Cruises & Water Tours in Amsterdam

Romantic Private Boat Tour Amsterdam 90min incl welcome drink (opens in a new tab)

3 1 h 30 min

Romantic Private Boat Tour in Amsterdam on our luxury private boats. Cruise along the famous lightened up skinny bridge, the point of 7 bridges and the famous Amstel river during the evening time. Perfect for couples looking to experience the city’s charm and beauty in an intimate and unforgettable way, this tour offers a unique perspective on Amsterdam’s iconic canals, historic architecture, and vibrant culture. On this tour you will get local insight of Amsterdam by night. Admire the reflection of lights on the water and the life on the houseboats which we will pass. The route can fully personalized so you can let the captain know if you have any other preferences you would like to see during the tour - just let him know upfront.

Free cancellation

Zaanse Schans and Windmill Villages Guided Tour with Boat Ride (opens in a new tab)

5 6 h

Step back in time and witness the enchanting Dutch countryside at Zaanse Schans, where you can marvel at the magnificent windmills that stand proudly along the Zaan river. Take a stroll through this open-air museum and soak in the rich history of the area. Continue your journey to the picturesque Volendam, a charming Dutch fishing village nestled in the serene countryside. Stroll along the iconic De Dijk, and meander through the bustling harbor, before indulging in a cheese-tasting experience at the renowned Cheese Factory. Wander though the enchanting village of Marken, a once-island oasis now connected to the mainland by a narrow peninsula in the Markermeer. Don't miss the chance to visit a local clog maker, where you can witness the intricate art of crafting wooden shoes, still using a 100-year-old technique and an antique steam engine.

Private All-Inclusive Cruise with Captain (opens in a new tab)

59 1 h 30 min

Discover why many travelers call this the highlight of their Amsterdam visit! Step aboard Sophie—a beautifully preserved historic boat dating back to 1911—and experience the charm of Amsterdam’s canals like never before. With both indoor and outdoor seating, Sophie offers the perfect blend of comfort and style, allowing you to move freely to capture stunning views and unforgettable photos. Spacious and intimate, this unique boat sets the scene for a truly memorable experience. Sip on complimentary drinks, enjoy the nibbles, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the canals while enjoying engaging conversations in a relaxed setting. Whether it's the picturesque sights or the unique ambiance, this tour promises to be a highlight of your time in Amsterdam. What more could you ask for?

Free cancellation

Light‌ ‌Festival‌ ‌Private‌ ‌Cruise‌ incl Snacks and a glass wine (opens in a new tab)

41 1 h 15 min

Imagine sailing on Amsterdam’s canals on a private boat tour. You see the iconic canal houses and bridges. You hear the sound of the water against the side of the boat. You are also witnessing over 24 light artworks from up close. Every year in winter 24 light installations are scattered across the canals waiting to be discovered. Will you explore them with us? This private tour on Amsterdam’s canals on a quiet, heated boat will give you a front-row seat to the 10th annual Light Festival. The artworks are best viewed from the water. This boat cruise helps communicate the message of the pieces. Your guides have a background in art and personal contact with some of the artists featured in the past years. See the festival the best way possible and hear an insider’s perspective only available to our team. This tour is ideal for couples or groups of up to 12.

Free cancellation

Amsterdam Revealed in Portuguese: 2 Hours of Great Exploration (opens in a new tab)

12 2 h

During this amazing two-hour boat trip along the canals, you'll have a unique opportunity to see Amsterdam's most popular attractions from the water! What's more, our skipper will give you some great tips to help you decide which points of interest you'd like to visit once you're back on dry land. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks on board to enjoy as you cruise through the magical World Heritage-listed Canal District. As this tour is longer than most others, you'll have plenty of time to relax and enjoy the many views of the city. Your captain can also improvise a sailing route that suits your interests, making this tour totally customizable. In two hours, you can experience the charming canals, the impressive IJ and Amstel rivers, and much more. This is undoubtedly the best way to make the most of your visit to Amsterdam!

Private tourFree cancellation

Amsterdam Breakfast Cruise on Private Luxury Boat (opens in a new tab)

6 2 h

Breakfast cruise in Amsterdam on our private luxury boat Undine. Order a la carte on board and start the morning right. Enjoy your healthy, american or granola breakfast on board while cruising silently through the canals of Amsterdam. Our electric engine is non-hearable and produces no CO2 emissions. The boat is one of a few which has the floating monument status in Amsterdam. Due to its historic character, built in 1912, earlier serving as a passenger transport boat between East and West Germany, this boat has unique history. Unlike other boat tours, this tour is in an intimidate setting with your own private group up to 5 people. The captain, which is also the tour guide will explain you interesting (fun) facts of the historic city of Amsterdam. We also thrieve for excellent service during your Amsterdam breakfast cruise. To make sure you will not run out of coffee, we have our own coffee machine on board where you can enjoy as many coffees as you need for a start in the day. :)

