Bike with Bill and Puppy Herman

Live guide in English by a local hero Bill (priceless) with Tips, tricks and recommendations for your stay in Amsterdam

A New Adventure Every Day

Bill's Best Bike Tours

Bill’s Custom Private Tour

180 minutes

Top-quality bike included

Local Guide

59 / person

Riding with Bill and Herman is an epic riding adventure in Amsterdam. Travel back in time, as Bill and Herman take you on a magical journey through their neighborhood

What makes Riding with Bill & Herman special?

Hi Friends! Welcome to a magical journey through Amsterdam West led by Bill—with his adorable puppy, Herman, riding along. Together, they create a fun, relaxed, and truly unforgettable way to see the city.

Bill knows Amsterdam like the back of his hand and loves showing you the real heart of the city — from charming canals and historic landmarks to peaceful parks and hidden corners that most visitors never find. And while Bill shares his favorite stories and insider tips, Herman tags along in his basket, stealing the show (and probably your heart) with his happy, tail-wagging energy.

This tour is all about fun and connection. It’s designed for all skill levels, with comfortable bikes, easy-paced riding, and plenty of stops to take photos, enjoy the views, and grab a snack or coffee. You’re never rushed — the goal is to soak up Amsterdam’s beauty, with Bill’s expert guidance and Herman’s adorable company.

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or you’ve seen the city before, riding with Bill & Herman makes Amsterdam feel fresh, local, and full of charm.

So — are you ready to pedal, explore, and share some laughs with Bill and his four-legged co-pilot?

Hop on and ride with us — Herman can’t wait to meet you!

Where Every Journey Becomes Art

A Canvas of Memories

Where are we biking?

Before setting off on Bill’s Custom Private Tour, we’ll take about 15 minutes to get comfortable on our bikes and go over some basic cycling tips — especially helpful if it’s your first time riding in Amsterdam. Once everyone’s ready, we’ll head out for a fun and relaxed ride designed completely around your interests.
Since this is a private tour, the route is fully flexible. We can explore hidden neighborhoods, peaceful parks, scenic canals, charming local streets, street art, food spots, or architectural gems — all while avoiding the busy tourist crowds. Whether you want a laid-back ride or a deeper dive into Amsterdam’s culture and history, Bill will craft a route just for you.

We’ll make frequent stops along the way to take in the views, hear local stories, snap some great photos, and maybe even grab a coffee or local treat. The pace is easy and designed for your comfort and enjoyment. At the end of the tour, you’ll leave with a unique, personal experience — seeing Amsterdam like only a local can show you.

City Bike Tour Amsterdam coming off the ferry

Meeting point

We meet under the water tower in front of café Amsterdam, The address is Waterspiegelplein 10, Amsterdam

If you don’t see Bill at the bike rack when you arrive, please wait patiently until the tour is scheduled to start. Bill will meet you there!

Is Bill’s Bike Tour safe? Biking in Amsterdam seems daunting…

Do you want to experience what it’s like to be Dutch, navigating your way through Amsterdam on a bike, all the while feeling relaxed and safe? This is your lucky day! You found Bill’s Bike Tour: a unique and safe bike tour, which takes place entirely outside the hectic city center. Bill has carefully selected a safe route through pretty parks, quiet precincts and beautiful back streets. On Bill’s  bike tour you will hardly interact with motorized traffic.

All of Bill’s Bike Tours come under the guided supervision of a local expert guide. Bill’s Bike Tour is a once in a lifetime experience that is fundamentally different from all other bike tours in Amsterdam! We’ll skip the crowded, touristy spots you’ve probably already checked off your list. Our guides aren’t just tour guides with rehearsed lines or historians—they’re here to make your day memorable. Bill is part storyteller, part entertainer, and someone who genuinely wants you to enjoy every moment of the day.

During Bill’s amazing bike tour, you will see a side of Amsterdam you cannot find in the Lonely Planet or other travel guides. A side of Amsterdam big tour operators won’t cover, because they cannot turn it into a money machine. Bill is an avid traveler, so he knows what it is like to get stuck in tourist traps and feeling like a number.

Bill has created an authentic, unique, quintessential experience of Dutch culture and identity. Simply put, we will cycle to and explore places and communities where Amsterdam locals meet, eat, drink, create and socialize. All combined with a balanced mix of art, architecture, humor and socio-cultural and historical context. Not only will you learn what it is like to be Dutch, on Bill’s quintessential bike tour you will experience what it’s actually like to live as a local in Amsterdam!

Bill has an average review score of 4.97 and 1000+ reviews. You can find reviews of Bill’s Bike Tour on TripAdvisor, Google and Airbnb Experiences:

Not at all! On Bill’s private countryside tour, we go at a relaxed pace and make plenty of stops to take in the views, hear stories, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The distance and duration are flexible — we’ll tailor the route to your comfort level and interests.

You don’t need to be an athlete, but some basic biking experience is helpful. Since it’s a private tour, we can adjust everything to suit your group. The recommended minimum age is 8 years old.

