Amsterdam Cruises
Golden Age canals lined with elegant merchant homes is the familiar backdrop for the Netherlands' historic capital, Amsterdam. Established in the 17th century with the construction of the River Amstel dam, this celebrated port offers everything from treasure-packed museums and antiquarian bookshops to chic boutiques and convivial cafés. Equally, art is never far away in this hub of uber-creative design. One noticeable thing about the city is that, some 150 years after its industrial heyday, Amsterdam is once again awash with producers. [ReadMoreMob]
Amsterdam has some 40 museums, and the Museum Quarter boasts three of the most famous: the Rijksmuseum has paintings from Rembrandt, Vermeer and Frans Hals; the Van Gogh Museum; and the Stedelijk Museum of Modern Art, displays work from Manet to Picasso. The Anne Frankhuis where Anne Frank and her family hid from German troops during the World War II, is an experience many visitors seek. [ReadMoreDesk]
Whether on boat or bike - there are more bikes than permanent residents - exploration of the city is relatively straightforward, and a tour of the Canal Ring district, an UNESCO World Heritage site, is not to be missed. Seemingly unchanged since the 17th century, the district has been recognised for its unique cultural and historical values, and is home to many exclusive gabled facades and their celebrity owners.
Top Experiences
Anne Frank House
No visit to Amsterdam is complete without a visit to Anne Frank House, to see where she and her family lived in hiding for more than two years during World War II. Anne’s original diary and other notebooks can be found on display in the museum.
Amsterdam Canals
Amsterdam is a stunning city with a perfect backdrop to enjoy a canal cruise. There are hop-on-hop-off cruises, evening sailings, candle-lit tours plus many more options, providing a memorable and magical way to discover Amsterdam's many highlights.
Cruises to Amsterdam
Explore Western Europe Cities & Rivers • S2231
- Visit Christmas Markets in Hamburg
- Sample wine, calvados & camembert in Honfleur
- Explore the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam
Antwerp & Amsterdam City Break in Five Nights • T2226
- Take a boat tour of Amsterdam's iconic canals
- Explore Antwerp’s Diamond District
- Discover the Anne Frank House or Rijksmuseum
Antwerp & Amsterdam Bank Holiday Weekend • T2220
- From Antwerp tour to picturesque Ghent
- Explore Amsterdam via a Canal boat tour
- Chance to visit the decennial Floriade Expo
Bank Holiday Escape to the Netherlands • L2309
- Experience the springtime splendour of Keukenhof's tulip gardens
- Discover the many iconic sights of Amsterdam
- SeeK-out Rotterdam's architectural and cultural highlights
Antwerp and Amsterdam in five nights • T2311
- Experience the seasonal delights of the Keukenhof Gardens in Amsterdam
- Explore the exciting city of Antwerp
- Opt for a boat tour to Ghent from Antwerp along picturesque canals
Antwerp & Amsterdam in Five Nights • M2328
- Combine a taste of Fred. Olsen cruising with explorations of two captivating cities
- See the works of Rembrandt, enjoy Belgian chocolates and go behind the scenes at the famous Diamond District in Antwerp
- Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam, and uncover the Dutch capital’s famous cultural and architectural sites.
Classic Christmas Markets • S2325
- The perfect festive getaway before Christmas arrives
- Explore the Christmas markets of cities such as Hamburg and Bruges
- Enjoy plenty of other highlights too, such as a boat tour of Amsterdam’s canals
Dutch Waterways in Five Nights • T2403
- Visit the Netherlands for a wealth of Dutch experiences
- See where famous Edam and Gouda cheeses are made
- Take a boat tour of Amsterdam’s iconic canals
Easter Escape to Germany & the Lowlands • T2405
- Enjoy an Easter break spent discovering the delights of three arresting European cities
- Delve into the maritime heritage of Hamburg; explore Amsterdam’s canals; and revel in Bruges’ Flemish charm
- See maritime industry in action as you sail the River Elbe and the North Sea Canal
European River Cities with Springtime Tulips • M2410
- Escape to a trio of European cities and take in their sights for the perfect springtime break
- A visit to Amsterdam is a highlight, timed to see the Dutch capital’s tulips in full bloom
- Explore Hamburg and sail the River Elbe, and revel in the gems of Antwerp
