Reviews
Steve Lutz
Our Guides, Elize and Stine were just great. They kept us safe, on-track and well informed. They are such pleasant, competent and women! Just delightful. the bikes worked perfectly and the schedule seemed just right.
Captain Ad and his crew were very competent, efficient and friendly. The Atlantis is a wonderful, well maintained and well operated ship. It was really fun to help set the sails and get some lessons from the crew. Our fellow passengers were also part of a fine experience.
The breakfast and lunch menus were pretty repetitive but ok.
Overall, this trip could not have been any better in any significant way..
Thank you for your thoughtful and kind review! We’re so happy to hear that Elize and Stine made such a positive impression. It’s also wonderful to know that the Atlantis, under Captain Ad and his crew, made your experience even more memorable. We’re glad you enjoyed the sailing, the bikes, and the great atmosphere with your fellow passengers. And thank you for your honest note about the breakfast and lunch menus — your feedback is valuable and appreciated. We’d love to welcome you back on board for another adventure! Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
philip edgington
Can’t find enough superlatives to do justice to this! The tour guides, the food , the top notch ‘hotel’ boat and the organisation were all brilliant. If they could have fixed the weather on a couple of days, it would have been 6 out of 5
Thank you for your fantastic and enthusiastic review! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a brilliant experience — from the boat and food to the tour guides and organization. We’d love to welcome you back on board for another Bike and Boat adventure. Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
Alison Day
This was our second boat bike tour and overall, the experience was really good. The Gandalf is an older converted barge which takes about 20 passengers.
We received a very warm welcome from the staff who were great – they were friendly and very helpful for the entire trip. The meals were delicious and generous, just like home cooked food. Miko our tour leader did a wonderful job of herding the group and arranging interesting excursions and visits along the way.
The riding was very pretty, often going through fields, little villages and mostly on cycle paths. Perfect Dutch cycling conditions and the distances were very manageble between 36 – 50 kms a day.
The skipper was flexible so that on the occaisional wet morning we could stay on the boat which then dropped us off so we could cycle the remaining distance.
A group of us preferred to cycle more quickly so we cycled seperately from the other group led by Miko.
Our fellow passengers were just delightful, we all looked out for each other and we really enjoyed getting to know them.
The only downside was that the cabins were not airconditioned which made sleeping quite uncomfortable because we had some hot weather. The portholes opened but there was no facility for cross ventilation. Fans were provided which helped, however they were noisy so maybe they need updating.
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're glad your second tour with us was a positive experience and that you felt well cared for by the crew on board the Gandalf. It's great to hear that the meals, cycling routes, and group atmosphere all contributed to a memorable trip. We appreciate your comments about the cabin ventilation and the fans. Your feedback is valuable and will be shared with our team. We hope to welcome you on board again in the future. Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
Leeds Trading Post
Loved the crew and the experience.
Wish the leaders of the biking excursions would have provided more information and frontload what we would do or see the following day. We come to different countries to learn about the area. This was lacking by the bike leaders. The boat crew was absolutely amazing. Only reason why I gave 5 stars.
Thank you so much for your honest and thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you loved the overall experience and that our boat crew made such a strong impression — it means a lot to know they were a highlight of your journey. We also truly appreciate your feedback regarding the biking excursions and the desire for more insight into the areas visited. Learning about the local surroundings is an important part of the experience, and your input helps us improve that aspect for future guests. We’d love to welcome you back for another Bike and Boat tour! Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
Jane Mccafferty
Lovely holiday. It’s a pleasure cycling in a country where is so safe, thanks to the thousands and thousands of miles of cycling paths. The barge was great, very friendly crew. This was my fifth holiday with this company in the Netherlands; looking forward to my next one.
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear that you had another cycling holiday with us in the Netherlands. It’s always a pleasure to ride through such a bike-friendly country, and we’re delighted that the barge and our crew added to the experience. Five holidays with us — that truly means a lot! We can’t wait to welcome you back for your next adventure. Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
Anna
The staff were friendly and hospitable, we felt very welcome onboard.
The Gandalf was not air conditioned and we had hot weather which made sleeping uncomfortable as the cabins were very warm.
Having previously done a tour on the Magnifique II, this was very different and we were expecting a more comfortable boat experience.
The riding days were a good distance and the pace was very manageable.
Our fellow guests were lovely and it was enjoyable getting to know them during the week.
Thank you for your honest feedback. We're glad to hear you felt welcome on board the Gandalf and that the cycling and group atmosphere made the week enjoyable. You’re right that the Gandalf offers a more modest, boutique-style experience, while the Magnifique ships are part of our premium fleet—so the level of comfort and amenities can differ between them. We appreciate you sharing your perspective, especially having experienced both. We hope to welcome you on board again in the future. Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
Randa Froebel
Biking was my favorite part. The food was quite good. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The piano player was my least favorite part. When he played, I felt like I was in a nursing home. I realize that we had unseasonably hot temperatures, but fans or ice or something could have been done to help deal with the heat. A small package of complimentary swag should have been given to each person. Include a water bottle, rubber deal to hold cell phone and perhaps a hat. Charging $10 for a cheap, branded cell phone holder was too much, especially when the route depended on an app.
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the biking and felt supported by the staff throughout the tour. Your comments about the music, the heat, and the additional items for guests are noted and appreciated. As this was a partner tour, we’ll make sure to forward your suggestions to the tour operator for their consideration. We hope to welcome you on board again in the future. Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
Michele Gerber
What a wonderful trip,
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that you had a wonderful trip and truly enjoyed your experience. We’d love to welcome you back on board for another Bike and Boat adventure! Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
Melanie Humphreys
We had a great time. Being on the inaugural tour it did seem on some days a little bit unorganized. But the team did their best with certain moments that were beyond their control.
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad to hear that you had a great time on your trip. It’s true that first runs can bring a few unexpected moments, and we appreciate your understanding as the team worked hard to navigate those challenges. Your kind words mean a lot, and we’re grateful for your positive spirit. We’d love to welcome you back for another adventure! Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
Sigurdur Valgardsson
Good thanks
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you had a good experience. We’d love to welcome you back on board for another Bike and Boat adventure! Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
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