3 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
English
Included
€ 40
€ 36.80
Free cancellation and unlimited rescheduling leads to total flexibility while you plan your travels
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Start your adventure in Amsterdam with a tour that provides the perfect introduction to the city, blending history and entertainment in a way that’s uniquely Amsterdam. With an expert guide, you’ll be taken through the city's vibrant history, from its humble beginnings as a small village on the River Amstel to its rise as the most important trading city in Europe. This insightful journey will offer you the stories and secrets that you won’t hear elsewhere, giving you a deeper connection with the city’s past and present.
During the tour, you'll hear about Amsterdam's colorful and sometimes controversial history, from the origins of the Red Light District and drug decriminalization to the heart-wrenching tragedy of Anne Frank’s story and the city's experience during Nazi occupation. These captivating tales will give you a rich understanding of how the city evolved, making this tour the ideal starting point for anyone wanting to know more about the city beyond its famous landmarks.
After the tour, you’ll be free to explore further at your own pace, whether that means immersing yourself in the art and history of Amsterdam’s renowned museums or discovering the charming cafés and lively bars of the Jordaan District. This tour not only provides you with a solid understanding of Amsterdam’s past but also sets you up to make the most of your time in this fascinating and dynamic city. Whether you’re new to Amsterdam or revisiting, it’s the perfect way to get your bearings and ensure you have a memorable experience.
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Paap’s tour is canals, comedy, and history all perfectly stirred. Every bridge feels like a punchline. Easily the best way to see Amsterdam— and maybe the only time you’ll wish the boat went slower. 10/10 solid dude.
We have had the greatest SAIL 2025 tour we could ever imagine. Paapings navigational skills and major knowledge on the (historical) facts of many impressive tall ships was very interesting. The timing with the firework show was very impressive as it was extremely busy, but we were still on schedule. I would 200 % recommend a great tour when ever you visiti in Amsterdam. It would make your trip to Amsterdam a great experience.
Paap took us on an amazing 90 minute cruise and tour today. He was willing to pick us up at Leidesplein and even drop us off at the Rijksmuseum afterward. It was a wonderful time and conversation with us the whole trip. Felt more like going on a boat ride with a friend than hiring a tour from a stranger. We really enjoyed that personal connection. Recommend to anyone booking a tour for 6 people or so. It was amazing.
Really worth your money. I booked this tour via TripAdvisor and the boat and her captain were ready to welcome me aboard. It’s truly the best way to see hidden gems and corners of this beautiful city, right after renting a bike and roaming through the canals. I love this city for its vibrant and sparkling atmosphere, for its informality, for the freedom to be whomever and whatever you are. Very friendly folks ❤️
Fantastic canal tour that I 100% recommend to book when traveling to Amsterdam with your friends and family. Unlike other touristy canal cruises that you see around the city, what we really love the most about this tour was that you had a private boat away from the crowds, and you can really take in the cityscape at your own pace. We all thought that the hour of tour flew by so quickly when everything around you was so beautiful. I love that Paap cruised us around many beautiful canals and he was so knowledgeable to share as many local history and fun facts of the city. This canal cruise is super comfy & perfect for small groups coming to Amsterdam around 4-6 people, and comes with free drinks! We did our tour around noon, but I imagine during summer time even late night sunset tours would also be super amazing to experience too!
