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Enjoy Dutch landscapes by wheels and water on this springtime tour.
Our adventure starts in the early afternoon as you board the Leafde fan Fryslân in Amsterdam. After getting settled on board, the ship will leave the harbour at 2:30pm and sail to Zaandam. In the late afternoon, we will have the option to take a short ride. After enjoying a delicious dinner on board, our leader will take us on a guided walk through the beautiful city centre of Zaandam.Accommodation: Leafde fan Fryslân
In the morning, we cycle to the charming hamlet of Zaanse Schans. Renowned for its operating windmills (the oldest of which dates back to the 17th century), Zaanse Schans is a traditional village that lies on the banks of the river Zaan. Stroll through the village, looking out for the clock museum, an old-fashioned grocery store, a clog maker and a cheese farm. Our cycling tour continues to Limmen and Egmond-Binnen where we have the chance to bike through colourful tulip fields. Nearby, we’ll visit the Hortus Bulborum, a unique garden museum dedicated to the preservation of rare and historic bulbs. More than 4,000 tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and other special flowers are planted here. We continue cycling to Egmond at the North Sea, once more passing through the tulip fields.Our ship will be waiting near the historical city centre of Alkmaar. This town is well known as a Dutch cheese city. Wander through the streets and be amazed by the beauty of Alkmaar’s old town, with its well-preserved 17th-century buildings and narrow, winding canals.Accommodation: Leafde fan Fryslân
Distance in Km: 47
Distance in Miles: 29
Today we cycle north of Alkmaar where we will find the most beautiful tulip fields on the way to the North Sea. The sandy beach here is one of the most wonderful to walk along in the entire Netherlands, the perfect spot for feeling the wind in your hair or simply enjoying the view. Close by — and certainly worth a visit — is the artists' village of Bergen. We will continue on and cycle through the North-Holland Dune reserve to Den Helder: this piece of land wedged between the North Sea and the IJsselmeer boasts the world’s single biggest flowering bulb field. In one word: spectacular!Please note: total distance covered this day can vary from 33 to 50 km / 21 to 31 miles depending on the cycle routes you choose.Accommodation: Leafde fan Fryslân
Distance in Km: 33
Distance in Miles: 21
During breakfast the ship will sail to the island of Texel, the largest of the Dutch Wadden Isles. Here there are various options in terms of cycling routes so you can ride as much as you want. Whichever route, cycle through delightful natural parks, and bike through fields of blooming flowers! Pass through picturesque villages and landscapes and visit the Ecomare seal sanctuary. At the end of the day, we can enjoy a locally-brewed, well-deserved beer during a visit to the small brewery near Oudeschild.Please note: total distance covered this day can vary from 15 to 65 km / 9 to 41 miles depending on the cycle routes you choose.Accommodation: Leafde fan Fryslân
Distance in Km: 15
Distance in Miles: 9
Today we will set sail to Enkhuizen. Relax and enjoy the sailing and scenery as you progress along the IJsselmeer. In the afternoon, the ship will arrive in Enkhuizen, an old city with many centuries of maritime tradition. Spend some time exploring here: “the herring city” boasts a beautiful old harbour and an old town full of history. Accommodation: Leafde fan Fryslân
In the morning we sail along the Ijsselmeer to the former Dutch East India Company town of Hoorn, which was, in the 17th century, one of the world’s foremost harbours. Our afternoon ride goes to Volendam, a small and picturesque fishing harbour on the shores of Lake IJsselmeer. Along the way, we’ll pass Edam, which is known for its famous Edam cheese, covered in red or yellow wax. While this adorable village is now renowned for cheese, it was once an industrious shipyard and port. That’s why, in the 17th century, the town’s specialty became one of the most popular cheeses in the world. Sailors took wheels of Edam on their voyages – the cheese doesn’t spoil easily and could be traded for spices and other riches of the East.Accommodation: Leafde fan Fryslân
Distance in Km: 28
Distance in Miles: 20
Today we’ll take a bus through the oldest tulip fields of Holland to the famous Keukenhof Gardens. There will be plenty of time here to discover the most beautiful bulb park in the world — Keukenhof is the place where spring springs. It features an overwhelming blaze of colours: seven million flowering tulips in a magnificent 80-acre setting of traditional and modern gardening architecture. Here we will also find various hyacinths, daffodils, and many other vibrant flowers. In the afternoon the bus takes us back to Amsterdam where we spend our final night on the Leafde fan Fryslân.Accommodation: Leafde fan Fryslân
Our adventure ends after breakfast. Disembark until 9:30am in Amsterdam.
