Magnificent Cycling Cruises Premium barges Magnifique, Magnifique II and Magnifique III 2018
Cycling and cruising Cycling The Dutch are crazy about cycling. Our tiny country has no less than 19 million bicycles for only 17 million inhabitants. We use our bikes to go to school and work, and we even go shopping with it. And during our leisure time? Well, then we go for a bike ride just for fun, with a picnic blanket and sandwich for the road. Our little ones sit in the front or at the back on a bicycle seat and they start cycling along with their own teeny bicycle from about three years of age. And for anyone who can use a little help, we have e-bikes. With nearly 35,000 kilometres (22,000 miles) in separate bicycle paths we can continue riding our bicycles infinitely. Cycling, well it s something we do just about our entire lives. Cruising Sailing is another thing the Dutch like to do. Professionally, for the purpose of commercial transportation or in order to maintain our waterways. And of course also for fun: in a canoe, a sailboat, a motor yacht or even in a comfortable passenger vessel. The Netherlands consists of nearly 20% water: the North Sea, large and small lakes, canals, rivers and ditches make sure we always have the possibility to keep changing our route. A large part of our country (26%) is below sea level. Windmills, pumping stations, dikes and locks make our countryside beautiful while also keeping our feet dry. Cycling and cruising Boat Bike Tours combines these two typical Dutch elements. For almost 10 years we have been offering vacations on boats and bikes, and not that we want to brag about it, but our sister company Channel Cruises Holland has been doing this for 40 years! We are permanently expanding our package by developing new tours and contracting new ships. In 2016 the premium passenger barge Magnifique II, provided with 18 luxury cabins, was commissioned and put into service and, like her sister ship Magnifique, provides attractive and fully catered cycling cruises in Belgium and the Netherlands. In 2018 we can announce the launch of premium barge Magnifique III. Click on the picture to watch the movie Facts & Figures the Netherlands Surface area 41,543 km² Capital city Amsterdam Government The Hague Official languages Dutch and Frisian (only spoken in Friesland). Type of government Constitutional monarchy / parliamentary democracy Currency Euro Highest point 323 m (Vaalserberg, Limburg) Lowest point - 6.8 m (Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel, Zuid-Holland) Avg. temp. in July 17.9 C Avg. temp. in January 3.1 C Holland or the Netherlands? Internationally, Holland is often used to indicate the Netherlands. The official name of our country is the (Kingdom of the) Netherlands. North and South Holland are the two provinces that together make Holland. Due to the maritime and economic power of these provinces in the 17th century, the Netherlands became known worldwide as Holland. To make matters even more confusing the inhabitants of the Netherlands are called Dutch. 2 www.boatbiketours.com info@boatbiketours.com
What s a Bike and Barge Tour? A room with a view You usually leave the ship between 8:30 am and 9:30 am. While the boat is travelling to the next harbour, you set off on your bike tour, over mostly quiet paths and lanes, and along all the interesting sights. The daily cycling distance varies depending on your trip from around 25 to 60 kilometres (15 to 37 miles). Every day you will have enough time to go sightseeing, explore the towns and villages, enjoy a break at a café or visit one of the many museums en route. At the end of the day you will be welcomed back aboard by the crew, where you can go through your day with the other guests from different nationalities. Don t you feel like cycling? Then stay aboard to enjoy watching the countryside go by. Simply find a nice spot on the sun deck or in the salon. That is what is so perfect about our Bike and Barge Tours! You can spend the evening in the salon, at the bar or outside on deck. Your tour guide explains about next day s cycle ride and there will be several city walks for you to go on. Of course if you would rather