Cycle Amsterdam to Bruges

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Cycle Amsterdam to Bruges

8 Days Starting in Amsterdam, Netherlands and ending in Bruges, Belgium

Visiting: Amsterdam, Gouda, Kinderdijk, Willemstad, Zeeland, Middelburg, Bruges

Tour operator:

UTracks

Tour code:

UAB

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Self Guided

Physical rating:

introductory to moderate

Tour operated in:

English

From: $1231 $1192 Tourhub's Big Adventure Sale: -$39

NB: Prices correct on 31-Oct-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey as you cycle from vibrant Amsterdam to historic Bruges, traversing the picturesque landscapes of Holland and Belgium. This self-guided tour offers a unique blend of cultural exploration and scenic beauty, with highlights including the tranquil Green Heart of Holland, the iconic Kinderdijk windmills, and the charming towns of Gouda and Willemstad. Enjoy sampling local delicacies like cheese in Gouda and waffles in Willemstad, and discover the natural wonders of the Biesbosch wetlands. With comfortable accommodations in 3 to 4-star hotels and luggage transfers between stops, this tour ensures a seamless and enriching experience as you pedal through some of Europe's most captivating regions.

Highlights

Cycling in a flat landscape through Holland's Green Heart
Exploring vibrant Amsterdam and historic Bruges
Sampling cheese in Gouda and waffles in Willemstad
Discovering the Biesbosch wetlands and pedalling past the famous Kinderdijk windmills
Visiting the charming village of Veere and the nostalgic splendour of Middelburg
Taking a ferry to Zeelandic Flanders and cycling to Bruges in Belgium
Traversing a patchwork landscape of vast polders, idyllic countryside, rolling dunes, and golden sand flats

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive Amsterdam

Location: Amsterdam

Accommodation Name: hotel

Make your own way to Amsterdam and check into the first hotel. Amsterdam is one of the crown jewels of Europe and there is so much to see and do here. If you arrive early make sure you go for a walk to marvel at the 17th century townhouses and warehouses in the World Heritage listed canal district. The Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Vondelpark or a canal cruise are just some of Amsterdam’s ‘must-do’s’. We can assist booking with pre-tour accommodation on request. Amsterdam gets very busy, we recommend booking well in advance.

Day 2 : Cycle Through The Green Heart Of Holland To Gouda (68Km/42Mi)

Location: Gouda

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

From bustling Amsterdam you plunge into the peace and quiet of the “Groene Hart” or Green Heart, a pleasant rural area of low-lying polders with peat meadows and grazing cattle. It’s a flat, open, spacious landscape where church spires and windmills touch the horizon and clouds are reflected in lakes and canals. Continuing your bike ride through a typically Dutch polder landscape with grassland criss-crossed by ditches and canals, you'll pass small farming communities and picturesque historical towns such as Oudewater. Oudewater is famous for it Heksenwaag (or Witches Weighhouse) where women accused of witchcraft were weighed to prove their innocence. The last leg is to the market town of Gouda. For the Dutch, Gouda is inextricably linked to cheese, candles, syrup waffles and a lovely historical centre. We recommend an evening stroll to soak up the yesteryear atmosphere and marvel at the large and attractive market square boasting a wonderful fifteenth century town hall as well as a Weighing House (“Waag”). Overnight Gouda*
* Due to limited availability, if we are unable to accommodate in Gouda, we will book an overnight in the towns of Bodegraven, Oudewater or Woerden.

Day 3 : Continue Past Kinderdijk Windmills To Papendrecht (38Km/23.5Mi)

Location: Kinderdijk

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

During today’s cycle you will visit one of the Netherland’s most popular attractions - Kinderdijk. 19 historical windmills line the canal in the epitome of classic Dutch countryside. In Kinderdijk you can visit an authentic workshop and find out how these windmills were built and how they work. Your destination, Papendrecht, is just a ferry crossing away from of one of Holland’s oldest towns: Dordrecht, which is completely surrounded by rivers. Beautiful bridges take you across the water into the heart of town, and around the harbour you will see many monumental buildings.
The hotel in Papendrecht is just 3km from the centre of Dordrecht, on the northern banks of the river.

