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Rhine Bike & River Cruise: Basel to Amsterdam

Four countries and two modes of travel are entwined in one discovery-packed vacation. You’ll cruise through the heart of Europe, touching the shores of France, Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands, viewing terraced vineyards, quaint riverside towns, and lofty castles, then disembark to bicycle for an up close and personal view. Listen to the echoes of history—and perhaps the call of the Lorelei—as you follow the meandering Rhine River. Delve into the wine culture of Alsace, taste the region’s exquisite cheeses, explore medieval cities on guided tours, and admire the view from aboard your comfortable ship. All-inclusive pricing ensures the best value you can find in a Rhine cycle river cruise!

Tour Highlights

  • Enjoy the best of both worlds: an all-inclusive river cruise and a VBT bicycling vacation.
  • Touch the shores of four countries—Switzerland, France, Germany, and The Netherlands—but only unpack your bags once.
  • Delve into the wine culture of Alsace as you cycle France’s famous Route des Vins.
  • Explore the historic cities of Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Koblenz, and Cologne with local guides.
  • Cruise the charming canals of Amsterdam.

What to Expect

On Shore: This tour offers easy, rolling terrain along rivers, with a few climbs to reach riverside towns. Riding is primarily on paved or packed gravel bike paths, with some road riding, through both urban and rural areas. Our VBT support vehicle is available every day at designated points for those who need assistance.

Onboard Ship: Our group of up to 24 VBT guests will be part of a larger assembly on board our 182-passenger river cruise ship. Every day will include your choice of exclusive VBT activities and opportunities to join others. Our boat may be docked adjacent to other ships which might lead to some views being obstructed while in port.

  • Daily Mileage: 9 - 42 miles|
  • Biking: 1 - 5 hours|
  • Group Size: 24
Activity Easy Easy
Cycling
Bar Graph Beginner - Experienced
Cyclists
Vehicle Support Vehicle
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Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):

Apr58º/42º

May67º/51º

Jun72º/57º

Jul77º/60º

Aug76º/59º

Sep69º/53º

Oct58º/46º

Average
Precipitation:

Apr1.5 in

May2.9 in

Jun2.6 in

Jul2.4 in

Aug2.0 in

Sep1.8 in

Oct1.5 in

Air Package

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Airport car service for arrival and departure Check
One night in Zurich and one night in Den Haag in conveniently located hotels with daily breakfast Check
7 nights aboard a deluxe river ship Check Check
21 meals: 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners Check Check

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Biking Packages Include:

Custom VBT Bike and Helmet

Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders

Support Vehicle

Luggage Transportation

Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes

Welcome Reception

Facilitated Cultural Experiences

Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure

Itinerary

Thu, May 11 to Sun, May 21 - 2023

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Your vacation is about to begin! Spend your first night aloft and arrive ready for an unforgettable trip.

Start off your first day in Zurich right by having a VBT representative greet you at the airport. A complimentary car service will whisk you to your hotel. From your centrally located hotel, you are perfectly positioned to explore this charming city at your leisure.

After an included breakfast, meet your VBT representative in the hotel lobby at 11:15 a.m. to travel to Basel, Switzerland (approximately 1.5 hours). Arrive at the dock in Basel at approximately 1:00 p.m. and board your Emerald Cruises ship.

Your cabin may not be ready for you until 3:00 p.m., but you are welcome to enjoy lunch on board between 12:30 and 3:30 p.m., and to relax in the ship’s common areas, stretch your legs, or explore Basel.

At 2:30 p.m., meet your trip leaders and fellow travelers on board for introductions and a safety and bike-fitting session, followed by a warm-up ride on local bike paths, providing your first glimpse of life along the Rhine. Later, enjoy dinner on board as the ship sets sail for Breisach this evening.

Today’s Ride Choices

Afternoon Basel warm-up ride — 9 km (6 miles)

What to Expect:

The out and back ride from our ship is on paved bike paths along the Rhine riverbank in Basel and will provide you with the opportunity to get acquainted with your bicycle, the route notes, and Ride with GPS, and to mingle with some of the locals.

