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Hassan was amazing! He explained a lot of interesting information about Amsterdam that we didn’t know. He was very friendly and had a very positive attitude. The boat was heated and very comfortable, offering plenty of options for hot and cold drinks, including coffee with milk, wine, beer, soft drinks, hot chocolate, juices, and cake. We really enjoyed the experience, highly recommend it, it’s absolutely worth it, and since it’s a small group, it makes the experience more personalized.

The cruise was a thoroughly enjoyable experience. We arrived slightly early and our guide, Hassan, was kind enough to invite us onto the boat which was nice and warm. He offered us fresh juice and sugar bread, coffee, tea, chocolate milk and other drinks. Our group of 10 consisted of a diverse group of interesting people. Hassan was a very engaging guide. He was very knowledgeable and gave us a lot of fun and interesting facts. He also gave us good recommendations on what to do and where to eat. Highly recommended!

Just did this tour this morning and it was exactly what I was after! Tony was a fantastic local tour guide, he took us through the whole history of Amsterdam. You’re able to have coffee, tea, sugar bread etc. He also gave recommendations for restaurants, bars, cafes that are away from tiktok popularity and I’m now enjoying my coffee and apple pie in a cafe he recommended- cafe ‘t papeneiland (would also recommend, it’s lovely) Thank you Tony!!!

It was an incredible experience..... the host was very entertaining and witty! If it's your first time or even been to Amsterdam before, it's still worth the trip so much you can learn in one ride.

Early morning tour was fantastic with Hassan. Lots of interesting information and great hospitality! Highly recommend 🙂

So much more than just a history and architectural tour!! We are visiting and Jan gave us the most authentic behind the scenes. Meanwhile, my cousins who is local, exclaims each time is different. The open bar also hits different with both alcohol and N/A options. Thank you for a memorable time!

Captain Dave was an amazing tour guide!!! We ended up with a private tour with our two kids. He especially brought us to the back of a zoo where we saw a few giraffes! He also brought us to a cat shelter on the river just for my daughter who absolutely loves cats! We saw a replica pirate ship for my son who was interested in it! He gave us ideas of things we can do in Amsterdam for us and our kids! He taught us about the history of the boat, which was amazing! He specialized the whole boat ride so the kids should love it!!! Dave was an absolutely wonderful tour guide! He also showed us the history of Amsterdam! He deserved 5 stars ⭐️!!!!

Die Fahrt mit der Jongfrouw war einfach toll. Unkompliziert, perfekt vorbereitet, tolle Geschichten über alles, Restauranttipps, kleiner Kreis, sehr exklusiv, gemütlich, Mega sympathisch, mit Herz und Humor. Mehr muss man nicht sagen. Danke für diesen Ausflug

Wonderful service and information by Tony! Had so much fun!

Expérience plus personnelle et conviviale que les tours des canaux en gros bateau. Captain Dave est un très bon animateur et est aux petits soins pour ses clients. Je recommande !

I joined the early morning boat tour with Captain Dave’s team, and it was an unforgettable experience! As a solo traveler, I couldn’t have asked for a better way to explore Amsterdam’s canals. Tony, our captain, was fantastic—his deep knowledge of Amsterdam’s history and culture was matched by a unique ability to connect on a human level. He wasn’t just sharing facts; he brought the city’s stories to life with genuine passion and enthusiasm, making it easy to empathize with the people and history behind the canals. The boat’s small, intimate setup was perfect for a solo traveler like me. It allowed for a peaceful and personal experience, far removed from the crowded, touristy boat tours. The early morning timing added something truly magical—calm canals, soft golden light, and a tranquil atmosphere that made me feel like I had the city to myself. This tour was an absolute highlight of my trip, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone visiting Amsterdam, whether you’re traveling solo or with a group. It’s a unique and authentic way to see the city!

Jan was an excellent tour guide and the perfect mixture of history and humor. We left with a lot of great recommendations of places to visit during our stay that we would’ve never heard of otherwise. This tour was a highlight of our trip and we would highly recommend !

