Private Canal Cruise Local Captains and Hidden Gems Amsterdam

Amsterdam, Netherlands

1 to 3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Private canal cruise with a local skipper
A cosy lounge deck on a historic boat
Historical stories and architectural insights (tailored to your interests)
Exclusive local stories & hidden gems
Curated music & good company
Warm blankets if it gets chilly
Open-air in good weather, covered and heated in cold or rainy weather
Polaroid keepsake
Drinks are available for purchase on board (not included in the price)

No toilet on board, but we are happy to make a short stop if you need to use a restroom

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Picnic spot
Brouwersgracht 64, 1013 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
Go to the jetty/dock on the canal side. That's where we will wait for you!

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Brouwersgracht

Admission Ticket Free

Herengracht

Admission Ticket Free

Blauwburgwal

Admission Ticket Free

Singel

Admission Ticket Free

Haarlemmersluis

Admission Ticket Free

IJ

Admission Ticket Free

Amsterdam North

Admission Ticket Free

Houthavens

Admission Ticket Free

Prinseneiland

Admission Ticket Free

Westelijke Eilanden

Admission Ticket Free

Lijnbaansgracht

Admission Ticket Free

Bloemgracht

Admission Ticket Free

Cafe Papeneiland

Admission Ticket Free

Prinsengracht

Admission Ticket Free

Egelantiersgracht

Admission Ticket Free

Leliegracht

Admission Ticket Free

The Jordaan

Admission Ticket Free

Emperor's Canal (Keizersgracht)

Admission Ticket Free

Brouwersgracht

Admission Ticket Free

Amsterdam

Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Infants must sit on laps
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 5 reviews

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Private Amsterdam Canal Cruise

Julie_W, Jun 2026

We were in a lovely, small, vintage wooden boat…it was comfortable and the canal cruise was lovely. Our captain was knowledgeable and friendly…he answered all our questions, gave us restaurant suggestions and navigated expertly around the bigger boats and blind bridge corners…it was a five star afternoon!

very quiet personal and peaceful

Carlyn_A, Aug 2025

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour wirh Beer. We cruised quiet canals while Beer explained both the history of the buildings and canals and also told personal experiences that were very interesting and fun. Beer gave lots of personal attention...he helped us charge our phones, gave us lunch recommendations and directions. Beer's boat is beautiful and because it is electric also quiet. Book this tour--you won't regret it!

Private Tour? This is the one.

Kim_K, Jul 2025

We thoroughly enjoyed this PRIVATE customized tour through the canals of Amsterdam. Couldn’t have been a better experience. If you don’t want crowds and need a rain or shine option, this is your tour boat. More than your typical ride through the canals. We took amazing pictures which I will not post as they would ruin the surprises around every corner.