Cumulative Distance Range: 9 km (6 miles)

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake up in Breisach and start your day with a relaxing breakfast on board.  Then, disembark to start your ride, departing and returning directly from the ship’s dock.  Today’s ride features the Kaiserstuhl-Radweg, a loop through the vineyard terraces of the sunniest corner of Germany. Riding on well-developed cycling paths and agricultural roads, you’ll pass through riverside forests, orchards, and vineyards.  Stop at one of the villages to sample the local wine and meet some of VBT’s local friends. The Kaiserstuhl sits between Germany’s Black Forest and the Vosges in France, and it may be possible to catch glimpses of both during your ride.

Rejoin the ship in Breisach for a late lunch on board. In the afternoon there is time to explore this charming town and learn about its medieval past. The Museum of City History, housed in an ornate Baroque building, is a great first stop, as it traces the city’s history back to a few thousand years BCE.

There will be time to relax on board before the Captain’s Welcome Cocktail and Gala. Tonight, the boat will set sail for Kehl.

Today’s Ride Choices

Morning Breisach to Endingen — 30 km (19 miles)

Afternoon Endingen to Breisach — 23 km (14 miles)

What to Expect:

Today’s ride options are on the Kaiserstuhl Cycle Route, which is a combination of dedicated bike paths and quiet roads. There are no significant elevation gains. The short option ends with a winery visit, followed by a shuttle back to Breisach to meet the ship. The longer option is a ship-to-ship ride.

Cumulative Distance Range: 30 – 53 km (19 – 33 miles)

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

You’ll arrive in Kehl in time for breakfast after which you’ll cross the river and say “bonjour” to Strasbourg. Here you’ll enjoy a guided walking tour of the city, including La Petit France, the city’s historic center.
In the late morning, you start pedaling from Strasbourg into wine country. The most famous wine route in France, La Route des Vins, is a series of roadways and bike paths connecting one charming village to another. As you ride through these fertile valleys, you’ll stop to enjoy a picnic of local specialties prepared by your trip leaders. The early part of your ride is alongside the picturesque Canal de la Bruche. The canal’s towpath has been converted into a bike path, which forms part of the 2,400-mile (3,862-km) EuroVelo 5 route. You are deep in wine country and you’ll have an opportunity to taste the local vintage and be tutored on Pinot Gris, Rieslings, and Gewürztraminers. Your ride finishes in charming Obernai, where you’ll have free time to enjoy the town’s cafés, wine houses, and shops. A short shuttle returns you to your ship, which is waiting across the river in Kehl.
There will be time to relax before dinner and the evening activities on board. The ship sails for Mannheim just as your small group is sitting down to dinner.

Today’s Ride Choices

Morning Strasbourg to Obernai — 34 km (21 miles)

Afternoon Obernai to Strasbourg — 30 km (19 miles)

What to Expect:

Ride on bike paths, dedicated bike lanes, and country roads on your choice of routes though the charming wine villages lined with flower boxes south of Strasbourg. The short option includes a shuttle from Obernai back to the ship. The long option includes a shuttle from the center of Strasbourg back to the ship.

Cumulative Distance Range: 34 – 64 km (21 – 40 miles)

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

You’ll awaken on board your ship in Mannheim. After breakfast, you’ll take a 45-minute shuttle to Heidelberg. The town is famous for its university and its castle, perched on a hill overlooking the town and the Neckar River. A local guide will provide information on the town’s highlights and you’ll view the castle from its courtyard.
Your bike will be waiting for you in Heidelberg. Grab a snack from your trip leaders, and then you’re off on a scenic ride back to the ship in Mannheim, partly paralleling the Neckar River. Enjoy a late lunch on board as your ship sets course for Rüdesheim.

Today’s Ride Choices

Afternoon Heidelberg to Mannheim — 28 km (18 miles)

What to Expect:

Today’s ride options are on a mix of bike paths and town roads featuring slow-moving traffic. There are no significant elevation gains today.

