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1 hour 30 minutes
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Not suitable for bachelor parties or other drinking parties. History tour!
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With a fun group (max 24) we'll take you on the most relaxing, fun family and friends open boat tour through the canals of Amsterdam. But not just any boat ride, you will be introduced with typical Dutch bites and bits, drinks, our stories, rich history and humor. We will let you know about the rich history of Amsterdam and so much more... You'll not only be meeting me but also guests from all over the world, more than 100 nationalities have joined our tour last year! My friends and I are your host for the whole tour, we will entertain you with amazing facts, funny and exciting stories. I only have electric open boats, meaning quiet cruising with the best views.
Can't wait to have you on board!
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Due a lot of traffic at the dock, I can't wait more than 5 minutes. Please make sure you are at the dock 10 minutes before departure.
A fairly big step needs to be taken to get in the boat. Of course we will assist you.
Beware all my boats are open. So when it rains, you can get wet. But rebooking with rain is always possible
I always try to give the best tour possible (5*). But in rare occasion things don't go as you and me would like. Please let me know asap. Either direct or send me an email of text. I will contact you.
The tour is a historical canal cruise, it is not a booze cruise. So if you are looking for a bachelor party boat or any other booze cruise, this is not the cruise for you.
Captain Jack is collaboration between friends. Captain Jack is not himself on the boat.
Due Health regulations (regarding food) animals are not allowed (service animals excluded).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1.5-hour canal cruise in electric open boat
Unlimited Heineken Beer and Wine
Typical Dutch Snacks
Toilet, there is no toilet on the boat
Rijksmuseum
We dock right in front of the Rijksmuseum (Rijksmuseum departure) Take a moment to enjoy this amazing museum. Beautiful as a building and amazing expositions. And of course the master piece of the world famous Rembrandt called the Nachtwacht (Night watch).
Amsterdam Canal Ring
Amsterdam, capital of the Netherlands, has more than one hundred kilometers of grachten (canals), about 90 islands and 1,500 bridges. The three main canals (Herengracht, Prinsengracht and Keizersgracht), dug in the 17th century during the Dutch Golden Age, form concentric belts around the city, known as the Grachtengordel. Alongside the main canals are 1550 monumental buildings.[1] The 17th-century canal ring area, including the Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht, Herengracht and Jordaan, were listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010,[2] contributing to Amsterdam's fame as the "Venice of the North"
Departure from Rijksmuseum: Depart from Rijksmuseum (Museumbrug 1)
Starting point:
Captain Jack Amsterdam - Rijksmuseum, Museumbrug 2, 1017 SG Amsterdam, Netherlands
Depart from Central Station
Starting point:
Stationsplein 18, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Starting point:
Stationsplein 18, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands
13,369 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Richard C,
Jun 3, 2025
- Viator
The tour is phenomenal. I would highly recommend it over the bigger tour boats. This was much more intimate and informative. This tour group is also highly accommodating. We were late because of a delay on our cruise ship and they didn’t give us any hassle on going on a later tour. I highly appreciate and recommend this tour.
Mary K,
Jun 3, 2025
- Viator
When an Amsterdam, it’s one of the top things you should do is to take the canal tour. The tour picks you up right in front of Amsterdam Central train station down by the water. There’s girls and T-shirts to meet you for captain Jack’s Canal tour. Our captain was Dan. He was relatively new, but he was excellent. We purchased the wine and snacks for our 90 minute tour. We had a beautiful day informative just beautiful to see all around Amsterdam.
John B,
Jun 3, 2025
- Viator
This is a great way to view different neighborhoods of Amsterdam. Great history lesson Our guide Sonoi was great!
Donald B,
Jun 3, 2025
- Viator
Capt Rubio was great and very knowledgeable! Lots of interesting history told from a unique perspective.
deven v,
Jun 3, 2025
- Viator
Captain frank was an extremely knowledgeable and was always willing to answer anyone’s questions. It was a good time, I’d do it again if I came to Amsterdam with friends.
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