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Quality cruises, curated for every budget
Real local operators, not tourist traps. Every company is personally vetted by our team.
Hand-picked cruises that match Amsterdam's canals and character. Quality over quantity.
Over 175,000 bookings completed. Guaranteed quality and safety on every tour.
A relaxed cruise without the crowds
Cozy, covered cruises — your group, your pace

50+ local guides on occasions, boat types, canal routes, seasons and planning — everything we know about boating in Amsterdam, in one place.
Raise a glass — and another — as you cruise through Amsterdam
Find your private boat when you're with a larger group!
The best hour you'll spend in Amsterdam
However you want to spend it on the water, we’ve grouped Amsterdam’s best boats into hand-picked collections. Pick a vibe and browse the ones we’d book ourselves.

Join a boat with other guests — sociable, lively and easy on the wallet.
Join a boat with other guests — sociable, lively and easy on the wallet.
Honest reviews from those who've booked their canal cruise in Amsterdam.
“I planned a surprise proposal in Amsterdam and it turned out so incredible with Bow's Journey! I wanted a private and memorable moment, and Captain Bow was super helpful, coordinating with both myself and a photographer. On the day of, Captain Nate did a fantastic job keeping everything a surprise, making us laugh, and then photographing the moment. The Pien is a lovely, luxurious boat and we couldn't be happier with how it all turned out! Thank you Bow and Nate for a once in a lifetime moment :)”
Maor Gozalzani
Private Cruise on the Sophie“We had a great boat ride cruising around the Amsterdam waters. Iban was very friendly and helpful! Highly recommended”
Weronika Kwak
Amsterdam Spritz Cruise“Did the tour 8pm 22nd July 2026 was awesome guides were great very informative and friendly I loved it”
Super Man
The Bulldog Boat“We had a great time on the boat adventure around the canals of Amsterdam. Captain Gus was awesome and his tales were spot on.”
“Captains were awesome. A ton of fun totally recommend and will do again next time we are in amsterdam”
James Payne
The Bulldog Boat“fabulous experience! high recommend to anyone wanting to see a lot of Amsterdam without walking everywhere. Driver was informed and kind, thank you!!!”
Arianna Castillo
1971 Venetian Saloon - Boat Private Cruise“Great canal trip with Captain Guus. He was very knowledgeable about the architecture, Amsterdam and small details. We learned a lot. The small size boat and passengers made it all the better than the larger boats on the canal. Thank you Guus!”
“I had the best time ever and the captain was so great and he was really knowledgeable about everything. Great time! And the Lucy boat is really really nice.”
“Kan ik van harte aanbevelen, zeer betrokken en enthousiaste kapitein en zijn maat die ons bij stond met raad en daad ( drinken, eten, antwoorden etc) Ik woon in Amsterdam en mijn familie meegenomen op deze tour. Je waant je in de Gouden eeuw, waarbij grappen en grollen van de voorouder van de kapitein een leuk sausje gaven aan het geheel.”
Monique
VR Voyage Rondvaart“I’ve been on several canal cruises over the last few years and this was by far the best one. We went beyond the classic facts you hear from most Amsterdam tours, learning more about Dutch culture from our guide, Fokko. They keep tours to a small group, which was ideal, and they have a variety of drinks to choose from as well. Fokko had a great sense of humor and was a wealth of information as someone that grew up in the area. I couldn’t more strongly recommend this tour!”
Jake Casey
Private Cruise on the Sophie“Excellent sunset tour! The charcuterrie and service was lovely. Our guide was engaging and informative. We learned a lot. This is the perfect introduction to the ciry.”
“This was my favorite part of our trip! Ward and Yasmine were so much fun and showed us so many interesting things and had so much knowledge to share. We had so much fun!”
Dana Kolker
Booze Cruise free Snack included“Ward and Yasmine were great guides! Loved the canal tour. Beautiful boat too.”
Chewy Jang
Booze Cruise free Snack included“Excellent experience with Prestige Boats Amsterdam. This has been the highlight of our trip so far. Great way to see the city and get a better sense of the layout. Service was top notch, relaxed, and quite informative at the same time. Our captain was very professional and kind (and that is despite my rambunctious toddler trying to run everywhere). Very comfortable boat as well. It's a beautifully restored Venetian taxi boat from 1971; the electric engine is super quiet and adds to the quality of the experience.”
