Amsterdam Hop On Hop Off Bus and Boat Sightseeing Combo Excursion

Description

• Round-trip route with on/off privileges in Amsterdam City!
  
• Comfortable double-decker open-top city shore excursion buses!
  
• Climate-controlled buses with Wi-Fi and Wheelchair access!
• Convenient stop near the cruise ship pier!
• Covered, sightseeing boats with panoramic windows!
• 1 boat routes along the Amsterdam City Channels!
• Easy to use system map of Amsterdam City!
  
• Audio narration on the bus - available in 18 languages!
  
• 10 Bus and 8 Boat stops at the must-see sites!

See the highlights of Amsterdam on a City Sightseeing Double-Decker open-top bus combined with a boat cruise and get to see Amsterdam from the water! You can continue your adventure through the waters and embark on the trip of a lifetime down the Amsterdam Canals. Jump-off the boat to visit Anne Frank's House, The Van Gogh Museum, The Royal Palace and many more fabulous attractions, all of which make this city very unique! 

There is so much to see and do in Amsterdam, you will want to get an early start. There are 11 stops on the bus route and one is nearby to the cruise ship terminal. Guests may choose to stay on the bus for the full route which takes approximately 75 minutes or hop off at any of the stops to explore. Then just hop back on the next bus by - the buses run every 15 minutes. You may book up to 3 months prior to your excursion date.

Guests can listen to a commentary that is available in 18 different languages; headsets are provided onboard. Please see the link below for a route map so you can start planning your day. 

There are endless fun things to do here in Amsterdam, stake a bet at the Casino, channel your inner rock star in the Hard Rock Cafe, or even walk through the Red Light District. You'll find things to do for everyone - history, shopping, and the unique! 

Are you ready to explore Amsterdam from the waters? There are 2 routes that you can enjoy - the Blue Line and the Green Line. The hop on hop off boat routes takes between an hour and 2 hours for a full loop. Sit back and enjoy the journey down the canal as the boat takes you to some fabulous attractions. The boat runs every 30 minutes and you'll be able to witness the spectacular views of the city from a different perspective as well as learn all about its culture and history through the commentary, offered in several languages. Go ahead and combine your bus routes with the boat for a fun-filled day and see the most of Amsterdam!

Note that entrance fees to the attractions are not included.

BUS RED ROUTE
From 09:30 AM to 05:15 PM. The full circuit is 65 minutes, runs every 20 minutes.

1. Central Station (van Gogh Cafe/Lovers)/Prins Hendrikkade 25
2. Passenger Terminal Amsterdam
   
3. Gassan Diamonds
4. Jewish Historial Quarter
5. Royal Theatre Carré
6. Heineken Experience
7. Museum District
8. Leidseplein / Vondelpark
9. Jordaan / Westerpark
10. Westerdok

BOAT GREEN ROUTE

From 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM. The full circuit is 120 minutes, runs every 30 minutes.

1. Central Station - Opposite ´Lovers Canal Cruises´
3. NEMO Science-Museum
4. Gassan Diamonds
5. Amsterdam Icebar
6. Albert Cuyp Market
7. Museumplein / Rijksmuseum
8. Anne Frank House / Westermarkt

Please download a copy of the route map here. You will receive another on the bus.

What is included?

• Round-trip route with on/off privileges in Amsterdam City
  
• Comfortable double-decker open-top city shore excursion buses
  
• Climate-controlled buses with Wi-Fi and Wheelchair access
• Convenient stop near the cruise ship pier
• Covered, sightseeing boats with panoramic windows
• 1 boat routes along the Amsterdam City Channels
• Easy to use system map of Amsterdam City
  
• Audio narration on the bus - available in 18 languages
  
• 10 Bus and 8 Boat stops at the must-see sites

Excursion Notes

• Excursion prices shown are quoted in US dollars.
  
• As you may be visiting a religious or memorial site, shoulders and knees must be covered for men and women.
• We suggest you have cash (Euros) on hand for refreshments, excursion staff gratuities, shopping, etc.
• Sensible, rubber-soled walking shoes are highly recommended along with sun protection.
• Please note that admission or entrance fees to the attractions/museums, etc are not included.

Where we meet

For the Amsterdam Hop On Hop Off Bus and Boat Sightseeing Combo Excursion, there are numerous starting locations all over Amsterdam City. All necessary details will be printed on your Electronic Shore Excursion Ticket.

Excursion Restrictions

• Fold-up wheelchairs can be accommodated on the lower level of the bus only.
• Many sites in the city are not wheelchair accessible.
• Guests must be able to navigate a narrow steep staircase to access the top deck of the bus.
• Guests must be able to walk on paved, gravel and cobblestone surfaces, some on inclines at most stops.
• There are steps required to enter several of the sites as well as steep curbs in some areas.
• Seating on the bus is on a first come basis.
• Excursion tickets are only valid on City Sightseeing buses. Unused tickets or tickets presented to another operator are non-refundable.
• As there is no specific end time the excursion, it is the guest's responsibility to know their ships scheduled departure time and plan their day to be back on board at the appointed time.

Excursion FAQ

Cancellation

• Your ship arrives into port late and you cannot make it in time to the meeting location (we will verify with the tour operator).
• Your ship skips/misses the port.
• Weather conditions or equipment failure prevents the operator from running the excursion.
• A medical problem prevents you from safely participating in the excursion (we will verify with the excursion operator and the guest may send doctor's note). This applies to individuals only and not the remainder of the group.
  
• Cancellations/deposit refund requests that do not comply with the above may not be subject to refund.
• Refunds may be subject to a service charge fee as determined by the payment processor, please refer to Terms and Conditions for more information.