Bill's Bike Tour Amsterdam - Culture, Liberalism & Tolerance

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My puppy Herman is the perfect family dog and he loves kids! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Puppy Herman loves Amsterdam School Architecture — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Hi friends!

A very warm welcome. You found the ultimate Amsterdam biking experience! In this unique bike tour you escape the crowded city center. You will explore Amsterdam through the eyes of your local hero Pim (Bill in English) and his adorable mini poodle Herman.

Without a doubt this is the quintessential Amsterdam bike tour and it is designed to fully immerse you in Dutch culture and the local Amsterdam's biking scene. Bill has selected a beautiful and safe route through the back streets of Amsterdam.

Bill and Herman will take you through their neighborhood on a magical journey! They will show you the hidden gems, revealing the secrets of Amsterdam. You will see a windmill, house boats, explore a beautiful park and navigate a secret canal district. We even take a ferry and discover an abandoned shipping wharf plastered with pop-up art and graffiti.

Join this one-of-a-kind bike tour and let Bill and Herman take you for a spin. Hop on and join the ride!

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Bill's Bike Tour

Ages: Infants (12–14 years) · Adults (15–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tips, tricks and recommendations for your stay in Amsterdam
Included: Transfer by ferry
Included: Photos and videos of the tour
Included: Snacks: A small chocolate treat
Included: Bicycle use: Use of bicycle

Not included

Not included: Bottled water: Feel free to bring your own water and non-alcoholic drinks to stay refreshed during the tour.

Itinerary

Stop 1

10 min

The smallest hotel in Europe of the 20th century.
Stop 2

10 min

The biggest piece on public display in Europe of famous New York artist Keith Haring, painted on the wall of the former depot of the Stedelijk Museum.
Stop 3

10 min

At windmill the Cornflower Bill will explain everything about draining the lands, land reclamation and how a quarter of the Netherlands (the Lowlands) is below sea level.
Tony's Chocolonely Superstore

15 min

Chocolate tasting at the former location of Tony’s Chocolonely, the company that upset the global chocolate industry by introducing a slave free chocalate bar produced without the use of child labor.
Gashouder

10 min

The most exquisite night club in Amsterdam, located in a former gas factory, where famous DJs like Armin van Buuren, Hardwell, Afrojack, Tiësto, DonDiablo and Martin Garrix had their big break through.
Prinseneiland

10 min

A secret canal district where you will experience the full glory of the canal system in Amsterdam away from the tourist crowds in the city center.
Stop 7

5 min

Medieval entrance gate into Amsterdam from the direction of the city of Haarlem.
Houthavens

10 min

The former lumber port, recently reclaimed for new housing development. A sustainble, dynamic and beautiful neighborhood, showcasing the ongoing process of land reclamation.
Stop 9

5 min

Adjacent to Pontsteiger Pier and overlooking the River IJ, this contemporary hotel in a square arch-shaped building is 3 km from the Anne Frank House and 4 km from the Rijksmuseum.
Stop 10

30 min

We make a short stop for a snack and a drink in the hippest bar in Amsterdam. This is a luxury container bar with a gravel beach looking over the IJ river with a unique vibe.
NDSM Wharf

30 min

Undisputedly the best kept secret hidden gem in Amsterdam, just one quick ferry ride across the river IJ. Here you will see loads of graffiti and pop-up art from local artists.
Stop 12

Passing by

The Veronica Ship in Amsterdam North is the inspiration of the famous movie Pirate Radio
Museum Het Schip

10 min

Iconic 1923 apartment complex with a museum highlighting Amsterdam School Architecture, which greatly inspired the famous Barcelona architect Antoni Gaudí.
West Pacific Westergasfabriek

15 min

We conclude the tour at cafe Pacific, Bill's favorite bar in Amsterdam. We share a drink, stories and make new friends!
Stop 15

10 min

The most scenic wooden draw bridges in Amsterdam.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

All tours start and finish under the water tower in front of Café Amsterdam. Please navigate to Waterspiegelplein 10 and walk to the water tower. In case you come by taxi or Uber, please SHOW the address to the driver.

End point

All tours start and finish under the water tower in front of Café Amsterdam. Please navigate to Waterspiegelplein 10 and walk to the water tower. In case you come by taxi or Uber, please SHOW the address to the driver.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.