SAIL Amsterdam 2025 Cruise - Europe's biggest maritime festival
Overview
Enjoy the summer sun and the sails on our guided boat tours showcasing historical Tall, Naval, and Heritage ships.
Europe’s biggest maritime festival returns! SAIL celebrates its 10th edition, its 50th birthday, and Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary.
Step aboard for a once-in-a-lifetime experience and enjoy SAIL Amsterdam 2025 from the best place possible — the water! This 60-minute cruise takes you up close to many magnificent ships docked along the IJ River in a truly magical experience.
Departing from just outside Central Station, you’ll be amazed as we cruise past majestic tall ships, iconic fishing vessels, and impressive navy boats — all here to celebrate the city’s rich maritime history.
Special note: On Wednesday 20 August (13:00–16:00) and Sunday 25 August (13:00–16:00), cruises align with the SAIL-in and SAIL-out parades — the awe-inspiring arrival and departure of the fleet. The number of ships passing by during these tours may vary due to nautical conditions.
What's Included
- A free SAIL app with detailed info, fun facts, and real-time updates about the fleet
- 1-hour boat tour
- Entry to SAIL Amsterdam event
- Restroom on board
- Wifi onboard
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks (can be purchased at location)
- Headphones (Bring your own or purchase at location)
Meeting Location
Prins Hendrikkade
1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Centraal Station (Pass By)
NEMO Science Museum (Pass By)
Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum (Pass By)
IJ (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Departure every 15 minutes daily at 4.00 PM
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: Will I get seasick on SAIL Amsterdam 2025 Cruise – Europe’s biggest maritime festival?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-2544P79
Additional Info
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- A free SAIL app with detailed info, fun facts, and real-time updates about the fleet.
- 1-hour boat tour.
- Entry to SAIL Amsterdam event.
- Restroom on board.
- Wifi onboard.
- Gratuities.
- Food and drinks (can be purchased at location).
- Headphones (Bring your own or purchase at location).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the SAIL Amsterdam 2025 Cruise - Europe's biggest maritime festival is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for SAIL Amsterdam 2025 Cruise - Europe's biggest maritime festival will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- A free SAIL app with detailed info, fun facts, and real-time updates about the fleet
- 1-hour boat tour
- Entry to SAIL Amsterdam event
- Restroom on board
- Wifi onboard
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks (can be purchased at location)
- Headphones (Bring your own or purchase at location)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Departure every 15 minutes daily at 4.00 PM
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
