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Where to Get on the Water in Style: the 15 Best Luxury Boat Trips

231 tours  ·  from $5 a head

Every hull on the site, from a two-hour bay cruise to a full charter day. The 15 below are priced and clear about how much swimming, sailing and sitting still each one really involves.

Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option - Anne Frank House and Westerkerk on Prinsengracht
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Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option

1.Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30,518 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $18Our pick

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals for about an hour on a small electric boat with live English commentary. See Jordaan, Prinsengracht, Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Bloemenmarkt, and the Bridge of 15 Bridges. Some departures offer unlimited drinks and small bites, so check the exact package and route before booking.

“Four people paid extra money for unlimited drinks, but there was no alcohol left, and each of us was only able to have one drink.”

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Dubai Marina: Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ Option - Dubai Marina and Ain Dubai from the water
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Dubai Marina: Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ Option

2.Dubai Marina: Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 21,528 reviews · 1 - 3 hours · from $15

Join Xclusive Yachts for a shared cruise from Dubai Marina, with one-hour sightseeing, breakfast sailings, or two to three-hour BBQ trips. You will see Ain Dubai, JBR, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab from the water. Guides such as Eidanwar and Alam have helped make the outing lively and personal.

“The experience was simply amazing – the views were unbelievably beautiful, the food was delicious, and the staff were very attentive, constantly checking if everything was okay. The boat was clean and well-maintained. I highly, highly recommend it – it was a wonderful experience for a very reasonable price!”

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Dubai: The Luxury Yacht Tour with Live BBQ Option - Choosing between one, two, and three hours
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Dubai: The Luxury Yacht Tour with Live BBQ Option

3.Dubai: The Luxury Yacht Tour with Live BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 13,665 reviews · from $19

Join Sky Walker Yachts at Dubai Harbour for a shared cruise past Bluewaters Island, Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, JBR, and royal palaces. Choose a one-hour marina ride or a two or three-hour sailing with BBQ, soft drinks, Wi-Fi, music, and GPS-triggered commentary.

“Its just perfect. Completely worth each and every penny given to it. The views were amazing in the Dubai Marina and one would love the view and the sea breeze which is only there in Marina. Would recommend it to everyone. Just go for it.”

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From Milan: Como, Lugano and Bellagio Exclusive Boat Cruise - Seeing Lake Como from the water
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From Milan: Como, Lugano and Bellagio Exclusive Boat Cruise

4.From Milan: Como, Lugano and Bellagio Exclusive Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,635 reviews · 11 hours · from $95

Travel from Milan to Como, Bellagio, and Lugano with a bilingual guide, private air-conditioned coach, and a one-hour Lake Como cruise. You get free time in each town, Swiss chocolate in Lugano, audio headsets, and Wi-Fi on the bus and boat. Guides such as Anna, Matteo, and Andrea are praised for clear, friendly commentary.

“The trip was awesome, our guide and bus driver were experts! Anna was great she was so knowledgeable throughout the whole trip. She knew so much about every area. The bus driver was great. All around the trip was awesome. Loved it”

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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle - Choosing among the starting points
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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

5.Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,935 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $21

Join Friendship Amsterdam for a one-hour canal cruise with a captain and hostess. You’ll pass the Old Church, Magere Brug, Amstel River, Central Station, and quieter canals. Guides such as René, Adriana, Nuno, and Sigrid have been praised for lively commentary, while drinks are purchased separately unless your booking clearly includes them.

“The trip was great! The driver and his wonderful assistant did a great job explaining the sights, taking us through neat canals and keeping our drinks full! Plus since it was a little chilly they were nice and got us blankets!!”

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Hurghada: Luxury Cruise Trip to Orange Bay with Lunch - The 30-minute pickup from your hotel
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Hurghada: Luxury Cruise Trip to Orange Bay with Lunch

6.Hurghada: Luxury Cruise Trip to Orange Bay with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5,451 reviews · 8h 30m · from $53

Spend about eight and a half hours aboard Royal Cruise Hurghada, reaching Orange Bay early, snorkeling at two Red Sea sites, eating lunch, and enjoying a back massage. Guides including Andrew lead the day in several languages, with drinks, snacks, equipment, and hotel transfers included.

“Snorkelling was great. Food was good with nice variety. Orange bay itself was a little underwhelming as we got there when everything was just opening so not much of a vibe. Massage was a lovely treat. The boat was lovely and clean. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Thanks for a great day”

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Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch - Chicken Island: good snorkeling, busy first stop
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Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch

7.Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,812 reviews · 6 hours · from $39

Spend six hours visiting Chicken Island, Koh Tup, Koh Poda, and Phra Nang Cave Beach by traditional longtail boat. You’ll snorkel, walk a tidal sandbar, eat Thai food on the beach, and choose between a shared or private trip. Guides such as Toy and Luna are known for warm, attentive service.

“absolutely amazing day guides koko is amazing couldn't do enough for us. very informative very helpful, couldn't do enough for us made our day special.”

