Amsterdam Canal Ring (Grachtengordel) Tours and Activities

The best way to explore the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring is indisputably by boat. Get a different perspective of the Dutch capital while avoiding the crowds on land during this relaxing canal cruise that, unlike other similar tours, includes unlimited Heineken beer, wine, and soft drinks for a budget-friendly price. Plus, several departure times throughout the day mean you can slot the cruise into almost any schedule.

Exploring Amsterdam’s history by bike gives you a chance to cover much more ground than you would on foot. This private bike tour is an ideal choice for those who want to orient themselves to the city. Customize your tour to the sights on your itinerary, or let your guide choose the highlights. Bike at a relaxing pace and enjoy a personalized tour.

Explore the canals of Amsterdam on a boat cruise that takes you past the top landmarks in this beautiful city. Hear informative commentary from the captain during your tour, which can be customized to your interests. Soak in the sights and charms of the canals while learning about the Dutch capital’s history and modern-day attractions. This relaxing tour provides a perfect introduction to Amsterdam and gives you tips on places to visit later on your own, plus it is longer than most canal tours of the same nature.

From the peaceful atmosphere of a luxury, glass-enclosed boat, enjoy the highlights of Amsterdam along its UNESCO-listed canals during this cruise. Hear narrated commentary on the sites along the way, including the Anne Frank House, the Golden Bend, the National Maritime Museum, and the Skinny Bridge. With a variety of departure times available, this picturesque and comprehensive overview by water is easy to fit into your day of sightseeing.

Cruise Amsterdam’s scenic canals in a fully electric boat, while your hosts give you a glimpse into modern Dutch life. Enjoy an open bar with local goodies like craft beer, wines, and nonalcoholic beverages. A snack platter with fruit, cheese, cookies, and sausages is also provided. This peaceful, scenic cruise is a great choice for first-time visitors and those who want to escape the crowds on land.

Do you want to experience Amsterdam in a more authentic way? Step aboard on our beautiful large luxury sloop with enough space for everyone and discover the city like a real explorer. We’ll welcome you on our stylish, electric sloop with unlimited drinks and delicious Dutch snacks and we will also stop at one of Amsterdams best boat catering to pick up real Amsterdam 'bitterballen'. So lean back, relax en listen to our amazing stories about the secrets of Amsterdam. During our tour there is always a lot of interaction between the guests and our captain, because we always have a maximum of 12 guests aboard. This guarantees you a personal and amazing experience in the historical city of Amsterdam. You will cherish memories that you won't forget. Of course children are welcome! Did you know that in 2019 Amsterdam experience cruise became one of the most popular and best reviewed Airbnb experiences? We are currently number 3 in the world with the most positive reviews and bookings

Relax after a busy day of sightseeing on an evening cruise of Amsterdam’s historic canals. Take in views of the historic waterways by night, travelling through areas including the UNESCO-listed Canal District and De Wallen, and benefit from a customizable itinerary according to the group’s interests. Gain insight into the landmarks and routes from you local skipper, and choose a tour time that suits your schedule.

Instead ion siring in one of the hundreds of boats that go though town all day long seeding time on a paddle board and experiencing this beautiful city is much more fun. And also a great workout in the meanwhile!

We are Sebi Boat Tours, two true Amsterdammers who want to share their love for this beautiful city. With our 100% electric boat which is open on sunny days and closed on rainy and windy days and has a toilet, we will provide a 2 hour intimate canal tour. We will pass all the highlights Amsterdam has to offer including the world famous canal belt, The Jordaan, The red light district, the river Amstel, the maritime area and places, where big tour boats cannot go. On the way we will make a stop at Amsterdam's best boat caterer, childhood friends of ours, to pick up some traditional Dutch snacks while you enjoy a wide variety of complementary drinks. All this while Captain Sebi will pass on his years of knowledge of the city and canals, on current events and Amsterdam people in Dutch, English and German!

The combination of foot, bike, car and bus traffic on the cobblestone streets of Amsterdam can be overwhelming, so experience Amsterdam in peace from the water. Experience the city’s waterways from a unique vantage point on this canal tour while a local guide gives you insight on the history and architecture of this beautiful city. Get a great price when you book this cruise online.

This is a private tour. Get your phone charged & ready to capture the beauty of Amsterdam together with a world renowned Instagrammer (Phil). SEE: Together you'll discover the best spots & hidden gems of the city. SHOOT: You'll learn tips and tricks on how to take beautiful photos with your phone. SHARE: Learn some cool Instagram hacks that will have your account buzzing.

Cruising the canals of Amsterdam is a must for first-time visitors to the city. This family-friendly cruise provides a personalized experience with a small boat and a maximum of 20 passengers on-board. Get to know each other as you sip drinks, tuck into snacks, and enjoy entertaining commentary from Captain Jack. Cruise around the UNESCO-listed canal ring, spot landmarks including the Rijksmuseum and the Anne Frank House, and hear fun facts and stories about Amsterdam as you discover the city.

Experience the best of Holland your way on a custom 7-hour sightseeing tour. Convenient and comfortable transportation takes you from your Amsterdam hotel to the country’s most popular and lesser-known points of interest. You decide what to see and set the pace on your private adventure. Visit Durgerdam, Volendam, Edam, and more. Get a closer look at Dutch cultural icons such as windmills, cheese, tulips, and dikes. It's up to you!

