{"id":1255,"date":"2022-10-03T12:30:04","date_gmt":"2022-10-03T12:30:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/travel\/tours\/bike-ship-golden-holland"},"modified":"2025-06-26T16:44:46","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T16:44:46","slug":"0197x","status":"publish","type":"trip","link":"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/en\/offers\/tour\/0197x\/","title":{"rendered":"Bike and boat: Golden Holland"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Experience vastness, sun, wind and the most beautiful coastal towns of old, golden Holland by bike and boat. The MS Normandie is looking forward to your visit on board! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":9375,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","destination":[112],"activities":[109,76],"trip_types":[82,233,103,106],"difficulty":[1804],"trip_tag":[1814],"trip-coe":[39140],"physical-requirement-level":[38974],"season":[38954],"sport":[39064,38955],"dog":[38952],"class_list":["post-1255","trip","type-trip","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","destination-netherlands-en","activities-bike-and-sail-en","activities-biking-en","trip_types-4families-en","trip_types-group-trip-en","trip_types-routetrip-en","trip_types-summer-en","difficulty-level1-en","trip_tag-197-en","trip-coe-197-en","physical-requirement-level-easy","season-summer","sport-bike-ship","sport-cycling-tour","dog-no-en","latest_post"],"packages_ids":[10255,9689,2575,2574,2573,10256,10257,10258],"trip_extras":[473],"cut_off_time":{"enabled":false,"duration":0,"duration_unit":"days"},"booked-seats":{"1679702400":{"booked":0,"datestr":1679702400},"1680307200":{"booked":0,"datestr":1680307200},"1682121600":{"booked":0,"datestr":1682121600},"1682726400":{"booked":0,"datestr":1682726400},"1679703071":{"booked":0,"datestr":1679703071},"1680307872":{"booked":0,"datestr":1680307872},"1682122274":{"booked":0,"datestr":1682122274},"1682727074":{"booked":0,"datestr":1682727074}},"trip_extra_services":[{"service_cost":"","service_type":"default","service_unit":"unit","field_type":"select","pricing_type":"single-price","single_price":"","options":[],"title":"Kinder-, Gruppen- oder Familienrabatte: bitte anfragen"}],"code":"197","price":0,"has_sale":false,"sale_price":0,"discount_percent":0,"currency":{"code":"EUR","symbol":"&euro;"},"duration":{"days":8,"nights":7,"duration_unit":"days","duration_type":"Tage"},"min_pax":"","max_pax":"","discount_value":0,"discount_label":"0% Off","primary_category":39444,"available_times":{"type":"default","items":["2021-1-01","2021-2-01","2021-3-01","2021-4-01","2021-5-01","2021-6-01","2021-7-01","2021-8-01","2021-9-01","2021-10-01","2021-11-01","2021-12-01"]},"description":"<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Discover the Golden Holland on your own by bike and boat!<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":677,\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"left\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/019702_Holland_MSNormandie_Karte_2022_600.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/019702_Holland_MSNormandie_Karte_2022_600-300x215.jpg\" alt=\"Map\" class=\"wp-image-677\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>On this tour you will experience the rivers, canals, the vastness, the wind and the old Nordic trading and fishing towns of Holland in the most beautiful way imaginable.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You cycle the 'land of all bicycle dreams' - and the ship takes you from port to port through waterways and old lifelines of the Netherlands.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Well-developed cycling paths and an extensive network of waterways guarantee an unforgettable vacation.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>During the day, you can explore the scenic beauty of the land of Rembrandt and van Gogh under your own steam. In the later afternoon, the MS NORMANDIE is again at your disposal as a \"floating hotel\".<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hardly any other province is more varied and has as many faces as South Holland.<br>City life and unspoiled nature lie side by side here. The waterways offer many opportunities to discover the beautiful landscapes and cultural and historical highlights of the province of \"Zuid-Holland\".<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Experience cities as diverse as Dordrecht and Utrecht and of course Rotterdam, also known as \u201cManhattan on the Meuse\u201d, vast polder country, the famous row of windmills at Kinderdijk and not forgetting the \u201cporcelain stronghold\u201d of Delft with its \u201cDelft Blue\u201d<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your ship<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":680,\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"right\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/019724_Holland_MSNormandie_Schiff_600.