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4.7 out of 5

 


Dayna G.
2 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges

The bikes were very comfortable and in great shape. The bike leaders were very good at bike fitting and patiently made adjustments. Bike fitting was very smooth.
The boat was wonderful.
Small staff with incredible passion and energy.
Meals were delicious.
Communication was great.

When did you take this tour?
July 2025
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
Mostly flat terrain and at sea level. Paths are fabulous so difficulty was not hard.
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium
  • Accommodations 4
  • Included meals 5
  • Bikes + equipment 5
  • Scenery 5
  • Ease of navigation 5
  • Pre-travel information 5
  • Routes 5
  • Difficulty 2

Pauline L.
2 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges

UNESCO Kinderdijk windmills visit was very special on the bike tour. I enjoyed each major city, too.

Tripsite gave excellent information.

Sometimes I felt rushed to leave for the morning bike ride. Perhaps the bike tour guides could have checked out the skill level of those on E bikes as well.

  • Love this barge (photo by Pauline L.)
  • Favorite site on the trip (photo by Pauline L.)
  • Antwerp (photo by Pauline L.)
  • Traveling on the barge (photo by Pauline L.)
  • At our barge Getty fitted for our bikes (photo by Pauline L.)
  • Utrecht (photo by Pauline L.)
Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium

Peggy C.
2 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges

The whole trip was great! The barge was lovely, the food was outstanding. I wish I could give 10 stars! The crew was helpful and engaging. Ride guides were very knowledgable and helpful.

When did you take this tour?
Ju;uy 2025
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
It was pretty much what I expected.
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium
  • Accommodations 5
  • Included meals 5
  • Bikes + equipment 5
  • Scenery 5
  • Ease of navigation 5
  • Pre-travel information 5
  • Routes 5
  • Difficulty 5

randi s.
2 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges

The most memorable part of the trip was the gift of breezing through the many changing landscapes of this region, at our own pace, stopping for a coffee to be part of the community for only a few moments.

When did you take this tour?
July 2025. Additional comment. The staff and food on the DeHolland made a negative impact on our trip. Our guide was terrible. We would work again with tripsite but 100% upgrade our boat.
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
Harder than expected because of the time spent on the bike and the winds. Thankfully it was relatively flat, but the bikes were heavier than the ones we were used to at home.
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium
  • Accommodations 3
  • Included meals 1
  • Bikes + equipment 3
  • Scenery 5
  • Ease of navigation 3
  • Pre-travel information 4
  • Routes 3
  • Difficulty 3

Eric D.
2 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Maastricht

All along thebjourney the countryside evolves from the super cycle friendly amsterdam end to the more car centric life at the Masstricht end. The towns and vilkages are interesting but not stunning in the way the Mosel tour us. There is large scale terraforming going on to modify the flooding pattern of the Mass River which I found of great interest. And not least is the instant group dynamics of the folks on the tour.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands

Linda W.
2 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam Bike Tour

Very easy to follow as Belgium and Holland are sooo geared up for cyclists.
Thoroughly enjoyed the whole trip. Organisation was seamless.

  •  (photo by Linda W.)
  •  (photo by Linda W.)
Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Janet R.
2 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

The routes chosen were excellent!
Barge, guides & places visited exceeded expectations!

  • Kinderdijk (photo by Janet R.)
  • Bruges (photo by Janet R.)
  • Bruges (photo by Janet R.)
When did you take this tour?
July 2025
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
@30+ miles each day. Ebike made it easy.
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands
  • Accommodations 5
  • Included meals 5
  • Bikes + equipment 5
  • Scenery 5
  • Ease of navigation 5
  • Pre-travel information 5
  • Routes 5
  • Difficulty 5

Don and Jody L.
2 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges

The entire trip was a wonderful experience. The barge was superior and the entire crew was beyond exceptional.

Getting to see parts of the Netherlands and Belgium this way was wonderful.

  •  (photo by Don and Jody L.)
Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium

Kimberly B.
2 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam Bike Tour

Bruges was a very cool city, lots of culture and beautiful architecture. The paths were well laid out and easy to follow.

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Tim R.
2 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam Bike Tour

One of our favorite vacations of all time. The route, although complex in some parts, was easy enough to follow using a special app (as mentioned by TripSite in pre-trip email). The tour sent us winding through beautiful farm country, tranquil villages, historic towns and some nice attractions along the way. And the e-bikes we rented had plenty of power and range so that the riding was effortless and we could add on extra distance without worrying about the battery running out.

