At 13:30 PM, the crew will welcome you on board and check you in. After the safety briefing, the ship will set course for the IJsselmeer. Our first destination is Hoorn.
In spring, the Netherlands is simply beautiful! On this eight-day trip, you'll explore the provinces of North and South Holland by bike and boat while the spring flowers are in full bloom. This is the time of year when tulip fields glow in countless colors, thousands of daffodils compete with the sun, and the hyacinth fields exude their wonderfully sweet fragrance. But this region has much more to offer. Be amazed by the enormous diversity of the landscapes and the historic cities of Amsterdam, Alkmaar, and Haarlem, and experience the beautiful surroundings up close on your relaxing bike tours.
fuel surcharge
A fuel surcharge of up to 8% of the package price may be levied on this bike and boat tour. The final amount will be determined and communicated 20–30 days before departure. Payment: This arrangement is made directly upon boarding the ship. It is governed by §651f of the German Civil Code (BGB) and serves to adjust for current fuel costs of our service partners.
West Friesland awaits you with spectacular colors! The region is considered the second largest tulip region in the Netherlands. We've planned two beautiful cycling routes through the colorful flower fields for you. Thanks to the semi-guided concept of this tour, you can cycle at your own pace and stop for photos as you please.
Your ship departs early in the morning. While you enjoy breakfast, your floating hotel will take you to the famous fishing village of Volendam, where your cycling tour begins. You'll cycle through the landscape of Waterland, north of Amsterdam. Hundreds of small canals and numerous bridges dominate the view as you cycle from one picturesque village to the next. The cycling tour ends at the Zaanse Schans open-air museum. Here, you can admire the typical wooden houses of the Zaan region and still-working windmills. You can also watch traditional craftsmen like the wood shoemaker, the miller, and the cheesemaker at work. Zaanse Schans is more than just an open-air museum. The romantic wooden houses are actually still inhabited today.
Today's bike tour takes you to the beautiful tulip fields north of Alkmaar, then to the seaside resort of Egmond aan Zee, beautifully situated in the dunes near the North Sea. The sandy beach is one of the most beautiful in the Netherlands and is perfect for a stroll, a dip in the sea, or simply enjoying the view. Nearby, you'll find the charming artists' village of Bergen, which you should definitely visit. Both locations are close to the North Holland Dune Reserve, a 5.300-hectare forest and dune area with unique landscapes. You'll return to the ship in Alkmaar for dinner.
In the morning, you'll cycle to Egmond-Binnen and then to Limmen. In this village, you'll visit the Hortus Bulborum, a unique museum garden dedicated to the preservation of rare and historic flower bulbs. Some of the more than 3.500 tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and other flowers planted here are almost extinct in the rest of the world. Your bike tour continues through colorful tulip fields and finally brings you back to
Zaandam. Your ship awaits you here, and you board for a leisurely afternoon cruise to Haarlem. It docks very close to the city center. This is the perfect opportunity to visit the exceptionally beautiful historic city center in the late afternoon or after dinner. The Grote Markt and St. Bavo's Church are absolutely stunning.
Today's cycling route takes you through the oldest tulip fields in all of Holland to the Keukenhof tulip park. This bulb-filled park is a single, overwhelming sea of color, made up of seven million blooming tulips and many other flowers. They are located in a magnificent 80-hectare site with traditional and modern garden architecture. In the afternoon, you cycle back to the ship in Haarlem.
Your final bike ride takes you back to Amsterdam, cycling through beautiful, green countryside before reaching the west of the city. Spend the afternoon exploring more of this amazing city. Visit the flower market on the canals in the center, stroll through Vondelpark, visit a museum, or take in the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam while relaxing at a sidewalk café. We're sure there's something interesting for everyone in this vibrant city. For those who'd like to end the day with a canal cruise, we offer tickets at a discounted price (book in advance).
After breakfast, disembarkation until 09:30 and individual journey home
- 7 nights in air-conditioned outside cabins in the booked deck & cabin category
- Program according to the course from / to Amsterdam
- Full board: 7 breakfasts and 6 packed lunches, 7 dinners (three-course menu); coffee and tea on board until 16:00 PM
- welcome drink
- Use of bed linen and towels
- daily cabin cleaning
- daily bike tour briefing
- On-board tour guide (does not cycle with the group)
- some short tours
- 1 x travel documents per cabin
- GPS tracks
- Use of a waterproof pannier bag
- Biodegradable water bottle
- WLAN available in the restaurant – data credit is not included.
