Tours/Amsterdam/Amsterdam: Saloon Boat Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bite option
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Amsterdam: Saloon Boat Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bite option

4.9(3,698)Amsterdam1 hour
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Description

Step aboard our luxurious classic saloon boat and discover Amsterdam from the water in style. During this 1-hour canal cruise, our experienced skipper and live guide will take you past the city’s most iconic landmarks while sharing stories about Amsterdam’s rich culture and history. Sit back and relax in the comfort of a heated, 100% electric boat with panoramic windows offering the best views of the canals. Enjoy a drink from the onboard bar, serving wine, beer, and soft drinks as you take in the city’s atmosphere. Admire the 17th-century canal houses, the famous Skinny Bridge, the grand Amstel Hotel, and the charming Grachtengordel district. All from a timeless perspective on Amsterdam’s historic waterways.

Tour Options

Saloon excl, Anne Frank
  • Excluding Drinks & Bites: A variety of drinks are available for purchase at our onboard bar. Starting point: Keizersgracht 198, 1016 DW Amsterdam, Netherlands
Saloon excl, Central Station
  • Excluding Drinks & Bites: A variety of drinks are available for purchase at our onboard bar. Starting point: Prins Hendrikkade 33A, 1012 TM Amsterdam, Netherlands
Saloon Incl - Central Station
  • Unlimited Drinks + Bite: Unlimited Drinks with an assortment of beer, wine & soft drinks! Accompanied by delicious bites. Cocktails are not included. Starting point: Prins Hendrikkade 33A, 1012 TM Amsterdam, Netherlands

Itinerary

Pass by

The Amstel is the biggest canal of all, and Amsterdam was founded from this canal which was originally a river. Fisherman builds a "dam" and called is Amsterdam.

Pass by

As you sail past, the Zuiderkerk tower, with its striking white spire and ornate clock faces, stands proudly against the Amsterdam skyline.

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Dutch National Opera (DNO; formerly De Nederlandse Opera, now De Nationale Opera in Dutch) is a Dutch opera company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Its present home base is the Dutch National Opera & Ballet housed in the Stopera building, a modern building designed by Cees Dam and Wilhelm Holzbauer which opened in 1986.

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'The Drunken Houses'

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Since most canals in Amsterdam make a curve, seeing through so many bridges at once is very rare!

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The three main canals (Herengracht, Prinsengracht, and Keizersgracht), dug in the 17th century during the Dutch Golden Age, form concentric belts around the city, known as the Grachtengordel. Alongside the main canals are 1550 monumental buildings. The 17th-century canal ring area, including the Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht, Herengracht, and Jordaan, were listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010, contributing to Amsterdam's fame as the "Venice of the North"

Highlights

Experienced local skipper and live guide
1-hour Canal Cruise on a classic Saloon Boat
Onboard bar (Drinks available for purchase)

What's included

Included
Experienced local skipper and live guide
1-hour Canal Cruise on a classic Saloon Boat
Onboard bar (Drinks available for purchase)
Not included
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • It is colder on the water, please bring warm clothes so you won't get surprised by the chilly Dutch weather.
  • A fairly big step has to be made into the boat. Our stewards will assist you with this.
  • No bachelor / birthday party groups allowed, please call us for a private boat option
  • Please be aware that the points of interest on the route may slightly vary depending on the departure point chosen

Reviews(3,698)

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alexhN6485OY
August 20, 2026
Great experience

Incredible experience. Our tour guides Eduardo and Summer were very friendly and knowledgeable. 11/10!

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332paridem
August 19, 2026
Must Do in Dam

Shootout to these funny guys kevin and jay and to the beautiful interesting tour!!

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J9537PEhelenaw
August 15, 2026
Everything was great, a very fun ride 🧡

Frank and Francesco are the best 🧡🧡🧡

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O8651EEgabrielec
August 14, 2026
top experience

Lotta is the best ever she is so kind and pretty! And Fred is a great driver

4
476kriszti_na
August 14, 2026
Amazing Experiance

Tys and Ruben and our American Tour Guide wäre amazing. Very fun. Thanks alot

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suoren
August 7, 2026
Relaxing boat trip

Great experience with Captain Frank, who brings a lot of knowledge to the tour!

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Liz_M
August 4, 2026
An Amsterdam Must: Entertaining and Informative!

This cruise was so much fun and the time simply flew by! We learned lots of fun and interesting facts and anecdotes about the city while enjoying wine & cheese. We also met such a great group of fellow travelers! Would highly recommend!

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Vacation12351332480
August 2, 2026
Fantastic Cruise

Fantastic boy leon and Sven top drink

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Camper61613050562
August 2, 2026
Great experience

Barbora, Leon and Vincent were the greatest staff! They were super friendly and hospitable and made the whole tour interesting with their wonderful stories and hilarious fun facts. My glass was not sitting empty at any point either!

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janinej886
July 31, 2026
Very pleasant experience

Very nice hosts. Very funny and friendly

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