Fun experience, not your average canal boat tour

We had a wonderful experience with this cruise company! Our tour guide, Roman, was absolutely fantastic! Very funny & incredibly knowledgable about the area. We really enjoyed the comfortable, personalized vibe that we experienced here. There were only 7 other people in the boat with us (we were a party of 4), so we didn't get lost in the shuffle and we felt like the tour guide had time to interact with us personally. Also, he gave us the tour himself, with little "insider info" bits sprinkled throughout, and apparently on the larger cruises it's just an audio recording they play for you. Overall if you're looking for a smaller, comfortable vibe, I would highly recommend this company!

I booked this trip over all others because I wanted a more personal experience. I was visiting Amsterdam with my mother, brother and girlfriend during the Festival of Lights. I highly recommend spending a little more to get what felt like a personal guide of the lights. There were 11 of us and it was an intimate gathering of tourists guided by Tony, as Captain Dave was on a day off, look out Dave your job is definitely at risk with such a storyteller in Tony. The boat itself lends to a great experience, it has enough space to go outside for photo opportunities, a bathroom and galley space for mulled wine and a fridge with cold drinks. We had traditional cookies also. The tour took place at 8.30pm and the canal was quieter, but still some of the boats that passed were packed like sardines. I highly recommend this tour if you want that extra special service of storytelling, the intimate gathering of being able to hear everything and definitely felt I got my money's worth. Well done to all involved, eat tour, highly recommend

We had an awesome experience on our canal cruise! Jan was outstanding: he was extremely knowledgeable about the Light Festival and shared a lot of history about Amsterdam. Highly recommended!

On a cold wet morning, cruising around the canals on Captain Dave’s beautiful boat was the perfect way to see the city whilst staying warm and dry. Well worth it.

A perfect canal tour on a cold winter’s day. Our tour guide was not Dave but Jan. He was informative, interesting and humorous. This boat tour was a highlight of our Amsterdam stay.

I cannot say enough nice things about this tour. Our guide (Tony) was knowledgeable and fun. Kind of like a really cool history teacher. Tony even provided coffe/juice/tea and pound cake. Seats were comfortable and roomy.

Such a cosy and beautiful boat. Really glad we chose to do this instead of a going on a larger more commercial canal tour. Great host too. Highly recommend

I would highly recommend this experience to any of my friends visiting Amsterdam. We did not have Captain Dave and instead were hosted by Captain Jan. He is meant for this job with a perfect balance of knowledge, charisma, and humor! The boat itself feels cozy and seats about 12 people, which made it much more personable as compared to some of the larger tour boats we passed on the waters. I learned a lot about the history of Amsterdam on this tour and was also able to ask a few questions in the moment. Captain Dave's contribution of sugar bread from a city 1.5 hours away was a nice added touch!

Dave is an excellent host! His boat is very comfortable. The tour is the perfect length. A morning tour is especially nice because the canals are less crowded.

This was my second time cruising with captain Dave. I went in 2018 with friends and it was the highlight of our trip. Our 2024 cruise was absolutely magical. The views that you get from the boat are stunning and unlike any other. Don't fall for the big boat tours that are an hour. Captain Dave provides a much more personalized experience and can navigate the smaller canals in his boat. I highly recommend this experience if there is space.

Our original trip was rescheduled and Captain Dave made sure we had options to that still fit into our schedule. We got assigned to Captain Jon, an amazing storyteller and brilliant skipper. We also luckily got to ride at the first night of the light festival. The boat had a rich history and we felt very lucky to be able to be on it. It is beautifully maintained. We also had a bar full of free drinks. The mulled wine was excellent.
On another note, Captain Jon was friendly, warm, funny and brilliant. He gave us amazing tips on what else to see and where to go in the city. He also answered all our questions even the historical ones. He walked us through all the exhibits on the canals as part of the lights festival. We felt so lucky to be on the boat and be a part of his tour. Recommend this 10/10.

Captain Jon was an amazing skipper. It was also the first day of the Lights Festival, and we saw some fascinating and unique pieces. The boat had a rich history as well. Overall, this is definitely a must-try for anyone who wants to explore Amsterdam by boat and cruise through the canals. Plus, there was an open bar with free drinks, which was amazing! I tried mulled wine for the first time, and it was a real treat.

