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1 hour 30 minutes
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Experience the enchanting beauty of Amsterdam as the sun sets and the city lights come to life. This unique and intimate cruise invites small groups of a maximum of 12 guests to embark on a magical tour through the UNESCO-listed canal belt.
The small group setting ensures an intimate and personalized experience, allowing you to savor every moment. The open boats are designed for comfort, providing an ideal vantage point to witness the city's transformation as it transitions from daylight to the magical glow of evening.
One of the highlights of this cruise is the knowledgeable and engaging captains who guide you through the cruise. They not only navigate the picturesque canals with skill but also serve as storytellers, offering fascinating commentary on Amsterdam's history, culture, and hidden gems along the way.
From the historic houses with their charming facades to the graceful bridges adorned with twinkling lights, every moment is a picture-perfect memory waiting to be captured.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Drinks on board are for sale, alcoholic drinks only available for adults so no minor drinking allowed
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Life vest (upon request)
English speaking guide
Blanket
Rain canopy on rainy days
Prices are as follows: Small Beer € 3,- and a glass of Rose or White Wine € 4,-
Bottle of Water: € 2,50
Can of Soda cost € 2,50
The Amstel
We'll cruise along the city side of the Amstel River and unveil the iconic dancing houses while sharing intriguing tales about our charmingly leaning buildings.
South Church
We'll cruise pass the iconic Zuiderkerk and also see the famous dancing house
82 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ronald C,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
Maybe I misunderstood but I thought we were supposed to have snacks on this canal cruise. Also, there was only 1 kind of not very good wine and the beer was lukewarm. BUT, Atilla was very nice and gave us a lot of history about the canals and Amsterdam in general.
Lorne C,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
Attila our guide was excellent. The heated seats on the boat and the blankets were much appreciated for an evening cruise. This was an informative and enjoyable tour.
K3631FJmanuelap,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
George told us the history of Amsterdam with humor and relaxation. All washed down with wine and accompanied by cheeses. In short nothing to do with tours with audio guides.
Glen R,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
Excellent, Captain Jamie was very knowledgeable and answered all questions. What more can we say, we had a great time.
amysJ3261LD,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The evening tour felt very peaceful and magical. Our tour guide gave us a lot of good information but also made it feel as though we were having a conversation versus simply a tour. We really enjoyed the small numbers on the boat. I would definitely recommend. It was one of my favorite things we did while in Amsterdam!
Victoria G,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Had a lot of fun in this tour. Tour guide knowledgeable, feels like he did research on Amsterdam history, points to interesting buildings and sights
michaeltG2835SL,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This was the highlight of our trip to Amsterdam. Vincenzo was the most wonderful, kind, friendly, knowledgeable and over all best host/captain. We cannot recommend this tour enough!
dropoutsqueen,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Nice evening cruise. Guide was very informative and we were given blankets in case we got too chilly. We learned a lot about Amsterdam. Great way to see the area.



LizzieandPhil,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We booked this tour at the last minute and are so glad we did! We booked the evening cruise which I highly recommend as you still get some daylight and then the transition into the evening and the magic of seeing the lights of the city by boat. And it is magical! Our tour guide was Captain Vince, he is super knowledgeable, super friendly and just knows how to host a good boat tour, we felt in great hands. It was raining lightly but the canopy was up and there were blankets and it just added to the whole magical experience hearing the light rain on the canopy, wrapped up in a blanket and sailing through the canals seeing the lights of the city as we floated by. We highly recommend this boat tour, it’s professional, the boat is beautiful and the guide was superb. Can’t rate them highly enough, all around a really great experience you shouldn’t miss.
N4224JWmariam,
Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Captain Joao was great - very chill and relaxed but also informative. We sailed through many canals and saw sunset and then Amsterdam in the evening lights. We were warm and very comfortable - I recommend
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