Amsterdam Small-Group Bike Tour With Optional Canal Cruise

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About this activity

Discover Amsterdam like a local on a 2.5-hour bike tour along the city’s iconic canals. Cover the 20% of the city you can’t explore on foot, riding safely on quiet lanes away from the busy city centre.

Explore Vondelpark, The Jordaan, De 9 Straatjes, Centraal Station, and pass top museums such as the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, and NEMO. Hear fascinating stories, uncover hidden gems, and enjoy a truly memorable two-wheeled adventure, perfect for first-time visitors and those familiar with the city.

At the end of the tour, you can keep your bike for as long as you like, asking the guide about rates and conditions on the same day. Ideal for families, couples, and groups, this tour combines fun, safety, and authenticity, showcasing Amsterdam from a unique local perspective, blending culture, history, and the city’s urban and natural landscapes.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Amsterdam Guías & Tours

Ages: Children (10–17 years) · Adults (18–65 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 1-hour canal cruise (if option selected)
Included: Professional guide
Included: Use of bicycle
Included: 2.5-hour guided bike tour in small group of max 10 people

Not included

Not included: Personal insurance
Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Bike rental after the tour (ask guide for rates)
Not included: Transfers to the starting point

Itinerary

Centraal Station

Passing by

Amsterdam Centraal is the Dutch's main station, located right in the heart of Amsterdam, easy walking distance from most of the city's sights.

The impressive building was designed by Pierre Cuypers and completed in 1884.

Cuypers also designed the Rijksmuseum, the similarity is not coincidence.
De Gooyer Windmill

10 min

How can you leave the city without visiting a windmill, on this tour you will pass by one of the most famous windmills still standing and we will tell you all about it.
ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo

Passing by

ARTIS was founded under the name Natura Artis Magistra in 1838, with the objective of "Promoting the knowledge of Natural History".
Magere Brug

Passing by

The narrowest bridge in Amsterdam has been a national monument since 2002. The bridge is the setting for many a movies.
Stop 5

Passing by

We will stop at Museum Square, the centre of Amsterdam's museum quarter, to admire and talk about some of the most important art centres in the country.
Vondelpark

Passing by

In the heart of Amsterdam, Vondelpark is the "Central Park" of Amsterdam and a great opportunity to take pictures!
The Jordaan

Passing by

We will bike through the Jordaan Quarter. This former working class neighbourhood is one of Amsterdam's most picturesque areas and the small and narrow streets and canals. We will pass by close to Anna Frank and The Westerkerk
Prins Hendrik Bust

one hour Admission included

Enjoy a 1-hour cruise through the canals of Amsterdam

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The start point of the bike tour will be the bikes shop "Bike is Ready"

End point

The start point of the bike tour will be the bikes shop "Bike is Ready"

Using your ticket

The starting point for the cycle tour will be Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 114, 1012 SH Amsterdam, at the ‘Bike is ready’ shop. See the map here

Every day at 10.30 and 14.30 (participants must be at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the departure time)

The tour includes bike hire for the duration of the ride. Once the tour is over, you can keep the bike for as long as you like… Just ask the guide about the rates and conditions at the start or end of the tour.

Book with the canal cruise option:

At the end of the tour, our guide will give you your tickets and the timetable for the canal cruise.

Please note that the activity lasts 3 hours 30 minutes, not including the waiting time before the canal cruise. After the walking tour (around 30–45 minutes later), you’ll enjoy a 1-hour luxury cruise along Amsterdam’s canals.

The boat is covered in winter and on rainy days.

*The tour requires a minimum of 4 participants; it may be cancelled if this minimum is not reached.

Emergency telephone number: +31 689937548

Terms and conditions of participation:

Participants confirm that they know how to ride a bicycle and are in good health.

Furthermore, neither the company nor the guide accepts any liability arising from the improper or negligent use of the bicycle during the cycle tour. In any event, participants must hold accident insurance if required.

The hirer hereby agrees to accept full responsibility in the event of any injury to any person, damage to the bicycle, or loss of the bicycle during the tour.

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.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Guaranteed departure - tour won't be cancelled

Options

ENG Tour + 1h canal cruise

ENG Bike tour + 1h cruise: 30/45 min after the bike tour, you will enjoy a 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise (depends on the availability).

Bike included + canal cruise
English Tour (Bike included)

Bike included
Spanish Tour (Bike included)

Bike included
Bike tour in Spanish (NO BIKE INCLUDED)

You must bring your own bike: NO BIKE RENTAL INCLUDED
Bike tour in English (BIKE NOT INCLUDED)

You must bring your own bike: NO BIKE RENTAL INCLUDED
Spanish Tour + 1h Canal cruise

Bike Tour in ESP + 1h cruise: 30/45 min after the bike tour, you will enjoy 1 hour Amsterdam canal cruise (depends on the availability).

Bike included + canal cruise