Top Amsterdam Water Tours

Cruise down the famous canals of Amsterdam during this 60-minute boat tour, which includes a cheese platter and unlimited beer, wine and soft drink. Hop aboard the classic wooden saloon boat and sit back and enjoy the beautiful city pass you by. See landmarks while nibbling on Dutch cheese and having a drink.

Glide through Amsterdam's canals in style and comfort aboard a 100% electric, luxury boat. Settle into comfy cushioned seats, and warm up with provided blankets and a drink from the cash bar if the weather is chilly. The cruise departs multiple times daily from 3 different departure locations in the city center of Amsterdam, so it's easy to fit into most sightseeing itineraries.

The best way to explore the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring is indisputably by boat. Get a different perspective of the Dutch capital while avoiding the crowds on land during this relaxing canal cruise that includes unlimited Heineken beer, wine, and soft drinks for a budget-friendly price. When the weather is good, enjoy an open-air boat ride as well as heated seats during the winter.

Make the most of your time in the Netherlands by seeing Keukenhof botanical garden and Zaanse Schans in one day with stress-free transport from Amsterdam included. This day trip from Amsterdam takes you to the garden in the morning to see its impressive flower fields on a Lisse guided tour. Afterward, it’s on to Zaanse Schans to see its windmills and clog museum before enjoying a cheese tasting at a farm. Easy drop-off in Amsterdam concludes your experience.

Get a VIP introduction to historic Amsterdam during this luxurious small-group canal cruise. Forget the rumbling motor—ride quietly on a deluxe electric boat. Relax on comfortable cushions as you listen to fun facts about the Dutch capital. Tours include a welcome cocktail and unlimited access to the onboard open bar.

Cruise through Amsterdam the modern way, by small electric boat with a bar on an evening tour. A fun alternative to standing in a crowded bar, the cruise offers a sociable way to see Amsterdam's landmarks as day turns to night. Illuminated bridges and attractions like the Western Church are among the sights.

Discover the beautiful city of Amsterdam, known as the ‘Venice of the North,’ from the water on this sightseeing cruise. After reserving your preferred departure time, skip past any lines and set off on the UNESCO-listed waterways aboard a glass-topped canal boat. Glide under pretty bridges, past 17th-century buildings and landmarks like the Anne Frank House, and learn about the city’s history from the audio guide.

See Amsterdam at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus or boat tour, including the option to combine both onto one ticket. Select a 24- or 48-hour ticket with several stops around town, enhanced by optional sightseeing around Amsterdam’s postcard-perfect network of waterways on the canal cruise. Pass by the Anne Frank House, National Maritime Museum, Heineken Experience and eclectic neighborhoods like Jordaan and the historical Red Light District, where you can disembark to explore.

With Voyage, you will explore Amsterdam from the classic UNESCO protected Canal belt all the way to the Amstel River and so much in between. With our premium canal cruise, you will sail through the heart of the city, exploring its rich history and culture whilst cruising past some of the most iconic sites of Amsterdam. The canals provide a tranquil oasis in the midst of the bustling city. Sit back, relax and indulge in our selection of both local and international beverages. At Voyage we believe in an interactive tour experience, our local and knowledgeable skippers will provide you with insightful information and are always ready to answer any questions you may have.

Sit back, relax, and soak up Amsterdam’s top waterside sights while sipping unlimited wine, beer, or soda, on a shared canal cruise. The weather doesn’t matter, as you can either sit in the sun or under a covered deck as you cruise around the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring and discover tales and trivia that you’re not likely to find in the guidebook. For those who want a calmer journey, opt for the 2-drink cruise option.

Amsterdam by night is magical, with the street lights and gables reflected in the dark waters of the canal. Feel the romance on this classic canal cruise, in an open boat with a quiet (and sustainable) electric engine, plus an onboard bar. You’ll see sights from Jordaan to the Houseboat Museum, Amstel and the Westerkerk, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Admire Amsterdam’s beautiful canals by night on a canal cruise. Board a traditional canal boat and enjoy the scenery as you cruise the UNESCO World Heritage site canals. Pass by floodlit landmarks such as the Westerkerk and Anne Frank House, and savor the twinkling lights and silhouettes of the canal bridges, merchants’ houses and churches. As you cruise, hear about the city’s history from your audio guide.

