Types of Canal Cruises in Amsterdam

Private Cruising with Captain Paap on His Electric Boat

Once I discovered Captain Paap and his environmentally friendly electric boat, I debated whether or not to share such a gem of a find with thousands of readers. But

Cruising Casually with the St. Nicolaas Boat Club

As a non-profit organization that restores

Wine and Dine in Elegance on a Chartered 'Salon Boat'

Boarding one of these artfully restored and elegantly appointed floating wood-paneled lounges can be a romantic experience for couples on the canals. They also make unique venues for banquet or dinner party. But they don't come cheap. Choose this type of canal cruise if you're trying to impress your travel companion(s), or if money is no object.