Cruises & Water Tours in Amsterdam

Private Luxury High Tea Cruise Amsterdam (opens in a new tab)

1 2 h

Your fleet of historic and luxury saloon boats are the perfect boats for a memorable 2-hr private afternoon tea cruise in Amsterdam. Step on board of our covered and heated boats. All the boats have a open area as well - which makes it the perfect high tea cruise in Amsterdam. While navigating through the narrow canals, you can also order your preferred drinks from our minibar on board or even upgrade it with champagne. The captain, which is also your local guide, will explain you all you want to know about the city and its historic facts & figures. Come on board of our boat for a unique dining experience on the canals of Amsterdam! Highlights - 1. Comfortable & stylish saloon boats 2. Dimmed lightening & poshy interior 3. See the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Amstel River, and more 4. Wooden teak interior

Free cancellation

Blue Boat Company City Canal Cruise & Bols Cocktail Experience (opens in a new tab)

3 1 h 15 min

Discover two sides of Amsterdam with a 75-minute City Canal Cruise and a visit to Bols Cocktail Experience. Cruise through the UNESCO-listed canal ring, admire 17th-century canal houses, picturesque bridges and modern architecture, while audio commentary in 19 languages brings the city to life. Then step into the colourful world of cocktails, liqueurs and Genever at Bols Cocktail Experience. Follow a self-guided audio tour through more than 400 years of distilling history and discover the craftsmanship of Lucas Bols, the world's oldest distilled spirit brand. Explore an interactive experience filled with colours, aromas and flavours before ending your visit in the atmospheric Mirror Bar. Here, a professional bartender prepares your included Perfect Serve Cocktail, with a choice of an alcoholic or alcohol-free option. Finish your experience with a visit to the Bols Shop for some cocktail inspiration to take home.

Skip the lineFree cancellation

Amsterdam Moco Museum and 1 Hour Canal Cruise (opens in a new tab)

1 day

Combine a visit to one of Amsterdam’s most popular museums with a classic canal cruise through the historic city center. Discover modern and contemporary art at the Moco Museum and admire Amsterdam’s iconic canals from the water. Located in an early 20th-century mansion on Museumplein, the Moco Museum brings together historic architecture and contemporary art. Explore impressive artworks by some of the biggest names in street art and pop art, including Banksy, Keith Haring, Andy Warhol and KAWS. No visit to Amsterdam is complete without a canal cruise! Cruise past some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, from the famous Skinny Bridge to the historic Anne Frank House. Along the way, admire the charming bridges and picturesque canal houses while listening to an audio guide that shares fascinating stories and interesting facts about the city. Please note that the cruise route is subject to change.

Amsterdam Private Boat Trip With Skipper, Burger and Beers (opens in a new tab)

5 1 h 30 min

Hang out with your friends with beers, burgers and on a private canal cruise on the famous canals of Amsterdam, this is an unique experience! The start location is close to the Central Station in the real city centre and the cruise is inclusive local skipper/guide.

Free cancellation

Amsterdam 2 Hour Private Boat Tour with Pizza and Welcome Drinks (opens in a new tab)

2 h

Gliding through Amsterdam's narrow 17th-century canals on a private historic saloon boat is the ultimate way to experience the city. Join us aboard Tzar, Undine, or Ritz for an exclusive cruise tailored for up to 12 passengers. Relax with a welcome drink while your private skipper guides you past iconic landmarks like the Skinny Bridge, the Point of 7 Bridges, the Dancing Houses, and historic houseboats. Perfect for romantic getaways or small private gatherings—book your luxury Amsterdam canal experience today! Key Features Private & Intimate: Exclusively for your private group (1–12 passengers). Fleet of Classic Boats: Sail aboard Tzar, Undine, or Ritz. Food & Welcome Drink Included: Includes fresh pizza and a welcome drink, with additional beverages available from the onboard minibar. Top Landmarks Covered: View the Skinny Bridge, 7 Bridges point, 17th-century architecture, and classic houseboats along the canal ring.

Free cancellation

Romantic Private Dinner Cruise Amsterdam with 3 Courses and Wine (opens in a new tab)

1 2 h 30 min

Immerse yourself in an unparalleled romantic experience with a private dinner on the peaceful Amsterdam canals. Glide effortlessly through the charming waterways as you take in the stunning sights and sounds of the city. The cozy and intimate atmosphere of the private canal cruise will transport you to a world of love and romance that will stay with you forever. You will be treated to a private 3-course dinner that will tantalize your taste buds and awaken your senses. As you sail down the Amstel River, you will admire the breathtaking sight of the iconic skinny bridge illuminating the night sky. This is the perfect opportunity to create unforgettable romantic memories with your loved one. Our talented chefs have crafted a menu offering European, French, and Dutch-inspired meals with a creative culinary twist, ensuring we can satisfy and treat your taste buds. Join us today and indulge your senses in an experience of a lifetime!

