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Not a Typical Cruise Max 10 guests Bites Drinks Local Personal

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Amsterdam, Netherlands
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2 hours (approx.)
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Overview

This is NOT a standard canal cruise. Skip the crowds: max 10 guests, local captain as your personal guide, quality drinks and Dutch bites. No big groups or scripts—just real stories, truly different.

With our unique 100% electric 100+ year old boat Giuliana that has both an inside and outside area, has a toilet and is heated in the winter, we will provide an intimate 2-hour cruise.
We will pass all the highlights that Amsterdam has to offer, including the world-famous canal belt, the river Amstel, the old city (red light district), the maritime area and places where large tour boats cannot go.
Along the way we will make a stop to pick up some traditional Dutch fried snacks and we have a cheese platter and Dutch cookies on board while you are enjoying a wide variety of (non) alcoholic drinks including a local spirit (Jenever), Cava/Prosecco and G&T.

What's Included

  • Snacks
  • Alcoholic beverages Now including Cava/Prosecco as well as Jenever (local spirit), Gin&Tonic, Wine (red, white and rose) and Heineken beer
  • Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
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    Meeting Location

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    Keizersgracht 198
    1016 DW Amsterdam, Netherlands

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    What To Expect

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    Amsterdam Canal Ring (pass by)

    We will sail through the Unseco heritage canal belt and the beautiful jordaan district, see the Amstel river, the red light district, the maritime area and a lot more.
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    Westerkerk (pass by)

    Amsterdam's most famous and biggest church! And starting point of our tour
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    The Jordaan (pass by)

    One of the most famous neighborhoods of Amsterdam
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    Prinsengracht (pass by)

    Longest canal of Amsterdam
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    Anne Frank House (pass by)

    The house and now museum where Anne Frank went into hiding during WWII
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    The Amstel (pass by)

    River which flows through the heart of Amsterdam
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    Magere Brug (pass by)

    Amsterdam's most famous bridge
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    Waterlooplein Market (pass by)

    Amsterdam's oldest and most famous flea market
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    Old Center (pass by)

    Oldest part of Amsterdam
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    NEMO Science Museum (pass by)

    NEMO Science Museum is a science and technology museum primarily dedicated to children!
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    The National Maritime Museum (pass by)

    The National Maritime Museum host of one of the world largest maritime collections
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    ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo (pass by)

    One of Europe oldest Zoo's!
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    Gay Monument (pass by)

    A monument dedicated to the lgtbi+ community in Amsterdam
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    Emperor's Canal (Keizersgracht) (pass by)

    As the name indicates, one of the more well-endowed canals of Amsterdam. And the start and ending point of our memorable tour!
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions (9)

    Q: Will I get seasick on Not a Typical Cruise Max 10 guests Bites Drinks Local Personal?

    A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-190466P1

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Snacks
    • Alcoholic beveragesNow including Cava/Prosecco as well as Jenever (local spirit), Gin&Tonic, Wine (red, white and rose) and Heineken beer
    • Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop
    • Bottled water
    • We sail whole year around and only cancel when an official weather alarm is given
    • Both an outside and (heated) inside area on the boat so always weatherproof and cozy
    • Restroom on board
    • Live narrating by our local Amsterdam captain! no tape!
    • Small group (max. 10 guests)

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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