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Holland offers 33,000 kms of well maintained and clearly signposted cycle paths making it an ideal choice for a leisure cycling holiday. The lack of hills is of course another big plus for many leisure cyclists, as is the country's iconic "polder" scenery of dykes, waterways and windmills. Many visit in the springtime to witness the kaleidoscopic tulip fields around Amsterdam.
The Dutch themselves are very keen cyclists and just about everyone in Holland seems to own a bicycle. Cycling is ingrained in the Dutch culture and the well-maintained cycle paths are always busy with local commuters, shoppers, school children and even trades-people happily pedalling along.
With very few exceptions, you can be sure that a cycle ride through the Dutch countryside will be on level terrain. The world's best network of cycle paths will take you almost anywhere in Holland and there are a myriad of wonderful itineraries leading you through the unique polder landscape of green fields, dykes, canals and windmills to historic Dutch cities such as Edam, Delft, Gouda and of course Amsterdam.
In the springtime, the Tulip Fields to the west of Amsterdam erupt into an explosion of colour and one of the best ways to witness this spectacular Dutch phenomenon is from the saddle of a bicycle. We offer a range of Tulip cycle breaks where the main focus is the bulb fields.
The extensive network of canals and waterways in the Netherlands gave birth to a new genre of cycling holiday, the bike and boat holiday. On these tours you’ll join a barge or river cruiser in Amsterdam and embark on a 7-night cruise along the Dutch waterways. Each day you’ll alight somewhere new to pedal through iconic polder scenery to gorgeous old towns and villages.
Our easy cycling holidays offer short daily rides on mostly level terrain. A typical day’s ride will take 2 – 3 hours at a leisurely pace and the remainder of the day will be free for you to explore further or simply relax. These rides are particularly recommended for newcomers to cycling holidays and for families.
Our leisurely cycle holidays will suit those who are reasonably fit through regular exercise of one kind or another – not necessarily cycling. On the whole, the terrain will be level but there may also be a few small hills to contend with along the way too. Daily rides will typically take around 3 – 4 hours to complete.
Our moderate cycle holidays are for regular cyclists, who are used to longer rides with regular climbs. A good level of fitness is needed and you can expect to be in the saddle for between 4 and 5 hours each day.
These holidays are for seasoned cyclists who cycle long distances regularly and who enjoy the thrill of long days in the saddle. There will undoubtedly be some challenging climbs along the way and you can expect to cover between 55 and 75 miles each day.
A 4 night cycling break based at a cycle-friendly hotel in Amsterdam. You can choose to follow one of our pre-planned routes each day or decide yourself where you'd like to ride using Amsterdam's extensive cycle path network. Easy cycling with plenty to see and do in and around this fascinating city.
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Come and experience one of the most popular bike and boat routes in Europe. Easy cycling along dedicated cycle paths, taking in some of Holland and Belgium’s most iconic sights. On this route you’ll visit Amsterdam, the windmills of Kinderdijk, as well as the historic cities of Dordrecht, Antwerp, Ghent and Bruges. Your home for the week will be the comfortable river cruiser MS Fluvius.
A leisurely cycling holiday on quiet lanes and cycle paths from Holland’s cycle friendly capital to the medieval city of Bruges in Belgium. Along the way you’ll pedal alongside serene canals and through idyllic polder landscapes to charming villages and historic towns. Highlights include Gouda, with its lovely Market Square, Dordrecht – one of Holland’s oldest cities, the maritime towns on the islands of Zeeland, the windmills of Kinderdijk, and, of course, Amsterdam and Bruges themselves.
A very popular and highly enjoyable bike and boat holiday cruising through southern Holland and northern Belgium aboard one of the superb Magnifique boats. Ride along level cycle paths, to historic towns, passing windmills and dykes along the way.
Come and experience one of the most popular bike and boat routes in Europe. Easy cycling along dedicated cycle paths, taking in some of Belgium and Holland’s most iconic sights. On this route you’ll enjoy daily rides taking in the historic cities of Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp, Dordrecht and Amsterdam. You'll also see the traditional Windmillls of Kinderdijk. Your home for the week will be the comfortable river cruiser MS Fluvius.
A leisurely cycling holiday on quiet lanes and cycle paths from the lovely city of Bruges in Belgium to Amsterdam, Holland’s cycle friendly capital. Along the way you’ll pedal alongside serene canals and through idyllic polder landscapes to charming villages and historic towns. Highlights include the maritime towns of Zeeland, the windmills of Kinderdijk, Dordrecht – one of Holland’s oldest cities and, of course, Bruges and Amsterdam themselves.
This incredibly popular bike and boat holiday follows a wonderfully scenic route through northern Belgium and southern Holland. Highlights include the beautiful flemish cities of Bruges and Ghent, the windmills of Kinderdijk and the unique and vibrant city of Amsterdam. Enjoy easy daily rides on level cycle paths, mooring up somewhere new each evening.
The Classic Dutch Cycling Holiday that offers the perfect introduction to cycling holidays in Holland. Starting and finishing in Amsterdam, this tour leads you along Holland’s marvellous cycle path network through beautiful polder landscapes to the gorgeous old towns of Haarlem, Leiden, Delft and Gouda
A unique bike and boat holiday cruising and cycling the charming landscapes and waterways of Northern Holland. Cycle through the original polders of Leeghwater, cross the Marsdiep channel to Texel Island and explore the historic towns of Alkmaar, Hoorn and Enkhuizen. Easy cycling suitable for all.
This bike and boat cycling holiday around Southern Holland introduces you to a number of famous Dutch cities as well as leading you through the green heart of this cycling nation. If you are looking for a cycling holiday that showcases the best bits of Holland then this is a great choice.
A springtime bike and boat cycling holiday admiring the kaleidoscopic tulip fields of Holland whilst living aboard a comfortable river cruiser. Besides seeing the bulb fields you'll also visit the world famous Keukenhof flower gardens, the fascinating outdoor museum of Zaanse Shans and explore the vibrant city of Amsterdam.
A bike and boat cycling holiday aboard a very comfortable barge enjoying the vivid tulip fields of Holland. Easy cycling on dedicated cycle paths past fields ablaze with vivid blooms. On this route you’ll also visit the world famous Keukenhof flower gardens, the fascinating outdoor museum of Zaanse Schans and also have time to explore vibrant Amsterdam.
A Spring cycling break in Holland, designed specifically to showcase the extensive tulip fields to the west of Amsterdam. You’ll spend your first night in the city before embarking on a 3 day lazy loop ride through the tulip fields. You’ll also have the opportunity to visit the stunning Keukenhof Flower Gardens.
Head to the Netherlands’ North Sea coast for a bike and boat cycling holiday around the quiet and serene Wadden Islands. Sail from island to island on a lovely old schooner, disembarking each day for leisurely cycle rides ride along quiet lanes and cycle paths to pristine sand dunes, light-houses and friendly coastal villages.
Head to the Netherlands’ North Sea coast for a bike and boat cycling holiday around the quiet and serene Frisian Islands. Sail from island to island on a lovely old schooner, disembarking each day for leisurely cycle rides ride along quiet lanes and cycle paths to pristine sand dunes, light-houses and friendly coastal villages.
