Holland's Tulips by Bike and Barge Tour 

Experience Holland in the best possible way: a gorgeous spring short break dominated by flowers. This 5-day mini-cruise ploughs through the most beautiful season of the year and will take you to gorgeous areas such in “the Garden of Amsterdam”. Enjoy some unforgettable days on board of a passenger barge with excellent service and an alternating itinerary.

Amsterdam is also called, by some, the smallest metropolis of Europe. There are many unique museums, enticing shopping and recently it has been added to the UNESCO Cultural World Heritage list, the canals in the heart of Amsterdam certainly make a visit to Amsterdam a highlight. Visit the famous flower market in the centre of the capital and discover the Zaanse Schans open-air museum including windmills, a traditional cheesemaker, a clog maker and an authentic traditional Dutch village.

Other highlights of this trip

• The historic city of Haarlem
• The world-famous flower park Keukenhof, near Lisse
• The largest flower auction - in the world Aalsmeer

* The Aalsmeer flower auction is closed during weekends and on public holidays. This is an optional visit. Please be aware that on the departure dates April 14th and 22nd, 2021 a visit to the flower auction is not possible.

Accommodation:

This is a comfortable ship with a personal and familiar atmosphere. The sundeck is partially covered and is a place to stay in every weather-type. A charming alternative is the cozy salon with its large windows. The ship has 11 airconditioned twin cabin with private facilities.

Included in the Bike and Barge Tour:

• 5 days/4 nights
• Breakfast
• Packed lunches
• 4 x 3-course dinner
• Coffee and tea on board during breakfast and after the bicycle tours
• Welcome drink
• Use of bed linen and towels
• Daily cleaning of the cabin
• Climate-controlled cabin
• Daily briefings
• Fully guided cycling tours (2 tour leaders, 2 groups)
• Some short walking tours
• Fees for ferries
• Maps and notes for cycling tours (1 set per cabin)
• GPS tracks
• Use of a waterproof pannier bag
• Wi-Fi
• SGR guarantee scheme applicable

Not included in the tour:

• Coffee and tea on board at other hours
• Drinks
• Bicycle rental or E-bike rental
• Helmet rental
• Personal insurances
• Gratuities (at your discretion) 
• Entrance fees and excursions 
• Transfers to/from the docking place 
• Parking fees

Notes:

• All distances are “approximate distances” of recommended bike tours.
• On this Tulip Tour with more than 22 guests, the daily cycling tours will be accompanied by 2 knowledgeable and multi-lingual tour leaders. On most days the tour leaders will offer a long and a short, or a quicker and a more relaxed, bike option.
• Not all mentioned highlights will be visited during the short bike option. You can also choose to ride individually with the help of a map and route notes (available onboard). GPS tracks will be sent to you 4 weeks before the start date of the tour.
• If you would prefer a day of rest you can skip the bike tour and relax on board while cruising to the next town.
• On the arrival day please bring your luggage on board from 12noon. 
• Canal cruise Amsterdam: Ticket for a 1-hour canal cruise through Amsterdam – special price for our guests: 14 EUR per person (or at the ticket desk approx.: 18 EUR per person). Please book your ticket in advance and collect it on board of your ship on the first day of the tour.
• Vegetarian meals are possible at no surcharge. Other diets (like gluten-free or for lactose intolerance) are possible at a surcharge of approx. 35 EUR. All diets and vegetarian meals must be booked and confirmed well in advance.

Arrival/parking/departure:

• Valet parking is available in Amsterdam, prices and pre-booking on request
• Departure Thursday, Monday, Friday and Tuesday only 2021

If you would like to rent a bike (60 EUR) or e-bike (110 EUR), helmet (10 EUR), please contact our office when booking: [email protected]

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