Book a sailing holiday? Discover traditional sailing holidays

Step aboard a traditional sailing ship and discover the world of sailing. Do you want to sail through Dutch waters or set course for the Baltic Sea? We have the perfect choice of worldwide sailing holidays for you. Choose an original sailing vacation with skipper on a flat-bottemd ship , or join one of our amazing co-sailing trips.

Group charter and cabin cruises

Do you dream of an original sailing holiday in the Netherlands or on the Baltic Sea? Rent an authentic sailing ship, such as a traditional flat-bottomed ship complete with an experienced skipper. Whether you’re traveling with a group or alone, we have the perfect offer for everyone.

In addition to our full charter options, we also offer a wide range of sailing trips and group tours. Perfect for individuals, couples, or small groups! Easily book a spot or a private room and enjoy a wonderful sailing holiday on the water.

Experience the freedom of sailing and discover the most beautiful waters and harbors. Book your sailing holiday today and create memories for a lifetime.

A sailing holiday for everyone.

Are you looking for a unique experience for a holiday? Or for an active corporate outing, club day, wedding celebration, incentive, school trip, or a fun outing for the family? Sailing is perfect for everyone! Whether you’re traveling solo or with a group, everyone is warmly welcome.

Step aboard a traditional sailing ship and discover the magic of the water. Sail with an experienced crew and explore beautiful regions. Discover the Baltic Sea, the IJsselmeer, the Wadden Sea, or even the Arctic. Make your next holiday an unforgettable adventure.

On our website, we introduce you to the brown fleet, traditional sailing ships, and tall ships. Discover which ship best suits your needs. Do you have any questions or need assistance in making a choice?

Feel free to contact us via phone or our contact form. Together, we’ll find the perfect ship for your sailing holiday or event!

A choice for everyone

Whant to book a sailing holiday?

From one day to a week, alone, with your partner or with a group? Private trips or an active corporate outing? We offer a sailing holiday for every occasion and are happy to fulfill all your wishes.

Group tours

School trips, company and club outings or a special holiday with family and friends. We have a suitable ship for every occasion!

Sailing trips

Sailing trips for solo travellers, couples and small groups. From a weekend on the Wadden Sea to a week in the Arctic. The choice is vast.

Sailing events

Besides our sailing trips, we also offer sailing & cycling holidays. Experience Holland from two perspectives: from the water and by bike.

Caribbean

South Europe

Trans-Atlantic

Wadden Sea

Baltic Sea

Polar region

North Sea

IJsselmeer

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Latest sailing trips

Here you will find our latest sailing trips. Come back regularly to not miss a thing.

8 days

South Europe

Island hopping in the Aeolian Islands

This active sailing adventure in Italy combines sailing on a historic ship with hiking across volcanoes, exploring the rich local culture, and discovering the stunning Aeolian Islands, including Lipari, Salina, Stromboli, and Vulcano. Guests experience both traditional sailing aboard the Florette and adventurous onshore excursions, with opportunities for hiking, Vespa tours, swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking. Onboard and ashore, you can enjoy fresh, local Mediterranean cuisine.

8 days

South Europe

Island hopping in the Aeolian Islands

5 September

to 12 September 2026

€ 1380

LAST MINUTE

8 days

South Europe

Island hopping in the Aeolian Islands

14 days

South Europe

Tall ship sailing trip in the Tyrrhenian Sea

This two-week sailing trip takes you from Sardinia to Calabria, passing the Pontine Islands, Naples, Capri, and the Amalfi Coast, with perfect spring conditions for both offshore passages and exploring onshore. On board the traditional tall ship Florette, you’ll experience authentic sailing, Mediterranean landscapes, and Italian culture.

26 March

to 29 April 2026

€ 2990

35 days

Caribbean

Cargo sailing trip in the Caribbean and South America

Sail aboard the historic two-masted gaff schooner Avontuur from Marie-Galante (Guadeloupe) to Pt. Morelos, Mexico, via the Dominican Republic, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Belize. During this approximately 2,300-nautical-mile cargo sailing journey, you will actively participate as a full crew member: helping with sailing, watch duties, maintenance, and cargo operations. This is not an ordinary sailing holiday, but an active mission on a sustainable cargo ship, where you contribute to the climate-friendly transport of high-quality, sustainable products.

8 days

Baltic Sea, North Sea

Reaching the mudflats – From the Baltic Sea to the North Sea

This journey among the seas is a surprise every time and an adventure for true explorers. From a calm mudflat trip to choppy seas and an autumn in the Danish South Sea – anything is possible, completely dependent on wind and tides.

A small impression

Sailor's impression

A glimpse of life aboard a traditional sailing ship. Here, you can create beautiful memories. After all, a picture is worth a thousand words.

Did you take beautiful photos during your sailing holiday? Share them with other sailing enthusiasts! Feel free to send them to us. We would be delighted to add them to our gallery!

Why book a sailing trip with Rederij van Linschoten?

Benefit from our 25 years of sailing experience on traditional ships on the Baltic, IJsselmeer and Wadden Sea.
We are personally available at all times, both by phone and e-mail. No endless queues, no virtual assistants etc.
With a sailing trip on a traditional sailing ship, you choose a ‘green’ holiday. Close to nature, environmentally conscious, and far from mass tourism.

Rederij van Linschoten has operated various traditional sailing ships from 1998 to 2023. With beautiful sailing trips on the Wadden Sea, IJsselmeer, and the Baltic Sea. Thanks to years of experience, we know our colleagues and ships very well, allowing us to tailor our services to your individual needs like no one else.

We have made it our mission to actively support you in the search for the perfect sailing holiday. Of course, we take your wishes into account and handle the entire booking process for you. Very importantly, you do not incur any additional costs for our advice and services. So you always pay the organiser’s original prices.

Ready for a sailing experience you’ll never forget? We’re happy to help, get in touch with us!

At Rederij van Linschoten, we do everything we can to provide guests with a comfortable sailing holiday. We are eager to share our passion for sailing and our enthusiasm for preserving old, traditional ships.

Rederij van Linschoten