Leiden Private Canal Boat Tour with Drinks and Snacks

Overview

Explore the enchanting canals of Leiden on a private boat tour. With exclusive access to the city’s picturesque waterways, this wonderful cruise offers a unique perspective of Leiden’s rich history and culture. Enjoy onboard drinks and snacks while a friendly local guide shares hidden gems and stories about the city’s landmarks. Perfect for couples or small groups seeking an intimate experience, this private tour allows you to immerse yourself in the charm of Leiden at your own pace. - 90-minute private canal cruise tailored for 2 to 6 passengers, or a private bigger group tour for up to 25 persons. - Enjoy drinks and snacks included during the cruise - Guided by a knowledgeable local captain who shares insights about Leiden - Depart from Beestenmarkt, just a short walk from Leiden Central Station (our bigger group tour starts at the Aalmarkt in the center of Leiden)

Itinerary

1. One of the central squares in Leiden surrounded by classic Dutch houses.

   · Non-stop passage

2. Old Observatory Leiden

   View from the water of the dome and buildings of the Old Observatory, one of the places Albert Einstein worked in Leiden.

   · Non-stop passage

3. Molen de Put

   Reconstruction of the Windmill of the father of Rembrandt Van Rijn.

   · Non-stop passage

4. The old harbor in Leiden, where classic Dutch ships are moored as well as typical Dutch living ships ("Woonboten")

   · Non-stop passage

5. Hortus Botanicus Leiden

   The gardens of the Hortus Botanicus, one of the oldest of it's kind (1590)

   · Non-stop passage

6. Van der Werfpark

   Park that was created after the famous gunpowder explosion in 1807.

   · Non-stop passage

7. The Leidse Waag is a national monument located on the Aalmarkt in Leiden. It was built around 1657 to a design by Pieter Post on the site of the old, wooden weigh house. This had stood since 1455 at the place where the Oude Rijn, the Nieuwe Rijn, and the Mare meet.

   · Non-stop passage

8. Koornbrug

   The Koornbrug (locally: Koornbeursbrug) is a fixed stone arch bridge with a double canopy. For centuries, grain was traded on the bridge. The first mention of a bridge at this location dates back to the 15th century. In 1642, this bridge was replaced by the current Koornbrug, featuring three arches and elegant natural stone facades. The foundation stone was laid on December 15, 1642.

   · Non-stop passage

9. Rapenburg gracht Leiden

   The Rapenburg is the most famous and one of the most beautiful canals in the center of Leiden, often described as a chic, historic waterway with stately 17th-century buildings. It is known for its rich university history (Academiegebouw), cultural attractions (Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, Hortus Botanicus), and royal residents during their student days.

   · Non-stop passage

10. The canal is situated on the western and southern edges of the canal structure completed in the 17th century that encloses the inner city of Leiden.

    · Non-stop passage

11. The Old and New Rhine separate west of Leiderdorp at the Leidse Waardeiland and rejoin in a canalized form in the middle of Leiden's city center. The city of Leiden originated on the headland on this side.

    · Non-stop passage

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What to know before you go

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• It will be necessary to step on and off the boat, so please keep this in mind if your party has anyone with limited mobility.
• We will be traveling on an open boat, so please dress according to the weather.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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