Cumulative Distance Range: 28 km (18 miles)

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Your ship leaves its mooring this morning, just as breakfast is being served as you head toward Koblenz which is at the confluence of the Rhine and Mosel rivers. You’ll want to make sure you’re on deck for the Rhine Gorge which is one of the highlights of the river. This dramatic stretch of water passes the famed Lorelei – maybe you’ll hear her call – and you will see castle after castle, interspersed with southern-facing vineyards.
Arrive in Koblenz in the late morning and join a guided walking tour of this ancient city. For an entirely different view of the river, you can ride the cable car up to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress.
After lunch on board the boat you’ll join your fellow VBT guests taking your bike for a spin on the Mosel Cycle Route along the river and below the steep valley walls, towards Müden. Most of your riding will be on a dedicated car-free bike path and will include a view of the impressive Deutsches Eck (German Corner), rebuilt in 1993 to mark the headland where the Mosel and Rhine meet. Your final destination is the town of Müden (Mosel), nestled along the Mosel River. Here, you’ll visit a family-owned winery and taste some of the well-known wines of the region, before taking a 30-minute shuttle back to the ship.
For those seeking a break from the saddle, join an optional excursion (at additional cost) to Cochem. This trip includes transportation from Koblenz to Cochem and back, a walking tour of Cochem, and a guided visit to Reichsburg Castle. Booking details will be provided with your final documents.
Your ship remains in town until after midnight, allowing for an after-dinner stroll along the wide, tree-lined promenade.

Today’s Ride Choices

Afternoon Koblenz to Müden (Mosel) — 37 km (23 miles)

What to Expect:

Today features a relaxing and easy ride on the car-free Mosel Cycle Route, with some stretches on roadways leaving Koblenz.

Cumulative Distance Range: 37 km (23 miles)

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Cologne in the morning and watch the city’s famous spires from the boat as you’re sitting down for breakfast. Disembark for a guided walk through this 2,000-year-old city, well-known for its High Gothic architecture. This is the largest city on the Rhine, and Germany’s fourth-most-populous.

After your walk, mount your bike for an urban adventure, exploring both the popular and little-known sites of this appealing metropolis. Return to the ship in the early afternoon for lunch and then it’s time to say goodbye to Cologne as the ship sets off on the final and longest leg of the trip, to Amsterdam. This is a good time to catch up on your reading, record the week’s events in your travel journal, or just relax as the ship heads to Amsterdam. Tonight you’ll be treated to a cocktail reception and gala dinner.

Today’s Ride Choices

Morning Cologne City Loop — 20 km (13 miles)

What to Expect:

Today’s ride features a combination of bike paths and town streets, through parks, and along the waterfront.

Cumulative Distance Range: 20 km (13 miles)

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, see Amsterdam as earlier residents would have viewed it, through a guided boat excursion along the canals.
Midday, set off on the city’s excellent bike path network, heading north to the small fishing village of Monnickendam. As you pedal out of the city, you’ll get a glimpse of everyday life in the countryside, as well as some of the Netherlands’ iconic views. Your route is via Broek in Waterland, a particularly charming village that seemingly cries out for you to stop and take pictures. We’ve found an idyllic location to enjoy lunch, prepared with local specialties. Your Dutch meal is followed by probably the most typical Dutch discovery: a clog making demonstration. You’ll get a different perspective of this beautiful countryside during your leisurely return route to the ship.

Back on board, enjoy a full roster of entertainment and dining to celebrate your week on the Rhine with your fellow travelers.

Today’s Ride Choices

Morning Ship to Monnickendam — 26 km (16 miles)

Afternoon Monnickendam to Ship — 18 km (12 miles)

What to Expect:

Today’s routes offer flat, easy cycling on well-maintained bike paths. The short option involves a shuttle back to the ship from Monnickendam.

