Reviews

Biking is the way to see this part of the world and Bike and Barge is the way to do it. Outstanding accommodations, service, bikes, guides, etc.

This experience helped us visit the Belgium and the Netherlands in a unique way. Instead of tourist traps, we rode through the country and saw (and sometimes met) the people, fields, farms, small towns, and big cities-all in one week! The ship was fantastic, the staff was amazing, the bikes were tough, and the experience was Epic! I’d do it again in a heartbeat!

It was great! The evening dinners were above expectations. The service from the staff, who work as a team, was exceptional.We would recommend it as a great way to see Belgium and the Netherlands.

This tour exceeded our expectations! The boat was beautiful,clean, and well maintained. The staff was excellent, the food was very good and plentiful. Our tour guides were fun as well as knowledgeable. We always had an extra activity to add to our day of biking. I highly recommend this trip to anyone who likes to be pampered along with being active.

My wife and I did the Brugge to Amsterdam trip and we loved it. We are older and are novice cyclists but Hester and Tom shepherded us very well through the somewhat more congested areas. Meals and service were 5 stars thanks to Chef Michele and waitstaff Ingeborge and Miriam. Captain and Sailor,Chris and Thomas, were personable, professional and knowledgeable. Oh, did I mention the beauty of Belgium and The Netherlands.

We had a wonderful time on the magnifique II. We were on the tour from Amsterdam to Bruges. The weather didn’t cooperate but that didn’t dampen the spirits of the crew and passengers. We Biked in all types of weather and had a great time. Tom and Hester were knowledgeable guides and pointed out many points of interest. The terrain is very flat so it is easy biking. Be sure to wear sometime of padding or bring a gel seat…….a day on a bike can leave your bum a bit sore. The crew was helpful and nice. Ingaborg and another gal were helpful and delightful. Michele the chef created some wonderful meals in his small kitchen! Breakfasts were good with a lot of variety. Meats, cheeses, breads, bakery, salad, eggs and other goodies. I would sign up for another tour with this company. It was a great value and fun. The rooms were clean and functional and nicely decorated.

really great

The Amsterdam to Bruge Bike & Boat Tour was one of our best vacations ever. The Manifique II’s crew & bike guides are an exceptional team that made us feel truly welcome and the experience rewarding. The small group setting of these tours was friendly and relaxing – something you don’t experience when on an ocean cruise. Every meal was outstanding and far surpassed anything we have had on an ocean cruise. I have already recommended a Boat & Bike Tour to friends and am considering another one next year.

The trip was wonderful. The boat size was perfect – not too many people. Our cabin was very comfortable. The chef, Olv, did an outstanding job with the meals. Our guide Tom was a lot of fun and did an excellent job leading our tour every day. We enjoyed meeting people from many different countries and hope to do this again soon.

My Best of Holland Trip was great. Well organized, good food, and excellent tour leaders (Hans and Hester) that led the rides. I will definitely consider another Boat Bike Tour