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Amsterdam Canals Christmas Cruise

Experience the festive charm of Amsterdam with a Christmas canal cruise. Enjoy holiday lights, historical sights, and cosy warmth as you explore the city.

Experience the festive charm of Amsterdam with a Christmas canal cruise. Enjoy holiday lights, historical sights, and cosy warmth as you explore the city.

Christmas Cruise Details

At the indicated time, we'll meet at Stadhouderskade 550 in Amsterdam to begin a charming Christmas cruise through the city's iconic canals. We’ll step aboard a beautifully decorated boat, with twinkling lights and festive decorations, setting the perfect tone for this magical experience.

Amsterdam’s canals, a UNESCO World Heritage site, are particularly breathtaking during the holiday season. As we glide along the tranquil waters of the Amstel River and through charming canals like Singelgracht and Oudeschans, we’ll pass under picturesque bridges, all twinkling with festive lights.

Along the way, we’ll encounter some of the city’s most historic landmarks, including the towering Montelbaanstoren and the striking NEMO Science Museum, both beautifully illuminated by the warm glow of Christmas lights. We'll also cruise past Amsterdam Centraal Station and along the scenic Prinsengracht canal, where we’ll see the Anne Frank House.

During the cruise, we’ll listen to a captivating Christmas tale through an audio guide that blends modern and traditional elements, immersing us in the spirit of the season. For the little ones, we have a kid's version of the audio guide, as well as a booklet.

To put the cherry on top, we’ll be served a glass of Glühwein, a spiced mulled wine, or a rich, creamy hot chocolate topped with whipped cream. Paired with this, we’ll savour a slice of traditional Dutch boterkoek, a buttery cake that perfectly embodies Dutch holiday flavours.

After a total of 1.5 hours, our cruise will come to an end back at the starting point. Happy holidays!

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Duration

1h 30m.

Language The activity takes place with an audioguide in English.

The activity takes place with an audioguide in English.

Included

Boat ride

Audio guide in English

Mulled wine or hot chocolate

A slice of boterkoek cake

When to book?

You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Sustainability

All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

Sustainability Code

Our providers commit to:

  • Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
  • Reduce, reuse, recycle.
  • Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
  • Uphold fair employment standards.
  • Foster the growth of local communities.
  • Preserve the integrity of local culture.
  • Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
  • Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
  • Operate with honesty and transparency.
  • Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

  • No printing of documentation required.
  • Promotes local employment.
  • Has a gender equality policy.

Provider

Blue Boat Company Show more

  • Blue Boat Company

    Corporate name: B.V. Algemene Amsterdamse Rederij Noord-Zuid

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Pets

Not permitted.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

    A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

  • Q - How to book?

    A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

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Meeting point

Stadhouderskade 550

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