Cumulative Distance Range: 26 – 44 km (16 – 28 miles)

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After an included breakfast, say goodbye to your ship crew and trip leaders. At 9:00 a.m. hop aboard our private coach, along with your fellow travelers and a local tour guide, for the journey to your hotel in Den Haag (approximately 60 minutes). After check in, enjoy a short guided walking tour and some free time for independent exploration. Please note that your room may not be ready upon your arrival, in which case the hotel will store your luggage. Enjoy dinner on your own tonight in one of the city’s many fine restaurants. VBT provides you with city information that includes recommendations about what to see and do in Den Haag.
Note: Should you wish to spend time seeing more of Amsterdam, your luggage may be sent to the hotel in Den Haag with the group transportation, and you will then be responsible to travel to Den Haag at your leisure by train.

Included Meals: Breakfast

After an included breakfast this morning, complimentary transportation to the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport will be provided (an approximately 30 to 40-minute drive, depending on traffic) for your departing flight.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Rhine Bike & River Cruise: Basel to Amsterdam 4

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Sat, May 13 to Sat, May 20 - 2023

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You are responsible for making your own way to Basel, Switzerland, to meet your trip leaders and fellow travelers. Please note that you cannot embark before 12:30 p.m. as the ship is being prepared for you.

Your cabin may not be ready for you until 3:00 p.m., but you are welcome to enjoy lunch on board between 12:30 and 3:30 p.m., and to relax in the ship’s common areas, stretch your legs, or explore Basel.

At 2:30 p.m., meet your trip leaders and fellow travelers on board for introductions and a safety and bike-fitting session, followed by a warm-up ride on local bike paths, providing your first glimpse of life along the Rhine. Later, enjoy dinner on board as the ship sets sail for Breisach this evening.

Today’s Ride Choices

Afternoon Basel warm-up ride — 9 km (6 miles)

What to Expect:

The out and back ride from our ship is on paved bike paths along the Rhine riverbank in Basel and will provide you with the opportunity to get acquainted with your bicycle, the route notes, and Ride with GPS, and to mingle with some of the locals.

Cumulative Distance Range: 9 km (6 miles)

Included Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Wake up in Breisach and start your day with a relaxing breakfast on board.  Then, disembark to start your ride, departing and returning directly from the ship’s dock.  Today’s ride features the Kaiserstuhl-Radweg, a loop through the vineyard terraces of the sunniest corner of Germany. Riding on well-developed cycling paths and agricultural roads, you’ll pass through riverside forests, orchards, and vineyards.  Stop at one of the villages to sample the local wine and meet some of VBT’s local friends. The Kaiserstuhl sits between Germany’s Black Forest and the Vosges in France, and it may be possible to catch glimpses of both during your ride.

Rejoin the ship in Breisach for a late lunch on board. In the afternoon there is time to explore this charming town and learn about its medieval past. The Museum of City History, housed in an ornate Baroque building, is a great first stop, as it traces the city’s history back to a few thousand years BCE.

There will be time to relax on board before the Captain’s Welcome Cocktail and Gala. Tonight, the boat will set sail for Kehl.

Today’s Ride Choices

Morning Breisach to Endingen — 30 km (19 miles)

Afternoon Endingen to Breisach — 23 km (14 miles)

What to Expect:

Today’s ride options are on the Kaiserstuhl Cycle Route, which is a combination of dedicated bike paths and quiet roads. There are no significant elevation gains. The short option ends with a winery visit, followed by a shuttle back to Breisach to meet the ship. The longer option is a ship-to-ship ride.

