Top Netherlands Water Tours

Canoe the canals of Holland’s Waterland region at sunset on this 4-hour trip from Amsterdam. Travel with a guide to this rural area, and paddle past reed beds, meadows and picture-postcard villages. Savor the sound of birdsong and scents of wild flowers, glide through landscapes once painted by Rembrandt, and learn how the flat countryside was reclaimed from the sea. Take a swim if the weather allows, and finish with a picnic dinner overlooking a lake and the area’s wooden windmills. Numbers limited to 10 people for a small-group experience.

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.

Experience Rotterdam Harbor, one of the world’s largest ports, from the water. Enjoy Rotterdam’s skyline from the comfort of your cruise ship. Sail through Europe’s largest working port and marvel at the busy ship traffic, docks and shipyards. Your tour ends with views of the impressive S.S. Rotterdam, the famous 1950s ship-turned-hotel.

Explore the charming village of Kinderdijk, famous for its windmills, on this private guided bike tour from Rotterdam. Ride around the scenic area with stops for coffee, a snack in the fields, and at a local cheese farm. Includes a visit to the official windmill museum and waterbus from Rotterdam.

Discover the Dutch capital at its most picturesque and romantic—and enjoy waterfront views of its UNESCO-listed scenery, all lit up after dark—on this evening canalboat cruise. Pick between several start times, make your own way to the dock, and hop aboard. As you wend your way through the city’s waterways, enjoy on-board cheese plates, take advantage of the open bar, and learn more from your captain’s narration.

Make the most of your limited time in Hoorn with a full day tour of the city’s highlights by electric water taxi. A beautiful city along the Ijsselmeer, Hoorn is only 30 minutes from Amsterdam. Enjoy cozy shops, bars and restaurants; pass by 16th century warehouses and a 17th century replica of the historic D’Halve Maen boat. Relax as your guide tells you all you need to know about this quaint harbor town.

Seeing the highlights of the Amsterdam Light Festival usually involves a lot of walking—and battling with large crowds. But this cruise aboard a covered saloon boat lets you admire the Dutch capital’s illuminations with none of the fuss. Choose to purchase drinks and snacks at your leisure or upgrade to include a portion of snacks and an open bar of wine, beer, mulled wine, hot chocolate, and soft drinks.

Cruise past the ‘Water Colors’ light sculptures of the Amsterdam Light Festival on an evening cruise. Settle aboard a whisper-quiet, electric boat and see the sparkling illuminated artworks on the canals, bridges, and monuments. Listen to the crystal-clear onboard commentary and hear the story behind the installations.

Explore the quaint village of Kinderdijk on this private bike tour from Rotterdam. Ride alongside your guide to the village famous for its 18th-century windmills, stopping at a local cheese farm, visiting an official windmill interior, and enjoying a scenic boat ride from Rotterdam to Kinderdijk.

Book your own personal canal boat cruise for the Amsterdam Light Festival, which takes place on select dates from November through January. Aboard a 12-seater private boat just for your sole group, you’ll experience the festival’s art displays and light sculptures without the crowds. Just leave the navigation to the boat’s captain, and enjoy a welcome drink plus complimentary coffee or tea once on board.

A unique view of the Dutch landscape. Where most travelers go is Amsterdam. We bring you to the real true identity of the Netherlands. Lisse and the Kagerplassen are known for their natural looks. During this tour you will discover beautiful nature reserves in combination with a beautiful tour on our boat. The departure location is 10 minutes from Keukenhof.

Combine a visit to the Keukenhof Gardens with a beautiful windmill Cruise (of approximately 1 hours) on the 'Kagerplassen' (also known as the 'Amsterdam Lakes') During the cruise you can enjoy the beautiful views, historic windmills and typical Dutch villages in the famous bulb region. The boat is covered and offers an open deck as well, providing great photo opportunities, so be sure to bring your camera! Come at your own pace and first enjoy a beautiful 1 hour windmill Cruise on one of the great ships of Rederij van Hulst. When checking in for the cruise you will get your timed entrance ticket for the Keukenhof Gardens which can be visited after the cruise. The Keukenhof Gardens are located only 15 minutes (by car) from the cruise departing point. With the Keukenhof ticket you will have directly access to the gardens (we will reserve a time slot after the cruise for you) Attention! You will receive the Keukenhof ticket at our meeting point in Warmond.

Head to Amsterdam Icebar Xtracold, where you’re treated to three complimentary drinks—while relaxing in a frosty bar where everything, even your drinking glass, is made of ice! Continue this totally ‘cool’ experience by taking a canal sightseeing cruise on a luxury glass-topped boat. It’s the best way to see Amsterdam’s top highlights.

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.

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.

Gliding through Amsterdam canals at night, with 17th-century houses and ancient bridges lit up in lights, is magical—especially on this private cruise for two. Feel the romance with your beloved as your captain tells stories. Share a glass of Prosecco and snacks, including local favorites, as you travel. The roof and windows are retractable, while blankets and heated seats keep you warm in winter.

Combine two of Amsterdam’s top-selling experiences and save money with a Super Saver Heineken Experience and canal cruise package—a convenient and budget-friendly choice that’s ideal for first-time visitors. Guarantee your entry to the often sold-out Heineken Experience by booking in advance and get unobstructed views of Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed waterways, without the crowds on land, during a canal cruise—a quintessential Amsterdam experience.

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.

In winter, Amsterdam’s canals host the Amsterdam Light Festival, with surprising, luminous artworks concealed in unexpected places. See more than 20 pieces from the water in the comfort of a covered saloon boat with an expert guide who provides insights into the landmarks. Pay as you go for drinks and snacks or upgrade to a free-flow package to help you beat the cold.

Explore the perimeter of Amsterdam's world-famous Red Light District and find out its secrets, history, and the edgy side of Amsterdam’s nightlife. Learn about the Red Light District’s origins and wander to Chinatown to see the Buddhist temple and many of Amsterdam’s most iconic pubs and nightclubs. Take a boat ride on the city’s canals and see Amsterdam come alive after dark.

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.

Charter a private boat in Amsterdam for an evening of canal cruising and unlimited Champagne. Bookable for your personal group of up to 12 people, the traditional vessel is one of a few in the city that holds the prized “floating monument status” due to its historic character. On board, you’ll enjoy unlimited Champagne and commentary about Amsterdam from the boat’s owner.

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.

Don’t let windows obstruct your view of Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals—instead, cruise the Dutch capital’s charming waterways on an open-air boat that promises unrivaled vistas of the waterfront architecture. Upgrade to include a craft cocktail to sip as you sail and relish being far from the land-based crowds for a more relaxed experience.