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/019724_Holland_MSNormandie_Schiff_600-300x178.jpg\" alt=\"MS Normandy\" class=\"wp-image-680\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>On board the cozy middle class ship\u00a0<strong>MS Normandie <\/strong>you can expect a personal and familiar atmosphere. All cabins were completely renovated in 2020. On the upper deck is the friendly panoramic salon with bar, on the main deck is the tasteful restaurant.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The heart and head of the ship is the large sundeck with its seating areas and deck chairs.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Length of the ship: 91,2 m, width: 10,50 m, draught: 1,60 m, capacity: 100 passengers.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":682,\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"left\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/019724a_Holland_MSNormandie_Schiff_Bordplan_600.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/019724a_Holland_MSNormandie_Schiff_Bordplan_600-300x217.jpg\" alt=\"MS Normandie Board Plan\" class=\"wp-image-682\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>On-board language: <\/strong>German & English<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Currency on board: <\/strong>EUR; <strong>Credit cards<\/strong>: Mastercard and Visacard<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your cabins<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>MS NORMANDIE has a total of forty-nine 2-bed cabins and two 1-bed cabins.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":654,\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/019726_Holland_MSNormandie_Schiff_Kabine3_1024.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/019726_Holland_MSNormandie_Schiff_Kabine3_1024-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-654\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>All 2-bed cabins on the main and upper deck are about 10-11 sqm. They are equipped with two level hotel beds, shower\/WC, flat screen TV, safe, hairdryer, centrally controlled air conditioning and a panoramic window. The windows on the upper deck can be opened.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":656,\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/019727_Holland_MSNormandie_Schiff_Kabine2_1024.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/019727_Holland_MSNormandie_Schiff_Kabine2_1024-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-656\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The 1-bed cabins are smaller (about 7 sqm) and have a level hotel bed.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ausflugsprogramm, <strong>Fahrplan- und Programm\u00e4nderungen<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Die Crew bietet Ihnen ein kleines Ausflugsprogramm an. Die Vorschl\u00e4ge werden tagt\u00e4glich vorgestellt und sind ausschlie\u00dflich an Bord buchbar. You will receive a brief description with your travel documents. Depending on the composition of the participants, the excursions may be offered bilingually German-English.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Timetable<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:table -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><a>Day<\/a><\/td><td>Location<\/td><td>To<\/td><td>From<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 1<\/td><td colspan=\"3\">Rotterdam-Schiedam, embarkation 16:00 hrs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 2<\/td><td>Rotterdam-Schiedam<\/td><td> <\/td><td>10:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 2<\/td><td>Dordrecht<\/td><td>12:30<\/td><td> <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 3<\/td><td>Dordrecht<\/td><td> <\/td><td>10:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 3<\/td><td>Gorinchem<\/td><td>12:30<\/td><td> <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 4<\/td><td>Gorinchem<\/td><td> <\/td><td> 09:30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 4<\/td><td>Utrecht<\/td><td> 16:30<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 5<\/td><td>Utrecht<\/td><td><\/td><td> 10:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 5<\/td><td><strong>Schoonhoven*<\/strong><\/td><td> 15:30<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 6<\/td><td><strong>Schoonhoven*<\/strong><\/td><td><\/td><td> 10:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 6<\/td><td>Rotterdam - Schiedam<\/td><td> 14:00<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 7<\/td><td>Rotterdam - Schiedam<\/td><td> <\/td><td> <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 8<\/td><td colspan=\"3\">Rotterdam-Schiedam, disembarkation by 09:00 a.m.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:table -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Timetables and programs are subject to change<\/strong> without notice. Wenn z.B. wegen Niedrig-, Hochwasser oder Schlechtwetter eine Strecke nicht befahren werden kann, beh\u00e4lt sich der Kapit\u00e4n das Recht vor, die Route zu Ihrer Sicherheit zu \u00e4ndern (dies ist kein kostenloser R\u00fccktrittsgrund). The same applies to lock and\/or bridge repairs ordered by the authorities and not announced in advance.