Sightseeing Cruises

1-Hour SAIL Amsterdam Luxury Open Boat Cruise with a Drink

Tourists toasting drinks on a canal cruise in Amsterdam.

Tall ships and boats sailing during Sail Amsterdam event.

Luxury open boat cruise on Amsterdam canal with passengers enjoying drinks.

Group enjoying drinks on a luxury open boat cruise in Amsterdam canal.

Duration

1 hr - 1 hr 15 min

4.6/5

(12)

Anastasia

Aug 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Lawrence and the best Frysian captain were are perfect hosts in a beatiful luxurious bought yesterday in SAIL Amsterdam. What an amazing amount of beatiful big sailing boats and myriads small and big boats as well. Our captain navigated us very carefully among all of them. While Lawrence was giving info on the boats but also history tips over AMS, with a tone of humour. We enjoyed the drinks on board and the great company of the other passagers as well. We will for sure recomend the crew!!!!👏👏👏👏👏

M.c.m.

Aug 2025

Verified booking

4/5

Huge fun experience to sail past all the ships. Only the check-in was a drama. You get a time, arrive on time only to have to wait an hour before you could board at the reserved time. A huge queue as a result. And no explanation. I had the idea that the staff didn't have it under control either. No complaints about the care on board.

Rudolf

Aug 2025

Verified booking

4/5

Good hosts and pleasant cruise had. However, I expected us to sail through the ice port, i.e. past the sailing ships. Still, had a lot of fun.

Hop aboard for a 60 or 75-mins canal cruise that puts you right in the middle of SAIL 2025’s nautical action.

Follow the official SAIL Amsterdam route and see everything from grand tall ships to sleek navy vessels sailing right alongside your boat.

Relax on a spacious luxury open boat with comfy seating, fresh air, and zero elbowing for space along the waterfront.

Toast to the largest maritime event of Europe with a welcome drink or a complimentary drink—wine, beer, or soda—and enjoy the cruise like a true VIP!

Upgrade to a premium experience with a sunset cruise, skipper, hostess & exclusive waterfront access offering clear views of ship parades and fireworks.

60-min or 75-min SAIL Amsterdam cruise (as per option selected)

Boarding point near Centraal Station or The Starboard Dock, The Amstel (as per option selected)

Luxury open boat for unobstructed views

Additional paid upgrades:

Sunset cruise

A welcome drink

Complimentary beverage of your choice, including soda, beer, or wine

Skipper and hostess

Official SAIL Amsterdam route

Exclusive waterfront location access

Additional drinks (can be purchased on board)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

4.6
12 reviews
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What our guests say
Anastasia
Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Lawrence and the best Frysian captain were are perfect hosts in a beatiful luxurious bought yesterday in SAIL Amsterdam. What an amazing amount of beatiful big sailing boats and myriads small and big boats as well. Our captain navigated us very carefully among all of them. While Lawrence was giving info on the boats but also history tips over AMS, with a tone of humour. We enjoyed the drinks on board and the great company of the other passagers as well. We will for sure recomend the crew!!!!👏👏👏👏👏
M.c.m.
Aug 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Huge fun experience to sail past all the ships. Only the check-in was a drama. You get a time, arrive on time only to have to wait an hour before you could board at the reserved time. A huge queue as a result. And no explanation. I had the idea that the staff didn't have it under control either. No complaints about the care on board.
Rudolf
Aug 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Good hosts and pleasant cruise had. However, I expected us to sail through the ice port, i.e. past the sailing ships. Still, had a lot of fun.
Marina
Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We enjoyed ourselves Jesse piloting the boat and Josh sharing his knowledge about what we saw during the Sail were both super.
Meghna
Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The whole experience was nice. A little short but quite good. The hostess was very nice and pleasant.

See the world’s most iconic tall ships up close on a stylish open boat cruise through the heart of SAIL Amsterdam, with a drink in hand, of course.

Getting started

The boat boards just a short walk from Amsterdam Central Station, so it’s super easy to get there. Try to arrive about 15 minutes early to check in smoothly. Just flash your mobile ticket at the pier. They might ask for ID, so keep it handy!

What to expect

This legendary festival only shows up every five years, filling Amsterdam’s waterways with tall ships, navy vessels, and tons of maritime flair.

Features

Chic boat: Cruise for an hour on a sleek, electric-powered open boat with cushioned seats and full-on comfort.

Epic views: Catch close-up looks at towering tall ships, classic wooden boats, and colorful flotillas sailing right by.

Cheers included: Enjoy a drink on board—beer, wine, or soda—because SAIL’s even better with something in your hand.

Add-ons: Sail into sunset luxury with a skipper, hostess, and prime waterfront access offering uninterrupted views of ship parades and spectacular fireworks.

This cruise gives you a super chill, crowd-free way to experience one of the world’s biggest nautical parties—ideal for soaking it all in peace or snapping the perfect photo.

SAIL Amsterdam Tickets

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	10:30am - 11:00pm	last entry 10:00pm
Friday	10:30am - 11:00pm	last entry 10:00pm
Saturday	10:30am - 11:00pm	last entry 10:00pm
Sunday	10:30am - 11:00pm	last entry 10:00pm

What to bring

Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.

What’s not allowed

Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 12 years.

Large luggage bags and smoking are not allowed on this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is not suitable for wheelchair and pram/stroller users.

Additional information

Your pets are allowed on this experience.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the boarding point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your cruise to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

Boarding point

Please check your final voucher for boarding point details and other specific instructuions.