VIP & Luxury · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
Some coastlines only make sense from the water. These 15 run from a two-hour canal cruise with an open bar to a multi-day cabin on a bay, each priced and clear on how much swimming time you get.
Review of Amsterdam’s electric canal cruise with landmark views, live guides, optional unlimited drinks and bites, winter comfort tips, and value advice.
“Great experience very easy to find staff are very friendly and fun, very knowledgeable! Would recommend”
Review of Amsterdam’s one-hour Friendship saloon boat cruise, with canal sights, live commentary, optional drinks, blankets, price, and tips.
“We had a relaxing, informative, and comfortable cruise on the canal and absolutely loved it. Our time in Amsterdam was cut short by flight delays but we did this our first night in town and got to see and enjoy so much. And the knowledgeable team gave us a few recommendations for making the most of our time in Amsterdam as well. Unforgettable evening, highly recommend. It was also less crowded at some times than others - we were almost crammed on an earlier scheduled tour but were so glad we waited for the next one to enjoy a more comfortable ride.”
Cruise from Hurghada to Orange Bay for snorkeling, buffet lunch, massage, water sports, and Red Sea views for $53.
“All staff on the trip were outstanding, food was nice would recommend the trip”
Review of Istanbul’s 2-hour Bosphorus sunset yacht cruise, with palace views, snacks, practical tips, value, seating advice, and honest drawbacks.
“Great staff, wonderful cruise boat, covered lots of areas, fantastic snacks with tea and lemonades, great experience”
Cruise Amsterdam’s canals with a welcome cocktail, Dutch waffle, city views, blankets, and optional unlimited drinks for an hour.
“Fabulous boat ride, blankets provided, very tasty cocktail and really good guides!”
Review of Los Cabos luxury sailing, snorkeling, lunch, open bar, hotel pickup, wildlife, costs, drawbacks, and booking tips.
“Extremely friendly and professional crew. Snorkeling was some of the best we have done on tours. Overall very pleased with the entire outing. Everything was top notch for food and entertainment!”
Spot whales and dolphins, swim beneath Cabo Girão, and enjoy Madeira’s coast on a relaxed three-hour catamaran cruise.
“Here is the revised version without the part about needing anything: ⸻ My mother and I had an absolutely amazing catamaran trip in Madeira! The skipper was incredibly friendly and made the whole experience unforgettable. He even sang along to the music, which created such a fun and relaxed atmosphere on board. His positive energy really set the tone for the entire trip. The combination of beautiful views, great music, and his fantastic mood made this one of the highlights of our stay in Madeira. It was such a special experience for both of us, and we truly enjoyed every minute. Highly recommended – we would definitely do it again!”
Explore three islands near Zadar by small speedboat, with swimming, snorkeling, walks, free time, and a surprise stop for $35.
“It was a great mixture of sight seeing and activity, fully recommendable! Also our guide Luca gave us some exciting information about history and made the tour very nice :)”
Review of Bangkok’s 5-star Chao Phraya dinner and sunset cruises, with buffet details, rooftop seating tips, entertainment, value, and booking advice.
“Food was good. Service and shows were excellent! Definitely a 'must do' in Bangkok.”
Review of the Cu Chi Tunnels speedboat tour from Ho Chi Minh City, with river views, early access, local guides, breakfast, lunch, and practical tips.
“Came by cruise ship and booked this tour on our own instead of ship excursion. Trip up the Saigon river in the private speed boat was worth it in and of itself! Tunnels were very interesting, however I was claustrophobic and bailed. We did shoot the heavy artillery though, wow that was fun! As Americans it is a tour that will sadden you and upset you at the same time. This war area was not a fun place for our soldiers, it will bring a tear to your eyes. Book the earliest trip in the morning so you are one of the first guests there. It is a very popular…”
Review of Istanbul’s 2-hour Bosphorus yacht cruise, with sunset views, palace landmarks, Turkish snacks, guide tips, price value, and drawbacks.
“Unable to participate in cruise. Went to designated location and nobody was there to greet or organize passengers. Approached a landing boat and was told to wait by a tree. Waited…. Not approached to board any boat. After a while approached another incoming boat - was told our cruise had departed. Not organized at all.”
Review of Hera Cruise’s 2-day Halong Bay tour from Hanoi, with kayaking, caves, Ti Top Island, meals, cabins, transport, and practical tips.
“Great experience with the team of HERA cruise-everything perfectly organized and streamlined to make it a memorable event.”
Review of Ocean Freedom’s Cairns reef cruise, with two snorkel sites, glass-bottom viewing, seafood lunch, safety tips, and honest value advice.
“It was an amazing day. All the crew members were very friendly and helpful all day, they had a solution for everybody in every situation.”
Review of Istanbul’s 2-hour sunset yacht cruise, with Bosphorus landmarks, Turkish snacks, live commentary, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amazing boat trip! Everything was perfectly organized, the crew was friendly and professional, and the views were absolutely stunning. The atmosphere was relaxing, the boat was clean and comfortable, and the whole experience felt unforgettable. Highly recommended! Nur is the best person, she saved my trip. I was 5 min late and she do the best, she find me and show me the boat.”
Review of Antalya’s waterfalls, Old Town, boat trip, and optional cable car, with honest advice on price, timing, lunch, and what to expect.
“I did not really enjoyed today activities , i felt really rushed . The tour guide was not involved as much as he should be , he was knowledgeable explaining the history of the place but will let us on our own to go around trying to find our way back instead of walking with us the way a tour guide suppose to do!! Meanwile other groups had their guide with them, at some point some people from our groups were left behind trying to find their way therefore wasted 30 min waiting for them. Only gave 3 for my review because the driver was nice.”
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