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The Loosdrect Lakes
Escape on a short break
Independent Cycling Tour
This short break offers an excellent variety of things to do from
your base in the four-star Golden Tulip Loosdrecht Hotel. The
setting is perfect for leisurely cycling in the countryside, allowing
you to ride at your own pace through the beautiful region of the ‘Loosdrechtse Plassen’, perhaps stopping for a picnic or to visit
a nearby town or village.This break is equally suited to those wanting an opportunity
to simply 'get away from it all' and families looking for a
short holiday that offers a variety of attractions apart from
cycling.
Detailed information
| Detailed itinerary |
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This one centre break offers superb cycling in beautiful areas, making good use of the impressive Dutch cycle path network.
You can choose where and when to cycle each day. |
Accommodation
The Golden Tulip
Loosdrecht hotel is
situated near the ‘Loosdrechtse
Plassen’, a popular
lake region, which is
ideal for cycling, and
has plenty to see and
do. Why not take a
boat trip from the
hotel’s private marina,
or simply relax on the
waterside terrace.
Places to visit
You are free to plan your own itinerary on
this flexible break, and listed below
are a few of the places you can visit whilst
in the area:
- Visit the bustling cities of Amsterdam
and Utrecht
- Stroll around Castle De Haar in
Haarzuilen, Holland's largest castle
- Go go-karting in Maarssen, Mijdrecht or Huizen
- Visit the Aalsmeer flower auction
If all this sounds like too much, then just sit back and enjoy
one of the most stunning natural areas in Holland, with its
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| Your
accommodation and meals |
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This tour is on Half Board basis, staying at the 4-star Golden Tulip
Loosdrecht hotel.
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| Departure
dates & prices |
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Prices include:
- 4 nights' accommodation
- Half Board
- 2 day's bicycle hire (3 gears)
- Route descriptions and maps
Departure dates daily from April - October 2008
No of nights |
4 |
4 |
4 |
All departures |
£299 |
£40 |
£60 |
Single room supplement: £14 per night
Extra night (HB): £59 per person sharing a twin or double room
Price for child (4-12 years) sharing with 2 adults: £149
*Additional adults in car use own travel price
* Prices vary and can only be confirmed
when you make a booking.
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| Bike details |
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Gears: 3
No bike bag
No repair kit |
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| Travel
options |
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Suggested times and points of departure - please call us to discuss the most suitable flights and latest prices.
Latest HF Holidays car ferry information - updated 05/11/2007 (provisional)
| Stena Line |
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| Route |
Out |
Return |
Price from |
| Harwich - Hook of Holland |
09:00 - 16:15 |
14:45 - 20:15 |
£40 |
Transfer for foot passengers: 2hrs 30mins by train and taxi (payable locally)
Latest HF Holidays flight information - updated 05/11/2007 (provisional)
| British Airways |
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| Route |
Out |
Return |
Price from |
| Heathrow - Amsterdam |
11:35 - 13:50 |
14:45 - 15:05 |
£90 |
| easyJet |
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| Route |
Out |
Return |
Price from |
| Luton - Amsterdam |
11:05 - 13:15 |
13:40 - 13:50 |
£60 |
| Bristol - Amsterdam |
07:30 - 09:50 |
10:15 - 10:35 |
£60 |
| Liverpool - Amsterdam |
10:20 - 12:40 |
13:05 - 13:30 |
£60 |
Transfer (not included in price) - approx. 1hr 15mins by train
and taxi.
For rail tickets contact International Rail on 0870 751 5000.
Airport Parking: To book secure airport parking throughout the UK visit Purple Parking or Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Airport Hotels: To book airport hotels throughout the UK visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Airport Lounges: To book aiport lounges visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.
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| Average
temperature |
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The average daytime temperatures for Holland are listed below:
April
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13°C |
56°F |
| May |
18°C |
64°F |
June
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21°C |
70°F |
July
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22°C |
72°F |
| August |
22°C |
72°F |
| September |
19 °C |
67 °F |
| October |
14 °C |
57 °F |
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