explore on your own, that is fine too. The barges are usually docked close to or in the town centre, making sure the sights, museums and shops are all in walking or cycling distance. Your hotel room will be cruising along with you on your bike and barge tour. This means you don t have to move from room to room or keep unpacking during your vacation. You will spend every night in the same bed, but with a new view every day! Did you know... The Dutch are the tallest people in the world? Holland has the highest concentration of museums in the world? Amsterdam has over 1,200 bridges? Rotterdam is one of the largest ports in the world? When you arrive at Schiphol Airport, you are 4 meters below sea level? The Netherlands has more than 5,000 km of navigable rivers, canals and lakes? 3% of the Netherlands consists of National Parks? On average, the Dutch eat 20.4 kg of cheese per person per year? 500 million kilos of cheese are exported per year? The Netherlands has 1048 windmills and 108 water mills? The mills in the Netherlands represent the age-long battle against water? And what about that colour orange? Orange is related to the Dutch Royal Family and represents the national identity of the Netherlands. That s why Dutch fans dress up in orange on several national occasions. During some sport events the whole country turns orange and people become infected with, what we like to call, the orange fever. Source: Holland.com phone: +31 299 313071 3
Magnifique Facts & figures: Number of guests: 31-34 Length/width/draught: 63 m / 7.2 m / 1.6 m Lower deck 11 twin cabins (approx. 11 m², 2 single beds next to each other) 4 premium twins (approx. 14 m², 2 single beds next to each other, small sitting area) 1 single cabin (approx. 8 m²) Upper deck a tastefully furnished salon with large windows restaurant, bar and lounge with wide screen TV Wi-Fi (with limited data use) two partly covered teak wooden sun decks with chairs and tables, and cycle shed (front deck) a whirlpool/jacuzzi and deckchairs to relax www.boatbiketours.com/magnifique What an amazing week! Staff was helpful and fun. Thomas, our tour guide, was a fountain of information - but also made the tour fun and fascinating. His love of his country shone through. The boat was clean, beautiful and comfortable. Every afternoon we pedalled a bit faster to see what treat Raymond (the chef) had prepared for us. After that, we quickly got changed so that we could see what was for dinner. Every meal delicious. Thank you Boat Bike Tours - we will be seeing you again! Rick and Michelle 4 www.boatbiketours.com info@boatbiketours.com
Magnifique II Facts & figures: Number of guests: 34-37 Length/width/draught: 62 m / 7.2 m / 1.6 m Lower deck 12 regular twin cabins (approx. 11 m², 2 single beds as twins, next to each other) 1 premium twin (approx. 13 m², 2 single beds next to each other, small sitting area) Upper deck 4 upper deck suites with a small sitting area and large windows (a part of the windows can be opened). (approx. 14 m², 2 single beds as twins, next to each other) the salon combines a restaurant area, bar and lounge 2 screens (a camera and a navigation system) to see the real time position of the barge large windows for a perfect view large doors open to the partially roofed sundeck Top deck a whirlpool/jacuzzi and deckchairs to relax www.boatbiketours.com/magnifique2 All vessels sail under Dutch flag and management. The Magnifique was completely modernized in 2010 and extended with 14 meters during winter 2012/13. The Magnifique II was launched in spring 2016. The Magnifique III is under construction and will be launched late March 2018. We loved every minute of our trip My husband and I celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary doing a boat bike tour from Amsterdam to Bruges. Every single thing was perfect. The crew, the ship, the food, the riding...everything! We can t wait to do it again! Mrs and Mr Jensen phone: +31 299 313071 5
