Netherlands Tour Reviews — 151 to 180 of 1792

As a traveler I always keep my expectations low, because, well, you never know.... and in my experience the best things happen when you do not expect them. I can certainly say this tour far exceeded my expectations and left me with memories to last a lifetime. The cycling offers much variety and our guide Tom always made it more fun. The Magnifique II is perfect for getting a good nights sleep and also for lounging around enjoying the people and scenery around you. There wasn't a meal I didn't enjoy. Holland is beautiful and a perfect destination for a bike tour. To everyone involved in making this happen, WELL DONE!

This was a beautiful boat, the food was excellent and the bike guides were great. The room and bathroom were very spacious and everything was extremely clean and tidy. We really enjoyed the trip very much.

I recently experienced the Authentic Holland 8-Day Bike and Boat Tour aboard the Magnifique II, and it was truly a fantastic journey! From the moment I stepped on board, the boat crew made me feel well-cared-for, ensuring that all my needs were met. The Magnifique II, a Deluxe Class Boat, is essentially a floating luxury hotel, with incredibly clean, comfortable, and very nice cabins.
The dining experience on board was a highlight as well—the kitchen provided delicious meals, which made me look forward to each meal. As for the cycling, the tour was thoughtfully organized. I enjoyed the natural surroundings and felt fully immersed in the Dutch countryside.
The itinerary gave a well-rounded view of Holland’s charming towns and landscapes. The crew on board was friendly and welcoming, contributing greatly to the enjoyment of the trip. All in all, this tour offered a perfect mix of comfort, adventure, and Dutch culture. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxed yet immersive way to experience Holland!

I recently had the pleasure of staying onboard the Magnifique II and it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff went above and beyond to ensure my comfort and satisfaction. The luxurious accommodation, coupled with exceptional service, made my stay truly memorable! Welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff made me feel right at home :)
Riding through the magnificent biking paths was another highlights of the entire adventure.
Food was also distinctive. I LOVED everything about the tour! Thanks to Tripsite for making this tour happen!

Guided evening walks through some less touristy medieval towns, including Dordrecht and Schoonhoven, gave us a more personal experience of the guild houses and legends of centuries ago. Be open-minded to making new friends and make sure you carry a few euros with you as restroom facilities can come at a small price.

An amazing tour through historical towns, villages and countryside. I loved the wide open spaces but the forests were something else too - really magical at this time of year - and all on really well-maintained cycle paths. The places we visited were beautiful by day when exploring the history, but some of the towns we stopped at also came alive at night for those venturing out - there was definitely something for everyone.

We stayed on the Magnifique II which was definitely magnifique! The boat was very well laid out for socialising and dining with more than enough room to have time to yourself as well on the back deck or upper deck. The food was absolutely amazing and varied each day, and the team onboard were very friendly and helpful. All dietary requirements were catered for. The bikes were also well-serviced and easy to ride.

The cabins were cosy with very comfy beds and an en-suite which is all I needed at the end of a long day. Personally I spent more time in the dining/sitting area (and occasionally in the hot tub on the top deck!) than my cabin, but there were suites available too for those that want to book more space to themselves.

Our tour guides for the trip were very knowledgeable, friendly and fun to talk to. If I'm back in Europe on a trip I'd love to have guides like them again.

The other people I met onboard on this trip made it something really special too - thank you all for a wonderful experience.

This was my first trip to the Netherlands, and it didn't disappoint. Our cycling route took us through scenic farmlands, forests, and quaint Hanseatic villages. The cycling paths were well maintained and the e-bike (the first time I have ridden one) made cycling even easier than anticipated. This tour, however, wouldn't have been the same without our fantastic cycling guides Tom and Hans. They were simply fantastic and made the tour so much fun. Together with the top-notch crew aboard the Magnifique II, the delicious and well-prepared meals, and the clean and welcoming cabins, the experience was one I will not forget. I would highly recommend this tour!

