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Cycling in the Netherlands

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Cycling in the Netherlands

cycling in the Netherlands

Netherlands Cycling

9 night caravan and motorhome holiday

Experience the Netherlands by bicycle on this leisurely cycling tour. Enjoy cycling excursions to explore the diverse Ommen countryside, stopping at various points to admire the wonderful views, visit beautiful sculpture gardens, a local vineyard and a functioning windmill. A coach excursion will take you to the unique town of Giethoorn and the religious town of Staphorst. With a dedicated network of cycle routes and paths, this tour really is the best way to explore the region.

The tour will be based at Resort de Arendshorst (H02), a spacious campsite situated on the banks of the Vecht River and surrounded by forests and farmland. The area around the campsite is a 500 acre nature reserve and an area of outstanding natural beauty, making it a beautiful location for cycling, walking and fishing.

Tour departs 23 June 2025. Price just £1,399 for an outfit plus two people*

Tour highlights

  • Peaceful riverside campsite
  • Guided cycling excursions through the beautiful Ommen countryside
  • Coach excursion to Giethoorn, known as the Venice of the North
  • Visit a local vineyard
  • Interesting sculpture gardens
  • Dedicated network of clearly marked, easy to follow cycle routes for you to enjoy

What's included on your tour

On this 9 night holiday, you'll be able to explore the beauty of the Netherlands from the saddle of your bicycle. You can complete the tour with your own bicycle, or hire one from the campsite from €50 per person for days 2 – 8. Your tour also includes:

  • Nine nights at Resort de Arendshorst (H02)  
  • Excursions as detailed
  • Three lunches and one farewell meal
  • Tour Hosts to accompany the group
  • Map and guide of local cycle routes

Don’t forget to book your ferry travel and holiday insurance as this is not included in the tour price.

Day 1 – 4: Resort de Arendshorst

  • Arrive at Resort de Arendshorst with a welcome drink with your fellow tour members
  • Explore Arendshorst with a guided cycling excursion around the local area
  • Take the morning to explore Staphorst, one of the most religious towns in the Netherlands
  • Visit Giethoorn on a guided boat trip

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Day 1 – Arrive at Resort de Arendshorst

Enjoy an afternoon at your leisure before meeting your fellow members and tour hosts for a welcome meeting and drink.

Day 2 – Explore the surroundings of Resort de Arendshorst

This picturesque cycling excursion will take you along and over the River Vecht, where you will be able to enjoy the spectacular countryside as you pass by windmills, castles and stork nests! In the afternoon visit a local strawberry farm for lunch and a guided tour.

Distance approximately 19 mls / 31 km.

Day 3 – Trip to Staphorst and Giethoorn

This full day coach excursion will take you to Staphorst, one of the most religious towns in the Netherlands, famous for people wearing traditional dress. Afterwards you will visit Giethoorn, a charming, little village with no roads. Enjoy a guided boat trip and time to look around at your leisure.

Day 4 – Free time at your leisure

Day 5 – 10: Cycle Vineyard de Tappenberg, Dalfsen and Witharen

  • Cycle to Vineyard de Tappenberg for lunch and sample the wine
  • Take a gentle cycle ride to Dalfsen for windmills and local produce
  • Explore the pretty gardens of Witharen which features artwork from local sculpture artists
  • Enjoy a farewell meal before you leave the tour

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Day 5 – Visit Vineyard De Tappenberg

Enjoy this cycling excursion to a vineyard, where you will have a tour of the vineyard, a wonderful lunch and the opportunity to sample the wine that is produced here.

Distance approximately 22 mls / 35 km.

Day 6 – Cycling excursion to Dalfsen

Dalfsen is a small, picturesque town with several little shops, a gentle 40-minute cycle from the campsite. Visit a functioning windmill and enjoy the opportunity to purchase some local produce.

Distance approximately 22 mls / 35 km.

Day 7 – Free time at your leisure

Day 8 – Cycling trip to the sculpture gardens at Witharen

It’s back on your bike today with an excursion to visit the pretty gardens of Witharen. Set on a farmyard, these gardens are home to sculpture artists and, during the summer, the artists exhibit their artwork in the gardens. Explore the gardens at your leisure before enjoying a delicious lunch.

Distance approximately 17 mls / 27 km.

Day 9 – Free time at your leisure

Enjoy your final day at your leisure, and in the evening join the group at the campsite restaurant for a farewell meal.

Day 10 – Depart the campsite by 11am

Set yourself up for your journey home with a farewell coffee and a slice of famous Dutch apple cake on the terrace before you depart the campsite.

Please note that this itinerary may be subject to change and minimum numbers may apply.

*Prices based on two people travelling together. Single and extra person pricing also available.

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