We didn't have Captain Dave on our journey but the replacement captain we have was fantastic! Highly recommend Captain Dave's for touring Amsterdam's canals.

Wonderful experience! Learned about the history of the city and got some tips to check out some places that the locals go that were my fav! Boat was lovely and offered refreshments and sugar bread. Would 10/10 recommend!

very well put together tour! we loved our guide. so much information and education of Dutch culture was packed into such a short period of time.

We had a lovely tour of Amsterdam on our first day in the city. Yann was a funny and dynamic story teller. We learned lots of history while taking in the beautiful sites!

Perfect canal tour 😊lovely commentary, well paced & delicious sugar bread! Lovely way to see & learn more about Amsterdam. Thank you!

We had an amazing time with Captain Romin on the Dauphin - a charming saloon boat from 1910 with mostly original woodwork. He was lovely and kind - explaining and sharing with us about the canals and houseboats as well as the history of Amsterdam in such an engaging manner. There was plenty to drink and snacks as well and our 90 minutes just flew by. Highly recommend and will try a morning cruise next time we return to Amsterdam. On a separate note, Captain Dave was extremely helpful in ensuring that we could take the tour at our preferred time, given our tight schedules - much appreciated.

I can't recommend Captain Dave's canal tour enough! This was actually my second time booking, and while there was a slight hiccup with the boat (last minute swap due to mechanical issues), it didn't detract from the experience at all.
In fact, the replacement boat was a classic beauty – cozy, comfy, and perfect for a small group. This intimate setting alone makes it leagues better than those big commercial tours you see everywhere.
Captain Dave himself is a fantastic guide. He's personable and knowledgeable, offering insights into Amsterdam's history and culture. While I felt my first tour was a bit more informative, this one was still great.
And let's not forget the open bar! With wine, local beers, and other drinks, it adds to the fun, relaxed atmosphere. If you want a unique and memorable way to see Amsterdam, book this tour!

I can't recommend Captain Dave's canal tour enough! This was actually my second time booking, and while there was a slight hiccup with the boat (last minute swap due to mechanical issues), it didn't detract from the experience at all.
In fact, the replacement boat was a classic beauty – cozy, comfy, and perfect for a small group. This intimate setting alone makes it leagues better than those big commercial tours you see everywhere.
Captain Dave himself is a fantastic guide. He's personable and knowledgeable, offering insights into Amsterdam's history and culture. While I felt my first tour was a bit more informative, this one was still great.
And let's not forget the open bar! With wine, local beers, and other drinks, it adds to the fun, relaxed atmosphere. If you want a unique and memorable way to see Amsterdam, book this tour!

I cannot recommend Dave’s canal tour enough. Dave is very kind, funny, and has many wonderful stories and facts about the city. So much better than one of the big commercial canal tours. Don’t hesitate to book!

This was an incredible tour, with a truly exceptional human! Captain Dave is knowledgeable, kind, and charismatic! He took time to explain many historical elements of Amsterdam, point out interesting facts along the route, and tailor our tour to our interests. This isn’t a large-boat tour - it’s a casual and intimate opportunity to hang out with a local who sails in the beautifully restored, historical Royal Jonckvrouw. Don’t look elsewhere, book this one!

What a unique, local-feeling, and perfect morning cruise! Our guide wad extremely personable and friendly. Seeing the canals as the sun rises is a special sight!

Tolle Kanalcruise im kleinen Salonboot mit einem super Captain. Würde ich immer wieder buchen.

Personlig, jättebra tur! Kan starkt rekommenderas!

I am so happy I chose Dave for the canal tour! He was timely, very friendly, and offered an insiders view of Amsterdam. His boat is very beautiful and provided great accommodations. I really appreciated his sense of humor while providing very interesting information about life and history of Amsterdam that I wouldn’t have otherwise heard. I would highly recommend Dave!

Highly recommended, it’s not like the official tours without any personal touch. Even though on Saturday it wasn’t Captain Dave who guided us, his colleague was extremely nice and could answer all of our questions. Hope he sees this picture!

