Cruise like a local
—explore the canals
Quick details
- Small group, up to 12 guests
- Prinsengracht 397 —Boat Jonckvrouw
- Daily in the afternoon and evening
- 90 minutes
- Easy spoken English
- Heineken beer, wine and soda included
- Adult €42, child (3-10) €32
Cruise like a local
—Let your love for Amsterdam grow!
Cruise like a local Amsterdam is an incredibly special, cosy Amsterdam canal cruise with drinks. You enter our boat as guests and leave as friends.
Just like the locals, we cruise in small groups with drinks, and good company! Okay, not everyone has a luxury boat. Lucky us!
We give a personable guided sightseeing tour with live stories. We like to share the things we see and admire in the city and urban life. Let your love for Amsterdam grow!
We cruise in the 1928 former Dutch government boat known as “King’s boat” which was used by Presidents, Mayors, and the Dutch Royal family.
Our boat is 100% electric, super comfortable and has a toilet on board. When the weather is nice, we open the sunroof and sliding windows. When it rains, we stay dry.
Should it be a bit chilly we have a heating system and extra blankets to keep you warm.
See you on board!
Cheers Captain Dave
GALLERY
—Enter as guests & leave as friends
WHY CHOOSE
—THE CRUISE LIKE A LOCAL BOAT TOUR
Why travelers choose cruise like a local
The Cruise like a Local Amsterdam-experience feels very personal. It is like sailing with an old friend. You feel like you are at home in Amsterdam. Lots of fun!
About the boat
—Most famous boat in Amsterdam
—100% electric, no engine noise
—12 seats
—Toilet on board
—Covered lounge
—Sliding windows
—Sliding roof
—Outer deck
—Heating System
—Bluetooth music system
—Extra blankets
What's included
—90 minutes boat trip
—Tour in easy-to-follow English
—Captain, host, and guide (no fixed script) in one
—Heineken beer, wine, soft drinks, water, coffee/tea.
—All Taxes
Bring a smile and a camera. We take care of everything else!
Departure & Return
Departure Point:
Have you booked the “Cruise like a local” cruise? We are waiting for you on the boat “Jonckvrouw” at Prinsengracht 397, Amsterdam Center.
We are 5 minutes before the estimated start time at the location. Please note: our boat is located on the odd side of the canal. Kindly avoid ringing the doorbell of canal houses.
Departure Time:
Your booked time slot: 12 noon – 2PM – 4Pm – 6PM or 8PM
Arrival Point:
The cruise will return to the original departure point.
Rates
—Adult (11+): 42 EUR
—Child (3-10): 32 EUR
—Private boat trip: 215 EUR per hour (excluding drinks and snacks and Toerist Tax 2,50 pp.)
Plan your trip
—real-time availability
meeting point Cruise like a local
—Prinsengracht 397, Amsterdam-Center
WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY
—ABOUT CRUISE LIKE A LOCAL Amsterdam
- Woaaaahhhh!! I absolutely loved sharing this experience with my Mom! Captain Dave is an absolute character that knows his stuff. He's funny and witty and keeps you laughing the whole time, which I loved. The view the whole time is absolutely beautiful because of the boats open windows and open roof. He made sure everyone was comfortable with whatever drinks and bread they wanted. A true professional. Don't miss out on this experience if you are second guessing it. Just do it! The boat is super gorgeous and comfortable. Sit down and put your butt on the original cushions that royals sat on. 😜 You might even learn a few new things.read moreread lessJake02/05/24
- We’ve done a lot of tours in Europe but by far Captain Dave’s has been the best. Funny, irreverent in a good way and just makes the whole experience a lot of fun! Thanks Captain Dave!read moreread lessDanny01/05/24
- Great tour of the canals along with the history of the city! Jan was very knowledgeable and also created a fun and lovely atmosphere on the boat! Highly recommend!read moreread lessLila30/04/24
- nádherná loď, super průvodce, krásné městoread moreread lessJiri30/04/24
- Woaaaahhhh!! I absolutely loved sharing this experience with my Mom! Captain Dave is an absolute character that knows his stuff. He's funny and witty and keeps you laughing the whole time, which I loved. The view the whole time is absolutely beautiful because of the boats open windows and open roof. He made sure everyone was comfortable with whatever drinks and bread they wanted. A true professional. Don't miss out on this experience if you are second guessing it. Just do it! The boat is super gorgeous and comfortable. Sit down and put your butt on the original cushions that royals sat on. 😜 You might even learn a few new things.read moreread lessJake02/05/24We’ve done a lot of tours in Europe but by far Captain Dave’s has been the best. Funny, irreverent in a good way and just makes the whole experience a lot of fun! Thanks Captain Dave!read moreread lessDanny01/05/24Great tour of the canals along with the history of the city! Jan was very knowledgeable and also created a fun and lovely atmosphere on the boat! Highly recommend!read moreread lessLila30/04/24nádherná loď, super průvodce, krásné městoread moreread lessJiri30/04/24
- Captain Dave made us feel like family. He explained everything to us in detail, the history of the places, the boat, the areas, very interesting information about Amsterdam. It was an excellent experience with Captain Daveread moreread lessDerek24/04/24Dave’s boat is beautiful and super comfortable. 12 max so nice that it’s intimate but fun to interact with others. Huge selection of drinks. Bonus to have a bathroom onboard. He was prompt and one of the most entertaining people I’ve met. Even though he does this all day every day, he exudes enthusiasm and genuineness. Five stars!read moreread lessSandra23/04/24Captain Tony did a great job and had interesting historical and insider information for the tour. My kids (age 10 and 12) found it interesting as well!read moreread lessDevi22/04/24Don’t buy the 40 person “cow” transport boats. Book this one and you will be happy!!! Great history and old interesting boat. Intimate experience w passionate captainread moreread lessJared20/04/24