Amsterdam Canal Cruise: Royal Saloon Boat Tour

Embark on an early morning Amsterdam canal cruise aboard a historic Dutch boat. Capture stunning photos with no other boats around and enjoy a unique, personal, and informative tour experience.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Captain Dave Amsterdam— The Official Canal Cruises - Experience our award-winning ‘Best Boat Tour for Amsterdam.’
    Cruise through the stunning canals of Amsterdam aboard our distinctive and comfortable boat. On pleasant days, the roof and windows are opened for fresh air and breathtaking views.
    We don’t stick to the same route or deliver dull…
What's Included
  • 90-minutes boat trip on the Amsterdam canals
  • Small group canal tour in a 1928 saloon boat used by the Dutch Royal Family
  • Lively comments by your non-scripted local captain
  • Award winning —by Airbnb and Tripadvisor Amsterdam!
  • Heating on board and extra blankets to keep you warm
  • Tea and coffee
  • Restroom on board (light use only)
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

We embark on our journey in the tranquil early hours, offering unparalleled photo opportunities with no other vessels in sight!
Most tours stick to a set path, offering generic commentary. We, however, pride ourselves on delivering exceptional, personalised, engaging, and educational trips. Our venture begins on the Canal Ring (a UNESCO World Heritage…

Location
Captain Dave Amsterdam— The Official Canal Cruises
Prinsengracht
Dock Prinsengracht 397, Boat name: Jonckvrouw. DO NOT use Apple maps! Getting here By tram: #2 and 12 stop Prinsengracht, #5, 7 and 19 stop Elandsgracht By bus: #N83, N84 and N88 stop Elandsgracht
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Cindy_k
May 6, 2025
Wake up on the Amsterdam Canals on Capt. Dave’s Small Boat - Fantastic way to start your morning! Okke was wonderful. Warmed us up with coffee and sweet bread before bringing Amsterdam alive for us. He was super knowledgeable, funny, and engaging. Can't imagine a tour on anything but a small boat like Capt. Dave's. Will be recommending this tour to our friends!
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Passport09255061205
May 6, 2025
Best way to start the day! - Fantastic way to start your morning! Okke was wonderful. Warmed us up with coffee and sweet bread before bringing Amsterdam alive for us. He was super knowledgeable, funny, and engaging. Can’t imagine a tour on anything but a small boat like Capt. Dave’s. Will be recommending this tour to our friends! Cindy & Bill
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Katep354
May 5, 2025
Morning Canal Cruise - This was a fun experience for us. Jan was a great guide, easy-going and friendly on a cool historical boat. Provided lots of information about the city past and present, and had good insider info. Would happily do again!
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Robyn_b
May 5, 2025
This is the best canal cruise! - Excellent! Absolutely beautiful boat! Tony was our captain and could not have been any better. Took the early morning tour and it was fabulous! Highly recommend!
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Lorraine_f
May 5, 2025
Great time - Very personable and knowledgeable guide. It was great, cool boat and I would do it again. Took the morning cruise when Amsterdam was still quiet.
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Roam361589
May 4, 2025
Trip Highlight! - This was an amazing adventure. The vintage wood boat and no one else on the canals made it a trip highlight. The captain was so informed and entertaining and who does not love sugar bread! I loved that the it was a small group and we enjoyed all the other passengers as we mingled and laughed. I would strongly recommend the early morning cruise when there were no other cruise boats on the canals - there were totally unobstructed views of the beautiful architecture, canals and bridges.
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Shazsf
May 1, 2025
Wonderful way to spend a morning in Amsterdam - We had a wonderful time on this tour - our tour guide, Tony, was fantastic. He was incredibly knowledgeable, interesting, and engaging. My husband and I learned a lot about the history of Amsterdam, while enjoying a lively and engaging discussion with Tony and the other guests on the boat. It was really a great experience and a great way to see the city. The boat is cozy and comfortable, with lots of refreshments. I highly recommend this tour!
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Julie_s
Apr 30, 2025
Great canal trip - Really great canal trip. Friendly, informative and fun trip. Lots of tea/coffer/juice and cake which was a nice touch. Commentary was lively, funny and really good helpful tips on Amsterdam. Well recommended.
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Ott_k
Apr 30, 2025
Excellent cruise - We took a tour with Captain Okke on his first day out with this boat. We (including the kids 7&12) enjoyed our time a lot. Thanks and do recommend the quite personal experience.
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191julies191
Apr 29, 2025
Really recommend! - Really great tour. Our guide was interesting, funny and very informative and knowledgeable. Small group of people on board which was great. Really nice facilities - drinks/cake/toilets. Plenty of space to sit. A really pleasurable trip. Recommended.
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up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).