Taste Dutch cheese while enjoying drinks from the extensive bar
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Fam K.
“God tur på kanalerne i Amsterdam Billigere at booke tur på forhånd online.”
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Dutch Cheese & Drinks Included • 60 Minutes • Live Local Guide
Discover Amsterdam from the water on this 60-minute guided canal cruise with a curated selection of authentic Dutch cheese and drinks. Departing from Oudezijds Voorburgwal 226 in the heart of the city, this experience combines the beauty of Amsterdam's historic waterways with a tasting of Holland's finest cheeses — accompanied by beer, wine, or soft drinks.
As the boat glides through the canals, your skipper and host bring the city to life with local stories, historical highlights, and the kind of insider knowledge most visitors never encounter. From the Golden Age canal houses lining the waterway to narrow alleyways glimpsed between bridges, every stretch of Amsterdam's waterways has a tale to tell.
• 60-minute shared canal cruise through Amsterdam's historic waterways
• Live commentary from your local skipper and host
• Optional: unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks
• Optional: selection of authentic Dutch cheese and snacks
The tour departs from near the Red Light District and winds through some of Amsterdam's oldest and most atmospheric neighbourhoods. The group is kept small for an intimate, social atmosphere — easy to enjoy solo, as a couple, or with friends. The cheese tasting features Dutch classics including aged Gouda, young Edam, and seasonal varieties, with your host explaining what makes each one distinct.
Duration: 60 minutes • Departure: Oudezijds Voorburgwal 226, Amsterdam • Not wheelchair accessible • No toilet on board • Drinks and cheese options selected at booking
“Recommended walks in Amsterdam, day or night”
Canal Cruise with Dutch Cheese and Drinks departs from Oudezijds Voorburgwal 226, 1012 GJ Amsterdam.
The cruise lasts 1 hour.
Canal Cruise with Dutch Cheese and Drinks is a shared cruise with a maximum of 25 guests on board, so you book per seat and travel alongside other guests.
Amsterdam Boat Trips
Amsterdam Boat Trips is a family-run canal cruise company founded by Stephan and Pochani, who share a lifelong love of Amsterdam's waterways. What started as personal boat trips with friends and family - evening dinner cruises, day cruises, and summer swims - grew into Sloepen Amsterdam Canal Tours. In 2018 the company launched on Airbnb Experiences and quickly became the #3 rated Dutch Experience in the Netherlands. A 2019 acquisition added a second boat company and the Britannia II, a restored 1930s Saloon boat, to the fleet, and the business relaunched as Amsterdam Boat Trips. Today the company runs private and shared canal cruises through Amsterdam with a team of knowledgeable, friendly hosts and skippers.
View all cruises by Amsterdam Boat TripsPrices for Canal Cruise with Dutch Cheese and Drinks start at €22 per person.
This cruise includes Free Cancellation and Roof in case of rain.
Yes — unlimited drinks are included in the price of this cruise.
Yes, snacks are included on this cruise.
This boat has rain cover, so you stay dry on board if the weather turns.
Yes, this is an open boat rather than an enclosed one, and it has rain cover for when the weather turns.
Yes, this cruise is pet-friendly, so your dog is welcome on board.
Yes, this cruise offers free cancellation.
Canal Cruise with Dutch Cheese and Drinks is operated by Amsterdam Boat Trips and can be booked directly through BoatLocal.
Yes, as long as a time slot is still open for booking on this page. Every booking is confirmed instantly online — no waiting to hear back. Each available time shows its own booking cutoff, so grab a spot before it closes if you're booking for the same day.
Markus D.
August 2026
Anill Y.
August 2026
Fam K.
July 2026
“God tur på kanalerne i Amsterdam Billigere at booke tur på forhånd online.”
Jakub S.
July 2026
“An interesting trip. A nice captain. Unfortunately, the boat's windows were blocked off and the glass was dirty, which spoiled the overall impression.”
Adriana S.
July 2026
“Fajny rejs, każdy dostaje jednorazowe słuchawki. Kilkanaście języków do wyboru. Amsterdam z wody to must have. Trafił nam się mega fajny Sternik. Czas rejsu 75 min a minęło jak by było 10 😉 polecam”
Ibe J.
July 2026
Maurice B.
July 2026
“The best canal cruise in Amsterdam! We had an amazing time with Ricky as our captain and guide. He was incredibly funny, entertaining, and shared so many interesting facts about the city. The tour was the perfect mix of humor and informative stories, making the whole experience unforgettable. If you’re visiting Amsterdam, this is a must-do activity. Highly recommended – thanks, Ricky!”
Cristina M.L.
July 2026
CH M.U.
July 2026
Sergei R.
July 2026
“Very nice cruise”
Anastasiya T.
July 2026
Олеся А.
July 2026
“If you're wondering which canal tour to choose in Amsterdam — don't even hesitate! This was the best trip ever! 😍 We've been on different boats before, but this one exceeded all our expectations. The atmosphere, the organization, the route — everything was just top notch! We got a ton of positive vibes, and the kid was absolutely thrilled. A huge thank you for such unforgettable memories! We'll definitely come back and recommend it to everyone! ❤️🚤”
Mahesh P.
July 2026
“Canal cruise tour in Amsterdam is one time experience activity. You can explore Amsterdam city while tour. Also can explore heritage building on the way.”
Marie-Élisabeth D.V.
June 2026
Marek S.
June 2026
“The guide is also available in Czech.”
jackson M.
June 2026
“Recommended walks in Amsterdam, day or night”
Fidan S.
June 2026
“We were unlucky with the weather but good views of Amsterdam and its culture and history”
Sarah E.
June 2026
“Good activity to do to visit the canals of Amsterdam, pleasant staff arranging, damage he had no drinks or food on board but as a rule it is pleasant”
Blanka_berche
June 2026
“The boat ride through the canals of Amsterdam remains a unique and beautiful experience... you can see the city from a different angle! You can discover the city in a one/two hour tour and see historical buildings, the tour guide explaining in detail the stories. Don't miss this if you visit Amsterdam, it will definitely be one of the most appreciable experiences! I recommend it!”
Nico M.
May 2026
