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15 Dutch Bike Tours Worth Flying For

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The country where the cycle lane came first and the car came second. These 15 rides cover the canal belt, the windmills and the polder beyond them, priced and clear on distance.

Big Bike tour Amsterdam - See all in 3 unforgettable hours - Western Islands: warehouses, drawbridges, and a quieter start
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Big Bike tour Amsterdam – See all in 3 unforgettable hours

1.Big Bike tour Amsterdam – See all in 3 unforgettable hours

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,929 reviews · 3 hours · from $34Our pick

Ride a red Amsterbike through Amsterdam’s canals, Western Islands, Jordaan, Museum Quarter, De Pijp, and Jewish Quarter in a small group of up to 15. Your guide handles the busy bike traffic while sharing local history and practical tips. Guides such as Rad, Mona, David, Miriam, and Chris have led recent tours. English, German, French, and Dutch are available.

“Excellent way to explore Amsterdam safely by bike. We only had 24hrs in Amsterdam and were able to see so much going by bike. Thoroughly enjoyed and Mona was a great guide.”

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Small Group Guided Bike Tour of Amsterdam's Hidden Gems - Starting at Spuistraat and learning the city’s rhythm
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Small Group Guided Bike Tour of Amsterdam’s Hidden Gems

2.Small Group Guided Bike Tour of Amsterdam’s Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,936 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $40Top rated

Ride through Amsterdam with an English-speaking guide on a three-hour tour for up to 12 people. You’ll pass the canal ring, Prinsen-eiland, Jordaan, Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Vondelpark, Begijnhof, and Museumplein, with a short café break and a bicycle included.

“Our tour guide, Spiko was very knowledgeable and proud of the history of Amsterdam. We felt very safe in the city on a bicycle. We could see why cycling was so popular in the city as a means of transport. The best thing about guided tours is you get to see behind the usual tourist destinations. Sipko did not disappoint, showing us places we would never had found on pur own!”

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Amsterdam: Off the Beaten Path Bike Tour in French - Starting in the Jordaan, Amsterdam’s former workers’ quarter
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Amsterdam: Off the Beaten Path Bike Tour in French

3.Off the Beaten Path Bike Tour in French

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,632 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $43

Ride through Amsterdam with Samy on a 2.5-hour French-language tour covering the Jordaan, Plantage, Entrepotdok, Jewish Quarter, Magere Brug, Amstelveld, and Reguliersgracht. Quality bikes, a city map, restaurant tips, and a 10% rental discount are included. Children’s bikes and baby seats can be arranged in advance.

“The guide Sammy was great although he spoke French he took extra effort to speak in English.He is a very good person and fantastic guide. Thanks Samy.It was nice to meet you.”

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Amsterdam: Hidden Gems & Highlights Guided Bike Tour - Starting in Jordaan’s quieter lanes
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Amsterdam: Hidden Gems & Highlights Guided Bike Tour

4.Hidden Gems & Highlights Guided Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,404 reviews · 3 hours · from $44

Spend three hours cycling Amsterdam’s quieter lanes, canal bridges, Jordaan courtyards, Vondelpark, and Museum Square. An English-speaking guide such as Brian, Sipko, Peter, or Jessie leads a group of up to 12, with regular stops for stories and photos. Bikes are included, snacks and drinks are extra.

“It was great fun and informative - saw some parts of the city that I would never have thought to visit.”

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Amsterdam: Windmill, Cheese, and Countryside E-Bike Tour - A’DAM Tower and the ferry crossing
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Amsterdam: Windmill, Cheese, and Countryside E-Bike Tour

5.Windmill, Cheese, and Countryside E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,308 reviews · 4 hours - 1 day · from $55

Leave Amsterdam by ferry, then follow a guide or app through Broek in Waterland, Monnickendam, Katwoude, and Zunderdorp. You’ll ride 25 to 40 kilometers on an e-bike, stop at D’Admiraal windmill, and visit a cheese farm with cows, tastings, and time to shop. Guides such as David, Christian, and Oleg have earned strong praise for their care and local insight.

