Cruise Amsterdam like a Local — Small Group 12 pax
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
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We cruise in a small group in a social setting: you enter as a guest and leave as a friend. Sit, enjoy, and relax!
Where most boat companies like to stay on a fixed route and give a standard lecture, we like to be guided by the day and group. The captain is your host and guide in one and will make sure you have a fun time. After this boat trip you will understand the city even better.
We sail in an incredible special boat (if I may put it that way); the Royal Dutch vessel "Jonckvrouw" from 1928 which was used by Presidents, Mayors, and our own Dutch royal family.
The boat is fully electric has sliding windows, a sunroof, an open aft deck, a toilet on board. It is perfectly equipped for the Dutch weather, which can be very changeable. In short: the best boat to discover the Amsterdam canals.
Book direct for the best experience. Come and join us!
Captain Dave Amsterdam
Ps. If you're expecting a read-from-a-script, we-do-the-same-route-multiple-times-a-day tour don't go with us!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers with acute intestinal problems
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Restroom on board (light use only!)
Personable non-scripted guide, host and fully licensed captain in-one
Heated boat and extra blankets to keep you warm
Open bar. Heineken beer, wine, soft drinks, SPA water, coffee, and tea
90-Minutes | Amsterdam Canal Cruise, small group with local guide
We cruise in a saloon boat with sliding windows, sunroof & open aft deck
Boat Tour by Award Winner – recognized by Airbnb and Tripadvisor Amsterdam!
Gratuities
What To Expect
Amsterdam Canal Ring
While others stick to fixed routes and standard commentary, we bring you a fresh experience each time, exploring different routes and sharing funny, personal stories about Amsterdam’s sights. Join us for a unique canal cruise through Amsterdam’s most iconic landmarks! With our flexible route, we’ll glide through the city’s famous canal rings, revealing treasures like the Seven Bridges, the Skinny Bridge, the Amstel River, the grand Stopera Opera Building, the quirky Dancing Houses, the Anne Frank House, and the towering Wester Tower. Get ready for a memorable adventure filled with laughter and awe on Amsterdam’s stunning waterways!
Options
Cruise Like a Local— 6:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: The captain will be your host and personal guide in-one and give you a cruise like a local! Lively and non-scripted.
All-inclusive open bar : Heineken beer, wine, soda, water, coffee, tea
Cruise Like a Local— 4:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: The captain will be your host and personal guide in-one and give you a cruise like a local! Lively and non-scripted.
All-inclusive open bar : Heineken beer, wine, soda, water, coffee, tea
Cruise Like a Local— 2:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: The captain will be your host and personal guide in-one and give you a cruise like a local! Lively and non-scripted.
All-inclusive open bar : Heineken beer, wine, soda, water, coffee, tea
Cruise Like a Local— 12 noon
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: The captain will be your host and personal guide in-one and give you a cruise like a local! Lively and non-scripted.
All-inclusive open bar : Heineken beer, wine, soda, water, coffee, tea
Cruise Like a Local— 8:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: The captain will be your host and personal guide in-one and give you a cruise like a local! Lively and non-scripted.
All-inclusive open bar : Heineken beer, wine, soda, water, coffee, tea
Reviews
343 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fabulous tour! ...
Frederick H,
Sep 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fabulous tour! Knowledgeable and personable captain. Relaxing and informative guide. Drinks and snacks included!
Perfect way to view the city
Leonard G,
Sep 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Gisela was the perfect guide. Knowledgeable, funny, and very personable. The small group size was perfect as we got to meet and interact with people from around the world. She professionally manuevered the boat at very comfortable speed allowing us plenty of photo ops. The boat is electric so it was quiet and we didnt need to shout to have conversations. Lastly, but most important for us was that the boat was enclosed with a restroom.
Great Amsterdam canal tour
Vicky D,
Sep 19, 2025
- Viator
4.00We enjoyed this cabal tour… guide was knowledgeable about Amsterdam history and had some entertaining stories. We got wine, beer or sift drinks and a few snacks. Boat was very nice- had a cover in case of rain - only 12 passengers Glad we chose this tour
Great Experience
Alan R,
Sep 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was great to be on a small electric boat with a great back-and-forth with the captain. The small group experience was perfect.
Great experience!
MaryAnn P,
Sep 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Small group. Storied vessel. Great guide! I’m so glad I researched extensively & found this tour. Met all my expectations!
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