Treat yourself to an unforgettable beginning to your journey with two memorable days in the French capital—the City of Lights, elegance, and art de vivre. Upon arrival at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to your centrally located hotel, the Hotel des Grands Voyageurs, a stylish and central base with major landmarks just a stroll or metro ride away.

Your tour leader will already be available to you as a personal concierge—ready with tips, bookings, and inspiration for spontaneous discoveries. With Paris at your feet, this time is yours to enjoy! Stand beneath the Louvre’s glass pyramid and dive into a world of artistic wonder. Wander the cobbled streets of Le Marais or sip espresso in Saint-Germain. Climb Sacré-Cœur for views over Montmartre, shop the iconic Champs-Élysées, or picnic among the fountains in the Luxembourg Gardens.

Meals: 2 breakfasts
Accommodation: 2 nights at Hotel des Grands Voyageurs

Upon arrival at Paris Charles ge Gaulle Airport, a representative will meet you and escort you by private minivan to Hotel des Grands Voyageurs, your deluxe and centrally located home in the city. There, your tour leader will greet you with a warm welcome and assist with check-in. Acting as your personal concierge throughout your stay, they’ll be on hand for tips, recommendations, or any arrangements you need.

Later in the afternoon, meet your guides and fellow travelers for the first official highlight of your adventure: the Seine Welcome Cruise—a private canal boat tour offering your first glimpse of Paris from the water. Afterward, enjoy some free time to explore the neighborhood or simply soak in the magic of your first evening in the City of Lights.

Accommodation: Hotel des Grands Voyageurs

Today begins with a scenic coach transfer from Paris to the medieval heart of Flanders—Bruges! Here you’ll board the deluxe Magnifique X, your floating boutique hotel for the week. Settle into your suite, get acquainted with your bike, and take a short stroll or ride to absorb Bruges’ enchanting atmosphere. Get to know your fellow passengers over a delicious dinner on board the ship, and wind down with an after-dinner drink or a soak in the hot tub on deck.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Cabin suite on the Magnifique X

The morning is yours to savor Bruges—cobblestone lanes, medieval façades, and quiet canals invite one last unhurried stroll, perhaps with a coffee before you set off. After lunch onboard, you head out by bike through rolling countryside and peaceful fields toward Ghent. As you approach this lively university city, its historic towers and vibrant energy come gradually into view, offering a striking contrast to the storybook calm of the morning.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Cycling: 34 or 45 km (21 or 27 mi)
Accommodation: Cabin suite on the Magnifique X

You start by cycling into Ghent, with time to explore its historic heart at your own pace—Gothic spires, elegant squares, and lively cafés reveal a city that balances deep history with youthful spirit. From there, the route follows the gentle curves of the Schelde River through open countryside and small villages where life moves at an easy rhythm. A relaxed countryside picnic adds to the sense of calm before you arrive in the quiet riverside town of St. Amands, where the ship is waiting and the evening unfolds at a blissfully unhurried pace.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Cycling: 38 or 50 km (24 or 31 mi)
Accommodation: Cabin suite on the Magnifique X

You continue along the Schelde toward Antwerp, Belgium’s vibrant port city, as the scenery gradually shifts from green landscapes to elegant urban architecture. Highlights include the soaring Cathedral of Our Lady—home to masterpieces by Peter Paul Rubens—the lively Grote Markt with its ornate guild houses, and a special included visit to the Red Star Line Museum, a moving tribute to the millions of emigrants who once departed Europe for a new life in America. The evening is yours to enjoy at your own pace, whether over dinner in one of the city’s many bistros or with a local Belgian beer as the sun sets over the Schelde.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Cycling: 30 or 41 km (19 or 25 mi)
Accommodation: Cabin suite on the Magnifique X

After a morning cruise out of Antwerp, you disembark near the Kreekrak Locks and cross into the Netherlands by bike, following forested paths through the lush Wouwse Plantage toward Bergen op Zoom. There, you enjoy lunch before joining a guided walk through the historic city center. A short final ride brings you back to the ship, and while cruising toward Dordrecht, an onboard talk brings Dutch culture and landscapes into focus.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Cycling: 22 or 34 km (14 or 21 mi)
Accommodation: Cabin suite on the Magnifique X

The day starts with a scenic Waterbus ride to Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where 19 majestic windmills—some dating back to the 18th century—stand against the open sky, a testament to Dutch ingenuity in managing the country’s ever-challenging relationship with water. From there, you cycle through the Alblasserwaard, a serene region of canals, lush fields, and vast skies, with a traditional Taste of Holland lunch along the way. You finish in Schoonhoven, known as the “Silver City” for its long silversmithing tradition. Dinner is on your own tonight—your tour leader is happy to recommend a restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Cycling: 32 or 45 km (19 or 27 mi)
Accommodation: Cabin suite on the Magnifique X

Today’s ride leads you through the pastoral Dutch Green Heart, a tranquil region of small villages, quiet roads, and timeless landscapes nestled between the country’s major cities. Along the way, you visit a traditional cheese farm for a taste of local flavors and stop in Oudewater to see the historic Witches’ Weigh House, a fascinating relic of the Netherlands’ past. By late afternoon, you arrive in Utrecht, one of the country’s most elegant and lively cities, before the ship departs and continues sailing toward Haar.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Cycling: 44 km (27 mi.)
Accommodation: Cabin suite on the Magnifique X

After breakfast, the ship navigates to Breukelen, where you say goodbye to the crew before setting off on a final relaxed bike ride along peaceful canal paths and green parkways toward Amsterdam—with time to stop for lunch on your own in a charming village or local café. Upon arrival, you check in to the centrally located Hoxton Lloyd Amsterdam. In the late afternoon, the journey comes to a close with a private farewell reception aboard a classic canal boat—a final toast to new friendships, the week’s highlights, and Amsterdam’s beauty from the water.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: The Hoxton Lloyd Hotel

After breakfast, it’s time to bid farewell as your journey comes to a close. Your tour leader will ensure a smooth transfer to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, assisting with departures and offering a warm goodbye after a week of unforgettable cycling, cruising, and discovery.

Not ready to leave just yet? Stay on for two extra nights in Amsterdam and enjoy a relaxed finale in one of Europe’s most charming cities. You’ll be based at The Hoxton Lloyd, a stylish 4-star hotel in a beautifully restored waterfront building with a vibrant promenade of shops and cafés just outside. From here, explore at your own pace—stroll the leafy canals, visit the Van Gogh Museum, unwind in Vondelpark, or sip a last espresso in the Jordaan. Your tour leader remains available for tips, dinner reservations, or one more toast to an incredible adventure.

Meals: Breakfast

Why wrap up your adventure when you can let it crescendo in Amsterdam, where historic canals meet vibrant city life? You’ll simply continue your stay at the stylish 4-star Hoxton Lloyd hotel, making this extension as seamless as possible. Your tour leader will be there to welcome you, offer local tips, and help you make the most of your time—whether you’re eager to explore or simply unwind.

With flexible free time and friendly guidance, you can discover Amsterdam at your own pace. Wander the iconic canal-lined streets, visit world-class museums like the Rijksmuseum or Van Gogh Museum, or enjoy a quiet coffee in the charming Jordaan district. If you’re interested in the Anne Frank House, we’ll help secure those must-book-early tickets too.

Meals: 2 breakfasts
Accommodation: 2 nights at The Hoxton Lloyd Hotel