Magnifique III NEW in 2018 artist impression artist impression Facts & figures: Number of guests: 40 Length/width/draught: 70 m / 7.2 m / 1.6 m Lower deck 15 regular twin cabins (approx. 11 m², 2 single beds as twins, next to each other) artist impression Upper deck 5 upper deck suites with a small sitting area and large windows (a part of the windows can be opened). (approx. 14 m², 2 single beds as twins, next to each other) the salon combines a restaurant area, bar and lounge 2 screens (a camera and a navigation system) to see the real time position of the barge large windows for a perfect view large doors open to the partially roofed sundeck Top deck a whirlpool/jacuzzi and deckchairs to relax artist impression www.boatbiketours.com/magnifique3 To be launched in March 2018 6 www.boatbiketours.com info@boatbiketours.com
On board... Crew on board The crew consists of a captain, a sailor, a chef, and a hostess, as well as two tour guides. They will welcome you aboard, maintain the ship on course, and take care of the elaborate breakfast buffet and three-course dinner. The crew will also serve your drinks, keep the ship clean and tidy, take care of your bicycles aboard the ship or on the quay and tell you many interesting facts along the way. In short: the crew will do anything and everything to make your stay on board as comfortable as possible. All in a pleasantly, relaxed and certainly typical Dutch manner. Guests You will find a very international group of travellers aboard. A large part of our guests are over 50 and from a wide variety of countries. We also have families with children on board who love our holidays and often come back. Children are very welcome on our Bike and Barge Tours, but please do make sure to check if a child can cycle daily distances of 30 60 kilometres before booking. Of course you can always opt to stay aboard for one or more days (children up to the age of 18 have to be under adult supervision). Meals and drinks There is a nutritious and varied breakfast buffet every day, after which you make your own packed lunch (sandwiches, fruit and something to drink). In the evenings you will be served a delicious three-course meal. Vegetarian meals are available at no surcharge. Other diets (like gluten free/lactose intolerant) are possible at a surcharge. Various drinks (such as coffee, tea, beer, wine, water, soft drinks) are available at the bar (not included in tour price). www.boatbiketours.com/bikeandbarge The cabins on all vessels have: comfortable beds with high quality mattresses (beds can be pushed together as a double) private, en-suite bathroom with shower, toilet, hand basin; hair dryer, mini-safe portholes (only lower deck: all portholes are fixed for safety reasons) individually regulated air conditioning (+ ventilation) flat screen TV (satellite) If requested, an extra bed is available in selected cabins (above one of the other beds). phone: +31 299 313071 7
... and on the road Level Most of the cycle routes for the Magnifique barges are classified as easy, because most of the way in Holland and Belgium is over flat paths, so nearly all our trips are suitable for all cyclists, from very experienced to beginners and recreational cyclists with a basic level of fitness. Of course we cannot control the direction of the wind, which can make some routes heavier going sometimes! Bikes The bicycles on board are traditional touring bicycles (ladies models) with easy-to-handle 7 8 gears, hand brake and/or pedal brake and pannier bags. Wearing a helmet is recommended, but not compulsory. There are some bike helmets available on board (free of charge). There are also some e-bikes available, but in a limited number (early booking is recommended). 8 www.boatbiketours.com info@boatbiketours.com
Fully guided cycling, small groups Types of guidance Boat Bike Tours offers tours with three types of guidance: Independent: By means of detailed maps, you pick your own route and ride at your own pace, without any tour guidance: perfect for experienced cyclists. Semi-guided: A daily briefing about the bike tour, but you always cycle without guidance. In case of emergency, problems or questions, you can always call the tour leader who is cycling the same route as a back-up in case of problems or to answer questions. Fully guided: Together with the tour guide(s), you and the rest of the group will cycle the most beautiful