Amsterdam Canal Tour by Open Boat – 90 min Small Group Experience

90-Minute Small Group Canal Cruise – Discover Amsterdam from the Water Escape the bustle of the city streets and experience Amsterdam from its most beautiful vantage point – the water. Join us for a 90-minute canal cruise in a small group and enjoy a relaxed, intimate journey through the city's iconic canals and hidden gems. Your local captain and guide will share fascinating stories and fun facts as you glide past historic landmarks, charming bridges, and picturesque neighborhoods. We’ll explore not only the famous waterways but also quieter, lesser-known canals that reveal the city's peaceful side. Our boat is a modern, electric, and open vessel, offering cushioned seating and a cozy, eco-friendly way to enjoy the views. With a maximum of 12 guests, you’re guaranteed a personal and comfortable experience. Drinks are available for purchase, and you're also welcome to bring your own snacks and beverages. Don’t miss the chance to see Amsterdam from this unforgettable perspective

Itinerary

1. We explore the city side of the Amstel River, here we'll show you the famous dancing houses and tell you all about our leaning buildings
2. Beautiful small Amsterdam with unique views
3. We cruise by the beautiful and iconic Munt Tower
4. we'll cruise cruise through this tiny canal is the southern border of De Wallen, the red light district. Here'll also see the striking building The Huis aan de Drie Grachten (House on the Three Canals)
5. We'll cruise pass the iconic Zuiderkerk and also see the famous dancing house
6. We'll cruise down the Oudezijds Voorburgwal where you'll see sights like the old Church and the ladies behind the red lights. Your guide will tell you about the history of one of the oldest areas of Amsterdam.
7. we'll see Amsterdam oldest church
8. We continue through the Kolksluis (Kolk Sluice), one of Amsterdam’s oldest locks still in function dating from the Middle Ages. Here you'll also see a some old traditional warehouses from 17th and 18th century.
9. We cruise along this beautiful stretch of canal that used to be the city's old boundary. The Geldersekade canal weave a tapestry of contrasts and culture, linking the historic Nieuwmarkt to the bustling Prins Hendrikkade. Flowing through the eastern edge of De Wallen, the red light district, and bordering Chinatown, it epitomizes the city's dynamic spirit.
10. We'll see the beautiful de Waag, a 15th-century structure situated on Nieuwmarkt square in Amsterdam. It began as a city gate integrated into the city walls. Over the centuries, its versatile role evolved, encompassing functions as diverse as a guildhall, museum, fire station, and even an anatomical theatre.
11. We'll cruise through this cozy and tiny canal
12. Your guide will tell you all about this defence medieval tower
13. The V.O.C. ship The Amsterdam was an 18th-century cargo ship of the Dutch East India Company.
14. We cruise around this beautiful piece of modern architecture
15. Enjoy the tranquil edges of Amsterdam's oldest park as we glide by
16. We cruise along the nieuwe Herengracht and cruise past the peaceful and green Botanical Gardens
17. We cruise over part of the Herengracht, which means gentleman canal. Here you can find the most expensive canal houses of the canal belt.
18. Experience the picturesque Reguliersgracht better known as the “Seven Bridges Canal”, with one of the city's most stunning views, which can only be truly appreciated from the water.
19. we'll cruise down the Prinsen canal where we get a chance to see a lot of different house boats and canal houses
20. We end back on the Amstel river, and go under the most famous bridge of Amsterdam the skinny bridge. One of the few wooden bridges left in Amsterdam.

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