Top Netherlands On the Water

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. Amsterdam Boat Experience is not an official partner of Amsterdam Light Festival 2026/2027.

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. Amsterdam Boat Experience is not an official partner of Amsterdam Light Festival 2026/2027.

Discover two of Amsterdam's most memorable experiences with this combination ticket, including a relaxing 1-hour canal cruise and a visit to ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo. Start your adventure from the water as you cruise through Amsterdam's iconic canals, passing historic bridges, picturesque canal houses and some of the city's most famous landmarks. Sit back, relax and enjoy fascinating audio commentary available in 19 languages while taking in the unique views of the Dutch capital. Then continue your day at ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo, where you can encounter extraordinary wildlife from around the world in beautifully designed habitats. Visit the jaguar enclosure to see the playful cub and its mother, stroll through the South American Pampa to meet tapirs, capybaras and maras, and discover countless other fascinating species along the way. Every path offers new encounters, from majestic animals to endangered species, highlighting the importance of protecting our planet's biodiversity.

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.

Explore Giethoorn Your Way – Your Own Electric Boat for 2 to 5 People! Step aboard the compact, easy-to-drive electric boat for 2 to 5 people and discover Giethoorn at your own pace. With soft cushions, silent motors, and plenty of space, you’ll enjoy a peaceful and unforgettable experience on the water. - Comfort & simplicity – A nimble boat for couples, small families and friends, with comfy cushions and a whisper-quiet motor. No licence needed. - Free navigation app – Follow a scenic route or explore freely with the easy-to-use app. -WhatsApp support during your trip – Need help or have a question? We’re just a message away! - Smooth self-service – Book, check in, and start your trip – all by yourself, no waiting. - Free parking & restrooms – Everything you need, in one convenient location. Perfect for a romantic cruise, a family outing or a relaxed trip with friends. Ready to hit the water? Book your own boat in Giethoorn now – available for 1, 2, 3, 4 or 6 hours!

Enjoy a private tour in the beautiful city Amsterdam. Meet your private driver/host in the lobby of your hotel and set off on a leisurely drive through the city’s most interesting quarters. Along the way, learn the history behind these iconic spots and hear some little-known artistic history that surrounds a statute near Rembrandt’s house. Learn about the Anne Frank story and Amsterdam’s diverse cultural heritage on a drive through the old Jewish district. Stop for photos at the most picturesque area of Amsterdam and stop at the world's only floating flower market founded in 1862. The last stop is at the Gassan Diamond Factory. Here you can visit the Rolex store and you can choose if you will have a Diamond Experience Tour with one of Gassan's guide. Experience the craftsmanship of the diamond cutters and see the process of transforming a rough diamond into a dazzling brilliant, while a guide explains the origins of diamonds and the history of the diamond industry in Amsterdam.

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!

Experience Amsterdam’s picturesque canals aboard a private saloon boat, a beautifully restored classic vessel designed for comfort and elegance. Glide through iconic waterways, taking in the historic bridges and charming canal houses from the cozy indoor lounge. Perfect for couples, families, and small groups, this exclusive cruise offers a personalized touch with your own professional skipper. Enhance your journey with optional drinks and snacks, or savor the enchanting Amsterdam Light Festival illuminated from the water. - Enjoy a private luxury saloon boat exclusively for your group - Guided by an experienced local skipper with optional live commentary - Choose from options including drinks, snacks, or special Light Festival routes - Discover unique views of Amsterdam’s historic canals and bridges

Explore Giethoorn in Style – Your Own Spacious Boat for up to 12 People! Step aboard our large, comfortable electric boat for up to 12 people and discover Giethoorn at your own pace. With soft cushions, silent motors, and plenty of space, you’ll enjoy a peaceful and unforgettable experience on the water. - Room for the whole group – Up to 12 people, comfy cushions and a whisper-quiet motor. No licence needed. - Free navigation app – Follow a scenic route or explore freely with our easy-to-use app. -WhatsApp support during your trip – Need help or have a question? We’re just a message away! - Smooth self-service – Book, check in, and start your trip – all by yourself, no waiting. - Free parking & restrooms – Everything you need, in one convenient location. Perfect for families, groups of friends and team outings. Ready to hit the water? Book your own boat in Giethoorn now – available for 1, 2, 3, 4 or 6 hours!

Most boat rentals start outside the center. Yours don't: you depart right from the City Centre and are on the iconic canal ring within minutes. Add easy-to-steer boats, a personal briefing, and a route map with the best spots, and you have the most relaxed way to skipper your own boat in Amsterdam, even with zero experience.

