Top Netherlands Day Cruises

Not all canal boats are created equal. This canal cruise aboard a classic 1928 saloon boat is complete with heaters and blankets and both indoor and outdoor seating. Enjoy a longer journey than the classic hour-long excursion, with more time for narration and the chance to get outside the city center to see a more modern side of Amsterdam. Enjoy locally-produced Dutch bites and drinks, both included with your ticket.

Discover Amsterdam like a local: on two wheels. This small-group bike tour takes you past some of the city's most-important landmarks, including the Magere Brug and the Hermitage Museum. Afterward, you will experience the city from the water on a cruise through the city's canals with drinks and cheese included.

Enjoy spotting some of Amsterdam’s most famous landmarks from the calm waters of its iconic canals on a luxury cruise. Sit back and relax as your captain steers you under dainty bridges and through Amsterdam’s many unique neighborhoods, and learn about the history of each specific area and their historic buildings from your guide. Sip on a glass of wine or a beer and take it easy.

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.

Enjoy Amsterdam's sights and a classic high tea aboard this elegant saloon boat, which calls at all the attractions from the Anne Frank House to the Westerkerk, as you navigate the UNESCO-listed canals. The captain provides live commentary while the host serves tea, coffee, scones, finger sandwiches, and much more.

Step into a world of blooming tulips and windmills on a half-day tour from Amsterdam that combines some of the country’s top highlights. From a guided 45-minute garden walk through Keukenhof Gardens to an optional 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise, the included experiences feature a mix of culture, history, and tradition.

A private Amsterdam canal cruise is so much more personal than big boat tours. And this great deal shows it need not bust your budget. Groups as large as 10 can fit comfortably onto this intimate boat, which is open in good weather but has a roof and blankets for cooler times. Your skipper will create a route that’s perfect for the season: feel free to add any special requests.

Secure advance tickets to two of Amsterdam’s most popular attractions, and save more than a quarter on admission costs when you book simultaneously. Hop aboard a canal boat and cruise along the city’s UNESCO-listed waterways. See landmarks like the Anne Frank House and Westerkerk, and learn more about the sights from your audio guide. Then, discover the kooky attractions at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Amsterdam, where you’ll have a pre-booked timeslot, plus free time to explore at your leisure.

Skip crowded sightseeing boats and experience Amsterdam’s canals with only your group aboard. This private cruise lets you relax while a captain handles the route past some of the city’s best-known sights. Enjoy pizza along with unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks as you take in Amsterdam from the water, combining sightseeing and a casual meal in one personalized outing.

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.

One of the best ways to explore Amsterdam is on a canal cruise and this adventure takes it to the next level. Board your private vessel and enjoy a relaxing sail through the canals of Amsterdam paired with a delicious barbecue feast. Your own personal chef prepares your meal right on the boat while you enjoy unlimited drinks and scenic views of the city.

There’s no better way to discover Amsterdam than from the water. And this affordable cruise in a covered boat with a transparent roof for maximum visibility lets you do exactly that. Choose from two convenient departure locations, one right by Amsterdam Central Stations, and a wide range of time slots. Your live guide shares city insights as you see landmark sights like the Anne Frank House and Skinny Bridge.

Avoid waiting in a long line with fast-track access to Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum, then unwind after a busy day’s sightseeing on a canal cruise. Take advantage of the combined deal to save money and tick off 2 popular city attractions. Learn about Holland’s history and culture as you explore the national museum, and benefit from audio commentary for insight into landmarks as you cruise the iconic canals.

See the picturesque city of Amsterdam light up after dark on an evening cruise of its canals. Sail peacefully along the water and enjoy views of some of the city’s most enduring scenes, such as its bridges, unique architecture, and historic buildings. Avoid the crowded streets and see Amsterdam illuminated like never before.

Discover the magic of Amsterdam’s canals at sunset and unwind on an open boat away from the crowds. Feel free to Bring Your Own snacks, drinks & 420 supplies for a truly local experience. Standard tours often come with overpriced drink packages and restrictive menus. We do things differently. To keep your experience affordable and exactly to your taste, we operate a Bring Your Own policy. Friendly 420 BYO tour on an open boat (no roof). - BRING YOUR OWN delicious drinks (alcohol allowed), favorite snacks & smoke supplies! - Forgot something? Grab refreshments at the Albert Heijn supermarket just 20 meters around the corner from the boarding point. - We depart from Leidsekade 98, close to the iconic The Bulldog Palace—a famous shop located in a former police station. Witness the sunset over 750 years of history. Explore highlights like the Dancing Houses and Seven Bridges on an open boat tour. Enjoy live English commentary as you navigate from the Old City Wall to the Amstel river.

Swap Amsterdam for the charm of Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn on this two-in-one, full-day excursion from the city center. Take the residents' route to Zaanse Schans, avoiding its crowded main entrance, and see its historic windmills before exploring a cheese factory, visiting a wooden clog factory, and more. Afterward, see Giethoorn’s thatched houses from the water as you take a boat tour of this picturesque village.

Appreciate some of Amsterdam’s most stunning views from the water in this intimate cruise. You’ll see the city transform as the sun sets and the canals light up, and learn about Amsterdam's history and culture. Pass by the picturesque Amstel River, rare wooden bridges, elegant canal houses and charming neighborhoods like Jordaan.

Many of the Amsterdam Light Festival’s artworks sit along the canals, where they’re hard to take in from the street. A covered saloon boat takes you past more than 20 installations, with a guide sharing background on the artworks and the landmarks along the route. Buy drinks and snacks on board, or upgrade to an unlimited drinks package.

Amsterdam’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed canals are the source of its wealth and strength, so a canal cruise is the perfect way to discover its history. Board a premium saloon boat with a rich interior and contemporary styling for a journey into Amsterdam’s historic heart, with a live guide to explain everything you’re seeing and point out details you might miss. For warmth, blankets are available at cooler times of year.

Explore Amsterdam from the water, enjoying views you might otherwise miss, with this private canal cruise. Relax once you step onboard, and let your captain lead the way as you sail down the historic waterways. Learn about history, architecture, and culture from your captain as you go, passing by landmarks including Anne Frank's House and the Westerkerk.

Enjoy a romantic excursion in the heart of Amsterdam with this private canal boat tour. Glide along Amsterdam’s canals in a quiet electric boat as your captain tells romantic tales related to this special city. During the tour, a special moment is created for your proposal with a personalized plan to ensure everything goes smoothly.

Experience the Amsterdam Light Festival without battling crowds on a 1.5-hour cruise on the Dutch capital’s canals. Enjoy a unique vantage point of the illuminated artwork around the city as you cruise along the historic waterways. Relax in a spacious restroom-equipped boat as you take in the sights. Listen to narration along the way from your audio guide, with headphones provided.

Cruising around Amsterdam’s picturesque canals is a quintessential experience for travelers to the city. With this tour, hop aboard one of the prettiest boats in the city, decorated with colorful flowers and seasonal tulips—the Netherlands’ most famous flower. Sail along the Amstel River and the Herengracht, see Amsterdam’s seven bridges, and learn about the city’s history, culture, and love of flowers from your local guide.

Avoid crowds and long walks while still enjoying the magic of the Amsterdam Light Festival by experiencing it from the comfort of a heated, covered boat. Departing conveniently from Central Station, this canal cruise offers unlimited drinks and panoramic views of the city’s light installations. With an official audio guide included, learn the stories behind each artwork as you sail past. Sit back, relax, and make the most of photo ops from the lounge deck (or through the skylight)—no stress, just a smooth and cozy evening on the water.