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rental bikes<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>7-speed unisex touring bikes and 8-speed e-bikes from Velo de Ville with handbrake, freewheel <u>or<\/u> coaster brake (please specify as a non-binding customer request when booking). The bikes are equipped with a pannier bag and rental bike insurance.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":6570,\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/bike_ebike_se_600_400.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/bike_ebike_se_600_400-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6570\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>E-Bikes sind nur begrenzt verf\u00fcgbar. Please indicate your height when booking.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mitnahme eigener R\u00e4der<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sie k\u00f6nnen Ihre eigenen Fahrr\u00e4der oder E-Bikes mitnehmen. Only e-bikes with removable, not permanently installed battery can be taken along. Please note that this is done at your own risk. The shipping company excludes any liability for loss, theft, damage. This also applies to transport damage from ship to shore and back. The shipping company charges a small additional fee for taking your bikes with you. Please book the option<strong>\"own bike<\/strong>\" with.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arrival<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We recommend that you arrive by train. Rotterdam is easily accessible by train. You can find connections e.g. at <a href=\"https:\/\/bahn.de\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.bahn.de.<\/a><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Get in on the vacation at home. Enjoy your journey - and look forward to the punctuality of Dutch Railways. Book our rental bikes and come aboard completely relaxed.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you arrive by car, please use the valet parking at a guarded parking lot in Rotterdam (Holiday Extras). You will receive a registration form for the parking garage with the booking confirmation. On the day of arrival your car will be picked up at the pier and on the day of departure it will be brought back to the ship. The reservation is made directly through the company Holiday Extras. Costs: up to approx. 190,- \u20ac \/ week, rate depending on occupancy.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Alternatively, you can park not far from the jetty, approx. 10 minutes on foot, approx. \u20ac 25 per 24 hours.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important notes:<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The minimum number of participants on the ship is 60. If we do not reach the minimum number of participants, we must cancel the trip up to 21 days before the start of the trip. In practice, this restriction is hardly relevant, as the ships are almost always overbooked. We are not aware that a tour has ever not taken place due to the minimum number of participants. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Please note: In the 2-bed cabins at the rear of the upper deck, engine and generator noise is perceptible.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"className\":\"1Flietext\"} -->\n<p class=\"1Flietext\">We recommend that you take out <b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/reiseversicherung\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">travel cancellation insurance.<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Please refer to the country notes and entry information for the Netherlands on the <a title=\"Country information\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/tours-and-travel\/country-info\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Country Information<\/a> page. Please also note our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/arb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Notes on package tours<\/a>.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->","cost_includes":"7 nights in outside cabins in the booked cabin category\nProgram as per itinerary from and to Rotterdam\nAll port, bridge and lock fees\nWelcome drink\nFull board: 7 x breakfast, 6 x packed lunch for bike tours or lunch snack, 6 x coffee and tea in the afternoon, 7 x 3-course dinner \nRoute book for individual tours (1 x per cabin)\nDaily bike tour briefing\nDaily cabin cleaning, bed linen and towel change as required\nOn-board tour guide\nGPS data","cost_excludes":"Arrival and departure as well as any additional transfers\nParking fees \nEntrance fees and excursions\nCity maps\nFerry fees and charges for the waterbus\nTravel insurance\nTips\nDrinks and personal expenses","itineraries":[{"title":"Day 1","content":"<h3>Embarkation day<\/h3>\nIndividual arrival in Rotterdam. Embarkation from 16:00. Please be at the quay on time. You will find information on parking in the Questions & Answers.