Free cancellation

Amsterdam Sunset Canal Cruise with Open Bar (opens in a new tab)

12 1 h

Discover the beauty of Amsterdam from the water with our unforgettable Sunset Cruise. Glide through the city’s iconic canals as the sun sets, casting a golden glow over the historic architecture and charming bridges. Why Choose Our Amsterdam Sunset Cruise? Breathtaking Views – Witness the city transform under the warm hues of sunset. Live Guide – Learn fascinating stories and facts about Amsterdam’s landmarks. Open Bar – Enjoy unlimited drinks, including beer, wine, and soft drinks. Comfort & Luxury – Relax on a spacious boat with cozy seating. Whether you’re on a romantic date, a fun night out with friends, or a group celebration, our Amsterdam Sunset Cruise offers the perfect mix of relaxation and entertainment. Book your Sunset Cruise in Amsterdam today and create unforgettable memories on the city’s enchanting waterways!

Amsterdam Light Festival Canal Cruise - Mulled Wine Included (opens in a new tab)

32 1 h 15 min

Get on board of one of the comfortable boats. Sail the canals and experience the Amsterdam Light Festival from the water. Our captain will make sure that you have the best canal cruise of your life! The captain and host will guide you through the canals of Amsterdam and you will get all the information you need to know about the Amsterdam Light Festival. From the comfort of our boat you can enjoy Amsterdam from the water. Approximately 75 minutes to enjoy Amsterdam from the water, while enjoying unlimited mulled wine and hot drinks in a cozy and heated environment. All this while you receive an explanation about the works of art!

Amsterdam Private Boat Trip with Pizza and Unlimited Drinks (opens in a new tab)

13 1 h 30 min

Private pizza cruise for 1,5 hours on the famous canals. Discover Amsterdam with your group and make a unique tour with pizza and drinks on the canals. The local skipper/guide will let you see the best hotspots of the city.

Private tourFree cancellation

Private Anne Frank tour with canal cruise (opens in a new tab)

3 3 h

Meet your guide at Waterlooplein and explore the centuries-old Jewish quarter and learn about the life of Anne Frank. Learn all about the background of the original Jewish quarter and how it has changed in the past centuries. Hear Anne Frank's story from beginning to end. From her move from Germany to the time she was hiding and her father's life after the war. Learn about her diary, how it was published and how it became one of the best selling books of all time. See many sights like the Joods Historisch Museum, the Auschwitz Monument, the house of Anne Frank, the Portuguese Synagogue and the Jewish Council headquarters. Visit several historical monuments and buildings and learn about life during the second World War. Also discover many hiding places where jewish families sought refugee. At the Anne Frank house you will enter a boat and cruise around the Amsterdam canal ring. Sit back and relax as you see some amazing sight while getting to know all about your surroundings.

Free cancellation

Red Light District tour with canal cruise (opens in a new tab)

2 3 h

Join this 2-hour walking tour and discover the famous Red Light District of Amsterdam and learn about the history and culture of the district while viewing its bars, nightclubs and of course its famous red windows. Visit Amsterdam’s famous Chinatown where you will see sights like pub the Ape, the Waag and Amsterdam’s Buddhist Temple. Explore places like the oldest church in the city, the narrowest street of Amsterdam, the Condomerie, coffeeshops, sexshops and smartshops. Walk through the famous prostitute streets with the red lights and learn about the prostitutes who work there, the history of the the area and the current situation of the District. Discover what Amsterdam’s most controversial neighborhood is all about. Finally you will enter a boat and cruise around the Amsterdam canal ring. Discover the Amsterdam canals up close as you sit back and relax. See some amazing sight while getting to know all about your surroundings.

Light‌ ‌Festival‌ ‌Boat Tour max. 12 Guests incl. wine/Snacks (opens in a new tab)

7 1 h 15 min

During the short days and long dark nights in Winter, Amsterdam becomes a place of Magic and Wonder. About 20 Light Art Works will be shown in and around the city’s Canals. Imagine yourself: A glass of wine in your hands, the sound of water lapping softly against the sides of the boat as we drift beneath Amsterdam’s iconic bridges, Magical Artworks and past its magnificent 17th-century canal houses. On board this amazingly comfortable and quiet electric boat, you’ll have, a glass of wine, a panoramic view of the city, and a front-row seat to these wonderful art exhibitions. Especially, as onboard you can go up close and even through these pieces! We have been closely involved with this festival. We’ll discuss the artist’s inspiration, what moves them, and what they want to express through their work. We’ll share ideas, insights, and opinions and hopefully, we’ll all leave more inspired, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic about art and what it can offer us.

