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Learn moreThe southern route is the perfect tour to discover the varied green in the central part of Holland with many small lakes and sights, but also the beautiful old towns in a particularly pleasant way. By bike and boat you will visit historical cities, picturesque villages and beautiful landscapes in the surprisingly varied "Green Heart" of Holland. Highlights include Amsterdam with its beautiful canals, the cathedral city of Utrecht, the port city of Rotterdam, Delft with the world-famous porcelain factory, the cheese city of Gouda, the windmills near Kinderdijk, the silver city of Schoonhoven and the Zaanse Schans open-air museum.
A fuel surcharge of up to 8% of the package tour price may be levied on this bike and boat tour. The final amount will be determined and communicated 20–30 days before departure. Payment is due directly upon boarding the ship. This policy is in accordance with §651f of the German Civil Code (BGB) and serves to adjust for current fuel costs from our service partners.
Embarkation and check-in between 14:00 p.m. and 16:30 p.m. in Amsterdam. Take the opportunity to explore the city center, go shopping, take a canal cruise or visit a museum. Welcome drink and safety instructions at 17:00 p.m. First dinner and tour briefing on board. First overnight stay in Amsterdam.
Overnight stay: Amsterdam
During breakfast, the MS De Amsterdam sails to Breukelen, where - after the bikes have been distributed - your first bike tour begins and you cycle along the magically meandering river Vecht, whose banks are lined with impressive castles, stately villas and special tea houses. The start of a bike tour can hardly be more beautiful. You follow the Vecht to the center of Utrecht, where you have the opportunity to explore the cathedral with its tall spire and the beautiful city center of this old city. In the afternoon you continue your tour by ship from Utrecht to your today's destination in Rotterdam.
Overnight stay in Rotterdam
Today you cycle through the 'Jenever city' Schiedam (Jenever is a traditional Dutch juniper schnapps) and through the Delfland region to Delft, which is famous for its "Delft Blue" porcelain. Visit the beautiful city center with its small canals, picturesque streets, bridges and avenues. For many guests, a visit to the Delft porcelain factory "Royal Delft" is one of the highlights of this tour. Later you return to Rotterdam, where a short city tour of the city of Rotterdam is offered in the evening.
Overnight stay in Rotterdam
Today you either cycle or take the “water bus” to Alblasserdam in about 40 minutes. From here you can reach Kinderdijk (a UNESCO World Heritage Site with 19 large windmills in a row) in just a few minutes by bike. Afterwards you can choose between a longer cycle tour with a visit to the beautiful cheese town of Gouda or a shorter tour through the Alblasserwaard polder. Both tours end in the “silver town” of Schoonhoven, where you can visit a silversmith.
* For some departures, an overnight stay in Schoonhoven on day 4 is not possible. The ship docks in the cheese town of Gouda instead. All cycling highlights remain on the program.
Accommodation location: Schoonhoven*
Today you cycle from Schoonhoven through the charming “Green Heart” along small villages and along quiet paths and country roads to Utrecht. On the way you can visit a traditional cheese farm and the Witches' Weighing House in Oudewater. In the late afternoon the ship will sail from Utrecht to Haarlem.
Overnight stay in Haarlem
Today you can choose between two cycling tours. Both tours lead through the magical Kennemer Dunes, a nature reserve with many birds, Scottish Highland cattle and Shetland ponies. After visiting the seaside resorts of Bloemendaal aan Zee and Zandvoort, you cycle through forests and the centre of Haarlem back to the ship. On the slightly longer tour, the route takes you past the world's largest steam engine near Cruquius (a pumping station for draining the adjacent Haarlemmermeer polder, which includes Schiphol Airport). During dinner, the ship sails to Zaandam.
*For departures between March 27th and May 3nd: From Haarlem it is possible to visit the famous tulip exhibition “Keukenhof” near Lisse (by bike or public transport; cost of the trip and entrance fee “Keukenhof” not included).
Overnight stay: Zaandam
On your last day of cycling, you'll ride from Zaandam to the Zaanse Schans open-air museum (free admission), an old, traditional village with quaint wooden houses, a cheese factory, a traditional clog maker, and various windmills. Then you'll cycle back to Amsterdam via the Twiske recreational area. Here you'll have the entire afternoon and evening to explore Amsterdam. If you didn't take a canal cruise on the first day, you can do so now.