Hopped on the early morning cruise and wow…what a great way to see the sights! The coffee, juices, tea and sugar bread were a special touch! Thanks again!

Geweldige kapitein met veel humor en feitjes over Amsterdam. Netjes gevaren. We vierden het huwelijk van mijn broer, alles liep uit en hij deed enorm zijn best om ons te helpen en de boottocht aan te passen. Ik zou het aan iedereen aanraden!!

Captain Dave was great. Excellent and entertaining narrative of the canals and their history. Beautiful and very comfortable boat. Great value and would highly recommend.

So glad we found this tour and didn’t end up on one of those large “cattle truck” boats with the recorded commentary. Our cruise left at 0800, and whilst this seemed a tad early, it was actually the perfect time, we only saw 1 other boat and that was towards the end so the water was dead calm and flat and the reflections off the water were perfect. Our Captain was Hassan an Amsterdam native who was obviously intelligent and educated and a natural communicator, injecting humour into a very comprehensive narrative about his city’s past and present, the coffee was good and the cake delicious but the stand out was the boat the Royal Jonckvrouw, with only 12 passengers (from all over the globe) the warm cabin felt more like a lounge room than the tour bus that a bigger boat would certainly have been.

Was apprehensive about doing a canal tour, but this one exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend

Outstanding experience. My wife persuaded me to book the Captain Dave boat tour in Amsterdam, which was slightly more expensive than other providers. It was absolutely worth it. Captain Jan was a very attentive and knowledgeable guide. Highly recommended!!!

We had a wonderful early morning boat tour with Captain Jan. He had a lot of insider knowledge about the history of Amsterdam and was very engaging. The canals are so magical, quiet and peaceful in the early morning!! We 100% recommend doing this early small tour over the big ones with dozens of people that we saw later in the day. It was definitely our favorite experience during our short Amsterdam trip. Don’t hesitate, just book this!

We had a fantastic time with Captain Hassan cruising around on the historic Royal Lady. He was very informative and answered all our questions along the way. Our Captain was cheerful and energetic the whole ride and brought the history and culture of Amsterdam to life. It was awesome seeing the buildings and houseboats from the water and learning about how and why they were built and designed like that. There were snacks and an open bar provided too! This was the best thing I did in Amsterdam, and the dining and sightseeing suggestions at the end were amazing too.

This is a must-do experience for all first time visitors to Amsterdam! Even though it was cloudy during my trip, the sights from the canal were still magnificent, and the storytelling was top notch. We appreciated all the drinks and snacks provided to us as well. Next time I visit, I’m definitely doing this again!

Had a great time on the canal cruise with Captain Hassan. He was witty and informative. He provided wine and snacks. It was a great experience for the price.

Brought our two littles (5 and 3) and we all enjoyed! It was definitely more for an adult crowd, so children struggled to sit through the talking portion, but our captain did a nice job incorporating them. Drinks and snacks were great and we learned a lot!

Highly recommended, the ship was really comfortable, you can have drinks and snacks, and the tour is amazing (John was a great guide)

Wonderful private tour with a fun and knowledgeable skipper! Our 2 hours private tour with the beautiful "Jonckvrouw" (Saturday November 2nd, 2024) was more than complete by the fun and knowledgeable skipper Hassan. He sailed us (6 adults and 2 young teens) through the Amsterdam canals with ease and no question remained unanswered. Highest recommendations!!

Dave was nice and very funny, very real, the tour was very informative, the food was good 🙂 everything went smoothly and the whole experience of cruising Amsterdam canals in the early morning is precious. Recommended.

Our tour guide Hassan was incredible! His charismatic and playful energy, vast knowledge of Amsterdam, and we'll stocked drinks made this tour unforgettable. The boat was comfortable and warm, the sights were great. Highly suggest an evening tour to see some beautiful lights.

Excellent tour of Amsterdam on the canals - great mix of history with a very personable and hilarious host. Excellent value for the fantastic boat, drinks, and snacks. Hassan you knocked it out of the park - thank you for a great evening canal tour!