The North Holland bike and barge trip in Oct was very memorable! Beautiful scenic rides thru villages, seaports, sand dunes and more.
Although Holland is flat as a pancake, the ebike was very helpful on windy days and those 25+ mile routes. The Holland bike trail system is amazing and drivers are so safety oriented compared to Americans. Such a joy!
The barge and room was very comfortable. My favorite part was relaxing on the upper deck and watching the pilot navigate the De Willemstad carefully thru the locks and under bridges.

Our routine of evening trail orientation, breakfast (and pack lunch), ride and sightseeing, back for drink and dinner, was very enjoyable! Everything except the food was 5 star.

Packing a small thermos might be helpful for some riders who would like some tea or a warm drink if they tend to get cold. Padded bike shorts important.

Our guides were helpful and fun! They even offered walking tours thru some of the towns.

The Dutch are very warm and kind people!! Can’t wait to go back!

More Information on last day details would have been helpful with planning flight times. (Could leave late that day if needed)

The entire crew of Magnifique II went above and beyond the call of duty. They were super accommodating and definitely were very client centered in everything they did. The chef was awesome, and all the dinners were five star. The guides were super knowledgeable about the areas we toured, and their narratives were always value added. I will definitely be returning on future tours and will certainly be recommending this tour to friends.

Knowledgeable and helpful staff. Well paced tour with great food.

This adventure far exceeded my expectations. The guids were informative and friendly and very confident guiding 32 of us on bicycles into very busy Cities. This is something that I personally had never done however I felt comfortable with their guidance

The most memorable part of our trip was the incredible hospitality of all the crew on the Manifique 3. All the extra tours and special surprises were above my expectations. The food was spectacular . It was a wonderful experience.

My wife and I immensely enjoyed the Amsterdam to Bruges tour. We'd do another Tripsite tour gladly. Great routes, terrific information packet with paper maps, nice hotels, incredible scenery, delicious food, beer. The starting hotel, the WestCord Art Hotel Amsterdam Art, was wonderful. The trip included breakfast at all hotels, a pleasure though it varied from hotel to hotel from great to just fine, but always with a coffee machine that made lattes!

I suggest getting to Amsterdam at least two days ahead, both to enjoy the city and to have sufficient time to check that the bikes fit you. We rented the e-bikes and that was great for the headwinds out of the southwest all week. For my part, I often used NO assist once getting the bike going. The Dutch bikes were surprisingly enjoyable to ride.

About the GPS tracks, here's what I urge you do. The provided GPS route are great but do NOT include CUE SHEETS. Although I have a Garmin, I really prefer using Ride with GPS (RWGPS) on my phone. So:

1. Download RWGPS to your phone and pay for a subscription so you can save the routes for offline use. That way even without cell coverage, they work.

2. When you click on the supplied GPS route links provided by Tripsite, they will open automatically in RWGPS. There is an option to generate a cue sheet. DO THAT.

3. Save the routes for offline use.

4. In your RWGPS settings, switch to metric units. We found it fun think in kilometers for the trip.

5. Purchase a phone mount. If you have one already it will likely not fit on the Dutch bike handlebars. I got two on Amazon for $16 each and my wife and I found it was fantastic for the riding. To get what we used, search for "TruActive Premium Bike Phone Mount Holder".

6. Bring a battery back and short cable for your phone. It will fit nicely in the front bag.

7. If using an iPhone, use low battery mode. There is no need to go to Airplane mode. With low battery mode, you get all phone features; the phone will however dim when not used. That's a minor inconvenience for the super battery life it will give you.

Thanks for the wonderful trip Tripsite.

Great biking holiday ! This was our first but will not be our last the boat accommodations bikes and routes where exceptional!. We went in late September early Oct and you will want to bring layered clothing as it was usually cooler in morning but warmed up late morning. Overall great experience and holiday.

The most memorable part for me was meeting great people. The food and the sights were amazing also.

