• Vecht - A charming, winding river. In the 17th and 18th centuries, numerous country estates were constructed along the Vecht’s banks by affluent merchants and administrators from Amsterdam.
• Breukelen - Features an impressive castle dating back to around 1275 AD, now home to an International Business University.
• Castle-Museum Sypesteyn - Boasts a beautiful garden.
• Lage-Vuursche - This area offers a protected village view with several 18th and 19th-century houses and numerous national monuments. The reformed church dates back to 1650.
• Paleis Soestdijk - Originally a 17th-century building, Soestdijk served as a former royal palace. From 1937, it was the residence of Crown Princess and later Queen Juliana of the Netherlands and her German husband, Prince Bernhard van Lippe-Biesterfeld.
• Loosdrechtse Plassen - The Loosdrechtse Plassen (Lakes of Loosdrecht) is a vast area for water sports and nature, situated between Amsterdam and Utrecht.
• Bethunepolder - The Bethune polder is dedicated to recreation and nature conservation, home to many unique animal and plant species.
• Goois Natuurreservaat - A forest near Lage Vuursche featuring stunning ‘forest tunnel roads’.
• Nieuwe-Wetering - A very rural area, not quite a village, with charming farmhouses.
• Molen Geesina - The Geesina is a flour mill likely built in 1843. It has been restored and continues to produce flour.
• Fort Ruigenhoek - A fortress part of the New Dutch Water Line Defence System, constructed between 1869-1870. Unfortunately, in 1940, the Germans managed to fly over it. Located near Utrecht, not Almere.
• Slot Zuylen - A 13th-century castle. The Dutch 18th-century French-speaking writer and composer resided here. She was exceptionally well-educated and quite emancipated, known for her numerous books, correspondences, and notable statements: ‘I have no talent for subordination’ and ‘I want to be a citizen of “everyone’s country”.’

• Sidecar and motorcycle ride with seating for two
• Alternative car transportation for larger groups (up to 4)
• All fuel included, no extra charges
• Safety helmets provided for all riders
• Guided tour with a multi-lingual Dutch driver
• Guaranteed fun and excitement

• Tea and coffee

Experience of history, countryside and sidecar enjoyment

This tour is abundant in variation, taking you through rural and historical sights. The tour’s distinctiveness is heightened by the use of a sidecar, which makes it more enjoyable than a standard tour.
Discover the richly varied heart of the provinces of Holland and Utrecht, featuring rivers, lakes, forests, polders, ancient castles, Renaissance mansions, windmills, the royal palace and pancakes, all while on a sidecar ride.

I’m Marco Hupkes, your tour guide. My experiences range from being a traveller, guide, outdoor instructor, comedian, to a history teacher. Let me have the pleasure of presenting you my homeland and I’m confident we’ll share some memorable moments. Looking forward to meeting you and make your day splendid.

Just so you know: if you have any unique tour concepts, feel free to share them. I’m always open to customizing the experience.

Best wishes, Marco.

• A sidecar can take two persons. One in the sidecar itself and one behind the driver (me).
• At least one of the two participants is an adult who is responsable for the non-adult.
• The non-adult participant is at least 12 years old.
• In case of rain we can go with a minivan and 2 more persons can come for the same price.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.