Day 4 : Cycle To Willemstad (65Km/40Mi)

Location: Willemstad

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

The result of a major flood in 1421, Biesbosch is one of the few remaining wetland habitats in Europe where the ecosystem has adapted both to saltwater coming in from the sea through tidal creeks, and to freshwater coming down in the rivers. It’s an ever changing labyrinth of creeks and riverlets encompassing countless little islands of willow woods and reeds, a paradise for birds. The ride takes you along the edges of this National Park. Round off the day in Willemstad, a fortified town shaped like a seven-point star.
Please note you will only cycle through the Biesbosch park on days that the ferry departs. It does not operate daily. If the ferry does not operate you will follow an alternative route.

Day 5 : Enter Zeeland, Where Ferry Rides Are Interspersed With Cycling (50Km/31Mi)

Location: Zeeland

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will enter Zeeland, a province of the Netherlands marked by light, wind,
water and lots of space. It is made up of islands so bridges and ferries will be carrying you across the waters as you head towards Belgium. Picture-book towns with ancient houses and cobbled streets are lined up for the coming days. Traverse a patchwork landscape of vast polders, idyllic countryside, rolling dunes and golden sand flats. Overnight in Noordgouwe or Zierikzee.

Day 6 : Cycle Via Veere To Middelburg/Vlissingen (43Km/26.6Mi)

Location: Middelburg

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

A wander down the narrow streets of Zierikzee is an absolute delight. Quaint little old houses take you back in time to the town’s glory days when ships set sail to sell salt, wool, fish, grain and red dye as far afield as the Baltic and the Mediterranean. Today your route continues to the charming village of Veere. From 1541 everything that was exported from Scotland to Holland (mainly wool) came ashore here and was distributed from Veere. This contract brought the town not only prosperity but also a very lively Scottish expat community that stayed for 300 years. Walk in their footsteps as you take a tour of the sights. Heading further south, you will discover the nostalgic splendour of Middelburg, the capital of Zeeland. In the 16th and 17th centuries it was one of the most important centres of trade in the Netherlands. Overnight in Middelburg or, dependent on availability, Vlissingen further towards the coast.

Day 7 : Take A Ferry To Zeelandic Flanders And Cycle To Bruges In Belgium (66Km/41Mi)

Location: Bruges

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After a hearty breakfast, hop on a ferry boat at Vlissengen to Zeelandic Flanders, with its winding country roads, pollard willows, wet meadows and scattered villages.
(The ferry crossing from Vlissingen to Breskens must be reserved online in advance, link provided on booking).
Having crossed the border into Belgium, you will reach the charming little town of Damme on the banks of the romantic Damse Vaart. From here, it’s only a short stretch to Bruges, known as the pearl of Flanders! It’s a truly enchanting town that has been welcoming tourists for about 150 years. With most of its medieval architecture intact, it remains exceptionally well preserved and will give you a sense of times gone by when it was the centre of the European wool and cloth trade. Overnight in Bruges.

Day 8 : Trip Concludes

Location: Bruges

Meals Included: Breakfast

The trip concludes this morning in Bruges after breakfast. We can assist with extra nights accommodation on request, please ask for our rates.

What's Included

Accommodation
hotels
7 breakfasts

Breakfasts are continental style and will usually consist of breads, cheese, ham, tea, coffee & juices.
7 nights in 3 to 4 star hotels

Accommodation on a twin share basis with private facilities.
24 speed hybrid rental bike

Includes pannier, helmet, repair kit, and lock. E-bikes are available for an additional supplement.
Luggage transfer between hotels

Limited to 1 piece of luggage per person weighing a max 20kg. Excess charges apply and must be booked and paid before departure.
Information pack

Provided digitally including route notes & navigational app for use with your smartphone, and a printed pack at the joining hotel.
Emergency hotline

Access to an emergency hotline for assistance during the tour.

