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Central Netherlands bike & boat tour

Duración: 8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS
Localización: Países Bajos, Amsterdam
Precio: From 699€ : Prices 2020
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  • Intro
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  • Netherlands bike & boat tour from Amsterdam

    This tour leads you through a region that’s one of the most beloved among Dutch cyclists. Come and explore it yourself, by bike and barge. Every day while cycling, you’ll get to know more of its numerous historical cities, beautiful river landscapes and diverse natural areas. Every evening, you’ll return to your floating hotel barge named the Nassau, docked in a picturesque harbour along the route. The Nassau has room for up to sixty guests. You’ll cycle at your own pace, while your well trained tour leader is only a phone call away for your questions, problems or emergencies*.

    Cycle along an important trading route
    The area you’ll be traversing was shaped over millennia by numerous rivers and streams. It thrived during the Middle Ages, when the rivers Rhine and IJssel were among the most important trade routes in Europe. Many of the cities along their banks were members of the Hanseatic League. This confederation protected the economic interests of its members in large parts of the Netherlands, Germany and Northern Europe. The affluence of those years is visible everywhere in abundant civil and religious architecture.

    Through the natural beauty of the Rhine Valley
    Your tour starts in the delightful city of Amsterdam. From there, you’ll sail and cycle to many larger and smaller Hanseatic towns like Arnhem, Deventer, Zutphen, Kampen, Harderwijk and Elburg. The natural beauty of the Rhine valley and its enchanting tributary, the IJssel, will duly impress you. Another attraction along the way are the so-called Bordering Lakes. These are situated between the “old” mainland with many beautiful harbor towns, and the “new” reclaimed land of the province of Flevoland, that was once the bottom of the sea.

    The flat terrain in the 125 km long IJssel valley makes this a perfect tour for those who love to cycle leisurely along many winding trails in a diverse area.

    * The Hanseatic Tour is a semi-guided tour. You’ll get a daily briefing by the tour leader, but you cycle on your own.

    • Day 1 Saturday: Amsterdam | Amsterdam – Wijk bij Duurstede

      Embarkation and check-in in Amsterdam. The crew welcomes you on board between 1 and 2 p.m. At approximately 2 p.m. De Nassau sails from Amsterdam on the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal to Wijk bij Duurstede, a town on the Rhine River. Here, you will spend your first night aboard the ship.
    • Day 2 : Wijk bij Duurstede – Wageningen – Arnhem 44 km / 28 miles

      While you are enjoying breakfast, the ship sails to Wageningen. From this town, your first cycling tour of the week takes you through the lovely valley of the Lower Rhine river, and then on through the Veluwe, a large area of woods and heathlands. At the end of the day you pedal to Arnhem, via suburbs and past the lovely parks named Sonsbeek and Zijpendaal. Close to the center of this former Hanseatic city, the Nassau docks for the night. During World War II, Arnhem was the battle scene of Operation Market Garden, the largest airborne operation in history. It ended in a failure, as the inability to capture a bridge over the Rhine River resulted in the destruction of the British 1st Airborne Division.
    • Day 3: Arnhem – Doesburg – Zutphen – Deventer 55 km / 35 miles

      We leave Arnhem on the De Nassau, and then today’s cycling tour starts in the small town of Doesburg. There are two cycling options to get you to Zutphen and Deventer. Both options first go to Bronkhorst, a seeming hamlet that’s proud to be the smallest town in Holland. From Bronkhorst, the shorter option takes you by ferry to the western bank of the IJssel river, whereas the longer option stays on the eastern bank. Both options lead you through the countryside to Zutphen. The tour ends in Deventer, a city known for its delicious spicy gingerbread. In the evening, your tour leader offers a short guided walking tour of the city. Make sure to join!
    • Day 4: Deventer – Wijhe – Kampen 56 km / 35 miles

      During breakfast the De Nassau will take you to Wijhe, where your bicycle ride begins. In the morning you will enjoy a nice bicycle ride to Hattem. You can choose a short option along the banks of the river, or opt for a longer ride across the east Veluwe area. Hattem has a rich history, which is still clearly visible today. Leaving Hattem, it is only a short ride to the city of Zwolle, one of the most beautiful Hanseatic cities. From Zwolle you continue to Kampen. In the evening, an optional guided walking tour takes you to some of the most interesting sights in this largest Hanseatic town in the Netherlands.
    • Day 5: Kampen – Elburg – Harderwijk 48 km / 29 miles

