Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
On this 1-hour Luxury Classic Saloon Boat Cruise, you will discover Amsterdam from the comfort of a classic, covered vessel. Sail through the UNESCO-listed Golden Age canals and pass iconic sights such as the Maritime Museum, the Golden Bend, and the Anne Frank House.
Your local skipper and live guide will share stories about Amsterdam’s history, culture, and landmarks, making this an interactive experience with plenty of room for questions and recommendations for the rest of your stay.
From November 27th to January 18th, during the route, you will also sail past a few artworks from the Amsterdam Light Festival, adding a unique seasonal touch to your cruise.
You can choose between a standard tour or the option including unlimited drinks (wine, beer & soft drinks) and Dutch cheese. All tours are in English.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
It is colder on the water, please bring warm clothing and don't get surprised by the chilly Dutch weather
A fairly big step has to be made into the boat. Our stewards will assist you with this
You are always welcome to cancel your ticket if it rains and you'd rather stay inside :)
No boats at the dock? Please call us or visit our office at Leliegracht 50D (Just around the corner from the Anne Frank House)
No bachelor / birthday party groups allowed, please call us for a private boat option
Tour available for free for infants (0-3 years old)
No toilets on board
Please be aware that the points of interest on the route may slightly vary depending on the departure point chosen
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
1-Hour Canal Cruise
Experienced Skipper and Live Guide
2 types of Dutch Cheese & Unlimited wine, beer, soft drinks (if option selected)
Friendly atmosphere
Unique experience on a luxury boat
What To Expect
The itinerary is a little different for each departure location. Each itinerary has its own charm! Please contact our support team for more information on this.
Anne Frank House
Nestled within the historic confines of the Prinsengracht, this iconic house served as the refuge for Anne Frank and her family during the tumultuous years of World War II.
Options
No Cheese & Drinks -Anne Frank
Drinks are for sale onboard
Starting point:
Prinsengracht 263, 1016 GV Amsterdam, Netherlands
Cheese&Drinks, Central Station
Including Drinks & Cheese: Wine, beer & soft drinks
Starting point:
Prins Hendrikkade 33A, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands
Cheese&Drinks, Anne Frank
Including Drinks & Cheese: Wine, beer & soft drinks
Starting point:
Prinsengracht 263, 1016 GV Amsterdam, Netherlands
No Cheese & Drinks-Central St.
Drinks are for sale onboard
Starting point:
Prins Hendrikkade 33A, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands
Reviews
31,560 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly Recommend This Activity
Russell P,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very, very fun experience. Our cruise was December 2nd at 6:30pm however, we last minute rescheduled at the time of departure for 8:00pm instead and they were super accommodative and told us to come back at 8:00pm. We boarded at 8:00pm and had wine and cheese which was super good. There were toothpicks in the cheese which made it easy to eat and it was very good cheese. The wine was very good as well. Our skipper slowly took us through several canals and our tour guide who also doubled as our bartender told us about the various areas we went through. She was very knowledgeable about the history of Amsterdam. My wife and I enjoyed her explanations very much and learned a lot of things about Amsterdam. Overall it was a very awesome experience, and we would easily do it again when given the opportunity! We highly recommend this tour as you will not be disappointed! Russell & Janelle
Worth taking
184jayaranim,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The view was great.Worth going.The sail was smooth.Enjoyed the ride.The tour guide was good and funny.She is talented.
Nice trip through historic canals
Mark S,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ruben and Lizzy provided some great historical and fun facts! The wine and cheese were also a welcome part of the trip! We enjoyed learning about the history of Amsterdam canals and it was beautiful this time of year with Christmas lighting.
The boat doesn’t look...
Jeanette C,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00The boat doesn’t look nearly as inviting as the picture! Hard to hear the host because so many people were talking throughout. But it was a really nice and relatively inexpensive way to see this beautiful city at night, especially during the holiday season.
Trip was cancelled?why.
JudihE,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We were on a cruise from the U.K. We arrived by coach to Amsterdam from the dock. We had pre-booked this Flagship trip for 11 am from the Central Station in advance. We waited and waited and waited.A kind attendant from another cruise line rang the activity provider who said look out for staff in orange. We never saw any. In the end we bought a ticket for Rederijkoolj. NL and had a fabulous canal cruise which was the highlight of our day. We did waste some valuable time and didn’t know the reason our cruise was cancelled. Flagship had tried to contact me on the previous day but as I had not got Wi-Fi on the ship and was out all the day before with roaming switched off I didn’t get any message. I rand Trip Advisor who said they will refund us. So all a bit of a mix-up!
Amsterdam canal cruise
Alan A,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Rain impacted the cruise. It would probably be excellent on a clear night. The plastic protection from the rain impacted visibility.
10/10 Experience
R4634JAdaniellek,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lizzy & Ruben were fantastic! The boat was enclosed so it was a pleasant ride in December. Also, the wine pours were generous ;) Would definitely recommend!
Great stories and so fun!
102makenzieg,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lizzy and Ruben were fantastic! Very friendly and engaging. It was enclosed and not cold, which was great. We upgraded to the wine and cheese package once onboard and it was worth it!
Lizzy and Ruben were great guides with fun stories and cool facts!
Chloe S,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friends and I had. a great experience. It was peaceful and interactive. The view was so beautiful and we learned about the city’s history
We enjoyed our time and...
Flawrhence C,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We enjoyed our time and learned a lot of local knowledge during this laid back and relaxing cruise through the canals of Amsterdam. The crew were very friendly and attentive. Cheese and wine were also very good! We'd definitely recommend this!
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