7 nights in twin or double cabins on board the Leafde fan FryslânOptional 4
days of cycling (without vehicle support)Enjoy a mixture of guided and
self-guided cycling routesGroup normally 15-25 plus crew. Min age 16 yrs90%
tarmac roads and cycle paths, 10% unpaved trailsLocal bike hire
includedE-bike upgrade available on request
Our on-staff chefs are here to create delicious meals for hungry cyclists.
Each morning an extensive breakfast buffet is served, and you can make a
packed lunch during breakfast to take with you for your day on land.
Alternatively, you can choose to have lunch at a local restaurant instead.
Each evening you will return to the ship to enjoy a three-course dinner on
board.After your daily bike trip, coffee and tea will be waiting for you on
board. Other drinks, such as wine, beer and soft drinks are available on
board at a charge. The Leafde fan Fryslân has a well-equipped (sometimes
self-service) bar.Any charges accrued for drinks not included in your trip
cost will be settled at the end of your tour (paid for in cash). If you’d
like to bring wine on board, a corkage fee will be charged.If you have
special dietary requirements (vegetarian meals, lactose or gluten-free diet),
please indicate this when making your reservation. Vegetarian meals are
always available, in all other cases we will check the possibilities for your
specific departure. In some cases, additional cost will be charged (this
mainly applies to lactose or gluten-free meals).Due to the size of the
kitchen on board the Leafde fan Fryslân, we are unable to offer vegan meals
as we cannot guarantee that the food can be prepared to vegan standards.
7 nights in twin or double cabins on board the Leafde fan FryslânOptional 4
days of cycling (without vehicle support)Enjoy a mixture of guided and
self-guided cycling routesGroup normally 15-25 plus crew. Min age 16 yrs90%
tarmac roads and cycle paths, 10% unpaved trailsLocal bike hire
includedE-bike upgrade available on request
Activity Level: 1 (Leisurely) This trip is suitable for a wide range of
cyclists, but please note that a good physical condition and basic cycling
skills are required. We use mainly cycle paths and quiet roads where
possible. The Netherlands is very flat, although sometimes there are strong
headwinds. Please see the introductory pages of the cycling brochure or our
website for more important information on classification and grading. If you
have any queries about the difficulty of the trip please do not hesitate to
call us.A little bit of adventure is part of every departure - the planned
daily sailing routes partially depend on the strength and direction of the
winds. The skipper decides day by day on the best route and discusses the
options with the group. The crew does whatever it can to run the program
according to plan and to offer you a fascinating, varied and active week, in
which nature and culture play a major part. It is however possible that
departure times and the time spent on the water – and even the order of the
program itself – will have to be adjusted. So, enjoy the ride and let
yourself be led by the elements!During your day on land you will be
accompanied by a skilled and professional, multi-lingual tour leader. He or
she can also make repairs to your bike if necessary.Each evening, the tour
leader will discuss your cycling options for the following day. During the
days when alternate cycling routes are available with different distances,
the tour leader will discuss your options and the group will decide on which
route to take together (please note if the shorter route is chosen, not all
mentioned highlights will be visited).Self-guided cycling is also an option
if you prefer to explore on your own. Maps are included in each cabin, as
well as GPS tracks (a link to these can be found in this boarding information
provided to you by the ship’s crew).Alternatively, if you don’t feel like
cycling, you are welcome to relax and stay on board while the ship is sailing
or disembark with the group and discover that day’s location on foot. If
you do stay on board during the day, please note that lunch will not be
served so it’s best to make a packed lunch during the breakfast buffet.
