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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.
Honest reviews from those who've booked their canal cruise in Amsterdam.
“John was extremely warm and welcoming !! He greeted each passenger individually, truly an inviting experience. His knowledge of Amsterdam was impressive, answering any question asked of him. The voyage was incredibly peaceful - allowing the passenger to take in all of the city - all attributed to John and the atmosphere he created. NOTE: Bow’s Journey came recommended from The Pillows Hotel.”
Jeannine Campbell
Private Cruise on the Sophie“We had a boat tour with Joan (John). I can honestly say this is one of the best tours i've ever had, John put us at ease from start to finish with his polite and friendly manner. John was so knowledgable about all aspects of the tour but also had lots more information and knowledge around the history of europe and Amsterdam. Well worth every penny. Seats in the boat were heated and also had heated blankets which were very welcome on a cold rainy day. John opened the overhead rain cover when the rain settled a bit so we could fully appreciate the views. Thanks John you were excellent ! Regards Eve and Vin.”
“Today we took a tour with Cedric, and it was a fantastic experience. He was incredibly knowledgeable, an excellent skipper, and made the trip both enjoyable and informative. The apple pie was delicious too! We highly recommend Pure Boats to anyone looking for great canal cruise.”
“My wife and I had a very nice time with Capt. Griffin. Learned a lot about Amsterdam, in a comfortable manner. So glad we chose Amsterdam Boat Adventures. I recommend them.”
“Our cruise with Michael as host and Vivien as skipper was extraordinary!!!! At every time we felt secure, welcomed and had a great time! Both were very attentive, friendly, and informative! 11/10, would recommend.”
Kayra Cankarpusat Barea
Flower Boat (Starboard Dock)“Great tour. Plenty of narrated sites to see. Adequate bar on board with snacks. Hop on board and enjoy the ride”
Chuck Roberg
Private Cruise on the Sophie“My only complaint is, at 1 hour, I wish it was longer. Great staff and great tour.”
Captain P
Booze Cruise free Snack included“What a wonderful experience! We spent two hours cruising through Amsterdam’s canals, and it was the perfect way to discover the city. The boat was absolutely beautiful, elegant, and extremely comfortable. The crew was professional, welcoming, and attentive throughout the cruise, providing excellent service from start to finish. The morning light on the canals was beautiful, and setting off before the city became busy made the experience especially peaceful and relaxing. We would absolutely recommend this boat tour to anyone visiting Amsterdam”
“Super mooie boot, vriendelijke schipper.”
Sem van de wetering
Iconic cruise - Departure Keizersgracht 106“Absolutely worth it. Captain Mare was especially great not only at steering the perfectly sized boat but also at giving us interesting facts about the city, the canals, the people and the culture. The 1,5 hours were just perfect for an afternoon boat ride. It was our first time in Amsterdam and this was the highlight of the trip.”
Christos Seferiades
Shared Off The Beaten Path, Hidden Gems Canal Cruise“So much fun and beautiful! The weather was perfect and the sun was setting over the buildings.”
Emma Lavender
The Bulldog Boat“Unforgettable private canal tour with amazing hospitality! We booked a private boat tour with breakfast included, and we had an absolutely wonderful time! Our great experience actually started the day before the tour. Although our initial email request accidentally went into their spam folder, Vanessa from the reception desk handled the situation perfectly when I called. Her phone service was outstanding, and she incredibly managed to arrange everything and accommodate all of our special requests for the very next day. On the day of the tour, our captain, Maurice, was fantastic—he was so kind and welcoming, making our breakfast cruise perfect. Thanks to both of them, my family and I had an amazing and memorable time. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Amsterdam!”
kazumasa osawa
Amsterdam Historic Boat Tour“John was extremely warm and welcoming !! He greeted each passenger individually, truly an inviting experience. His knowledge of Amsterdam was impressive, answering any question asked of him. The voyage was incredibly peaceful - allowing the passenger to take in all of the city - all attributed to John and the atmosphere he created. NOTE: Bow’s Journey came recommended from The Pillows Hotel.”
Jeannine Campbell
Private Cruise on the Sophie“We had a boat tour with Joan (John). I can honestly say this is one of the best tours i've ever had, John put us at ease from start to finish with his polite and friendly manner. John was so knowledgable about all aspects of the tour but also had lots more information and knowledge around the history of europe and Amsterdam. Well worth every penny. Seats in the boat were heated and also had heated blankets which were very welcome on a cold rainy day. John opened the overhead rain cover when the rain settled a bit so we could fully appreciate the views. Thanks John you were excellent ! Regards Eve and Vin.”
“Today we took a tour with Cedric, and it was a fantastic experience. He was incredibly knowledgeable, an excellent skipper, and made the trip both enjoyable and informative. The apple pie was delicious too! We highly recommend Pure Boats to anyone looking for great canal cruise.”
“My wife and I had a very nice time with Capt. Griffin. Learned a lot about Amsterdam, in a comfortable manner. So glad we chose Amsterdam Boat Adventures. I recommend them.”
“Our cruise with Michael as host and Vivien as skipper was extraordinary!!!! At every time we felt secure, welcomed and had a great time! Both were very attentive, friendly, and informative! 11/10, would recommend.”
Kayra Cankarpusat Barea
Flower Boat (Starboard Dock)“Great tour. Plenty of narrated sites to see. Adequate bar on board with snacks. Hop on board and enjoy the ride”
Chuck Roberg
Private Cruise on the Sophie“My only complaint is, at 1 hour, I wish it was longer. Great staff and great tour.”
