Amsterdam Canal Cruise: Historic Salon Boat

Join Captain Jack on an all-inclusive Amsterdam canal cruise with a maximum of 8 guests. Enjoy luxury, drinks, snacks, and intimate conversations while exploring the city’s canals.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Amsterdam Canal Ring - All cruises are personally captained by the owner of the Drift Away.
    Departures are from Singel no.7, and the cruise concludes at the same location.
    There is no fixed route; the cruise is customized based on guests’ preferences.
    The unique design of the Drift Away allows access to Amsterdam’s narrowest canals and the ability…
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Extensive open bar
  • Local beers, top shelf liquors, soft drinks, hot drinks
  • Specialty G&T with local gin
Additional Information

Discover the iconic canals of Amsterdam on a delightful cruise aboard the historic salon boat, Sophie, established in 1911. This intimate experience, limited to 12 guests, offers a cozy and personalized journey.
Your host and guide for six days a week is Amsterdam native Boudewijn Metzelaar, affectionately known as “Captain Bow.” On Saturdays, one of his…

Location
Singel 5
Singel
Singel 5 is an adres. “Hotel Canal View” is located here. The departure point is INFRONT of this adres marked with 6 black morning poles with white caps along the canal. !!There is NO SIGN at the departure point itself at the moment due to zoning restrictions!!
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Lisa
May 19, 2025
Wonderful intro to Amsterdam - Our canal tour was delightful! We had arrived in Amsterdam midday from the USA so spending a lovely evening cruising the canals with an open bar and snacks and was wonderful. Truly an awesome introduction to Amsterdam. Our captain was very personable and told many tales but it was very casual. I would highly recommend this tour instead of one of the large packed boats. Their boat is beautiful and has a toilet available. We were all able to sit in the bow and enjoy the great weather.
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Bronx55
May 19, 2025
Fun and informative tour with Bow! - We had a fantastic time with Bow on the beautiful "Sophie." Bow was so informative and personable and gave us a thoroughly enjoyable tour of Amsterdam by boat. Highly recommend!!
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Jenn
May 17, 2025
Spend the extra money for the smaller boat. It is worth it! - Amazing morning on the water with Jasper! Beautiful boat, great drinks and snacks. Such a great way to see the canals and Amsterdam in a quaint environment. Lots of history and information. Spend the money to receive a truly immersive and pampered experience.
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Tour28216540441
May 16, 2025
Memorable experience! - Jan, our Captain and tour guide was amazing and very knowledgeable and entertaining. Top notch vintage boat, lovingly restored and updated and so much nicer than the newer vessels. Open bar, snacks, and a WC on board added to the luxury. You won’t regret booking with this small but well run company!
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Maureeny2019
May 12, 2025
Highly Recommend - Bow was an awesome guide. He was entertaining, funny and knowledgeable about Amsterdam. He provides a small intimate environment with a killer Gin and Tonic. We would definitely recommend Bow!! Maureen and Lisa
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Fshope58
May 10, 2025
Exceptional private canal tour for 6! - The private canal tour with Bow’s Journeys was awesome! Jan, our captain, was informative, personable, humorous and professional! He shared his personality with us and we had a great time! (And the cocktails were great too!)
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Jiml578
May 9, 2025
A very relaxing journey, worth the extra $$ - Such a relaxing 90 minute journey with our guide Yan, note there is no “official” office for meeting place, the loading area is right across the street from a cafe on Singel. Use google maps for address, there are two pylons between a short step facing the canal. Handy free men’s turine urinal if you need it prior to boarding, and convenient to Albert Hein grocery store, we loaded up with supplies for our cruise. We had a nice quiet ride, only 12 guests room for everyone not cramped, full bar, snacks & loo. Electric motor means no noise, Yan was very well versed in history & culture of AMS. You will not be disappointed, worth the extra $$ vs a larger boat (we did one previously for half the price, but not nearly as relaxing). There is an indoor area to sit and the back area has a nice canvas cover if you need shade. We sat in front it was nice to have sun on us the entire time. Got lots of great pictures!
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Orlandotennisbum
May 9, 2025
Bow's Journeys is a must do! - This was the best tour we have done in Amsterdam. By far. Recommended by our hotel's concierge (Lawrence at the Renaissance) and we could NOT have had a better time. Our small group of 10, had a great tour, with drinks, on a comfy, indoor/outdoor refurbished boat with toilet. If you have a chance to avoid the large canal tour boats (which we did the last trip)...this is the tour to choose. Great value and experience. Would do it again if in Amsterdam.
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Kim2213
May 9, 2025
Perfect! - This was just perfect. The captain (Jan) was knowledgeable, welcoming, friendly and witty. We’ve already booked another trip to take in the evening sights. The boat was very comfortable and the open bar was a delightful surprise.
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Philsilv
May 9, 2025
A feast for the senses - Hans was a superb, welcoming host. His local knowledge and love for his city was palpable and infectious. We learnt so much and were encourage to drink and eat as we went along the beautiful canals in Amsterdam. An unforgettable experience provided by an outstanding host who went out of his way to engage with everyone in our small group. Cannot praise this trip too much - would be worth doing again! Phil & Glyn (from Dorset, UK)
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From $69
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).