Aziz Farhat
1971 Venetian Saloon - Boat Private Cruise“Boatboys Amsterdam made our wedding day extra special with the wonderful high tea aboard their classic luxury boat, Ritz. The crew always made sure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the cruise. They also made stops at several iconic Amsterdam landmarks, making the experience not only enjoyable but also informative. Overall, our cruise with them was smooth, relaxing, and truly memorable. We definitely recommend Boatboys Amsterdam for anyone looking to enjoy a lovely cruise along the canals of Amsterdam.”
Clarisse Mae Llorca
Ritz - a classic luxury saloon boat from 1915“Wonderful experience! The 2 hour dinner cruise went too quickly. Highly recommend.”
Jeriann Loidolt
Ritz - a classic luxury saloon boat from 1915“I planned a surprise proposal in Amsterdam and it turned out so incredible with Bow's Journey! I wanted a private and memorable moment, and Captain Bow was super helpful, coordinating with both myself and a photographer. On the day of, Captain Nate did a fantastic job keeping everything a surprise, making us laugh, and then photographing the moment. The Pien is a lovely, luxurious boat and we couldn't be happier with how it all turned out! Thank you Bow and Nate for a once in a lifetime moment :)”
Maor Gozalzani
Private Cruise on the Sophie“We had a great boat ride cruising around the Amsterdam waters. Iban was very friendly and helpful! Highly recommended”
Weronika Kwak
Amsterdam Spritz Cruise“Did the tour 8pm 22nd July 2026 was awesome guides were great very informative and friendly I loved it”
Super Man
The Bulldog Boat“We had a great time on the boat adventure around the canals of Amsterdam. Captain Gus was awesome and his tales were spot on.”
“Captains were awesome. A ton of fun totally recommend and will do again next time we are in amsterdam”
James Payne
The Bulldog Boat“fabulous experience! high recommend to anyone wanting to see a lot of Amsterdam without walking everywhere. Driver was informed and kind, thank you!!!”
Arianna Castillo
1971 Venetian Saloon - Boat Private Cruise“Great canal trip with Captain Guus. He was very knowledgeable about the architecture, Amsterdam and small details. We learned a lot. The small size boat and passengers made it all the better than the larger boats on the canal. Thank you Guus!”
“I had the best time ever and the captain was so great and he was really knowledgeable about everything. Great time! And the Lucy boat is really really nice.”
“Kan ik van harte aanbevelen, zeer betrokken en enthousiaste kapitein en zijn maat die ons bij stond met raad en daad ( drinken, eten, antwoorden etc) Ik woon in Amsterdam en mijn familie meegenomen op deze tour. Je waant je in de Gouden eeuw, waarbij grappen en grollen van de voorouder van de kapitein een leuk sausje gaven aan het geheel.”
Monique
VR Voyage Rondvaart“I’ve been on several canal cruises over the last few years and this was by far the best one. We went beyond the classic facts you hear from most Amsterdam tours, learning more about Dutch culture from our guide, Fokko. They keep tours to a small group, which was ideal, and they have a variety of drinks to choose from as well. Fokko had a great sense of humor and was a wealth of information as someone that grew up in the area. I couldn’t more strongly recommend this tour!”
Jake Casey
Private Cruise on the Sophie“Excellent sunset tour! The charcuterrie and service was lovely. Our guide was engaging and informative. We learned a lot. This is the perfect introduction to the ciry.”
“This was my favorite part of our trip! Ward and Yasmine were so much fun and showed us so many interesting things and had so much knowledge to share. We had so much fun!”
Dana Kolker
Booze Cruise free Snack included“Ward and Yasmine were great guides! Loved the canal tour. Beautiful boat too.”
Chewy Jang
Booze Cruise free Snack included“Excellent experience with Prestige Boats Amsterdam. This has been the highlight of our trip so far. Great way to see the city and get a better sense of the layout. Service was top notch, relaxed, and quite informative at the same time. Our captain was very professional and kind (and that is despite my rambunctious toddler trying to run everywhere). Very comfortable boat as well. It's a beautifully restored Venetian taxi boat from 1971; the electric engine is super quiet and adds to the quality of the experience.”
Aziz Farhat
1971 Venetian Saloon - Boat Private Cruise“Boatboys Amsterdam made our wedding day extra special with the wonderful high tea aboard their classic luxury boat, Ritz. The crew always made sure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the cruise. They also made stops at several iconic Amsterdam landmarks, making the experience not only enjoyable but also informative. Overall, our cruise with them was smooth, relaxing, and truly memorable. We definitely recommend Boatboys Amsterdam for anyone looking to enjoy a lovely cruise along the canals of Amsterdam.”