Hassan gave the most amazing tour! Very knowledgeable on Dutch history and European history in general. Additionally, he is a great storyteller with a good sense of humor. I would recommend this tour for anyone wanting to do a canal tour. Had an absolute blast and would do it again on my next visit! 10/10

Hassan war ein grossartiger Gastgeber, die Tour war sehr unterhaltsam mit vielen tollen Geschichten rund um die Stadt, die nicht die “typischen” Touristeninfos waren. Getränke jeglicher Art standen zur Verfügung. Super nette kleine Gruppe aus der ganzen Welt.
Die 90 Minuten vergehen wie im Flug.
Danke für dieses tolle Erlebnis.

A Great Way To Spend The Morning! Spending the morning on peaceful canals with a knowledgeable and entertaining guide in a gorgeous historical boat is a perfect way to start an Amsterdam holiday! Five-star experience!

Captain Roman went out of his way to accommodate us which went a long way to make our trip exceptional. He was masterful in navigating the canals, all the while providing us with entertaining stories along the way. Highly recommend this to anyone looking to tour the canals.

Such a great way to see the canals of Amsterdam! It’s worth the extra money to go on a small tour. Roman was a wonderful guide and a very skilled captain. Highly recommend.

Great experience Small group trip on the canals, with lots of information and history imparted from the Captain. The small groups made asking questions easy

The BEST boat tour in Amsterdam! Our captain for the tour was Hussain who was so friendly. He came and found us on the other side of the street as we had arrived early and were just sitting and waiting. This meant we got chance to chat to him and find out a little about the boat’s amazing history! The boat itself was beautifully furnished and had a large covered area (with windows that came down) and a small outside area at the back.There were 11 people on our trip which made it feel intimate. It also meant we didn’t have to listen to a commentary through headphones or not be able to hear it at all like on some of the larger boats. Out tour lasted 90 min and absolutely flew by. On board there were a range of drinks and some sugar bread which was nice. Captain Hussain had a great personality and told so many stories about the area and its history. We were also given some recommendations for lunch/dinner. Thank you so much for a fab time!

The entire experience was great! The vessel is well maintained and comfortable. We enjoyed the food and beverages that were provided. The captain was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and friendly. We really enjoyed it!

Fun and fact filled tour. Small group. Very comfortable boat

If you’re looking at booking a boat trip, don’t hesitate to book this one! Hassan was a fantastic host, gave us lots of history and interesting facts through his excellent storytelling.
Being on the 6pm cruise, we had the privilege of starting in the light and finishing in the dark, seeing the beautiful sunset sky.
Hassan had high energy and it meant that everyone had a great time and we made new friends. These are experiences that are definitely more unique to these more personable boat trips that the large operators. Thank you so much!

Great river tour The entire experience was great! The vessel is well maintained and comfortable. We enjoyed the food and beverages that were provided. The captain was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and friendly. We really enjoyed it!

We had a great experience on the Capt Dave early morning cruise. The guide was knowledgable, and shared many stories about Amsterdam. Being out on the water early was great; it was quiet, and we only passed one other boat. I highly recommend the Captain Dave early morning cruise.

Loved our time with Capt Hassan, highlight of our time in Amsterdam. If you’re looking for a canal cruise in Amsterdam, book this now! So much better than the “sad” customers on the large boats listening to a recording. Hassan made us feel welcome, had great stories, and was engaging throughout. Thanks again!!

Very tranquil boat ride. I recommend going as the sun is setting. The captain was very lively and informative. Interacted well with his guest. We laughed, smile and were in aww by the uniqueness he presented to us of Amsterdam Thanks again for the awesome experience!

Had such a wonderful morning boat ride with Hassan. Top bloke, super charming, friendly, knowledgeable, resourceful and very good with remembering names. We were only 5 so it was such a personalized tour. Would do it again and again.

This was a magical experience! My mom and I joined Captain Hassan and a small group for a beautiful morning cruise. We traveled in October, so it was still dark when we arrived at the boat, but the sun quickly rose, making for gorgeous photos on the canal.
Captain Hassan was a great host! He shared many stories about the history of the boat, the city and even shared dining recommendations for the rest of our trip. The sugar bread and coffee on board was delicious! This was a great way to see the city and I highly recommend it to anyone traveling to Amsterdam soon!