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Bill's Bike Tour - The Ultimate Amsterdam Biking Experience
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17 Ratings
Amsterdam
Join Bill's Bike Tour in Amsterdam. Explore hidden gems, secret canals, and local culture with Bill and his mini poodle, Herman.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Hotel de Windketel - The smallest hotel in Europe of the 20th century.
- Keith Haring Mural - 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.
- Gashouder - 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.
- Tony’s Chocolonely Superstore - Chocolate tasting at 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.
- Haarlemmerpoort - Medieval entrance gate into Amsterdam from the direction of the city of Haarlem.
- Prinseneiland - 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.
- Molen De Bloem - 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.
- Houthavens - The former lumber port, recently reclaimed for new housing development. A sustainble, dynamic and beautiful neighborhood, showcasing the ongoing process of land reclamation.
- Hotel Pontsteiger - 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.
- Pllek - 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 - 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.
- Veronica Ship - The Veronica Ship in Amsterdam North is the inspiration of the famous movie Pirate Radio
- Museum Het Schip - Iconic 1923 apartment complex with a museum highlighting Amsterdam School Architecture, which greatly inspired the famous Barcelona architect Antoni Gaudí.
- West Pacific Westergasfabriek - We conclude the tour at cafe Pacific, Bill’s favorite bar in Amsterdam. We share a drink, stories and make new friends!
- Realengracht - The most scenic wooden draw bridges in Amsterdam.
What's Included
- Tips, tricks and recommendations for your stay in Amsterdam
- Transfer by ferry
- Photos and videos of the tour
- Snacks
- Bicycle use
What's Not Included
- We end the tour with a drink in a local bar. The drink is not included in the price.
Additional Information
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!
Location
Polonceaukade 23
Polonceaukade
The tour starts at the bike rack next to the terrace of cafe Pacific Parc, along side the canal. In case you come by taxi or Uber tell the driver to drop you off at Haarlemmerweg 225.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(17 Ratings)
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B3735pysallyb
May 22, 2024
Great tour - This tour is awesome! Pim takes you to places you wouldn't normally go and his little dog is a treasure. Put on you list to do!
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Sally_b
May 21, 2024
Awesome experience - My hubby and I did this tour a couple of days ago and had a fantastic time. Pim shows you parts of Amsterdam you normally wouldn't see and explains things in an easy to understand way. His little dog Herman is an absolute delight and we all got a cuddle. Would definitely recommended doing this tour
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Jon_m
May 6, 2024
Fantastic way to spend a few hours in Amaterdam - We had 24 hours in Amsterdam and wanted to use it well! So glad we found Bill’s tour. It was fascinating and a great way to see parts of the city we might not have gone to otherwise. Bill knows the area inside out, and is a great storyteller - we learnt so much about the city’s history! Gliding around on lovely comfortable bikes and with Herman the pup, it was glorious. Can’t recommend this enough. Thank you so much Bill!
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Lauren_s
Apr 25, 2024
Highlight of my time in Amsterdam - Pim (and his sweet pup Herman) was a fantastic guide on our bike tour the other day!!! I felt very safe, since we were not biking in the most crowded parts of town, and I enjoyed seeing a slice of what it’s actually like to live in Amsterdam. I learned a lot about Dutch culture and norms as well. It was also really nice that Pim was taking photos and videos throughout to send us after, so nobody felt the need to have our phones out while biking. Would definitely do this tour again, and highly recommend to anyone looking for a slightly off-the-beaten-path activity! I was traveling solo and the small group of folks on my tour were all friendly! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Ericafh214nd
Sep 28, 2023
10/10 - 10/10 great local bike tour. Pim (Bill) was friendly and gave us a fun and insightful tour. His little dog came along for the ride as well, which is always an added plus!
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And0lynf
Sep 25, 2023
Pim and Hermaan's bike tour gets ALL the stars!! 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩 - I booked Pim's bike tour for me and my husband based on all of the Airbnb reviews. They were all very positive, but our experience exceeded my expectations. Pim is delightful, warm and loves his city. You can tell how much he enjoys sharing it with everyone. Of course, being a dog lover, having Hermaan along for the ride was a bonus! The whole experience was totally positive and I cannot recommend it highly enough! I know it will be a highlight of your trip to Amsterdam as it was for us!!
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796karil
Sep 2, 2023
Do not miss this bike tour! - Don’t hesitate! Just book this tour! It was so much fun biking in the city (the less populated areas) Pim was great-patient, kind and knowledgeable. I learned so much.
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Dj41
Aug 11, 2023
Highest recommendation!! - Fantastic tour, so enjoyable, informative and entertaining yet also safe and relaxing. Pim is a super pleasant person, full of good stories and great information / insights about Amsterdam. His loyal companion Hermann (pictured here) is the other star of the ride! This tour was a definite highlight of our stay in Amsterdam. Highly highly recommended!
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Mkg5813wb
Jul 19, 2023
Easily the best bike tour in Amsterdam! - Do the 4-hour option!! Time flew by seamlessly and was worth every penny. Pim is a great story teller and an chill guide, making the experience memorable.
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Mdemerath
Jul 13, 2023
Amsterdam bike tour - An awesome personal and off the beaten path tour of beautiful and cool parts of the city that are not often seen. Bill was an incredible guide and our whole family thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
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