King's Day on the Water
Celebrate King's Day on Amsterdam's canals. Join our decorated boats with music, drinks and the best atmosphere in the city.
Amsterdam's biggest party, from the best seat
King's Day is when Amsterdam turns orange. The canals fill with boats of every size, the streets overflow with music and market stalls, and the entire city becomes one giant celebration. There is no better place to be than on the water.
With your own boat and an experienced captain who knows exactly how to navigate the busy waterways, you and your group are in the middle of it all. Wave at the boats around you. Dance to the music drifting across the water. Raise a glass to the King.
Your own boat, your own celebration
King's Day on the canals is unlike anything else. The atmosphere is electric. Boats float side by side, strangers become friends, and Amsterdam shows a side of itself that only comes out once a year.
Your captain handles all the navigation. You don't need to worry about the traffic on the water. Sit back, enjoy the views, and let the party come to you.
What to bring
Bring your own drinks and snacks. Dress in orange. Bring your best energy. We take care of the rest: the boat, the captain, and the route through the busiest and most festive parts of the canal ring.
Book early
King's Day boats sell out fast. This is the most popular event of the year, and the number of boats on the canals is limited. Reserve your spot well in advance to make sure you're on the water when Amsterdam celebrates.
What our guests say
★★★★★Great tour and super nice guides. Exciting information and with a lot of funny stories. Would do it again any time.
★★★★★Skipper and narrator had knowledge and humor. Beautiful boat, delicious drinks. It's worth repeating!
★★★★★We had a mega fun trip despite it raining. The boat was great. Rene and Nina made the evening with their fun and stories about the art. Definitely recommended.
★★★★★An incredible canal cruise. The captain was an absolute delight, very friendly, especially toward the children in our group. With the small boat we could enter even the little canals that big tourist boats can't reach. Our guide was funny and knowledgeable.
★★★★★We arrived in Amsterdam and the first step was this fabulous boat. Not only was it educative but also fun. We had a fabulous hour exploring the canals. The cushions and service were flawless and you really can't beat the price.
★★★★★From the moment we stepped on the boat we were so relaxed. The atmosphere was so lovely. They served drinks during the cruise at very good prices, the staff were so friendly and gave us a great insight into Amsterdam. A great way to spend an hour.
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Skip the planning. Book your own private boat with captain and host, ready in minutes.
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