\n\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-699 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/019730a_Holland_MSNormandie_Schiff_Rotterdam_600-300x203.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"203\">A little more time? You will guess: Rotterdam is not just oil. Not by a long shot. The city pulsates future. Destroyed by the German Wehrmacht during the war, Rotterdam today presents itself as a futuristic northern metropolis on the harbor.\n\nTake the time for the city with many faces: Port, nightlife, shopping and artists' city. Architecture, flair and, of course, first and foremost its people make it one of the most exciting cities in Europe.\n\nWe will be happy to assist you if you wish to arrive a day in advance or stay longer."},{"title":"Day 2","content":"<h3>From Rotterdam to Dordrecht, approx. 40 bike km<\/h3>\nAlways along the water you cycle via Krimpen on the IJssel to Kinderdijk, where the most famous row of windmills in the Netherlands stands.\n\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-697 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/019712a_Holland_MSNormandie_Windmuehlen_Kinderdijk_600-300x219.jpg\" alt=\"Windmills Kinderdijk\" width=\"300\" height=\"219\">The 19 still well-preserved mills date back to the 18th century and have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Through the polder area of the Albwasserwaard we continue to Dordrecht.\n\nDordrecht is considered the oldest city in Holland. Its rich history, about 1000 monuments are used as restaurants, museums or theaters, and the wonderful historic harbor area will delight you.\n\nThe ship departs Rotterdam around 10:00 and arrives in Dordrecht around 12:30."},{"title":"Day 3","content":"<h3>From Dordrecht to Gorinchem, approx. 40 bike-km<\/h3>\n<h3><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-707 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/019737_Holland_MSNormandie_Nationalpark_Biesbosch_600-300x192.jpg\" alt=\"National Park De Biesbosch\" width=\"300\" height=\"192\"><\/h3>\nAfter a short ferry crossing you will enter the beautiful nature reserve and national park <strong>De Biesbosch<\/strong>.\n\nVarious rivers meet here and form a freshwater delta of no less than 8,000 hectares.\n\nPerhaps take one of the boat rides that are offered everywhere here before you continue cycling through the Rhine Delta area and take a water cab or cross the bridge to the fortified town of Gorinchem.\n\nYou should not miss the pretty historic old town of the small but very charming city.\n\nThe ship departs from Dordrecht around 10:00 and arrives in Gorinchem around 12:30."},{"title":"Day 4","content":"<h3>From Gorinchem to Utrecht, approx. 55 bike km<\/h3>\nToday you can expect a very varied and interesting tour. From Gorinchem you cycle via Leerdam - famous for Leerdam cheese - to the fortified town of Vianen. Here you should take a short break in one of the numerous street cafes.\n\nBy ferry you cross the Lek and cycle on to Vreeswijk with its narrow streets. Continue through the small town of Nieuwegein - perhaps pay a quick visit to Fort Jutphaas, tucked away in a green oasis in Nieuwegein, before reaching Utrecht.\n\nThe ship departs from Gorinchem around 09:30 and arrives in Utrecht around 16:30. Short-term changes are reserved and will be announced in time on board.\n\nUtrecht is considered the heart of Holland. The city was built around the cathedral. This makes it practically impossible to get lost in the traffic-calmed city center with its idyllic canals."},{"title":"Day 5","content":"<h3>From Utrecht to Schoonhoven, approx. 42 bike km<\/h3>\nThis morning, be sure to take some time to explore the beautiful town of Utrecht before getting back on your bike.\n\nAfterwards tour through the beautiful polder country via Oudewater with its famous witch-waaghouse (none of the so-called witches who were weighed here were ever found too light and sentenced) to the silver town of Schoonhoven with its typical Dutch old town.\n\nThe ship departs from Utrecht around 10:00 and arrives at Schoonhoven around 15:30."},{"title":"Day 6","content":"<h3>From Schoonhoven via Gouda to Rotterdam, approx. 45 bike-km<\/h3>\nFrom Schoonhoven you cycle to the famous cheese city of Gouda. When the weather is nice, it is worth taking a detour to the Reeuwijkse Plassen lakes for a refreshing swim.\n\nThe journey continues to Rotterdam. The port of Rotterdam is not only the largest in Europe, but also one of the largest in the world. In recent years, the city has become one of the architectural and cultural metropolises.\n\nThe ship departs from Schoonhoven around 10:00 and arrives in Rotterdam around 14:00."},{"title":"Day 7","content":"<h3>Flex day Rotterdam, 0 - approx. 