Luxury Canal Cruise Welcome Liquor and Snack included
Cruise on luxurious boats whilst enjoying a drink
Exceptional
1,884 reviews
What guests loved most
Thomas V.
“Zeer leuke ervaring. wij hadden de prosecco optie genomen, prijs kwaliteit een topdeal. Leuk persone…”
Book up to 6 min before departure
From €18.93
·1 hour
About this tour
Welcome Drink & Snack • Full Bar • Cozy Blankets
Shared Canal Cruise on Luxury Canal Cruise
This one-hour Amsterdam canal cruise departs from the edge of the Red Light District, slipping quietly onto the water aboard a fully electric boat. You'll join a small group of up to 25 guests, greeted with a welcome liquor and a snack before the cruise even begins. A host or hostess is on hand throughout, taking drink orders from the onboard bar while the skipper shares stories about the city passing by.
What You'll See
The route threads through the old centre and out along the Amstel River. Expect to pass the Old Church, the Maritime Museum, and the Skinny Bridge, with its distinctive white drawbridge frame. The boat also takes in the Seven Bridges viewpoint and the leaning canal houses locals call the Dancing Houses. It's a considered loop through the historic canal ring, unhurried enough to actually take things in.
Onboard Comfort
The boat runs year-round with warm blankets for cooler days and umbrellas if the weather turns. Seating is comfortable, and the bar stocks beer, wine, spirits, and soft drinks — you can order as you go and pay at the end by card or cash. Additional snacks are available to purchase if the welcome nibble leaves you wanting more. Free cancellation is included, and the crew asks that you arrive fifteen minutes before departure to secure your seat. A small Amsterdam boat tour that covers real ground without rushing it.
“Great tour, nice boat and great crew (Ian and Francis I believe) 100% recommend”
Food & drinks on board
Snacks & Bites
- A selection of snacks available for purchase on board
Drinks & Bar
- Onboard Bar
- Spirits, Beer, Wines, Sodas
- Friendly Host(ess) assist with drink orders
- Payment after the tour with cash or card
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure
- Change departure time up to 6 hours before departure
- Add guests up to 1 hour before departure
- Weather: Friendship Amsterdam may change or cancel the date and time of a cruise in bad weather. If so, your ticket is rebooked to a new slot in consultation with you; only if you cannot make a new date does the operator cancel the ticket
- Prevented, or made a mistake? Up to 48 hours before sailing you can rebook to another date or time. Friendship Amsterdam is reachable by phone Monday to Friday from 9 a.m.
- Booked through a reseller? Contact that reseller to change your ticket
What guests say
Nicolas G.
October 2026
“Great tour, nice boat and great crew (Ian and Francis I believe) 100% recommend”
Tim Y.
October 2026
“A night-time cruise gave a different perspective to the city. It was a worthwhile experience. The captain gave a good commentary. Maybe because it was a last minute booking it seemed expensive as a “cruise-only” offering.”
Michelle P.
October 2026
“Captain was very informative and and answered all our questions and then some!”
Gudrun H.
August 2026
Thomas V.
August 2026
“Zeer leuke ervaring. wij hadden de prosecco optie genomen, prijs kwaliteit een topdeal. Leuk personeel op de boot dat op een leuke manier wat vertelt over Amsterdam!”
Farbod S.
August 2026
“Great boat and great tour by Peter and Bastiaan! The boat was comfy, not crowded and storytelling and hosting was 5/5 too”
Prisca H.
August 2026
“Amazing experience, my best 1 hr in Amsterdam, nice cocktails, drinks….. good interaction and introductions for Amsterdam. Peter us super nice and made us good drink.”
Juba B.
August 2026
“Amazing boat tour! We had such a great experience from start to finish. A special thank you to Peter at the bar for his warm welcome, big smile, and friendly attitude — he really made us feel comfortable and added to the great atmosphere on board! Captain Bas was fantastic as well. His explanations about the City were interesting, clear, and full of great stories and information. I learned so much about Amsterdam during the tour while also having a really fun and relaxing time. Great crew, great atmosphere, and a wonderful way to discover the city. I would definitely recommend this boat tour to anyone visiting Amsterdam. Thank you Peter and Bas 🫶”
macarena Z.