Loved our Bike Guides and the added "surprises" they had instore for us i.e. Evening City Tours, Canal Tour, Beer tasting etc.
The boat was amazing as well and loved the deluxe Cabin. We are definately planning on another tour... this time France to Germany. Wish we could have the same bike guides :)

The ship we were on was quite amazing at 220 feet long! The landscapes while bicycling were so gorgeous. Brain games for rainy days.

This was a wonderful trip. It was our first bike and barge trip but it won’t be our last one.
Biking through the fields and countryside of Belgium and the Netherlands was beautiful. We were on a self guided tip but each evening a guide went over the next days tour and pointed out interesting places to stop and visit. Staff was lovely and meals were great.
The vest we received from Tripsite were the best. Everyone commented on them. They made us so visible. Would definitely recommend them to all who are doing these trips.
Most took electric bikes but it was very flat and always paved so very easy to bike on.
Definitely would recommend this trip.

An excellent way to visit Belgium and Netherlands. The food was delicious. Rooms were comfortable. We will definitely be doing another bike and barge trip.

Biking through the country was unforgettable. Truly enjoyable.

Amsterdam is always a great place to start and finish. The evening walking tour was very nice.

The crew and guide were fantastic! They did a great job—friendly, knowledgeable and they had a good sense of humor. The “Sarah” has issues with cleanliness—for the entire trip, each room was infested with dozens of drain flies and had a strong smell of sewage. The carpet smelled like dirty socks. The owner happened to be on the boat for the first leg and he said that he was going to install new bathrooms and take care of drainage issues (flies/sewage smell). However, when we docked in Amsterdam, the boat was being cleaned so it could be used as a floating hotel. Therefore, it seems unlikely that the problems will be fixed. For the 2025 season, please encourage the owners to fix the problem so others do not have a similar experience. I would not go on the “Sarah” again without this being addressed.

The sights were beautiful but would have preferred to arrive in the town and villages earlier so we could have seen them in the daylight.

Lanadscapes and history were amazing!
Bikes great.
Staff extraodinary!!!
Food too plain.
Arie was great!!!
would like to plan another trip next year!

I can't think of the most memorable....having our own "home" for the week was wonderful. The captain and staff were superb and the chef was exceptional. Bike rides were great and the guides full of info and enthusiasm.

This trip exceeded our expectations. The crew were amazing, our guide Anita was the best! We met strangers who became friends. The scenery and rides were incredible. I would highly recommend.

Riding along the Belgian and Netherland countrysides and stopping at the magnificent windmills were the highlights of the trip, but every ride and scene were fabulous! Acres of brilliantly colored flowers, sheep, cows, horses, vast pastures and canals were seemingly everywhere for our eyes to take in. And the instant friends we made, our wonderful guide Corrie and the support staff helped to make the trip seamless. Having e-bikes allowed us to simply glide along enjoying the incredible views.
Our previous bike and barge tour stopped at ports with vibrant evening walking tours which were lacking on this trip. And the food for us to make daily lunches never varied. But overall we had a wonderful experience that we recommend to all of our friends!

We really enjoyed the towns we visited and the diversity of the beautiful countryside.

It was a family reunion with friends whom most have never been on a bike & barge trip…ever! It was fun, exciting, adventurous and EPIC. If you are curious about a bike and barge trip, take the leap and do it. You may see something, meet someone or reinvent yourself that changes your life.

The most brilliant part of the trip was the cycling of course! Flying along the wonderful cycle paths; getting lost, getting back on track again, enjoying the scenery of fields and windmills and people's beautiful gardens; finding the boat at the end of the day after an exhilarating ride and then really enjoying the sense of achievement at successfully completing a journey. I also just loved the boat (so comfy) and the crew (excellent) and the tasty plentiful food. I should add that the other passengers from all around the world were really nice and we had shared values - positive, energetic intelligent people - so I felt amongst friends. It was definitely one of the best holidays I've ever had and I shall do it again.
Top Tip. Buy padded cycling shorts!!!
And if you're not a practising cyclist hire an e-bike.