Leafde fan FryslânThe Holland Bike and Sail - Tulip Tour is offered on the sailing ship Leafde
fan Fryslân, an imposing, three-mast barquentine. This ship has a
traditional nautical atmosphere without being old-fashioned and the interior
can best be described as refined. Description of the cabinsOn the lower
deck, the Leafde fan Fryslân has twelve well-appointed twin cabins (10 m²
– 107 sq.ft.), with two single beds, which can be set together in most
cabins and 1 single cabin (8 m² – 86 sq.ft.). Some of the twin cabins can
be booked as a three-bed cabin (the third bed as bunk). Each cabin has an
en-suite bathroom with shower, toilet and basin. All cabins have ventilation
and heating, portholes and a hatch that can be opened. Furthermore, in each
cabin you will find a hairdryer and a mini safe.Description of the shipOn the
lower deck you will find the restaurant in nautical style, where the
carefully prepared sumptuous meals are served. In the wheelhouse on the upper
deck, the Leafde fan Fryslân offers a cosy lounge which is equipped with
large panoramic windows, a well-appointed seating area, TV and a
well-equipped bar. Wi-Fi is available. The best views over the water are
available in the lounge and on the deck, where you can also have a seat when
the weather is nice.Facts about the shipLength: 48 m (158 ft.)Width: 7.2 m
(24 ft.)Sail surface: 760 m² – 2494 sq.ft.Crew: 4Cabins: 13Passengers: 25
Our on-staff chefs are here to create delicious meals for hungry cyclists.
Each morning an extensive breakfast buffet is served, and you can make a
packed lunch during breakfast to take with you for your day on land.
Alternatively, you can choose to have lunch at a local restaurant instead.
Each evening you will return to the ship to enjoy a three-course dinner on
board.After your daily bike trip, coffee and tea will be waiting for you on
board. Other drinks, such as wine, beer and soft drinks are available on
board at a charge. The Leafde fan Fryslân has a well-equipped (sometimes
self-service) bar.Any charges accrued for drinks not included in your trip
cost will be settled at the end of your tour (paid for in cash). If you’d
like to bring wine on board, a corkage fee will be charged.If you have
special dietary requirements (vegetarian meals, lactose or gluten-free diet),
please indicate this when making your reservation. Vegetarian meals are
always available, in all other cases we will check the possibilities for your
specific departure. In some cases, additional cost will be charged (this
mainly applies to lactose or gluten-free meals).Due to the size of the
kitchen on board the Leafde fan Fryslân, we are unable to offer vegan meals
as we cannot guarantee that the food can be prepared to vegan standards.
Travelling land only: 8 days starting and ending in AmsterdamYour trip
starts at the Passenger Terminal Amsterdam on Day 1 of the itinerary. Details
of how to reach the start point are provided in the Final Joining
Instructions ‐ sent approximately two weeks before departure. You will be
welcomed on board between 1-2pm, with the ship setting sail for Volendam at
2:30pm.On the final day of your trip, disembarkation is at 9:30 am.Train from
LondonWe can book your train travel to this trip. You can travel directly
from London St Pancras to Amsterdam in just a few hours. Read more about
travelling by train with Exodus here, or call our Sales Consultants for more
information.
We recommend packing the following items:Normal daily clothesCycling helmet
(compulsory on this trip)Rain gear and sunglasses - be prepared for all
weather typesA windbreaker or soft shell- useful for cool mornings and chilly
daysPadded cycling shorts will add considerably to your comfortCycling
glovesSunscreenShoes suitable for walking and bikingWater bottle
If you want to wash your clothes, you can find different places on land to do
laundry. On board, it is not possible to use the washing machine. You can do
a hand wash in the bathroom of your cabin, to freshen up a few items.
Local Bike DetailsThe bicycles are Gazelle Esprit C7 bicycles with 7-speed
hub gear and hand brakes. All bicycles have a comfortable Selle Royal
saddle (height adjustable), a lock on the frame and a pannier bag.
Travel insuranceSingle accommodation (available on request)Visas &
vaccinationsBike helmet (compulsory for this trip - please bring your own or
enquire about rental)
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