In a boat holding 10 people, each of us with our drink/smoke/food of choice, we buzzed along small canals lined with flower laden houseboats, tiny patios, and fabulous architecture. The pilot asked us what we would like to see and, because the boat is so small, we had more flexibility. This is by far the best way to cruise the... more

This is by far the best way to see the Amsterdam Canals. We did also did another canal tour (one of the very touristy, commercial ones) and I can't say how much better the St Nicolass Boat Club boat trip was. The tour guide was very informative and the boat was able to go under bridges that the other tours... more

Amsterdam's canals are the best and most unique feature. Venice of the North? forget it. Venice is the Amstedam of the South. Normal tour boats are exactly what you think, but nothing special. St, Nicolaas runs 12 person open-air boats that are much more fun. Captains know a lot about Amsterdam and aren't like the big boats where they press... more