Our best rated journeys
Small Group Boutique Tour
Step aboard our historic boat and feel the history. Relax in the salon, explore the deck for photo spots, and enjoy drinks, nibbles, and stories from our captain.
1.5 hours | From €55 per person
Private Exclusive Tour
Enjoy the charm of a private tour tailored just for you. Choose between the timeless elegance of our historic salon boat, Sophie, or the sleek style of the modern classic, Drift Away.
1.5 hours | From €350, plus €15 per person
About Bow's Journeys
Meet Boudewijn—known to friends and guests as Bow—the heart and soul behind Bow's Journeys.
A proud Amsterdammer and fifth-generation boating enthusiast, Bow has been navigating the city’s canals since the age of 14.
With more than 2 decades of experience and a passion for sharing Amsterdam’s hidden gems, he’s crafted the perfect formula for an unforgettable canal cruising experience his own philosophy that shapes every Bow's Journeys tour.
Bow's Journeys is an owner-operated cruise company unlike most canal tours businesses in Amsterdam. We’re a true Dutch family business, with a personal touch, driven by a love for our city, its history and a dedication to hospitality.
Let us welcome you aboard with open arms, and we’ll make sure you leave with a deep appreciation for our home—Amsterdam.
Our philosophy of the ultimate canal experience
Every canal tour revolves around these four essentials
Sit comfortably
Drink merrily
We offer 2 salon boats:
Sophie, the historic salon fully refurbished and electrified, preserving its original design.
Drift Away, modern classics with cosy seating and huge windows (offered for Private Tours)
We have a selection of a top shelf alcohol, best Dutch beers, wines and soft drinks.
Some say our captain makes the killer G&Ts!
Also we offer the most Dutch snacks, sweet and savoury.
Enjoy the best view
Be entertained
Our spacious boats allow our guests to move around freely and enjoy the best views as we guide them through Amsterdam's top spots.
Are you up for open-air seating at the bow and stern, or stay classic salon in the middle? Move around and find out!
Our Amsterdam captains are true fanatics of the city and its history. They also have a very solid true Dutch sense of humor.
Try them if you dare.