Amsterdam 90-min Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks
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Amsterdam 90-min Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks
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Ages 16-99
Duration: 1–2 hours
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Live guide: German, Portuguese, English, Dutch
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- Live commentary on board
- Eco-friendly sightseeing cruise
- Private Tour
- Local certified skipper
- Entry/Admission - Amsterdam Canal Ring
What's not included- Food and drinks (may be taken on-board)
- Start:
- Prinsengracht 375, 1016 DN Amsterdam, NetherlandsThe skipper will be at the waterside at the exact start time of your tour. You can recognise the boat by: White boat, Blue Roof, Turquoise blue seats, Heart logo on the side, Boat Name is Gordita.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- 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: 19891P6- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation in case of extreme weather. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Blankets and optional roof available
- Most travelers can participate
- 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: 19891P6
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- Prinsengracht 375, 1016 DN Amsterdam, NetherlandsThe skipper will be at the waterside at the exact start time of your tour. You can recognise the boat by: White boat, Blue Roof, Turquoise blue seats, Heart logo on the side, Boat Name is Gordita.
- 1All of our tours are optimised for the season, time of day and customer wishes. Our tours cover many of the standard highlights, as well as provide insight about the unique Amsterdam way of life.
About the operator
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- themadras0 contributionsThe best way to see Amsterdam & an amazing guideWe had a fantastic tour with Deep, he gave us some amazing historical information about Amsterdam. We had a glass of Prosecco & a couple of beers. It was so relaxing and a great way to see the city. Thanks Deep.Written August 30, 2024
- P6900LGnicoleb0 contributionsPrivate tours are the way to go!We had a lovely time on our private canal tour, the views were beautiful and our tour guide was very knowledgable. I really enjoyed how relaxed the tour was, as it felt more like having a chat with a friend over an overly scripted tour, I would highly recommend!Written July 25, 2024
- S7979XAjilla0 contributionsGreat canal cruise!Loved our canal cruise! Deep was great! We learned many things from him about Amsterdam, and he knew the answers to all of our questions! Highly recommend!Written July 23, 2024
- chrismT8293SA0 contributionsEnjoyable & Relaxing Experience!Papa did a great job of introducing my fiancé and I to the Amsterdam history with a unique canal tour. It was very interactive and we thoroughly enjoyed it!Written July 21, 2024
- mrsmedina0 contributionsBook your tour!We had an amazing time with Paap on our canal tour. He's such a knowledgable, engaging guide and was really fun to spend an hour and a half with. This tour is a perfect way to experience Amsterdam and to get to know a ton about the history and architecture of the city.Written July 17, 2024
- mita31030 contributionsFun private Amsterdam canal cruiseWe love it very much! Mr Paap took us to different parts of Amsterdam through different canals. We see the bustling city area and also the quiter part. We catch a glimpse of botanical garden, the zoo, the university… We see the dam and also the river. He told us story about how Amsterdam city grows, and practically everything that we asked him. Although it was stated that there will be no drink provided, but there are several kind of drinks provided for free. We were very satisfied with the cruise, and would recommend it to everyone.Written July 10, 2024
- djgregd0 contributionsOutstanding experienceOutstanding experience with a wonderful skipper. We learned so much and really enjoyed the canals. This is the second time we've cruised with this team and highly recommend it.Written July 6, 2024
- stefansZ3283VU0 contributionsSmooth ride with best skipperVery nice trip. Skipper knows his stuff and csn also kindly alternate route if you ask him! Very satisfied,not just me but full group of friends! Will definitely try again;)Written June 10, 2024
- U7692YVmikeb0 contributionsIntro to AmsterdamAmazing trip - Paping was knowledgeable, friendly and engaging. Learned a lot and had a great time. Would highly recommend.Written June 8, 2024
- 757iank0 contributionsBeautiful sunset cruiseSkipper Paap was friendly and accommodating during our cruise. He was very personable and taught us a lot of history about the area. I highly recommend him.Written May 13, 2024
- freecell20170 contributionsWorth it for the small boat and private tour!We had a great time on this private canal tour for our group of 6. It is definitely worth it to do a private small boat vs a large tour. In the end the price was the same. It is a beautiful way to see Amsterdam and they did a great job telling us around the area as we passed by certain sights. Highly recommend!Written May 5, 2024
