Amsterdam Highlights - Group Cruise with Apple Pie, 2 Drinks
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
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Discover Amsterdam’s highlights aboard one of our classic canal boats in an intimate, small-group setting. On this 1.5-hour cruise, your friendly English-speaking captain will guide you past the city’s most iconic sights while sharing fun facts and local stories.
Enjoy a tasty slice of Dutch apple pie with whipped cream and two drinks of your choice (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) as you relax and take in the views. The perfect way to start your morning in Amsterdam!
We operate different boats depending on availability:
the Stan Huygens, a historic yacht once chartered weekly by Freddy Heineken, offers live guiding and host-served drinks for up to 24 guests;
and the Pure Spirit, a beautifully restored classic launch for up to 16 guests, features a semi-open design and self-service bar after the first round. Windows and sunroofs adjust based on weather.
Vegan and gluten-free options are not available.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Emperor's Canal (Keizersgracht)
We begin the cruise in the Royal Streets, on the Keizersgracht or Emperors Canal next to the Jordaan district, a beautiful unspoilt area of town at the north end of the canal district. You will board the boat and end the cruise outside the original hat factory of Amsterdam, 'Het Rode Hood' (The Red Hat)
The Jordaan
The first district we cruise through is always a favourite to explore by boat and by foot. A charming, relaxed area of town, just outside the centre and away from the hustle and bustle of the busy tourist traps.
What‘s Included
1 apple pie with whipped cream per guest
2 drinks per guest are included in the ticket price. Additional drinks can be purchased aboard
Gratuities
Options
Departure Keizersgracht 106
Operated on boat "Pure Spirit"
Please meet us at the location below:
Keizersgracht 106, 1015 CV Amsterdam
Starting point:
Keizersgracht 106, 1015 CV Amsterdam, Netherlands
Departure Herengracht
Departure Herengracht 128: Operated on "Stan Huygens"
Please meet us at the indicate location below:
Herengracht 128, 1015 BT Amsterdam
Starting point:
Herengracht 128, 1015 BT Amsterdam, Netherlands
Reviews
119 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour seeing Amsterdam from the canals
K4042EBdaniela,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. Oliver was very friendly and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Amsterdam.
Perfect peaceful canal cruise.
Dream744091,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on the highlights of Amsterdam cruise, the apple pie and drinks were fantastic, but best of all was the captain - who gave the perfect level of information and allowing us peaceful time to enjoy the cruise and the views. We went as a family and everyone enjoyed it, well worth the money.
Not for everyone
waynerY4842TL,,Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00If you’re looking for a pleasant ride on the canals, this is a clean and comfortable boat. However, don’t expect much in the way of history or local insights—only a few facts about Amsterdam and its canals were shared. The captain was friendly, but giving tours seemed more like a side job than a dedicated guide experience.
Unforgettable canal cruise.
asafb262,,Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain Oliver was absolutely amazing and created such a fun and educational trip for our family. Couldn’t recommend more.
Amazing tour with Will and Virginia!
G8690VQamyh,,Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing tour with Will and Virginia! The tour itself was lovely and informative, and the boats seat everyone comfortably at private tables. The apple pie and drinks were bonuses- a wonderful way to see the canals of Amsterdam!
Experience them but ninsiex tul il-kanali sbieħ ta’ Amsterdam fuq id-dgħajsa elegant Geertje!
R7664NYmurats,,Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Experience them but ninsiex tul il-kanali sbieħ ta’ Amsterdam fuq id-dgħajsa elegant Geertje! Minn meta tlaqna, kollox kien perfett – l-ambjent, id-dettall, u fuq kollox, il-ħbiberija u l-hospitality. Il-ikel u x-xorb kienu ta’ levelll għoli – friski, magħżula b’togħma u stil. Iżda dak li għamel il-vjaġġ tassew speċjali kien il-kaptan tagħna, Benjamin – kalm, professjonali, u b’ħafna stejjer affaxxinanti dwar il-belt. Ħassejna ruħna aktar mistednin thousand passiġġieri. Geertje hija dgħajsa mill-isbaħ – nadifa, komda u elegant. Qisu salott li jbaħħar fost l-isbaħ xenarji. Nirrakkomandaha ħafna lil kull min jixtieq jiskopri lil Amsterdam mill-ilma b’klassi, serenità u qalb sħiħa. Grazzi tal-lejla maġika!
Highly recommended luxurious boat cruise
rachellyiling,,Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the booking experience to boat cruise, everything was done by Pureboats staff with excellent care and service. Karina in the office was especially kind and helpful when suggesting the right boat cruise to suit our us. It may seem expensive compared to other boat cruise. However, we revelled in the luxurious boat and was well taken care of by our guide, Annabella and captain, Wil.
Loved our Tour!
CandaceVeneberg,,Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour exceeded our expectations! We booked the 90 minute highlights canal tour with apple pie and 2 complimentary beverages. Check in was extremely friendly, our captain was super nice, fresh flowers elevated the environment, basically we felt like we booked a VIP tour without realizing it.
I think this was a stylish and sophisticated way to see the city. Very impressed.
Camper44576319847,,Jun 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Spirit is a lovely boat which suits maybe around 15 people with sunshades that don’t obscure the views, and Klass is the perfect host with a friendly and professional manner; a lovely casual but informative tour. A nice choice of drinks which includes local biers, lagers, wines and soft drinks with complimentary bottles of water as well as a tasty portion of apple pie. Participation can be as minimal as an introduction to each other, but people were soon chatting with various coffeeshop anecdotes tips and stories of previous places visited with all questions answered by Klass. An interesting route that covers some famous landmarks and soon 90 minutes comes perfectly to an end.
Amsterdam from the Canals - An Excellent Experience!!
LoveTravel814530,,Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was excellent from all perspectives. The communication in advance after making the reservation was excellent! The meeting point was easy to find, the boat and the skipper were awesome (Easter Morning Cruise). I have to remark that the boats used by Pure Boat are significantly nicer than most of the other tour boats you see in the canals. The highlight was the city...but really...the city the way our guide Virginia shared it with us. She was remarkable with interesting knowledge of the city, great story telling energy, and super engaging to all on the tour! Although there are cheaper tours out there, I think the pricing was a good value for the quality of the tour.
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