Netherlands Bike + Boat Tour Reviews — 1651 to 1680 of 1799


Craig McGowan
November 24, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges

All good on our bike and barge trip from Amsterdam to Bruges - especially the fantastic boat crew (I got to spend a rainy afternoon on the bridge with the boat captain).

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium

Philippe Tison
November 24, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

I think the staff at Tripsite/Dutch Bike Tours should be obliged to do their bike routes once a year to pick up difficult signage. A ferry crossing as part of our schedule was not available on the day of the week we arrived and we had to do a long detour. The ferry never travels on that day at that time of the year and when I phoned the Dutch Tours hotline they didn't even know that. We were not impressed. Also, despite its 'star rating' the Velotel in Brugge is a very poor standard compared to the other hotels we stayed at. Terrible rooms and an awful location for seeing Brugge (but good for getting on the trail).

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Robin Bagby
November 24, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

Barge had bugs in drains. Lots in room every night. Aldo specifically booked comfort class boat for the AC. They turned it off before 9pm every night.

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Mona White
November 24, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Tulip Tour - 8 day

I left my heart in The Netherlands. The people are so great there.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands

Noel Williams
November 23, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges

Trip was up to high standard and very enjoyable. Great staff and very friendly atmosphere.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium

Jan Bray
November 23, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Tulip Tour - 8 day

The route was altered due to bridge construction, beyond the control of the staff. They handled it well, though. It was very fun and the group bonded well. I would suggest at the beginning, a short refresher on hand signals, road signs, etc would be good so that we all understand the traveling circumstances.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands

Jim Wernham
November 23, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Super Tulip Tour

This was our first trip - what a fantastic experience and great way to see the country. We look forward to many more adventures.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands

Sandi Branker
November 23, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Tulip Tour - 5 day

Loved the trip and hope to do it another in 2016!

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands

Judith Frederick
November 23, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Super Tulip Tour

The staff on the Zwaan was top notch. They attended to our every need. Trip was superb. Every person in our group of 10 loved the trip!!

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands

Michael and Carol Powell
November 23, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

We have had a few cycling vacations with the help of Tripsite over the past few years. Tripsite staff has always been accessible and helpful with travel plans and specific information we required. Thanks for making it fun and easy. We'll be back!

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Natadha Vickery
November 23, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

Excellent guide, staff. Very friendly and helpful. No complaints.

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Christine Dear
November 23, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

This was my second trip on the Merlijn. Brought a group with me both times. Everything was fabulous. Jentien did an excellent job as chef and Henk, as the captain, was great. Our guides were excellent and most capable in emergencies. The towns we visited we interesting and our guides were able to fill us in on the history of the area. The bikes were in excellent shape. No flats! Will definitely travel with them again.

My experience for our group with Tripsite was also the best. Have told many about your wonderful service. Thank you!

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Dick Shover
November 23, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

Our barge hosts were fabulous, as was our food. Guide on the bikes also was truly wonderful. It was a great experience.

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Mary Knapp
November 23, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

The trip was great as were the hosts of the boat. Everything was exceptional even though it rained daily, that was not a detriment as everything made up for it.

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Mary Knapp
November 23, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

The trip was great as were the hosts of the boat. Everything was exceptional even though it rained daily, that was not a detriment as everything made up for it.

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

David Fish
November 23, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Cologne

It was our first bike and barge trip and we loved it so much we've already booked next years trip!

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Germany

Ann Hodgson
November 23, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

This was actually the second time I took this trip. I went with friends last time and this time took family to share the experience with them.

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Margaret Terrett
November 23, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· North Holland Tour

I would recommend the trip with reservations. The food on the boat was not special but ok. While our leader was competent I did not find him helpful at times and other times I found him condescending. The route descriptions were well done but we had to argue to have one for each rider even though it clearly stated we would each a have one. I would have like much more about the places we were visiting included on the daily route descriptions. Carrying a visitor guide is not easy on a bike. The bikes were not in good shape for our trip. The mechanic tried to do his best but they were not a "freewheeling" experience. On mine the gears did not work, others had similar issues. When the holiday depends on a good cycling experience then the bike becomes a priority.
I cannot recommend the experience whole heartily except for the amazing landscape of northern Netherlands. That part I really enjoyed. Also I enjoyed being part of a group. I would not recommend a person or couple try the trip because no effort was made to mix the people. I was part of a big group and so I always had people to cycle with.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands

Charlene James
November 22, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges

In Ghent, too far from city centre to explore after biking unless take a taxi into the city. Antwerp museum was closed, as it was a Sunday. Very disappointing. Breakfast and lunch meals were almost always the same, got too uninteresting.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium

Kay Howarth
November 22, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

Bruges to Amsterdam was just wonderful and would recommend the smaller group of people. Just 24 was a good number. All the staff on the Fiep were great!

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

John Heinze
November 22, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Cologne

Our guide was ok but I've had better ones on previous trips. It was a lot of going through the motions since he had done 15-20 trips prior to ours it was maybe a case of being burned out. A bit more interaction on where we were going and what we were seeing would have been nice. Overall trip was top notch though as usual.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Germany

Natadha Vickery
November 22, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

Excellent guide, staff. Very friendly and helpful. No complaints.

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Doug Chittum
November 22, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

The crew of the Magnifique on the Bruges to Amsterdam barge was fantastic! Have recommended it to others already.

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Doug Lay
November 22, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

I thoroughly enjoyed the Bruges to Amsterdam bike/barge trip last spring. From the easy, scenic rides, to the informative, knowledgeable guide to the excellent private accommodations on board the barge, I'm already looking at booking another bike/barge trip with Tripsite!

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Diane Denham
November 21, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

I had an amazing time. I loved everything about it and I would recommend it to anyone. In fact I have recommended it to many many people.

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Sharon Bozman
November 21, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Tulip Tour - 8 day

Had a wonderful time. The crew were amazing. Fred the guide was very attentive, knowledgeable, and always willing to help. Well organized with unique side trips. The food was great and the crew were all very friendly and helpful. What a beautiful country and lovely way to experience it. I will definitely recommend it to my friends.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands

Linda Scotten
November 21, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Tulip Tour - Amsterdam to Bruges - 8 day

Though not a 'delux' trip the staff and other passengers made it such a memorable trip! It might not suit everyone but we loved it!

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Donna Ogilvie
November 21, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges

This was an excellent trip. We were well taken care of on The Merjlin. The cabin was set up well, their attention to detail, everything was designed to ensure we had the best vacation experience -right down to fresh flowers on board. I have recommended The Merjlin to everyone who asks about my trip.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium

Denise Hansen
November 21, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges

Our Amsterdam to Bruges 7 days bike and barge was the highlight of our 90 day trip! Loved it all, and many people have viewed my travelpod and also our coffee table book of photos. It is a long way to come from NZ but I have been drooling over the Croatia bike and barge trips for 2016.....

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium

Ted Hansen
November 21, 2015

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges

Thought I'd find it hard, not really being a biker, and I got a sore backside on occasion, especially when we got lost and pedalled a few extra kms, but just loved the whole experience. (even piked out on the last rainy day and motored into Bruges, felt I earned it!)

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium

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