Name: Through Europe’s heartland: Amsterdam to Paris
Brand: Boat Bike Tours
Price: 2799 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 9.3 (2958 reviews)

Through Europe’s heartland: Amsterdam to Paris

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Embark on an extraordinary 10-day deluxe bike and boat journey from Amsterdam to Paris (or vice-versa), designed for travelers who appreciate comfort, culture, and the freedom to explore at their own pace.

This all-inclusive experience blends relaxed cycling with high-end river cruising aboard the Magnifique X — our newest and most luxurious ship offering an exclusive experience for only 32 passengers. With only suites onboard, panoramic windows, elegant interiors, and a sundeck with a hot tub, this floating hotel offers a level of comfort and service that sets a new standard in active travel.

From the moment you arrive, everything is taken care of — from airport transfers and pre-tour hotel stays to guided excursions and daily cultural enrichment. And thanks to the dedicated support van, you’re free to cycle as much or as little as you like.

Discover the heartland of Europe
The route unfolds through a rich tapestry of landscapes and historic cities. You’ll explore the famous canals of Amsterdam before setting off toward Schoonhoven, known for its silver tradition, and onward to Kinderdijk, where rows of UNESCO-listed windmills reflect the Dutch mastery of water. In Belgium, you’ll wander Antwerp’s lively squares and Gothic cathedral, glide past peaceful Schelde River scenery to reach artistic Ghent, and follow quiet paths into storybook Bruges with its cobblestones, canals, and chocolate shops. The journey ends in Paris, where elegant boulevards and timeless romance await.

Whether enjoying a canal cruise in medieval Ghent, delighting in a countryside picnic in Flanders, or simply watching the scenery drift by from your private suite, you’ll experience Europe at its most immersive and indulgent — and a journey unlike any other we offer!

This exceptional tour includes:

Exclusive stays on the new superior class Magnifique X, with spacious suites and high-end amenities for up to 32 passengers
Three dedicated tour leaders and concierge-level support throughout, from your pre-stay arrival to your post-stay departure
A selection of wine, beer, soft drinks, mineral water, coffee, and tea is included with dinner onboard
Thoughtfully-designed cycling routes (with e-bikes available) through scenic landscapes and to cultural highlights
Enriching onboard experiences such as regional food and drink tastings and guest lectures
Pre- and post-tour hotel stays in Amsterdam and Paris
All transfers, most meals, and curated local excursions included

Whether it’s your first trip to Europe or your tenth, this journey offers a stress-free, first-class way to see its very best — in style!

Always the best rental bikes

The rental bikes on our ships are unisex bicycles with a low bar and a comfortable upright sitting position. These are stable and dependable bikes, good for miles in the saddle. Decide which kind of bike you want to rent and simply fill in your preference with your reservation. We’ll make sure you get the right bike for you. On most of our tours, the bike rental cost is not included in the tour’s price.

Every Boat Bike Tour rental bike is well equipped. The bikes consist of a lightweight aluminum frame and have highly-responsive handbrakes, at least seven speeds, an adjustable gel seat, normal flat pedals (no clips), an easy-to-use lock attached to the frame, and special puncture-resistant tires. All told, this is a light, stable and reliable bike, very suitable for touring long distances pleasantly.

Our e-bikes also have at least seven speeds and handbrakes. The motor runs on a 400Wh battery and offers three levels of power-assistance. The e-bikes include comfortable gel seats that can be adjusted for height, have a lock attached to the frame, and sport anti-puncture tires. Note that some of the ships have their own bikes on board. They may look a bit different, but qualitatively they are equal to Boat Bike Tours’s e-bikes.

Bicycle helmets
The use of bicycle helmets is not required in the Netherlands, but for safety’s sake they are suggested. If you wish to rent one, you can do so during the booking process. If you book a premium tour and rent a bike or e-bike, then the helmet and a “limit of liability for damage or loss” for your bike or e-bike is included in the rental price.

Other rental items
Other items such as children’s bikes, tandems, family tandems (child & adult), tag-along, trailers to carry toddlers and child seats are available on request.

Taking your own bike or e-bike?
The fee for parking your own bicycle is €10 per week. For an e-bike the fee is €25 to cover parking and charging the battery. For safety reasons it is not always possible to charge your e-bike batteries in your cabin. The crew will tell you where you can charge the battery on board the ship. Neither the crew nor Boat Bike tours is responsible in any way for any damage, loss or theft of a guest’s own bike or e-bike or its accessories. Note: not all the ships are suitable or have enough room for extra bikes, so make sure you check with us well ahead of travel.

Touring bikes

Our bicycles have a lightweight aluminum frame and are furnished with highly-responsive handbrakes, at least seven speeds and a gel seat whose height can be adjusted. Attached to the frame is an easy-to-use lock and the wheels carry puncture-resistant tires.

E-bikes

Our e-bikes also have highly-responsive handbrakes and a minimum of seven speeds. The motor runs on a 400Wh battery and offers three levels of power-assistance. The e-bikes include comfortable gel seats that can be adjusted for height, have a lock attached to the frame and special anti-puncture tires.

Superior Class

All-Suite ship

Inside & outside bar

Jacuzzi

Superior Class ship for max. 32 guests

max. 32 passengers

16 cabins

1 tours available with this ship

Magnifique X

Step aboard the Magnifique X, our newest and most refined superior class ship. Designed exclusively for Boat Bike Tours, this all-suite boutique ship invites you into a world of serene luxury, understated elegance, and impeccable personal service. Each of the 16 suites is a private retreat, combining elegant design with modern comforts. No matter which deck you choose, your suite offers the ambiance of a boutique hotel with ever-changing riverside views.

The Magnifique X offers a luxurious and relaxed onboard experience, featuring an elegant upper-deck lounge with a bar and panoramic views. Guests can unwind on the sun deck or in the jacuzzi while taking in the scenic European landscapes. Below deck, the cozy restaurant encourages social dining with chef-prepared meals and riverside views. Daily adventures include cycling and exploring charming towns, with the ship serving as a comfortable home base. With a boutique-hotel feel and a high crew-to-guest ratio, the experience is both personal and effortlessly comfortable.