Amsterdam Highlights Canal Cruise with a Drink

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Amsterdam, Netherlands

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

The combination of foot, bike, car and bus traffic on the cobblestone streets of Amsterdam can be overwhelming. Escape the crowds on this private canal tour led by a local host. Experience the city’s waterways from a unique vantage point. Enjoy a chilled drink while your guide gives you undivided attention and insight on the history and architecture of the city.

Enjoy a glass of chilled wine while relaxing on a private canal cruise
Avoid the crowds; get a personalized, customized experience
Knowledgeable, local host; get insider tips on the city
Enjoy having a private boat all to yourself

What's Included

Local guide
Private sightseeing boat ride
Welcome Drink

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Extra food and drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

H'ART Museum (Hermitage Amsterdam)
Amstel 51, 1018 EJ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Meet your local guide in front of the H'ART MUSEUM by the water

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Skinny Bridge (Pass By)

The Jordaan (Pass By)

Canals of Amsterdam (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
A maximum of 12 people per booking
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 66 reviews

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Canal tour in style

Mary_S, Jul 2025

Captain Mark was an exceptional guide, knowledgeable about the history, city and canals of Amsterdam and an interesting conversationalist. Our boat was an impeccably preserved 102 year beautiful classic wooden boat (and a restroom!). We thoroughly enjoyed our private experience and would highly recommend.

Fantastic Amsterdam Private Canal Cruise Tour

Robert_A, Jun 2022

Awesome! Worth the money! Had people both on shore and on other canal cruises taking our photo. A great way to see Amsterdam from a different view, get acclimated to the city and get a little education while enjoying the piece and quiet of the canals.

Thank you Carl

Pierre_L, Apr 2022

Everything was great Carl our captain was really nice and friendly. He gave us plenty of information about the city. The boat was amazing and the city is so beautiful It was a perfect moment in Amsterdam

Wonderful!

Kathy H, Sep 2019

Karl was the best! We loved his boat and his company. This is a great excursion to choose if you want to see alot of Amsterdam by water, get oriented, have some relaxing drinks and hear good stories about the city. It is well worth it!

We had a wonderful time with Bram as...

Jennifer_R, Sep 2017

We had a wonderful time with Bram as our guide. This was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Amsterdam!

Bram our guide was the BEST. We did...

Rebecca_K, Apr 2017

Bram our guide was the BEST. We did this tour our second day in Amsterdam and he helped show us around the canals and gave us excellent tips on being in the city. This also came with some interesting history about the development of the canals and the architecture of the buildings. We had a really fun time. This is a perfect way to help you get your bearings.