Your skipper is a local and your storyteller. Expect amazing stories, city facts, and answers to any question. You’ll hear the city’s history, daily life, and quirky facts all without any audioguide or crowded boats.
Quick facts about Small Boat Cruise
- Seating: 12 seats
- Vibe: Calm, conversational, camera-friendly
- Boat: Open-air, 100% emission-free
- Perfect for: Couples, friends, solo travelers
The most unique adventure on Amsterdam's canals
Stromma are the only supplier of small 12-person canal cruises, allowing guests to explore the narrowest of Amsterdam’s canals. You’ll glide silently through the canals, making it easier to soak in the atmosphere; from tree-lined banks and charming bridges to secret courtyards and stately canal houses.
Why book a Small Group Canal Cruise
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12 seats only: A true Amsterdam canal tour small boat – personal, relaxed, and easy for conversation.
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Freindly skippers: Our cozy 12-seater open-air sloops allow a more intimate cruise where your skipper feels more like a local friend, showing you the iconic sights of Amsterdam from the comfort of the water.
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Unique route: The small size of our boats allows for easy access into narrower canals most canal cruises cannot access, unlocking exclusive city sights many have not seen before.
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Sustainable Tour: Our open-aired sloops allow you to enjoy the fresh breeze in the air and the smell of the trees that line the canals with our 100% emission-free boats
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Local insight: Not a script. Real tips for food, neighborhoods, and things to do after the cruise.
What you'll see
Tree-lined banks, stately canal houses, charming bridges – plus lesser-known spots most visitors miss. It’s the amsterdam small boat canal tour people book when they want atmosphere over crowds.
Whether you’re a couple looking for a calm activity, friends craving a quality experience, or a solo traveler in search of connection, this small group tour gives you space to breathe and stories to remember. It’s the kind of experience that makes you fall in love with the city all over again.
