Private Boat Tour Amsterdam 2026
Customized itinerary | VIP experience | Free cancellation
About Luxury Canal Cruise Amsterdam
Relax and join your skipper on a private cruise while taking in beauty and culture from Amsterdam’s canals. Beverages such as local beer, local wine, and soft drinks are available in unlimited quantities. Enjoy the exclusivity of having a personal skipper who will accommodate your requests and curiosities. Secure your luxury canal cruise Amsterdam tickets now and experience the Netherlands’ capital like a local!
Admire the iconic 17th-century houses and the Golden Age architecture lining the canals' banks! See notable landmarks on your cruise, such as the NEMO Science Museum, Anne Frank House, and Magere Brug. As this is a private boat tour, your local skipper will share the canals' secrets with you and provide an insider perspective.
A local skipper will take care of you on our Private Boat Tour Amsterdam to explore its world-famous canals. Discover the city’s secrets and ask your guide what comes to mind.
While cruising through Amsterdam’s canals, enhance your experience by enjoying a fine beverage. You may indulge in local beer, wine, and soft drinks if you choose.
Feeling a bit hungry? No worries, pair your local beverage of choice with an exquisite selection of cold cuts and cheeses. Relax on the cozy deck of the boat and take in Amsterdam’s beauty. Feel like a local as you cruise through the canal, enjoying the afternoon with your friends and loved ones.
Reserve your ticket now and plan out your trip to your liking! Worry about payment at a later time. If your plans change, a free cancellation with a full refund is available until 24 hours before the tour starts.
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A private tour with a true local insider!
Canal cruises in Amsterdam were on our friend group’s bucket list for a while. Since we are a larger group, it’s often hard to find enough space for all of us, so we usually opt for private tours. This one was the best one we’ve been on so far. We were very happy with our skipper Daan, he was super friendly and shared many stories about how locals spend their days. It was fun to find out how different their lifestyle is from ours. With other boats full of people enjoying themselves cruising around us, we felt like we were a part of a collective experience even though we were on a private boat. We would recommend this luxury canal cruise to anyone who is looking for a more intimate and insightful experience!
We felt like locals with our well-versed private skipper!
This private boat tour was great! Since we had an otherwise packed schedule, we really wanted to add a tour where we could fully relax and unwind like the locals do. We heard they like taking their boats out on the canal to have fun. So, we looked for private boat tours and this one offered the most for the price. The cruise itself was very comfortable and enjoyable and we had plenty of delicious food and drinks. We particularly liked Prosecco and cheese. All in all, excellent service and worth the time!
DESCRIPTION
Private Boat Tour Amsterdam
- Private round-trip cruise
- Local skipper guide
- Unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks
- Snacks and Prosecco (as an option)
- English and Dutch
EXPERIENCE AMSTERDAM LANDMARKS FROM A UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE
First, you will meet your local skipper at the meeting point, who will take you on this round trip to Amsterdam canals. On your way around, you will have the chance to experience the city center from the unique perspective of the canal. From Amsterdam’s canals, you will be able to see countless homes built in 17th-century architecture. Try to catch notable landmarks such as the Heineken Experience, Anne Frank House, and NEMO Science Museum. Your private local skipper will give you exclusive information on these landmarks and their history, and can even point out the best free things to do in Amsterdam once you step off the boat.
CANAL NETWORK - THE CITY'S LIFEBLOOD
For sure, the canals themselves are the true stars of the show. The 17th-century canal rings, Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht, Herengracht, and Jordaan, are recognized under UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. They were designed with a whole new artificial port city in mind at the end of the 16th century. They are a fantastic showing of hydraulic engineering and city planning in general. Learn from your skipper how locals live and how they have fun. Even prepare to learn some local secrets that could benefit you for the rest of your trip. He is there purely for you, so ask him everything that comes to mind!
UNLIMITED DRINKS PAIRED WITH DELICIOUS LOCAL SNACKS
While cruising through Amsterdam’s canals and enjoying the views of the city’s architecture, make sure to enhance your experience with a drink of your choice! You will have unlimited access to local beer, wine, and soft drinks. You can even order Prosecco! Make use of the excellent service to maximize your enjoyment on the boat ride. Pick your beverage, settle in, relax on the open boat, and take in the views. The deck of the boat is filled with comfortable cushions and places where you can find your comfy spot! Pair your drinks with a beautifully sorted meat, cheese, and freshly roasted nuts platter to truly enjoy the local experience.
FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 24H IN ADVANCE!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking 24 hours before the selected date!
Regular VS Private Amsterdam Boat Tour
Our experienced captains know Amsterdam inside and out and are ready to share the city's stories at your request. Unlike standard canal cruises with set routes, our private tour lets you decide where you want to go and which sights you’d like to explore. Whether you’re looking for an intimate, romantic cruise for two or a personalized adventure through Amsterdam’s canals, this Private Amsterdam Boat Tour is tailored entirely for you!
Good to know before you go
- If your plans change, you are entitled to a free cancellation until 24 hours before your canal tour starts.
- Make sure to bring an ID card or a Passport to your luxury Amsterdam Canal cruise.
Meeting Point
On the dock next to the Oosterdokskade 8, 1011 AE Amsterdam.
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FAQ - Boat Trip Amsterdam
How can we reach the meeting point for the Private Boat Tour Amsterdam via public transport?
The meeting place is located on the island of Oosterdok Island, which is only an 8-minute walk from the Amsterdam Central train station. So, the easiest way to reach the meeting place is to travel to the Amsterdam Central train station, head towards the station's south side, and proceed eastward towards the dock near the Sea Palace restaurant.Will we be alone on this boat cruise?
This is a private tour, so only you and your group will occupy the boat. The skipper accompanying you will have your full attention, so you may ask anything that comes to mind! You may even ask your skipper to make a detour you like or need!Are you allowed to jump in the canal and take a swim during the tour?
Officially, swimming in the canals is not permitted. However, according to the locals, there are designated areas where swimming is allowed, and the water is of higher quality. Be sure to ask your local skipper where the locals usually swim, and if you would prefer to try yourself, ask them to take you there!Can we join a bigger group on the cruise?
Our private canal cruises in Amsterdam are exclusively designed for small groups. However, if you want to have more of a party experience with different people, we recommend our Booze Cruise Amsterdam. All our participants were amazed at this lively and boozy tour!Can we combine our cruise with a visit to some museums?
Of course! We offer the best-value ticket bundles which include an Amsterdam canal cruise experience and a visit to the most famous city museums. The bundles that we recommend booking are: Rijksmuseum Ticket and Canal Cruise, Moco Museum Ticket and Canal Cruise, or Van Gogh Museum Ticket and Canal Cruise.Don’t wait! Book now!
- Free cancellation
- Reserve now & pay later
- Customizeble itinerary
- Unlimited drinks