routes and visit interesting and fun sights. NEW for season 2018 In 2018 all tours on the premium Magnifique barges will have two tour leaders, enabling guests to opt daily for a longer or shorter, or a quicker or slower cycling tour. This is what we call Guided cycling Boat Bike Tours-style. Which means that if the group has more than 22 passengers, there will be two tour leaders aboard and therefor two guided groups! During these guided tours you will also have the opportunity to cycle on your own. The tour leader will only give you advice and instructions, and is there in case of emergencies. Our professional tour leaders Our team consists of experienced, multilingual tour guides, who are able to offer expert advice. They organize a briefing every evening, discussing the following day s cycling options and any possible short city walks. If you choose to travel semi-guided or with a group, the tour guide will always be available for you. They will also be cycling the route in case of emergencies or an accident and can be reached by mobile phone. Please visit www.boatbiketours.nl/team phone: +31 299 313071 9
The Netherlands NEW in 2018 The Best of Holland The tour starts in Amsterdam, from there to Zaandam, with the Zaanse Schans open air museum as a must see highlight. Then off to Volendam, world famous for its harbour, fresh fish like eel and herring, pictures in typical Dutch costume and the Palingsound, a kind of Dutch folk or country music. After a night in Volendam, take the ferry to the picturesque former island of Marken and cycle through the unique wetlands of Waterland, a large flat area with tiny lakes and canals, to the newest part of Amsterdam, called IJburg, built just a decade ago on the former bottom of the sea. Continue by barge to the small town of Vianen on the Lower Rhine River. Visit Schoonhoven, well known for its silver, and the 19 windmills (UNESCO) at Kinderdijk: Lovely views guaranteed! Night in the old city of Dordrecht that already obtained city rights in 1220 ad. From Dordrecht the ship cruises north to Gouda, world famous for its cheese and candles. The next day it is time to explore the Green Heart of Holland: a large rural and green area amidst the horseshoe-shaped ring of cities in the western part of the country. Night in a small village in the Green Heart. Cycle or sail into Amsterdam, where the journey ends. Day 2 25/35/45 (16/22/28) The Best of Holland www.boatbiketours.com/bestofholland Volendam Day 3 38 (24) Monnickendam Zaandam Marken Haarlem AMSTERDAM Aalsmeer Weesp Oudewetering Day 7 40/50 (25/31) Breukelen Highlights Day 6 40/55 Zaandam: Zaanse Schans open air museum (25/34) Volendam: old fishing harbour Marken: a former island IJburg: new part of Amsterdam, built in the water on an artificial peninsula Schoonhoven: the Silver City Kinderdijk: UNESCO-site with 19 windmills Gouda: cheese capital of Holland Amsterdam: canals, museums, too many highlights to mention Day 5 28 (18) Gouda Kinderdijk Dordrecht Utrecht Vianen Schoonhoven Day 4 23/51 (14/32) Day 4 28 (18) distance in kilometres and in (miles) 10 www.boatbiketours.com info@boatbiketours.com
The Netherlands Amsterdam Tulip Cruise (5 days) See all the glorious flowers the Netherlands has to offer; cycle past fields of tulips, visit the Keukenhof and the world s largest flower auction. From Amsterdam the cycling route leads through the nature reserve Twiske to Zaandam, where at the Zaanse Schans you can admire windmills, old houses, shops and museums in the traditional wood architecture. Continue to Haarlem, the city that was Best Shopping Town in the Netherlands several times and has lots of little courtyards and monumental buildings. The next day starts with a visit to the unique flower park Keukenhof in Lisse where you can enjoy the millions of flowers in bloom. Cycling ends in Oude Wetering, a small village in the Green heart of Holland. Early next morning you will visit the world s largest flower auction FloraHolland in Aalsmeer, after which you sail back to Amsterdam to enjoy a city walk. This short break will also take place during the extended Easter holiday weekend. Highlights Haarlem: historical city, Grote Markt, St.