Taking a bike tour in the Netherlands is a rite of passage for tourists. The country has more bicycles than there are people, and there is an excellent cycling infrastructure that includes over 35,000 kilometers of cycle paths. Explore the popular sites and landmarks of Amsterdam on a city cycling tour. Or saddle up for a multi-day cycling tour stopping at destinations such as Keukenhof, famed for its tulip fields; Utrecht, a picturesque city with medieval streets; and Giethoorn, a charming village connected by hand-dug canals and nicknamed the “Dutch Venice.” As most of Holland is flatland, touring the country on a bicycle is not that difficult. Choose from the best Holland tours to make your trip to the Netherlands a truly memorable one.
Scroll down to check out our best Holland bicycle tours. You can also pair your cycling excursion with one of our Holland walking tours or Holland river cruise tours to make the most of your Dutch holiday.
“I could not believe how much I was able to see in just two short weeks. The tours were lovely but my favorite parts were the experiences I had in each country. I loved tasting the local food, swimming in the lakes, seeing what made that particular city/country unique. Be prepared for exhaustion. This tour was nonstop.”
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Eleanor
“We had great fun in this tour. Aside from the beautiful places we visited, Erin (our tour leader) was amazing! She organized our tour well. She also timed some of the activities perfectly (like the water taxi in Venice at sunset & the leaning tower in Pisa early in the morning so we were the first coach to arrive). Steve (our driver) was also very nice and very skilled. Overall, this is a great value-for-money tour.”
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Shell
“This was an economical tour which provides the best of what Europe has to offer. Our tour guide Brandon, provided an informative history lesson for us bf we arrived in each country. Brandon was a history book expert. He was helpful & took care of some of us, providing street smart info, which came in handy. My experience with the crew was very positive, & our tour group melded into that. Our very trustworthy coach driverMinty, was safe, reliable, & did his very best to go the extra mile. The hotel rooms were clean & decent for what you pay & the food is good, Breakfast was always amazing, not your continental type like you get in Canada.Overall, despite a few glitches, I would definitely recommend & consider booking again with expat. Great job guys!”
Holland Bicycle Tours
Holland Bicycle Tours Highlights
Experience the enchanting tulip fields of Bollenstreek on a Holland bike tour. Feel the wind in your hair while you pedal through the vibrant and colorful Keukenhof Gardens in Lisse.
Explore the historic windmills at places such as Arnhem, Zaanse Shans, Rotterdam and Schiedam.
See the charming villages like Broek, Monnickendam and Kortenhoef on a multi-day Holland bicycle tour.
Pedal along the idyllic canals of Amsterdam, exploring historic neighborhoods like Jordaan and Negen Straatjes.
Immerse yourself in Dutch culture as you cycle through historic sites and art exhibits.
Stop at local markets and restaurants, indulging in Dutch delicacies like stroopwafels and herring.
Travel Tips for Holland Bicycle Tours
Plan ahead! If heading out on a multi-day bicycle journey you should research your route and distance.
Pack light for your bicycle tour in the Netherlands. Shed unnecessary weights and only carry the essentials for a comfortable journey.
Plan your trip during spring or summer, between April and September, for the best weather.
Do not exert yourself during your cycling tour. Take it easy, rest, and admire the scenery.