Reviews
Anne Conlan
Fantastic boat, crew and guides, however a number of improvements which could be made. The tour on line and in the trip documentation seemed as though the riding could be done at your own pace which is not the case. Not a problem if on an 3bike but certainly changes things if under own power. Also riding times should start earlier to allow for the punishing heat – riding on roads when its 37 degrees is more than challenging, its unsafe. I felt like I was going to get heat stroke and vomit on the first day and a few of the riders told me that they did in fact vomit (on a couple of occasions). Food was dreadful, packet mix soup for entree with lumps of powder was truly unforgettable. “Salad” consisted of lettuce and cucumber and on one occasion was called “French salad” as it was lettuce and tomato. Insufficient vegetables, one main was fillets of fish (maximum 70g) and 2 small pieces of broccoli. Breakfast was usually a safe bet (although unsure how many times the sliced, highly processed “meats” were reused day after day, not much was ever eaten). Shining light was the scrambled eggs and bacon, however on several occasions the eggs were teamed with hotdogs (literally boiled hotdogs without red skins), again speechless. To be balanced there were a couple of meals which were ok, but they numbered around 4 across the whole week. Food was oversalted and stogy. I know this sounds harsh, however I’d love to see you adopt more contemporary approach to food on board the boat. An annoyance was the high price of alcohol on board which I guess is to be expected, but at least a price list could be visible, rather than guests having to specifically ask the price.
Hi Anne, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the boat, crew, and guides. We take your comments seriously — especially regarding the riding pace, early start times during heat, and the food on board. Your input on meal quality and variety is very valuable, and we will discuss this with the crew on board. We’ll also ensure drink prices are clearly visible moving forward. We truly appreciate your suggestions and are committed to improving. We hope to welcome you back in the future for a more satisfying experience. Kind regards, Romy
Kathyrn Luedtke
Just returned from an amazing week biking and boating from Bruge to Amsterdam aboard the Magnifique IV.
Everything from the guides, crew, food, bikes, boat created an wonderful experience. Each day’s route was planned to include breaks in unique locations and they were perfectly timed.
We wouldn’t hesitate to do a trip with Boat Bike Tours again. (we’re actually looking at a trip in 2026 already)
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so happy to hear that your week biking and boating from Brugge to Amsterdam aboard the Magnifique IV was such a wonderful experience. It’s great to know that everything from the guides, crew, food, bikes, and boat came together to make your trip memorable. We’re also thrilled that you’re already considering another adventure with us in 2026. We can’t wait to welcome you back for your next trip. Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
Cathy Hazzard
The boat was ‘luxury’, the guides were fabulous, the food was amazing, and the entire staff were kind and accommodating.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic time aboard our boat, with our guides, the food, and the staff. We’d love to welcome you back for another amazing trip soon! Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
Laurie Ivey
The crew and guides were fantastic!
Thank you for your great feedback! We’re so happy to hear that you had such a positive experience with our crew and guides. We hope to welcome you back for another amazing adventure soon! Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
Debra Leberecht
All of the crew, and the boat (Magnifique IV) were incredible! Had a wonderful time, even though I couldn’t ride due to a pre-trip injury. Everyone was so professional, kind, and friendly – would love to do this trip again!
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad to hear that you had a wonderful time aboard the Magnifique IV, even with your injury. It’s fantastic to know that the crew made you feel welcome and well taken care of throughout the trip. We’d absolutely love to welcome you back for another adventure—hopefully next time with a bike ride included! Take care, and we hope to see you again soon! Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
Jim Carr
Tour was well organized and delivered a fun and educational experience
Thank you for your great review! We’re so happy to hear that you found the tour well-organized and that it offered both fun and educational experiences. We’d love to have you join us again on another adventure in the future! Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
K.w.
The guides Frans and Peter were great. The staff all worked very hard
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re so glad to hear that Frans and Peter made your experience special, and we truly appreciate you recognizing the hard work of the entire staff. They’re all dedicated to making every trip unforgettable, and your kind words mean a lot! We’d be thrilled to welcome you back for another adventure in the future! Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
Matthew Scott Builders
Well organized with excellent interesting places to visit in the evening. Route was mainly through interesting countryside on tarmac surfaces. Navigation app was a joy to use and if you deviated from the route it told you within a short distance. Excellent feature.
Free coffee and tea in the afternoon was good but would have been better if not restricted to 1 hour
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad to hear that you found the trip well-organized and enjoyed the places to visit in the evenings, as well as the beautiful countryside routes. We’re also happy to hear that the navigation app was a highlight for you—it's great that it made your journey even more enjoyable. We appreciate your feedback about the coffee and tea in the afternoon. We’ll consider extending that window in the future to enhance the experience for everyone. We’d love to welcome you back on another adventure soon! Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
G Grant
We hit a hot week in Germany, with temps in the mid to high 80’s daily.. the dining area (primary floor) is area is not air conditioned and minimal air circulation.. rough, recall wiping sweat from my forehead throughout dinner for two nights. No option to eat outside. They close all doors each night for security, so without nigh time cooling it was often still hot for breakfast. Note the bedroom are air conditioned nicely.
Thank you for your feedback. We're happy you enjoyed the Princesse Royal and crew, but we're sorry to hear the dining area was uncomfortably warm during your trip. Unfortunately, not all ships have air conditioning in shared spaces, and the heatwave made this especially noticeable. We’re looking into ways to improve ventilation and guest comfort during hot weather. Your input is very helpful, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention.
Walt Hunt
The crew was amazing, friendly and always helpful.Food was great.
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear that the crew made such a positive impact on your trip. It’s also great to know that the food was up to your expectations! We’d love to welcome you back for another wonderful experience soon! Kind regards, Boat Bike Tours
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