Free cancellation

Amsterdam 1H Premium Canal Cruise with Snacks and Optional Drinks (opens in a new tab)

2 1 h

During this 1-hour luxury cruise, discover Amsterdam's most iconic waterways from the comfort of an elegant canal boat. Designed for travelers who want to experience the city in a shorter time, this premium cruise combines sightseeing, relaxation, and local hospitality. Glide through the UNESCO-listed canal belt and along sections of the Amstel River while taking in historic canal houses, picturesque bridges, and famous landmarks. Enjoy snacks & drinks on board as you sit back, relax, and admire Amsterdam from its most beautiful perspective: the water. With a maximum of 16 guests, this intimate cruise offers a comfortable and personal experience away from the crowds.

Amsterdam Discover: Great 2-hour exploration tour in German (opens in a new tab)

9 2 h

See the canals of Amsterdam like never before. Accompany skipper Paap on his cruise through the small canals of Amsterdam. We can adapt the tour to your wishes and needs. This will be an experience that you will appreciate.

Private tourFree cancellation

Zaanse Schans Cruise from Amsterdam by Historic Cargo Ship (opens in a new tab)

4 h – 6 h

Most visitors reach the Zaanse Schans by tour bus. You'll arrive the way everything once arrived here: over the water. The Verbetering is an original 1916 Dutch cargo barge and certified museum ship, one of the last historic ships still allowed to moor in Amsterdam. This day retraces her own freight route, sailed by the family that owns her: out across the IJ from minutes beyond Central Station, through the locks and onto the river Zaan, until the windmills rise ahead of the bow. Ashore you have two full hours, the complete Zaanse Schans ticket included: two working windmills, the Zaans Museum and Verkade Experience, the World of Windmills, the Weavers' House, the Zaan Time Museum and a clog-making workshop. Nothing to book, nothing to queue for. Home goes the long way, across the polder and down a centuries-old tow canal, never more than 12 guests aboard and always a dry seat. Years from now you'll still tell people about the day you sailed a real cargo ship to the windmills!

Private Amsterdam Countryside Boat Tour with Canapés (opens in a new tab)

3 h

Escape the city bustle and discover the peaceful beauty of the Dutch countryside from the water. This private Amstel River cruise is crafted for those who want a quiet, intimate boating experience away from packed tourist routes. As you leave central Amsterdam behind, watch the cityscape give way to sprawling green polders, weeping willows, and characterful single-standing boathouses and riverside villas. Sip on drinks and savor freshly prepared canapés as your boat glides down the calm, open stretches of the river. With a flexible duration ranging from 2 to 4 hours, this unhurried journey lets you unwind, enjoy the wildlife, and take in scenic views at your own relaxed pace.

Free cancellation

Best of Amsterdam: Canal Cruise and Heineken Experience (opens in a new tab)

1 h

Discover Amsterdam from the water on a relaxed open boat cruise, gliding past historic canal houses, charming bridges, colourful houseboats, and some of the city’s most recognisable waterfront sights. With a convenient departure near Amsterdam Centraal, it’s an effortless way to take in the city from one of its best viewpoints. Your ticket also gives you access to a digital Amsterdam city guide filled with local stories, insider tips, food recommendations, hidden gems, and self-guided audio tours, helping you discover even more of the city after your cruise. Choose the experience that best suits your plans: enjoy the canal cruise on its own, upgrade with a craft cocktail onboard, or add a separate ticket to the Heineken Experience. The Heineken Experience is visited independently, giving you the flexibility to fit it around the rest of your Amsterdam trip.

Private day trip to Rotterdam, The Hague and Zaanse Schans (opens in a new tab)

9 h

Discover a different side of the Netherlands with your private guide. With this tour we will explore Zaanse Schans, Rotterdam and the Hague. Your guide will drive you to the countryside of the Netherlands to explore the Zaanse Schans, a must see when visiting the Netherlands. Explore these beautiful windmills and also see the original wooden houses, barns and shops. Your guide will take you inside one of these windmills. You also get the option to visit a cheese-making factory and stroopwafel factory. Here you can see how the Dutch cheese and waffles are made. Then drive to Rotterdam where you will explore the modern architecture. See the famous Cube Houses, Market hall and Erasmusbridge. After Rotterdam your private guide will drive you to the last stop of the tour, the Hague. The Hague is the political center of the Netherlands. Learn about the cities history and see many historical sights.

Free cancellation

Amsterdam: French-Language Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise (opens in a new tab)

1 h

Experience the magic of Amsterdam and admire the impressive light while sailing past the Amsterdam Light Festival. This year’s theme, Legacy, invites artists from around the world to reflect on what we preserve and what we pass on to future generations. Experience it from a comfortable, luxury (covered) boat, offering panoramic views of the illuminated canals. Drinks such as wine, mulled wine, beer, and soft drinks are available on board. If you choose the unlimited drinks option, you’ll enjoy all of these beverages without limits, along with your choice of a fresh stroopwafel or a portion of salted snacks to complete the experience -Experienced French-speaking guide. The photos give an impression of the experience from past years. We cannot guarantee any of the shown artworks. Flagship Amsterdam is an official partner of Amsterdam Light Festival 2026/2027.

