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Amsterdam City Centre Cruise with Free Hidden Gems map

1 hourFree Cancellation

from $19

Cruising the canals is one of the best ways to see Amsterdam, but some boat tours can feel crowded and impersonal. Skip those and embark on a private tour in a boat exclusively for your party. The luxe boat is equipped with pillows and in case of rain a roof top. The local skipper will take you through Amsterdam's canals and show you the most beautiful hidden places, while you can enjoy unlimited beer, soda, and wine.

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Amsterdam Private Boat Tour with Unlimited Drinks

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $233

Price varies by group size

Likely to Sell Out

Enjoy two of Amsterdam’s must-do activities in one day with a canal cruise and a ticket to the Van Gogh Museum. Guarantee entry to the often sold-out Van Gogh Museum with a prebooked time slot to admire the world-famous "Sunflowers" and more. Then, enjoy seeing the 17th-century architecture, bridges, and churches along the UNESCO-listed canals without having to jostle among the land-based crowds.

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Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Entry & 75 minute City Canal Cruise

3 hours 15 minutes

from $48

Experience three icons of the Dutch countryside—windmills, cheese, and wooden clogs—on a day trip from Amsterdam that saves you the stress of arranging logistics. Journey to the North Holland towns of Zaanse Schans and Volendam to view working windmills at an open-air museum, visit a dairy farm or cheese weighing house, step inside a clog factory, and enter a windmill. Learn more about Dutch culture than you would exploring alone.

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Zaanse Schans Windmills, Cheese and Volendam Tour from Amsterdam

5 hoursFree Cancellation

from $51

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Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise by Captain Dave

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $62

Explore a picturesque landscape of quiet canals, wooden bridges, and Dutch homes on a full-day tour from Amsterdam to Giethoorn, the ‘Venice of the Netherlands.’ Avoid crowded public transport and travel in a small group on a bus from central Amsterdam to Giethoorn. The village has no main roads, so along with your tour guide, take a boat trip cruising through Giethoorn’s canals and hear interesting information about the local history and people.

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Giethoorn & Afsluitdijk Day Tour w/ Boat Ride & Hotel Pickup

8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $153

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No trip to Amsterdam is complete without a canal cruise, and this experience pairs your time on the water with wine, Heineken beer, coffee, tea, and other drinks options, plus Dutch cheeses with dips, grapes, and crackers. As you sip and snack, you’ll sail the city’s iconic waterways on a traditional boat. Along the way, your guide will point out highlights from the Seven Bridges viewpoint to the historic Westerkerk.

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Amsterdam Cheese and Wine Canal Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

from $45

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Don’t waste time trying to hit the Dutch food hotspots alone, only to end up in tourist traps. Instead, join this boutique and specialized food tour through Amsterdam, during which you stop at several distinct locations. Stroll through the quaint Jordaan area and along the city's famous canals to enjoy iconic dishes like homemade Dutch apple pie in a traditional "brown" pub, exclusive cheeses in a private tasting room, and a mini ‘Rijsttafel’ from the former Dutch colony of Indonesia.

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Boutique Dutch Food Tour - Smallest Group Tour of Amsterdam

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $155

Amsterdam has many canal cruises to choose from, but most of them aren't smoke-friendly. This coffee shop cruise lets you enjoy the sights in a more relaxed environment. You can learn about local coffeeshop history from your host while on board, including how marijuana was decriminalized and how the city's coffeeshop scene evolved, or simply enjoy the ride. Drinks, including alcoholic beverages, are not included but can be purchased on board.

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Amsterdam Smoke Friendly Coffee Shop Cruise on Covered Boat

1 hourFree Cancellation

from $30

Special Offer

An Amsterdam canal cruise is a must for any visitor to the Netherlands. Skip the stress of walking around town looking for your boat dock and start your trip right by Amsterdam Central Station on this convenient package. Your sustainable boat is 100% electric with a restroom on board if needed, while a live guide points out everything you’re seeing, making this a perfect (and affordable) introduction to the city.

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Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Live Guide - Red Light District

1 hourFree Cancellation

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$19

$24

Discover the delights of Amsterdam without worrying about navigating on a private, customizable half-day walking tour of the capital's highlights. With your personal guide, stroll through top locations like Dam Square and Leiden Square at your own pace, rather than rushing in a large group. Pass by landmarks such as the Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House, and take a walk through the country's largest street market, Albert Cuyp. Conclude your tour with a scenic canal cruise for a fresh perspective.

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Private Tour: Amsterdam City Walking Tour and Canal Cruise

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $197

Price varies by group size

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Private Boat Tour Amsterdam - 90 Min incl. welcome drink on historic saloon boat

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $263

Price varies by group size

Treat yourself to an Amsterdam dinner cruise with a difference, and book a private experience with food from a favorite city restaurant. Before the canal cruise starts, you’ll choose from a selection of popular Amsterdam restaurants for your group. Then, once on board, you’ll each choose a 2-course meal and drinks from the menu. Crowd-free sights of Amsterdam attractions like the Magere Brug are included on the route.

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Amsterdam Private Dinner Cruise incl Drinks & 2-course Dinner 2hr

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $454

Price varies by group size

Experience a canal cruise and the treasures of Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum in one day with this money-saving, combination ticket. Couple your cruise with skip-the-line access to the spectacular Rijksmuseum, a showcase of Dutch art and history from the Middle Ages to the present. Breeze past the main entrance lines and explore the collections as you wish, seeing masterpieces such as Rembrandt’s "Night Watch."

