A private boat, a local skipper, and Amsterdam at it's most peaceful.

Two Hours to Drift
Through Amsterdam

Private. Unhurried. Drinks included. Always cosy.

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2-Hour Private Canal Tour

Step aboard for a deeper journey through Amsterdam. On a private two-hour canal cruise, the city opens up slowly from the water, away from the crowds and noise.

With more time on the canals, there’s space to truly settle in. You’ll glide through quiet waterways that larger boats can’t reach, linger where it feels right, and enjoy the simple rhythm of the city passing by.

Stories are shared when you feel like it. Silence is welcome too. Nothing is rushed or scripted.

Your skipper hosts like a local friend, offering a warm welcome and gentle guidance along the way. The experience adapts naturally to your pace, your company, and the moment.

A private experience, shaped around you

This two-hour tour is ideal when you want time and freedom. Whether you’re sailing with family, friends, colleagues, or someone special, the boat is exclusively yours.

Perfect for couples seeking a relaxed, intimate experience, or for small groups who want to explore more of the city in comfort and privacy. With two hours on the water, you’re free to slow down, explore further, and enjoy Amsterdam in a way that feels personal and unhurried.

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Why This is Perfect For You

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"Deixe os canais de Amsterdã criarem o cenário para a sua história—íntima, inesquecível e unicamente sua."

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Perfect For

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Couples who want to truly slow down

Two hours on the water gives you the space to relax, talk, sit in silence, and let the city drift by. Ideal for anniversaries, honeymoons, or simply spending unhurried time together.

Repeat visitors & slow travellers

For those who’ve seen Amsterdam before and don’t need the highlights again. This tour is about going deeper, exploring quieter canals, and experiencing the city at a gentle pace.

90 minute tour guests

Families & close-knit groups

Especially when different ages are on board. The extra time allows everyone to settle in comfortably and enjoy the canals at their own pace, without feeling hurried.

What Our Guests Say

One of the highlights of our weekend in Amsterdam! We took the tour around sunset and it couldn’t have been nicer: knowledgeable and friendly skipper, quiet electric boat, blankets and heated seats to keep warm.

O Capitão Paap foi óptimo - equilíbrio perfeito entre o guia conhecedor e o que lhe permite apreciar a grande paisagem e a arquitectura. Os lugares aquecidos foram uma agradável surpresa - altamente recomendável este passeio a todos!

"An incredible experience to discover Amsterdam through its canals. You have very different views than when walking. Highly recommended."

Practical Details

Practical Details

  • Duração 2 hours on the water
  • Disponibilidade Daily between 10:00 and 22:00

  • Preço: From €240 per boat

  • Group size: Up to 10 guests (the boat is exclusively yours)

 

Locais de recolha

You can choose from two central starting points:

  • Prinsengracht 375, in the Nine Streets area

  • Stationsplein 26, near Central Station

 

We recommend arriving a few minutes early so you can step on board unhurried and begin your time on the canals feeling relaxed.

For full pricing details, please visit our pricing page.

 


Why choose the 2-hour private canal tour
  • Time to truly slow down
    Two full hours on the water give you the space to settle in, explore further, and enjoy the city without watching the clock.

  • A flexible route
    There’s no fixed itinerary. Each cruise is shaped by the moment, your wishes, and the rhythm of the canals.

  • Private and comfortable
    The boat is yours alone. No strangers, no rush, just time together in a calm setting.

  • Quiet canals and familiar highlights
    You’ll glide through peaceful waterways alongside the historic canal district, including areas larger boats can’t reach.

  • A local skipper
    Your skipper hosts like a local friend, sharing stories when you feel like it and leaving space when you don’t.

Route

There’s no fixed route on our tours. Each cruise is shaped in the moment by your skipper, guided by your wishes, the conditions on the water, and the rhythm of the group on board. Think of it as Amsterdam unfolding naturally, rather than following a set script.

With two full hours on the canals, there’s time to see everything covered on our shorter tours and go beyond. Along the way, you’ll often pass through:

  • The quieter canals of the Jordaan

  • The historic Canal District

  • The elegant Golden Bend

  • The Seven Bridges area

  • The harbour area

  • The Amstel River

Routes may vary from day to day. This flexibility allows us to slow down, take detours, or linger where the city feels at its best.


