Best of · WINE AND CHEESE TASTINGS IN THE NETHERLANDS
Dairies take small groups and market days come once a week, so the good wine and cheese tastings in the Netherlands go early. Below: the 15 to book ahead, and how they differ.
Cruise Amsterdam’s canals on a cozy electric saloon boat with live guiding, historic sights, and optional unlimited Dutch cheese and wine.
“Guides were great and the wine flowed, they never let the glass get empty! They were friendly and knowledgeable and all round great hosts. The boat didn’t look anything like the picture but was fine nonetheless. All round definitely worth it.”
Amsterdam’s one-hour candlelight canal cruise pairs evening views, Dutch cheese, and optional drinks with friendly local guides.
“Very kind and fun guide and group. Actually our tour was more a talk and drink with some historic informations around the canals and city. Was very fun and if you like beer go buy the unlimited drinks package.”
Review of Amsterdam’s cozy cheese and wine cruise, with canal views, unlimited drinks, practical tips, value, seating, and who should book.
“The Cheese and Wine Canal Cruise was a great experience! Our guide was equally hilarious and informative. We took this tour towards the end of our trip and I’m so glad we did! There are so many sights we missed while walking and biking. Seeing the historic buildings from the canals and learning about each canal house from our guide was a great way to end our wonderful time in Amsterdam! Also, the wine and cheese were spectacular! The service was fantastic. 10/10 recommend!”
Cruise Amsterdam’s lit canals with Dutch cheese, wine, music, and city views on this relaxed 1.5-hour evening boat ride.
“After reading the reviews I was a tad worried about the quality of the canal cruise .. but we had the best time!! There was more than enough cheeses, bread, grapes etc … didn’t even manage to finish it! And our lovely lady who was serving everyone on the boat was super attentive and we had more than enough wine. Saw some great sights and it was a wonderful Amsterdam experience… will definitely be booking again when we visit next. Well worth the money! Thank you to all the staff 😊”
See Amsterdam by night on a 75-minute canal cruise with Dutch cheese, flowing wine, glass-enclosed comfort, and illuminated bridges.
“Very enjoyable relaxed cruise around the canals with lots of cheese and lots of wine! Lots to see and informative and funny commentary”
See Amsterdam by night on a 90-minute canal cruise with illuminated bridges, audio commentary, and optional wine and cheese.
“Meeting point is easy to find. Very informative and beautiful in the evening, cruise very much enjoyed”
Taste five Dutch Gouda cheeses with three wines, learn the story of Old Amsterdam, and save 20% in the shop afterward.
“Super fun. Our group of 5 learned a lot. Highly recommend.”
Amsterdam wine and cheese cruise review with canal views, Golden Bend highlights, practical tips, value advice, and honest drawbacks.
“We were somewhat disappointed in the food portion of the evening. There were 4 of us and in addition to 4 pieces of cheese of each of 4 types of cheese, there were 3 grapes (not bunches - 3 grapes!) and 1 small roll each. Wine was good and ample. It was difficult to see sights because it was dark, and very little narration by driver/guide - mostly very loud 60's-70's rock & roll. We would recommend a daytime canal cruise.”
Review of Amsterdam’s one-hour cheese and wine canal cruise, with route details, guide quality, value, seating tips, and booking advice.
“The boat is small and intimate in a good way. Sit in the back and you can see everything without any windows in the way. The snacks are delish. The guide is personable and funny. The ride gave us a good overview of the area and oriented us to the city center.”
Review of Amsterdam’s small-group evening canal cruise with wine, craft beer, cheese, city lights, and practical booking advice.
“Really intimate and beautiful. We did a canal boat ride during the day and the this one at night highlighted very different things which was great. Claas was a great host. The cheese was freaking amazing.”
Taste five Dutch cheeses with European wines in central Amsterdam, with friendly guidance, cheese-making stories, and a useful shop discount.
“Thanks to the host this was a wonderful experience! We learned a lot about cheese products, production process and some Dutch history. The wine was very well chosen for the cheese we tried. The location is designed with great attention to detail. Thanks again to the host!”
Review of Amsterdam’s classic salonboat cruise with Dutch cheese, wine, canal sights, practical tips, value, and honest drawbacks.
“Enjoyable way to see Amsterdam, boat was lovely and the tour guides very knowledgeable. Wine and cheese made it the perfect excursion!”
Taste 10 Dutch cheeses with wine or beer in central Amsterdam, learn the Henri Willig story, and save 10% on shop purchases.
“Great tasting and our tour guide was the grandson of the founder. The venue was super clean and easy to find.”
Review of Groningen’s one-hour evening cheese and wine cruise, with canal sights, live English guide, open bar, price, tips, and practical limits.
“Het was een erg leuke rondvaart. De gids vertelde vol passie over de stad Groningen en wij vonden het erg leuk en leerzaam! De kaas en wijn was ook top! Wij zouden het zeker aanraden en wij willen Jelle enorm bedanken voor deze leuke ervaring!”
Cruise Amsterdam’s canals by candlelight with wine, cheese, local stories, and views of the Red Light District, bridges, and historic sights.
“The boat was not as pictured or described. It was not an open boat, rather had a roof which greatly limited visibility. I selected the trip based on the images and description so was very disappointed with what was provided. Would not recommend if you are after an open boat.”
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