What's Not Included

Travel to Amsterdam and from Bruges

Travel arrangements to the starting point in Amsterdam and from the endpoint in Bruges are not included.
Meals not listed as included

All drinks, lunches, and dinners are not included.

A dinner package can be booked which includes a 3-course dinner each night for an additional supplement.
Travel insurance

Travel insurance is mandatory and not included in the tour price.
E-bike hire

E-bike hire is available for an additional supplement.
Guide

This is a self-guided cycling holiday, so no guide is included.
Solo traveler supplement

A supplement will apply if you are traveling solo or book a single room.
Entrance fees

Entrance fees not listed as included are excluded.
Transfers

Transfers not listed as included and transfers if you need to skip a stage are excluded.
Ferries

Ferries are not included.

Allow 1 to 8 EUR for the Vlissingen to Breskens ferry.
Bike insurance

Bike insurance can be pre-purchased through UTracks.

Please ask for rates.
Excess luggage

Excess luggage will be charged a supplement.

Each piece of extra luggage cannot be heavier than 20kg due to work safety rules.
Hotel taxes

Hotel taxes, if applicable, are payable directly to the hotel.
Handlebar phone holder

We recommend bringing a handlebar phone holder to more easily follow the route using the app.
Items of a personal nature

Items of a personal nature are not included.

Grading

This trip involves 7 days cycling between 37 and 66km/23 and 41mi per day usually along paved cycle paths and quiet county roads across generally flat terrain. Only towards the end of the tour does the terrain become slightly hilly. The well-posted cycle route is generally low traffic and often car-free. In and out of the cities there will be some traffic. You need only carry your camera
ain gear and water bottle. Your luggage is transported for you between hotels/inns. The trip is suitable for beginners who have a good level of fitness. *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list and we do provide one for each client.

What You Carry

During the cycle day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water. A small daypack which can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.

Mode of Transport

Travel includes a 24-speed hybrid rental bike with pannier, helmet, repair kit, and lock. Luggage transfer between hotels is provided, and ferries are used for certain segments of the journey.

Accommodation

Enjoy 7 nights in comfortable 3 to 4-star hotels, each offering twin share rooms with private facilities, ensuring a restful stay after your daily cycling adventures.

Check out our Q&As

What type of bike is provided for the tour?

A 24-speed hybrid rental bike with a pannier, helmet, repair kit, and lock is provided. E-bikes are also available for an additional supplement.
Is luggage transfer included in the tour?

Yes, luggage transfer between hotels is included, limited to one piece of luggage per person weighing a maximum of 20kg. Excess charges apply for additional luggage.
What should I carry during the cycling day?

During the cycling day, you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone, and water. A small daypack that can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.
Is travel insurance mandatory for this tour?

Yes, travel insurance is mandatory for this tour.
Are meals included in the tour package?

The tour includes 7 breakfasts, which are continental style. All other meals, including lunches and dinners, are not included. A dinner package can be booked for an additional supplement.

Is this a guided tour?

No, this is a self-guided cycling holiday. An information pack with route notes and a navigational app for use with your smartphone is provided.
What happens if I need to skip a stage of the tour?

Transfers are available if you need to skip a stage, but they are not included in the tour package and will incur additional costs.
Are entrance fees included in the tour?

Entrance fees are not included in the tour package.
What is the terrain like during the cycling tour?

The terrain is generally flat, with paved cycle paths and quiet country roads. Only towards the end of the tour does the terrain become slightly hilly. The route is well-posted, generally low traffic, and often car-free.
Is a cycle helmet provided?

Yes, a cycle helmet is provided and is a compulsory item on your equipment list for safety reasons.
How fit do I have to be?

Our adventures are first and foremost holidays and can be undertaken by anyone in a reasonable state of health and fitness - however, please carefully read our Terms & Conditions when booking and view the trip grading. We rank our trips according to our honest Trip Grading System. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with our grading system by reading our detailed trip notes (which you can order through this site) and to speak with us about the physical requirements of your chosen trip.
What happens if something goes wrong?

