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5 Days Tulip Blossom by Bike + Boat / Guided

up/to Amsterdam

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Please note: You can only take part in this trip if you are vaccinated or recovered from Covid-19!
As of Oct 2022, subject to change.

Feel save, book flexible: FREE rebooking up to 6 weeks prior arrival to any alternative date in 2021 - applies to bookings between May 01 and June 15 2021 , the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

Rebooking FREE OF CHARGE until 28 days prior tour start; valid for all new bookings between May 01 and ***September 15 2021***. Valid for all tour-dates 2021 – the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

On this tulip cruise you will be completely immersed in the Dutch spring and visit the most beautiful highlights in and around Amsterdam by bike and ship.

In Amsterdam, the "smallest metropolis in Europe", you will be tempted by numerous museums and stores and the famous canals in the old town, which recently became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Also visit the flower market in the center and discover the open-air museum "Zaanse Schans" with windmills, wooden shoe production and a cheese farm. Other highlights certainly include the historic city of Haarlem and the world famous flower park "Keukenhof" near Lisse. Optionally, a visit to the world’s largest flower auction in Aalsmeer is also on the agenda. Daily guided bike tours and some city walks are part of the program.

Our Tip: Book early, those bike & boat trips fill up fast!

Route

Tour profile / Level 1

You will ride on flat and well-maintained bike paths throughout the tour.

Day 1: Amsterdam – Zaandam

Embarkation and check-in in Amsterdam city center at 2 pm, where the crew will welcome you on board. Once all guests are on board, you will head towards Zaandam, known for its charming windmills. Here the ship docks in the city center and you can take a short test tour of the area by bicycle. In the evening you will have the opportunity to take a short city walk through the picturesque city center of Zaandam.

Day 2: Zaandam – Zaanse Schans – Zaandam, approx. 24 - 34 km

After breakfast, a short bike ride of about 5 km to the open-air museum "Zaanse Schans" is on the program, where you can discover beautiful windmills, an old Dutch village with traditional wooden houses, a cheese dairy and a clog maker. In the afternoon you have the following program points to choose from: You can either cycle (about 22 km) to Haarlem or take it easy, stay aboard the ship and enjoy the scenery gliding by during the approximately two-and-a-half-hour cruise. Once in Haarlem, visit the historic Old Town with the "Grote Markt" and the imposing St. Haarlem Bavo Church. Your ship is moored not far from the center of Haarlem for this night, so you will have plenty of time to stroll around the city.

Day 3: Haarlem – Keukenhof – Oude Wetering, approx. 38 - 55 km

Today you will cycle to Keukenhof, probably the most famous flower park in the world, where you can admire hundreds of thousands of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths and many other flowers in full bloom. After an extended visit, you will cycle to the small village of Oude Wetering, where your floating hotel is already waiting for you.

Day 4: Oude Wetering – Aalsmeer – Amsterdam, approx. 28 km

The visit to the world’s largest flower auction in Aalsmeer takes place early in the morning (about 06:30) and therefore by bus. Here, millions of flowers are auctioned early in the morning and then sent directly to all corners of the world. Around 9 am you will return to the ship for breakfast while the ship takes you to Amsterdam. Later in the afternoon, you will have time to take a bike ride through Waterland or explore the amazing city of Amsterdam. Visit the downtown flower market or a museum, go on a shopping spree - there is so much to do here! At the end of the day, an optional canal cruise is organized for all ship guests.

Info: The flower auction in Aalsmeer is closed on weekends and public holidays. This is an optional offer.

Day 5: Amsterdam

Disembarkation after breakfast until 9:30 am and individual departure or extension in Amsterdam.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Due to varying wind and weather conditions, as well as organizational necessities, we reserve the right to make changes to the itinerary. 

Please keep in mind that the ship is both your hotel and a machine that needs to be maintained and operated - both during the day and at night.operational noise is therefore unavoidable.

Services

  • 4 nights in outside cabins with shower/WC (air-conditioned)

  • Full board (4x breakfast, packed lunch, 4x 3-course dinner)

  • Afternoon coffee and tea

  • Welcome drink

  • Daily bike tour briefing

  • Guided bike tours and some city tours (for 22 guests or more: 2 guides, 2 groups)

  • Some short tours

  • Use of bed linen and towels

  • Daily cabin cleaning

  • Ferry fees

  • All port, bridge and lock fees

  • Waterproof luggage carrier bag

  • GPS tracks

  • WLAN

  • Detailed maps and information material/cabin

  • For the evironment’s benefit:
    1 biodegradable water bottle
    The CO² emitted during this trip is compensated by the Non-Profit-Organization Justdiggit.

