Private Tour
Private Guided Historic Amsterdam Canal Cruise in a Salon Boat
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Cruise along Amsterdam's famed canals in a 1930's privately hired historic Salon Boat during this private 2-hour tour. With just your private group (maximum 8 passengers), take in the picturesque views of Amsterdam's skyline from the water. Pass through historical districts such as Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Prinsengrach; hearing about the city's major landmarks and history from your professional captain.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
A maximum of 8 people per booking
Hotel "pick-up", in centre of Amsterdam only, and I will dock the boat as close to your hotel as possible, you yourself have to come to the agreed canal / waterside boarding point yourself to board the historic salonboat.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Private tour
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Local taxes
Transportation to/from attractions
Gratuities
What To Expect
Anne Frank House
One will see the Canal house where Anne had been hidden at the back house, behind the book shell revolving door....
Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum
build in 1656 AD as the gunpowder and general storage of the Dutch East India Company.
Options
Private Historic Boat Tour
a 2 hour Private Historic Boat tour in the Amsterdam Canals, (for purchase: champagne, wines, prosecco, cava, premium beer)
Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice family and experience
Liyanage P,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience. Highly knowledgeable captain. Very pleasant time with my family of 5 including the baby.
Average.
Susan S,
Jul 10, 2024
- Viator
3.00This was good in terms of relaxing boat ride. Captain Reinhard Spronk came across as disinterested and gave facts that were historically incorrect. He only provided narrative when asked. For the cost we expected snacks and drinks which were very basic, one cheese, strawberries, cashew nuts, one bar of chocolate. We had 2 drinks each. And then charged on top of boat ride. Not good value and we felt a bit cheated.
Amazing tour of Amsterdam
Chris S,
Jul 3, 2024
- Viator
5.00Highly recommend this tour, the captain was very knowledgeable and she provided a great tour of the canals. The tour had cheese and wines and great insights into the history of Amsterdam. This is a must if your visiting Amsterdam, the private tour is the way to go and this company did an amazing job!
A Great Way to See A Lot in a Little Amount of Time.
Amy P,
Jul 6, 2023
- Viator
5.00For our first trip to Amsterdam, we decided to take a canal trip in order to see more of the city than we'll have time to see, and I'm really glad we did. We had to reschedule our trip because of Storm Poly, and Reinhard was great about making time for us. He's every bit as personable, knowledgeable and friendly as every review says he is, and couldn't have been more wonderful. We're staying in the museum district, and he dropped us off right by the Rijksmuseum to minimize our walk back. The whole experience from start to finish was absolutely wonderful, and we can't recommend it highly enough.
Wonderful stroll down the canal
Precious M,
Sep 11, 2022
- Viator
5.00Captain Bryan was absolutely fantastic and entertaining. He was ready for us outside of our hotel (W Amsterdam) which was great because we were literally in Amsterdam for 24 hours and the less walking the better. The boat was ready with wine and cheese plates. He gave us a lot of great information about Amsterdam, its history and culture. Our group loved it!!! would recommend! We went at sunset which was really romantic.
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