Our #1 question… what is it “typically” like?

Unfortunately, the weather and weather forecasts in Holland can be unpredictable. In the summer it can be pleasant, it can be wet, it can be very hot. In the late Spring and early Fall it can be perfect, but it can also get cold and wet. So riders need to plan for any situation. The number one thing that will ensure you have a comfortable tour is a good rain jacket that you have tested is fully waterproof. We will be riding each day rain or shine.

Simply follow the link below to our registration page. You’ll need to fill in all of your information, including your 300 USD deposit per person now. We will send you a link to pay the remaining balance, which we must receive no later than 6 weeks before the start of the tour.

We can issue a partial refund if necessary as follows:

• 90 days or more before departure date = 100% refund minus bank / credit card feeds.
• 60 to 89 days before departure date = You will incur a 50 USD cancellation fee plus bank / credit card feeds.
• 45 to 59 days before departure date = Will will incur a 100 USD cancellation fee minus bank / credit card feeds.
• Shorter than 45 days notice = We cannot issue a refund after this time due to lodging, bicycle, and tour reservations already being placed..

If you are traveling with another person, we will place you together in a room. (there are 2 people and 2 beds per room). If you are traveling by yourself (or with an odd number of people) then we will do our best to match you up with another rider on our tour of the same gender.

If you are in a room by yourself you will need to pay a single supplement fee of $575 USD.

We cannot currently offer a triple room discount as not all hotels offer triples.

21 and over.

Yes, it is illegal to ride a bike intoxicated. And because Belgian beer can include a lot more alcohol then an average beer, the follow items are put in place for this tour:

• When possible, our beer / brewery / biercafe visits will be at the end of the day.

• There are several days where the brewery visit is mid-day. Riders will be expected to use moderation when drinking beers during the daily rides. There will be several occasions where we will stop for lunch and have a beer, however, this does not mean we will accept or tolerate over-drinking when additional riding is necessary.

• On most occasions our riders tend to share beers with each other. This helps everyone a sample a larger variety of beers, limit their intake, and also save money. We encourage this method when possible.

• All riders are required to sign a waiver at the beginning of the tour removing us from liability if over drinking cases any damage of any kind. This is non-negotiable.

• Due to each rider’s size / weight / body type, we cannot easily put a hard limit on the amount of drinks one consumes before becoming intoxicated. Since we’re all adults everyone will need to make these decisions on their own. (Although our guides won’t hesitate to let you know if we think you’ve had too much)

Yes, you are more than welcome to bring your own bike with the following conditions:

• In must be in good enough condition to support you and your equipment for the length of the tour.

• If the tour is self supported it must have a rear-rack that can hold panniers, which you we can loan you, or you can bring your own.

• You also bring your own lock.

• You bring your own spare tubes.

• We have plenty of extra helmets if you need to borrow one.

• Beercycling will not be liable for damages made to your personal bike on the trip, although we will help when possible with mechanical issues or questions.

Dutch is the national language! And it’s fun to learn, you’ll see many similar words from English to Dutch. English is also very widely used and recognized throughout the country, and all of our brewery tours will be in English.

• Bottle of beer = 5 to 6 Euros at a cafe (rare and speciality beers will be more)

• Dinner = Expect about 30 to 45 Euros for a good-sized quality meal.

• Tipping is not obligatory as this is service is included in VAT (Value Added Tax) at all restaurants. That said, a small tip 5% or leaving behind extra change is appreciated.

• Breakfasts – will mostly consist of a typical “continental style” which will vary, but you can expect: Bread / Jams, Cereal, Milk, Juice, Coffee, Fruit, Pastries, etc. Every hotel we use on our tours provides breakfast, so it is convenient to eat whenever you wish in the morning before our departure time.

• Snacks – Along the ride the guides will carry snacks that can be shared by the entire group. These will include candy, energy bars, fruit, extra water, etc. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own snacks or buy them along the way as well.

• Lunches – Will consist of either picnic lunches, or dining at bicycle-friendly cafes. For the picnic lunches we will have spreads of meat, cheeses, breads, fruit, chips, among others. There will always be a vegetarian option each day. Again, if you prefer to buy or carry your own lunch every day you are more than welcome to. If you have any special dietary restrictions please make a note of this on your registration form. We will do our best to accommodate your requests.

• Dinner – Everyone is on their own for dinner each night. Some nights we will go as a group to a beer cafe / restaurant, but this is optional. Typical Holland cuisine is delicious and can include anything from pasta, sandwiches, salads, steaks, seafood, soups, and our favorites: Pancakes.

We recommend packing light. (More room to take beer home!) For self supported tours, the bags on the bikes are fairly large and should accommodate all necessary clothing for a 10 day tour. If you run out of room in your bags we can either help you mount another bag on the top of your rear rack, or place some equipment on one of the guides bikes if available. Please keep in mind that you will have use of a storage facility at the bike shop on Day #1 you can use and reclaim your items once the tour is over. A typical packlist for this trip is as follows:

• Lightweight shirts = 3 or 4

• Underwear = 3 or 4 pairs

• Socks = 3 or 4 pairs

• Pants = 1 pair

• Shorts = 1 pair (Padded cycling shorts are recommended if you haven’t spent much time on a bike seat)

• Waterproof lightweight rain shell

• Lightweight jacket

• 1 pair of shoes for on the bike (cycling shoes or running/gym shoes is fine)

• 1 pair of shoes for off the bike (hiking sandals or flip flops, or just skip this and use your on-bike shoes)

• Sunglasses

• Gloves (for cycling, should be lightweight)

• Water bottles are included with bicycle rental (or you can bring a camelbak which can double for extra storage)

• Camera + batteries + charger

• Personal documents (passport, credit cards)

• Hygiene products / Sunscreen / Chapstick

• Bungee cord (to strap extra items to your bike rack)

• A couple zip lock bags (helps on rainy days to extra waterproof your phone or other items)

• We do not recommend carrying a laptop computer due to space constraints. Several hotels will have computers you can use, or if you have a smartphone you can connect it to WiFi in order to get internet access. Some past riders have brought small netbooks which squeeze in nicely with luggage.

Depending on the country you are traveling from, please consult your embassy for visa information prior to arrival. In general, one does not need a special visa to enter/exit the Netherlands. Please remember to bring a passport to show identification when necessary along the trip. Sometimes hotels will ask for copies of your passport when we check in.

No special vaccinations are necessary for travel to the Netherlands.

It is not required, but it is recommended. This can be used for lost luggage, medical expenses, etc. Each person is on their own for this, we do not offer an insurance policy. Also check with your credit card company, sometimes they offer included travel insurance.

In the very unlikely event that we need to cancel a trip each person will be issued a 100% refund. We cannot, unfortunately, provide a refund for your other expenses like airfare. In all cases Beercycling has backup tour guides waiting should something happen to your primary guide.

Nope. But tipping is very much appreciated and helps ensure the ability of our guides to run more and more tours each year!