My daughter and I had a spontaneous trip to Amsterdam of only 2 days and... read moreMy daughter and I had a spontaneous trip to Amsterdam of only 2 days and Dave's boat tour was the best part! It's a great way to see Amsterdam! His boat is beautiful, he has a great personable personality, he serves pastries and drinks of all kinds and he knows so much about Amsterdam! Dave's boat tour is an absolute MUST when you visit Amsterdam. It's very intimate and fun!! read less

Both the boat and the captain are phenomenal. We had a private tour through the... read moreBoth the boat and the captain are phenomenal. We had a private tour through the canals that was arranged very last minute. Dave was very flexible with our tour arrangements and also very friendly with us. He respected privacy when we wanted privacy and was a great guide when we had questions. He was also super nice to the kids. we were sad to leave! Thanks Captain Dave 🙂 read less

Great cruise with Captain Dave. Dave was a very personable guy and the tour was... read moreGreat cruise with Captain Dave. Dave was a very personable guy and the tour was excellent. On top of the great views and history lessons, we also saw giraffes and elephants as we passed the zoo. To top it all off, the boat has a great history and the food/drinks were good too! Would it again if im ever back in town. THANKS DAVE! read less

Captain Dave is the BEST! My family (4 of us) booked a private canal... read moreCaptain Dave is the BEST! My family (4 of us) booked a private canal cruise. The boat was well equipped (beer, wine, snacks), had a restroom onboard, had lots of seating space both in/out of the sun, and had a knowledgeable guide in Captain Dave. We saw Amsterdam from its inner canals view point. Captain Dave even let us "rock out" to our favorite tunes. As we cruised around, it was quite obvious that our boat was having the most fun of all. Thank you very much Captain Dave! Your journey was a highlight of our vacation. read less

Excellent Boat ride in Amsterdam!

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

Worth getting up early for. This was fabulous. The canal was super quiet and so we didn’t have the usual... read moreThis was fabulous. The canal was super quiet and so we didn’t have the usual traffic jams to deal with, loud music or crowds. Our boat owner was friendly, made every effort to get to know everyone, regaled us with personal and entertaining stories, and gave great info about the houses and history as we cruised along. Delicious snacks too. Totally worth getting up for an 8am start. 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

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

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

Great experience, highly recommended

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

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

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

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

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

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

A tour with Captain Dave is the best way to see Amsterdam. He is funny... read moreA tour with Captain Dave is the best way to see Amsterdam. He is funny and entertaining, but is also born and raised on the very canals you are touring. This way, he gives you facts that no other run of the mill tour will give you. 10/10 would recommend to anyone! read less

Fun evening on the boat with Dave. Lots of wine and snacks. Small group so... read moreFun evening on the boat with Dave. Lots of wine and snacks. Small group so very personal. Good value for the money! read less

Great tour! Highly recommended.

Great tour

We had a great time, we toured the canals like a local. Never felt rushed,... read moreWe had a great time, we toured the canals like a local. Never felt rushed, learned some quirky history, and toured some very quaint parts of Amsterdam,Viewing the city from the water gives you a very different sense of what the city has to offer. So much culture, and history. Great way to start your trip in Amsterdam! read less

Captain Dave was great and well worth our time.

Captain Dave was so entertaining. A truly unique person with a passion for Amsterdam and... read moreCaptain Dave was so entertaining. A truly unique person with a passion for Amsterdam and its history. We had some special occasions within our group and Captain Dave took extra steps to personalize the experience and make it special. This experience is far more enjoyable and intimate than the long boats with hundreds of people. Highly recommend. read less

Informative and fun - the boat is clean and unique with yummy snacks and a... read moreInformative and fun - the boat is clean and unique with yummy snacks and a killler G&T! 😊 read less

Great tour, very informative. Nice boat with plenty of snacks. Easy to interact and get... read moreGreat tour, very informative. Nice boat with plenty of snacks. Easy to interact and get interesting information. Highly recommend. read less

Dave is great! Funny and a great at making you feel comfortable. Highly recommend this experience.

Fun tour. Small boat so you could actually talk to the captain and other guests.

Felt much more intimate and personal than most of the other canal boat cruises that... read moreFelt much more intimate and personal than most of the other canal boat cruises that we passed. Beautiful boat, great value with the complimentary food and beverages provided, and Captain Dave was great read less