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Amsterdam: traditional Saloon Boat Cruise with Cheese & Wine

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Step aboard a traditional 19th century Amsterdam saloon boat powered by a quiet electric engine. Cruise the historic Amsterdam canals while your host shares stories about the city.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience. (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    1 hour
  • Includes
    • Boat cruise
    • Live guiding by the local skipper and hostess
    • Cheese with beer, wine, and soda (if option selected)
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Cruise Amsterdam’s canals aboard a traditional 19th century saloon boat
  • Enjoy a relaxed canal cruise while your skipper shares stories about Amsterdam
  • Pass iconic sights such as the Anne Frank House and Skinny Bridge
  • Relax on a beautifully restored classic saloon boat with a covered salon
  • Experience the canals on a quiet 100 percent electric boat

Description

Step aboard a beautiful traditional Amsterdam saloon boat from the late 19th century, carefully restored and now powered by a quiet electric engine. Some of our historic boats have been sailing the Amsterdam canals since 1902, offering a truly authentic canal cruise experience.

Relax as you glide through the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam canals while your skipper or host shares stories about the city’s history, culture, and daily life. Along the way, you will pass famous landmarks such as the Anne Frank House, the Skinny Bridge, the Golden Bend, the Maritime Museum, and the charming Jordaan district.

Unlike larger tour boats, these classic saloon boats offer a more intimate and comfortable atmosphere. The covered salon keeps you comfortable in all weather conditions, and on sunny days, the roof can open so you can fully enjoy the Amsterdam canals.

You can choose to upgrade your cruise with the Cheese & Wine option. This includes two local Dutch cheeses served with authentic Groninger mustard, together with unlimited drinks including wine, beer, and soft drinks while you cruise through the canals.

During the cruise, feel free to ask your skipper or host questions and get local recommendations for things to see, do, and eat during the rest of your stay in Amsterdam.

Whether it is your first visit to Amsterdam or you are returning to the city, this traditional canal cruise offers one of the most relaxed and authentic ways to experience the Amsterdam canals.

Good to know before you go
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 18
  • A fairly big step has to be made into the boat, the stewards will assist you with this
  • Large bachelor and birthday groups are not allowed on this trip.
Meeting point

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    12-99 years
  • Children
    3-11 years
  • Infants
    0-2 years
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