

Island Hopping in Holland
The West Frisian Wadden Sea by bike and under Canvas
- The Westfrisian islands Texel and Terschelling, sailing day in the mud flat
- Daily routes ●●○○○
- Altitude profile ●○○○○
- Full board!
- Bike & Sail: Leafde, Wapen or Mare fan Fryslân
days
8
km / day avg.
50
Cast off the ropes and set sail in Holland – it's time to go island hopping! You will be sailing across Lake Yssel to the Dutch North Sea islands on a magnificent sailing boat. You will drop anchor in old traditional trading towns that used to welcome boats and people from all over the world. And you will go ashore to explore the area by bike. But the water is never far. And there's always enough time for a quick dip, should you feel the urge! Look forward to orchids that grow in the wild on Texel island, the fascination of the tides in the shallows, century-old lighthouses and windmills both large and small! In the evening you return to your majestic three-masted schooner. Island-hopping in Holland is the romance of the sea-farer and bike tours through fantastic scenery.
Itinerary
- Booking codes
Leafde fan Fryslân – NL-NHSWL-08I
Mare fan Fryslân – NL-NHSWM-08I
Wapen fan Fryslân – NL-NHSWW-08I - Start / Destination
Enkhuizen - Duration
8 days, 7 nights - Length
approx. 240 km
Daily routes ●●○○○
between 25 and 60 km, Ø 50 km
Altitude profile ●○○○○

The three-masted schooners Leafde, Mare and Wapen fan Fryslân
Leafde fan Fryslân: 2018, the boat sets sail for the first time for Bike & Sail tours. A maximum of 25 guests can be accommodated on the imposing three-masted barquentine. A restaurant, once decorated in a nautical style, an old ship bar and of course comfortably fitted cabins. In the wheelhouse is a beautiful sitting area from which you have wonderful views of the sea. On the deck you'll find sufficient sitting and a whirlpool for relaxing at the end of days spent in the saddle.
Mare fan Fryslân: The impressive three-masted schooner has been converted to an extravagant sailing cruiser. Driven by the wind, following the shifting of the tides, you sail across the IJsselmeer and into the North Sea. If you like, your skipper will show you how to hoist the white sail. If you prefer relaxing to rolling up your sleeves, step into the whirlpool, enjoy the fresh sea breeze on the large deck and find a pleasant seat and pick up your book for a read in the wood-panelled saloon.
Wapen fan Fryslân: This stately, former freight ship, Wapen fan Fryslân is a twin mast schooner right out of a picture book: 55 m long and with a sail spanning 550 m² it is the biggest in The Netherlands. Erik van Aken is the experienced skipper who will accompany you on this exciting tour. He likes to see his guests giving a hand on deck. Relaxation can be found in the whirlpool on deck.
Show more Show lessDay 1: Individual arrival in Enkhuizen
The starting point is Enkhuizen, a time-honoured harbour town. Back when Dutch ships controlled most of the trade in Southeast Asia, one of the headquarters of the company was located here. Today the harbour is a popular tourist destination due to its excellent location at the Ijsselmeer. The historic centre attests to the town’s golden age in the 16th century.
Day 2: Enkhuizen – Medemblik, approx. 25 / 40 km, Medemblik – Den Oever – Texel Island (by boat)
Today you will cycle along the old Zuiderzee dike to Medemblik, the oldest West Frisian town. Here you can explore historic houses, street cafés or Castle Radboud, before cycling to Den Oever. The village has a small, cosy fishing harbour. Depending on the weather you will already sail across the Wadden See to the island of Texel toady. Travelling through the locks into the North Sea is a great experience!
Day 3: Round trip on Texel Island, up to 50 km
Texel – that´s pure relaxation in striking natural surroundings. The fascinating dune landscape of the national park evolved during several centuries. One example is the biodiversity of the bird life and millions of wild orchids. Dream-like beaches encourage visitors to go for a swim in the refreshing seawater, picturesque villages with cosy cafés and restaurants invite you to linger.
