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Captain Dave's
Cruise in style
personable guiding
Small group
No standard route
+3500 reviews!
comfortable
Saloon
outer deck
toilet on board
Personable
your captain
your guide
your host
All-inclusive
boat tour
drinks
snacks
priceless
90 minutes
non scripted
small group
90 minutes
Daily at 8:00 am
90 minutes
Daily at 10:00 am
90 minutes
afternoon and evening
from 90 minutes
on availability
90 minutes
Winterfestival 2022/2023
Excellent Boat ride in Amsterdam!
Captain Dave is super friendly and can tell you information that maybe even locals are... read moreCaptain Dave is super friendly and can tell you information that maybe even locals are not aware of. I enjoyed the peaceful morning ride read less
Nice experience if you’re looking to get pictures in the canal with no other boats!... read moreNice experience if you’re looking to get pictures in the canal with no other boats! It was as if we had it all to ourselves. The morning cruise had limited options for breakfast, but was good overall. read less
Captain Dave’s boat is the most beautiful boat motoring the canals. The boat has a... read moreCaptain Dave’s boat is the most beautiful boat motoring the canals. The boat has a covered area and an open area to relax in the sun. Captain Dave shared stories and was enjoyable to be around. We enjoyed the experience. read less
I had one day in Amsterdam and wanted to do a canal cruise before flying... read moreI had one day in Amsterdam and wanted to do a canal cruise before flying home. I picked the best cruise!I had an incredible time aboard Captain Dave’s boat, the Jonckvrouw. He started off telling us about the history of the boat that includes Dutch Royal ties. He provided a wide array of drinks and snacks. Captain Dave is a great raconteur! We were all joking and laughing the entire trip that he forgot to play music! We sailed all around the various canals and saw so much more than a regular canal cruise.I’ll be back in Amsterdam in 2023 and have told Dave that we will be doing his canal cruise again! read less
Highly recommend the morning cruise. It’s not crowded and the ride is chill and relaxing.... read moreHighly recommend the morning cruise. It’s not crowded and the ride is chill and relaxing. The coffee and snack is a nice touch. It’s a beautiful way of seeing of the city before everyone is up.Dave is a character, passionate and you can tell he loves what he does. read less
Very relaxed and friendly canal trip with drinks and food freshly picked up from a... read moreVery relaxed and friendly canal trip with drinks and food freshly picked up from a restaurant. More about the ambiance of canal cruising than a sightseeing tour, with a number of interesting facts about the sights. read less
Very relaxed and friendly canal trip with drinks and food freshly picked up from a... read moreVery relaxed and friendly canal trip with drinks and food freshly picked up from a restaurant. More about the ambiance of canal cruising than a sightseeing tour, with a number of interesting facts about the sights. read less
Fantastic canal cruise - must do! Captain Dave has a great boat and was a... read moreFantastic canal cruise - must do! Captain Dave has a great boat and was a wonderful Captain/guide! Highly recommend! The 8am cruise was amazing with no one one the canals yet. Wonderful refreshments also provided! Don’t miss this when in Amsterdam! read less
So much fun! This was the perfect start to our day!
