Morning Canal Cruise Amsterdam

Cruise the canals of Amsterdam with a small group and see the beautiful city waking up from the water

Early Morning Canal Cruise Amsterdam



Kickstart your day in a unique way by joining us and a small group of fellow guests for a morning cruise through Amsterdam’s canals. This might just be our favorite way to start the day, and we bet you’ll soon feel the same! Our morning canal tour boat accommodates up to maximum of 24 guests.

Please note we allow a maximum of 6 guests from the same group.

This ensures a pleasant mix of guests on board. The morning cruise is perfect for families with children of all ages and small groups of friends who want to see Amsterdam come to life from the water.

What to know about this Morning Canal Cruise Amsterdam


• This tour is hosted in English.
• Our professional skipper operates the boat.
• The group size for this tour is a maximum of 24 people.
• Up to 6 guests from the same group can join.*
• This morning cruise includes one drink of your choice.
• The price for the morning cruise is €39 per adult and €24 per child (excluding a small booking fee).
• During the summer season, the cruise starts at 9:15 AM and ends 75 minutes at a centrally located pick-up point.

*Prefer to cruise with a larger group of your choice? Check out our private tours!
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What to expect on the Morning Canal Cruise Amsterdam


Rise and shine sleepyhead! At 9:15 AM, you step aboard one of our authentic canal boats , along with a small group of fellow guests. For the next 75 minutes, you’ll glide through the beautiful Amsterdam canals, passing by some of the city’s most stunning spots. Our expert skipper will share fascinating insights about the various spots along the way, but will also leave plenty of time for you to enjoy the cruise in silence or by chatting with your fellow guests. Trust us, it’s better than coffee.
Of course we do serve coffee and other drinks, including juices, soft drinks and tea. For those who want to start their day with a little extra cheer, we also offer beer or wine. This morning cruise includes one free drink.

The Amsterdam Morning Canal Cruise Route


During the morning canal cruise, we take you on an adventure to showcase the city’s diversity. We navigate through the city center and hidden neighborhoods you might not discover otherwise. The route is designed to highlight the best of the morning light, illuminating the picturesque rooftops of the famous 17th-century canal houses.

Cruise the Amsterdam Canals with your family


This morning canal cruise through Amsterdam is a perfect family outing. Your kids will love this unique experience on the water and will be amazed by all of Amsterdam’s beauty. Of course they can enjoy a nice drink on board too, like juice of lemonade.

Many tour operators in Amsterdam allow kids on all their tours, even those with open bars and often lots of alcohol. At Pure Boats however, we choose to only allow kids on our family-friendly Highlights of Amsterdam Cruise , the Morning Canal Cruise and Private Cruises .

A Morning Canal Cruise in Amsterdam: here’s why!


Our morning boat departs at 9:15 AM. At this time of day, we almost have the canals to ourselves, which is a unique experience. You’ll see few other boats, making it feel like the entire canal district is reserved just for you. It’s true what they say: the early bird catches the worm! Whether you’re a local or a visitor, this morning canal cruise truly is a unique experience.
Book your morning canal cruise in Amsterdam at the top right of this page and see the city from a whole new perspective.

Prefer to stay in bed a little longer and enjoy a canal boat tour around noon? Check out our Highlights of Amsterdam Tour or The Ultimate Canal Cruise.

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