70 bike km<\/h3>\nToday you have the choice:\n\nLinger in Rotterdam or take one of our two bike tour suggestions:\n\nNot in the mood for a bike? Then take the opportunity to take a harbor tour of Europe's largest deep-water port and admire the impressive skyline and fancy architecture from the water.\n\nStill strength in the legs?\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-705 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/019736_Holland_MSNormandie_Delft_600-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Delft\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\">The shorter of the two bike tours tour leads to Delft. You are on the road for about 40 km. Here you have the opportunity to visit the porcelain manufactory. Return to Rotterdam by train (Rail & Bike, not included, approx. \u20ac 20,- per person, not during rush hour between 16:30 and 18:00).\n\nIf you like, you can also continue from Delft directly to the seat of government of the Netherlands in The Hague and then on to the North Sea spa and seaside resort of Scheveningen and back. You are on the road for about 70 km."},{"title":"Day 8","content":"<h3>Departure from Rotterdam<\/h3>\nAfter breakfast disembarkation until 09:00 and individual journey home.\nYou would like to stay one more day in Rotterdam. Great idea. Please let us know. We are happy to support you."}],"faqs":[{"title":"Will the trip go ahead in any case?","content":"As soon as at least 60 people have booked the trip, it will take place. If we fall short of the minimum number of participants, we must cancel the trip up to 21 days before the start of the trip."},{"title":"What are aft cabins?","content":"The aft cabins are located in the rear part of the ship. Engine and generator noise is particularly audible in locks and while sailing."},{"title":"What rental bikes are available?","content":"You can choose:\n- Standard touring bike: Rental touring bike, 7-speed unisex with coaster brake or\nfreewheel (subject to availability), pannier bags, rental bike insurance\n- E-bike: Rental electric bike, 8-speed unisex with coaster brake or\nfreewheel (subject to availability), pannier bags, rental bike insurance"},{"title":"Can I bring my own bike?","content":"In principle, you can take your own bike on the ship. However, please note the following: \n- Due to limited space, it is only possible to take your own bike on board on request.\n- You take your bike on board at your own risk.\n- We cannot be held liable for any damage\/loss etc. to your own bike during the entire cycle tour or for damage during transportation. Neither on board nor on land.\n- Please only load and care for your bike in accordance with the instructions of the on-board staff.\nFor your own safety, we recommend that you always wear a bicycle helmet on all bicycle tours. "},{"title":"What are the conditions and technical requirements of the trip?","content":"The cycle tours are individual and unguided.\nYou cover between 40 and 70 km a day.\nThe routes are generally flat and can be classified as easy. However, it can be very windy. Please consider whether you would like to cycle the tour on a touring bike or bring or hire an e-bike.\nThe tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.   Please contact us for detailed information if needed."},{"title":"Are there any excursions?","content":"In addition to the bike tours we offer a small excursion program.  \nYou can spontaneously register on board. You will receive a brief description with your travel documents. Depending on the composition of the participants, the excursions are mostly bilingual German-English."},{"title":"What to pack in?","content":"Well, depending on the season recommend good rainwear and wind protection (scarf, ear muffs, gloves, windbreaker), bicycle helmet, sun hat, as well as sports shoes. Please also remember sunscreen, 'after-sun', mosquito repellent. The cabins do have lockers. However, you will not regret it if you can arrive with duffel bag, bag or backpacks instead of suitcases. Towels can be found on board."},{"title":"Are there parking facilities in Rotterdam?","content":"We recommend the following parking options in Rotterdam:\n- \"Parkeergarage de Boompjes\" Rotterdam: parking garage not far from the jetty (approx. 10 minutes' walk), approx. \u20ac 25 per 24 hours or\n- valet parking in a guarded parking lot in Rotterdam (holiday extras): On the day of arrival, your car will be collected at the jetty and taken back to the ship on the day of departure (you will receive a registration form with your booking confirmation). Costs from about \u20ac 150,-\/week (rate according to workload)."},{"title":"Is there travel insurance?","content":"The standard price does not include travel cancellation insurance. However, we strongly recommend that you take out cancellation insurance. Please ask for a quote when booking. We are happy to recommend an insurance company with whom we have had good experiences all around in the 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