- Lauren W0 contributionsWonderful sunset canal cruise with an amazing guide!We had the best time! He was a wonderful guide and the experience was incredible! He provided wine, played music and had heated seats in the boat. He had a covering for when if it rained and we stayed warm and comfortable the whole time! He took pictures of us together as well! He had interesting tidbits to tell us about the city, gave us great recommendations for things to do, and showed us some unique spots around the city. He even brought us back to our hotel via canal when the tour was over! Would have booked him for a second time if time had allowed for it on our trip!Written April 26, 2024
- GoPlaces406716934190 contributionsExcellent private tourWe loved the tour! It is an excellent way to explore the old town and the surrounding areas. We also got a nice bottle of white wine and some very interesting insights into the hidden gems of Amsterdam! Highly recommendedWritten April 25, 2024
- 729gillianl0 contributionsPerfect for the whole family!Loved this cruise. We had a family of 8- to Include grandparents and young children. We could bring on drinks and asked Pop as many questions as we wanted and took great pics. It was so perfect and since we had limited time in the city so hit the ground running. Fantastic location for lunch and dinner once you're done. Highly recommend!Written April 25, 2024
- cbjim0 contributionsEnjoyable & educational way to experience AmsterdamThis was our second trip with Rederij Paping. Both tours were outstanding. Pap is a class act - a very nice man who shares his deep knowledge in an engaging way. He is also priced very fairly. I look forward to a third chance to sail with him.Written April 18, 2024
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mary b
11 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
Our family enjoyed a wonderful tour with Mark!! Since this was a private tour, he let us choose our route. Mark shared so much information and answered our questions about the area as he maneuvered the boat around the canals.
I'd recommend this tour because it was a comfortable and personal way to see Amsterdam via the canals which is a must-do perspective!!
I'd recommend this tour because it was a comfortable and personal way to see Amsterdam via the canals which is a must-do perspective!!
Written June 22, 2022
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Jackson L
Ulm, Germany1 contribution
Apr 2023 • Couples
Really cool experience seeing the city through a different perspective. The skipper was very friendly and informative. There’s a plethora of picturesque scenery, not to mention all boats in the canals are electric. The soothing sound of water provides a calming atmosphere.
Written April 18, 2023
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Magnolia
Philadelphia, PA29 contributions
We had a great tour with Paap. He met us on time at our meeting spot. He accommodated for our young kids with a stop for a bathroom break, a route by the zoo so we could spot giraffee and zebras and stops to feed the ducks/swan which was the highlight for our kids. Paap was very knowledgeable and a great introduction to Amsterdam
Written July 19, 2024
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Thank you for your review! We're glad you had a great tour with Skipper Paap. And that he was able to accommodate your family with stops and provided a knowledgeable introduction to the city. We hope to see you again for more memorable canal experiences!
Written August 9, 2024
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H M
Region of Waterloo, Canada5 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
Mark our skipper was an incredible guide. So knowledgeable about the area and an amazing personality. He gave us the option on where we wanted to go for our allotted time, and made the experience so much more thrilling with stories and history of the specific areas. If you’re looking for a great first time experience in Amsterdam! I would highly recommend him and his wife Cynthia. Beautiful trip and even better people handling the boat. Calm and collected even with the busy water ways.
Written June 22, 2022
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That's great to hear. Thanks for sharing. And I'm really happy that you felt comfortable on the boat, even though it was busy on the canals. Mark and Cynthia indeed are a great skipper duo.
Written July 15, 2022
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Laura B
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We loved every moment of this 90 minute tour of Amsterdam’s canals. Our captain and guide,Paap(who lives and works on the waterways), was very informative and very easy to talk to. He told us about the history of the canals and how they operate now. He spoke about the architecture and history of the houses. All our questions were answered. Being the only group on board made it very personal and didn’t feel ‘touristy’. Also, being a small independent vessel meant that when there was a boat traffic jam Paap would steer us down an alternative canal. The varied route took us through the historic centre and into the dock area. The day we went was overcast but there were blankets on board and the experience did not suffer because of the weather. We felt very relaxed throughout.
