Discover the best of the Netherlands and Belgium by bike and boat
Cycle through the flat Dutch countryside of Zeeland and western Flanders while exploring some of the region’s most famous cities and landscapes. This 8-day Bike & Boat tour connects Amsterdam, Dordrecht, Antwerp, Ghent and Bruges, combining daily cycling with the comfort of a floating hotel.
Guided Cycling with the Flexibility to Ride Independently
A professional, multilingual tour leader accompanies the group on the daily cycling tours, sharing local history and culture along the route. If you prefer to ride independently, you can use the Ride with GPS app and BBT cycling map to follow the route at your own pace, with the tour leader available by phone for questions, breakdowns or emergencies. On most days, you can also choose between a longer or shorter route, or stay on board and relax while the ship cruises to the next destination.
ROUTE
This Bike & Boat tour travels from Amsterdam to Bruges or in the reverse direction, from Bruges to Amsterdam, connecting the Netherlands and Belgium by bike and boat. The route crosses the flat Dutch countryside of Zeeland and western Flanders, with winding rivers, picturesque villages, historic locks and the famous 19 windmills of Kinderdijk. In Belgium, the route continues through Antwerp, along the Schelde River and on to Ghent and Bruges. Highlights include historic fortified towns, medieval architecture, a guided canal trip through Ghent and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic centre of Bruges.
Itinerary
Good to know
The tour operates Amsterdam to Bruges or Bruges to Amsterdam, following the same main destinations in reverse order. On selected days, you can choose between a shorter or longer cycling route, or stay on board and relax.
Day 1: Amsterdam – Utrecht
Embarkation and first ride
Check-in on board from 2:00 p.m. and departure from Amsterdam at 2:30 p.m. The ship sails to Utrecht, where you can enjoy a first test ride through the surrounding area.
Day 2: Utrecht – Vreeswijk – Schoonhoven – Kinderdijk – Dordrecht
32 km / 20 mi or 56 km / 35 mi
After breakfast, the ship cruises to Vreeswijk, where the cycling begins. Ride along winding rivers, picturesque villages and historic locks through the Dutch countryside. Continue through the Alblasserwaard region to Kinderdijk, home to 19 famous windmills, before taking the Waterbus from Alblasserdam to Dordrecht with your bicycle.
Day 3: Dordrecht – Willemstad – Tholen – Bergen op Zoom
42 km / 26 mi or 50 km / 31 mi
The ship sails to Willemstad, a historic fortified town on the Haringvliet. From here, cycle towards Tholen, once an island surrounded by the Zeeland waterways, and continue to Bergen op Zoom. After dinner, explore the historic town centre with its narrow streets, squares and monumental buildings.
Day 4: Bergen op Zoom – Kreekrak Lock – Antwerp
21 km / 13 mi or 35 km / 22 mi
Enjoy a shorter cycling stage through the Wouwse Plantage area before returning to the ship. Cruise to Antwerp, situated on the Schelde River. Discover its historic centre, Grote Markt, City Hall, Cathedral and medieval Steen Castle. Dinner is not included tonight and can be enjoyed at a restaurant in town.
Day 5: Antwerp – Temse – St. Amands
34 km / 21 mi or 49 km / 30 mi
Cycle out of Antwerp along a picturesque section of the Schelde River towards St. Amands. The riverside landscape is one of the natural highlights of the tour.
Day 6: St. Amands – Dendermonde – Ghent
40 km/52 km / 32 mi
Continue cycling along the Schelde to Ghent, a historic university city located at the meeting point of the Leie and Schelde rivers. Discover its historic centre and major landmarks, including St. Bavo Cathedral and the medieval belfry. Before dinner, enjoy a guided canal boat trip through the historic city.
Day 7: Ghent – Bruges
22 km / 14 mi or 45 km / 28 mi
Cycle from Ghent through the Flemish countryside of western Flanders to Bruges, known as the “Venice of the North”. Explore its medieval centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, visit one of its museums or simply enjoy the historic atmosphere from a sidewalk café.
