The London to Amsterdam bike ride
Perfect as fundraising or team building event, our two day itinerary from central London to Dam Square in Amsterdam is designed to ensure riders of all abilities achieve this 232km [145mi] ride safely and successfully enjoying an experience to remember with friends and colleagues…
| Total Distance 232km (145mi) | Total Ascent 1,100m | 2 days cycling | Difficulty Grade 2.5/5 |
| 100km of cycle path | Thrill Factor #5 | Overnight on ferry | High Point 108m |
As well as full vehicle support and cycle guides, all logistics and accommodation managed
Itinerary
Day One > Cycle London to Harwich – 136km [85mi]
Overnight ferry to Hook-of-Holland
Day Two > Cycle from Hook-of-Holland to Amsterdam – 96km (60mi)
Celebrations!!
Day Three > Return to London (by air)
The London to Amsterdam cycle challenge
perfect two day itinerary
for fundraising and team building!
Included
✅ Full route and navigational planning
✅ Full logistical and operational planning
✅ 3*** Bed & Breakfast Accommodation (two nights)
✅ Cycle Guide(s)
✅ Full Vehicle Support including Driver/Mechanic
✅ First Aiders
✅ Ferry Crossing
✅ Lunches (cycling days)
✅ Evening Dinner (ferry, AMS hotel)
Not Included
Travel to/from the event, London accommodation, Flight return from Amsterdam
Logistics
Your personal luggage will be carried by the support vehicle throughout the event.
Please do not arrive to the event with bike boxes/bags, your bike will be returned to London via the support vehicles and our load system requires the bikes to be loose (without box/bag). Please contact us with any questions regarding the transport of your bike, we will be more than happy to discuss this with you further.
Further information on bike transport and logistics for the event will be given in your Challenge Instructions document.
Climate & Kit
We can expect warm, sunny weather, however we should expect some summertime showers – Remember to bring layers – not heavy coverings.
A full kit list will be issued in your ‘Joining Instructions’ document after your application.
We will be glad to discuss any aspect of kit and your bike with you, please call us anytime with any questions.
Fitness & Training
This is a level 2.5 cycle event. You will be capable of riding comfortably upto 100km in a day (flat) and/or used to riding distances upto 80km over hilly terrain – minimum.
We have a ten week cycling plan which should help see you well on your way to tackling the slopes of the Dolomites, however joining a trip like this, training is all about hill stamina and cycling on gradients – so find hills and keep riding.
If you have any doubt as to your fitness regarding participation in this event please give us a call and we will be more than happy to chat with you.
Your Bike
You should arrive with a good spec road bike. Ideally a make and model of good reputation and provenance. Gears for cycling gradients of up to 10% and brakes to keep you safe on the down hill! Your wheels again should be good quality and all braking surfaces checked before arriving. Tyres should be 100% EXCELLENT condition – any doubt, install new ones before arriving.
If you have any questions regarding the suitability of your bike please contact us – more than happy to help.
Bike rental by third party partner is available on request.
eBikes welcome!
Team work makes the dream work!
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Trip Advisor 5*****
Better organisation than Team Sky, Jason and Giles where awesome. Every thing ran so smoothly all we had to do was ride!
Richard 2018
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