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Private Guided Historic Amsterdam Canal Cruise in a Salon Boat
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Private Guided Historic Amsterdam Canal Cruise in a Salon Boat

By Rederij De Jordaan
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Duration: 2h
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Live guide: German, English, Dutch
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  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Local taxes
  • Driver/guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Local guide
  • Private tour
What's not included
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Gratuities


Start:
  • Prinsengracht 377, 1016 DN Amsterdam, Netherlands
    wherever we agree to (can be your hotel on the waterside in Amsterdam centre); alternative is my regular starting point at cafe Van Puffelen, Prinsengracht 377
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 8658P2

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
    • A maximum of 8 people per booking
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Hotel "pick-up", in centre of Amsterdam only, and I will dock the boat as close to your hotel as possible, you yourself have to come to the agreed canal / waterside boarding point yourself to board the historic salonboat.
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 8658P2

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    • Prinsengracht 377, 1016 DN Amsterdam, Netherlands
      wherever we agree to (can be your hotel on the waterside in Amsterdam centre); alternative is my regular starting point at cafe Van Puffelen, Prinsengracht 377
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    • Rederij De Jordaan
      28
      The Netherlands
      Joined in May 2015
    • 250arleneh
      0 contributions
      1.0 of 5 bubbles
      Don't book this tour. They cancel at the last minute.
      I booked this private boat tour back in May. Two days before the scheduled boat ride, they sent a message through Viator that they can't do the tour because it's more important for them to go watch a soccer match than to honor the booking. They basically said they can cancel anytime within 24 hours and told us to go try to find a last-minute boat tour elsewhere. Horrible customer service. "There is 100’s of other Amsterdam boat tours on Viator" - is what they texted us. Save yourself the trouble and don't book with this tour operator.
      Written July 8, 2024
    • LindsCC777
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Delightful cruise along the canals
      Booked the private champagne cruise for a mothers and daughters treat. We had such a great time with our captain, Brian, who took us along the canals. It was a leisurely, informative and fun trip. A memorable experience.
      Written May 27, 2023
    • marn1105
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A must do!
      This was the highlight of our trip. We had so many drink and food options that were all included. The skipper was so knowledgeable and helpful and funny. We had the best time!
      Written April 18, 2023
    • JBarclayPhx
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      The Perfect Overview of Amsterdam
      The single most memorable part of our trip to Amsterdam and the most quaint, elegant and impressive way to see the City! This is a must-do activity if you are able. My fiancé and I spent an amazing afternoon touring the canals on the vintage yacht, enjoying a gourmet lunch and champagne while listening to the history and anecdotes shared by the charismatic captain. Not only did we have an amazing day, but we left armed with restaurant and activity recommendations from the captain - which only improved the rest of our trip. Enjoy!!!!!!!
      Written July 25, 2021
    • DHedg
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Experience!
      It was such an enjoyable experience to have a private canal tour. The captain was knowledgeable and very pleasant. Definitely worth the money!
      Written November 11, 2019
    • tlwhitmore
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      PrivateDinner Canal Tour
      A good friend recommended this boat tour to us. Captain Reinhard was an excellent host. The food was amazing. The tour was just as amazing. The skipper gave us an indepth tour and is very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend anyone travelling to Amsterdam to book on this boat tour. We loved it!
      Written August 22, 2019
    • OffTheBeatenPath_1
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Definitely Worth It
      We had a wonderful two hour excursion with two friends and found it was just enough space for the four of us to enjoy views from the canals. We booked from 6:30 to 8:30 and then went to dinner after that. The cruise included snacks (fabulous cheese, strawberries and chocolate, and nuts) and there were some great choices for wine and cocktails as well. We would highly recommend this tour over the large tour boats where are you will be one of 40+ being crammed into long boats seemingly with no ability to move. Two of us like to take photographs and we both have the ability to take many great shots which I don’t think we would’ve been able to do on the larger canal boat cruise tours.
      Written April 18, 2019
    • rooferman7383
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic!
      I can say that this was definitely a highlight of our trip. Captain Rienhard was excellent and knowledgeable. He went out of his way to make out trip memorable and we will be forever grateful! The boat was beautiful and the champagne was cold!!! I highly recommend booking with this company. Very classy and friendly service from start to finish. I will be booking again when we return. Thanks for the great tour!!
      Written June 21, 2018
    • Alex_notsouthyardley
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Thankyou for making my proposal so special!
      Amazing boat, beautifully renovated. Great tour of the city from a very friendly skipper! Food and wine was excellent. Thankyou so much. Alex & Alice
