7 Cheese Tastings Worth Flying For

1.Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31,825 reviews · from $21Our pick

Spend an hour on Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed Canal Ring aboard a covered wooden saloon boat. Your onboard host points out the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Jordaan, Skinny Bridge, and other landmarks while you enjoy Gouda cheese, mustard, beer, wine, or soft drinks if your booking includes the drinks package. Expect a cozy ride, friendly hosts, and variable views through covered windows.

“A great way to explore the city of Amsterdam from a different perspective. The tour guide taught us so many different things that we otherwise wouldn’t have known, and was happy to answer any questions. It was fun! We opted for the adRead more”

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2.Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Cheese & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 27,035 reviews · 1 hour · from $18Best value

Spend one hour on a covered, fully electric boat with an English-speaking skipper and hostess. You’ll pass the Skinny Bridge, Golden Bend, Jordaan, Old Harbor, Maritime Museum, and Anne Frank House area. Add unlimited Dutch cheese, wine, beer, and soft drinks for a relaxed, social cruise. Guides such as Kevin, Arnoud, and Kirsten are known for lively storytelling.

“Arnoud, Kirsten and Omri did a fantastic job. Arnoud and Kirsten were charismatic and helpful. They told us interesting facts about the city and always made sure we had enough to drink ;) Time flew by. Much better than the standard canal boat trips. Would definitely recommend!”

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3.Evening Candle Light Cruise With Wine & Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,774 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Cruise Amsterdam’s Golden Age canals in a covered boat for up to 26 people. Your English-speaking skipper and host guide you past Jordaan, the Red Light District, Prinsengracht, the Golden Bend, Seven Bridges, and the Magere Brug. Choose two drinks or unlimited wine, beer, and soda with Dutch cheese.

“It was an amazing experience. Edward and Freddie were amazing guides. Got to see the beautiful architecture of Amsterdam an hour well spent. 10/10 would recommend 🙌🏽”

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4.Giethoorn Tour Scenic Cruise, Cheese & Free Time

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,461 reviews · 8 hours · from $75

Travel from Amsterdam to Giethoorn by air-conditioned coach, with English commentary from your driver, a one-hour cruise led by a local skipper, Henri Willig cheese tasting, and about three hours to explore alone. Drivers such as Gilbert, Peter, and Martin are praised for lively storytelling. Lunch and drinks in Giethoorn cost extra.

“Standard. Great bus. Very touristy but the village is stunning. I got there and rented a private boat which was stunning.”

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5.Cozy Cheese & Wine Cruise Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,156 reviews · 1h 15m · from $39

Board Stromma’s heated boat near Central Station for a 75-minute English-language cruise with Dutch cheeses, snacks, and unlimited wine, beer, or soft drinks. A captain and host share Amsterdam stories as you pass the Canal Belt, Anne Frank House, houseboats, and Magere Brug. Seating is arranged in advance, so book together.

“We really enjoyed our cheese and wine tour, the hosts were fabulous and kept us well hydrated throughout the tour!!! Lovely anecdotes from the team about various areas of Amsterdam! A great way to see a great city!”

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6.Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 839 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $41

Meet at the LOVERS café opposite Amsterdam Central Station for a 1.5-hour evening cruise through the Canal Belt. Sip white, red, rosé, or sparkling wine while sharing Dutch cheeses, bread, and charcuterie. Expect illuminated bridges, Golden Age merchant houses, houseboats, music, and an English-speaking crew.

“It was awesome! The whole crew was great, I will definitely book it again when I am back in Amsterdam.”

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7.Harbor Cruise with Wine and Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 795 reviews · 1h 30m · from $49

Spend 90 minutes on Hamburg Harbor with three glasses of red or white wine, 150 grams of regional cheese and crackers, and live German commentary. You will pass the docks, St. Michael's Church, Elbphilharmonie, HafenCity, and possibly Speicherstadt, with indoor heating and an outdoor deck depending on the season and weather.

“Einfach alles war so super! Guter Wein, nette Unterhaltung, einfach ein wirklich schöner Abend. Kann ich wirklich sehr weiter empfehlen”

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