The hotels they put us up at were fantastic as were the breakfasts. Overall it was a flawless trip and we look forward to do another trip next year

  • view of historic windmills of Kinderdijk (photo by Tim R.)
  • The "Thinker" statue in Rembrandt square in Amsterdam, near our hotel (photo by Tim R.)
When did you take this tour?
July 2025
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
Was easier ride than what I expected but my wife doesn't ride as much as me and she found it "just right". I was hoping for longer rides each day but we added on some extra on our own. I had e-bike and for much of the ride I didn't even use the power assist. I could have easily done the entire 6 days of riding with one full battery charge, that's how good the battery was. For people who want an effortless ride (low power assist the whole way) you can easily do 80 km per day on a full battery
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands
  • Accommodations 5
  • Included meals 5
  • Bikes + equipment 5
  • Scenery 5
  • Ease of navigation 4
  • Pre-travel information 5
  • Routes 5
  • Difficulty 5

Andy D.
2 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

The Boat accommodations and staff were wonderful. The e-bikes performed well and freshly charged each day.
The guides and routes we took each day were wonderful. The guides were also very knowledgeable of the areas we visited.
Couldn’t have had a better trip.

  • Having fun in Holland, Netherlands (photo by Andy D.)
  • Great adventure and scenery (photo by Andy D.)
When did you take this tour?
July 2025
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
Some times biking through some of the cities got a little tricky. But well worth it.
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands
  • Accommodations 5
  • Included meals 5
  • Bikes + equipment 5
  • Scenery 5
  • Ease of navigation 5
  • Pre-travel information 5
  • Routes 5
  • Difficulty 3

Blaine K.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

This was our first bike and barge trip and we had a wonderful time. The Magnifique IV was beautiful and the crew was phenomenal. They were so friendly and they took such good care of us. The food was outstanding! Some advice I would pass on to future guests would be to bring some plastic containers from home to pack your lunch in, containers for sandwich condiments, fruit, etc. for example. We enjoyed getting to know the other passengers but we are a bit more introverted so it was nice having the small seating area in our upper deck suite for some privacy.

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Peter B.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Cologne

Excellent trip with first class service and facilities
Easy pace for cycling and good quality bikes
Staff and customer experience was exceptional as was the food - A wow every day!

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Germany

Joanne M.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges

Daily rides through charming Dutch and Belgian villages and rural areas.

  • Canadian Cruisers in Kinderdijk (photo by Joanne M.)
When did you take this tour?
June/July 2025
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
Perfect! Just as I expected.
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium
  • Accommodations 4
  • Included meals 5
  • Bikes + equipment 5
  • Scenery 5
  • Ease of navigation 5
  • Pre-travel information 5
  • Routes 5
  • Difficulty 5

Kevin H.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges

Beautiful scenery. Amazing guides. Excellent food and drink. Friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating staff.

  •  (photo by Kevin H.)
Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium

Susan W.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Maastricht

It was actually Maastricht to Amsterdam. It was a wonderful tour. The history in the towns, cities, and villages is impressive, as are the great bakeries.

  •  (photo by Susan W.)
  •  (photo by Susan W.)
Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands

Robin L.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam

My husband and I had a wonderful trip aboard the Magnifique II. The crew was great and the biking was outstanding. Loads of fun!

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Kathy A.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Authentic Holland

Cycling in The Netherlands is wonderful and this trip took us to a great variety of settings. We cycled into small towns, past historic sites, through beautiful forests, across pretty meadows and felt comfortably safe the whole time. The route allowed for stops along the way while still feeling like we accomplished a good ride by the end of the day. The De Nassau was comfortable and accommodating. The crew and guide, Wilma, made us feel welcome and assisted us with any needs or questions we had. The bikes were well-maintained and comfortable. Thanks for a great trip!

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands

Edith S.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Bruges to Amsterdam Bike Tour

We are a family of 4 with kids age 12 and 6 and we bike regularly at home, including over longer distances. We had a wonderful time on this trip! The biking distances were just right for us, we enjoyed the solitude and self guided aspects, the maps and instructions were helpful, the hotels were great (including excellent breakfasts everywhere) and we loved the combination of the biking with exploring historical places and culture. We also opted to extend our stay in Amsterdam and keep the bikes, which worked out well for us. Everything related to luggage worked well.

The one thing that didn't go perfectly was the trailer bike for our younger son. The trailer was basically just old - it was giving out and even with my husband tightening it it was veering off to one side. This took away from some of the enjoyment of the rides on the last couple of days. We recommend the company overhaul their stock of trailers.

Countries included in this tour?
Belgium, Netherlands

Johann C.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Authentic Holland

This was our first bicycle/barge trip and it was a fantastic experience from the beginning to the end.
The cycle routes were safe, beautiful and easy to follow. We really enjoyed each day - even when the weather wasn't perfect. Visiting the Hanseatic cities was also very interesting: I enjoyed the walking tours in the evening.
Overall, I loved the trip and wish it was two weeks long!

When did you take this tour?
June, 2025
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
Cycling infrastructure in the Netherlands is unlike anything I've ever experienced. It is fantastic.
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands
  • Accommodations 4
  • Included meals 3
  • Bikes + equipment 5
  • Scenery 5
  • Ease of navigation 5
  • Pre-travel information 5
  • Routes 5
  • Difficulty 5

Shirlee S.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Authentic Holland

The staff were delightful! Thank you. I loved the ride through the National forest.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands

Nancy F.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Authentic Holland

I loved everything about this trip!
The Iris was fantastic. Loved the crew, accommodations and food. Our guides, Wim and Alice, were also excellent. They were both super kind and helpful. The route thru picturesque Dutch towns and lovely, green countryside was idyllic. I can’t imagine better hosts than everyone we encountered on this wonderful tour!