We would absolutely recommend this tour.
We would absolutely recommend this tour.
Written April 8, 2023
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Ileana Trasobar... R
Herndon, VA74 contributions
We are really glad to have chosen this tour vs the many other party boats. We had a wonderful, informative 90 minute tour throughout the canals of Amsterdam. They were very accommodating when we rescheduled due to rain. They were great! We would highly recommend this tour!!!
Written May 9, 2023
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Amy
Austin, TX15 contributions
We thoroughly enjoyed our time on the canals with Skipper Paap. He was entertaining and informative and answered all our questions. We both leaned a great deal about the history of Amsterdam and its stunning architecture and infrastructure. Highly recommend!
Written June 30, 2023
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Alice
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Aug 2024 • Couples
absolutely amazing experience, we went at 8:30pm and it was so beautiful to see Amsterdam in the evening from the canal, our tour guide was lovely, accommodating, took photos of us and gave us drinks that were included, a range of soft drink, water and alcohol available. He answered all the questions we had and made it such a special evening, would highly recommend! definetly worth the price!!
Written August 8, 2024
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Thank you for your positive review! 😊 We're happy you enjoyed the evening canal tour and the beautiful views of Amsterdam. It's wonderful to hear our guide made it special with photos and drinks. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Best regards,
Carla
Written August 9, 2024
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Jeremy C
louisville ky23 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Paap was amazing! The boat was clean and he was very friendly. He was extremely informative, but also did not intrude on the fact that it was a romantic Canal tour. Overall, we highly recommend this experience. We felt like we left with another friend in Amsterdam!
He also gave us an amazing dinner recommendation!
He also gave us an amazing dinner recommendation!
Written August 8, 2023
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Clare F
London, UK1 contribution
Sadly we were waiting for the boat and literally got a call from a woman saying the boat wouldn’t start. :( One star feels a bit mean cos..
These things happen of course but was so disappointing as it was my birthday and the only thing we’d actually planned months ahead of our trip.
Just be warned in case of disappointment.
Mark who was our captain though sounded really nice via text on the way there and gave clear instructions etc.
Just not the best start to the day.
These things happen of course but was so disappointing as it was my birthday and the only thing we’d actually planned months ahead of our trip.
Just be warned in case of disappointment.
Mark who was our captain though sounded really nice via text on the way there and gave clear instructions etc.
Just not the best start to the day.
Written July 25, 2023
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Unfortunately because of circumstances beyond our control we were unable to do the tour.
Sadly the boat had a technically issue.
We fully realize that this is really disappointing for you and for us.
Unfortunately we were unable to reschedule on the same day. So we immediately refunded your fee.
Written July 26, 2023
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I am traveling alone. Can I sign up with other people for this boat tour? I’ll be in Amsterdam 7/28-7/31. I’ve done the large boat which is not very good and all enclosed.
Written June 14, 2022
Hello! We are interested in going on one of your tours during our honeymoon on July 23. Is this available, and if so, is it something we can bring bottles of wine onto? Thank you!
Written July 9, 2019
Yes we brought wine, cheese and crackers and it was lovely. Just do not bring glass wine glasses, he will provide cups.
Written July 9, 2019
Please suggest good restaurants near the departure point other than the Chinese one.
Thanks
Written September 18, 2018
We will be in Amsterdam in October and I suspect evenings can be cool on the canals. Is the boat open and should we expect to bundle up at that time of year?
Written September 12, 2018
Different boats have different layouts. Some are fully covered, some partly covered, some wide-open. It's wisest to ask before you book. Our boat was partly covered, but it was mid-June and a mild evening.The boat was basic and small, but the driver was a lifelong local, so he had many interesting stories to tell AND he picked us up and dropped us off at our hotel--an unexpected treat (because he had to pass by our hotel on the way to the pick-up spot).
Written September 13, 2018
on our boat. no. but they can stop at many places so you can go there. so no problem. we did not though. but we also didnt drink during the tour.
Written July 5, 2018
In order to make sure to get a seat, how far in advance should we book? We are coming to Amsterdam from May 30-June 2. Can we book "the day of" or should we book before hand?
Thank you in advance.
Written May 6, 2018
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