      From Kampen, our cycling tour leads along the Border Lakes to the fishing harbor of Elburg. Here, swimming, boating, surfing and fishing are favorite summertime activities. From Elburg the cycling tour continues through the woods and moorlands of the Veluwe to lovely Harderwijk, where the night will be spent in its old fishing harbor. In the 1500s Harderwijk boasted the largest fish market in the Zuiderzee region. Today, it is still a lovely old city very much worth exploring.
    • Day 6: Harderwijk – Spakenburg – Huizen 56 km / 35 miles

      Again, you have two routes to choose from. A shorter bike ride along the coast of the Border Lakes, or a combination of the coast route and a longer alternative that runs through adjacent woodlands. In the afternoon you will pass Spakenburg, a fishing village well-known for its traditional costumes that are worn to this day. Docking destination for today is Huizen.
    • Day 7: Huizen – Naarden – Muiden – Amsterdam 35 km / 21 miles

      Huizen is the starting point for a ride to the beautiful fortress towns of Naarden and Muiden. The latter is famous for its historic castle on the waterfront. From Muiden you will cycle along quiet roads to your final destination, the world famous city of Amsterdam. You have the afternoon and evening to spend in the Dutch capital any way you like. Seize the chance to do a canal tour, to visit Anne Frank’s home or any of a number of world renowned museums around the Museumplein. Or just enjoy looking at everyday life in this bustling city.
    • Day 8 Saturday: Amsterdam

      The last part of your tour is today, but we won’t let you leave with an empty stomach. So before disembarkation until 9.30 a.m., enjoy a nice breakfast first

  • Arrivals every Saturday

    Cabin typeForSeason_A
    Season_BSeason_CSeason_DSeason_E
    April 18 Sept. 26 May 9 & Sept. 19 May 16, 23, 30weekly from
    June 13 up to Sept. 5 incl.
    (except for June 20 & July 4)
    Twin cabin lower deck2_pers.€ 699 € 749€ 799€ 839€ 879
    Superior twin cabin lower deck2_pers.€ 799€ 849€ 899€ 939€ 979
    Triple cabin lower deck (max. 1)3_pers.€ 679€ 729€ 779€ 819€ 859
    Single or twin cabin lower
    deck single use (max. 3)
    1_pers.€ 1049€ 1099€ 1149€ 1189€ 1229
    Twin cabin upper deck2_pers.€ 799€ 849€ 899€ 939€ 979
    Triple cabin upper deck (max. 4)3_pers.€ 779€ 829€ 879€ 919€ 959
    ConceptPrice/per week
    Bicycle rental € 80
    E-Bike rental (only on request, limited number available)€ 180
    Helmets (only on prior reservation and payment)€ 10
    Parking in Amsterdam (valet parking)prices and pre-booking on request


  • De Nassau

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    De Nassau is a cozy medium-sized river cruise ship. In the winter of 2018/19 the salon and restaurant on the upper deck, and the front “superior” cabins on the lower deck, were refurbished to create a more spacious and luxurious interior. The ship sails with Dutch management under the Dutch flag, and has always been a very popular match for various tours in Holland.

    • Description of the cabins

      The lower deck features 21 twin cabins and one single cabin. There are 12 regular twin cabins (9m² / 97sq.ft.) at the back and middle of the lower deck, each with two single low beds (200x80cm / 78×31 inches). The single cabin (7.5m² / 80.7sq.ft.) has one low bed (200x80cm / 78×31 inches).

      At the front of the lower deck are nine newly-renovated “superior” cabins (9.5–11.5 m² / 102–124sq.ft.). Two superior cabins feature a double bed (200x160cm / 78×62 inches), while the other seven feature two separate beds set together as a hotel-style bed (200×160 cm / 78×62 inches). If requested in advance, these hotel-style beds can be arranged as two separate single beds (200x80cm / 78×31 inches).

      All lower deck cabins have a small window that can be opened.

      The upper deck offers 12 twin cabins (9m² / 97sq.ft.): 10 cabins with two single low beds (200x80cm / 78×31 inches), and two with a double bed (200x140cm / 78×55 inches). One upper deck cabin has the possibility for a third bunk bed (above one of the beds). All upper deck cabins have a window that can be opened.

      All 34 cabins aboard De Nassau have an individual climate control system, mini-safe, small wardrobe, hair dryer, 230V sockets and a private bathroom with shower, toilet and basin.