Bike rental is included in Bill’s Bike Tour. Bill has bikes in all sizes, including kids bikes, toddler bikes, child seats (for private tours), tandems and of course adult bikes. In case you need small bikes, helmets, a tandem bike or anything out of the ordinary, please notify us immediately after booking.
No worries, Bill agrees the digital matrix can be a little overwhelming from time to time. Just shoot Bill a WhatsApp message at +31 647 002 878 and he will answer all your questions!
Morning Bike Tour Anne Frank Amsterdam

What Our Guests Say

About Bill’s bike tours in Amsterdam
  • star rating  A must to do while in Amsterdam! This tour will take you out of the busy tourist areas where you'll learn about history and many local spots.

    Lachlan P
    09/10/2023

    star rating  Bill is a terrific guide, filled with interesting stories about the history of Amsterdam and the places we visited along the way. The bike ride was at a leisurely pace... read more

    avatar thumb Leslie Q
    25/09/2023

    star rating  Bill was great and Henry(his dog)was my favorite. The bike around Bill’s neighborhood was interesting and beautiful. I learned a lot about Amsterdam. So, if you want a laid... read more

    avatar thumb Ezamom
    20/09/2023
  • star rating  This bike tour is an amazing way to see a the non-touristy part of the city and ride like a local! Pim is a cool guy, an excellent guide and... read more

    avatar thumb Vanessa
    15/09/2023

    star rating  Pim was an amazing tour guide. He helped us bike around parts of Amsterdam that were peaceful and beautiful with lots of stories and insights into culture and history. He... read more

    avatar thumb Jennie M
    30/08/2023

    star rating  We had a wonderful time with Pim on the bike tour. He is an outstanding host: he was attentive to everyone and kept the group together and safe, while showing... read more

    avatar thumb Liz
    21/08/2023
  • star rating  All I can say is my family was so lucky to have Pim as our tour guide around Amsterdam. Not only was our tour informative - it was fun! Between... read more

    avatar thumb Charles V
    18/08/2023

    star rating  Great, safe, fun, and very informative tour! Pim was friendly and went above all our expectations. We loved biking away from crowded touristic area. It was the best experience our... read more

    avatar thumb Maria B
    07/08/2023

    star rating  We really enjoyed this Bike Tour. Pim was a great guide - very knowledgeable and a lot of fun. Highly recommend if you are going to Amsterdam.

    avatar thumb Jo-Ann P
    06/08/2023
  • star rating  Can't recommend Pim's bike tour enough (even in the rain) . All 4 of us loved it (2 teenagers included!) great local knowledge and stop off points (away from ... read more

    avatar thumb Clare
    06/08/2023

    star rating  Our group of seven strangers on bikes became a cohesive group of friends on Pim’s highly entertaining and informative 3 hour “behind the scenes” tour of Amsterdam. We saw a... read more

    avatar thumb Caroline S
    05/10/2022

    star rating  Pim incorporated quirky storytelling as he took you around on an off-the-beaten path tour of Amsterdam. I particularly loved how his tour managed to cover a wide variety of subjects.... read more

    avatar thumb JC M
    22/07/2022

What Our Guests Say

About Bill’s bike tours in Amsterdam
  • star rating  A must to do while in Amsterdam! This tour will take you out of the busy tourist areas where you'll learn about history and many local spots.

    Lachlan P
    09/10/2023
  • star rating  Bill is a terrific guide, filled with interesting stories about the history of Amsterdam and the places we visited along the way. The bike ride was at a leisurely pace... read more

    avatar thumb Leslie Q
    25/09/2023
  • star rating  Bill was great and Henry(his dog)was my favorite. The bike around Bill’s neighborhood was interesting and beautiful. I learned a lot about Amsterdam. So, if you want a laid... read more

    avatar thumb Ezamom
    20/09/2023
  • star rating  This bike tour is an amazing way to see a the non-touristy part of the city and ride like a local! Pim is a cool guy, an excellent guide and... read more

    avatar thumb Vanessa
    15/09/2023
  • star rating  Pim was an amazing tour guide. He helped us bike around parts of Amsterdam that were peaceful and beautiful with lots of stories and insights into culture and history. He... read more

    avatar thumb Jennie M
    30/08/2023
  • star rating  We had a wonderful time with Pim on the bike tour. He is an outstanding host: he was attentive to everyone and kept the group together and safe, while showing... read more

    avatar thumb Liz
    21/08/2023
  • star rating  All I can say is my family was so lucky to have Pim as our tour guide around Amsterdam. Not only was our tour informative - it was fun! Between... read more

    avatar thumb Charles V
    18/08/2023
  • star rating  Great, safe, fun, and very informative tour! Pim was friendly and went above all our expectations. We loved biking away from crowded touristic area. It was the best experience our... read more

    avatar thumb Maria B
    07/08/2023
  • star rating  We really enjoyed this Bike Tour. Pim was a great guide - very knowledgeable and a lot of fun. Highly recommend if you are going to Amsterdam.

    avatar thumb Jo-Ann P
    06/08/2023
  • star rating  Can't recommend Pim's bike tour enough (even in the rain) . All 4 of us loved it (2 teenagers included!) great local knowledge and stop off points (away from ... read more

    avatar thumb Clare
    06/08/2023