This experience was magical. I expected a nice boat ride on the canals of Amsterdam,... read moreThis experience was magical. I expected a nice boat ride on the canals of Amsterdam, but I didn’t expect a full tour of the city. Captain Dave told us about the different parts of the city: what types of buildings were used for which purposes, why they were constructed in a particular way, and even about a section of the city that was planned and pre-sold to fund the digging of the canals there. Plus there were treats, and Captain Dave was very kind to both of my kids, letting them drive the boat on the slower, straighter canals. The boat itself is very beautiful, with polished wood throughout and a special history of its own. You will not regret this experience! read less
Great early morning canal ride. Not a single other boat around until the last few... read moreGreat early morning canal ride. Not a single other boat around until the last few mins of the tour. So nice to float around in the cool early morning silence. Learned a lot too! read less
I cannot thank Captain Dave enough for making our Bachelorette Party Experience nothing but exceptional... read moreI cannot thank Captain Dave enough for making our Bachelorette Party Experience nothing but exceptional and memorable. Dave went above and beyond to fulfill all our requests. The setup up is very nice, there are 2 refrigerators filled with a variety of drinks. The snacks were tasty and adequate for the time we toured around. The boat can hold up to 12 guests which is perfect for the size of the boat.There were plenty of opportunities to take incredible pictures. I would totally recommend this tour and look forward to do it again on my next visit to Amsterdam! read less
Absolutely wonderful experience! Captain Dave is a hoot! He tells wonderful stories while still providing... read moreAbsolutely wonderful experience! Captain Dave is a hoot! He tells wonderful stories while still providing history and information about the area. We even got a mini walking tour and extra canal time! Highly recommended. read less
Captain Dave’s canal tour was great. We really enjoyed the food, stories and look at... read moreCaptain Dave’s canal tour was great. We really enjoyed the food, stories and look at Amsterdam from the canals read less
Dave was a great captain and entertainer! We loved our tour and would definitely do... read moreDave was a great captain and entertainer! We loved our tour and would definitely do it again. read less
Great experience, highly recommended
Fun tour with a foggy host who made us laugh and told us fun stories!
Captain Dave is SO sweet, so accommodating, and we felt right at home on his... read moreCaptain Dave is SO sweet, so accommodating, and we felt right at home on his boat. He takes time to get to know each and every guest before the ride begins, and offered a fully stocked mini-fridge of different wines and beers, as well as plenty of things to snack on -- including locally made bitterballen, which were delicious! He took his time taking us around the canals and didn't stress about sticking to his schedule... we were on the boat closer to 2 hours, which we loved! The boat was incredibly clean and has a bathroom on board. All of the people that we met during our trip were friendly. We would 100% recommend Captain Dave's experience to any of our friends visiting Amsterdam in the future! read less
Amazing time and highly recommend! Almost certain this is the boat tour around and Captain... read moreAmazing time and highly recommend! Almost certain this is the boat tour around and Captain Dave was an incredible host - lively personality with a undeniable passion for Amsterdam and its history! Thanks again Dave! read less
Captain Dave is amazing! Such a great storyteller! He’s done an amazing job to learn... read moreCaptain Dave is amazing! Such a great storyteller! He’s done an amazing job to learn the history and bring it on board for you in maps and diagrams! This experience was great! I’d do it again a million times. read less
A must-do experience for your stay in Amsterdam! Captain Dave is so friendly and welcoming,... read moreA must-do experience for your stay in Amsterdam! Captain Dave is so friendly and welcoming, he’ll make you feel right at home on his beautiful boat. I particularly enjoyed how this boat tour was a smaller group than most of the others you see on the canal, so the entire experience feels more personal and intimate! read less
Fantastic! Dave is a wonderful guide and I must say an impressive captain around the... read moreFantastic! Dave is a wonderful guide and I must say an impressive captain around the canals. The beautiful boat, with its own special history, was comfortable with great views. And the small personal environment made it a much better experience than those big tourist boats floating by with no one smiling inside. Delicious snacks and beverages make it extra special and a great value. read less
Great personal experience! Highly recommend the early tour to really have the canals to yourself.
Definitely the way to do a canal cruise! The boat is so charming and the... read moreDefinitely the way to do a canal cruise! The boat is so charming and the smaller group is an ideal size. Captain Dave is witty and knows plenty of random Amsterdam trivia as a lifetime local. The snacks and drinks are a very nice touch - especially since most cafes are not open this early to grab a coffee on the way. Canals were quiet and serene in the morning, just as we hoped. read less
We had a wonderful time on the early morning canal cruise. The views were spectacular... read moreWe had a wonderful time on the early morning canal cruise. The views were spectacular and the experience was so peaceful and serene. Captain Dave had unique stories about each canal and the houses on it as well as his own stories from living in Amsterdam for several decades. The light refreshments and coffee were a great addition to the experience. We would highly recommend this tour. read less
Fantastic cruise with Captain Dave! Hia boat is beautiful and he was very concerned with... read moreFantastic cruise with Captain Dave! Hia boat is beautiful and he was very concerned with his guests comfort as he shared his love of his home city. It was lovely and peaceful and we came away with a better understanding of Amsterdam. 5🌟! read less
Captain Dave is high energy! He was a great host and made everyone feel welcome.... read moreCaptain Dave is high energy! He was a great host and made everyone feel welcome. I would definitely recommend early morning on the canals, peaceful, beautiful -and with Captain Dave, entertaining. read less
Absolutely amazing tour. Its small size made the experience so personal and unique. We're so... read moreAbsolutely amazing tour. Its small size made the experience so personal and unique. We're so glad we chose this instead of one of the huge generic tours! Captain Dave was a delight, and we could really tell that he loves sharing this city with his guests. No better way to experience the canals of Amsterdam! read less
I got this as a gift for my parents and they had a great time.... read moreI got this as a gift for my parents and they had a great time. They enjoyed the boat ride and Captain Dave was an excellent note. read less
A nice, fun way to spend a morning in Amsterdam.
