Amsterdam to Bruges Bike & Barge - Comfort

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Bicycle Guided and Escorted

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8 daysDuration

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44 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Relaxed

Minimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.

Starts

Amsterdam, Holland

Ends

Bruges, Belgium

Highlights

Discovering the vibrant cities of Amsterdam and Bruges by bike and on foot

Cycling through the countryside past locks, windmills and cheese farms

Visiting interesting towns such as Antwerp, famous for its nightlife and Ghent with its cobble stone streets

Sampling local specialties including Belgian waffles, beer and mussels

Enjoying the camaraderie of your fellow passengers aboard a comfortable barge

Amsterdam to Bruges Bike & Barge - Comfort

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Itinerary

Explore the cultural gems of The Netherlands and western Belgium on the Amsterdam to Bruges Bike & Barge Comfort tour. This eight-day guided journey blends leisurely cycling with the luxury of a river barge, taking you from Amsterdam through Antwerp, Ghent, and on to Bruges. Experience the 19 windmills of Kinderdijk, historic city centers, and the countryside’s tranquil beauty. Whether cycling independently or with a guide, evenings are for relaxing aboard your comfortable barge or wandering charming towns. The unique selling point of this group tour package is its perfect mix of active exploration and serene river cruising, offering a fresh perspective on classic European destinations.

day 1 - Join barge in Amsterdam, cruise to Vianen, warm up cycle

Arrive Amsterdam and make your own way to the barge. Embarkation and check-in, where the crew will welcome you on board, is from 1-1.50pm. At 2pm the boat will leave Amsterdam and sail to Vianen, a small fortified town on the river Lek, where we will spend the night. Here the bicycles will be distributed and you can enjoy a short bicycle ride.

You can leave your luggage on board from 11am.

Meals:Dinner

day 2 - Cycle to Schoonhoven and Kinderdijk, ferry to Dordrecht (56km/34mi)

In the morning you will cycle through beautiful Dutch meadowlands to the so-called 'silver city' Schoonhoven, renowned for its talented silversmiths since the 17th century. Continue through the Alblasserwaard region to the impressive 19 windmills of Kinderdijk, a UNESCO cultural heritage listed site. You will have the opportunity to visit one of the mills. From nearby Alblasserdam, take the “Waterbus” fast ferry (10 mins) to Dordrecht, one of the Netherlands' oldest towns. Overnight Dordrecht.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

day 3 - Barge to Tholen, cycle to Kreekraksluis, cruise to Antwerp (20 or 36km/13 or 23mi)

During breakfast we cruise to Tholen, where the day's cycling starts. You will visit the “Wouwse Plantage” forest and the impressive Kreekrak lock. After once again meeting up with the boat we cruise to the port city of Antwerp, which is situated on the river Schelde. Antwerp is famous for handling up to 80% of the world’s rough diamonds and has many attractions including: the City Hall, one of several majestic buildings constructed during the Renaissance period, the historical Grote Market (main square), the Onze-Lieve-Vrouwe Cathedral and medieval Steen Castle. After dinner you can visit the beautiful old city centre.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

day 4 - Cycle to Dendermonde (48 or 64km/29 or 39mi)

On today’s tour you will cycle out of Antwerp on a beautiful cycle path along the

picturesque tidal Schelde River and through magnificent Flemish countryside to Dendermonde. The landscape around the Schelde is one of the natural highlights of the tour. The river stretches for 435km through northern France, western Belgium and the southwestern part of the Netherlands and is connected by several canals to the basins of the Rhine, Meuse and Seine Rivers. The Schelde has had great commercial and strategic importance over the years. Tonight's base is Dendermonde, a friendly provincial town along the river.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

day 5 - Cycle to Ghent (52km/32mi)

Today you will continue to follow the Schelde to Ghent, a lively university city with a rich past. In the afternoon you have the opportunity to shop or explore in its lively centre. Ghent was founded in Roman times, where the rivers Leie and Schelde converge. Its convenient location has brought much prosperity. During the Middle Ages it was a prominent city-state, and its the textile industry and Cloth Hall, established in 1425, brought merchants together. Many aristocrats remain today. The main church St Bavo Cathedral reflects different periods in history and building styles, and houses some masterpieces of medieval art, the most famous of which is "Adoration of the Mystic Lamb" by Jan van Eyck. The barge will dock at the lock in Merelbeke, a suburb of Ghent approx. 30min by bike to the city centre.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

day 6 - Cycle the Flemish countryside to Bruges (45km/28mi)

This morning the cycle route leads through pleasant Flemish countryside of western Flanders to Bruges. You will have ample time to explore Bruges, known as the 'Venice of the North'. It is perhaps the most beautiful of all Flemish cities. Its UNESCO listed Old Town dates from the Middle Ages and is almost completely intact. At that time the city was a metropolis and centre of commerce and art, and its glory is visible today in the many beautiful buildings. You can visit one of Bruges' many museums or simply take in the stunning beauty and culture of this unforgettable city while strolling or from the comfort of a sidewalk cafe. Dinner is not included this evening so you are free to dine in one of the many restaurants in the historic centre.

Meals:Breakfast and Lunch

day 7 - Return cycle to the North Sea coast (38 or 51km/23 or 31mi)

Your last cycle is along a quiet canal and past beautiful poplar trees, through an attractive polder landscape (a low-lying tract of land enclosed by embankments) with nice small farm houses, and on to the North Sea coast. A 12km (7.5mi) long sandy beach, numerous cafés and the attractive dune landscape of “Het Zwin” (a unique nature reserve) provide variety during your lunch break. Cycle back to Bruges along a small picturesque canal for the last evening aboard. Alternatively your day is at leisure if you prefer to spend more time in Bruges.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

day 8 - Trip concludes in Bruges

After breakfast the journey comes to an end as you say farewell to the guide and crew. Check out until 9:30am.

Meals:Breakfast