Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise, Drinks and Cheese Option
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Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise, Drinks and Cheese Option
By Flagship Amsterdam
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Ages 3-99, max of 46 per group
Duration: 1h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- Skipper and Live Guide
- Unique experience on a luxury boat
- Friendly atmosphere
- option: Two different types of Dutch Cheese
- option: Unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks
What's not included- Option: No Chesse & Drinks, drinks and cheese not included
- Start:Multiple meeting point options.
- Option 1Prinsengracht 263, 1016 GV Amsterdam, NetherlandsLocation: Anne Frank House. Our boats are located in front of the Anne Frank house at Prinsengracht 263. You will recognize our Flagship crew by the orange clothing.
- Option 2Prins Hendrikkade 33A, 1012 TM Amsterdam, NetherlandsLocation: Central Station. Our boats are located right besides the entrance of Central Station (On the city centre side), at Prins Hendrikkade 33A.You will recognize our Flagship crew by the orange clothing.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair 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: 75227P6- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- It is colder on the water, please bring warm clothing and don't get surprised by the chilly Dutch weather
- A fairly big step has to be made into the boat. Our stewards will assist you with this
- Most travellers can participate
- You are always welcome to cancel your ticket if it rains and you'd rather stay inside :)
- No boats at the dock? Please call us or visit our office at Leliegracht 50D (Just around the corner from the Anne Frank House)
- No bachelor / birthday party groups allowed, please call us for a private boat option
- Tour available for free for infants (0-3 years old)
- No toilets on board
- Please be aware that the points of interest on the route may slightly vary depending on the departure point chosen
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 46 travellers
- 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: 75227P6
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- 952karleigha0 contributionsAbsolute must!Amazing! Yousef and Dick (sorry if the spelling is wrong!) we’re amazing! Friendly and funny. They shared history about Amsterdam as well as local legends and stories. There were blankets available and drinks for purchase on board too. Beautiful boat, relaxed cruise. A must do!Written September 13, 2024
- U1451JSterris0 contributionsEvening cruise with barWe had done a canal cruise with a different company during the day but wanted a different perspective from a different company and at night. Unfortunately, our guide was interrupted frequently by very happy young women who seemed to like the bartender. Guess that's not surprising on a cruise with a bar. All in all, lovely tour and competent guide who injected information and fun. We are glad we did the evening tour with Flaship.Written September 12, 2024
- AverageJoe550 contributionsJust averageWe booked an evening cruise where the drinks were available separately and departed from the Anne Frank house. The boat ride was smooth and timely and the boat was in too notch shape. The length of the tour was about right. Unfortunately we expected to learn about the canals and the history of the city but there was very little narration or information sharing. For the price, we were somewhat disappointed.Written September 11, 2024
- CherylAnnRDN0 contributionsGreat way to learn about the Amsterdam Canal!I chose the Flagship open air canal boat ride because it was bright and colorful and tight outside the AFH museum. I was able to buy my ticket on board with a credit card, tipped in euros. I enjoyed a beautiful canal ride and learned about the history of canals, touring and government. It was fun sipping an adult beverage, too. Recommend you add Flagship canal tides to your Amsterdam aaaTo Do list. A+.Written September 11, 2024
- S8404MTmarkc0 contributionsA “MUST DO” whilst in AmsterdamAn amazing experience that shouldn’t be missed. I had two beers on this hour trip around the canals, and my wife enjoyed two glasses of Prosecco. The Captain (Hank) and crew (Bo) were amazing. Ever so friendly and informative. Definitely will do this again when in Amsterdam! An easy five stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Written September 11, 2024
- Jennifer D0 contributionsPerfect first eveningIt was really easy to get tickets, find etc….Staff were all really brilliant and helpful it was informative and fun 10/10Written September 10, 2024
- SBandHG0 contributionsDisappointed experienceWe took this tour hoping for a fun & relaxing afternoon aboard the boat with a drink in hand. Unfortunately it rained for most of the tour, which I fully understand is not the companies fault. They ARE however at fault in over-serving guests on board who had an 'all you can drink's wristband. Needless to say there were some fools on board ruining the experience for the rest of us! They were being extra loud and yelling, tried smoking on board... They need to limit drinks at one point or another to avoid this situation and/or maybe have a separate cruise for people who want to get s**t faced in 1 hour?! I want my money back!Written September 10, 2024
- jenmR752FL0 contributionsLovely ExperienceReally enjoyed Staff very friendly and welcoming Cruise itself was informative but not boring Nice weather really helped too It was a great way to see the cit from a. different viewWritten September 10, 2024