      Written April 19, 2017
    • Hadlet
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Enchanting way to see Amsterdam
      We were celebrating a special occasion, and this canal boat tour was an enchanting way to glide around Amsterdam. This wooden boat from them 1930s is really beautiful and impeccably maintained. It has an electric motor, so very quiet. 8 of us fit very comfortably, but the boat could handle more people, and a smaller group would also work well. Captain Reinhard was very accommodating, very pleasant, a good tour guide and made this such a special event. Snacks and drinks were perfect for the occasion. This was a laid back, relaxing, very special cruise. Highly highly recommended.
      Written March 22, 2017
    • Familytraveller79
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Private tour as part of family trip
      Utterly brilliant service! Loved every minute of our tour. Thanks for making it so special for us all. We had cheese, tomatoes, strawberries, chocolate, prosecco and nuts! Bliss, comfy and chilled x
      Written March 4, 2017
    • Mike L
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highlight of our Amsterdam trip!
      Wanted the opposite of a 'tour bus on the water' experience, and this was absolutely it! Reinhard greeted us at our hotel, and was our cultured, humourous, and agreeable Captain for our 2hr private salon boat tour of Amsterdam's canals. The conversation flowed as freely as the wine and snacks as Reinhard was at times informative and engaging, or otherwise quietly discreet when we wanted 'family' (picture) moments. The 1930's boat itself is polished, immaculate, and cozy, yet even has an appointment for 'rest' stops on a longer tour. Cannot recommend highly enough!
      Written August 2, 2016
    • sss427
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Perfect family night on the canal
      Our guide at We Bike Amsterdam recommended Reinhard for a private boat excursion on the canals, and he did not disappoint. We were on the Welmoed and the boat was perfect for our multi-generational family of 10. We had two small children, ages 2 and 4, and Reinhard had life jackets that fit them. Our tour lasted 1.5 hours and we rode on the small canals and the bigger Amstel River. Everyone, age 2 to 70, had a wonderful time.
      Written June 17, 2016
    • petite46
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      One of the highlights of our trip!!
      We were a party of 5 (husband, self & 3 adult children) and we absolutely loved our private canal cruise!! It was a bit pricier than the typical group cruises but I am so glad we splurged. I had read reviews of others who had trouble finding the boat they were booked on so being picked up at the dock of our hotel was a fun, stress free experience. The Captain was great in communicating during the reservation process and even that evening to confirm pick up. We were picked up at 8:30pm which was perfect, still light out so we could see, and returning at 10 gave us the opportunity to see the city lit with lights as well. I'm not a fan of audio guides, we prefer a personal experience and like to ask questions so this was perfect for us. We brought our own champagne on board and there were Strawberries, chocolates and snacks waiting for us. Reinhard was a wonderful guide, very informative and I would highly recommend his cruise!!
      Written May 30, 2016
    • Julie G
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      The highlight of our Amsterdam trip!
      My friends booked us a 90 minute private canal cruise with drinks for my hen do, and we had such a fantastic experience! The boat was very easy to find and in a good location, right near the cheese museum. The staff were prompt and friendly and our Captain, Beno, was brilliant fun. They provided plenty of prosecco, water, wine and soft drinks for us and we absolutely loved chilling on the boat whilst viewing the lovely scenery of Amsterdam from the canals. Overall it was a brilliant excursion and I wanted it to last longer! I would definitely recommend this company to provide a boat trip for you and will definitely be booking again on our return to Amsterdam! Thank you for a great experience!
      Written April 11, 2016
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    medeaNYC
    Brooklyn, NY19 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2018 • Couples
    My husband and I booked a private evening tour for ourselves and our siblings, and we all agreed it was the highlight of our week in Amsterdam. Our captain, Brian, was fantastic and very knowledgeable about the history of the city. The boat is beautiful and the snacks/drinks were a nice treat. Highly recommend!
    Written April 29, 2018
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    mnot
    Melbourne, Australia20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2017 • Family
    We had a great time in Welmoed touring the Amsterdam Light Festival; the boat is immaculate and beautiful, the food and drinks were great, and Reinhard makes a wonderful host. Highly recommended!
    Written December 31, 2017
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    snawfloke
    Dallas2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2023 • Family
    Beautiful boat! Friendly captain! We thoroughly enjoyed riding in this beautifully restored teak boat.
    Written July 2, 2023
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    Gaetan M
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2023
    Charming boat with a fantastic captain/tour guide. One of the highlights of our time in Amsterdam. Communication was excellent and the captain was extremely accommodating.
    Written April 16, 2023
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    Richard W
    55 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Reinhardt is a well educated and interesting guide, and a skilled skipper! He took good care of us, custom pick-up and drop off. Come willing to eat and drink!
    Written April 2, 2023
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