--- title: The Ultimate Amsterdam Canal Cruise - 2hr - Small Group with Drinks & Snacks lang: en type: tour city: Amsterdam country: Netherlands price: 97 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.94 reviews: 1078 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 7 of 84 (Canal Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/the-ultimate-amsterdam-canal-cruise-2hr-small-group-with-drinks-snacks/ --- # The Ultimate Amsterdam Canal Cruise - 2hr - Small Group with Drinks & Snacks In our comparison: #7 of 84 in Canal Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview This all-inclusive cruise offers an intimate experience, with a maximum of 16 guests on board. Cruise includes a delicious sharing platter with Dutch cheeses, nuts, olives, and cheese sticks. A self-service open bar is available on board with local craft beers, European quality wines, soft drinks, and juices. Pure Spirit: • Beautifully restored classic launch • Maximum 16 guests • Live guiding by your captain • Self service open bar – your captain will serve the first round and allow you to help yourself to the rest. • (Semi) open boat. Depending on the weather the Pure Spirit will be open, or covered by a modular canopy. ## Before you book - Pickup differs by option: Hotel pickup only on 1 of 3 options (Departure Herengracht 128) - Max 16 people: shared group - 8 start times: between 12:15 and 21:30 - Food included: Snack platter, Unlimited drinks (open… **Pickup:** Hotel pickup only on 1 of 3 options (Departure Herengracht 128) ## Key facts - Price: from €97 per person for the Departure Keizersgracht 106 option; other options up to €105 - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.94/5 from 1078 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Pure Boats - Group: Shared, up to 16 travellers - Guide languages: English - Start times: 12:15, 14:00, 16:30, 18:00, 19:00, 19:45, 20:30, 21:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.94 from 1078 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1065 of 1078. - 5 stars: 1031 (96%) - 4 stars: 34 (3%) - 3 stars: 8 (1%) - 2 stars: 4 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (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 | |---|---|---|---| | Departure Keizersgracht 106 | €97 / person | English | Duration: 2 hours Open bar and snacks: Choose from our selection of beers, wines, and soft drinks. Along with some Dutch snacks! Departure Keizersgracht : Please meet us at the location below: Keizersgracht 106, 1015 CV Amsterdam Starting point: Keizersgracht 106, 1015 CV Amsterdam, Netherlands | | Departure Herengracht 128 | €97 / person | English | Pick-up and drop-off is at Herengracht 128 on the dock area in the bike parking. This is in front of a Spaces Office Duration: 2 hours Open bar and snacks: Choose from our selection of beers, wines, and soft drinks. Along with some Dutch snacks! Starting point: Herengracht 128, 1015 BT Amsterdam, Netherlands | | Amsterdam Lights Festival | €105 / person | English | Amsterdam Lights Festival: This cruise will be going through the city and Amsterdam Lights Festival Duration: 2 hours Open bar and snacks: Choose from our selection of beers, wines, and soft drinks. Along with some Dutch snacks! Departure Keizersgracht 106: We start the cruise at the dock in front of Keizersgracht 106. Starting point: Keizersgracht 106, 1015 CV Amsterdam, Netherlands | ## What's included - Snack platter - Bottled water - All taxes, fees and handling charges - Professional guide - Unlimited drinks (open bar) - Alcoholic Beverages - Snacks ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **The Jordaan** (pass by, no stop) - We begin the adventure in the beautiful Jordaan; one of our favourite districts away from the crowds. 2. **Amsterdam Canal Ring** (pass by, no stop) - Your captain will explain to you the history and heritage of the age old canals of Amsterdam, with its beautiful canal side houses. On the 2 hour cruise you can see the larger main canals with the grand mansions, as well as the river Amstel and the smaller canals with... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 12:15, 14:00, 16:30, 18:00, 19:00, 19:45, 20:30, 21:30 - 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 We start at the dock across from the building of Spaces Amsterdam - Herengracht 128. NOTE - this is for cruises which include " Departure Herengracht" in their title. Please be at the dock about 5 minutes before departure time, since we cannot wait for late arrivals. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children must be accompanied by an adult - Minimum drinking age is 18 year - Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking - Minimum cruising age is 14+ - This cruise is not suitable for stag parties/bachelorette parties. Please get in touch so we organize a private event. - Please be at the dock 5 min. before departure time, we unfortunately cannot wait for late arrivals ## Compared with other Canal Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #7 of 84** | €97 | 2h | 4.94 (1078) | shared, max 16 | | [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 #7 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. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/canal-cruises-amsterdam/?format=md ## More in Amsterdam - All Amsterdam tours: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/the-ultimate-amsterdam-canal-cruise-2hr-small-group-with-drinks-snacks/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/?format=md