August 2026
“We took the cruise with maria and she was absolutely amazing!! If you want to get drunk go with maria!!”
Bárbara
August 2026
“Maria was lovely, it was an amazing experience. Drinks and tour were perfect, totally recommend it”
pantelis K.
August 2026
“Congratulations Peter and Moses”
Vasileios K.
August 2026
“Cheers for Peter and Moses”
Cailyn C.
August 2026
“Peter and moses are awesome :)”
Eliza K.
August 2026
“peter and moses are the best!!! we learned so much and had a great time.”
joana D.
August 2026
“Wir hatten eine tolle Bootsfahrt in Amsterdam und wurden sehr herzlich von Moses und Peter begleitet☺️ Vielen Dank für den schönen Trip!”
jhnax X.
August 2026
“Rene und Bruno waren super”
Varvara B.
August 2026
“Teunis was such a fun and great guide :)) the whole tour was amazing and beautiful”
Chirag K.
August 2026
“We absolutely loved our canal cruise with Teunis and Adriana! They made the whole experience so fun, relaxed, and personal it felt more like being shown around the city by friends than being on a tour. We laughed the whole way, learned loads about Amsterdam, and honestly didn’t want it to end. Thanks for such a memorable evening, we’ll definitely be recommending you to everyone!”
Edgar B.
August 2026
“Had an amazing time with Deennis and Lorenzo as our captain and host. Very relaxing and I recommend to anyone visiting Amsterdam!”
Jon B.
August 2026
“Would massively recommend Friendship tours Amsterdam. Very organised, all staff came into contact was indeed friendly and welcoming. We paid extra for the cocktail package and was given a menu with good selection of drinks as soon as set off. Drinks made by 'Victor' were made and served very quickly, he asked if wanted more when seen glasses near empty. The tour guide and captain 'Rene' was very informative but in a fun and enjoyable way! Definitely a great pair working together! Only small issue which didn't even mention at the time was that ticket included snacks which wasn't offered. No big deal as they made up for it with the cocktails. Definitely would recommend this tour company!”
Who This Is For
Great for
- Solo travellers and couples happy to share the boat with a few others
- Rainy days — the boat is covered
- Budget-minded travellers — from €15.95 per person
- Plans that might still change — this cruise has free cancellation
Maybe not for
- Anyone wanting a private boat — this cruise is shared with other guests
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does this cruise depart from?
Luxury Canal Cruise Welcome Liquor and Snack included departs from Oudezijds Voorburgwal 230, 1012 DV Amsterdam.
How long is this cruise?
The cruise lasts 1 hour.
How many people can join this cruise?
Luxury Canal Cruise Welcome Liquor and Snack included is a shared cruise with a maximum of 25 guests on board, so you book per seat and travel alongside other guests.
How much does this cruise cost?
Prices for Luxury Canal Cruise Welcome Liquor and Snack included start at €15.95 per person.
What is included on this cruise?
This cruise includes Free Cancellation, International Bar Onboard, Umbrellas in case of rain and Host(ess) serving drinks.
What happens if it rains?
This boat has rain cover, so you stay dry on board if the weather turns.
Is this an open boat?
Yes, this is an open boat rather than an enclosed one, and it has rain cover for when the weather turns.
Can I cancel this cruise for free?
Yes, this cruise offers free cancellation.
Who operates this cruise?
Luxury Canal Cruise Welcome Liquor and Snack included is operated by Friendship Amsterdam and can be booked directly through BoatLocal.
Can I book last-minute, and how fast is my booking confirmed?
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.
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About Friendship Amsterdam
Friendship Amsterdam
Friendship Amsterdam started as a single-boat company, named after its first vessel and built by two friends with a shared passion for boats and watersports. It has since grown into a full fleet of six unique, 100% electric boats — from open sloops to the luxury saloon boat Dyos — each sailing almost silently and staffed with a dedicated captain and hostess. Smaller boats in the fleet can reach narrower canals larger tour boats can't access, and the onboard bar covers everything from craft beer to champagne. Shared cruises run from €9.50 per person and private charters from €399, departing from Oudezijds Voorburgwal 230.
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