What to expect

This private two-hour canal cruise offers the most complete way to experience Amsterdam from the water. The extra time allows you to settle in, explore further, and enjoy a wider variety of canals and waterways without ever feeling rushed.

Your local skipper guides the boat and shares stories when you feel like it, leaving space for conversation and quiet moments in between. Nothing is overplanned. The experience adapts naturally to your company, the city, and the flow of the water.

With more time on board, you can enjoy both the intimate inner canals and the open feeling of the Amstel and harbour areas, creating a balanced, unhurried journey through the city.

Ponto de Encontro

When booking, you can choose between two central pickup locations: Central Station or the Nine Streets area. The exact meeting points are shown on the map below.

Your booking confirmation will always include the specific pickup location and clear directions, so you know exactly where to meet us.

Central Station: Stationsplein 26
9 Streets: Prinsengracht 375

Tour pricing & payment

You can pay securely online by credit card, or in person by card or cash. When booking online, we ask for a deposit to confirm your reservation.

Prices range from €240 to €400 per boat (on Saturday €300 to €500), depending on the size of your group. The boat is reserved exclusively for you and your guests, with space for up to 10 people.

ConvidadosPrice weekdayPreço Sábado
1€240€300
2€240€300
3€240€300
4€240€300
5€240€300
6€240€300
7€280€350
8€320€400
9€360€450
10€400€500
Perguntas Frequentes

Para mais informações sobre nossos passeios, incluindo detalhes sobre reservas, o que esperar e respostas às perguntas frequentes, visite nosso Perguntas Mais Frequentes página. Estamos aqui para ajudar a garantir que sua experiência seja a mais agradável possível!

A data de sua escolha não está disponível? Por favor, note que as tarifas e a disponibilidade variam em datas especiais, como a Páscoa, o Dia do Rei, o Pentecostes, o Orgulho Gay, o Natal, a Véspera de Ano Novo e o Dia de Ano Novo. Se desejar navegar em um desses dias e não encontrar disponibilidade, entre em contato conosco diretamente. Podemos ser capazes de atender à sua solicitação.

What happens if it rains?

Nosso barco é super confortável em qualquer clima e pode ser fechado em todos os lados.

Além disso, os assentos são aquecidos e o ambiente interno conta com aquecimento.

Mas se, mesmo assim, você preferir cancelar o passeio, a gente entende e oferece reembolso.

Só pedimos que o cancelamento seja feito com pelo menos 4 horas de antecedência do horário marcado.

Yes, we love meeting your furry friends!

What’s included in the price?

Your tour includes the exclusive use of the boat for your group, a local skipper, and a relaxed cruise through Amsterdam’s canals.

On board, you’ll find:

  • A private, electric boat

  • A friendly, knowledgeable skipper

  • Drinks on board

  • Warm blankets and a covered, heated boat when needed

  • A flexible route, shaped by the moment and the city around you

There are no hidden costs or surprise add-ons. Everything you need for a comfortable time on the water is included.

Where is the pickup point for my boat tour?

To keep everything running smoothly and on time, we work with two fixed, central pickup locations.

 

Our pickup points:

Prinsengracht 375
In the Nine Streets area, in front of Café Van Puffelen.
A quiet, central spot in the canal district.

Stationsplein 26
Near Central Station.
Easy to reach if you’re arriving by train.

The correct pickup location for your tour is always confirmed in your booking email, including a Google Maps link.

 


Can I request a different pickup location?

To avoid delays and confusion, we use only the two pickup points listed above. We no longer offer custom pickup locations, such as hotels or restaurants.

This helps us ensure a calm, timely start for every tour.

 


How do I know I’m in the right place?
  • Check your booking confirmation email for the exact pickup location and Google Maps link

  • Your skipper arrives at the exact start time of your tour

  • Look for our boat, clearly marked with “Book a Tour” and a heart logo

Our boats are easy to recognise:

  • White boat

  • Blue or tan roof

  • Turquoise blue seats

  • Boat name: Blue in Green or Gordita

If your tour starts within 30 minutes and you’re unsure, please call us directly at
+31 20 210 1256

Together We Can Make Awesome Memories

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