- Sherry H0 contributionsGreat introduction to AmsterdamGreat information by a good guide. Canal views were great. Perfect introduction to Amsterdam. Should be the first thing you do on first trip to Amsterdam.Written September 10, 2024
- 557simonn0 contributionsGreat way to spend an hourReally good trip, nice boat, friendly and knowledgeable guide and skipper. Cocktails available too! Would definitely recommend.Written September 10, 2024
- Jean H0 contributionswonderful and highly recommendthe crew were very friendly and took time to answer questions of all onboard. Even though the crew were young they showed kindness to all and their oral historic presentation added to the trip. having optional availability to purchase cocktails was a great optionWritten September 9, 2024
- Myawilkes0 contributionsLovely day, lovely experience!The boat left promptly and was super comfortable. The cushions were soft and the bar had quite a selection of drinks!! The skipper and guide (who was also the bar tender 😅) were fun, funny and knowledgeable. They were also able to answer questions. Such a beautiful cruise to do with the most stunning scenery, I highly recommend. Lasts just an hour!Written September 9, 2024
- aerahmim0 contributionsGood insight to Amsterdam by boatvery friendly staff, with great knowledge about Amsterdam and the history of the different buildings. On a sunny day, make sure to pack your sunscreen ;)Written September 8, 2024
- rociopQ139SH0 contributionsGreat ExperienceThis tour was so much fun, our guide was so knowledgeable and we learned so much and it was so much fun despite the rain. I will do it again.Written September 7, 2024
- 699willyk0 contributionsGreat tripWe went with three of us .Lots of room on the boat . The trip was amaszing . Lots to see and guide and boat captin where great !Written September 7, 2024
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Isis R
Madrid, Spain4 contributions
A must when in Amsterdam. Exploring the canals in this boat is a great experience. Britt and her teammate (guy with glasses) did a great job explaining interesting and fun facts about the city.
The best: Staff crew 10/10 and the city is absolutely beautiful.
To improve: The boat has a ceiling and it doesn’t let you see the whole landscape, as an open boat (recommend the other flagship tour if this is very important). The open bar doesn’t include hard liquor, only beer and wine.
Recommend this tour: couples, people that don’t want to be crammed in a smaller boat and people that want to have fun and pay a little bit more.
The best: Staff crew 10/10 and the city is absolutely beautiful.
To improve: The boat has a ceiling and it doesn’t let you see the whole landscape, as an open boat (recommend the other flagship tour if this is very important). The open bar doesn’t include hard liquor, only beer and wine.
Recommend this tour: couples, people that don’t want to be crammed in a smaller boat and people that want to have fun and pay a little bit more.
Written August 15, 2020
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Ahoy!
Thank you for your review. We highly value the thoughts and opinions of our guests. We’re very eager to learn and grow as a company, which is only possible with your feedback, so thank you for helping us become a better version of ourselves.
We would love to see you back on our Amsterdam canal cruise, and with the integrated improvements, give you an even better cruise!
Have an amazing day.
Kind regards,
Alexandra- Customer Care, Flagship Amsterdam
Written November 5, 2020
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badger23rq
Edwardstone , Suffolk19 contributions
We booked this on short notice after our private tour fell through, and would thoroughly recommend it (at less than half the price!). Our very friendly hosts provided an entertaining commentary as we pootled along the canals eating cheese and sipping Heineken. Boat just the right size - a good crowd but not too many. Thoroughly recommended!
Written February 17, 2020
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Ahoy Badger,
Thank you for your fantastic review. It’s so amazing to read your review! We hope that we gave you an experience to never forget!
Kind regards,
Radi – Team Flagship
Written February 18, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Emerald1SteelCity
Southport, UK38 contributions
As the pound is so weak against the Euro, this may seem expensive to us Brits. 68 euros for a family of 3 for 1h 15 mins is quite expensive. However, if you fancy a cruise on the river this was a wonderful tour. Lovely, clean boat with roof, pulled back on this particular day as weather was good. Very generous with cheese, served on a board with mustard and grapes. The drinks we had were Chardonnay, Heineken, Ginger beer, Coke and water. More than happy to provide more drinks on request. Tour guide checked languages of passengers and spoke appropriately. Our guide spoke mostly in English (excellent English I might add). Lots of interesting things were pointed out, and lots of information about the houses, river and house boats. Our guide answered questions that passengers had. I would totally recommend this river cruise tour if this is what you fancy doing. It was in fact our favourite activity of the holiday. Did not squeeze too many people on, felt like we had enough space during this post covid time.
Written August 5, 2020
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Ahoy,
Thank you for your great 5 star review. So glad to hear you enjoyed the canal tour in Amsterdam! We hope you gained new and interesting knowledge about our beautiful city!