-Bavo church, Teylers museum and Frans Hals-museum. Keukenhof: flower park with millions of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths and other flowers in full bloom. Flower auction Aalsmeer: early in the morning millions of flowers are auctioned here and instantly sent out to all corners of the world (during weekend and public holidays the flower auction is closed: instead a canal tour of Amsterdam is included). Tulip Cruise www.boatbiketours.com/tulipcruise Day 3 40 (24) K Day 2 optional 22 (14) Zaanse schans Haarlem Oudewetering Zaandam AMSTERDAM Aalsmeer Day 2 10 (6) Day 4 20-35 (12-22) Very enjoyable trip and excellent crew The cycling was very simple and slow, but it s meant for all to enjoy. That is what we did. The countryside is fabulous and you have lots of opportunity to stop to take photos, enjoy a coffee or snack and take time to talk with your fellow riders or the locals in the villages and towns you go through. The boat is very comfortable with rooms larger than we expected, the staff were extremely friendly and accommodating and the food was excellent with more than enough of it. Overall, a great experience. Mrs and Mr Taylor distance in kilometres and in (miles) phone: +31 299 313071 11
The Netherlands and Belgium Between Amsterdam and Bruges Making the trip between Amsterdam and Bruges by boat and bicycle is a fascinating, varied journey through two countries. In Holland, the western part of the Netherlands, you will be cycling along the winding Vecht and Lek rivers dotted with beautiful mansions, villas and small castles and through the typical flat and open Dutch scenery near Kinderdijk, where you can admire no less than 19 windmills in a row! The boat docks in the historic port of Dordrecht, one of the oldest towns of the Netherlands. Via the province of Zeeland, with its open water, you will cross the border into Flanders, from where you will follow the beautiful cycle paths along the tidal river the Schelde to the port and city of diamonds Antwerp, to continue to Dendermonde and Ghent. Take your time to visit these inner cities: there is so much to see. The jewel on this tour s crown is probably world-famous Bruges, also known as the Pearl of Flanders. This bike and barge holiday through the western part of the Netherlands and north-western Belgium really gives you the chance to experience both countries and cultures. You can depart from either Amsterdam or Bruges. distance in kilometres and in (miles) Best vacation EVER!!! This was an amazing experience for my husband and I. Everything from the crew, the guide, the bike rides, the food to the weather, was EXCELLENT! C. Gallagher Amsterdam Bruges www.boatbiketours.com/amsterdam-bruges AMSTERDAM Nigtevecht Breukelen ZUID- Utrecht HOLLAND Vianen Schoonhoven Kinderdijk Dordrecht Day 2 56 (34) ZEELAND Willemstad Day 7 48 (30) Tholen Kreekraksluis Day 3 43 (26) NOORD Bruges Moerebrugge Ghent Day 6 38 (24) Temse Antwerp Day 4 47/61 (29/38) Sint Amands Dendermonde Day 5 37/51 (23/32) 12 www.boatbiketours.com info@boatbiketours.com
Bruges Amsterdam www.boatbiketours.com/bruges-amsterdam AMSTERDAM Nigtevecht Breukelen Day 7 46 (29) ZUID- Utrecht HOLLAND Vianen Schoonhoven Kinderdijk Dordrecht Day 6 55 (34) This trip was beyond what we dreamed it would be ZEELAND Willemstad The Magnifique II is a beautiful barge. It was a pleasure to return each day to this oasis of the senses. The food was exceptional. The crew were personable and enthusiastic. They went out of their way multiple times. Mr Lawrence Day 2 56 (34) Bruges Moerebrugge Ghent Day 3 37/51 (23/32) Kreekraksluis Temse Tholen Dendermonde Antwerp Sint Amands Day 5 43 (27) Day 4 47/61 (29/38) NOORD-BR distance in kilometres and in (miles) Highlights Vecht river: well known for its beautiful mansions, small castles and houses with large gardens and parks Vianen: small fortified town on Lower Rhine river Schoonhoven: silver city Kinderdijk: 19 large windmills (UNESCO cultural heritage) Dordrecht: one of the oldest towns in Holland; an important intersection in the shipping Willemstad: fortified town Antwerp: diamond-, beer- and harbour city; native city of painter Rubens Ghent: a university city founded in Roman times, where the rivers Leie and Schelde converge. Historical centre with many marvellous ancient buildings Bruges: the Venice of the North. Its old centre, which dates from the Middle Ages, is almost completely intact. North Sea coast: a 12 kilometer long sandy beach, numerous cafés and the attractive dune landscape of Het Zwin (a unique nature reserve). phone: +31 299 313071 13
