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The 15 Luxury Cruises in the Netherlands That Earn the Upgrade

26 tours  ·  from $15 a head

The good luxury cruises in the Netherlands run small and fill early. Below: the 15 to book ahead, what each includes and where they differ.

Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option - Anne Frank House and Westerkerk
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Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option

1.Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30,518 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $18Our pick

Spend about an hour cruising Amsterdam’s canals aboard a small electric boat, with live commentary from guides such as Sophia, Arnoud, or Franz. You’ll pass Jordaan, the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Magere Brug, and the Bridge of 15 Bridges. Choose the drinks and bites option carefully, since inclusions can vary by departure.

“Do not book this option! Book the one titled “unlimited drinks and cheese”, which is roughly the same price. The “bites” are a package of stroopwaffles or a bag of pretzels. We had to ask two guides for our bite and they only gave it to us once we docked. Highly recommend not doing this package, and instead booking the package with cheese. Not at all worth the 70€ for two people. It’s very confusing and annoying. Tour guides were good guys overall though!”

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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle - Choosing between the standard ride and open bar
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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

2.Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,935 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $21

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals for about an hour aboard a stylish open saloon boat, with live commentary from the captain and host. You’ll pass the Old Church, Central Station, Amstel River, Skinny Bridge, and hidden canals. Drinks are available from the bar, though inclusions can vary, so check whether cocktails or a waffle are part of your booking.

“A beautiful way to see Amsterdam! Be aware that the title of this activity might be a bit misleading…all of the alcohol was cash bar. The drinks were very reasonable, but the title made it sound like a “welcome “ drink was included in the price. Nonetheless, it was a very enjoyable way to spend the evening!”

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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle - Choosing between the standard ride and open bar
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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

3.Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,393 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Spend one hour on Amsterdam’s canals aboard a cozy open or covered saloon boat. You’ll receive a welcome cocktail and Dutch waffle, with optional unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, cocktails, prosecco, and cheese. English-speaking guides such as Janine and Nuno bring the city’s landmarks and stories to life.

“We had a beautifully informed tour of Amsterdam’s canals. Drinks were lovely and so was our waffle! Yoth and Nuno were very informative and offered great service! Definitely recommend!”

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Amsterdam: Saloon Boat Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bite option - The canal ring and the Golden Age plan
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Amsterdam: Saloon Boat Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bite option

4.Saloon Boat Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bite option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,629 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $22

Spend about an hour gliding through Amsterdam’s canal ring with a local skipper and live guide. You’ll pass the Amstel, Zuiderkerk, Stopera, Drunken Houses, and UNESCO-listed canals. Choose a standard ticket with drinks for purchase or an unlimited package covering beer, wine, and soft drinks, not cocktails.

“The tour operator was knowledgeable, friendly, flexible to our needs, and a lot of fun! I’d take the tour again and highly recommend it.”

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Discover Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise with a Local Skipper - Setting out from the IJ River near This is Holland
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Discover Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise with a Local Skipper

5.Discover Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise with a Local Skipper

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,377 reviews · 75 minutes - 3 hours · from $15Best value

See Amsterdam from a covered electric canal boat, with live English or Dutch commentary from your captain and optional audio guides in six languages. The 75-minute route passes the Anne Frank House, Westerkerk, Skinny Bridge, Seven Bridges, the Amstel, and historic canal houses. Expect heated seating, tables, a toilet, and drinks for purchase.

“Really worth, I really encourage everyone to go on this tour. Plus Alex is a really nice fella, really good captain”

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Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Canal Cruise with Live Guide - Choosing between the open boat and classic saloon
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Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Canal Cruise with Live Guide

6.Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Canal Cruise with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 806 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $22

Spend about an hour aboard a classic saloon or open boat, depending on the weather, with a live English-speaking guide and unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. You’ll pass the Amstel, Southern Church, Stopera, Seven Bridges, and Golden Bend. Guides such as Anton bring humor and useful city tips, while departure times run from morning to after dark.

“Honestly didn't think it was worth it. Usually tours like these are fun and engaging. But this experience was dry. Also unlimited drinks only include beer, wine, and Prosecco.”

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Amsterdam: Luxury Boat Cruise Unlimited Cocktails, Beers & Wines - What the one-hour route shows you
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Amsterdam: Luxury Boat Cruise Unlimited Cocktails, Beers & Wines

7.Luxury Boat Cruise Unlimited Cocktails, Beers & Wines

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 514 reviews · from $34

Board behind the Krasnapolsky hotel on Dam Square for a one-hour electric canal cruise with a welcome cocktail, open bar, Dutch cheese, and live commentary. Crews such as Max, Lena, Ed, Diarmaid, Sven, and Nina have led recent departures. The covered boat, cushions, and blankets help in cool or rainy weather, though service and snacks can vary.

“Amazing time! It was a rainy day but yet the boat ride was still so much fun! The bartender and captain did a great job with giving facts about Amsterdam and also keeping our drinks filled!”

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Amsterdam: 2-Hour Luxury Canal Cruise with Snacks & Drinks - From Prinsengracht to the Anne Frank House area
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Amsterdam: 2-Hour Luxury Canal Cruise with Snacks & Drinks

8.2-Hour Luxury Canal Cruise with Snacks & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 344 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Spend two hours on a small canal boat with an English-speaking local skipper such as Sven, Rob, Cas, or Lukas. The route links Amsterdam’s Canal Belt, Amstel River, Oosterdock, and historic bridges. Expect Dutch snacks, blankets, open-air views, and drinks if you choose the all-inclusive option.

