Cycle Holland, Belgium, and Germany

Find yourself welcomed by open arms in Vlodrop, where you’ll be greeted at your hotel with a hot coffee and a delightful Dutch pastry. Settle into your room, then perhaps head out on a short test ride to nearby Roermond. If you’re feeling like relaxing after a long flight, unwind in the hotel’s pool and sauna complex for some R&R.

This morning, you’ll rise ready for an exciting first day of cycling! Enjoy a hearty breakfast, then set out on the first leg of the tour to Genk.

The route’s early stages have you tracing the Roer and the Meuse, making for the perfect introduction to these majestic, snaking rivers. You'll first ride to Masseik, marking your crossing into Belgium. Continue through the Hoge Kempen National Park's beautiful landscapes, soon reaching today's destination, Genk.

A phrase that best captures today’s journey is “from nature to culture.” Depart this morning via Bilzen, taking in the spectacular castle complex known as Alden Biesen, then continue the route via quiet country roads.

Cruise through the lovely border village of Kanne, then press on Maastricht, a stunning Burgundian city brimming with culture and with tons to see and do. Settle into your accommodations here, then set out to take in the city sights, perhaps checking out the iconic Vrijthof and Maas bridges for some great photos.

Say farewell to lovely Maastricht this morning following breakfast and get ready for another spellbinding ride today to Eupen. Heading south this morning, you’ll want to hop off your bike in Eijsden to take in the beauty of this small village before continuing past the Belgian border into the Voer region.

Some challenging climbs present themselves later in the route, but the rewards of superb vistas make it well worth the effort. Stop off in the Abbey of Val Dieu for a fascinating dose of cultural sightseeing, then continue the route to Eupen, where you’ll find tonight’s hotel.

Majestic scenes await on today’s route, which takes you through the stunning landscapes of the High Fens nature reserve. Pedal the green hills of the reserve, challenging yourself to some sizeable climbs, then enjoy a downhill ride to the idyllic town of Monschau. Spend some time exploring the lovely quaint streets of Monschau, perhaps popping into a café for a divine slice of Limburg pie before continuing the route along the Roer to Einruhr, where you’ll spend the night.

Continue to revel in the natural beauty of the Eifel this morning as you blaze a trail towards Düren. With the De Roer as your trusted guide, you’ll enjoy excellent cycle paths to the Flachland. Several charming villages come and go on the ride to Düren, and you can enjoy the freedom to pause in as many or as few as you’d like. Press on to tonight’s accommodations in Düren and enjoy a relaxing evening here.

Your final ride of the tour has you returning to the banks of the Roer this morning, a sight you’ve become very familiar and likely very fond of in recent days. Enjoy a pleasant ride to the marvellous city of Jülich and stop for lunch. Then, continue the route to Vlodrop, where you’ll spend one final night on the tour.

Enjoy a celebratory farewell dinner this evening, commemorating an epic week of cycling in Holland, Belgium, and Germany!

Indulge in a final breakfast at your hotel this morning, then check out to depart as your cycling adventure comes to an end.