Cumulative Distance Range: 30 – 53 km (19 – 33 miles)

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

You’ll arrive in Kehl in time for breakfast after which you’ll cross the river and say “bonjour” to Strasbourg. Here you’ll enjoy a guided walking tour of the city, including La Petit France, the city’s historic center.
In the late morning, you start pedaling from Strasbourg into wine country. The most famous wine route in France, La Route des Vins, is a series of roadways and bike paths connecting one charming village to another. As you ride through these fertile valleys, you’ll stop to enjoy a picnic of local specialties prepared by your trip leaders. The early part of your ride is alongside the picturesque Canal de la Bruche. The canal’s towpath has been converted into a bike path, which forms part of the 2,400-mile (3,862-km) EuroVelo 5 route. You are deep in wine country and you’ll have an opportunity to taste the local vintage and be tutored on Pinot Gris, Rieslings, and Gewürztraminers. Your ride finishes in charming Obernai, where you’ll have free time to enjoy the town’s cafés, wine houses, and shops. A short shuttle returns you to your ship, which is waiting across the river in Kehl.
There will be time to relax before dinner and the evening activities on board. The ship sails for Mannheim just as your small group is sitting down to dinner.

Today’s Ride Choices

Morning Strasbourg to Obernai — 34 km (21 miles)

Afternoon Obernai to Strasbourg — 30 km (19 miles)

What to Expect:

Ride on bike paths, dedicated bike lanes, and country roads on your choice of routes though the charming wine villages lined with flower boxes south of Strasbourg. The short option includes a shuttle from Obernai back to the ship. The long option includes a shuttle from the center of Strasbourg back to the ship.

Cumulative Distance Range: 34 – 64 km (21 – 40 miles)

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

You’ll awaken on board your ship in Mannheim. After breakfast, you’ll take a 45-minute shuttle to Heidelberg. The town is famous for its university and its castle, perched on a hill overlooking the town and the Neckar River. A local guide will provide information on the town’s highlights and you’ll view the castle from its courtyard.
Your bike will be waiting for you in Heidelberg. Grab a snack from your trip leaders, and then you’re off on a scenic ride back to the ship in Mannheim, partly paralleling the Neckar River. Enjoy a late lunch on board as your ship sets course for Rüdesheim.

Today’s Ride Choices

Afternoon Heidelberg to Mannheim — 28 km (18 miles)

What to Expect:

Today’s ride options are on a mix of bike paths and town roads featuring slow-moving traffic. There are no significant elevation gains today.

Cumulative Distance Range: 28 km (18 miles)

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Your ship leaves its mooring this morning, just as breakfast is being served as you head toward Koblenz which is at the confluence of the Rhine and Mosel rivers. You’ll want to make sure you’re on deck for the Rhine Gorge which is one of the highlights of the river. This dramatic stretch of water passes the famed Lorelei – maybe you’ll hear her call – and you will see castle after castle, interspersed with southern-facing vineyards.
Arrive in Koblenz in the late morning and join a guided walking tour of this ancient city. For an entirely different view of the river, you can ride the cable car up to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress.
After lunch on board the boat you’ll join your fellow VBT guests taking your bike for a spin on the Mosel Cycle Route along the river and below the steep valley walls, towards Müden. Most of your riding will be on a dedicated car-free bike path and will include a view of the impressive Deutsches Eck (German Corner), rebuilt in 1993 to mark the headland where the Mosel and Rhine meet. Your final destination is the town of Müden (Mosel), nestled along the Mosel River. Here, you’ll visit a family-owned winery and taste some of the well-known wines of the region, before taking a 30-minute shuttle back to the ship.
For those seeking a break from the saddle, join an optional excursion (at additional cost) to Cochem. This trip includes transportation from Koblenz to Cochem and back, a walking tour of Cochem, and a guided visit to Reichsburg Castle. Booking details will be provided with your final documents.
Your ship remains in town until after midnight, allowing for an after-dinner stroll along the wide, tree-lined promenade.

Today’s Ride Choices

Afternoon Koblenz to Müden (Mosel) — 37 km (23 miles)

What to Expect:

Today features a relaxing and easy ride on the car-free Mosel Cycle Route, with some stretches on roadways leaving Koblenz.

Cumulative Distance Range: 37 km (23 miles)

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Cologne in the morning and watch the city’s famous spires from the boat as you’re sitting down for breakfast. Disembark for a guided walk through this 2,000-year-old city, well-known for its High Gothic architecture. This is the largest city on the Rhine, and Germany’s fourth-most-populous.

