--- title: Bespoke Amsterdam Private Open Boat Cruise lang: en type: tour city: Amsterdam country: Netherlands price: 220 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 35 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [de, en, fr, nl] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 46 of 84 (Canal Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/bespoke-amsterdam-private-open-boat-cruise/ --- # Bespoke Amsterdam Private Open Boat Cruise In our comparison: #46 of 84 in Canal Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Step aboard our exquisite fleet of classic and historic private open canal boats in Amsterdam, where sophistication meets timeless elegance. Each meticulously restored vessel offers generous open space for up to 8 discerning guests, ensuring an intimate and exclusive experience far removed from the bustle of crowded tourist boats. Revel in the privilege of cruising Amsterdam’s enchanting canals with only your chosen companions, surrounded by the city’s rich heritage and picturesque scenery. Our distinguished boats feature thoughtfully designed amenities such as a sun-drenched deck at the rear or front, or a sleek sliding roof at the rear, allowing you to bask in the gentle outdoor air and golden sunshine as you glide gracefully through the heart of Amsterdam. Indulge in the ultimate canal tour, where luxury, privacy, and unforgettable moments await. All of our boats have a minibar on board, where alcoholic as well as non-alcoholic drinks can be purchased. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Wooden dock next to the floating Chinese… - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 27 start times: between 08:00 and 21:00 - Food included: Wine and Beer is included in the price **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €220 per person for the 1.5hour (English/German/Dutch) option; other options up to €480 - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.97/5 from 35 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Private Boat Tours Amsterdam & Private Dinner Cruise | Grachtenfahrt - Boatboys - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: German, English, French, Dutch - Start times: 27 start times between 08:00 and 21:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.97 from 35 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 35 of 35. - 5 stars: 34 (97%) - 4 stars: 1 (3%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | 1.5hour (English/German/Dutch) | €220 / person (for 2+ people) | German, Dutch, English, French | Duration: 3 days 18 hours Open Boat | | 2 Hours (English/German/Dutch) | €280 / person (for 2+ people) | German, Dutch, English, French | Duration: 2 hours Open Boat | | 1 hours (English/German/Dutch) | €295 / person | German, Dutch, English, French | Duration: 1 hour Open Boat | | 1.5 hours (French) | €340 / person (for 2+ people) | German, Dutch, English, French | Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Open Boat | | 2 hours (French) | €370 / person (for 2+ people) | German, Dutch, English, French | Duration: 2 hours Open Boat | | 1 hour (French) | €480 / person | German, Dutch, English, French | Duration: 1 hour Open Boat | ## What's included - Soda/Pop - Wine and Beer is included in the price ## Itinerary 1. **Anne Frank House** (pass by, no stop) - Passing by 2. **Magere Brug** (pass by, no stop) - Passing by 3. **Red Light District** (pass by, no stop) - Passing by 4. **Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum** (pass by, no stop) - Passing by 5. **Heineken Experience** (pass by, no stop) - Passing by 6. **Passing by** (pass by, no stop) 7. **Bridge of 15 Bridges** (pass by, no stop) - Passing by 8. **Prinsengracht** (pass by, no stop) - Passing by 9. **Passing by** (pass by, no stop) ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 27 start times between 08:00 and 21:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Wooden dock next to the floating Chinese restaurant 'Sea Palace' Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €440 | €220 | | 4 | €520 | €130 | | 6 | €540 | €90 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Canal Cruises start at €13 per person. ## Compared with other Canal Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #46 of 84** | €220 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (35) | private | | [Amsterdam Canal Cruise: Unlimited Prosecco, Wine & Dutch Cheese](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/amsterdam-canal-cruise-unlimited-prosecco-wine-dutch-cheese/?format=md) | €32 | 1h | 4.97 (1092) | shared | | [Morning Canal Cruise Amsterdam in Small-Group](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/morning-canal-cruise-amsterdam-in-small-group/?format=md) | €46 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (846) | shared | | [Not a Typical Cruise Max 10 guests Bites Drinks Local Personal](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/not-a-typical-cruise-max-10-guests-bites-drinks-local-personal/?format=md) | €67 | 2h | 4.99 (416) | shared | Ranked #46 of 84 in Canal Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €13 to €525, median €32; typical length 1h 23m. 22 of 84 are private. 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