Day 8: Bruges – Departure
After breakfast, disembark by 9:30 a.m., marking the end of the tour.
Extend Your Stay
You can also book an additional nights through us. Price on request.
Getting to Amsterdam or Bruges (Departure Point)
By plane: For the Amsterdam to Bruges tour, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and continue to Amsterdam city centre. For the Bruges to Amsterdam departure, fly to Brussels Airport (BRU) and continue to Bruges.
By train: Amsterdam and Bruges are both well connected by train. There is also a good train connection between Amsterdam and Bruges, making it possible to travel between the two departure cities by rail.
How to book this tour
We require a deposit of 25% of the tour price per person upon reservation, final payment 6 weeks before departure.
Included
- 8 days / 7 nights on board
- 7 breakfasts
- Packed lunches
- 6 three-course dinners
- Coffee and tea on board
- Welcome drink
- Bed linen and towels
- Daily cabin cleaning
- Climate-controlled cabin
- Ferry fees
- Belgian product tasting
- Entrance to the Red Star Line Museum in Antwerp
- Guided canal trip through Ghent
- Wi-Fi
- Fully guided cycling tours with 2 tour leaders and 2 groups
- Daily briefings, cycling maps and route notes (1 set per cabin) and GPS tracks
- Selected short walking tours
- Helmet use
- Biodegradable water bottle
NOT Included
- Flights
- 1 dinner
- Drinks
- Bicycle or e-bike rental
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees and excursions not mentioned under Included
- Transfers to and from the docking place
- Parking fees
- SGR Insolvency protection
- Personal & travel insurance
- Anything not listed as included is not included
Check available options
Departures & Prices
Choose the option that best fits your schedule and start planning your cycling journey.
Prices are per person in a double room for 2027
Magnifique
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
from
1759 €
Available on request
✓
Single occupancy
✓
Upper-deck cabin
Clair d’Etoile
May
from
1879€
Available on request
✓
Single occupancy
✓
Upper-deck cabin
La Mar
May, Sep
from
1679€
Available on request
✓
Single occupancy
✓
Upper-deck cabin
Double cabin for single use surcharge on the tour base price (limited).
Accomodation
Carefully selected to ensure comfort, quality, and a relaxing and unforgettable journey.
Magnifique Fleet
Step aboard the Magnifique (4 ships), a collection of four elegant ships offering a stylish and comfortable way to cruise between Amsterdam and Bruges. Each ship combines a premium atmosphere with spacious cabins and welcoming common areas, making it easy to relax after a day of cycling.
Elegant restaurant and lounge, spacious sun deck, Jacuzzi on selected ships and air-conditioned cabins
max. 36–40 passengers per ship
18–20 cabins per ship
Clair d’Etoile
Step aboard the Clair d’Etoile and enjoy an intimate and relaxed atmosphere as you cruise through the Netherlands and Belgium. With its cozy lounge, panoramic windows and spacious sun deck, the ship is the perfect place to unwind after a day of cycling.
Panoramic lounge, restaurant, spacious sun deck and air-conditioned cabins
max. 24 passengers
12 cabins
La Mar
Step aboard the La Mar and enjoy a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere as you cruise between Amsterdam and Bruges. After a day on the bike, unwind in the spacious lounge, enjoy the views from the sun deck or relax in your comfortable cabin.
Separate restaurant and lounge, spacious sun deck, air-conditioned cabins and opening windows.
max. 24 passengers
12 cabins
BIKES
You can choose to rent a bicycle on board or bring your own bike for the trip.
Below you’ll find the essential information for rent options.
Rental Bikes – Magnifique Ship
+154€
Hybrid Bike
+287€
E-Bike
+14€
Own Bicycle
Parking*
+35€
Own E-Bike
Parking + Charging*
Rental Bikes – Clair d’Etoile Ship
+287€
E-Bike
Rental Bikes – La Mar Ship
+105 €
Bike
+287€
E-Bike
+14€
Own Bicycle
Parking*
+35€
Own E-Bike
Parking + Charging*
*Bike and e-bike parking is limited. Advance reservation is recommended.