Historic Boat Tour: Amsterdam Canal Charm

Embark on an all-inclusive private cruise with a captain and explore the stunning canals of Amsterdam. Sightsee, sip a drink, and enjoy good conversation in this unforgettable experience.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Amsterdam Canal Ring - Embark on an exciting journey to discover Amsterdam via its beautiful canals.
    All cruises are expertly captained and guided by Boudewijn Metzelaar, also known as “Captain Jack” for those who find his Dutch name challenging to pronounce.
    The voyage takes place on a fully electric luxury salon boat, offering comfortable seating…
What's Included
  • Complimentary snacks
  • Extensive open bar including local beers, top shelf liquors, soft and hot drinks
  • Specialty G&T with local gin prepared by a dedicated bartender
Additional Information

Discover why countless travelers consider this the highlight of their Amsterdam adventure! Step aboard Sophie—a meticulously preserved historic boat from 1911—and experience the allure of Amsterdam’s canals like never before.
With both indoor and outdoor seating, Sophie provides the ideal combination of comfort and elegance, allowing you to move freely…

Location
Singel 9
Singel
Located next to the "Koepelkerk" a big domed church (please call the number on your voucher/ticket for Jack if not able to find him)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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K2282eqekaterinas
Mar 15, 2026
Wonderful evening canal tour with family - Amazing experience! The boat tour was beautiful, the dinner was delicious, and the open bar was a great bonus. The heating inside made it very cozy and comfortable. One of the highlights of our time in Amsterdam!
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Patrickpoling
Jan 29, 2026
10/10 - HIGHLY recommend! - If you find yourself in Amsterdam, you absolutely must book this private tour with Bow’s Journeys! Captain Fokko is a native who knows everything about the city and could navigate the canals blindfolded. The tour comes with an all-inclusive bar, breathtaking views of the city, and as much history/lore as you care to know. My friends and I had such an incredible time - if you find yourself in Amsterdam, this is a MUST!
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K1022gmstefank
Dec 16, 2025
One of the most beautiful boats in Amsterdam - We had a truly wonderful canal cruise. The boat itself felt like it came from another era...beautifully authentic and more than 100 years old, which immediately set this experience apart. Our skippers, Bow and Fokko, made it even more special. Their deep knowledge of the canals and the houses along them was remarkable, and they pointed out so many details we would have otherwise completely missed. We’ve been on canal boats before, but this one was truly unique. It felt intimate, thoughtful, and special from start to finish. Everyone in our group loved it. Thank you for this unforgettable experience.
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Rick
Dec 6, 2025
Unexpected Surprise! - This boat ride was a highlight of our trip to Amsterdam! We were here for a couple of days with no real agenda, so we asked for a recommendation from our concierge at the Renaissance. The concierge called and got us a reservation and even walked us over. The boat was only a block from the hotel. We were met with a warm greeting by Captain John. He got us on board and settled in, offering us drinks and blankets. The boat is beautiful, clean and well cared for. John provided an amazing tour, filled with history and information about each light exhibit that's currently set up in the canals for the light festival. John was very knowledgeable about all things Amsterdam, and a lot more. We walked away knowing so much more than we did prior to stepping on board. John took us to some less traveled routes to give us a view of things the larger "tour bus" type boats couldn't show their passengers! We highly recommend using this company to give you the best canal tour experience!
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Randalll330
Nov 21, 2025
Canal Ride of Lifetime !!😎 - John was an amazing boat guide and very knowledgeable, friendly, and took time to answer everyone’s questions. I strongly recommend it!
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Streetcar117
Oct 31, 2025
Fantastic private canal tour - On very short notice we arranged a private canal tour on a beautifully restored vintage canal boat with our very engaging Captain John. We had a marvelous time!
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L8164lkbenoitp
Aug 19, 2025
Canal Cruise - Fabulous. Boy was our Captain. Friendly and Knowledgeable. Spend a little more and get the perfect cruise tailored for you!
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Movingon513
Jul 21, 2025
- Wonderful private canal boat tour with Captain Bow! He was so welcoming and informative for our party of five, including 4 adults and one 7 year old granddaughter! Boat was clean and well stocked with drinks and snacks and we cruised down both more and lesser known canals around the city. It was a very special treat for all of us, thanks to Captain Bow!
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Donzobel
Jul 6, 2025
Best ever Amsterdam Grachten Tour and More! - Great experience with a very authentic Captain John. 2 hours passing by hidden gems as well as touristic hot spots. Best in class!
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Debjkelleher
Jun 28, 2025
Great Canal Cruise to Experience Amsterdam - Wonderful introduction to Amsterdam. Beautiful boat and our host Captain John, was a wealth of knowledge and made the experience. Beverages to suit everyone and tasty snacks. Highly recommend.
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From $58
up to 12 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).