Overnight stay: Amsterdam
end of your journey. Disembarkation after breakfast, until 9.30 am. Travel home on your own.
Coffee and tea on board after 16.00 p.m
Drinks
Rental price for bicycle or e-bike
Rental price helmets
Personal Insurance
Gratuities (at your discretion)
Entrance fees & excursions
Ferry and Waterbus fees
Transfers to/from the pier
Parking fees
Our services are communicated in German and English.
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| 2 bed cabin | Under deck | upper deck |
|---|---|---|
| 27.03.2027 - 16.04.2027 | 999,00 € | 1.249,00 € |
| 17.04.2027 - 23.04.2027 | 1.099,00 € | 1.399,00 € |
| 24.04.2027 - 14.05.2027 | 1.299,00 € | 1.599,00 € |
| 15.05.2027 - 09.07.2027 | 1.399,00 € | 1.699,00 € |
| 10.07.2027 - 20.08.2027 | 1.299,00 € | 1.599,00 € |
| 21.08.2027 - 10.09.2027 | 1.399,00 € | 1.699,00 € |
| 11.09.2027 - 17.09.2027 | 1.299,00 € | 1.599,00 € |
| 18.09.2027 - 24.09.2027 | 1.099,00 € | 1.399,00 € |
| 25.09.2027 - 01.10.2027 | 999,00 € | 1.249,00 € |
| 02.10.2027 - 16.10.2027 | 849,00 € | 1.099,00 € |
| 2-bed cabin for single use | Under deck | upper deck |
|---|---|---|
| 27.03.2027 - 16.04.2027 | 1.499,00 € | 1.874,00 € |
| 17.04.2027 - 23.04.2027 | 1.649,00 € | 2.099,00 € |
| 24.04.2027 - 14.05.2027 | 1.949,00 € | 2.399,00 € |
| 15.05.2027 - 09.07.2027 | 2.099,00 € | 2.549,00 € |
| 10.07.2027 - 20.08.2027 | 1.949,00 € | 2.399,00 € |
| 21.08.2027 - 10.09.2027 | 2.099,00 € | 2.549,00 € |
| 11.09.2027 - 17.09.2027 | 1.949,00 € | 2.399,00 € |
| 18.09.2027 - 24.09.2027 | 1.649,00 € | 2.099,00 € |
| 25.09.2027 - 01.10.2027 | 1.499,00 € | 1.874,00 € |
| 02.10.2027 - 16.10.2027 | 1.274,00 € | 1.649,00 € |
| 2 bed cabin suite | upper deck |
|---|---|
| 27.03.2027 - 16.04.2027 | 1.499,00 € |
| 17.04.2027 - 23.04.2027 | 1.699,00 € |
| 24.04.2027 - 14.05.2027 | 1.999,00 € |
| 15.05.2027 - 09.07.2027 | 2.099,00 € |
| 10.07.2027 - 20.08.2027 | 1.999,00 € |
| 21.08.2027 - 10.09.2027 | 2.099,00 € |
| 11.09.2027 - 17.09.2027 | 1.999,00 € |
| 18.09.2027 - 24.09.2027 | 1.699,00 € |
| 25.09.2027 - 01.10.2027 | 1.499,00 € |
| 02.10.2027 - 16.10.2027 | 1.299,00 € |
| 7-speed rental bike (freewheel) with pannier | |
|---|---|
| 01.01.2025 - 31.12.2026 | 91,00 € |
| 01.01.2027 - 31.12.2027 | 98,00 € |
| Electric bike (7-speed, freewheel) (limited number, on request, only by prior arrangement) | |
|---|---|
| 01.01.2027 - 31.12.2027 | 273,00 € |
| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 252,00 € |
| Limitation of Liability Rental E-Bike | |
|---|---|
| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2027 | 28,00 € |
| limitation of liability rental bike | |
|---|---|
| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2027 | 14,00 € |
| Amsterdam Canal Cruise (Please book and pay for your ticket in advance and collect it on board on the first day) | |
|---|---|
| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 19,00 € |
| 01.01.2027 - 31.12.2027 | 16,00 € |
| Helmets (per week; Important: reserve and pay when booking) | |
|---|---|
| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2027 | 10,00 € |
| bringing your own bike | |
|---|---|
| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2027 | 14,00 € |
| Bring your own e-bike | |
|---|---|
| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 28,00 € |
| 01.01.2027 - 31.12.2027 | 35,00 € |
2026 Saturdays: from March 28th to October 10th, 2026 / 2027 Saturdays: from March 27th to October 9th, 2027 (Dates according to calendar)
| Basic price in € per person * 2027 | Under deck | upper deck |
|---|---|---|
| 2 bed cabin | From €849 | From €1099 |
| 2-bed cabin for single use | From €1274 | From €1949 |
| 2 bed cabin suite | - | From €1499 |
5% early booking discount for tours in 2027, valid until 31.10.2026
Attention: This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Train: to/from Amsterdam Central Station, the pier is located 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!