    • Description of the ship

      De Nassau has a large salon with large panoramic windows on the upper deck that combines the restaurant, bar and a lounge area. Wi-Fi is available. On the partially covered sun deck, chairs and sun loungers invite for a stay. Here you can relax, have a drink and enjoy the scenery while sailing.  Bicycles are stored on a separate part of the sun deck.
    • Facts about the ship

      Length:            72 m (236 ft.)
      Width:             8,6 m (28 ft.)
      Crew:               12
      Cabins:            34
      Pass.:               68 (max.)
    • Floorplan-De-Nassau-2020_blanco

      Languages on board: Dutch, English

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    • Incluided services

      7x breakfast
      Packed lunches
      7x 3-course dinner
      Coffee and tea on board before 16:00
      Welcome drink
      Use of bed linen and towels
      Daily cleaning of the cabin
      Climate-controlled cabin
      Daily briefings
      Semi guided cycling tours (independent cycling, tour leader is available for questions and/or emergencies)
      Some short walking tours
      Maps and notes for cycling tours (1 set per cabin)
      GPS tracks
      Use of a waterproof pannier bag
      Wi-Fi
    • Not incluided services

      Drinks
      Coffee and tea on board after 16:00
      Bicycle rental or E-bike rental incl. pannier bag
      Helmet (not available on board)
      Personal insurances
      Gratuities (at your discretion)
      Entrance fees and excursions
      Fees for ferries
      City maps
      Transfers to/from the docking place
      Parking fees
    • Good to know

      Parts that are printed in italics parts will be covered by the ship.

      All distances are “approximate distances” of recommended bike tours. The tour details are barring changes, a.o. as a result of nautical, technical or meteorological reasons.

      A knowledgeable and multilingual tour leader is available on board. He/she will provide you with all necessary tour information during daily briefings. You will cycle the tours independently, at your own pace, with the help of a detailed cycling map, GPS-tracks and printed route notes (available on board). The tour leader will also be cycling the daily tours and can – for assistance – be reached on his/her mobile phone in cases of emergency or technical breakdown of the bicycle. During days when several bicycle options are possible, not all mentioned highlights can be visited during the shorter cycling options.

      If you don’t feel like cycling for a day (or more) you are welcome to relax and stay on board while the ship is sailing. But please note: lunch will not be served on board. So you can enjoy your packed lunch.

      On the arrival (first) day it is possible to put your luggage on board from 11:00 a.m..

    • Itinerary changes

      All distances are “approximate distances” of recommended bike tours. The tour details are barring changes, a.o. as a result of nautical, technical or meteorological reasons.
    • Bringing Children

      Children are very welcome on our bike & barge and sail & bike tours, but please make sure that your child is able to cycledaily distances of 30 to 60 kilometers before you book
      your holiday (please view the day-to-day program for actual distances).
      Or if they feel comfortable in a bicycle seat or cart for most of the day. A slip streamer or co-pilot bike might be an option too. Of course you can always opt to stay aboard for one or more days,but keep in mind that children up to the age of 18 have to be under adult supervision.
    • Cancellation fees

      up to 84 days prior to departure 10%
      84-42 days prior to departure 30%
      42-28 days prior to departure 60%
      28-1 days prior to departure 90%
      from date of departure or later, % always of agreed tour package price 100%
    • How to book this tour and payment?

      25% deposit per person upon reservation, final payment 6 weeks before tour departure. CC payments Visa or Master card do have an additional increase of 2,5%. We strongly recommend to sign up a cancellation policy regarding this trip through Bravo Bike.
    • Our tariffs and conditions for contracting cancellation insurance

      Trip price per personEU citizensRest of the world
      Up to € 500€ 32€ 37,95
      Up to € 750€ 43€ 52,33
      Up to € 1000€ 55€ 62,1
      Up to € 1250€ 68,25€ 77,91
      Up to € 1500€ 81,50€ 104,65
      Up to € 2000€ 99,25€ 116,15
      Up to € 2500€ 130,75€ 153,81
      Up to € 4000€ 212,00€ 277,15
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Central Holland bike and boat cruise

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  • Price: from 699 €/person
  • Type of trip: Semi-Guided bike and boat
  • Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
  • Starting point: Amsterdam
  • Final destination: Amsterdam
  • Total distance: 294 km / 184 miles
  • Bike type: See under “Additional Info”

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