Your own boat, your own captain. Explore Giethoorn in complete privacy aboard our open VIP sloop, a quiet electric boat for up to 12 guests with deep cushions and warm blankets. While your local skipper steers and shares the stories of the village, you sit low on the water, glide under the little wooden bridges and hear only the birds. This is a private tour: only your group is on board, and the price is per boat, not per person. Choose one hour through the village canal, or two hours to add the wide open Bovenwijde lake. The route is agreed with your skipper on the day, so you can linger where you like. Bring your own drinks and snacks; there is a cool box on board. Ideal for a proposal, a birthday, a family outing or simply a relaxed way to see the village without having to steer yourself.

See the best that Amsterdam has to offer in one full day. Leave the stress of planning and navigating behind with a comprehensive sightseeing tour. Your private driver chauffeurs you in a luxury vehicle. Tick off all the highlights, including a canal cruise through Amsterdam’s historic city center, the Rijksmuseum, the Heineken Experience, and the Anne Frank House. This tour is perfect for those who only have a short time in the city.

This is not a group tour with strangers. It is your group, your guide, and for the last hour a boat that belongs only to you. We are a small independent company from Amsterdam. Your guides live here and take you to the shops and cafes they use themselves, not the places with a photo menu outside. The food tour has been running since 2015 and the boat finale is the ending guests kept asking for. You walk the old center, the 9 Little Streets and the Jordaan, taste 10 times along the way, then finish on a covered, heated salon boat through the UNESCO canal ring with a cold drink in hand. A separate captain drives, so your guide keeps the stories going at water level. Toilet on board, and the cruise runs rain or shine. About three hours on foot, one hour on the water, and no rush anywhere. Tell us what you like and your guide shapes the day around it.

Experience the canals of Amsterdam like never before, with unlimited wine, beer or softdrinks, enjoy a selection of Dutch snacks as you and your friends take in the charming canal houses and festive energy of Amsterdam. The local English-speaking skipper (who can also answer questions in Dutch) will explain every highlight of the city. All inclusive Enjoy unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks, plus a selection of Dutch snacks. All included in your ticket. Private group tour 12 passengers maximum Don't Speak English? We got you! The local skipper speaks English and Dutch, but we have a free digital booklet available with guided information in the languages: English, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, German, French and Italian. Highlights During daytime departures, we cruise past Amsterdam's vibrant neighbourhoods and historic landmarks. While the evening cruises enjoy the same but with all bridges illuminated with thousands of small light bulbs

Skip the fixed and impersonal group tours and enjoy the flexibility of seeing Amsterdam your own way with this private walking tour. Have the freedom to explore attractions such as the Jewish Quarter at you own pace and admire the UNESCO-listed waterways away from the crowds during a canal cruise on a luxury boat.

This private Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour is the ultimate winter activity for anyone who wants to explore the city in a serene and intimate way. No walking, no crowds – just you and the enchanting world of rituals illuminated by light. So whether you're visiting Amsterdam or simply looking for a special night out, let the city sparkle around you on this extraordinary Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour. Drinks, art, and ambiance will accompany you on this magical journey. VIP Canal Tours Amsterdam offers luxury private cruises and experiences on Amsterdam's historic canals. They focus on personalized service and comfort, unlike the larger, often crowded, canal boats. VIP Canal Tours offers both customized private tours and small-group cruises. You'll travel aboard beautifully restored, classic electric saloon boats, such as the 1933 "Energie," which navigate the canals silently and emission-free. Tours are led by professional, local skippers.

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.

Experience the magic of the Amsterdam Light Festival on a 90-minute evening canal cruise aboard a charming 1929 electric boat. Glide through Amsterdam’s illuminated waterways and enjoy the stories behind the stunning light installations from a knowledgeable guide. With a maximum of 11 guests on board, this intimate cruise allows for engaging commentary and personal interaction. The comfortable heated saloon features large windows for optimal viewing, while an open-air section provides fresh air and great photo opportunities. Relax as you soak in the artistic ambience of the festival from the water, creating unforgettable memories. - 90-minute canal cruise showcasing the Amsterdam Light Festival - Historic 1929 electric boat with a maximum of 11 guests - Dedicated captain and live guide sharing insights about the city - Heated saloon and open-air section for great views and photos

See Amsterdam from the water on a small-group cruise aboard an electric boat designed to navigate both the city's main canals and narrower waterways. Pass iconic sights while also reaching quieter canals where you can observe everyday life from a more intimate perspective. A local guide shares stories along the way, while the open-air setting, onboard bar, and comfortable amenities make for a relaxed way to experience the city.