Captain P
Booze Cruise free Snack included“What a wonderful experience! We spent two hours cruising through Amsterdam’s canals, and it was the perfect way to discover the city. The boat was absolutely beautiful, elegant, and extremely comfortable. The crew was professional, welcoming, and attentive throughout the cruise, providing excellent service from start to finish. The morning light on the canals was beautiful, and setting off before the city became busy made the experience especially peaceful and relaxing. We would absolutely recommend this boat tour to anyone visiting Amsterdam”
“Super mooie boot, vriendelijke schipper.”
Sem van de wetering
Iconic cruise - Departure Keizersgracht 106“Absolutely worth it. Captain Mare was especially great not only at steering the perfectly sized boat but also at giving us interesting facts about the city, the canals, the people and the culture. The 1,5 hours were just perfect for an afternoon boat ride. It was our first time in Amsterdam and this was the highlight of the trip.”
Christos Seferiades
Shared Off The Beaten Path, Hidden Gems Canal Cruise“So much fun and beautiful! The weather was perfect and the sun was setting over the buildings.”
Emma Lavender
The Bulldog Boat“Unforgettable private canal tour with amazing hospitality! We booked a private boat tour with breakfast included, and we had an absolutely wonderful time! Our great experience actually started the day before the tour. Although our initial email request accidentally went into their spam folder, Vanessa from the reception desk handled the situation perfectly when I called. Her phone service was outstanding, and she incredibly managed to arrange everything and accommodate all of our special requests for the very next day. On the day of the tour, our captain, Maurice, was fantastic—he was so kind and welcoming, making our breakfast cruise perfect. Thanks to both of them, my family and I had an amazing and memorable time. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Amsterdam!”
kazumasa osawa
Amsterdam Historic Boat Tour“John was extremely warm and welcoming !! He greeted each passenger individually, truly an inviting experience. His knowledge of Amsterdam was impressive, answering any question asked of him. The voyage was incredibly peaceful - allowing the passenger to take in all of the city - all attributed to John and the atmosphere he created. NOTE: Bow’s Journey came recommended from The Pillows Hotel.”
Jeannine Campbell
Private Cruise on the Sophie“We had a boat tour with Joan (John). I can honestly say this is one of the best tours i've ever had, John put us at ease from start to finish with his polite and friendly manner. John was so knowledgable about all aspects of the tour but also had lots more information and knowledge around the history of europe and Amsterdam. Well worth every penny. Seats in the boat were heated and also had heated blankets which were very welcome on a cold rainy day. John opened the overhead rain cover when the rain settled a bit so we could fully appreciate the views. Thanks John you were excellent ! Regards Eve and Vin.”
“Today we took a tour with Cedric, and it was a fantastic experience. He was incredibly knowledgeable, an excellent skipper, and made the trip both enjoyable and informative. The apple pie was delicious too! We highly recommend Pure Boats to anyone looking for great canal cruise.”
“My wife and I had a very nice time with Capt. Griffin. Learned a lot about Amsterdam, in a comfortable manner. So glad we chose Amsterdam Boat Adventures. I recommend them.”
“Our cruise with Michael as host and Vivien as skipper was extraordinary!!!! At every time we felt secure, welcomed and had a great time! Both were very attentive, friendly, and informative! 11/10, would recommend.”
Kayra Cankarpusat Barea
Flower Boat (Starboard Dock)“Great tour. Plenty of narrated sites to see. Adequate bar on board with snacks. Hop on board and enjoy the ride”
Chuck Roberg
Private Cruise on the Sophie“My only complaint is, at 1 hour, I wish it was longer. Great staff and great tour.”
Captain P
Booze Cruise free Snack included“What a wonderful experience! We spent two hours cruising through Amsterdam’s canals, and it was the perfect way to discover the city. The boat was absolutely beautiful, elegant, and extremely comfortable. The crew was professional, welcoming, and attentive throughout the cruise, providing excellent service from start to finish. The morning light on the canals was beautiful, and setting off before the city became busy made the experience especially peaceful and relaxing. We would absolutely recommend this boat tour to anyone visiting Amsterdam”
“Super mooie boot, vriendelijke schipper.”
Sem van de wetering
Iconic cruise - Departure Keizersgracht 106“Absolutely worth it. Captain Mare was especially great not only at steering the perfectly sized boat but also at giving us interesting facts about the city, the canals, the people and the culture. The 1,5 hours were just perfect for an afternoon boat ride. It was our first time in Amsterdam and this was the highlight of the trip.”
Christos Seferiades
Shared Off The Beaten Path, Hidden Gems Canal Cruise“So much fun and beautiful! The weather was perfect and the sun was setting over the buildings.”
Emma Lavender
The Bulldog Boat“Unforgettable private canal tour with amazing hospitality! We booked a private boat tour with breakfast included, and we had an absolutely wonderful time! Our great experience actually started the day before the tour. Although our initial email request accidentally went into their spam folder, Vanessa from the reception desk handled the situation perfectly when I called. Her phone service was outstanding, and she incredibly managed to arrange everything and accommodate all of our special requests for the very next day. On the day of the tour, our captain, Maurice, was fantastic—he was so kind and welcoming, making our breakfast cruise perfect. Thanks to both of them, my family and I had an amazing and memorable time. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Amsterdam!”
kazumasa osawa
Amsterdam Historic Boat Tour175,000+ tours completed. Choose from shared city cruises, romantic private rides, or epic party boats.