Day 4: Texel – Terschelling, sailing day
You will spend today on the Wapen fan Fryslân and enjoy the West Frisian Wattenmeer on a say of sailing. Relax on desk before arriving to the island of Terschelling. This island is also known as Amsterdam of the Wattenmeer and offers visitors countless photo opportunities with its pretty villages.
Day 5: Round trip on Terschelling Island, up to 40 km, Terschelling Island – Harlingen (by boat)
Along the 70 km long cycle route, the long island of Terschelling offers amazing views of the Wattenmeer, dunes and beaches which stretch almost along the entire northern coast of the island. Terschelling-West is the largest town on the island with many countless shops and pubs. The 400 year old lighthouse Brandaris, the symbol of the island can be seen in the distance. In the late afternoon you are sailing to Harlingen.
Day 6: Harlingen – Franeker – Makkum, approx. 50 / 60 km
The province of Friesland is proud of itself. Not just the language and its history but also the countryside makes it different to the rest of the country. The locals agree: In Friesland you can expect to see The Netherlands most beautiful province. On your bike you pedal from Harlingen, a lively harbour town through the expansive countryside to Makkum. In this popular holiday resort, with a generous beach promenade look forward to your majestic sailing boat. If you fancy a longer tour, you can cycle to Bolsward. The Frisian town grew out of a shipyard.
Day 7: Makkum – Stavoren, approx. 30 / 50 km, Stavoren – Enkhuizen (by boat)
After spending the night in Makkum harbour, you hop on to your bike for the last time: the tour to Stavoren first takes you to the small town of Hindeloopen. With not even as many as 1000 inhabitants, it still counts as one of the eleven Frisian towns. Honourable old captain's houses tell stories of the boom times of the Dutch trading colonies. Next you get to choose: you can either take the direct route along the coast to Stavoren or try a detour to the Frisian lakes. In Stavoren, the sails are hoisted again - your destination is Enkhuizen.
Day 8: Individual departure
After breakfast your Holland island hopping cruise unfortunately comes to a close. You will disembark from the boat and begin your return journey home.
Show more Show lessDates / prices / services
Leafde fan Fryslân
Services
- 7 nights on board
- Full board (7 x breakfast, 5 x packed lunch, 1 x lunch, 1 x packed dinner, 6 x dinner)
- Coffee and tea in the afternoon until 4 pm
- Welcome drink
- Regularly cleaning of cabins
- Bed linen and towels supplied
- All harbour, bridge and lock fees
- Daily Routing discussion, On-board tour guide
- Parking space when bringing your own bike or e-bike
- Cycle route description with maps (1 x per cabin)
- 7 day Service Hotline
Not included:
- Drinks on board
- Fees for excursions, entries and ferries
- Tips
The minimum number of 18 participants must be reached 21 days prior to the arrival date.
Changes are possible on a ship journey due to weather, water level or technical conditions. We reserve the right to make changes.
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Child reduction on basic price
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From 0 to 17 years |
-300 € |
Leafde fan Fryslân
- 12 outer cabins
- Fittings: shower / WC, porthole that can be opened
- double cabins: ground-level single beds, porthole that can be opened, approx. 11 m²
- in some cabins is the possibility for a third bed (bunk bed)
Boat facts
- Built in 1937
- Renovated in 2017
- 1 passenger deck
- Maximum capacity: 27 passengers
- Crew: 4
- Length: 48 m
- width: 7 m
- Fittings: sun deck, saloon, bar, whirlpool, Wifi (free in the harbours)
- Languages on board: German, English, Dutch
Mare fan Fryslân
Services
- 7 nights on board
- Full board (7 x breakfast, 5 x packed lunch, 1 x lunch, 1 x packed dinner, 6 x dinner)
- Coffee and tea in the afternoon until 4 pm
- Welcome drink
- Regularly cleaning of cabins
- Bed linen and towels supplied
- All harbour, bridge and lock fees
- Daily Routing discussion, On-board tour guide
- Parking space when bringing your own bike or e-bike
- Cycle route description with maps (1 x per cabin)
- 7 day Service Hotline
Not included:
- Drinks on board
- Fees for excursions, entries and ferries
- Tips
The minimum number of 18 participants must be reached 21 days prior to the arrival date.
