Haarlem: Sailing Cheese & Wine Tasting – Evening Cruise

Haarlem Cheese and Wine Evening Cruise

Experience Haarlem's historic canals while savouring three premium cheeses paired with Italian wines on this 90-minute evening cruise. This floating tasting experience with Smidtje Canal Cruises combines sightseeing with gastronomy as you drift past the city's elegant facades and landmarks from a unique water-level perspective.

The cruise showcases both French and Italian cheeses, each carefully matched with complementary Italian wines in collaboration with local Café de Paris. Your knowledgeable host shares the stories behind each pairing, explaining regional heritage and flavour profiles as Haarlem's illuminated buildings create a peaceful backdrop for your floating feast.

What is Included

• 90-minute canal cruise through Haarlem's waterways
• Three premium cheese tastings from France and Italy
• Three glasses of Italian wine perfectly paired with each cheese
• Live commentary from experienced skipper
• Audio guide in Dutch, English, French, German and Spanish
• Professional hosting and cheese and wine expertise

Good to Know

The cruise departs from 11A, Spaarne in central Haarlem. Arrive 15 minutes early for boarding. The boat includes toilet facilities and comfortable seating for a relaxed evening on the water.

This cruise is not wheelchair accessible. Children may join when accompanied by adults, and ID verification may be required. The combination of gentle canal movement, expert commentary, and carefully curated tastings makes this ideal for couples seeking a romantic evening or groups wanting to experience Haarlem canal tours with a culinary twist.

For those planning a fuller day exploring this charming Dutch city, consider combining your evening cruise with guided walking tours of Haarlem's historic centre to discover the stories behind the beautiful buildings you'll see from the water.