Amsterdam Cheese and Wine Canal Cruise
Description
Exceptional Gastronomic Experience: Explore the Charm of Amsterdam with Our Cheese & Wine Canal Cruise! Step aboard our traditional Dutch boat and embark on a unique journey through the heart of Amsterdam. We offer an unforgettable cruise featuring a fine selection of Dutch Cheeses. These are paired with a dip, grapes, cheese crackers and fine wines. What to Expect: Authentic Dutch Experience: Cruise on a beautiful traditional boat, drifting past Amsterdam's iconic landmarks and historic architecture. Exceptional Gastronomic Experience: Indulge in a gourmet selection of the finest Dutch cheeses, celebrating the essence of Dutch gastronomy. High Quality and Authenticity: Our collaboration with Kaasbar Amsterdam and Old Amsterdam ensures the highest quality and authenticity. Perfect for All Occasions: Ideal for romantic outings, group gatherings, or solo adventures.
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Itinerary
We cruise thought the beautiful canals of the Herengracht.
REGULIERSGRACHT (7 BRIDGES): monumental view - The only point in the Amsterdam canals where you can see seven bridges one after the other in a single view
Compared to the other canals, the Prinsengracht is a relatively modest canal. Whereas Herengracht was built and designed for Amsterdam's upper class, Prinsengracht was designed as a transitional canal between the rich canal belt and the working-class neighborhoods (Jordaan) that surrounded them. This can also be seen in the houses on Prinsengracht, which are much more 'sober' compared to the other canals: less wide, and with fewer decorations than on the other canals.
MAGERE BRUG ‘SKINNY BRIDGE’ is the oldest still working, partly wooden, drawbridge in Amsterdam and a National Monument. The Skinny Bridge was built in the 17th century. At that time, the city council was a bit short of money, so they decided not to build an exorbitant bridge, but a cheap (wood instead of stone) and narrow ('skinny') one. The bridge was so narrow that people could hardly pass each other, or they had to be very skinny. The current bridge dates from 1934. Car traffic has not been allowed to cross it since 2003. The Skinny Bridge is Am-sterdam's most famous bridge, and the setting for many films (including James Bond).
HERMITAGE MUSEUM is located in the Amstelhof. The building dates from 1681 and was originally a nursing home (for 300 years). In 2007, the nursing home was converted to a museum. Some rooms were maintained and restored. The Hermitage museum is an annex of the Hermitage in Saint Petersburg, Russia, and shares a part of its art collection with the one in Russia. Together, the two Hermitages have the largest art collection in the world.
BLAUWBRUG ‘BLUE BRIDGE’ owes its name to its predecessor: a drawbridge like the Skinny Bridge, but with blue railings. The current Blauwbrug dates from 1883 and was inspired by the Pont Neuf in Paris. Because of the World Exhibition in Amsterdam in 1883, a new bridge with grand appearance was needed. The crowns on top of the bridge are 'imperial crowns' and are the same crowns as those on the Westerkerk and in the city arms. The crown is the emperor's crown of the holy roman empire, given by Emperor Maxi-milian I in 1489 as thanks for Amsterdam's money support. The emperor's crown is proof that even the great emperor recommended Amsterdam, and therefore very important for trade.
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What's included
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(31)
Lovely way to see Amsterdam from the water. Our driver Ronald was very knowledgable & friendly, very relaxing experience
Dear Claire, Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed seeing Amsterdam from the water and that Ronald helped make your experience so relaxing and memorable. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to him—he'll be delighted to hear your compliments. It's fantastic to know you enjoyed the combination of beautiful canal views, delicious cheese and wine, and Ronald's friendly and knowledgeable guiding. That's exactly the experience we aim to create on every Amsterdam canal cruise with Boat Amsterdam. Thank you for choosing Boat Amsterdam. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back on board again soon for another unforgettable Amsterdam canal cruise!
