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Are you familiar yet with our boutique ships? On these special ships, you’re part of the family as soon as you step on board. You’ll be greeted personally by the captain and it won’t be long before you know the other passengers by name. You’ll travel in a small group of maximum 24 guests. This creates real contacts and sometimes even real friendships.   The skippers give each of our boutique ships their very own, personal character: the heart and soul on board. Together with their handpicked crew, they ensure…

Are you curious about what you can experience on a cycling and sailing trip around the IJsselmeer?   Endless expanses and the ever-changing spectacle of the clouds, picturesque fishing villages and historic port cities: it’s not for nothing that a sailing trip around the IJsselmeer is a real holiday classic! In this multifaceted region, culture and nature have been closely intertwined for centuries, guaranteeing a fascinating travel experience. This is especially true when you travel with our captain, Alwin, because he always gives heart and soul to his ship, the…

When you think of a cycling/boating holiday through South Holland, you might think of Johannes Vermeer’s Delft, the cheese market in Gouda or the famous windmills of Kinderdijk. And you’d be right: we see all of that. But that’s not all. Tour leader Mariëlle Nagelkerke is happy to open up about some hidden gems our guests see during this astonishing journey. “During the route through South Holland you see a lot of the Netherlands. At the same time as being physically active, we get to see a lot of lesser-known…

Do you ever have an insatiable yearning to be in a particular country? For many of us Francophiles around the world, that country is la belle France. Why, I hear you ask. Maybe it’s because of the warm summer evenings with their aroma of lavender and pine trees. Or perhaps it’s the incomparably beautiful landscapes, the atmospheric historical cities, or the good wine… Or maybe it’s just the dangerously good pastry shops that keep calling us back. There are so many great reasons for a holiday in France that it’s…

Summers in the Netherlands can be a real celebration. The days are long and sunny, yet not too hot. And the period between mid-June and the end of August is just perfect for an active outdoor holiday. Here are our five favorite reasons to love the Dutch summers.   It’s perfect cycling weather Pleasant temperatures of  62 to 71 degrees, plenty of sunshine and maybe a fresh sea breeze: that’s a typical summer day in the Netherlands. These are ideal conditions for getting out and exploring your surroundings on a…

The world is your oyster! In 2025 we’ll be expanding our horizons, taking you to new destinations. And we can promise you one thing: our travel offerings will be sunnier and more exciting than ever before. We’re heading to countries outside of Europe for the first time! Not only that, but you can book more trips to the sunny south than ever before. On the other hand, would you prefer to travel in a more temperate climate? Then discover our new – and just as beautiful – tours in Germany!…

You love to bicycle, and you want to travel in Europe. We can assure you that there are lots of options! Here are the top 10 best countries in Europe for a cycling vacation, plus some advice on how to choose! See our tours in Europe 1. The Netherlands Holland is truly a paradise for cyclists. It has a wide network of well-marked and well-maintained bicycle paths, and it’s almost entirely flat, making it a great place for relaxing cycling. There are picturesque villages and cities; colorful tulip fields; broad,…

North Holland is known for its beautiful monumental cities: places like Amsterdam, Haarlem, Alkmaar and Hoorn. But the province also has plenty of nature reserves, where you can see wild horses grazing and hear birds chirping. It’s perfect for cyclists! If you like biking on flat terrain, you can cycle through the meadows, but there are hilly places too. For example, cycle through the dunes near Alkmaar or the forests on the Wadden Island of Texel. The cycling and boating tours “North Holland landscapes and seascapes” and ‘‘Northern Tour of…

The concept of slow travel is a trend nowadays: everyone is talking about it like it’s something new, but it’s not! We’ve been doing it all along! See all our tours What is slow travel? Slow travel includes a number of elements that are good for travelers, good for the earth, and good for the people who live where you are traveling: 1. Traveling slowly This is the most obvious of slow travel’s definitions: you travel more slowly. Rather than speeding from one sight to another in the style of…

First things first: Hvar is a small island off the southern coast of Croatia in the Adriatic Sea, straight south from the ancient city of Split. You may never have heard of it before, but it’s a very special place, and very much worth visiting! According to Conde Nast magazine, Hvar is one of the best islands in Europe for 2023. Here’s why: See our tours in Croatia 1. The glamour of Hvar town Hvar’s capital is a Mediterranean hotspot for celebrities and the just plain wealthy of Europe, who…