Top North Holland Water Tours

Sail around the quaint Dutch city of Haarlem and see a number of its main attractions during this 50-minute boat cruise. Explore the historic city center and see the Teylers Museum, Haarlem Central Station, Jopen Church, and the Frans Hals Museum as you cruise around the canals. This is a relaxing way to explore Haarlem and enjoy the scenic views.

We have a private boottour for about 75 minutes. We will show you the highligts, of the historical city of Haarlem. You and your friends or family are alone on this boat. You will get all the attention of the captain which can tell you a lot about Haarlem. There is also enough time to spend on yourself and to relax. We will have cold drinks and music on board, if you like. We are looking forward to welcome you!

Giethoorn is a unique water village in the Netherlands. The village is also called the Venice of the Netherlands. The excavation of peat soils has created a unique canal system, so that the houses in the center can only be reached by boat. The houses in the center of Giethoorn are picturesque farmhouses with thatched roofs. In addition, the houses are on small islands since they are all completely surrounded by water. This makes it impossible to reach the houses by car. Only by boat or walking where a bridge must be crossed. During the cruise you will sail through these small canals and under the bridges while enjoying coffee or tea. The guide / captain gives you text and explanation about the unique water village. The emergence of the village is discussed as well as unique features that make the village different from all other villages in the Netherlands. Afterwards you will have sailed through the center and over Lake Giethoorn and you have learned how Giethoorn was created.

Escape the crowds and skip the long lines in the popular town of Giethoorn, during this private excursion which also includes two extra stops at windmills and a castle for photo-taking purposes. Your multi-lingual, local driver-guide will chauffeur you in comfort, as you sip on complimentary soft drinks, enjoy the views, and listen to their exclusive insight into the region you wouldn’t get on an independent visit.

Get carried away on the Spaarne river and see a beautiful part of Haarlem outside the city centre Enjoy the wonderful Mill to Mill boat trip on the river Spaarne in Haarlem. Cruising off the beaten track in Haarlem & discover along the way the typical Dutch windmills, what more can a person ask for? Not only adults, but also children will find these along the water remarkeable eye-catchers spectacular. The skipper takes you from the centre of Haarlem past Mill the Adriaan, the Waag and Teylers Museum. After this, you will continue in the direction of Heemstede, a beautiful route along the houseboats. Here you will cruise along mill the ''Unicorn'', you will see a lot of green nature and beautiful stately homes along the Spaarne. The cruise is provided by the experienced staff who for years sail around the Haarlem canal waters. In summer, we sail through Haarlem with open and semi-open boats; in winter, we sail with wonderfully heated covered boats.

Our boat, named Volt has made its first trip In 2020. With our captain, Ed who has a lot of knowledge of Alkmaar and its canals, sailing with Volt is the perfect activity for a fun day with friends, family or colleagues. Volt can accommodate groups of 8 until 28 people, from April until October. Of course the boat is more than just fun. It is also fully electric. One drink is included in the standard ticket. High Tea, High Coffee, High Cocktail, High Beer or High Wines are included when these options are selected.

Join this private day trip and get picked up at your hotel or any other desired location where your private guide and driver will pick you up. From here your private guide will drive you to the Venice of the North called Giethoorn which is a must see when visiting The Netherlands. After a 2-hour drive you arrive at Giethoorn. When arriving your private guide will give you a private walking tour of Giethoorn. With this tour you will see all the main sights of the village. Explore the many waterways, local houses and impressive Dutch countryside. Experience the beautiful landscape of quiet canals, wooden bridges and Dutch homes. Your private guide will tell you everything you need to know about this village. Then your private guide will get you on a 1-hour boat tour of Giethoorn, this way you can truly explore the village since the only way to get around the center is by boat.  After your boat tour you have some time to explore the village by yourself.