2026: for €195 (8 days) you can park your vehicle (car) safely and with 2 hour security, 45 x transfer of your car is included (if booked in advance). Please note: If you have a bike rack mounted on your car and it is still attached to the car while you park, you will be charged an additional €205. You can select this option when making your reservation. If you decide to book this service on the day you start your trip, the price for valet parking is € (only possible if your trip starts and ends in Amsterdam). You will receive more information about pre-booking with your booking confirmation.
2027: For €200 (8 days), you can park your car securely under 24/7 surveillance. Two car transfers are included (with advance booking). Please note: If you have a bicycle rack mounted on your car and it remains attached during parking, an additional €45 will be charged. You can select this option during the booking process. If you choose to book this service on the day your trip begins, a surcharge of €35 will apply (only possible if your trip starts and ends in Amsterdam). You will receive further information about advance booking (on your own) with your booking confirmation.
General tip for traveling by car
A comprehensive overview of parking lots can be conveniently viewed on the external website www.parkopedia.de.
DeAmsterdam
About the ship
De Amsterdam is a medium-sized river cruise ship that is modern and very generously equipped. It was built in 1991 and renovated in 2017. So far, the ship has carried out four-star river cruises, primarily on German waters. In 2018, De Amsterdam was used for the first time on the South Holland Tour! The ship sails under the German flag and Dutch management.
Description of the cabins
There are 30 two-bed cabins (11 m²) on the lower deck. On the upper deck there are 18 two-bed cabins (11 m²) and 8 very comfortable suites (15 m²). The two-bed cabins always have two separate single beds (200 x 80 cm), the suites have two single beds placed side by side as a double bed (200 x 160 cm). . Upon prior request, the beds in the suites can be set up as two single beds.
All 56 cabins on board the De Amsterdam have individually adjustable air conditioning, digital TV, bed/hanging cabinet, mini safe, hair dryer, 230V and 115V power connections and a bathroom with shower, toilet and sink. The twin cabins have a large partially opening window (140 x 90 cm).
The suites have the same basic equipment as the twin cabins, but are larger and also have a mini-bar and, as a highlight, a French balcony (floor-to-ceiling, glazed sliding doors) instead of the window.
Description of the ship
De Amsterdam's restaurant is located on the lower deck. In the cozy lounge on the upper deck you will find the bar, comfortable seating and a small dance floor. You can watch the landscape gliding by through the large panoramic windows. WiFi is available. On the partially covered sun deck, chairs and loungers invite you to linger. Here you can relax and enjoy the view while driving. The bicycles are stored on a separate part of the sun deck.
Facts of the ship
Currency on board: Euro; Credit cards: Visa, Eurocard, MasterCard (only with PIN/identification number). No cash payment.
deck plan
2 bed cabin upper deck
Suite upper deck
Bar
Piano in the lounge
Lounge
Restaurant
front desk
Bathroom
Sundeck
Dance floor in the lounge
Stairs to the lower deck
The routes are almost always flat, you cycle almost exclusively on cycle paths along the canals and rarely on side roads with little traffic. It may have to be expected with more or less wind.
Bringing your own bike/e-bike:
You can bring your own bicycle or e-bike, provided it has no mirrors or other protruding parts. A limited number of spaces are available on board for bicycles. You can reserve one of these spaces for a small additional fee. Bringing your own bicycle is at your own risk. The organizer is not liable for damage, loss, or theft of bicycles brought on board.
For safety reasons, it is not possible to charge e-bike batteries in the cabin. The crew will inform you where you can charge your bicycle battery on board.
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.
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.
The travel program and itinerary are subject to possible changes for nautical, technical or meteorological reasons or due to other unforeseen events.
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.
