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Amsterdam: Saloon Boat Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bite option
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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. Relax on a heated, 100% electric boat with panoramic windows offering beautiful views of Amsterdam’s canals. Enjoy the city's atmosphere with a drink from the onboard bar, serving wine, beer, and soft drinks. Choose the unlimited drinks option if you would like to enjoy beer, wine, and soft drinks during the cruise. When selecting this option, you will also receive a box of small savoury bites during the trip. Drinks can also be purchased on board if you choose an option without unlimited drinks. 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.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:39 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 10.
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.
As you sail past, the Zuiderkerk tower, with its striking white spire and ornate clock faces, stands proudly against the Amsterdam skyline.
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.
'The Drunken Houses'
Since most canals in Amsterdam make a curve, seeing through so many bridges at once is very rare!
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"
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Amsterdam: Saloon Boat Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bite option lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $21 per person for this Amsterdam experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 21 departures a day between 10:30 AM and 9:30 PM.
Children aged 3–11 pay from $19, adults from $21. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is From January 22 until March 3, the Anne Frank House boarding location is Keizersgracht 198, 1016 DW Amsterdam. On January 21 and from March 4 onwards, the boarding location will be Prinsengracht 267, 1016 GV Amsterdam. Look for our crew dressed in orange. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam: Saloon Boat Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bite option | 1 hour | 4.9 (3,717) | $21 | |
 Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks and Bites Option | 1 hour | 4.9 (31,892) | $20 | View |
 Amsterdam Canal Cruise in Open Boat with Unlimited Drinks Option | 1 hour | 4.9 (5,966) | $24 | View |
 Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese | 1 hour | 4.8 (33,585) | $19 | View |
 Amsterdam Canal Cruise With Live Guide and Unlimited Drinks | 1 hour | 4.8 (2,985) | $22 | View |
| Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Canal Cruise with Live Guide | 1 hour | 4.9 (2,482) | $21 | View |
 Not a Typical Cruise Max 10 guests Bites Drinks Local Personal | 2 hours | 5.0 (418) | $65 | View |
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 45 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 3,717 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Flagship Amsterdam.