meals 5
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Bikes + equipment 5
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Scenery 5
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Ease of navigation 5
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Pre-travel information 5
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Routes 4
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Difficulty 5
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Eliza Tripsite Staff 2 months ago
Thank you, Sharon. We look forward to helping you plan next year's adventure too!
Cheryl W.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Pearls of Dalmatia
What a wonderful way to see the islands of Croatia. The guides and crew were fabulous. The guides were knowledge and friendly. The crew was attentive and took care of everything. The bikes were in good shape. I used an ebike and glad I decided to switch. My husband is a cyclist and he rode a touring bike all week. The hills are tough but he did it. It was hot during our week and the guides planned for extra stops with was needed and appreciated. The Romatica was clean and well taken care of. The cabins were bigger than we expected, simple but just what you need on a trip like this one.
- When did you take this tour?
- August 2025 (8-15th)
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- As expected, the heat in August made it more difficult.
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Croatia
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Accommodations 5
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Included meals 5
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Bikes + equipment 5
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Scenery 5
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Ease of navigation 5
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Pre-travel information 5
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Routes 5
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Difficulty 4
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Eliza Tripsite Staff 2 months ago
Thank you for your wonderful review, Cheryl! It's so lovely to hear that you enjoyed the trip and were so well taken care of by the crew!
Josie H.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Along the Danube - Passau to Vienna
The scenery was beautiful! The Merlijn was beautiful and very comfortable. But, the standout for the trip was the staff. Coen and Christina made our week so wonderful and kept us well informed. “Cat” at the bar and serving was very charming and fun! He knew all our names by day 2! Simone kept our cabins tidy and did a great job on our laundry. June was always tidying up the ship and keeping it looking great. Ilsa was a really good tour guide and was very knowledgeable about the history of Austria.
- When did you take this tour?
- August 2025
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- It was not easy everyday, too many steep inclines on certain days. One day was actually rated moderate on the internet so I did not go and stayed on the boat. (Because I fell 3 times on the steep inclines-bike too heavy when having to stop on the inclines. Once I got a different bike it was a better experience for me.)
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Austria, Germany
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Accommodations 5
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Included meals 5
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Bikes + equipment 4
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Scenery 5
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Pre-travel information 5
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Routes 4
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Difficulty 3
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Eliza Tripsite Staff 2 months ago
Thank you for your great review and photos, Josie! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your trip and found the crew and ship so accommodating.
William M.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Bruges to Amsterdam
The trip was well run, food was great the tour was amazing look at the country's.
- When did you take this tour?
- Aug 7th 2025
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- Perfect
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Belgium, Netherlands
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Accommodations 5
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Included meals 5
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Bikes + equipment 4
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Scenery 5
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Ease of navigation 5
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Pre-travel information 3
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Routes 5
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Difficulty 5
Matthew E.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Along the Danube-Iron Gates
Budapest at night. Cycling the the Wachusett Valley and Vienna
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Accommodations 4
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Included meals 5
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Bikes + equipment 4
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Scenery 5
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Ease of navigation 5
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Pre-travel information 5
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Routes 5
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Difficulty 5
Lydia W.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Along the Danube - Four Country Tour
The room on the boat was lovely and the food was very good. We did a guided tour and I felt our guide was inexperienced She did not have many safety measures that I have had on previous bike trips. i.e a sweep and ensuring everyone is ready to go before taking off. Also would have been better to be able to visit some cultural places like the Abbey, museums or churches. We were not given anytime on our rides to do this. The highlights was the wine region and wine tasting.
John S.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Amsterdam to Bruges
The views cycling Bruges, the countryside, windmills etc
Boat was nice, food was good, nice staff.
- When did you take this tour?
- August '25
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- Mostly easy. The cities are congested traffic and bikers and walkers. Country riding excellent.
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Netherlands, Belgium
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Accommodations 5
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Included meals 4
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Bikes + equipment 4
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Scenery 5
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Ease of navigation 4
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Pre-travel information 4
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Routes 5
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Difficulty 5
Donna S.
2 months ago
Verified Reviewer
· Authentic Holland
I recently completed the Authentic Holland trip aboard the Magnifique II. The vessel was well-maintained, staffed by an excellent team, and featured outstanding cuisine. I greatly appreciated the expertise of our guides, Erna and Niels, who provided valuable insights into the region. Our itinerary included cycling through wooded areas, along dykes, and through scenic towns and countryside. Each day, mid-morning, we sstopped for coffee and toured historic villages.
The only aspect that did not meet expectations was the absence of a visit to Amsterdam Castle Muiderslot. Although we stopped in Muiden for lunch and had time to explore, the tour description included a photograph of the castle, which led to the assumption that the site would be part of the program. Guests were permitted to visit independently, but time constraints made this challenging. Incorporating the castle’s entrance fee and allocating a dedicated visit period could enhance future experiences. Overall, I found the bike and boat tour to be highly rewarding.
- Countries included in this tour?
- Netherlands
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