Private Canal Cruise On Small Historic Boat (opens in a new tab)

32 1 h 30 min – 2 h

• an intimate experience in a small historic boat from 1915 (max 10 pax) • cruise with a knowledgeable skipper/guide • avoid the big tourist tracks, cruise under the small bridges • enjoy a complimentary coffee or other beverage

Free cancellation

Ripley's Believe It or Not Amsterdam & 1-Hour Canal Cruise (opens in a new tab)

4 2 h – 3 h

Ready for the ultimate Amsterdam experience? Dive into the city's heart with a 1-hour luxury canal cruise! Glide past majestic merchant houses and charming houseboats aboard a glass-topped boat. Immediately after, step into the bizarre and wonderful world of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Amsterdam. Even better? Unlock an instant 27% discount when you combine these two top attractions—it’s the smartest way to see the best of the city!

Private Marriage Proposal Canal Cruise Amsterdam w Bubbles/Roses (opens in a new tab)

34 1 h 30 min

Your Marriage Proposal on a Private Boat in Amsterdam Imagine: you and your partner, comfortably together on our private, canal boat in Amsterdam. The sound of water gently rippling against the side of the boat as we sail under the iconic bridges of Amsterdam, and along the beautiful 17th-century canal houses. Suddenly you get down on one knee and propose to your partner. Your beloved is completely surprised and bursts with emotion, looks you in the eye and says … “YES”! The Amsterdam canals are the perfect place for a marriage proposal on a private boat. A magical place with historical houses, picturesque canals and romantically lit bridges. Now is the best time to enjoy Amsterdam at its most romantic. Although Amsterdam can be a busy city. It is still an ideal place to propose if you know where to go. Therefore you can enjoy the romantic atmosphere to the maximum. This unique opportunity to experience the city with enough bustle to make it fun, without being overcrowded.

Private tourFree cancellation

Amsterdam: High-End Brunch Canal Cruise (opens in a new tab)

3 1 h 30 min

This brunch cruise combines a luxury canal experience with a carefully curated brunch menu created in collaboration with TEDS, offering a relaxed and indulgent way to experience Amsterdam from the water. Unlike standard sightseeing cruises, this experience is centered around food and atmosphere. Guests enjoy a shared brunch selection featuring a mini donut ’n chicken, TEDS OG French toast with bacon and banana, a chicken katsu sandwich, churros French toast made with brioche, chocolate, cinnamon sugar, marshmallows and chocolate pretzels, and waffle fries to share. Served on board a classic salon boat, the brunch is enjoyed in an intimate, stylish setting with panoramic views of Amsterdam’s historic canals. With limited capacity and personal service from an onboard host, the experience feels exclusive yet effortless. Perfect for a special occasion, a relaxed morning with friends, or a memorable start to the day.

Giethoorn Private Tour Guide Giethoorn in luxury Jaguar S Type (opens in a new tab)

6 6 h – 7 h

Pick up and drop off in luxury Jaguar S Type. Private tour by car. Your driver, who is also your private guide, will bring you safe to your destination "Giethoorn". More than a million tourists on a year base visit this popular hamlet north west of Holland. A synonymous for Giethoorn is Venice of the North because of it's beautiful small canals, riverbridges and picturesque farms. Let's get back in time and don't miss this tour, become part of this fairy tale experience. Your bonus with this tour is a few extra (short) stops to have the chance to make some unforgettable typical Dutch pictures. Especially the windmill on Dutch countryside. Pls note that in Giethoorn the price of the privateboat still needs to be paid (about 40 euro).

Private tourFree cancellation

75 minute Blue Boat Company City Canal Cruise and Maritime Museum (opens in a new tab)

10 3 h

On this 75-minute canal cruise you’ll experience the best of our historical city. It offers you the best views of the 17th-century buildings lining the city canals, and will also show you the 21st-century city that Amsterdam has become. The collection of The National Maritime Museum is one of the largest and most notable maritime collections in the world with approximately 400,000 objects, including paintings, models of ships, navigation instruments, and maps of the world. Your ticket for the Maritime Museum is a ticket with a timeslot you chose while making a reservation. You can ONLY enter the museum at this specific time. Changing your slottime is NOT possible. Your City Canal Cruise is an "OPEN TICKET".No timeslot has been allocated and you can board any next available boat at one of the 2 docks of Blue Boat Company Your voucher needs to be scanned at Maritime Museum. You can redeem your canal cruise inside the ticketoffice of Blue Boat Company where a timeslot will be assigned

Luxury Amsterdam Booz Cruise – Unlimited Cocktails Included (1H) (opens in a new tab)

7 1 h

Relax and get comfy on our well-equipped and 100% electric boat. Sip on freshly made cocktails (or other drinks of your choice) and take in the beautiful sights as we cruise through the oldest and most stunning parts of Amsterdam. Your local guide will share fun and fascinating stories about the city’s history, culture, and hidden gems — all in a laid-back and intimate setting. This experience blends iconic views, chill vibes, and great drinks into one unforgettable evening. Want unlimited cocktails? Just select the VIP package when booking. Book your spot now and treat yourself to the ultimate cocktail experience on the canals!

Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Two drinks - Red Light District (opens in a new tab)

151 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.