Netherlands' north | Bike & boat trip

Name: Netherlands' north
Brand: Pedalo
Price: 799.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

The itinerary
at a glance

For your 8-day round trip in the Enkhuizen area

Check-in on board in the afternoon. Perhaps you take a first short walk through the pretty harbour town with its charming old town.

Begin your day by discovering the pretty harbour town on the banks of the Ijsselmeer. The rich history of the city can still be felt during a walk through the old town with its numerous villas, canals, churches, city walls and ports. Tip: You should visit the Zuiderzeemuseum. You then set off on your first cycle tour to Hoorn. Look forward to the historic old town with its many buildings from the 17th century (e.g. the harbour tower as well as the storage houses at the old quai).

In the morning you are shipping across the IJsselmeer to Lemmer in the province of Friesland. Lemmer is known for its historic old town and pretty gabled houses.Start your round trip by bike via Oosterzee Buren to the Tjeukemeer and via Munnekeburen, Scherpenzeel and Schoterzijl back to Lemmer. The longer tour also takes you around the Rottige Meenthe and Brandemeer nature reserve. Tip: Visit the largest steam pumping station in the world, "Woudagemaal", which is still in operation

You are going by bike to Sondeler Leien Lake, from there through the woods of Rijsterbos passing the Mokkebank (a birds’reservation) to the Roode Klif at Stavoren. From there you are shipping to Harlingen. The Frisian town is known for its magnificent warehouses and patrician homes, canals and bridges, for its tidal harbour Noorderhaven and for its many café terraces and stores.

Another varied cycle tour around Harlingen is waiting for you. Enjoy the sweeping views and the beautiful nature of the province of Friesland. At around 16:00, your ship departs and you cross over to the North Sea island of Texel.

You are going on a round trip by bike on the biggest North Sea Island of the Netherlands – Texel. There are numerous alternative routes. About 5:00 pm shipping to Den Oever.

Today you have the choice between a longer and a shorter cycle tour. From Den Oever, a small village with a historic fishing port and a still active fishing fleet, you can either cycle west to Julianadorp, continue south through the dunes to Callantsoog with one of the most beautiful beaches in the Netherlands and then east via Kolhorn, formerly a harbour on the Zuiderzee and now surrounded by meadows, to Medemblik or you can choose the shorter route, which takes you through the beautiful “Hollands Kroon” region on the former island of Wieringen with magnificent views to Medemblik, the oldest town in West Friesland. A beautiful city center and many cozy cafés wait for you

Checkout until 9:00 am and we are saying goodbye – have a safe journey.

Level

Beginners and dabblers

You feel right at home on flat terrain. You have nothing against a few little breaks, and sightseeing is a priority for you. These trips are also suitable for cyclists who are not super fit. In short, these tours are for all those who prefer relaxed cycling and easy enjoyment for body, mind and soul.

Topography

The topography of this cycle tour is consistently flat and without climbs.

Road conditions

You cycle on the well-developed network of cycle paths in Holland.

Route-finding & navigation

There is a daily route briefing on board. Afterwards, you will cycle at your own pace according to the maps provided.

Fancy a break from cycling?

If you want to take a break from cycling, you can stay on the boat and get to the next destination without any effort.

Services & Info
Trip details

Services included

7 x overnight stays on the MS Rigoletto
7 x hearty breakfast buffet
6 x packed lunch or lunch on board
6 x afternoon coffee/tea on board
7 x 3-course dinner
Welcome drink on arrival day
Daily cleaning of your cabin

Daily route briefing with on board tour leader
All port, bridge and sluice charges
Carefully designed routes
Detailed travel documents per cabin in English

Travel notes

This tour requires a minimum of 80 participants. If this number is not reached and the tour is cancelled, you will be notified no later than 21 days before the start of the tour.
If the tour is cancelled, you will receive a full refund. No further claims will be accepted.
Once the minimum number of participants has been reached, the tour is guaranteed to take place. You will receive confirmation of your booking as soon as a PEDALO representative has checked the available capacity.

Ferry trips: according to tariff

Ferry trips are not included in the cruise fare and must be paid on site.

Prices & Dates
at a glance

Arrival: Every Saturday from 12.04. to 04.10.2025

Prices per person in EUR

Frequently asked
questions

When should I book my bike & boat trip?

The combination of bike and boat is becoming more and more popular. The PEDALO catalogue is extensive and varied, but spaces and dates are limited.

If you’ve been thinking about booking one of our fantastic bike and boat trips, we recommend not delaying for too long, as certain dates are often booked up quickly on many of our trips. Welcome on board! But please make sure to book in good time.

What happens in the event of high or low water?

Changes to the sailing times and/or the route, which may occur in the event of high or low water or other unforeseeable weather conditions such as storms, etc. are not grounds for cancellation without cost.
The same applies to lock and/or bridge repairs that are ordered by the authorities but not announced in advance.
In these cases, we reserve the right (for your own safety) to change the route and/or to bridge some sections with other means of transport. In some cases, overnight stays may be necessary.

What info material will I receive for my bike tour?

Your travel documents usually include general travel information, a hotel list, a road book and/or detailed maps as well as a textual description of the route; you will also get luggage tags and possibly also vouchers and/or information material on the various sightseeing attractions. The exact contents of the information package depend on the booked trip and its included services.

The documents will be sent to you approx. two to three weeks before the start of your tour. Depending on the trip, you may receive them partly in digital form and partly by post – or you will receive the hotel list and general travel information in advance by e-mail, and the remaining documents along with the maps on site at your starting hotel.

Please note that the travel documents are issued exclusively for PEDALO guests and are therefore not available without a booking.

Should I take out travel insurance?

Travel insurance is not included in our prices. You can decide whether to get a quote elsewhere or simply book your travel insurance online at pedalo.com/en/service/travel-insurance. In any case, we recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance!

Please note that for last-minute bookings (less than 30 days before the start of the trip), insurance cover can only be taken out within 3 days of booking.

The itinerary at a glance