“Loved that our guide took such good cate of our group. i think it wpuld have been nice to have someine in the miking barn to explain the Robo coes to us. Otherwise it was a great trip.”

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Amsterdam Highlights Bike or E-Bike Tour - Starting beside Centraal Station and the old western harbor
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Amsterdam Highlights Bike or E-Bike Tour

6.Amsterdam Highlights Bike or E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,171 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Ride through Amsterdam with an English-speaking guide on a standard bike or e-bike, stopping at Jordaan, Anne Frank House, Vondelpark, Museum Square, Magere Brug, and Nieuwmarkt. Guides such as Sierra, Ellie, Sebastian, and Brin share local stories while keeping the group together. The ride suits confident cyclists aged 12 and up.

“Best way to see some highlights of Amsterdam, guide Rissa was very informative, looked after everyone.”

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Amsterdam: Relaxed City Highlights Guided Bike Tour - The canal belt and Amsterdam’s smallest house
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Amsterdam: Relaxed City Highlights Guided Bike Tour

7.Relaxed City Highlights Guided Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,069 reviews · 2 hours · from $34

Ride from near Amsterdam Central Station through the canal belt, Jordaan, Leidseplein, Vondelpark, Museumplein, and toward the Skinny Bridge. You get a city bike, safety briefing, local stories, and a stroopwafel. Groups are capped at 12, with Dutch and English guides such as Daniel, David, William, and Lucas.

“Syd the guide was fantastic - so knowledgeable and was a terrific guide We have done many of your tours and always exceptional!”

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Amsterdam: Top Highlights Guided Bike Tour - Jordaan and the Anne Frank House
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Amsterdam: Top Highlights Guided Bike Tour

8.Top Highlights Guided Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 964 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $23

Ride Amsterdam’s central streets and canals on a 1.5-hour guided tour with a small group of up to 15. Your English-speaking guide may be Eloise, Skip, Vic, or another local guide. Expect 3-speed bikes, photo stops, city stories, a stroopwafel, and a quick look at Jordaan, Museumplein, Dam Square, and the canal ring.

“Great company, great bikes, and excellent value for money. Loved the tour!”

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Amsterdam: Guided City Bike Tour in French - Starting at IJdok and riding through the Western Islands
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Amsterdam: Guided City Bike Tour in French

9.Guided City Bike Tour in French

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 806 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $41

Ride through central Amsterdam with a French-speaking guide for 2.5 hours and a maximum of 12 people. The route covers the Jordaan, canals, Anne Frank House, Vondelpark, the Jewish Quarter, Museumplein, and more. Guides include Pierre, Marcel, George, Marie, Paul, and Ana. Bikes, hand brakes, and baby seats are provided.

“Super tout à faire Malgré la pluie de ce premier janvier nous avons adoré ce tour Merci à notre guide”

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Bike Rental in Amsterdam - Exploring De Wallen and the canal belt
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Bike Rental in Amsterdam

10.Bike Rental in Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 528 reviews · 1 to 14 days (approx.) · from $13Best value

Pick up a well-maintained Amsterdam bike for 1 to 14 days, with locks, a bell, safety guidance, and local route tips included. Ride toward De Wallen, Museumplein, Vondelpark, De Pijp, the Amstel River, or farther into the countryside. Children’s bikes are available, while helmets and infant seats cost extra.

“Hahaha. Omg. Biking in Amsterdam…everyone bikes in Amsterdam. We had been in the city two days prior to renting our bikes. Two days and not once did we see any sort of mishap, until we rented bikes. My husband and I were with our adult daughters and decided to join the masses. We rented bikes from Discount Bike Rental, which is associated with A-Bike Rental & Tours. As a matter of fact, this address for Discount Bike Rentals was provided as one of four places we could rent our bikes. This came as somewhat of a surprise to Kino, the employee at DBR, but that didn’t stop him from treating…”

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Cheese, Canals & Windmill Countryside E-Bike Tour Amsterdam - Zunderdorp gives the ride a village scale
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Cheese, Canals & Windmill Countryside E-Bike Tour Amsterdam

11.Cheese, Canals & Windmill Countryside E-Bike Tour Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 501 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $87

Leave Amsterdam Centraal by bike ferry, then ride through North Holland’s flat countryside to windmill d’Admiraal, Zunderdorp, Ransdorp, and Nieuwendammerdijk. Your guide handles the route and local stories while you enjoy e-bike assistance, a Dutch snack, cheese tasting, and a clog-making stop. Bring layers for wind and rain.