- Music evening on board
Basic price in € per person
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| 2 bed cabin | Under deck | upper deck |
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| 28.03.2026 - 17.04.2026 | 899,00 € | 1.149,00 € |
| 18.04.2026 - 24.04.2026 | 1.069,00 € | 1.319,00 € |
| 25.04.2026 - 02.05.2026 | 1.229,00 € | 1.479,00 € |
| 2-bed cabin for single use | Under deck |
|---|---|
| 28.03.2026 - 17.04.2026 | 1.349,00 € |
| 18.04.2026 - 24.04.2026 | 1.604,00 € |
| 25.04.2026 - 02.05.2026 | 1.844,00 € |
| 2-berth cabin superior | Under deck |
|---|---|
| 28.03.2026 - 17.04.2026 | 1.049,00 € |
| 18.04.2026 - 24.04.2026 | 1.219,00 € |
| 25.04.2026 - 02.05.2026 | 1.379,00 € |
| 1 bed cabin | Under deck |
|---|---|
| 28.03.2026 - 17.04.2026 | 1.099,00 € |
| 18.04.2026 - 24.04.2026 | 1.299,00 € |
| 25.04.2026 - 02.05.2026 | 1.499,00 € |
Rental bikes
| 7-speed unisex rental bike with freewheel | |
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| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 91,00 € |
| Electric rental bike with freewheel (limited number) | |
|---|---|
| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 252,00 € |
Additional Services
| Limitation of liability for rental bikes | |
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| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 14,00 € |
| Limitation of liability for electric bikes | |
|---|---|
| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 28,00 € |
| Bring your own e-bike (limited number) | |
|---|---|
| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 28,00 € |
| Bring your own bike (limited number) | |
|---|---|
| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 14,00 € |
| Canal tour Amsterdam | |
|---|---|
| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 19,00 € |
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Reisecode
- HOL 16
Bike & Boat: Tulip Tour with the MS de Nassau
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Duration
- 8 days
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Overnight stays
- 7 nights
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Overnight stays
- about 241 - 272 km
Saturdays, March 28.03, April 04.04, April 18.04, and April 25.04.26,
Attention: This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Train: to/from Amsterdam Central Station (Central Station), the pier is near Central Station
Parking in Amsterdam
Parking in Amsterdam with Centralparking valet service.
valet parking service
A driver will be waiting for you in front of the ship to help you with your luggage. The local driver, who knows his way around vehicles, will then take your car to a parking lot with permanent camera surveillance. When you return, your car will be back in front of the ship: you can get in straight away and drive off!
For €195 (8 days), you can park your car securely and with 2-hour security. Two transfers of your car are included (with advance notice). Please note: If you have a bike rack mounted on your car and it remains attached while parked, you will be charged an additional €45. You can select this option when making your reservation. If you decide to book this service on the day of your trip, the price for valet parking is €205 (only available if your trip begins and ends in Amsterdam). Further information on pre-reservation (which is your own responsibility) will be provided with your booking confirmation.
General tip for traveling by car
You can easily find a large overview of parking spaces on the external website www.parkopedia.de . view
Equipment
• large salon with large panoramic windows with restaurant, bar & lounge
• Partly covered sun terrace with chairs and loungers
Staterooms
• Upper deck: 10 x cabins with 2 single beds (approx. 10 m²), 2 x cabins with double bed (approx. 10 m², 200 x 140 cm), in 4 cabins possibility of a third bunk bed
• all upper deck cabins with opening windows
• Lower deck: 14 x 2-bed cabins with 2 single beds in the middle & rear (approx. 10 m², 200 x 80 cm), 1 cabin with the option of a third bunk bed, 8 x Superior double cabins in the front with 2 single beds as a hotel bed (approx. 9,5 – 11,5 m², 200 x 160 cm)
• All cabins with shower / toilet / sink, hair dryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, mini safe & wardrobe
Dimensions: L: 72,00 m / W: 8,60 m
Passengers: maximum 67 guests
Crew: 12 people
Flag: Netherlands
Renovation: Summer 2018 Cabins, Salon / Restaurant renovated
Lounges & restaurants
deck plan
Superior cabin
bar area
Sundeck
Bringing your own bike/e-bike:
You can bring your own bicycle or e-bike, provided it doesn't have mirrors or other protruding elements. There are a limited number of bicycle parking spaces available on board. You can reserve one for a small surcharge. The organizer is not liable for damage or theft of bicycles brought along.
Good to know
On some days, you can choose between a longer and a shorter bike tour. Please note that the shorter bike tour may not include all of the highlights mentioned.
If you prefer not to cycle one day, you are welcome to stay on board and relax while the ship sails to the next dock.
On the day of arrival you can leave your luggage on board the ship from 11:00 a.m.
The distances for the recommended cycling tours are approximate.
The travel program and itinerary are subject to possible changes for nautical, technical or meteorological reasons or due to other unforeseen events.
Please remember that the ship is both your hotel and a machine that needs to be maintained and operated—both day and night. Operational noise is therefore unavoidable.
General information
Not included in the price: Cultural development tax, bed tax, arrival and departure, transfers, excursions, entrance and sightseeing fees, city maps, ferry fees, insurance, tips and personal expenses.
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Maps presented are for illustrative purposes only and do not reflect geographical reality.
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