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Enjoy Amsterdam’s best rated canal tours with intimate small group trips or private charters always with drinks and snacks included.
Amsterdam small group canal cruise
± 2 hours
- Enjoy unlimited drinks and classic Dutch snacks, including warm bitterballen — all included in your Amsterdam canal tour.
- Up to 15 guests for an intimate, personal experience.
- Local Amsterdam skipper with real insider stories (our most booked tour)
REDERIJ DE WESTER
A Family run Company With a Heart for Amsterdam
Rederij de Wester is a small family run canal cruise company in the heart of Amsterdam. What began as a modest idea has grown into a top rated experience on Airbnb, Viator and TripAdvisor, loved for our authenticity, personal hospitality and local storytelling. We focus on small scale cruises with passionate skippers who bring Amsterdam’s history to life, creating relaxed and memorable moments on the water.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is the boarding location?
The boarding location is Keizersgracht 401, in front of the House of Marseille. Please wait outside by the green wooden bench at the canal side. Do not enter the building. Your skipper will pick you up directly at the water.
What is included?
Your cruise includes unlimited drinks (beer, wine, soft drinks and in winter hot chocolate and mulled wine), authentic Dutch snacks including bitterballen, cheese and stroopwafels, and a comfortable electric boat with cozy seating that is heated in winter.
Is the boat electric?
Yes, the boat is fully electric. It sails silently, produces no emissions and offers a smooth, comfortable cruise through Amsterdam’s canals.
How big is the group?
Our cruises are small scale, with a maximum of 15 guests. This ensures a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of personal attention from the skipper.