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Tours and Destinations / February 19, 2016

By land and by sea: favorite bike + boat tours

Bike and boat tours are a perennial favorite for our travelers, booking up as fast as we can get them online each season. Take a look at some of our most popular bike and boat options!


Dutch tulip spring foray

Experience the explosion of color in Holland’s gardens and countryside during tulip season. The season is short, though, so move quickly to get space on one of these trips!

Tulip Tour by Bike and Boat

Tulip Tour by Bike and Boat

Enjoy leisurely cycling on mainly flat roads, touring historic towns, walking the beach at the North Sea, visiting the Keukenhof (Holland’s most famous garden), and spending time in Aalsmeer for the largest flower auction in the world. Starting and ending in Amsterdam, this 5-day/4-night river and canal cruise aboard the aptly-named La Belle Fleur fits nicely into a spring Europe getaway.

Read tour details: Tulip Tour by Bike and Boat

This tour would be a great add-on to many of our other European itineraries. Search others on BikeTours.com.


Croatia dream holiday

If you’re looking for an unforgettable experience, look no further than the magical coastline and numerous islands of Croatia. Cycle each day and cap it off with a refreshing dip in the Adriatic.

South Dalmatia Bike/E-bike and Boat

South Dalmatia Bike/E-bike and Boat

Maybe you’re in the mood for exploring the coast…of Croatia! This bike and boat tour aboard the Princeza Diana departs from and returns to Trogir. You’ll traverse mesmerizing coast and cruise amongst the islands.

On the way, discover harbors and fishing villages, visit the Greek colony, Issa, and cycle Cetina Canyon (alternatively, you can raft the Cetina River – for an additional fee).  Other highlights include the Diocletian Palace in Hvar, the picturesque old town of Korčula, and more!

Read tour details: South Dalmatia Bike/E-bike and Boat


Wild and wonderful Provence

Through the wild Camargue nature with its bulls and horses to the medieval fortress of Aigues Mortes, you’ll be immersed in nature, history, and everything in between.

Provence by Bike and Boat

Provence by Bike and Boat

This itinerary through the beautiful Provence region in southeastern France offers daily rides through mesmerizing landscapes, including the Rhone Valley, Van Gogh’s Provence, and the Roman Pont du Gard. Aboard the boat, you’ll cruise the Rhône River from Avignon to Aigues-Mortes (or reverse).

Through the course of the tour, you’ll experience castles, medieval villages, limestone cliffs and olive trees, vineyards, orchards, and so much more!

Read tour details: Provence by Bike and Boat

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