• We set off on Saturday 24th May from York and headed for Hull, some 60 miles away where our overnight ferry to Rotterdam awaited. Once there, we checked-in, found our rooms, had a quick shower and got changed ready to go to the entertainment lounge to make fools of ourselves on the dancefloor.
  
  
• We woke up on Sunday morning to find ourselves in beautiful Holland, where cyclists are treated like gods and car drivers actually give way to you no matter what! We rode up through the countryside, stopped for a quick lunch and a paddle in the lake at Valkenberg and then headed onwards to Amsterdam where we stayed in a fabulous hostel near the city centre so that the more curious of the riders could explore!
  
  
• Monday morning saw the start of one of the most scenic days of the entire trip as we headed back to Rotterdam through the centre of Holland. The riders were amazed at the Windmills and canals as we passed through small towns and large cities before arriving back at the Ferry in time for our return journey. Once again, we got to boogie the night away, then collapse in a heap with a beer in one hand and a plastic windmill in the other before being gently rocked to sleep in our cabins!
  
  
• Tuesday morning and we were back in the Uk with an easy ride back to York and the finish line! We laughed at the people who swore that we wouldn't be able to make it and beamed at the awaiting family members and friends! We made some amazing friends on this trip and many were soon be asking if they could take part in Amsterdame2009!!!

The route was mainly traffic free - we trundled through countryside, amazing views and some fabulous towns and cities in Holland. This ride is suitable for riders of all levels. We'll only ride at the speed of the slowest rider so no-one will have anything to worry about!  We give helping hands when required and as much encouragement as we think is needed!