A Cycling Journey: Bike and Barge in Holland and Belgium

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From your floating home on a river barge, set out on a bicycle journey through lovely, historic towns to discover the local history, culture and art of Holland and Belgium.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I enjoy getting my heart going on my bike or on trails
    • Nothing beats the thrill of taking on a rewarding climb or ride on varied terrain with inclines
    • Let’s keep moving — occasional stops only, please

What's this trip about?

    From your floating home on a river barge, set out on a bicycle journey through lovely, historic towns to discover the local history, culture and art of Holland and Belgium.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityVianen
End CityAmsterdam

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Family Friendly
  • Cycling & Biking
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Birding
  • National Parks
  • Golf

Destinations

Activities

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 In Transit In Flight

Day 2 Arrive, Transfer to Utrecht, Bicycle Fitting, Welcome Dinner Vianen

There will be no biking today which provides an opportunity to relax and rejuvenate after your international flight. Motorcoach time approximately 1 hour (30 miles). Barging time is approximately 4.5 hours.

Join the Group Leader and your fellow Road Scholars at ...

Day 3 Barge to Schoonhoven, Kinderdijk, Willemstad, Dutch History Willemstad

Biking distance is 18 miles on flat to rolling terrain, primarily on dedicated paved bicycle paths. Barging time is approximately 2 hours.

After a hearty breakfast, join your Group Leader in the salon for a presentation on safety, rules of the road, and the IBT ...

Day 4 Medieval Bergen op Zoom Lecture, Zeeland, Barge to Antwerp Antwerp

Biking distance is 27 miles on flat to rolling terrain, primarily on dedicated paved bicycle paths. Barging time is approximately 2 hours.

Bicycle from Willemstad to the medieval town of Bergen op Zoom. There is even a Dutch song named for the town.

Enjoy ...

Day 5 History of Antwerp Lecture, Free Time, Belgian History Antwerp

There will be no biking today to allow us to explore Antwerp.

Explore Antwerp, the diamond capital of Belgium. Attend a lecture by a local expert on the city's history followed by a field trip to explore the elegant guild houses of the 16th century and the cathe...

Day 6 Barge the Albert Canal, Heather Fields, Hasselt Hasselt

Biking distance is 24 miles on flat to rolling terrain, primarily on dedicated paved bicycle paths. Barging time is approximately 4.5 hours.

Depart Antwerp by barge via the Albert Canal, a busy commercial hub. Learn about the governing and operation of the canal...

Day 7 Hasselt Field Trip & Lecture, Dutch Gin, Maastricht Maastricht

Biking distance is 26 miles on flat to rolling terrain, primarily on dedicated paved bicycle paths.

Explore Hasselt with a local historian to learn about the 12th-century cathedral with its 18th-century tower, as well as the patrician houses on the big square, w...

Day 8 Maastricht Field Trip & Lecture, Free Time Maastricht

There will be no biking today to allow us to explore Maastricht.

Discover the beautifully preserved city of Maastricht with a local expert. Learn about its Roman roots through a lecture and field trip. Explore the Gothic St. Servaas Church and Hellgate, the only...

Day 9 Barge to Born, Thorn, Limburg Province, Roermond Roermond

Barging time is approximately 3 hours. Biking distance is 24 miles on flat to rolling terrain, primarily on dedicated paved bicycle paths.

Barge to Born via the Juliana Canal, where we'll disembark at the locks. From here, bicycle to Thorn for a field trip with ...

Day 10 Venlo, Sint-Martinuskerk, Limburg's Forest, Arcen Arcen

Biking distance is 30 miles on flat to rolling terrain, primarily on dedicated paved bicycle paths.

Bicycle to Venlo with your Group Leader for a field trip to this ancient city dating back to the Romans. As we explore, notice the many different Dutch dialects, ...

Day 11 Arcen Castle Gardens, Paddestoelen, Cuyk Cuyk

Biking distance is 31 miles on flat to rolling terrain, primarily on dedicated paved bicycle paths.

The day starts in Arcen with a field trip led by your Group Leader to the gardens at the local castle. Today’s trip takes us close to the German border. Don’t loo...

Day 12 Brabant, Locks of Lith, Binnendieze Boat Tour, Den Bosch Den Bosch

Biking distance is 18 miles on flat to rolling terrain, primarily on dedicated paved bicycle paths. Barging time is approximately 3 hours.

We will barge this morning to Lith then start riding our bikes. We are in the province of Brabant, where we will explore sm...

Day 13 Heusden, Loevestein Castle, Gorinchem, Vianen Vianen

Biking distance is 25 miles on flat to rolling terrain, primarily on dedicated paved bicycle paths. Barging time is approximately 3 hours.

We start our ride to the village of Heusden on the river Maas. During a field trip, explore the walled-town of Heusden with...

Day 14 Vecht River, Barge to Amsterdam Amsterdam

Barging time is approximately 2 hours. Biking distance is 11 miles on flat to rolling terrain, primarily on dedicated paved bicycle paths.

Enjoy one last ride on your two-wheeler from Breukelen, located on the River Vecht, to Nigtevegt before we motor toward Ams...

Day 15 Amsterdam's Canals, Free Time, Farewell Dinner Amsterdam

There will be no biking today to allow us to explore Amsterdam.

Your Group Leader leads you on a journey along Amsterdam's canals to the city center. The Amstel River is crossed by several canals lined with beautiful 16th- and 17th-century homes with a variety o...

Day 16 Program Concludes, Departures In Flight

Barge check-out time is 9:00 a.m. See your program’s travel details regarding transfers. Transfer from the barge to the airport is approximately 30 minutes (15 miles / 22 kilometers).

Morning transfer to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport for departures. If you are retu...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $5,699
Price per day$356
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 14
  • Number of Lunch: 1
  • Number of Dinner: 14
Age Requirements
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