Self Guided From
€769
  • Royal Flora Holland, the largest flower auction in the world
  • sand dunes along the coast near Zandvoort
  • exploring Haarlem "Little Amsterdam"
8 Days
7 Nights
300 Total kms
50 km/day (avg)
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On this tour see it all: from windmills to cheese markets and Europe's largest flower auction to the seemingly unending expanse of the polder and dune landscapes. Discover the cities of Haarlem and Delft with their picturesque downtowns and wealth of internationally recognized buildings. Visits to The Hague, the Binnenhof, the Peace Palace or the art collection of the Mauritshuis are all possible as are long walks and refreshing swims at North Sea beaches. No matter what you decide to do: You will get to know the very best of Holland.

Tour Route

Day
1
Arrival
to
Volendam

Volendam known for its traditional fishing boats and traditionally dressed citizens is a charming coastal town to spend your first night.
Day
2
Volendam
to
Bussum

The first stage of this round trip takes you along the Ijsselmeer to Bussum. The trips goes along part of the Amsterdam canal and part of of the Amsterdam-Rijnkanal. You end up going through the fortified town of Naarden to Bussum. You will come across the first windmill of this trip less than 200 metres from the hotel. Katwouder-Mühle was constructed in the 17th Century and drains the neighbouring polders. You then continue beyond the dyke to Monnickendam where you cross the harbour with a view of the Ijsselmeer. You then pass through several small villages to Amsterdam-Nord. On the way, Muiderslot (Muider Castle) tempts you to take a break with its wonderful gardens or Muiderberg's shore. You arrive at your hotel in Bussum via the fortified town of Naarden.
50km
Day
3
Bussum
to
Aalsmeer

Starting in Bussum you soon reach the picturesque Utrechtsche Vecht, and it´s many stately homes from the 17th Century. Follow the winding course of the river to the Spiegel- and Blijkpolderplas, a reclaimed lake. Continue through the beautiful natural park along the edge of the water and carry on through small Dutch villages to Achterboos. Passing through the old Dutch town of Uithoorn in the middle of green polders you reach the destination of Aalsmeer.
53km
Day
4
Aalsmeer
to
Rijswijk/Delft

The third stage criss-crosses from Aalsmeer through several villages to Rijswijk, a suburb of The Hague. The morning allows you to visit Royal Flora Holland, the largest flower auction in the world. From Aalsmeer you cycle along the Weststeinderplassen lake to Weteringburg. Following small canals, you come across a number of windmills along the way, and after traversing a number of small villages you get to Leidschendam, a suburb of The Hague. Your hotel is in the suburb of Oud Rijswijk, four kilometres from The Hague city centre, which awaits you with its historic old town, burial place of the Dutch Royal Family, and a wide selection of culinary delights.
57km
Day
5
Rijswijk/Delft
to
Sassenheim

Today's stage first takes you through The Hague and along lovely trails through the dunes to Sassenheim. After visiting The Hague city centre (worth visiting), pass through Oosterbeek Park to the dunes. For the next 14 kilometres, enjoy the paved track through the dunes, occasionally shaded by trees and with a glimpse of the North Sea. The beach promenades in Katwijk und Noordwijk aan Zee laden invite you to take a break before heading back in land to the hotel at the edge of Sassenheim. The final stretch passes many tulip fields, which offer a uniquely wonderful view when in bloom in April/May.
50km
Day
6
Sassenheim
to
Haarlem

The shortest stage of this tour is from Sassenheim skirting the tulip fields and through the dunes to Haarlem. This takes you past Kasteel Keukenhof, a classical 18th Century estate. Before the coast you once again reach the softly undulating dunes with heather, gnarled pines and sea buckthorn. Further along the coast you reach Zandvoort, a popular resort for those living in Amsterdam. The many cafés and restaurants right on the sea allow you to once again take in the view of the beach and North Sea before carrying on (always on paved tracks) to Haarlem. Haarlem is popularly referred to as "Little Amsterdam" due to its architecture resembling that of Amsterdam. On the way to the hotel, its worth taking a tour around the picturesque Haarlem town centre. Here you will find the Hotel Lion d´Or, walking distance from the town centre and its sights.
39km
Day
7
Haarlem
to
Volendam

The last stage takes you back to Volendam. The Spaarne takes you from Haarlem to Amsterdam for the (free) ferry. Once at the other side of the IJ take the route parallel to the canal towards Zaandam. Once in Zaandam, follow the canal past the many small houses in the flat polders. Once again take in the endless countryside and the wide variety of farms. Make the crossing on a small passenger ferry, typical for the region. You then arrive at the village of Monnickendam. The last stretch continues past the Katwouder-Mühle leading you back to your hotel in Volendam.
51km
Day
8
Volendam
to
Departure

Departure after breakfast or extension of trip.

FAQs

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    • 7 Overnight stays in 4*-hotels incl. breakfast
    • Tour descriptions, map, tourist information
    • Luggage transport from hotel to hotel
    • Tours according to programme
    • Parking possible at the hotel (extra costs)
    • Admission Nieuwe Kerk and tower in Delft
    • App-supported navigation
    • Half board optional
    • Panniers when booking a bicycle rental
    • We adapt the bike rental to suit your wishes
    • Service hotline
    • Beverages bottle
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    • journey to/from Amsterdam;
    • lunches; dinner; drinks;
    • entry fees;
    • bike rental;
    • extras and everything not listed as included.

  • The rental bikes are high quality women‘s or men‘s bikes with waterproof luggage bags, 27 gears, derailleur and rim brakes, (no coaster brake), lighting front and rear, hub dynamo, lock.
    The e-bikes (Batavus, Van Dijck) have 5 support levels, 10 gears and a range of up to 80 km.
    (Helmets, children‘s bikes, tandem or fun trailer available on request).
    For € 3.– per day you can insure your rental bike against theft, an e-bike for € 6.– per day.
     

    Tour profile
    EASY

    The bike paths of this route are almost completely asphalt. The region is flat, with only minor hills, so that the route can be cycled cyclists of almost any level. The city traffic in Holland is often regulated by traffic lights for cyclists, so that you can move well and safely in the cities.

  • Half board
    The standard travel package includes accommodation with breakfast. You can book half-board and get 5 x a 3-course menu. (Halfboard not in Haarlem and Aalsmeer, Restaurants are nearby.) Dinner for extension days is also possible.

    Arrival and parking
    Arrival by plane: Amsterdam Schipol Airport. There are regular trains from the airport to Amsterdam Central Station. Duration of the trip an average of 15 minutes, cost: € 4.30.
    Arriving by train: From Amsterdam Central Station to the hotel by bus (in the direction of Edam). 
    Bus stop in Amsterdam: CS IJzijde at the back of the main train station. Get off at the bus stop directly opposite the hotel.
    Arrival by car / parking: Unguarded parking for free at the hotel.

    Notes
    Entry Requirements / Visa: EU-citizens are required to have a valid passport or ID-card, not expiring within 6 months of the return of your journey. We kindly ask non-EU citizens, EU-nationals with dual citizenship or anybody who has to respect special legal entry requirements for the country to visit, to inform about visa and entry documents at the responsible embassy.

Prices


23
May
01
Sep

Self Guided / per person
Standard Adult Double €769
Adult Single €1149

Notes
Minimum number of participants: 2 | surcharges for accommodation in Volendam (contact for specific dates)

Extras

Bike rental €84
e-Bike rental €175
Half board €160
Extra Nights Available / shared y
Extra Nights Available / single y
Min participants 2
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