Because of your great review, we have won the TripAdvisor Travelers Choice Award 2020 this year for best canal cruise in the world. This also makes us the number one boat tour in Amsterdam. We were also selected as number 3 best experience of the world! Thank you very much for booking with Flagship Amsterdam Canal cruise and we hope to welcome you again another time soon!
Kind regards,
Ras E - Head Operations Customer Care, Flagship Amsterdam
Written September 3, 2020
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Letty K
5 contributions
Jul 2020
We really enjoyed this canal cruise, we booked on the day which was very convenient as we wanted to go when it was nice weather.
The staff we very friendly, welcoming and had great humor. We were welcomed and asked for our beverage of choice, plenty of alcohol was provided which is a plus for us.
There was about 15 of us on the boat and each pair of two received a cheese taster board each which for us we felt was enough.
One thing to note was our boat was supposed to leave at 5.45pm but left around 6pm, and then arrived back at 6.55pm (due at 7pm), so the time of 75mins is a bit misleading if you are expecting more time on the water.
Other than this we thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend to anyone coming (or living, like us) to Amsterdam.
The staff we very friendly, welcoming and had great humor. We were welcomed and asked for our beverage of choice, plenty of alcohol was provided which is a plus for us.
There was about 15 of us on the boat and each pair of two received a cheese taster board each which for us we felt was enough.
One thing to note was our boat was supposed to leave at 5.45pm but left around 6pm, and then arrived back at 6.55pm (due at 7pm), so the time of 75mins is a bit misleading if you are expecting more time on the water.
Other than this we thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend to anyone coming (or living, like us) to Amsterdam.
Written July 14, 2020
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Ahoy!
Thank you for your review. We highly value the thoughts and opinions of our guests. We’re very eager to learn and grow as a company, which is only possible with your feedback, so thank you for helping us become a better version of ourselves.
We would love to see you back on our Amsterdam canal cruise, and with the integrated improvements, give you an even better cruise!
Have an amazing day.
Kind regards,
Alexandra- Customer Care, Flagship Amsterdam
Written November 5, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Gary C
Redditch, UK445 contributions
Well worth taking time to do when visiting the city.
Totally proffessional from start to finish youvalways felt they were looking after you.
Nice boat and excellent guide wine & beer supplied with cheese grapes and biscuits provided for nibbles.
Good value for money would revommend using this company
Totally proffessional from start to finish youvalways felt they were looking after you.
Nice boat and excellent guide wine & beer supplied with cheese grapes and biscuits provided for nibbles.
Good value for money would revommend using this company
Written March 4, 2020
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Ahoy Gary,
Thank you for such a nice review. It was a pleasure to have you on board! Thank you for choosing us and you’re always welcome back on board anytime soon!
Kind regards,
Radi – Team Flagship
Written March 6, 2020
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Bosterrier
1 contribution
Jun 2020 • Solo
If you're exploring Amsterdam by foot, I would highly recommend completing part of the tour on a nice comfy boat with snacks and drinks, ans still able to explore the city while taking a break. The boat I took was from the late 1800 early 1900's and the style and character of the boat made the Amsterdam experience that much greater. It was nice to have Jan as our tour guide who uncovered the many small details of Amsterdam which I would have missed. This tour was totally worth it.
Written June 16, 2020
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Hiya!
Thank you a lot for your detailed and well-put review, it is very much appreciated. I couldn't have put it better than you did.
It was a pleasure to host you, and we would love to welcome you back in the foreseeable future!
Have an amazing day,
Kind regards,
Gabriela Fernandes - Head Operations Customer Care, Flagship Amsterdam
Written July 21, 2020
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Albert Z
Petersfield, UK261 contributions
Nov 2021
An interesting cruise with fun commentary. However, it being a cold November the boat is enclosed with windows up and views restricted. The roof has 2 large sun roofs covering 1/3rd of boat. If you are not under one of them your views will be restricted
Windows vary in clarity a lot are scratched and degraded so view compromised. I expect tour in summer with windows all open including sun roofs would be a different much better experience. Although the smaller group with personal touch welcomed maybe the larger more panoramic boats would give better views.
The extra £6-7 a person for cheese and wine definitely not worth it. Most on boat didn't have this option the idiots like us who did get orange bracelets, cubed one variety of cheese and red supermarket plonk in a plastic beaker barely drinkable. It may be free flowing but who would want more
Windows vary in clarity a lot are scratched and degraded so view compromised. I expect tour in summer with windows all open including sun roofs would be a different much better experience. Although the smaller group with personal touch welcomed maybe the larger more panoramic boats would give better views.