    Included additionally with Premium-Ships Magnifique III und IV

  • Keukenhof

  • North-Holland Dune reserve

  • Visit of a mill at Zaanse Schans

  • Helmet

  • Rental bike insurance

Dates & Prices

Dates

Merkmale

    Season / Period
    Type
    S2   01.04. - 05.04.24
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    MV MAGNIFIQUE IV
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    S2   05.04. - 09.04.24
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    MV MAGNIFIQUE IV
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    S3   09.04. - 13.04.24
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    MV MAGNIFIQUE IV
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    S3   13.04. - 17.04.24
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    MV MAGNIFIQUE IV
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    S3   17.04. - 21.04.24
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    MV MAGNIFIQUE IV
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    S3   21.04. - 25.04.24
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    MV MAGNIFIQUE IV
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    Extras

    Child dicounts (up to 16 years)
    Magnifique III: 3rd bed in 3 bed cabin -50
    Magnifique III: 3rd bed in suite -100
       
    Bicycles & Equipment
    7-speed-UNISEX (Fluvius) 60
    7-speed-UNISEX (Magnifique III + IV), incl. helmet 70
    E-bike (Fluvius) 125
    E-bike ( Magnifique III + IV), incl. helmet 145
    Helmet (Fluvius) 10
    Parking own bicycle 8
    Parking own E-bike 19
       
    Additional nights Amsterdam
    S1* (dbl/sgl) 119/206
    S1* Arrival Saturday (dbl/sgl) 150/238
    S2** (dbl/sgl) 169/256
    S2** Arrival Saturday (dbl/sgl) 200/288
       
    Extras
    Glutenfree or lactose free diet, payable locally 65
    Ticket canal tour Amsterdam, duration approx. 60 min 16
    Limitation of liability (damage) rental bicycle (Fluvius) 10
    Limitation of liability (damage) rental E-bike (Fluvius) 25

     

    *S1: March to October except dates from S2
    **S2: Fair dates March 29-31, April 20, April 26-28, May 09-11, May 17-19
    A minimum stay of 2 nights is required on these dates!

    Locked dates: May 13-16, June 05, June 13-19, July 05-11, September 13-17, September 25-28

    Best - Price - Guarantee

    If you would verifiably receive better conditions and/or prices from another tour operator at the time of booking we guarantee at least the same conditions PLUS 1 handlebar bag for FREE!
    All prices per person in EUR

    Ship

    Welcome on board!

    Your ship during this tour will be the Premium ships MV Magnifique III, IV or the Comfort ship MV Fluvius.

    MV MAGNIFIQUE IV (Premium)

    The MV Magnifique IV with its stylish and elegant interior was completed in spring 2020 and offers comfortable space for 36 passengers. On the sun deck, there is a whirlpool and pleasant sun loungers for relaxation. >>more

    MV MAGNIFIQUE III (Premium)

    The MV Magnifique III is a very elegant ship with stylish interior. The restaurant and lounge area are arranged around the prominent bar. Comfortable sun loungers and a whirlpool/Jacuzzi invite you to relax on the sun deck. >>more

    MV FLUVIUS (Comfort)

    The MV Fluvius is a very popular, cosy river boat with a friendly atmosphere. In addition to a spacious, air-conditioned saloon with bar and separate restaurant area, the ship has a sun deck equipped with comfortable patio chairs and tables, which also offers sufficient space for bicycles. >>more

    Bicycle

    Rental-Bicycles & equipment

    The following bikes are available for rental:

    • UNISEX-touring/trekking bicycles with a comfortable, deep entrance and 7-or 8-speed-hub circuit with hand pedal brake, as well as paniers.
    • E-Bikes
    • Other bikes: children’s bike, tandem, children’s seat, bikes with back pedal... on request

    Electric bikes | E-Bikes | Pedelecs

    We provide you with modern quality e-bikes with 7- or 8-speed hub gears and step-by-step selectable assistance for pedalling power. The range of the battery depends on the support level, riding style, body weight and terrain.

    IMPORTANT: book early, because of limited capacity!

    Bicycle breakdowns

    Breakdowns can happen, also when bikes are well serviced and maintained. Flats can be fixed by yourself. If there’s a difficult repair you may call the local representative. Please don’t get any repairs done on the bike without informing the tour operator/local representative and their approval.

