Cycling Holland Guided
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Tour description
Day 2 40 km Keukenhof - Leiden Day 3 45 km Leiden - Kudelstaart
Day 4 Flower auction - 45 km Zaanse Schans-Wormerveer
Day 5 45 km Wormerveer - Alkmaar Spectacular Tulip Tour Day 6 35 km Alkmaar - Purmerend Our Tulip Tour is perfect for the novice cyclist with miles of flat, quiet country roads. En- Day 7 35 km joy seeing Holland while either riding on dedicated bike trails and the comfort of your To Amsterdam movable hotel: our boat, which moves along the many canals of the Netherlands.
Day 8 The focus is definitely seeing miles of colourful tulips as far as your eye could see. Truly a Amsterdam spectacular sight.
This unique holiday allows you the freedom to explore the countryside and sleep in com- fort on board our ship at night. With daily cycling around 30 miles, you will enjoy the Tour Details 2020 sights of lovely windmills dotting the rural backwoods. We stop in some old, picturesque towns for a snack or to pick up a lovely souvenir. Alt- Dates: hough we have several routes to choose from, we have featured the most scenic region Premium Barge: April 4, 11, 18, 25 May 2 for our bicycling adventure. Cost: $1895 per person This route takes in the best of the Dutch countryside and is distinguished by its rural na- Superior Barge: March 28 April 4, 18, 25 ture. We travel at a slow pace, to take in the beauty of the region, and stop in our favor- May 2 ite towns. Cost: $2095 per person
Single Cabin Upgrade: $450 / $800 Fast Facts Includes Bike rental: $185 Includes : : E-Bike Info :
Length: 8 days / 7 nights - 7 nights accommodation on boat, with all meals7 nights included accommodation, (packed lunches) with all E-bike rental: $350 Grade: Moderate meals included (breakfast, packed - Guide, bike rental and support Limited supplies on boat, reservations lunches and dinner) recommended Starts / Ends: Amsterdam Guide, route book and support Batavus Ventoux model GPS tracks available on request
Ac ve Journeys Contact: 1-800-597-5594 or 416-236-5011 Email: info@ac vejourneys.com Day 1 Amsterdam - Haarlem 15 km Embarkation in Amsterdam at the latest 2:00 as the barge must leave the dock by 2:15. The first part of the tour you will sail to Spaarndam – known as the village of Hansje Brinker – and from here we take an easy ride into the beautiful city of Haarlem.
Day 2 Haarlem - Keukenhof - Leiden 40 km Today you visit the Keukenhof gardens, the most beautiful spring park in the world with an overwhelming blaze of colours. The many blossoms, the flowering rhododendrons and azaleas are a feast to the eye! You spend the night in Leiden which is home to both Rembrandt and Armin van Buuren.
Day 3 Leiden - Kudelstaart 45 km Today you bike from Leiden to Kudelstaart, continuing around the Haarlemmermeer. Imagine that this polder once was the biggest lake in Holland and nicknamed 'the waterwolf'. The cycle route leads you through the green heart of Holland, an area characterized by small cycle paths and a small town bor- dered by the Westeinderplassen. You will go right through the green heart of Holland, an area with small cycle paths, lakes, small rivers, cows and cheese.
Day 4 Flower Auction - Amsterdam 45 km For many this is the highlight of the tour, taking a back seat in the auditorium where million of flowers are being auctioned off in seconds! and flown to far away places all over the world. This is certainly one for the busiest flower auction houses in the world - a delight for many! Then sail onwards to Amsterdam where we leave the city behind and continue the tour through lush green polders towards the world famous hamlet of Zaanse Schans. Onwards to Wormerveer, today’s destination.
Day 5 Wormerveer - Alkmaar 45 km From Wormerveer you will cycle through the most beautiful dunes of the Netherlands and if weather permits, you may like to swim in the North Sea during your lunch break at the beach. Alkmaar is above all Holland's cheese town. From April to September a traditional cheese market is held here on Friday mornings. The cheeses are sold by dealers on a clap of hands. Alkmaar is historical with around 400 heritage sites, canals and the main harbour.
Day 6 Alkmaar - Purmerend 35 km Today you can discover the origin of Beemster cheese and the birthplace of the man who defeated 'the waterwolf', Mr. Leegh- water. The Beemster Polder, dating from the early 17th century, is an exceptional example of reclaimed land in the Netherlands. There will be time to visit the windmills at the Rijp.
Day 7 Purmerend - Amsterdam 35 km Purmerend lies at the edge of an area called ‘ Waterland’ where roads and water are nearby and on the same level. We visit the village of Zunderdorp and Ransdorp. You can also cycle the long route to Edam and Volendam and if time permits you can cross the lake Gouwzee to admire the traditional fisherman’s village Marken with its typical wooden houses.
Day 8 End of tour after breakfast
Please note that itinerary is subject to change by the Captain.
What to Expect Getting There What will the weather be like? The weather is nice and cool especially in the mornings and evenings. A sweater Amsterdam (Schipol) Airport is easily or fleece would be useful. It may rain in the spring so rain gear for cycling is accessed from most major cities. highly recommended. From the airport, you can take the local How many hours of cycling a day? train directly to the Central Station. This This is technically a self-guided trip but the guide along rides with group daily. journey takes about 15 min. and departs You can cycle from 4 to 5 hours a day depending on your fitness level. There are 6x per hour. several breaks during the day to get off the bicycle and walk around. The route is completely flat with very little elevation gain or loss—but there will be wind.
How fit do I need to be? The fitter the better, but even a fit beginner will enjoy this trip. The biggest is- Extra Services sue may just be getting accustomed to sitting on a bike for hours a day, so get Entrance fees to museums approx. 15€ used to riding on a bike before coming out. per tour
What are the accommodations like? Cabins are all fitted with 2 single beds , a bathroom with sink, toilet and shower. Extra Costs The main common areas include the upper deck with the dining rooms and Vegan and Celiac / gluten-free diets: lounge. All barges have an outdoor deck to enjoy as well. Superior barge will Add $ 100 per person have slightly bigger cabins with A/C.
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