Amsterdam to Bruges Bike & Barge - Comfort Tour with 34 Reviews by Utracks

About the tour

Tour Type

Group

Max Group Size

Age Requirement

18 - 99 yrs

Operated In

English

Physical Rating

Relaxed

Starts

Ends

Amsterdam, Holland

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

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

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

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

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

Day 5Cycle to Ghent (52km/32mi)

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

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

Day 8Trip concludes in Bruges

Amsterdam to Bruges Bike & Barge - Comfort

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What's Included

Accommodation

7 nights accommodation aboard a Comfort category barge (Fluvius) with ensuite facilities on a twin share basis. All cabins are air conditioned, twin share cabins are configured with two lower beds, while double cabins are configured with a double bed. The trip price is based on a standard twin cabin main deck - supplement applies for other cabin categories (twin cabin upper deck, double cabin upper deck or single below deck cabin) except small twin cabin on the main deck where a discount applies. We do not match clients together so if you are travelling solo you will need to book a single cabin (limited and on a request basis).

Meals

7 breakfasts, 6 picnic lunches, 6 dinners (does not include drinks) Continental breakfasts are served and will usually consist of breads, cheese, sliced meats/cold cuts, cereal, tea, coffee & juices. At breakfast you will prepare your packed lunch for the day which will be sandwiches, fruit & juice. If you choose not to cycle on a particular day, the crew will serve lunch on board. Dinner will consist of three courses inclusive of either a pasta, vegetarian or meat dish.Tea and coffee during breakfast and after the cycling tours til 4pm

Guide

Daily briefings. While you cycle independently, the tour leader also cycles each day. Optional guided package available - supplement applies

Others

Rental bike with helmet and pannier (e-bike available on request - supplement applies)Cycling map (1 per cabin) plus navigational App with GPS tracksWelcome drink and briefing on the first eveningSeveral city walking toursLinen and change of towels as requiredDaily cabin cleaningWiFiCarbon offsetEmergency hotline

What's Excluded

Customer Reviews

4.6

based on 34 reviews

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