What Are the Dates of Your Holland Bike Trips?

Most of our Dutch bike tours can be run on any day of the week from April to October. Some trips have set dates and you can see these on our website.

How fit do I need to be?

Simply, not at all. Cycling in Holland is a way of life and everything is catered to you enjoying your cycling in the Netherlands. It's pan flat and the perfect destination for families with young children or newcomers to cycling.

Are your cycling tours in Holland guided?

All of our cycling holidays in Holland are self-guided, giving you the freedom to explore at your leisure. Armed with our detailed route packs, you can effortlessly navigate the stunning landscapes, pausing whenever and wherever you desire. We will take care of logistics like luggage transfers if you're moving from base to base. It's the perfect blend of independence and support, making for an unforgettable adventure.

When is the best time to go cycling in Holland?

For most areas, Holland enjoys good weather ideal for cycling adventures, from April to October. The peak summer months of July & August can be busy in towns and hot, but you can still enjoy some brilliant riding at that time and if you avoid the midday sun. Our favourite time is April to early July and September to October.

Where is good to cycle in Holland?

Everywhere! We love the famous old towns of Amsterdam and Gouda but for more off the beaten track riding, head into the green heart of Holland or ride the northern polders and lakes.

Experience the best of Dutch culture

Holland Cultural Cycling Holiday

Cycling through Holland offers a captivating blend of cultural experiences, from exploring historic towns and iconic windmills to discovering world-class museums and vibrant local traditions. #Lovevelo #LoveCycling #Ridefurther

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£725

Where

Amsterdam, Holland

Dates & Duration

April to September

Start

Amsterdam

Finish

Amsterdam

Cycling Tour in Holland

What to Expect on This Trip

Cycling through Holland offers a captivating blend of cultural experiences that will leave you enchanted at every turn. Pedal your way through historic towns where cobblestone streets and centuries-old architecture tell tales of the past. Iconic windmills dot the landscape, offering perfect photo opportunities and a glimpse into the Netherlands' rich agricultural heritage. As you ride, you'll discover world-class museums housing masterpieces by Dutch painters like Van Gogh and Rembrandt, each stop a treasure trove of artistic brilliance. Along the way, immerse yourself in vibrant local traditions, from bustling markets brimming with fresh produce and artisanal cheeses to charming cafes where you can savour Dutch delicacies. This journey seamlessly weaves together the best of Holland's culture, making each kilometre a discovery of history, art, and local flavour.

This is a trip that finishes where it started

Accommodation

Your accommodation will be in great hotels, expertly picked for their locations and surroundings.

Great Bikes

We have a variety of bikes for you to explore Holland including flat bar hybrid bikes, e-bikes and children's bikes.

Luggage Transfers

We will provide you with luggage transfers to take your belongings from hotel to hotel.

Digital Route Pack

As part of your cycling adventure, we will provide you with our curated set of digital routes. Just download to a GPS device or navigate from your phone. We will also provide hard copy maps if you'd like to use those.

Arrive & Depart At Any Time

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival into Amsterdam
We recommend getting to Amsterdam early (or even a couple of nights before) to discover this wonderful city. Enjoy the famous squares of Dam or Rembrandtplein or spend some time on a canal boat and explore the city by water.
Day 2 - Amsterdam to Haarlem
30km total distance
Spend the morning exploring the city or visiting the Van Gogh or Anne Frank museum before starting your ride through Kennermerland. Your ride today takes you across vast polders, through woods and country estates before arrival in Haarlem. If you travel in April or early May, you can extend your ride to 60km to visit the famous surrounding tulip fields.
Day 3 - Haarlem to Leiden
40km total distance
We recommend exploring Haarlem in the morning. The city is famous for its hofje, tiny houses facing a quiet, idyllic courtyard and these are well worth visiting.

In the afternoon, enjoy a colourful trip through the Dune and Bulb region. Like the day before, if you arrive in April or early May, you will be rewarded with vibrant colours as the bulb fields bloom in all their splendour. Tulips, daffodils and hyacinths all grow across this landscape.

Your day finishes in Leiden where you can explore this wonderful old university town's cafes, monuments, windmills and museums.
Day 4 - Leiden to Delft
25km total distance
Today offers a ride through typically Dutch scenery. You will cross yet more polders, pass by old windmills and farmhouses as you pedal towards Delft.

Delft is most famous for the blue and white hand painted pottery called Delftware. Visit small authentic shops still creating these pieces and enjoy a pancake in one of its many cafes.
Day 5 - Delft to Gouda
50km total distance
Day 6 - Gouda to Amsterdam
78km total distance
Then its time to get back on your bike for the longest leg of your bike tour. Your day will be spent riding down the Amstel river and through the Green Heart. Stop for some apple tart en route and explore the beauty of this region.
Day 7 - Departure
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel before departing for your homeward travel.

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What Our Cyclists Say

Wonderful tour of Holland beginning at Amsterdam - Haarlem, Leiden, Delft, Gouda and back to A. Six great days of using the many cycle paths through countryside and town, meeting helpful people (who all seemed to speak English) and seeing a variety of wild life and fields of flowers. Smooth transition from hotel to hotel: no problem with logistics. The canals were amazing. There were two couples, one of whom had an electrically assisted bike and we all enjoyed ourselves immensely. Highly recommended.

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Garry

Our cycling holiday to Holland was organised superbly by Love Velo: the hotels were good: good food, nice & clean, nice rooms, excellent staff; the bikes were very good - easy to operate, looked quite new; the selected routes were really good - just far enough each day especially with kids. Undoubtedly the highlight was a day at Keukenhof Gardens which were absolutely stunning. Overall a wonderful trip and the weather was even kind to us.

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Ian

Just recently got back from a fantastic cycle trip around Holland and wanted to say a big thank you to Macauley and Love Velo. Everything was perfect and went like clockwork. The bikes, route maps and information packs were all first class and made navigating from place to place extremely easy. All the hotels were great and in great locations and hotel staff extremely friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend this trip to others,

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Peter

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