Amsterdam Bike & Boat Tour Combo

This 2.5-hour combination pairs two classic Amsterdam experiences: a 1.5-hour guided bike tour of the city's landmarks and a 1-hour canal cruise on a luxury electric saloon boat. The cruise is run by sister company Flagship Amsterdam, whose cruise was awarded Tripadvisor's top boat cruise worldwide.

The ride takes small groups past the Anne Frank House, through the narrow streets and canals of the Jordaan, to Museumplein with the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum, and through Vondelpark. On the water, a local skipper guides passengers along the UNESCO-listed 17th-century canals, past the Golden Bend's merchant mansions, houseboats and the Skinny Bridge.

Guests book a bike tour time and receive vouchers to schedule the cruise separately, as boats run daily from morning to evening. It suits visitors wanting a fuller introduction to the city at a relaxed pace.

Highlights

• The Anne Frank House and the canal-lined streets of the Jordaan
• Museumplein, with the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum
• A ride through Vondelpark, Amsterdam's best-known park
• Cruising the UNESCO-listed canals on a luxury electric boat
• The Golden Bend's 17th-century merchant houses
• The Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug), arched bridges and houseboats

Surface and terrain
Flat, sealed city streets, canal-side lanes and park paths through central Amsterdam and Vondelpark. Riders share space with local cyclists and trams, so basic confidence on a bike is needed.

Weather
Amsterdam is mild and changeable, with rain possible year-round. Bike tours run rain or shine (ponchos supplied); the covered saloon boat offers shelter on the cruise.

Suitable for
Visitors wanting a fuller first look at the city, combining an easy ride with a relaxing cruise. Riders should be comfortable cycling in traffic. Minimum age 12 on public bike tours.