Netherlands | Cycling Adventure | Adult Only

We meet in the morning in Amsterdam. After a short transfer out of town, start biking near Haarlem, and get ready for an incredible bike ride along the coast. Manicured bike paths lead the way through cresting dunes and lively beach resorts, then wind through some of the loveliest neighborhoods in all of Holland. There’s also the possibility to visit the Keukenhof tulip fields in the spring. Tonight, enjoy a special welcome dinner with the rest of the group.

About Hotel Lion d’Or

Located in the heart of the fascinating medieval city of Haarlem, Hotel Lion d’Or combines service, style, and comfort with rich history. Established around 1810, this 4-star hotel offers modern appointments with up-to-date amenities, plus a bar and brasserie.

Start biking in De Rijp, a colorful town with green gabled houses and a long whaling heritage. After visiting a working windmill, cycle over canals and wooden drawbridges to seafaring towns like Schermerhorn and Hoorn. For lunch, enjoy local fare at a cafe in Hoorn. Spend tonight near the picture-perfect harbor of Enkhuizen.

About Hotel Suydersee

A delightful oasis for relaxation and ideal location for escaping from busy cities, Hotel Suydersee is right in the center of a typical historic harbor town and has been recently remodeled. You’ll be near the famous outdoor Zuiderzee museum, the polder land for biking, old canals for sport fishing and canoeing, and the largest lake of Holland for sailing and surfing.

Board the ferry to Stavoren, then bicycle along Lake IJsselmeer on small roads and dikes to the old port of Hindeloopen. It’s the perfect chance to learn a bit of history and visit charming towns steeped in tradition. Settle for the night overlooking the yachts of Lemmer. Take advantage of a night on your own to explore the town center.

Hotel Iselmar

A modern hotel overlooking the marina, Hotel Iselmar offers luxury, relaxation and superb cuisine. At the hotel’s restaurant, you’ll savor French-Mediterranean cuisine as you take in splendid views over the yachting boats. The hotel offers spacious rooms, four bowling alleys, two racket-ball (squash) courts, an indoor pool, sauna, and Turkish steam bath.

Today’s carefree bike ride leads through forests and watery landscapes highlighted by a visit to Giethoorn. Known as the Venice of Holland, it is a wonderful canal-laced village with thatched houses and humpback bridges. This evening we’ll stay at the grand Kasteel de Havixhorst.

About Chateau De Havixhorst

An excellent, quiet, and luxurious hotel, Chateau De Havixhorst offers eight enormous suites elegantly furnished with bath and separate shower. The hotel’s restaurant serves outstanding food and the wine cellar offers a huge choice of excellent wines.

Start the day greeting hundreds of storks and peacocks at a bird sanctuary on the grounds of your hotel. Then spin along forested bicycle paths through dreamy hamlets tucked deep in the woods. Visit the craft village in Orvelte before continuing on to peaceful Exloo and our cozy hotel. Tonight in the neighboring village of Odoorn, enjoy a dinner of savory Dutch pancakes.

About Hotel De Hunzebergen

Amidst woodlands and heath fields you can find the luxurious 4-star Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant De Hunzebergen. The rooms are decorated in a stylish, contemporary way and offer a view of the park or the driveway. True relaxation is achieved in the state of the art Beauty & Wellness center. Take a swim in the pool (indoor and outdoor), visit the sauna, or relax in the Turkish steam bath and spa bath. A fitness room and a tennis court are also available. The hotel has four bowling lanes. Culinary delights are in abundance in the restaurant Hunzebergen. Weather permitting, dinner is also served on the beautiful terrace.

Today’s ride travels on dramatic moors dappled with purple heather and dotted with prehistoric stone beds. Later, head over to the outdoor market in Emmen and visit its outstanding, prize-winning zoo. Then follow fertile pastures and dense woodlands to the thatched village of Eext. Back in Exloo, share memories of the trip as everyone enjoys a farewell dinner together.

Enjoy breakfast before your guide transfers you to Amsterdam for your departure home. The two-and-a-half-hour shuttle will give you plenty of time to relax and reflect on your trip before heading home.

*Trip itineraries are subject to change without notice due to road, weather and other factors outside of our control, for the safety and enjoyment of our guests, as deemed necessary and appropriate by Austin Adventures.