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Private 2-hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise
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From $584.43 per person
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The Experience
What your day looks like
On a private two-hour canal cruise, the city opens up slowly from the water, away from the crowds and noise. With more time on the canals, there’s space to truly settle in. You’ll glide through quiet waterways that larger boats can’t reach, linger where it feels right, and enjoy the simple rhythm of the city passing by. Stories are shared when you feel like it. Silence is welcome too. Nothing is rushed or scripted. Your skipper hosts like a local friend, offering a warm welcome and gentle guidance along the way. The experience adapts naturally to your pace, your company, and the moment. Don't worry about the weather: we have a roof, heating, and blankets on board. Even if it’s raining, you’ll still be comfortable. Enjoy a personal approach with smaller group size (up to 10 persons per boat), plus an entirely Eco-friendly ride. Your captain will show you the interesting parts of Amsterdam, that only locals know. You can ask any question, and our skipper will share his wealth of information about the city with you. Pickup points are: Central Station or Central Canal District The Boat: 'Gordita' or 'Blue in Green'
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Tour the impressive canals with your friends and family
- Explore the intimate canals of the Jordaan & canal district
- Experienced local tour guide will answer all your questions
- Every tour is uniquely shaped by your questions and wishes
- Interesting mix of Amsterdam’s sights
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Amsterdam
Boating at Canals Of Amsterdam.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Not Included
Weather appropriate clothing Refreshments We do have wine and water in our fridge
What to Bring
Please dress weather appropriately (Even with the covered sides and roof, it can still be chilly in winter. In summertime, we remove the sides and the roof)
Restrictions
Service animals are welcome. A stroller or pram can be stowed on the boat.
Meeting & Pickup
Prinsengracht 375 - We will meet in front of this address. It's nearby café van Puffelen. The skipper will be at the waterside at the exact start time of your tour. You can recognise the boat by: White boat, Blue Roof, Turquoise blue seats, Heart logo on the side, Boat Name is Gordita.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
Traveler Impressions
What travelers are saying
2026-05-29
5.00 / 5
Very enjoyable.
2025-11-14
5.00 / 5
My clients said it was wonderful! Great local guide.
2024-10-28
5.00 / 5
Simply outstanding. Worth every moment.
2023-08-08
5.00 / 5
This private cruise with our captain, Pops, was such a special experience. He had so much knowledge about the canals and spoke English so well there was no difficulty in understanding him. He even went out of his way to take us to some sights we were interested in, and dropped us off nearer the train station so we didn’t have to walk the mile from the train station to his starting point. So much better than being on a huge boat crowded with 75 other people. It was just three us us and Pops!
2023-01-02
5.00 / 5
Great way to see the City when we first arrived. We loved the private boat with tea and chocolates. Our captain was great and gave us lots of great information that we used later in our stay to choose activities and sights to see. Loved learning about the canals, boats and their history.
2022-11-17
5.00 / 5
What a beautiful morning on the canals of Amsterdam. The electric powered boat was quiet and the seats were heated. Will most definitly book again.
2022-10-05
5.00 / 5
Fantastic tour. It's so worth getting a private boat for the canal cruise. We went into different canals than the big ships. We were able to ask all our questions about Amsterdam and Dutch life. Highly recommend.
2022-07-24
5.00 / 5
Clients really enjoyed it!
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