Dave was a great story teller. We appreciated his hospitality and friendship. We enjoyed our... read moreDave was a great story teller. We appreciated his hospitality and friendship. We enjoyed our tour. Beautiful, very clean and very comfortable boat. read less
Excellent Boat ride in Amsterdam!
Captain Dave is super friendly and can tell you information that maybe even locals are... read moreCaptain Dave is super friendly and can tell you information that maybe even locals are not aware of. I enjoyed the peaceful morning ride read less
Captain Dave’s boat is the most beautiful boat motoring the canals. The boat has a... read moreCaptain Dave’s boat is the most beautiful boat motoring the canals. The boat has a covered area and an open area to relax in the sun. Captain Dave shared stories and was enjoyable to be around. We enjoyed the experience. read less
I had one day in Amsterdam and wanted to do a canal cruise before flying... read moreI had one day in Amsterdam and wanted to do a canal cruise before flying home. I picked the best cruise!I had an incredible time aboard Captain Dave’s boat, the Jonckvrouw. He started off telling us about the history of the boat that includes Dutch Royal ties. He provided a wide array of drinks and snacks. Captain Dave is a great raconteur! We were all joking and laughing the entire trip that he forgot to play music! We sailed all around the various canals and saw so much more than a regular canal cruise.I’ll be back in Amsterdam in 2023 and have told Dave that we will be doing his canal cruise again! read less
Highly recommend the morning cruise. It’s not crowded and the ride is chill and relaxing.... read moreHighly recommend the morning cruise. It’s not crowded and the ride is chill and relaxing. The coffee and snack is a nice touch. It’s a beautiful way of seeing of the city before everyone is up.Dave is a character, passionate and you can tell he loves what he does. read less
Very relaxed and friendly canal trip with drinks and food freshly picked up from a... read moreVery relaxed and friendly canal trip with drinks and food freshly picked up from a restaurant. More about the ambiance of canal cruising than a sightseeing tour, with a number of interesting facts about the sights. read less
Very relaxed and friendly canal trip with drinks and food freshly picked up from a... read moreVery relaxed and friendly canal trip with drinks and food freshly picked up from a restaurant. More about the ambiance of canal cruising than a sightseeing tour, with a number of interesting facts about the sights. read less
Fantastic canal cruise - must do! Captain Dave has a great boat and was a... read moreFantastic canal cruise - must do! Captain Dave has a great boat and was a wonderful Captain/guide! Highly recommend! The 8am cruise was amazing with no one one the canals yet. Wonderful refreshments also provided! Don’t miss this when in Amsterdam! read less
So much fun! This was the perfect start to our day!
This experience was magical. I expected a nice boat ride on the canals of Amsterdam,... read moreThis experience was magical. I expected a nice boat ride on the canals of Amsterdam, but I didn’t expect a full tour of the city. Captain Dave told us about the different parts of the city: what types of buildings were used for which purposes, why they were constructed in a particular way, and even about a section of the city that was planned and pre-sold to fund the digging of the canals there. Plus there were treats, and Captain Dave was very kind to both of my kids, letting them drive the boat on the slower, straighter canals. The boat itself is very beautiful, with polished wood throughout and a special history of its own. You will not regret this experience! read less
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