    Bringing of own bikes

    Bringing your own bicycles is ony available in a limited number and a fee needs to be paid as there is not much space. Due to safety reasons you must not charge your E-Bike batteries in your cabin!

    If you bring your own bicycle, please pay attention to the following aspects: You are personally responsible for your own bike on board and ashore. Protect your bike against theft on board, as well as on land with a lock. The bikes will be brought on board and from board by the crew. Due to the local conditions we cannot prevent scratches and damages on the bikes.

    Please understand that we cannot accept any liability. The bikes on board are exposed to weather conditions because the parking is not covered. Please bring along your own spare material and repair kit for your bike. The fees for parking of own bikes on board you can find under prices.

     

    Useful

    Arrival - Parking - Departure

    Arrival by plane

    Airport: Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
    continue by train directly to Amsterdam Centraal - duration approx. 20 min. - Price approx. € 6,-

    Arrival by train

    Train station: Amsterdam Centraal
    Docking place is only a free ferry trip from the central railway station. Departure is every 6 minutes. You will find detailed information in your travel documents.

    Arrival by car

    Almost everywhere in Amsterdam - within the Ringweg ring road - parking is only allowed in official car parks and multi-storey car parks. Parking in the city centre of Amsterdam is now charged at around €5,-/hour. There are several car parks in the city centre. Some are connected to the parking guidance system. The blue and white signs of this system point to the next car park where there are still free spaces. Parking on yellow kerbs is prohibited. Caution: Wheel clamps (Wielklemm) may be used. Fines for parking violations are high.

    Oosterdock car park
    A monitored multi-storey car park right next to the Central Station (exclusively for cars up to 2.10 m high). The economy rate is about € 275,- per week. No advance reservation possible. You can find more information >>here.

    Centralparking.nl/Valet Parking Services
    We are happy to reserve a parking space for you on request and subject to availability. On the day of arrival, your car will be picked up at the pier and returned to the ship on the day of departure. Cost per week (8 days/7 nights) - car: approx. € 175,- (payment in cash on site) >>booking-form.

    For more information and other P+R parking spaces, please visit the Iamsterdam page under "Plan your trip" / "Transport" / "Parking in Amsterdam".

    Embarkation

    Please plan your journey accordingly to be on time for embarkation at 2 p.m..Thank you for your understanding, that it is not possible to go on board before embarkation started. 

    Participants

    Minimum: not required
    Maximum: 44 persons

     

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    Travel stories

    5,8 of 6 Stars | 3
    Superlative in all aspects. Pre-arrival information, reception on board. From the moment we arrived everything was taken care of in the best way possible. Friendly experienced helpful staff, lovely routes....Y.E. 04/23
    6 05.05.2023 | Thomas K. 5 Days Tulip Blossom by Bike + Boat / Guided

    Satisfied returning customers

    We’d have enjoyed even more miles!
    • Overall satisfaction 6
    • Booking handling 6
    • Travel documents 6
    • Information at the beginning of the tour 6
    • Accomodation 6
    • Board 6
    • Route description 6
    • On-site assistance 6
    • Route-character 6
    • Bicycle + equipment 6
    • Price-performance ratio 6
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    5.9 15.04.2023 | Yehoshua E. 5 Days Tulip Blossom by Bike + Boat / Guided

    Excellent bike & boat tulip tour Netherlands

    Superlative in all aspects. Pre-arrival information, reception on board. From the moment we arrived everything was taken care of in the best way possible. Friendly experienced helpful staff, lovely routes.
    • Overall satisfaction 6
    • Booking handling 6
    • Travel documents 6
    • Information at the beginning of the tour 6
    • Accomodation 6
    • Board 6
    • Route description 6
    • On-site assistance 6
    • Route-character 6
    • Bicycle + equipment 6
    • Price-performance ratio 5
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    5.6 18.04.2019 | Bill M. Tulip Tour by Bike + Boat

    Bike and barge Tulip Tour a memorable experience

    Our overall tour experience was very good. The biking was very enjoyable: level of difficulty, variation and length of routes, , size of group, guides, quality of equipment, excursions, all very good. Our accomodations were modest, but comfortable. The ...
    • Overall satisfaction 6
    • Booking handling 6
    • Travel documents 6
    • Information at the beginning of the tour 5
    • Accomodation 5
    • Board 5
    • Route description 5
    • On-site assistance 6
    • Route-character 6
    • Bicycle + equipment 6
    • Price-performance ratio 6
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