Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Local Guide and Small Group
Overview
Amsterdam Canal Cruise
Discover the city’s highlights in the best way possible. Take a boat trip on Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals in one of the newest electric boats.
Drink optional
Sit back and relax with a wine, beer or soda which you can book optional.
Small Group
We cruise with a maximum of 28 passengers
Guide language
Our skipper speaks English, but we have a free digital booklet with guided information in : English, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, German, French & Italian.
Departure Location
We depart in front of Amsterdam Central Station.
Bad Weather?
Our boats can be open or covered, with the weather conditions in Amsterdam we decide on the day if we cruise open or with cover.
Highlights
During the cruise, admire the Canal Belt, the Skinny Bridge, the Dancing Houses, and much more. Listen to your local skipper’s stories as you take in the city sights.
What's Included
- Digitial booklet in 8 languages: English French,German, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian,Dutch & Chinese
- Cruise with the proud winner of [BRAND]’s Travelers’ Choice 2025!
- English speaking guide
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages a (Non) alcoholic beverage can be booked as optional
Meeting Location
Stationsplein 18
1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
Canal Ring (Grachtengordel)
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
St. Nicholas Basilica (pass by)
Sea Palace Restaurant (pass by)
Montelbaanstoren (pass by)
Oudeschans (pass by)
The Amstel (pass by)
Blauwbrug (pass by)
H'ART Museum (pass by)
The Dancing Houses (pass by)
Oude Kerk (pass by)
Red Light District (pass by)
Zeedijk (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Departure point right in front of Central Station
- The route may vary each time depending on external factors.
- On the day itself (depending on the weather conditions) we decide to cruise with an open or half open boat (with shelter for rain).
- On sunny days, please wear sunscreen, as cruising on water can get hot
- On cold days, please wear warm, clothes, as cruising on water can get cold
- We only serve alcoholic drinks for travellers 18 years old and above (proof of ID can be asked for). Minor travellers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drink
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Local Guide and Small Group?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-463549P1
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Average 4.96 out of 5 stars based on 5,846 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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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.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Digitial booklet in 8 languages: English French,German, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian,Dutch & Chinese.
- Cruise with the proud winner of TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice 2025!.
- English speaking guide.
- Snacks.
- Alcoholic beverages. a (Non) alcoholic beverage can be booked as optional.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Local Guide and Small Group is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Local Guide and Small Group will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Digitial booklet in 8 languages: English French,German, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian,Dutch & Chinese
- Cruise with the proud winner of [BRAND]’s Travelers’ Choice 2025!
- English speaking guide
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beveragesa (Non) alcoholic beverage can be booked as optional
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Departure point right in front of Central Station
- The route may vary each time depending on external factors.
- On the day itself (depending on the weather conditions) we decide to cruise with an open or half open boat (with shelter for rain).
- On sunny days, please wear sunscreen, as cruising on water can get hot
- On cold days, please wear warm, clothes, as cruising on water can get cold
- We only serve alcoholic drinks for travellers 18 years old and above (proof of ID can be asked for). Minor travellers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drink
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
