From Amsterdam to Bruges - NEW
Explore these wonderful contrasting cities
Guided Cycling and Cruising Tour

Travelling by barge and bicycle is a great way to explore the countryside of Holland and Belgium. This tour takes you through the waterways from Amsterdam to Bruges and has plenty of opportunities to explore some of the regions most attractive cities. You’ll stay on a Dutch barge with en-suite facilities, and each day you can join the guided cycling tour, or stay on board watching the world go by.

Detailed information

	Detailed itinerary
	Your accommodation and meals
	Departure dates and prices
	Bike details
	Travel options
	Average temperature

Detailed itinerary

This guided cycling and cruising tour takes you along quiet roads and cycle paths, on mostly flat terrain. There is the option to stay on board the barge each day if you prefer not to cycle.

Day 1: Arrival in Amsterdam
Meet your guide and then sail on the barge from Amsterdam to the village of Oude Wetering.

Day 2: Oude Wetering to Gouda
22 miles
In April and May you can visit the Keukenhof flower gardens and stroll around the colourful tulip and daffodil displays. You will then sail on to the small town of Gouda, known throughout the world for its cheese.

Day 3: Gouda to Willemstad
28 miles
Cycle to Kinderdijk, famous for its collection of traditional Dutch windmills. Continue to Dordrecht, one of the oldest towns in Holland that inspired 17th century painters such as Cuyp and van Goyen. We continue to the beautifully maintained fortress town of Willemstad.

Day 4: Willemstad to Antwerp
Sail through the beautiful waterways of Zeeland to the lively city of Antwerp in Belgium, once home to the baroque painter Rubens. On arrival you’ll have plenty of time to explore this interesting and cultured port.

Day 5: Antwerp to Dendermonde
19 miles
Today the ship sails out of Antwerp to the provincial town of Dendermonde. Your cycle ride is through attractive countryside beside the Schelde River.

Day 6: Dendermonde to Ghent
22 miles
Enjoy a leisurely ride through the flat Flemish countryside. This evening take time to look around the old town of Ghent, which has more listed buildings than the rest of Belgium put together.

Day 7: Ghent to Bruges
16 miles
Complete your journey by train and bike to the magnificent city of Bruges. Explore the beautiful buildings and well-preserved medieval architecture as you walk around this city, sampling the culinary delights of Belgium such as waffles, beer and mussels.

Day 8: End of tour after breakfast
Return by bus to Amsterdam airport.

Note: on alternate weeks this tour operates in reverse from Bruges to Amsterdam.

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Your accommodation and meals

For this cycling and cruising tour your accommodation is aboard a vessel with two person cabins and private facilities. This wonderfully Dutch experience is a great way to discover the Netherlands and Belgium while you meet and make friends with your fellow passengers.

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Departure dates & prices

Prices include:

• 2 berth cabin with shower/toilet
• Full Board
• Bicycle hire
• Tour guide
• Information Pack

Departure dates are Saturdays: 31 May - 13 September 2008

* Prices vary and can only be confirmed when you make a booking.

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Bike details

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Travel options

Suggested times and points of departure - please call us to discuss the most suitable flights and latest prices.

Latest HF Holidays Flight Information - updated 05/11/2007 (provisional)

Transfer from Amsterdam airport (not included in price) - approx. 15mins by train and 10mins by taxi or foot.
Transfer from Bruges to Amsterdam (included in price) - approx. 3hrs by bus.
For rail tickets contact International Rail on 0870 751 5000.

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Average temperature

The average daytime temperatures for these regions are listed below:

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