Belgium Bruges Brussels / Brussels Bruges www.boatbiketours.com/bruges-brussels or /brussels-bruges Day 2/7 48 (30) Bruges Moerebrugge Day 3/6 56 (35) ZEELAND Day 5/4 47 (30) Gent Temse Sint Amands Dendermonde Antwerp Lier Willebroek Mechelen Vilvoorde BRUSSELS Day 6/3 53 (33) Day 7/2 35 (22) Day 4/5 37/52 (23/32) distance in kilometres and in (miles) Across Flanders between Bruges and Brussels This route follows the winding Schelde through the ever changing, flat, Flemish landscape along picturesque villages and imposing cities. Bruges is Europe s city for art and museums, and the city centre with its numerous canals is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. In the middle ages, after Paris, Ghent used to be the second largest city in Europe and it has the architectural richness to prove it. In Dendermonde you can visit the Begijnhof, the beguinage, with many 17th century houses. Harbour city Antwerp also has a great cultural heritage and the centre of Mechelen boasts over 300 monumental buildings. Try not to miss Manneken Pis, the tiny peeing statue, in Brussels beautiful town centre. In addition to the daily bike rides, you will also have plenty of time to go on walks through the city centres, have a drink in one of the many old pubs where they still brew beer in the old-fashioned way or visit one of many museums. A cycling tour to the North Sea sand beaches is included from Bruges. And while you are enjoying your bike trips, the boat and crew will be making their way to the next port of call to welcome you back to your floating hotel at the end of a beautiful cycling day. You can depart from Brussels or Bruges. Highlights Bruges: the World Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO. North Sea cost: a 12 kilometer long sandy beach, numerous cafés and the attractive dune landscape of Het Zwin (a unique nature reserve) provide enough variety during your lunch break. Ghent: historical centre (during the Middle Ages the 2nd largest European city just after Paris) Dendermonde: famous for its ancient buildings and beautiful market square, Grote Markt Antwerp: world s major diamond cities, the City Hall, the historical city square Grote Market, the Onze-Lieve- Vrouwe cathedral and the medieval Steen Castle. Mechelen: over 300 buildings listed as a historical building on less than 3 square kilometres. Brussels: the historical city centre, gothic town hall, the beautiful guild houses on the Grote Markt Brussels to Bruges We had a great time on this trip. The crew, accommodation, food and overall experience was excellent. Lovely rides through beautiful scenery and picturesque towns. Malcolm and Grace 14 www.boatbiketours.com info@boatbiketours.com
Dates (dd/mm) and prices 2018 MS MAGNIFIQUE HOLLAND & FLANDERS Amsterdam to Bruges - departure on: 19/05, 02/06, 16/06, 30/06, 14/07, 11/08, 25/08, 08/09, 22/09, 06/10 Bruges to Amsterdam - departure on: 26/05, 09/06, 23/06, 07/07, 21/07, 18/08, 01/09, 15/09, 29/09, 13/10 AMSTERDAM TULIP CRUISE departure on: 27/03, 31/03, 04/04, 08/04, 12/04 BEST OF HOLLAND departure on: 05/05, 12/05, 28/07, 04/08 MS MAGNIFIQUE II HOLLAND & FLANDERS Amsterdam to Bruges - departure on: 09/05, 23/05, 06/06, 20/06, 04/07, 18/07, 15/08, 29/08, 12/09, 26/09, 10/10 Bruges to Amsterdam - departure on: 16/05, 30/05, 13/06, 27/06, 11/07, 08/08, 22/08, 05/09, 19/09, 03/10 ACROSS FLANDERS Bruges to Brussels - departure on: 25/07 Brussels to Bruges - departure on: 01/08 AMSTERDAM TULIP CRUISE departure on: 25/03, 29/03, 02/04 MS MAGNIFIQUE III HOLLAND & FLANDERS Amsterdam to Bruges - departure on: 28/04, 12/05, 26/05, 09/06, 23/06, 21/07, 04/08, 01/09, 29/09 Bruges to Amsterdam - departure on: 05/05, 19/05, 02/06, 16/06, 30/06, 28/07, 11/08, 22/09, 06/10 ACROSS FLANDERS Bruges