FAIRFIELD, Conn. – Boat Bike Tours will introduce a new Heart of Tulips tour in spring 2027 that combines distinctive Dutch experiences with comforts that start upon arrival for a colorful, active exploration of the Netherlands. Discover flower-filled fields, waterside scenery, historic towns and quieter, more exclusive moments, and enjoy a relaxing hotel night in Amsterdam, accommodations aboard a refined all-suite ship and guided bike rides with van support. The nine-day tour starts at €3,199 per person based on double occupancy. For more information, visit https://www.boatbiketours.com/tours/heart-of-tulips/.
“The Netherlands’ tulips are only out for a few weeks every spring, and because growers rotate their fields, it’s a little bit of a hunt for the best color – so you want to get it right,” said Laurens Winkel, CEO of Boat Bike Tours. “Traveling by bike and boat gives you an up-close view of the flowers, instead of from the window of a bus, and offers the comfort of a floating boutique hotel. If a friend of mine came to visit, this is exactly the trip I’d take them on.”
Distinctive Dutch Experiences
Starting and ending in Amsterdam, the Heart of Tulips tour is an authentic exploration of Holland’s colorful landscape and rich heritage.
- Daily bike rides will take guests through Europe’s most celebrated bulb-growing region, charming villages and fortified towns. Along the way, they’ll also discover quieter, more exclusive moments:
Walk through the Zaanse Schans neighborhood, where wooden houses, artisan workshops and windmills preserve tradition. - See rare and historic bulbs at the intimate Hortus Bulborum garden and museum, as well as spectacular displays at the world-famous Keukenhof flower park.
- Bike among the sweeping sand dunes and coastal scenery of the Noordhollands Duinreservaat, a striking contrast to flower fields.
- Visit the Alkmaar cheese market before it opens for the day, while the ritual of inspecting, weighing and trading cheese wheels is being set up.
- Take in the extraordinary scale of the Aalsmeer flower auction at dawn, then return to the ship for breakfast.
A scenic cruise across the expansive waters of the Ijsselmeer, a sailing dinner between Volendam and Huizen, and a private boat tour through the historic trading town of Hoorn are also included.
Comfort Upon Arrival
To ensure a relaxed experience, comfort is built into every stage of the Heart of Tulips tour.
Upon arrival, guests will be greeted with airport transfers and a first night in an Amsterdam hotel, allowing them to adjust at their own pace before boarding the Magnifique X.
On the ship, they’ll find refined all-suite accommodations, a lounge with panoramic windows and a bar that opens onto an outdoor deck, a rooftop sundeck with a hot tub, and a restaurant for slow breakfasts and chef-prepared dinners that include beer and wine.
And on rides, they’ll enjoy routes from 15 to 34 miles with shorter options on longer days, two guides on bikes and a third tour leader in a support van for personalized attention, and several picnic lunches, including one by a village church in Waterland.
Tulips for Every Travel Style
The new Heart of Tulips tour joins a wide variety of springtime tulip tours for every travel style.
They include the 8-Day Tulip Tour Premium and 5-Day Tulip Tour Premium, the 8-Day Sail and Bike Tulip Tour aboard sailing ships, and the semi-guided Tulips and Dutch Highlights Tour for travelers who prefer more independence.
Travel Advisor-Friendly
Boat Bike Tours has a new North American office in Connecticut and works with travel advisors. To stay informed of products and special offers, advisors can register at https://www.boatbiketours.com/agency-registration/.
About Boat Bike Tours
With more than 45 years of experience, Boat Bike Tours is the leading operator of boat-and-bike tours in Europe, blending relaxation and adventure. Enjoy the convenience of a floating hotel with comfortable accommodations, delicious meals and a welcoming crew, and pedal at your own pace, whether in a small group with a knowledgeable guide or riding independently. Along the way, experience intimate connections with local people, cultural delights, historical landmarks and picturesque landscapes. For more information, call 203-814-1249 or visit https://www.boatbiketours.com/.