Wooden dock next to the floating Chinese restaurant 'Sea Palace'
Description
Step aboard our exquisite fleet of classic and historic private open canal boats in Amsterdam, where sophistication meets timeless elegance. Each meticulously restored vessel offers generous open space for up to 8 discerning guests, ensuring an intimate and exclusive experience far removed from the bustle of crowded tourist boats. Revel in the privilege of cruising Amsterdam’s enchanting canals with only your chosen companions, surrounded by the city’s rich heritage and picturesque scenery. Our distinguished boats feature thoughtfully designed amenities such as a sun-drenched deck at the rear or front, or a sleek sliding roof at the rear, allowing you to bask in the gentle outdoor air and golden sunshine as you glide gracefully through the heart of Amsterdam. Indulge in the ultimate canal tour, where luxury, privacy, and unforgettable moments await.
All of our boats have a minibar on board, where alcoholic as well as non-alcoholic drinks can be purchased.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
27 times a day, 8:00 AM–9:00 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 15
Adult
$251
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $478.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:21 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
2 Hours (English/German/Dutch) 2 hours
Duration: 2 hours
Open Boat
1.5 hours (French) 1 hour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Open Boat
1 hours (English/German/Dutch) 1 hour
Duration: 1 hour
Open Boat
1.5hour (English/German/Dutch)
Duration: 3 days 18 hours
Open Boat
2 hours (French) 2 hours
Duration: 2 hours
Open Boat
1 hour (French) 1 hour
Duration: 1 hour
Open Boat
Itinerary
Anne Frank House
Pass by
Passing by
Magere Brug
Pass by
Red Light District
Pass by
Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum
Pass by
Heineken Experience
Pass by
Pass by
Passing by
Bridge of 15 Bridges
Pass by
Prinsengracht
Pass by
Pass by
Passing by
What's included
Included
Soda/Pop
Wine and Beer is included in the price
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
35 reviews
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How it compares in Amsterdam
Rated higher than 81% of 637 reviewed tours in Amsterdam
Excurgo comparison of 2,111 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Bespoke Amsterdam Private Open Boat Cruise take?
Bespoke Amsterdam Private Open Boat Cruise lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Bespoke Amsterdam Private Open Boat Cruise cost?
Prices start at $251 per person for this Amsterdam experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $478. There are 6 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Bespoke Amsterdam Private Open Boat Cruise run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 27 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM.
Can I cancel Bespoke Amsterdam Private Open Boat Cruise for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Wooden dock next to the floating Chinese restaurant 'Sea Palace'. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Bespoke Amsterdam Private Open Boat Cruise offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, FR, NL.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Bespoke Amsterdam Private Open Boat Cruise worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 35 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Private Boat Tours Amsterdam & Private Dinner Cruise | Grachtenfahrt - Boatboys.
Reviews(35)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Graeme_A
July 18, 2026 · via Viator
Beautiful cruise interrupted by a storm
I booked this for me and my girlfriend to experience a more intimate and romantic cruise through the famous Amsterdam canals. They were very accommodating and even sourced some gluten free beers for me and played a Serbian playlist for my girlfriend. What we saw was amazing but unfortunately maybe 10 minutes into the tour a massive thunderstorm passed over so we spent maybe 20 minutes under a bridge sheltering from the storm. I am not one to leave a bad review over weather that can't be controlled by the provider but I also can't give this a 5 star as we didn't get to see as much as I had hoped. Still a memorable experience and highly recommend. Hopefully you will have better luck than us!
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GoPlaces62275338017
May 5, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Better is not imaginable
Robertino and Karl gave us a very friendly welcome. The boat is charming and glided silently through the canals with its electric motor, and because the boat is small, it could also sail through the small canals in the old town that are taboo for the big boats. The explanations about Amsterdam and the personal conversations were charming and we felt very comfortable. We can highly recommend the Boat Boys to anyone who wants to take a canal trip in a very personal way.
Operator response
Thanks a lot for this great review - and even better to hear that you enjoyed the small boat and its advantages cruising through the smallest canals of Amsterdam! We hope to welcome you another time on board - all the best from us :)
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Trail66159036892
April 12, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Beautiful city from the canals
Lovely tour
Lovely old clean and wooden boat
Lovely city
Nice Prosecco with fun guides talking about their city
Operator response
Thank you for your kind feedback, we appreciate that you have had a great time on board of our private boat Undine!
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noturmans
February 5, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Second time as good as the first
Amsterdam is best seen by boat and the boat in question is wonderful. Cozy, warm, and with a great captain. We chatted with him while enjoying the city and he was very personable and knowledgable. My wife and I enjoyed it very much and it was our second time with the company!
Operator response
Thank you for choosing us again for your 2nd private canal cruise in Amsterdam. We will pass your compliments to our captain and we are more then pleased to hear that you had a wonderful time on board of our private boat Undine. We keep upgrading and maintaining the boat throughout the whole year to provide an outstanding customer experience on board. Thank you again and have a lovely day!
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katiemharrington
October 1, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Romantic cruise through the canals
My wife and I did this cruise to celebrate our one-year wedding anniversary. The cruise was very intimate and relaxing and the perfect way to tour the canals. We loved our captain, he gave us great information about the city and he made our experience the highlight of our trip to Amsterdam.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your feedback. It is great to read that you have enjoyed the anniversary celebration on our privat boat Undine. Wishing you all the best from Amsterdam!
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JonathanC504
September 11, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Instructive, Enjoyable, Beautiful Way to See Amsterdam !
Fantastic experience with Carl. We bombarded him with questions and he had answers to all of them! We learnt a lot, relaxed even more and saw the best of Amsterdam from the comfort of a classic, super comfy electric boat :-) Highly recommended.
Operator response
Thanks a lot for rating us. Happy to hear that you did enjoy the private boat ride on our historic boat Undine!
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Krumrine1
June 8, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
10/10 boat tour in Amsterdam
This was hands down a truly remarkable experience. Seeing the city from the water the water gives a you a while new perspective and Carl took care of us the entire way. Funny, professional, knowledge, book this tour now.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the compliment - I will pass it on to Carl! We are glad to hear that we have created a memorable private boat tour for you. All the best and we hope to welcome you one day again on our classic boat Undine.
J
jwesenaar
May 26, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Special time on the water.
Second time on the boat, after my first time last year at a surprise birthday party. The private boot tour gives a special feel and sees Amsterdam in a special light. Thank you to the boot captain who was funny and knowledgeable about everything in Amsterdam. Had a great time again!. I can only recommend this company for special tours on the canals.
Operator response
Dear Jan Willem, thanks so much for sharing your feedback on here. We are happy to hear that you have enjoyed your second tour with us, this time with our captain Joost. We hope to welcome you soon on board again for another memorable private boat tour!
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pascaleNYC
May 2, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing private canal boat
We had a very pleasant time on the canals, sun and champagne flute: it was great with Our captain and french guide. Thanks for explanations. The grandfather was pleased
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and were satisfied with our french tour guide. We hope to welcome you another time on board!
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hugodsmith01
February 13, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent
Such a great tour round Amsterdam, relaxed and friendly. Could not recommend enough will be booking for when our next friends come over . Excellent Excellent Excellent
Operator response
Dear Hugo, we are glad to hear that you could relax during the tour and enjoyed it to the fullest. We hope to welcome you soon again on board!
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