Had a wonderful hour on the Amsterdam canals plenty of cheese and wine set out for us. The skipper Onno was great fun and very knowledgeable well worth the money
Dear Charlie, Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review! We're delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful time cruising through Amsterdam's canals. It's great to know you enjoyed the generous selection of cheese and wine, and that you felt the experience was well worth it. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Captain Onno. He'll be delighted to hear that you appreciated both his knowledge and his sense of humour—he loves making every cruise both entertaining and informative. Thank you for choosing Boat Amsterdam. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back on board again soon for another unforgettable Amsterdam Cheese and Wine Canal Cruise!
The bout Was terrible. No cover, no tabels, no bences. chees was put on a littel tabel. Worst experiense I ve had . You should be ashamed .
Dear Anne, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are genuinely sorry to read that your experience did not meet your expectations. We were surprised by your review, as no concerns were raised with our skipper or host during or after the cruise. Had we known that you were dissatisfied, we would have appreciated the opportunity to discuss it with you on the spot and see whether we could have improved your experience. On the day of your cruise, we deliberately operated the Cheese & Wine Cruise on one of our open boats because the weather forecast was excellent. Every booking was provided with its own private table, from which the cheese and wine were served throughout the cruise. Our open boats are configured differently from our salon boats, allowing guests to enjoy unobstructed views while still having their own dedicated table for the tasting experience. We also recognise that preferences differ. While many guests on board that day told our crew they had thoroughly enjoyed the experience, we fully respect that it did not meet your personal expectations. That said, we were disappointed to receive a 1-star review without having had the opportunity to address your concerns during the cruise. We appreciate your feedback and wish you all the best with your future travels.
Onno was a great guide and welcome to Amsterdam. The cheese, wine and grapes were great and the conversation informative and friendly. We ended up with a private tour and it was great!
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed your Amsterdam canal cruise with Boat Amsterdam. Onno will be delighted to know his friendly and informative hosting made you feel so welcome in Amsterdam. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the cheese, wine, and conversation on board, and having a private canal cruise through Amsterdam must have made the experience even more special. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Extremely hospitable, pleasant and comfortable. The tour itself is full of interesting sites and observations about the history of Amsterdam. Wine and cheese were excellent and more than plentiful! Kudos to captain and first mate!
Thank you for your fantastic review, George! We’re delighted to hear you had such a hospitable and comfortable experience on your Amsterdam canal cruise with Boat Amsterdam. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the interesting stories and historical insights while cruising through the beautiful Amsterdam canals. We’re also very happy that the wine and cheese selection exceeded your expectations and that our captain and first mate helped make the canal cruise through Amsterdam so memorable. Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back on board soon for another relaxing and enjoyable boat tour in Amsterdam!
Best way to see Amsterdam. Especially at sunset. We were a little early and we were lucky. The girl told us some places to go and see very friendly people.
Thank you for your lovely review, Luanne! We’re delighted to hear you had such a great time on your Amsterdam canal cruise with Boat Amsterdam. Sunset is truly one of the most beautiful moments to experience the Amsterdam canals, and we’re so happy you enjoyed the atmosphere on board. It’s wonderful to know your captain made the canal cruise through Amsterdam even more enjoyable with her friendly personality and knowledge of the city. We’re also glad our team could give you some extra recommendations to help you make the most of your visit to Amsterdam. Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back on board soon for another relaxing cheese and wine canal cruise in Amsterdam!
We booked this experience assuming the other passengers had booked the same. However, we were the only passengers on board having the wine and cheese, and everyone else was just staring at us. Some of the other passengers made a joke of it and even poured our wine for us, but it was just a very odd experience.
We had a bad experience from the start the put us on a small boat with a lot of people. We couldn’t hear the tour director. We were the only one served with wine and cheese since we booked that way. We felt very uncomfortable having that since no one was having. We thought we were going to be part of the group who had the same thing. We felt very uncomfortable having it. I am asking for a refund.
We were fortunate that we were the only couple in the boat. Floris and Robbie were delightful, knowledgeable and entertaining. We had lots of laughter and highflying recommend the experience. One of our best experiences so far. Thank you!!
Such a great experience! Sipping wine, hearing the history of the canal and seeing the sights up close.
