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The highlights of Holland and Belgium are uncovered on this unique cycling tour of the lowlands and North Sea coast. Beginning in Amsterdam, we visit Gouda which is well known for its cheese and then cycle to the world famous windmills of Kinderdijk before heading through Dordrecht and the natural reserve of Biesbosch to Willemstad. We continue by barge across the impressive waterways of Zeeland and onto the lively town of Antwerp in Belgium. In the delightful town of Ghent we have a walking tour before continuing to Bruges where small chocolatiers and waffle sellers offer a great reward for your cycling efforts!
Itinerary:
Early in the afternoon you can check into the barge. Later that afternoon the barge crosses Amsterdam and leads for the village of Oude Wetering. In the evening there will be a warm up ride in the vicinity of the town.
An early start this morning as you pedal through the Dutch meadowlands on route to Gouda. There will be ample time to explore the town both before and after dinner. The famous St. Jan's church with its beautiful stained glass windows is the longest church in the Netherlands and certainly worth exploring. There may also be an opportunity to pay a visit to a potter to see the craft in making earthenware and Gouda clay pipes.
An exhilarating cycle this morning to the world famous windmills of Kinderdijk. We plan to visit one of the mills, and then pedal to Dordrecht and partially through the natural reserve Biesbosch to Moerdijk. The night will be spent in the walled town of Willemstad, a real Dutch beauty!
Right across the impressive waterways of Zeeland the ship will take you to the lively town of Antwerp in Belgium. After arrival free time to explore this port town, with its interesting streets and abundance of jeweler's shops. The city has a large Hasidic Jewish community who has traditionally controlled the thriving diamond industry.
The day starts with a sailing trip to the outskirts of Antwerp. The cyclists cross the riverland of the River Schelde. In the charming provincial town of Dendermonde you'll spend the night aboard the barge.
This morning we have an early departure as the ship needs around 7 hours to reach Ghent. The river Schelde is a tidal river and thus the barge may have to wait for high tide to continue. The cycle heads through terrain that is typical flat Flemish countryside. In the old city of Ghent we join the tour leader for a walk through the wonderful town centre. There are many interesting bars and shops dotted throughout and lovely old bridges.
This morning we take a train ride to Bruges. After arriving there is a short guided walk past the many historic monuments in the centre of Bruges. You have until mid afternoon to explore Bruges, sample some delicious waffles or chocolates before we return by train to Ghent.
This morning you check out and transfer by bus to Amsterdam airport.
Price per person twin share $1449.00 including taxes
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