The extra £6-7 a person for cheese and wine definitely not worth it. Most on boat didn't have this option the idiots like us who did get orange bracelets, cubed one variety of cheese and red supermarket plonk in a plastic beaker barely drinkable. It may be free flowing but who would want more
Written November 17, 2021
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Dear Albert,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your honest feedback, we really appreciate your input. I have passed your comment onto the team and we're doing our best to integrate it into our way of operation.
I want to let you know that we genuinely care about you: about you as an individual and about your unique experience. We founded Flagship with the intention to bring Amsterdam's joy and curiosity to the people and we'll continue doing our best to ground this intention.
I've tried to get in touch with you and would love to hear back from you soon.
Please let me know if there is anything else I can do for you.
Kindest regards,
Gabriela Fernandes - Head Operations Customer Care, Flagship Amsterdam
Written November 22, 2021
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Jayde T
United Kingdom1 contribution
Mar 2020 • Couples
After researching many of boat cruises in Amsterdam we found one that was a great price and had cheese tasting and wine. This is a great cruise and well worth the money you pay for the local cheese (Gouda) tasting in cubes with grapes and biscuits and unlimited wine/ beer and softs served on request you can’t go wrong!
Thys and Claire were great hosts charismatic and funny making us laugh and keeping you entertained through out.
You feel at home and the boat in its self very cosy! With blankets it was a cold and drizzly day but on this experience you felt warm and at ease!
All in all a great experience and would highly recommend to any one wanting some great history facts and a genuine laugh!
Thys and Claire were great hosts charismatic and funny making us laugh and keeping you entertained through out.
You feel at home and the boat in its self very cosy! With blankets it was a cold and drizzly day but on this experience you felt warm and at ease!
All in all a great experience and would highly recommend to any one wanting some great history facts and a genuine laugh!
Written March 5, 2020
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Ahoy Jaydet,
Thank you for such a lovely review. We really appreciate reviews like this! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the tour and information during the tour! You’re always welcome back when you’re in Amsterdam.
Kind regards,
Radi – Team Flagship
Written March 6, 2020
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sam G
Oxford, UK25 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Can't recommend this company anymore, we had booked a regular luxury tour and a few hours before the company rang me to let me know that due to the rain they would have to transfer us to a covered boat, which was actually the more expensive tour. They were just so incredibly sweet and kind and the tour itself was exceptional, wine and drinks ( all fantastic)all free as well as snacks. Can't wait to book with them again.
Written February 25, 2020
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Ahoy Samantha,
Thank you for your fantastic review. It’s so amazing to read your review! We hope that we gave you an experience to never forget!
Kind regards,
Radi – Team Flagship
Written February 26, 2020
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Sarah E
25 contributions
Seamless booking system, very friendly and welcoming crew when we arrived at the pick up point near Anne Frank’s House. Boarded the boat and all groups were seated together. The cheese was already laid out on the tables. It was a rainy day so the plastic windows were lowered on the sides to protect us from the rain, this didn’t obstruct our views. It was lovely to be covered in. Virginia was our guide - she was super friendly, knowledgable and a great host. She got to know everyone while managing to continue giving a fabulous guided tour and the best part was your glass was never empty! She couldn’t refill enough with wine or beer (soft drinks also available) For the price of the tour it was definitely worth it and we would highly recommend it on your first day in the city to get a feel for the areas and then you’ll have an idea where you want to wander after. Virginia was also great with ideas and suggestions for restaurants and bars and some local hints and tips. Daan was our Captain and he too was very friendly, they worked well together.
Written April 3, 2023
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Hi!
You're so welcome!
It was a pleasure to have you aboard. Thank you for your epic feedback and we'll hopefully see you soon again!
Warm regards,
Gabriela - Head Operations Customer Care, Flagship Amsterdam
Written May 9, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Do we have to book this beforehand or can we book in on the day or the day before etc whilst we are there?
Written May 24, 2024
No the boat I was on did not have a bathroom. The cruise is a little over an hour (depending on cruise "traffic)
Written May 27, 2024
We are visiting this week. Would you recommend taking the tour in daylight or is after dark just as nice? Thankyou
Written October 24, 2022
We are visiting this week. Would you recommend taking the tour in daylight or is after dark just as nice? Thankyou
Written October 24, 2022
I'm thinking about booking a cruise on Thursday, 9/8. It's predicted it will be raining. Does the boat have a covered roof in case it rains?
Written September 6, 2022
Yes fully enclosed/covered for bad weather but mainly glass so can still view well.
Written September 7, 2022
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