After your walk, mount your bike for an urban adventure, exploring both the popular and little-known sites of this appealing metropolis. Return to the ship in the early afternoon for lunch and then it’s time to say goodbye to Cologne as the ship sets off on the final and longest leg of the trip, to Amsterdam. This is a good time to catch up on your reading, record the week’s events in your travel journal, or just relax as the ship heads to Amsterdam. Tonight you’ll be treated to a cocktail reception and gala dinner.

Today’s Ride Choices

Morning Cologne City Loop — 20 km (13 miles)

What to Expect:

Today’s ride features a combination of bike paths and town streets, through parks, and along the waterfront.

Cumulative Distance Range: 20 km (13 miles)

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, see Amsterdam as earlier residents would have viewed it, through a guided boat excursion along the canals.
Midday, set off on the city’s excellent bike path network, heading north to the small fishing village of Monnickendam. As you pedal out of the city, you’ll get a glimpse of everyday life in the countryside, as well as some of the Netherlands’ iconic views. Your route is via Broek in Waterland, a particularly charming village that seemingly cries out for you to stop and take pictures. We’ve found an idyllic location to enjoy lunch, prepared with local specialties. Your Dutch meal is followed by probably the most typical Dutch discovery: a clog making demonstration. You’ll get a different perspective of this beautiful countryside during your leisurely return route to the ship.

Back on board, enjoy a full roster of entertainment and dining to celebrate your week on the Rhine with your fellow travelers.

Today’s Ride Choices

Morning Ship to Monnickendam — 26 km (16 miles)

Afternoon Monnickendam to Ship — 18 km (12 miles)

What to Expect:

Today’s routes offer flat, easy cycling on well-maintained bike paths. The short option involves a shuttle back to the ship from Monnickendam.

Cumulative Distance Range: 26 – 44 km (16 – 28 miles)

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Disembark your ship at 9:00 am to conclude your Rhine cycling river cruise.

After breakfast, say goodbye to your ship crew and trip leaders as your tour ends. It is important that you disembark ship no later than 9:00 a.m. Taxis will be available for transportation to the train station or airport.

Included Meals: Breakfast

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Your vacation is about to begin! Spend your first night aloft and arrive ready for an unforgettable trip.

Start off your first day in Zurich right by having a VBT representative greet you at the airport. A complimentary car service will whisk you to your hotel. From your centrally located hotel, you are perfectly positioned to explore this charming city at your leisure.

After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to explore on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.

Included Meals: Breakfast

After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to explore on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.

Included Meals: Breakfast

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After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to continue exploring on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.

Included Meals: Breakfast

After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to continue exploring on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.

Included Meals: Breakfast

After an included breakfast this morning, complimentary transportation to the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport will be provided (an approximately 30 to 40-minute drive, depending on traffic) for your departing flight.

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This was a lovely, leisurely bike trip. Being on a river boat afforded flexibility to join the Emerald excursions or even just spend an afternoon on the top deck reading. Of course one could also opt to do full day cycling on mostly flat, scenic routes. It's rare that all needs can be met on a bike trip but this one had most covered: great accommodations and food, diversity in program options, and as much cycling as you feel like doing. Did I mention that our guides were terrific as well?

Isabella,

Rhine Bike & River Cruise: Basel to Amsterdam

Although the Rhine itself is developed, we had rides that took us out in the country along bike paths and seldom used roads. The ride with GPS and the downloadable ride instructions were invaluable. It was the difference between worrying that you were on the right path or sitting back and enjoying the scenery. The two winery stops were great. I liked that the second as at the end of the ride where you could relax without fearing you had more biking to do. But... the first gave us a nice break in the middle of the ride. The two…

Rich Maggi, Athens, PA

Rhine Bike & River Cruise: Basel to Amsterdam

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Biking Friesland — Holland’s Most Unique Province

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The province of Friesland in northern Holland is unique for both its cultural and geographic characteristics. Bound by the Wadden and North Seas, Freisland consists of a large area of...

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