Changes are possible on a ship journey due to weather, water level or technical conditions. We reserve the right to make changes.
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Child reduction on basic price
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discount-icon discount-icon-football |
From 0 to 17 years |
-300 € |
Mare fan Fryslân
- 14 outer cabins, approx. 10 – 12 m²
- Fittings: shower/WC, ventilation
- 2-bed cabins: ground-level single beds, portholes in cabins (some can be opened)
Boat facts
- Built in 1960
- Renovated in 2006/07
- 1 passenger deck
- Maximum capacity: 40 passengers
- Crew: 4
- Length: 62 m
- width: 7.2
- Fittings: sun deck, saloon, bar with draught beer, outdoor bar, BBQ, Jacuzzi, wifi (free)
- Languages on board: German, English, Dutch
Wapen fan Fryslân
Services
- 7 nights on board
- Full board (7 x breakfast, 5 x packed lunch, 1 x lunch, 1 x packed dinner, 6 x dinner)
- Coffee and tea in the afternoon until 4 pm
- Welcome drink
- Regularly cleaning of cabins
- Bed linen and towels supplied
- All harbour, bridge and lock fees
- Daily Routing discussion, On-board tour guide
- Parking space when bringing your own bike or e-bike
- Cycle route description with maps (1 x per cabin)
- 7 day Service Hotline
Not included:
- Drinks on board
- Fees for excursions, entries and ferries
- Tips
The minimum number of 18 participants must be reached 21 days prior to the arrival date.
Changes are possible on a ship journey due to weather, water level or technical conditions. We reserve the right to make changes.
Show more Show less
Child reduction on basic price
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discount-icon discount-icon-football |
From 0 to 17 years |
-300 € |
Wapen fan Fryslân
- 12 outer cabins, approx. 10 m²
- Fittings: shower / WC, two single box-spring beds, two portholes that can be opened
- Three-bed cabins are possible
Boat facts
- Built in 1965
- Converted to a passenger ship 2004
- 1 passenger deck
- Maximum capacity: 36 passengers
- Crew: 4
- Length: 55 m
- width: 7.2 m
- Fittings: Bar with panorama windows, bar serving draught beer, whirlpool, saloon
- Languages on board: German, English, Dutch
Additional Services
Additional bookable services
Surcharge for single use of double cabin |
50 % |
Rental Bikes
Rental Bikes


Rental Bike
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7-gear Rental Bike |
75 € |
E-bike |
175 € |
Brief Information
- Booking codes
Leafde fan Fryslân – NL-NHSWL-08I
Mare fan Fryslân – NL-NHSWM-08I
Wapen fan Fryslân – NL-NHSWW-08I - Start / Destination
Enkhuizen - Duration
8 days, 7 nights - Length
approx. 230 km
Daily routes ●●○○○
between 25 and 60 km, Ø 50 km
Altitude profile ●○○○○ - Parking information
Free parking at the train station in Enkhuizen, located right at the harbour, no reservation possible. - Minimum number of participants
The minimum number of 18 participants must be reached 21 days prior to the arrival date.
Changes to boat trips due to weather, water levels or technical conditions are possible; we reserve the right to make changes. - Note
For this tour only the arrival and departure harbours are definite destinations.
The itinerary is very much dependent on weather and tides and is decided upon on a daily basis. The shown itinerary is only a suggestion and is subject to change. - Own bikes
If you do not need a rental bike, please indicate in the booking form, whether you arrive with your own bike or your own E-Bike. - Tour operated by
Local cooperation partner - Mobility note
This holiday is suitable to only a limited extent for people with restricted mobility.
Please contact us if you have individual requirements.
