Shared Amsterdam Dutch Cheese Tasting Canal Cruise
Explore Amsterdam's canals while sampling authentic Dutch cheeses and wine
About this tour
Dutch Cheese & Wine Pairings • Candlelit Cruise • Local Expert Host
Cheese, Wine, and Amsterdam's Canals
Combine two of Amsterdam's greatest pleasures — a canal cruise and Dutch cheese — on this 1-hour shared experience with Starboard Boats. As you glide past centuries-old canal houses, a local host guides you through a curated tasting of Holland's finest cheeses, paired with wine or your drink of choice, by the light of candles on the water.
More Than a Boat Tour
This isn't just sightseeing from the water — it's a slow, indulgent way to discover Amsterdam's canals while learning about the Dutch cheese-making tradition. Your host walks you through the varieties, the regions, the flavours: aged Gouda from the farm, young Edam, creamy Boerenkaas made from raw milk. Between bites, the canal houses slip past in the candlelight — a perfect backdrop for a tasting that connects food, history, and place.
What's Included
• 1-hour shared candlelit canal cruise
• Curated Dutch cheese tasting selection
• Wine and drink options available on board
• Live commentary from your local skipper and host
• Electric, eco-friendly Starboard canal boat
Practical Info
Duration: 1 hour • Departure: Starboard Dock (Amstel 178), Amsterdam • Evening departure — candlelit atmosphere • Ideal for ages 18+
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 48 hours before your booking for a full refund.
Reschedule up to 24 hours before the cruise via the confirmation email.
Cancel less than 48 hours before your booking and get no refund.