  • Riding over the dykes (photo by Nancy F.)
  • Dinner on the Iris (photo by Nancy F.)
  • A lovely town for a coffee stop (photo by Nancy F.)
When did you take this tour?
June, 2025
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
Since I was on an e-bike the wind was not a problem but would have been (for me) on a regular bike. Trails were flat and well-maintained.
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands
  • Accommodations 5
  • Included meals 5
  • Bikes + equipment 5
  • Scenery 5
  • Ease of navigation 5
  • Pre-travel information 5
  • Routes 5
  • Difficulty 5

Cathy K.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges - 11 days

Our Bike and Barge trip on the Merlijn was top notch. There were many highlights including our daily cycling trips guided by our fantastic knowledgeable guide Franciene, who hails from the Netherlands. She told us lots of ‘stories’ along the way and planned each of our outings with great care and personalization. Our Merlin accommodations were top notch. Can’t say enough about our crew. They were amazing professional, friendly and took care of our every need. Christina our co-captain and chef extraordinaire served us fantastic meals every night. I would love to do more exploring with the Merlijn crew in the future.

  • Celebrating our crew at the Captains Dinner. (photo by Cathy K.)
  • Our group visit to the cheese factory in Gouda with Jan & Jan (photo by Cathy K.)
Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium

Rosalyn G.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges - 11 days

The barge is excellent and the food service great. The staff were very organized and pleasant. The bikes were excellent and the best helmets with the microphone communication with the guide who was also excellent. The routes were well planned and the tours from the boat were good. It was great to have a flexible day where one had a choice to bike and hike, bike and kayak or chose to go on your own excursion which several people did- a day in The Hague and Delft. Highly recommend this tour!

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium

Regina M.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Holland - World War II Reflections

Martin was a super guide. Bikes were fun- mine could have been a bit smaller but it worked. Bike paths were great. Accommodations were perfect for us- comfortable and nice restaurant.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands

cornelis p.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· South Holland Tour

rain otherwise ok.
cabin is n the boat . even after several requests the AC was not fixed . it was very uncomfortable. I was actually berated that I opened the sliding doors in order to try to get some cooler air inside. in retrospect I should have taken my pillow and sleep in the lobby.

When did you take this tour?
July 2025
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
yes
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands
  • Accommodations 1
  • Included meals 2
  • Bikes + equipment 3
  • Scenery 5
  • Ease of navigation 3
  • Pre-travel information 3
  • Routes 3
  • Difficulty 3

Dan C.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Scenic Coastal Route from Amsterdam to Bruges

The only worry in the world we had was where to stop for a coffee or lunch. The hotels that were arranged were beautiful and the historic towns we stayed in were really fun to visit.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium

Carmen C.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges - 11 days

Imagine cycling along dykes and rivers and canals in the softest light of the morning and seeing on the horizon 19 windmills! That's what happened on the ninth day of our Barge and Bike Tour. We cycled past 19 historical windmills at Kinderdyke. That was how I dreamt cycling in Holland would be. Just magical.
Every now and again you would glimpse through the reeds and rushes, water fowl and swans. and if you were lucky enough to be there just at the right movement, you would see the cygnets climb onto the backs of the mamma swans to have a ride. All that there amongst the fairytale windmills.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium

Cheryl S.
3 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Bike & Sail Holland’s UNESCO Wadden Sea & IJsselmeer

A more relaxing and natural side of the Netherlands. A nice balance of biking and sightseeing (Ecomare, Shipwreck and Beachcombing museum, Frisian ice skating museum, oldest, operating planetarium). I really enjoyed wandering the canals and streets of Harlingen. Tripsite staff and the boat crew were very good - as always!

  • One of our last ports of call (photo by Cheryl S.)
  • Cycling by Medemblik castle - our boat in the background (photo by Cheryl S.)
  • Harbor at Oudeschild (photo by Cheryl S.)
  • Boat docked at Makkum (photo by Cheryl S.)
When did you take this tour?
May 2025
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
as expected.
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands
  • Accommodations 4
  • Included meals 3
  • Bikes + equipment 5
  • Scenery 5
  • Ease of navigation 5
  • Pre-travel information 5
  • Routes 5
  • Difficulty 5

stu and Barb D.
4 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Amsterdam to Bruges

The guides were excellent and it was fun when they interacted with us. The entire staff were professional not to mention talented - all were very personable and could not do enough for you. The meals were exceptional!!!! It was fun when guides would add in some things on our rides, like the man who Has created different bikes that we all could try. We were fortunate to have people who interacted! Thank you for a great trip.

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium