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10,000 guests
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Max. 16 guests
Small group
Drinks & Dutch
Snacks included
2-Hour Cruise
Live guide
Historic Luxury Boats
Including our new boat Romeo
Dutch Snacks
Including warm bitterballen
Drinks Included
Beer, wine, soft drinks & more
Local Captain
Live guide with stories
Max. 16 Guests
Small & relaxed
Tours
Pick your perfect canal cruise
Looking for a small and relaxed canal cruise in Amsterdam away from the crowds? Join Rederij de Wester for a personal cruise with a local Amsterdam skipper. Enjoy drinks and traditional Dutch snacks, including warm bitterballen, while cruising aboard a comfortable small boat with no more than 16 guests. Discover Amsterdam’s historic canals in a welcoming, authentic and intimate setting.
Amsterdam small group canal cruise
2 hours
- Sit back, relax and enjoy drinks and traditional Dutch snacks, including warm bitterballen, during your Amsterdam canal cruise.
- Up to 16 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, independent family run canal cruise company in the heart of Amsterdam not a large operator behind a “small brand,” but a truly local business built on personal service and quality. What started as a modest idea has grown into one of the top-rated canal cruise experiences on Airbnb, Viator, and Tripadvisor, known for its authentic atmosphere, friendly hosts, and real local stories. We specialize in small group canal cruises with passionate Amsterdam skippers, offering a relaxed, personal experience that feels more like being on a boat with friends than a traditional tour.
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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.
Are drinks and snacks 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.