“Cruise was excellent! It was longer than what is typically offered and worth it. The guides were excellent providing both a historical perspective as well as answering many questions along the way.”

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Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise with Historic VR Experience - What the 75-Minute Boat Ride Feels Like
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Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise with Historic VR Experience

9.Luxury Canal Cruise with Historic VR Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 305 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $51

Start near Leiden Square for a 75-minute cruise in a luxury enclosed boat. An English or Dutch audio tour covers Amsterdam’s sights, while seven VR animations let you see parts of the city in its 17th-century form. You’ll also receive one drink and help with the headset.

“This was really cool! Unique to see today's Amsterdam and how it looked in the past. It’s something I always dreamed of experiencing in other cities.. :D”

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Discover Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise with a Local Skipper - Setting out from the IJ River near This is Holland
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Discover Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise with a Local Skipper

10.Discover Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise with a Local Skipper

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 216 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $16

Take a 75-minute cruise from Amsterdam Noord across the IJ, along the Amstel, and through the central canals. A local skipper provides live commentary, with audio support and drinks available onboard. You will pass the Anne Frank House, Skinny Bridge, historic canal houses, and major city sights. Reach the boat by the free F3 ferry from Central Station.

“We had a wonderful experience. This is great for anyone. Relaxing and informative a great way to see the city.”

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Amsterdam: Luxury Light Festival Cruise Unlimited Drinks Included - The boat, windows, and the important comfort warning
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Amsterdam: Luxury Light Festival Cruise Unlimited Drinks Included

11.Luxury Light Festival Cruise Unlimited Drinks Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 213 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $44

Cruise Amsterdam’s Light Festival from Oudezijds Voorburgwal for about 60 to 90 minutes. Your crew explains the light artworks and canal sights while you ride in a covered boat with large windows, blankets, and drinks. Boat design and weather protection can vary, so check the setup before booking for a cold or rainy night.

“This was a really good experience. The guides and captain were awesome and very knowledgable. However, it was rainy and cold and there was no heat at all. The boat is partially open. That took away from the experience in my opinion. I think this needs to be clearly stated when booking.”

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Amsterdam Luxury Boutique Boat tour with Unlimited Beer and Wine - Seeing De Wallen from the canal
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Amsterdam Luxury Boutique Boat tour with Unlimited Beer and Wine

12.Amsterdam Luxury Boutique Boat tour with Unlimited Beer and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 156 reviews · 40 to 45 minutes (approx.) · from $18

See Amsterdam from the water on a short guided boat ride through De Wallen and the old canal belt. You’ll pass Oude Kerk, Rembrandt’s former home, and the Skinny Bridge. Beer, wine, and soft drinks are available, but the open bar costs an additional €10 to €15 and may be required, so confirm the final price before boarding.

“L'accueil était sympa mais il faut sois-même se débrouiller pour accéder au bateau. Des fils d’attente pour des compagnies concurrentes au même moment et au même endroit. Le guide n’a quasiment pas parlé du trajet à part 3-4 anecdotes ici et là. Ne parlait pas très bien anglais et ne racontait rien d’extraordinaire. Était très souvent sur son téléphone et ne semblait pas se soucier de ce qui se passait autour.”

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Amsterdam Light Festival: Canal Cruise + Snack & Unlimited Drinks - What the 75-minute route is like
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Amsterdam Light Festival: Canal Cruise + Snack & Unlimited Drinks

13.Amsterdam Light Festival: Canal Cruise + Snack & Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 128 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $47

Cruise Amsterdam’s Light Festival for 75 minutes aboard a covered Flying Dutch Boat, with a local skipper and live guide. You’ll pass more than 20 festival artworks while learning about the canals. Choose a basic drink option or unlimited beer, wine, mulled wine, and soft drinks, with a small bite or stroopwafel included on selected tickets.

“Canal trip was good, light festive is not very few. Boat was full. Boat captain and guid were knowledgeable. Day trip would give you better idea about canal.”

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Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise with Historic VR Experience - What the 75-Minute Boat Ride Feels Like
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Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise with Historic VR Experience

14.Luxury Canal Cruise with Historic VR Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 31 reviews · 1h 15m · from $50

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals for 75 minutes aboard a warm, enclosed boat while an English or Dutch audiotour explains the sights. At seven locations, a 15-minute VR program recreates Amsterdam 400 years ago, from elite homes to shipyards and city walls. One drink is included.

“Het was een geweldige ervaring, heel bijzonder, alleen jammer dat de host teveel in het Engels uitlegde. Beter zowel in Engels als in Nederlands vertellen.”

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Giethoorn : Luxury Private open boat tour with local captain - Starting at Zuiderpad 14A
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Giethoorn : Luxury Private open boat tour with local captain

15.Giethoorn : Luxury Private open boat tour with local captain

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 31 reviews · 1 - 6 hours

Meet at Zuiderpad 14A, two minutes from the Holland Venetië bus stop. Your private group of up to four boards a new open-roof boat with soft cushions and ambient lighting. A local captain takes you through Giethoorn’s narrow canals and onto the lake. Choose a one, two, or three-hour route, with Dutch, German, or English service available.

“De reis was erg plezierig en stipt op tijd. De kapitein was erg aardig en zijn boot was makkelijk te besturen.”

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