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Dubai: Luxury Sunset Yacht Tour with Snacks and Drinks - Boarding at Dubai Harbour
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Dubai: Luxury Sunset Yacht Tour with Snacks and Drinks

8.Dubai: Luxury Sunset Yacht Tour with Snacks and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,723 reviews · 1.5 - 2 hours · from $21

Sail from Dubai Harbour past Dubai Marina, Ain Dubai, Bluewaters Island, and Atlantis or Burj Al Arab. Expect a 1.5 to 2-hour cruise with BBQ, soft drinks, music, open-air seating, and help from hosts such as Chill and Brian with photos.

“chill was our guide - she took great pictures of us with our phone and was very friendly! we got free drinks as well. i recommend this trip to everybody - it‘s absolutely worth it!!! very beautiful view and relaxing :)”

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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht - Kuruçeşme, Arnavutköy, and Bebek
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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht

9.Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,465 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Cruise between Istanbul’s European and Asian shores aboard a covered yacht for about 2 hours 15 minutes. Expect sunset views, Ottoman palaces, bridges, forts, tea, coffee, lemonade, fruit, baklava, and live commentary from an English-speaking guide. The boat returns to Kabataş.

“Lovely views on a beautiful day even in winter it was warm enough inside the boat. Cookies and fruit were nice a guide was informative.”

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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle - Choosing among the starting points
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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

10.Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,393 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Spend one hour cruising Amsterdam’s historic canals with an English-speaking guide, a welcome cocktail, and Dutch waffle. Choose a classic or deluxe open bar for unlimited drinks, cheese snacks, and a cozy boat ride with guides such as Janine, Nuno, Yoth, and Kim.

“Renee and I think oliver was him name? Súper good team and funny”

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Niagara Falls: Premium Tour, Boat & Journey Behind the Falls - Journey Behind the Falls: the closest indoor view
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Niagara Falls: Premium Tour, Boat & Journey Behind the Falls

11.Niagara Falls: Premium Tour, Boat & Journey Behind the Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,207 reviews · 4 hours · from $152

See Sight Tours takes you around Niagara Falls in a small group of up to seven. You get hotel pickup, a local English-speaking guide, Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon Tower, and a Hornblower boat ride from May to December. Winter departures replace the boat with Niagara Takes Flight.

“Abin was an excellent guide, and looked after us really well, avoiding the queues, and he was very knowledgeable about the history of the Falls and surrounding area”

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Santorini: Luxury Catamaran Day Trip with Meal and Open Bar - Pickup, marina transfer, and boarding
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Santorini: Luxury Catamaran Day Trip with Meal and Open Bar

12.Santorini: Luxury Catamaran Day Trip with Meal and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,678 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $129

Spend 5 to 6 hours aboard a catamaran with up to 20 people, swimming near Red and White Beaches, the volcanic hot springs, and the caldera. Your crew serves Greek barbecue, wine, beer, soft drinks, and a cocktail. Choose a relaxed daytime sail or a sunset outing below Oia.

“Our guide Yanni on the boat was amazing! He was entertaining and very knowledgeable about the areas we sailed in. Sunset was beautiful! This is a must do with this company.”

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Amsterdam: Saloon Boat Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bite option - Zuiderkerk and Amsterdam’s old skyline
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Amsterdam: Saloon Boat Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bite option

13.Amsterdam: Saloon Boat Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bite option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,629 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $22

Spend about an hour cruising Amsterdam with a local skipper and live guide. Hear stories about the Amstel, canal houses, the Rijksmuseum area, and Anne Frank House while enjoying open views. Choose a no-drink ticket or an unlimited package covering beer, wine, and soft drinks, not cocktails.

“Our tour guide and captain was fabulous. He was entertaining but also very knowledgeable about the city and history. Chris our “bar tender” was great as well. We had a good time.”

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From Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Premium Catamaran - The catamaran ride is part of the experience
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From Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Premium Catamaran

14.From Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Premium Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,567 reviews · 9 hours · from $190

Join Passions of Paradise for a full reef day from Cairns. You’ll sail by catamaran to two outer reef sites, snorkel with crew support, enjoy a chef-prepared buffet, and hear marine-life talks from guides such as Lily and David. Scuba, prescription masks, wetsuits, and flotation belts are available.

“It was amazing!! So glad we did this excursion, the team on the boat was fantastic! We had a guide come with us on a ring and he showed us the giant clams opening/closing, different fish and gave us facts we wouldn’t have got snorkelling on our own! We saw all sorts, highly recommend!”

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Los Cabos Luxury Sailing, Snorkel and Lunch Cruise - Hotel pickup requires careful checking
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Los Cabos Luxury Sailing, Snorkel and Lunch Cruise

15.Los Cabos Luxury Sailing, Snorkel and Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,515 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $149

Spend four hours sailing from San Jose del Cabo toward Santa Maria Bay or Chileno Bay, with views of El Arco, snorkeling, paddleboards, appetizers, a gourmet lunch, and an open bar. The boat holds up to 16 people, and crew members such as Rogelio, Cesar, Israel, and Captain Richard have earned praise for friendly service.

“The instructions about pickup were unclear so we missed our transport to the boat; after we got ourselves to the location, the staff told us that it was too late for us to board the boat although it was 30 minutes before departure. I will be requesting a FULL refund.”

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