AMSTERDAM · BOAT TOURS
The boats worth getting on.
The 15 amsterdam boat tours travellers book most, gathered in one place. Where each one takes you, how long you are on the water, who runs the boat, and what a seat on deck costs.
Giethoorn canal charm plus Dutch water engineering at Afsluitdijk on a 9-hour Amsterdam day trip, with guided boat tours.
Most Popular“the canal boat trip was very enjoyable I enjoyed every minute of the tour too. everything well organized”
A luxury day trip from Amsterdam to Giethoorn with a 1-hour canal cruise, Henri Willig cheese tasting, and time to explore.
“We had a fantastic time in Giethoorn. Lots of beauty to see here. Our driver and guide Gilbert was fantastic and very knowledgeable. would highly recommend as a day trip to get away from the larger cities.”
One-hour Amsterdam canal cruise with Dutch Gouda, unlimited drinks, and a live guide. 100% electric boat, big sights, easy value.
“Fun experience with lots of banter along the way and great information shared. Was a wet evening but we still enjoyed our time.”
Guided day trip from Amsterdam to Giethoorn with a 1-hour canal cruise, round-trip transfer, and an English-speaking guide.
“The ride to Giethoorn from Amsterdam was 90 minutes but our guide, Jay, kept us entertained the entire time with lots of information about the area. We even stopped at an orchard where he purchased some delicious apples. The town itself was charming with besutiful, thatched-roof cottages. We were very glad that we took this…”
One-hour Amsterdam canal cruise on a heated, smoke-friendly 420 boat with reggae music and red-light views. Bring your own products, $29.
“We had the best time, chilled vibes, exactly what we wanted”
Smoke-friendly 420 canal cruise through Amsterdam’s Red Light District with reggae, indoor heating, and you bring your own 420.
“It rained a little that day but nevertheless it was lovely. Boat is covered so there was no problem and they have heating, great for colder days like ours. You can light up and relax 😎✨️ music is good as well”
45 minutes on the Enterprise boat with unlimited beer and wine option, a queer-friendly guide, and nighttime canal views.
“We had a great experience on the boat with Stephen he was a brilliant tour guide made us feel really safe. Had great facts!”
Amsterdam day trip to Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn with clogs, cheese and diamonds, plus a drive-your-own electric boat ride.
“One should not miss this tour. It is jammed packed with nice scenary and a great way to see the country side of Netherlands. It is especially interesting that we visited a famous cheese factory (with tasting) and a wooden shoe (clog) making factory. You will regret if you don’t join. Public transport is difficult…”
Small-group Giethoorn day trip from Amsterdam with a 1-hour electric boat ride, car-free village walking, and round-trip transport.
“Veronica was wonderful! Our day trip was fun, informative, and stress-free. We learned so much and had fun while doing it! Her knowledge of the towns we traveled to and of Dutch culture was impressive. Would recommend to anyone!”
Short Amsterdam canal cruise with unlimited beer and wine, guided stops at De Wallen, Rembrandt House, Oude Kerk, and Magere Brug.
“We had a great evening on this boat tour. We opted for the open bar and definitely got our money’s worth! Everyone on the boat had a great sense of humour and the banter with Ben was great! Very knowledgeable team and happy to answer all our questions about Amsterdam and the canals. Would definitely…”
See fairy-tale Giethoorn by canal boat and explore on foot, then stop at Afsluitdijk on a 9-hour day trip from Amsterdam.
“We thoroughly enjoyed the day trip to Giethoorn. Excellent guide and bus driver. Plenty of time allowed to look around, have lunch and the cruise on the canals was wonderful.”
Amsterdam open boat canal tour with a local captain-guide. Float past top sights, pass under the Bridge of Love, see Seven Bridges.
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1-hour guided Amsterdam canal cruise on an open electric boat, covering Prinsengracht, Herengracht, Keizersgracht, Amstel, and the Red Light District.
“No meaningful (and sometimes erroneous) information came from the guides. The boat was clean. Drinks were reasonably priced”
Cruise Amsterdam canals with unlimited drinks, then join a Red Light District pub crawl with 4 bars and club entry for $56.
“Loved the activity. Staff were awesome and organisation was top notch. Got to meet a lot of nice people around the world. I came alone to Pub Crawl & booze boat and I left with 6 amazing friends. Would highly recommend for anyone visiting Amsterdam !”
A private open-top beer boat cruise on Amsterdam’s Canal Belt with 4 beers per person and English guidance, sailing in 90 minutes.
“Völlig locker und ausgelassen. Toller Spot um abzuschalten.”
Every coast worth sailing, harbour by harbour.