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Rijksmuseum Amsterdam and Canal Cruise with Snackbox

3 hours

from $62

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Amsterdam Champagne Private Canal Cruise

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $335

Price varies by group size

Explore Amsterdam with our 60-minute canal sightseeing tour! Let our locals guide you through the iconic canals, where the coziness of small groups ensures a personalized and delightful experience. Hop on our 60-minute canal sightseeing tour, guided by our enthusiastic local guides ready to spill their insider knowledge. Enjoy hearing lesser-known stories about the city as well as personal stories from our team, as we cruise together along the iconic canals. Select your drink of choice from a variety of reasonably priced options, such as cocktails, beer, wine and soft drinks. The small group setting guarantees a personal experience, where you can interact with guides and fellow explorers—ideal for friend groups and families. Need Amsterdam recommendations? Just ask! We discover hidden gems and picturesque canals that other big boat tours simply can't reach. Join us for a cozy and fun journey through Amsterdam's famous canals, steering clear of the typical tourist paths.

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Amsterdam canal cruise in open boat – Guided tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

from $24

The Keukenhof Gardens are only open for a few weeks a year, making them surprisingly difficult to reach on public transportation. Fill up your camera roll without busting your budget when you book this convenient combo package, with skip-the-line tickets plus a round-trip transfer by comfortable bus with restrooms and Wi-Fi. After you return to Amsterdam, enjoy a canal cruise at a time and date of your choosing.

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Amsterdam: Keukenhof Entry plus Shuttle Bus & 75 min Canal Cruise

3 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $65

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Explore two must-visit Amsterdam museums—the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum—on a small-group Amsterdam combo tour that saves you hours of waiting in line. Head straight to the highlights of the Rijksmuseum to see the exhibitions on Dutch art and history from the Middle Ages, including masterpieces such as Rembrandt’s *Night Watch*. After time for lunch, head inside the Van Gogh Museum to see *Sunflowers* and more.

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Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private 8ppl Max

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $285

Price varies by group size

Grab a seat at the coolest bar in Amsterdam with a ticket to the XtraCold Icebar, where everything—even the glasses—is made completely of ice. Relax first in the hip warm lounge, then slip on a provided thermal jacket for an arctic drinking adventure right in the heart of the Dutch capital. Step into the frozen world inspired by the 1596 expedition to the North Pole, featuring detailed ice sculptures and polar bears as you sip on included drinks in the ‘chilled-out’ atmosphere.

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Xtracold Icebar Amsterdam, 3 Drinks Included

45 minutesFree Cancellation

from $29

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Zaanse Schans Windmills and Volendam Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $114

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Private City Kickstart Tour: Amsterdam

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $97

Price varies by group size

Special Offer

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Amsterdam: Cheese Tasting Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks

1 hourFree Cancellation

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A cruise around Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals is a quintessential experience for visitors to the city. With this tour, take a unique route around Amsterdam and explore some of the smaller canals, giving you the chance to see parts of the city many cruises miss out on. Sip included drinks as you pass famous sites such as Amsterdam Centraal Station and the Anne Frank House, then venture off-the-beaten-track to discover less-known landmarks and local neighborhoods.

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Amsterdam: Kingsday Party Cruise including Drinks

1 hour 30 minutes

from $72

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Amsterdam Highlights - Group Cruise with Apple Pie, 2 Drinks

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $88

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What are the best Amsterdam tours on the water?

There are plenty of high-quality tours on the water in Amsterdam to choose from. Looking at ratings and reviews given by previous customers, these are the best tours available right now:

What are the most affordable tours of Amsterdam on the water?

The price of Amsterdam tours on the water varies depending on duration and inclusions. If you're looking for high-quality experiences on the lower end of the price range, these are the best tours to book now:

Are guided Amsterdam tours on the water worth it?

Yes, guided Amsterdam canal tours are well worth it. Guides will share stories and insights about the city's UNESCO–listed canals, from Golden Age merchant houses to architectural details you'd likely miss on your own. Tours handle all logistics—departure points, routes, and commentary—and many include drinks and snacks.

Per one customer who booked the Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese, "We absolutely loved it. The crew was friendly, the boat comfortable, and the wine and cheese aplenty. The tour was entertaining. Lovely way to spend part of our afternoon. We had a beautiful day, but chose the covered boat in case of rain."

What should I know before booking Amsterdam tours on the water?

Before booking, check what's included: many tours offer unlimited drinks, Dutch snacks, or cheese tastings, while others keep things simple with just commentary. Consider boat and group size; opt for a smaller boat for a more intimate onboard experience or a larger vessel for more stability and protection from the elements. If you want extra privacy or a romantic setting, book a private tour. Finally, consider how long you want to be out on the water, as tours range from 40-minute cruises to leisurely 2-hour experiences.

What are the best tips for enjoying Amsterdam tours on the water?

Dress in layers—Amsterdam’s weather can be unpredictable, and even covered boats can feel chilly on the water, especially during evening cruises. Arrive a few minutes early to snag the best seats with optimal views of the canal houses and bridges. Don't hesitate to ask your guide questions about Amsterdam's history, architecture, and local recommendations—they'll be great sources for hidden gems and dining spots to explore after your cruise.

What Amsterdam tours on the water are one hour or less?

Even if you're short on time, you can find fun Amsterdam activities to fit your schedule. Here are some of the best Amsterdam tours on the water to enjoy in an hour or less:

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