“The views exceeded my expectations, the bikes were great and our tour guide, Stefan was kind, efficient and made it a very enjoyable experience. One of the highlights of our trip.”

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Amsterdam's Countryside Half-Day Bike Tour in Small Group - Getting started at Spuistraat 30
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Amsterdam’s Countryside Half-Day Bike Tour in Small Group

12.Amsterdam’s Countryside Half-Day Bike Tour in Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 460 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $48

Start at Spuistraat 30 at 9:30 am for a four-hour guided ride into Waterland, north of Amsterdam. You’ll pedal through flat polders, fishing villages, Holysloot, and Ransdorp, with stops for apple pie and a 1792 windmill. Guides such as Willem, Pearse, Astrid, and Sipko add local stories, while the 11-person limit keeps the ride personal.

“Scenic ride away from the busy streets of Amsterdam. Astrid was a wonderful guide, informative and friendly! You should go on this wonderful adventure!”

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Escape Amsterdam: E-Bike to Zaanse Schans Windmills & Zaandam - Starting behind Centraal Station and crossing to Noord
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Escape Amsterdam: E-Bike to Zaanse Schans Windmills & Zaandam

13.Escape Amsterdam: E-Bike to Zaanse Schans Windmills & Zaandam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 446 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $108

Trade Amsterdam’s canals for a 40 km pedal-assist ride through farm fields, villages, working windmills, Zaanse Schans, Zaandam, and NDSM Wharf. Your English-speaking guide leads a group of up to 10, with guides such as Gabe, Kevin, Phoebe, and Petra praised for their history, humor, and careful pacing. Helmets and rain ponchos are provided.

“Excellent bike ride through both the city and countryside. E bikes were great. We did about 45k. The paths are all paved and dedicated to bikes only. Our guide Petra very well informed and a joy to speak with. We had lunch with her. This was the busiest time in the last 10 years in Amsterdam and Petra got us all safely through the traffic during Sail Week. She made it so fun. She should get hazard pay for the job she did!!! The location of the shop was a little hard to find but the trip was excellent. Lots of sights to see including working wind mill. The Miller…”

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Amsterdam Bike Tour in Small Group + Optional Canal Cruise - Artis and De Gooyer Windmill
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Amsterdam Bike Tour in Small Group + Optional Canal Cruise

14.Amsterdam Bike Tour in Small Group + Optional Canal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 424 reviews · 2.5 - 3.5 hours · from $22

Ride through Amsterdam with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide in a group of up to 10. You’ll see Centraal Station, Artis, De Gooyer Windmill, Magere Brug, Museumplein, Vondelpark, and the Jordaan. The easy-paced bike tour lasts 2.5 to 3.5 hours, with an optional one-hour canal cruise afterward.

“It was amazing! thoroughly recommend! Our tour was led by Claire who made it funny and entertaining and we saw so much of Amsterdam! more than we would by foot. Also such lovely bikes to ride.”

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Rotterdam: 2.5-Hour Highlights Bike Tour - Starting at Baan 175 near Leuvehaven
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Rotterdam: 2.5-Hour Highlights Bike Tour

15.2.5-Hour Highlights Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 399 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $38

Cycle Rotterdam with a live English or Dutch guide from seeRotterdam, passing Central Station, City Hall, Markthal, Kop van Zuid, Hotel New York, Erasmus Bridge, parks, and museums. The relaxed route includes bike rental, a rain poncho, and coffee at a distinctive stop. You must be comfortable riding and arrive 15 minutes early.

“Astrid was a great guide showing us some hidden gems.”

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