Amsterdam Trip Overview
We welcome you to experience the Amsterdam canals in maximum comfort and style, aboard one of our truly unique handcrafted electric boats.
Step aboard, sit back and relax as we serve a round of drinks to begin the cruise.
Perfectly designed for small groups, couples, families and solo travellers to gain an insight into Amsterdam canal life, history and culture aboard the least touristy boats of uncompromised quality.
We will cruise the canal district, River Amstel and old city, to include as much as possible in a short space of time.
With our different groups of guests arriving as strangers, we love to see how our experiences connects people, and stepping off the boat as friends, often exploring the city together.
Be warned, our one hour cruise will leave you wanting more, but not to worry, we also offer a number of other fun and relaxing extended cruises, including a breakfast, brunch, evening and extended 2 hour all inclusive cruise.
Additional Info
Duration: 1 hour
Starts: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
We welcome you to experience the Amsterdam canals in maximum comfort and style, aboard one of our truly unique handcrafted electric boats.
Step aboard, sit back and relax as we serve a round of drinks to begin the cruise.
Perfectly designed for small groups, couples, families and solo travellers to gain an insight into Amsterdam canal life, history and culture aboard the least touristy boats of uncompromised quality.
We will cruise the canal district, River Amstel and old city, to include as much as possible in a short space of time.
With our different groups of guests arriving as strangers, we love to see how our experiences connects people, and stepping off the boat as friends, often exploring the city together.
Be warned, our one hour cruise will leave you wanting more, but not to worry, we also offer a number of other fun and relaxing extended cruises, including a breakfast, brunch, evening and extended 2 hour all inclusive cruise.
Pass By: Emperor’s Canal (Keizersgracht), Amsterdam The Netherlands
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)
Pass By: The Jordaan, Amsterdam The Netherlands
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.
Pass By: Anne Frank House, Prinsengracht 263 – 267 museum entrance Westermarkt 20, 1016 DK Amsterdam The Netherlands
Cruising South through the Jordaan district, we will pass Anne Frank House. If a visit to the museum is on your itinerary, Anne Frank House is just a five minute walk from the departure dock, but remember to book tickets in advance!
Pass By: Canal Ring (Grachtengordel), Canal Ring (Grachtengordel), Amsterdam, North Holland Province
We continue the cruise around the Canal Belt or Canal Ring, through the picturesque waterways, passing the stunningly preserved 17th century canal houses, toward the River Amstel
Pass By: The Amstel, Amsterdam The Netherlands
At the end of the original canal belt, we arrive at the iconic Amstel River. The only natural river in the city of Amsterdam and where the city takes it’s name. Here we see the beautiful Skinny Bridge and many famous landmarks.
Pass By: Herengracht, Amsterdam The Netherlands
Cruising back through the Herengracht or Gentlemans Canal, we see the biggest mansion houses of the city centre. This area is called the Golden Bend, where the most wealthy merchant families resided. Here you will see the fancy ornate facades, which often depict the trade of the merchant famlies.
