Netherlands & Belgium Easygoing E-bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Netherlands & Belgium Easygoing E-bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: Apr-Sep

Dolce Tempo Journey from Amsterdam to Bruges

E-bike through these two bicycle-loving countries, where the bike paths are bustling and the roads are nearly an afterthought. You couldn’t design a better place to ride if you tried. From the backdrop of windmills and canals to the pancake-flat fields that are like riding into a Dutch School oil painting. End the day in a quaint village with a mouthwatering piece of chocolate or a draught of local beer, and you’ll understand why this is the land of wielersport.

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Highlights

  • Cycle on protected bike lanes through a landscape studded with ancient canals and windmills, and echoing with the ding-ding of cyclists’ bells
  • Experience the fascinating history of these two countries, from our historic lodgings in The Hague to the World War I legends of Flanders Field
  • Quintessential European luxury defines this itinerary, from opulent 19th-century hotels to pitch-roofed farmhouses and peaceful villages
  • Savor the local bounty of world-class beer, chocolate, cheese and waffles amid the same scenery that inspired the Dutch master painters
Netherlands and Belgium Easygoing Family E-bike Tour

Netherlands & Belgium

StartAmsterdam

EndBruges

Airports & Travel details*

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Itinerary

Day 1

Description

Get introduced to Holland’s bike paths on the way to Santpoort as you ride past scenic canals and through lush forest • Pause for lunch on the banks of Lake Twiske, a reserve for birdlife • Drink in vistas of windmills and horse pastures as we make our way to the hotel by e-bike • Relax with your family at our historic country retreat, the onetime summer residence of Dutch nobility.

Accommodations

Night 1

Landgoed Duin & Kruidberg
Santpoort
Premiere Hotel

A deluxe and historic country estate situated on the outskirts of Zuid-Kennemerland National Park with access to many beautiful nature trails.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 2-3

Description

Enjoy the picturesque coastline and quaint towns of the Netherlands • In the spring months of April and early May, be amazed by Keukenhof, the world’s largest flower garden • Visit Kinderdijk’s World Heritage site, an incredible example of Medieval hydraulic engineering • Cruise along peaceful bike paths en route to Gouda, birthplace of the eponymous cheese • Treat yourself to a traditional pannenkoek (pancake) or a slice of appeltaart topped with whipped cream • Continue riding on gentle bike paths or spend an afternoon appreciating the works of masters like Rembrandt and Vermeer at The Hague’s world-class museums.

Accommodations
Hotel des Indes

(2 nights)

Nights 2-3

Hotel des Indes
The Hague
Premiere Hotel

Built in 1858 to host aristocrats and heads of state and still displaying its original Gothic Romantic characteristics, this opulent former palace is located among the cafés, restaurants and shops of the historic city center. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 4-6

Description

Breeze across the border to Belgium • Dive into the culture of Bruges, whose cobblestone streets and meandering canals ooze history • Sample world-renowned local beers accompanied by a classic local staple: pommes frites (fries) • Hop back on the e-bike to enjoy more canalside paths, or take time to learn about the fascinating WWI history of Flanders • Enjoy a final morning in leafy, placid Bruges on two wheels or at your leisure • Visit a classic Belgian chocolate shop and get a sweet souvenir for your journey home.

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Hotel De Tuilerieën
Bruges
Premiere Hotel

An elegant hotel—originally a 15th-century noble residence—overlooking Den Dyver, the most picturesque canal in Bruges. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. (pool)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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From $5,099 /person

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Night 1

Landgoed Duin & Kruidberg
Santpoort

Premiere Hotel

A deluxe and historic country estate situated on the outskirts of Zuid-Kennemerland National Park with access to many beautiful nature trails.

Nights 2-3

Hotel des Indes
The Hague

Premiere Hotel

Built in 1858 to host aristocrats and heads of state and still displaying its original Gothic Romantic characteristics, this opulent former palace is located among the cafés, restaurants and shops of the historic city center. (pool, spa)

Nights 4-5

Hotel De Tuilerieën
Bruges

Premiere Hotel

An elegant hotel—originally a 15th-century noble residence—overlooking Den Dyver, the most picturesque canal in Bruges. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. (pool)

From $5,099 /person

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Bikes

Enjoy the Ride

On this Dolce Tempo trip, most travelers choose to ride one of our custom titanium e‑bikes (shown below). If you prefer to enjoy the daily rides without electric assistance, you’ll have the option after booking to select a different bike in your Backroads account.

Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike

Included in your trip price

  • One of the lightest e-bikes available
  • Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
  • Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
  • Upright handlebars only
  • Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours;  learn more

Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

From $5,099 /person

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Dates & Prices

Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations (if any) and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.

Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

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