Clarisse Mae Llorca
Ritz - a classic luxury saloon boat from 1915“Wonderful experience! The 2 hour dinner cruise went too quickly. Highly recommend.”
Jeriann Loidolt
Ritz - a classic luxury saloon boat from 1915“I planned a surprise proposal in Amsterdam and it turned out so incredible with Bow's Journey! I wanted a private and memorable moment, and Captain Bow was super helpful, coordinating with both myself and a photographer. On the day of, Captain Nate did a fantastic job keeping everything a surprise, making us laugh, and then photographing the moment. The Pien is a lovely, luxurious boat and we couldn't be happier with how it all turned out! Thank you Bow and Nate for a once in a lifetime moment :)”
Maor Gozalzani
Private Cruise on the Sophie“We had a great boat ride cruising around the Amsterdam waters. Iban was very friendly and helpful! Highly recommended”
Weronika Kwak
Amsterdam Spritz Cruise“Did the tour 8pm 22nd July 2026 was awesome guides were great very informative and friendly I loved it”
Super Man
The Bulldog Boat“We had a great time on the boat adventure around the canals of Amsterdam. Captain Gus was awesome and his tales were spot on.”
“Captains were awesome. A ton of fun totally recommend and will do again next time we are in amsterdam”
James Payne
The Bulldog Boat“fabulous experience! high recommend to anyone wanting to see a lot of Amsterdam without walking everywhere. Driver was informed and kind, thank you!!!”
Arianna Castillo
1971 Venetian Saloon - Boat Private Cruise“Great canal trip with Captain Guus. He was very knowledgeable about the architecture, Amsterdam and small details. We learned a lot. The small size boat and passengers made it all the better than the larger boats on the canal. Thank you Guus!”
“I had the best time ever and the captain was so great and he was really knowledgeable about everything. Great time! And the Lucy boat is really really nice.”
“Kan ik van harte aanbevelen, zeer betrokken en enthousiaste kapitein en zijn maat die ons bij stond met raad en daad ( drinken, eten, antwoorden etc) Ik woon in Amsterdam en mijn familie meegenomen op deze tour. Je waant je in de Gouden eeuw, waarbij grappen en grollen van de voorouder van de kapitein een leuk sausje gaven aan het geheel.”
Monique
VR Voyage Rondvaart“I’ve been on several canal cruises over the last few years and this was by far the best one. We went beyond the classic facts you hear from most Amsterdam tours, learning more about Dutch culture from our guide, Fokko. They keep tours to a small group, which was ideal, and they have a variety of drinks to choose from as well. Fokko had a great sense of humor and was a wealth of information as someone that grew up in the area. I couldn’t more strongly recommend this tour!”
Jake Casey
Private Cruise on the Sophie“Excellent sunset tour! The charcuterrie and service was lovely. Our guide was engaging and informative. We learned a lot. This is the perfect introduction to the ciry.”
“This was my favorite part of our trip! Ward and Yasmine were so much fun and showed us so many interesting things and had so much knowledge to share. We had so much fun!”
Dana Kolker
Booze Cruise free Snack included“Ward and Yasmine were great guides! Loved the canal tour. Beautiful boat too.”
Chewy Jang
Booze Cruise free Snack included“Excellent experience with Prestige Boats Amsterdam. This has been the highlight of our trip so far. Great way to see the city and get a better sense of the layout. Service was top notch, relaxed, and quite informative at the same time. Our captain was very professional and kind (and that is despite my rambunctious toddler trying to run everywhere). Very comfortable boat as well. It's a beautifully restored Venetian taxi boat from 1971; the electric engine is super quiet and adds to the quality of the experience.”
Aziz Farhat
1971 Venetian Saloon - Boat Private Cruise“Boatboys Amsterdam made our wedding day extra special with the wonderful high tea aboard their classic luxury boat, Ritz. The crew always made sure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the cruise. They also made stops at several iconic Amsterdam landmarks, making the experience not only enjoyable but also informative. Overall, our cruise with them was smooth, relaxing, and truly memorable. We definitely recommend Boatboys Amsterdam for anyone looking to enjoy a lovely cruise along the canals of Amsterdam.”
Clarisse Mae Llorca
Ritz - a classic luxury saloon boat from 1915“Wonderful experience! The 2 hour dinner cruise went too quickly. Highly recommend.”
Jeriann Loidolt
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