The combination of foot, bike, car, and bus traffic on the cobblestone streets of Amsterdam can be overwhelming, so experience Amsterdam in peace from the water. Sit back and relax while you experience the city’s waterways from a unique vantage point. On this open-air canal cruise (weather-dependent), pass by sights including the Anne Frank House, Skinny Bridge and more, while your skipper will give you information about Amsterdam and provide some local tips.

Immerse yourself in Dutch culture on this full-day tour through the countryside with round-trip transport from Amsterdam. In addition to navigating, your guide offers little-known facts and anecdotes about each stop on the itinerary, including a traditional clog shop, artisan cheese factory, rural windmills, and the village of Giethoorn. Don’t forget your camera: The day also features a boat ride through Giethoorn’s waterways with rare views of the area.

See the sights of Amsterdam from a luxury canal boat on a cruise from central Amsterdam. Choose the departure point that is most convenient for you, and board either in front of the Rijksmuseum, the Anne Frank House, or Amsterdam Central Station. Aboard an electric boat, you’ll see the sights of the city in an eco-friendly way, passing along the smaller canals that the large boats can’t access. A local skipper and host provide commentary about the sights as you cruise.

Want to see the sights of Amsterdam from a boat, yet avoid the tourist crowds? Step aboard an electric sloop with a small group of 12 people max and enjoy unobstructed views of the city through panoramic glass windows. Enjoy Dutch snacks like bitterballen, stroopwafels, and local cheese as well as drinks from the open bar—including beer, wine, mulled wine, hot chocolate, and Dutch jenever—while your captain shares stories about the secrets of the city.

Hit three Netherlands signature scenic areas in a group of no more than eight travelers on this action-packed day tour, with an itinerary you couldn’t hope to cover on public transport. Tour a cheese factory and a clog factory and watch a diamond-cutting demo in Zaanse Schans, take pictures at the Enclosing Dike (Afsluitdijk), and enjoy a boat cruise and free time in Giethoorn, the Venice of the Netherlands.

Escape the bustling city and discover the car-free village of Giethoorn on a day trip from Amsterdam. Gain insight into the wetland from your guide as you drive past polders and dams, then board a cruise vessel to admire Giethoorn’s farmhouses, canals, and bridges from a traditional perspective. Enjoy hassle-free transfer to the outlying location with round-trip transport from central Amsterdam.

Discover the Dutch countryside on this full-day tour to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, and Marken, with round-trip transfer from central Amsterdam ensuring a hassle-free trip. See windmills, waterlands, cheese makers, and clog factories up close, and learn about the region's rich history directly from your professional guide, with tasters of cheese and other local produce and interior tours included in the price. If option selected, you embark on a 1-hour canal sightseeing tour right after the tour, ending at Amsterdam Central Station.

Home to some of the world’s most iconic Van Gogh paintings, Amsterdam’s Van Gogh museum attracts lines often in excess of two hours. Beat the crowds with this priority admission ticket that also includes an Amsterdam canal cruise, during which you get unobstructed views of the city's waterside attractions. This stress-free combo ticket is an ideal choice for first-time visitors with limited time in the Dutch capital.

The Heineken Experience and a canal cruise are two must-dos for first-time visitors to Amsterdam and this tour includes both. Start with skip-the-line admission at the Heineken Experience where you enter at your pre-booked time slot. Explore the former brewery to see vintage equipment and learn about the production process. After a free beer tasting, head down to the docks and use your voucher to board your sightseeing boat. This 75-minute cruise is longer than others and sails past canal houses, bridges, churches, and more.

Discover the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring (Grachtengordel) on a cruise captained by Captain Jack, who has lived in the Netherlands’ capital for his entire life. You’ll explore in a group limited to only six passengers, so you enjoy an intimate experience and receive personalized attention from your guide.

You’ve seen the canals—now it’s time to get on the water. With this 75-minute cruise, you’ll explore the Jordaan, the most charming ‘hood in modern-day Amsterdam. As you listen to stories from Amsterdam’s beloved Harry Slinger, you’ll float past islands, beautiful bridges, Centraal Station, historic warehouses, churches, and more, leaving with a deep appreciation of this historic city.