Enjoy the historic canals of the capital. On a beautiful open electric boat. Enough space and equipped with all comforts. With an experienced captain as your guide. He really knows how to tell you everything about this beautiful city. This boat trip is one of the most popular in Amsterdam. Sail along and experience why. - open canal boat with comfortable cushions - small groups and an intimate setting - sail past places where the large tour boats do not come - unique experience from the water

On our shared cruise, you’ll get the opportunity to fully experience the beauty of Amsterdam! The cruise lasts 60 minutes, and sails around the Amsterdam Canals. There are options to include beer, wine and soft drink for the entirety of the cruise. There are different departure times every day. Onboard the luxury boat is in case of rain covered and their is always a hostess which can tell you about all the beauty along the Amsterdam Canals Experience the Amsterdam Canals in the best way possible and book a ticket on the shared cruise with us!

Celebrate the holiday season in true Dutch fashion with a private Christmas tour of Amsterdam led by a spirited local. On a customized itinerary made just for your group, join in the fun at ice rinks, sip mulled wine and hot chocolate, shop for unique gifts at a Christmas market, nibble seasonal treats, and soak up the charm of canals illuminated by the annual Amsterdam Light Festival. It's a personalized way to create your own holiday traditions in one of Europe's most festive capitals.

Ideal for first-time visitors, this private 1-hour rickshaw tour showcases more of Amsterdam’s highlights in less time. With your driver-guide leading the way, you’ll travel along Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals, explore the grandiose Museumplein, and admire the dynamic architecture of Concertgebouw. See, too, the picturesque Jordaan district, home to the Anne Frank House, and reflect on Amsterdam’s history at the National Holocaust Memorial. This private tour is limited to two travelers.

Choose your own adventure on this fully customizable private tour of the Netherlands. Choose from a list of top destinations; pick three that interest you the most to build your itinerary. Travel in a luxury minivan with your private group, which makes it easy to get between sites. Your guide will provide insightful commentary and answer any questions.

Remember Amsterdam with beautiful, personal portraits on the streets of this amazing city. Phil Yisrael is an experienced professional photographer and universally recognized instagrammer with over 50 thousand followers admiring his work. Phil will work with you to make sure the portraits reflect your style and personality.

This is the perfect experience for solo-travelers, families, couples & groups of friends! We start the experience by meeting in the center of Amsterdam in one of the prettiest neighborhoods in the city. We will stroll through picturesque canals and bridges where I'll take you to the best photography spots to capture the most unforgettable memories. You will see the places that made me fall in love with the city. I can help guide you through poses throughout the entire session so you can relax and enjoy the experience. We first meet for a complimentary tea or coffee where we can chat and get to know each other. I talk you through the next hour and a half and the layout of the day. I can share with you my mood board so you can have a good idea of how the day will look. At each location, I will guide you through how to pose to get natural, stunning photos. You can also personalize this Photo-Shoot. You will get your copies in drive, Also the RAW files in case if you need.

Our unique tour offers specialty Dutch wines and cheeses hosted by a professional, Dutch bilingual guide with a vast knowledge of Dutch wine & cheese. This relaxed tour takes you through Amsterdam's historic canals on a traditional and intimate "salon boat" with no more than 12 guests. The award-winning Dutch wines are professionally paired with a selection of unique Dutch cheeses which are not widely known nor exported - only available in specialty cheese shops and the farmers who produce them. We aim at serving our guests only the best. Larger groups on larger boats can be booked on request. Ideal for corporate outings or a large group of friends. Contact us for further details and pricing.

Beerbike tours with a beerboat in Amsterdam in a combi deal, yes that makes it easy ! Get on board of one of our precious boats and cruise down the famous canals of Amsterdam while you enjoy unlimited Heineken Beer! During this 90 minutes cruise our skipper will show you the best views of Amsterdam and you can even request to go somewhere! After this relaxing cruise you will get to the other location to get started with your second activity, the BeerBike Experience! The BeerBike experience takes 75 minutes and includes 20L of Heineken draft beer for your group. Our sober driver will ride the bike and he's a real local you can have a good laugh with! Besides, all our bikes are provided with pedal assistance and a canopy against the possible rain. Have a great stay and book now!

AMSTERDAM CITY & COUNTRYSIDE DAY TOUR This is a mixed tour between Amsterdam and the Countryside tour, visiting two UNESCO World Heritage sites and a windmill in one day ! Perfect if you want to have an overall experience of this beautiful part of the Netherlands. A good combination between the exhilarating energy of the city and the tranquil atmosphere of the country. City tour; In a few hours we will show you by car the highlights of the city of Amsterdam. Of course, we’ll start by driving through the famous Canal Belt, added as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2010. Countryside Tour; After this, we will continue and show you another UNESCO World Heritage site, a typical Dutch polder called "the Beemster" which was the first ever reclaimed polder in the country. During a stroll over the ring dyke you have a perfect view of the extraordinary structure of the polder and the enormous difference in water level with the surrounding area.

Embark on a quest around Amsterdam by solving clues to find a lost treasure in the Red Light District, all on your smartphone. Unlock new stories as you discover on your own the Amsterdam Old Town, Rembrandt House, Oude Kerk, Amsterdam Canals, and more. + Discover popular and lesser-known places in Amsterdam + Visit the places where Rembrandt used to hang out + Find out fascinating stories and legends about Dutch sailors + Discover a secret church in the Red Light District Each clue will lead you from one place to another, giving you precise directions, so you won’t need a map, a GPS or a guide. When you solve it and guess the answer, the secret story of that place is unlocked. After you buy the quest, you will receive an access code that you can use in the app for unlocking the game. It will take you 1-2 hours to complete, but there’s no time limit, you can finish it at your own pace.