On our guided tours, you travel in small groups with a local multi-lingual guide whose knowledge of the terrain, flora, fauna and history of the region is exemplary. Our self guided tours give you the freedom to explore at your own pace - but they're not unsupported. We provide detailed route notes and maps and our local partners are on hand throughout the day in the unlikely event that something goes wrong. All we request is that you select a program that matches your level of fitness to ensure that you have a comfortable experience.
I'm travelling solo on a self-guided trip. Do I pay the single supplement or the single traveller surcharge?

Most of our self guided trips are priced based on twinshare. If you are travelling solo the single traveller surcharge will apply. The single supplement would apply if you were travelling in a party with others and you had chosen to book a single room. You would never pay a single traveller surcharge and a single supplement.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

T. Lovell(Forrest, Australia)

Cycle Amsterdam to Bruges

22 May 2024

I fully recommend this trip, it was a great experience and everything was well organised. The non electric bikes are not really designed to ride 70km a day, but was easy enough for myself. The electric bike for my wife made it really easy. We loved the smaller cities and sights that we would not have got too, if we didn’t ride. My only recommendation is take a garmin or similar navigation device with you, and expect some rain . Great trip, loved it.

R. Crabtree(Somers, Australia)

Cycle Amsterdam to Bruges

17 May 2023

The trip itself provides a wonderful opportunity to connect with the landscape and the people. We also were able to make new friends with fellow travellers. The bike paths are in excellent condition making for smooth riding.

H. Plater(North Tumbulgum, Australia)

Cycle Amsterdam to Bruges

1 Aug 2023

The trip was well organised and the difficulty rating appropriate. Bicycles sized to fit and in good repair. The hotels were well positioned and comfortable. We very much enjoyed the trip and would recommend it to others. We are aged 60 and 58 of average fitness.

T. Hansen(Anchorage, United States)

Cycle Amsterdam to Bruges

7 Jun 2023

What a wonderful experience, we had a wonderful time everything was taken care of and done well.

M. Hislop(Australia)

Cycle Amsterdam to Bruges

28 May 2024

Excellent trip well organised and went smoothly.

Rosalie Jasica(Auckland, New Zealand)

Cycle Amsterdam to Bruges

30 Jun 2024

We absolutely loved every minute of our cycle trip. Everything was superbly organised. Thrilled with every accommodation we stayed at and fabulously packaged with the days maps and instructions. Highly recommend.

S. Hansen(Anchorage, United States)

Cycle Amsterdam to Bruges

31 May 2023

We had a wonderful experience with our UTracks bike trip. Hotels were wonderful and felt welcoming. The shuttling of luggage worked well. The quality of the trip maps could certainly be improved.

K. Sewell(Albury, Australia)

Cycle Amsterdam to Bruges

6 Aug 2024

We recently completed the Amsterdam to Bruges trip with UTracks. We loved it, it was brilliant! Easy to self navigate, accommodation all good, luggage transfer great, manageable distances. The countryside we rode through was spectacular. An opportunity to meet like minded active holiday friends from around the world. And a few friendly tips from the locals on a couple of occasions, when we weren't sure. We had never ridden the heavy dutch bikes, but after a little experience they added to the fun. We are already looking for our next trip with UTracks: will definitely do again.

R. Barr(Balgowlah, Australia)

Cycle Amsterdam to Bruges

12 Jul 2023

We very much enjoyed our recent cycling trip from Amsterdam to Bruges. This was essentially a seven day orienteering course covering 400 km on bicycles entailing us finding our way through about 30 map points per day. (We did not hire a GPS guide but relied on the issued maps. This generally worked well but was a bit of a challenge in the large cities where the sign points were missing or there were road works. Once in the countryside the scenery was spectacular and the navigation easier. The prevailing winds are south-westerly so we had a solid headwind for all seven days. My wife loved the e-bike; it was solid riding without one.

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