to Brussels - departure on: 08/09 Brussels to Bruges - departure on: 15/09 AMSTERDAM TULIP CRUISE departure on: 03/04, 07/04, 11/04, 15/04, 23/04 BEST OF HOLLAND departure on: 07/07, 14/07, 18/08, 25/08 HOLLAND & FLANDERS / ACROSS FLANDERS / BEST OF HOLLAND 8 days / 7 nights (prices per person) Cabin for Magnifique Magnifique II Magnifique III Twin cabin 2 pers. 999 999 999 Premium twin 2 pers. 1.199 1.199 - Upperdeck suite 2 pers. - 1.399 1.399 Single cabin 1 pers. 1.349 1.349 1.349 Triple cabin 3 pers. 949 949 949 Premium triple 3 pers. 1.099 - - Premium upperdeck suite triple 3 pers. - 1.299 1.299 AMSTERDAM TULIP CRUISE 5 days / 4 nights (prices per person) (season 1 / season 2) Cabin for Magnifique Magnifique II Magnifique III Twin cabin 2 pers. 599/649 599/649 649 Premium twin 2 pers. 719/769 719/769 - Upperdeck suite 2 pers. - 799/849 849 Single cabin 1 pers. 849/929 849/929 929 Triple cabin 3 pers. 549/579 549/579 579 Premium triple 3 pers. 609/629 - - Premium upperdeck suite triple 3 pers. - 629/659 659 Season 1: 25/03, 27/03, 29/03, 31/03 Season 2: 02/04, 03/04, 04/04, 07/04, 08/04, 11/04, 12/04, 15/04, 19/04, 23/04 Included Tour + accommodation aboard in booked category Full board: breakfast, picnic lunch, three course dinner Use of bed linen and towels Daily cleaning of the cabin + change of towels Welcome drink, presentation of barge + crew + briefing Tour leaders (multilingual) with daily briefings bike tours/short city tours Printed instructions/detailed maps for individual bike tours; 1 set/cabin Complimentary coffee and tea daily Not included Transfers to/from the docking places Reservation fee 15,00 (obligatory surcharge) Rental bicycle with 7 gear, hand- and/or pedal brakes, pannier bag: 70 per week, 50 Tulip Tour (optional) Rental e-bike: 165 p/wk, 95 Tulip Cruise (on request, limited number available, book early) Parking fee, entrance fees and excursions, fees for ferries, drinks on board, personal insurances, gratuities For 8-day tours: dinner in either Bruges or Antwerp (restaurant recommendations available on board) phone: +31 299 313071 15
Guest feedback: many positive and enthusiastic traveler reviews on our website Rated 8.6 out of 10 based on 160 reviews (Febrary, 2017) Tours: more than 70 bike and barge trips in 15 European countries Value for money: great quality and a unique experience at a fair price Cycling tours: fully guided with tour leader or individual cycling Since the late 1970s, Channel Cruises Holland / Boat Bike Tours are specialists for cycling and cruising holidays. We set up and organize our own tours and programs, carefully select ships and use the services of qualified and multilingual tour guides. Great service, high quality standards and the enthusiasm of our crews make each tour an unforgettable experience! Read more about the unique concept of cycling cruises on our website, where you can enjoy some video clips and read our guest reviews. All tours can be booked online. Visit our website for additional information and images on tours, insurances, bicycles and to read our Terms and Conditions. www.boatbiketours.com Our website provides comprehensive information on all ships, with a listing of the facilities on board, a cabin plan of the boat and more pictures. Most barges and ships are also available in full charter to private and other groups. www.boatbiketours.com/fleet The Netherlands Europe Book directly with the specialists of Boat Bike Tours BOAT BIKE TOURS BV t Prooyen 3-B 1141 VD Monnickendam The Netherlands 0031 (0)299 313 071 info@boatbiketours.com www.boatbiketours.com facebook.com/boatbiketours Call or chat with us: Monday until Friday from 8am until 5pm CET. Colophon All information with reserve of later changes and typographical or graphical errors. Program + details barring changes, a.o. as a result of nautical, technical or meteorological reasons. Your travel confirmation is binding. Our general conditions (www.boatbiketours.com/conditions) apply to all tours, programs and travel confirmations. Texts and images: Boat Bike Tours b.v. Images: Visit Gent, JanDHondt and several others. Graphic design: digitaal duurzaam communiceren (www.dt.nl). February 2017