Netherlands - Rotterdam to the Province of Zeeland Bike and Barge Tour 2019 Individual Self-guided 8 days / 7 nights The province of Zeeland, also referred to as the Land of the Sea is located in the west of the Netherlands and mostly consists of islands and peninsulas. The Eastern and Western Scheldt estuaries reach far inland, thus making Zeeland a paradise for flora and fauna. Cycle with us from the energetic city of Rotterdam the city stands for easy and relaxed togetherness like no other city in the Netherlands to the province of Zeeland. Discover the historic towns of Zierikzee and Middleburg and the Delta Works, Holland s most impressive storm surge barriers. Sample delicious mussels, oysters and Eastern Scheldt lobster. You should not miss out on a stop in one of the numerous fish restaurants!
Itinerary Day to Day Day 1: Individual arrival Rotterdam, sailing from Rotterdam to Dordrecht Individual arrival in Rotterdam. Embarkation at about 4:00 p.m. You may have some time left to see Rotterdam s stunning Market Hall. The Dutch refer to it as their version of the Sistine Chapel. At 5:00 p.m. sail to Holland s oldest town, Dordrecht, impressively located on an island between three wide rivers. Day 2: Dordrecht Willenstad - Hellevoetslius 40 km In the morning, set sail for Willemstad, a small fortified town dating from the 17 th and 18 th century, which is well worth visiting. From here you start your first cycle tour. Cross the inland waters of Haringvliet over the Volkerakdam, and cycle through fields and past storybook villages like Zwartsluis and Goudswaard to the popular water sports centre of Hellevoetsluis. Day 3: Hellevoetsluis - Bruinisse 45 km With fine weather, it is worth it to take a detour to the swimming beach of Rockanje, a wide and fine sandy beach with marvellous dunes, before starting the bike tour. Crossing the Haringvliet again, you pass through small villages like Stellendam with the mill Korenlust, the small water sport village of Herkingen and, continuing along the Grevelingendam, you reach the mussel village of Bruinisse. Day 4: Bruinisse Middelburg 54 km Today cycle to the small town of Zierikzee, which is among the 10 most beautiful Dutch national heritage towns. The fat tower rises high above the town. The top of the tower offers marvellous views over the town, the harbour and the island. Continue your tour crossing the Zeeland Bridge to Middelburg, the capital of the province of Zeeland. Once the second most important city in the Netherlands after Amsterdam, Middelburg is a town full of history. Numerous shops and cafes are waiting to be discovered.
Day 5: Boat tour Middelburg - Veere, Cycle tour Middelburg Neeltje Jans Veere 35 km The destination of today s cycle tour is Neeltje Jans. The former working island was created by raising a sand flat to facilitate the construction of the Eastern Scheldt storm surge barrier, the most impressive construction of the Delta Works. You will have the possibility not only to marvel at the locks from up close but also from the inside. Afterwards, continue the cycle tour to Veere, a beautiful holiday seaside town, where once deeply loaded Scottish ships landed. Day 6: Boat tour Veere Bruinisse Willemstad Cycle tour Bruinisse - Willemstad 34 km Cycle via Oude-Tonge the small, popular water sports village was badly impacted by the 1953 flood catastrophe. 305 people are buried in a mass grave near the dike just outside the village and via small villages like Achthuizen back to Willemstad. Day 7: Willemstadt Rotterdam Cycle tour 39 km Today s cycle tour starts in Willemstad and takes you back to Rotterdam. While passing the popular Erasmus Bridge you can see the MS Olympia from a distance which already awaits you. Use the chance and experience Europe s largest harbour on an interesting harbour tour. Day 8: Departure from Rotterdam Disembarkation until 9:00 a.m. and individual journey home.
Route Technical Characteristics: Tour Profile: Relatively Easy. Due to its numerous cycle paths, Holland has become a paradise for cyclists. The cycle routes are on flat terrain and are easy to cycle on, some strong headwinds are possible. Distance: 247 km Travel Season: Saturday departures June 22; June 29; July 6; July 13; July 20; July 27; August 3; August 10; August 17; August 24; August 31 and September 7, 2019
Price per Person: Two Bed Main Deck 799.00 Two Bed Upper Deck Astern* 949.00 Two Bed Upper Deck 999.00 One Bed Cabin Upper Deck 1399.00 Two Bed Cabin for Single use on Main Deck (limited availability) +50% Bike rental (7 speed unisex bicycle, with hand and pedal brake, or hand brakes only, pannier bag) 70.00 E-bike with free wheel (must be booked in advance, limited number) 165.00 *Cabins at rear of the ship, pereptive engine and generator noise (when ship is in motion and in locks) Included: Seven nights in outside cabins with shower/wc in the booked cabin category Programme according to the routing to/from Rotterdam Welcome drink Daily cabin cleaning Changing of towels and bed sheets if wanted Full board (7x breakfast buffet, 6x packed lunch for cycle tours or lunch snack, 6x coffee or tea in the afternoon, 7x 3 course dinner All port, bridge and lock fees Daily meeting for the cycling tours Maps and information material for the cycle tours (1 per cabin) Tour manager on board Not Included: Journey to/from Rotterdam Parking fee Transfers Bike rental Entrance fees and excursions City maps Drinks on board Travel Insurance Gratuities (at your discretion) and own expenses
The cruise ship MS Olympia Comfortable and cozy river ship with family environment. The ship was refurbished in 2015/2016. The panoramic salon with bar in gentlemen club style and the bright and friendly restaurant are waiting for you to pass relaxing hours here. A spacious, partly shaded sun deck and storage space for bicycles. A total of 48 comfortable outside cabins for a maximum of 94 guests. Main deck: 20 2 bed cabins (about 11sqm), Upper deck: 34 2 bed cabins (about 11 sqm), 4 cabins of bigger size at the stern of the ship (12 sqm, 3 of which feature twin beds, during the trip increased noise perception) as well as 2 single cabins about 9 sqm. All cabins boast en suite bathroom, hair dryer, telephone, TV, individual air conditioning/heating, fridge, safe and panoramic window. On the Upper deck, cabins feature opening windows.
Bikes Hybrid Bike Unisex frame 21-gears with free wheel sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 / 43 cm Unisex 7-gears-bikes with back pedaling brake sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 cm Men s speed bikes 21-gears with free wheel and crossbar sizes: 64 / 60 / 56 "slopping" cm (note: a reservation is necessary!) Also includes Saddle bag (water-repellent), handlebar bag (waterrepellent), service-set with tools and extra bicycle tube, pump and combination lock Electric Bike A Pedelec is an electro bike which assists with electric support only when pedaling. Composed on basis of KTM-bikes, adequate for our missions. The bike is easy to handle as you have a good weight distribution and a low balance point. Overall weight amounts to approx. 23 kg. An illuminated LCD display, a computer and a wattage display add to the comfort. Assisting people in realizing their touring dreams worldwide is our passion. www.okcycletours.com THIS IS A PARTNER TOUR FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 Toll Free 1-888-621-6818 Local 613-702-5350 TICO Ontario Registration No: 50022848