Private Booze Cruise Amsterdam NL (opens in a new tab)

2 h

The city is known for many things – its iconic canals, picturesque and historic cityscape and, of course, the famous Amsterdam booze cruise – So why not combine all of these things in the best way possible and enjoy an open bar on our luxurious electric boat? No trip to Amsterdam is complete without a trip out on the canals so let’s make our Amsterdam Booze cruise the highlight of your day! What's included? - Luxurious, covered (in case of rain) & 100% electric boat - Open Dutch bar with UNLIMITED beer, wine & soda - Comfortable pillow set on board - Professional captain & local host - Private city centre cruise Let us know if you want an open International Bar (Spirits, beer, wine and soft drinks) or an open Dutch bar (Beer, wine and soft drinks) Minimum group size: 10

Free cancellation

Amsterdam: German-Language Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise (opens in a new tab)

1 h

Discover Amsterdam on a scenic canal cruise through the city's historic waterways. During this approximately 60-minute cruise, you'll sail past the Amsterdam Light Festival artworks and admire a selection of illuminated installations. Experience the city from the water as the canals are transformed into a unique open-air exhibition of light and art. A range of drinks, including mulled wine, wine, beer, and soft drinks, is available on board. Guests who select the unlimited drinks option can enjoy these beverages throughout the cruise, or upgrade onboard! This option also includes one traditional Dutch stroopwafel or one portion of salted snacks. -Experienced German-speaking guide. The photos give an impression of the experience from past years. We cannot guarantee any of the shown artworks. Flagship Amsterdam is an official partner of Amsterdam Light Festival 2026/2027.

Amsterdam Golden Age Architecture Canal Cruise with Guide (opens in a new tab)

2 1 h

Amsterdam's canal belt is the masterpiece of the Dutch Golden Age: merchant palaces and leaning canal houses, built in the century this small city was the richest place on earth. Most cruises sail past it. On this one, you get the story. Your live guide brings the 1600s back to life on the water: the first stock exchange, the first multinational, the grand houses of the Golden Bend. Learn to read the buildings: why the facades lean forward, what a gable says about the family behind it, and why there's a hook on nearly every roof. You also hear the other half: the spice trade, colonial rule and slavery that paid for those palaces. The real picture, not the postcard. Not a floating bus: a small electric boat, max 28 guests, and a guide who talks with you, not at a crowd. Add the Cheese Tasting option to taste Dutch cheese on board. One way: board in the old centre, finish on the Amstel.

Free cancellation

Amsterdam Open Boat Canal Cruise with Onboard Bar with Live Guide (opens in a new tab)

1 h

This unforgettable canal tour will take you through the most iconic and picturesque spots of the Venice of the North, while you sit back, relax, and enjoy a drink from the fully stocked onboard bar. Discover Amsterdam’s charm as you glide past historic houses, famous bridges, and lively canals. To ensure maximum comfort, we never fill the boat to capacity, so you’ll always have plenty of space to enjoy the ride. Soft cushions and blankets are provided for extra coziness, and in case of rain, the boat is equipped with a protective canopy that still offers panoramic views of Amsterdam’s enchanting streets and waterways.

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise with German Guide (opens in a new tab)

1 h 15 min

Discover the 15th edition of the Amsterdam Light Festival from the water on a 75 minute canal cruise with an official partner of the festival. Board in front of Amsterdam Central Station and start with a welcome snack and a optional warm drink: coffee, tea or hot chocolate. Additional drinks can be bought on board. From Central Station, the boat sails into the route, starting with the Oosterdok, where the city skyline and the first light artworks reflect on the water. Continue through the green Plantage district, home to Artis Zoo and the Hortus Botanicus, before turning onto the Amstel river. Here you pass the illuminated Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug) and the H’ART Museum along the way. Your local skipper guides the tour in German and shares stories about the artworks and the city. A free booklet on board explains the sights in 8 languages. Depending on the weather, the cruise runs on a half open or covered boat.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Live guide and Two drinks Central St (opens in a new tab)

1 h

Step aboard our fully electric, comfortable boat and enjoy the cruise through the charming, narrow canals of Amsterdam’s Old City Centre. Along the way, our knowledgeable captain and friendly host will share fascinating stories and highlight key landmarks of this magical city. To make your experience even more special, our crew creates a warm, home-like atmosphere by sharing personal insights and making you feel right at home. Two drinks are included with your cruise, so sit back, relax, and soak in the beauty of Amsterdam from the water.

Amsterdam Party Cruise Drinks and Escape Club Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 h 15 min

Start your Saturday night with an unforgettable Amsterdam Party Cruise. Sail through Amsterdam's iconic canals on a 75-minute cruise while enjoying unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. Put on your silent-disco headphones, choose your channel and dance the night away with friends and fellow party lovers. After the cruise, you'll be dropped off near Thorbeckeplein, just a short walk from Escape, one of Amsterdam's most popular nightclubs. Your branded Escape wristband provides skip-the-line access and includes one complimentary welcome shot upon arrival. Whether you're celebrating with friends, visiting Amsterdam for the weekend or looking for a unique night out, this experience combines sightseeing, music, drinks and nightlife in one unforgettable evening. Please note that admission to Escape remains subject to the venue's entrance policy and security checks.