Private boat rental Amsterdam
Early Morning
Canal Cruise
Amsterdam
Jonckvrouw 1928
Private cruise in the early morning
with the former management vessel
of the Municipality of Amsterdam
Private boat rental Amsterdam
Early Morning
Canal Cruise
Amsterdam
Jonckvrouw 1928
Private cruise in the early morning
with the former management
vessel of the Municipality of Amsterdam
Early Morning Cruise
Canals all to ourselves
An (early) morning canal cruise has something magical with the rising sun and quiet canals. The canal houses reflect in the canals and create a dreamy image of reality – like a natural mirror.
We sail in the former management vessel of the Municipality / Port of Amsterdam from 1928 that was used for Presidents, heads of state, mayors and the Royal House.
The boat is 100% electric, comfortable and has a toilet on board. With sunroof and sliding windows for an even more beautiful experience.
Fully equiped
- Covered lounge with sliding windows and roof
- Open aft deck
- Toilet (a luxury!)
- Fridge/bar
- Bluetooth speaker
- Dimmable lighting
- Heating and extra blankets
From €185 per hour. Minimum purchase 90 minutes
Our guests
Wonderful Terrific experience. Really friendly and we learned SO much. Amsterdam canals at that time in... read moreTerrific experience. Really friendly and we learned SO much. Amsterdam canals at that time in the morning was so peaceful and almost magical. read lessSeona Q20/05/23Peaceful early morning cruise Great going out into the canals so early. Nice and peaceful. Very knowledgeable captain. Was... read moreGreat going out into the canals so early. Nice and peaceful. Very knowledgeable captain. Was good Java small group of 12. read less260tinat19/05/23Superb canal boat tour with Klaas Our tour was Klaas was fantastic and informative. Klaas was delightful and made... read moreOur tour was Klaas was fantastic and informative. Klaas was delightful and made it fun and the boat was a beauty and nice and warm on a cold morning. With just 12 passengers it was more intimate and it got us conversing which made the trip even more memorable. We were so glad we chose the early morning tour--the city was still asleep and we had the canals to ourselves, unlike later in the day when it's steady boat traffic. read less72jeannew19/05/23Wonderful Canal Cruise My wife and I took a morning cruise with Captain Dave last week. The boat... read moreMy wife and I took a morning cruise with Captain Dave last week. The boat is a charming 1928 vessel, Royal Jonckvrow, which has a rich history. The boat can accommodate no more than a dozen or so passengers, which gives the cruise a feeling of a private tour even when not formally a private tour. The captain was knowledgeable, likable, good-humored, and a good story teller. Well worth our time! read lessremesdh17/05/23- Captain Dave is a great guy. Take this if you want to see nice views... read moreCaptain Dave is a great guy. Take this if you want to see nice views from within the canals. Not very informative but very comfortable and beautiful. Recommend doing the morning cruise as it is the best time. read lessPeter06/05/23Dave was so funny, amusing, entertaining and informative! Our full boat of 12 had so... read moreDave was so funny, amusing, entertaining and informative! Our full boat of 12 had so much more fun than those 30+ people passing by on the bigger canal cruise boats with bored looks on their faces! We were aged early 20's to early 60's and seemed to get along well. Captain Dave even let one of us drive the boat for a while. Most of us had beer and wine, plus snacks. The only small bummer was not going to the Amstel River, Magere Bruge is so the rest of our family could see it. But Captain Dave took us through the islands, where the typical tourist boats go. All in all, we thoroughly enjoyed the 90 minutes of entertainment. Thanks Captain Dave for the great time and nonstop laughs! read lessNoemi04/05/23Captain Dave was so much fun. His boat is beautiful and comfortable. It was great... read moreCaptain Dave was so much fun. His boat is beautiful and comfortable. It was great to have the option of being indoors and warm on a brisk April morning. His storytelling was unmatched and we enjoyed learning and laughing with him. read lessNicole25/04/23First off, Captain Dave is a super fun guy. This canal cruise is absolute value... read moreFirst off, Captain Dave is a super fun guy. This canal cruise is absolute value for money. When my husband and I last visited Amsterdam we took the early cruise with Captain Dave and so coming back, we had to take the trip again with him. Thanks Captain Dave 😊 read lessTania24/04/23
- I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the Early Morning Canal Cruise on the Royal... read moreI recently had the pleasure of experiencing the Early Morning Canal Cruise on the Royal Jonckvrouw from 1928, and it was indeed a magnificent experience. This boat is a true showpiece of Amsterdam, and it was an honor to cruise along the canals in such a historic vessel.
Captain Tony was a wonderful host and guide, and their expertise and knowledge of the city made the experience unforgettable.
The tour was relaxing, informative, and fun, with Captain Tony offering insights into the city's history and landmarks without overwhelming us with too much information.
Thank you, Captain Tony, for a beautiful morning on the canals! read lessNasser23/04/23Captain Dave was a great tour guide through the canals. It was peaceful and quiet... read moreCaptain Dave was a great tour guide through the canals. It was peaceful and quiet in the morning, and he shared stories, history and a little bit of humor with us and the other guests. Would definitely recommend, especially if you’re looking for some great photos of the canals and city. read lessMadilynn22/04/23I didn't have Dave but his wonderful associate. I loved the boat ride, and how... read moreI didn't have Dave but his wonderful associate. I loved the boat ride, and how personal and engaging it was! The morning tour is by far the best tour as you have no boat traffic! read lessMallory F.06/04/23This was truly a wonderful experience but also unique! The small group and morning combination... read moreThis was truly a wonderful experience but also unique! The small group and morning combination made everything feel very personal. We had no boat traffic, a wonderful guide, and overall friendly atmosphere. I did not have Dave but was not dissapointed, his worker was very charismatic. read lessMallory05/04/23 - I’m not normally an early bird, but it was completely worth it to take this... read moreI’m not normally an early bird, but it was completely worth it to take this morning canal tour with Captain Dave! It’s almost like you have the city’s canals all to yourself, and I was able to get some lovely photos from the water. Captain Dave shared really interesting stories and historical facts about Amsterdam and made us all feel very comfortable. 10/10 recommend this experience! read lessLauren02/04/23Captain Dave was engaging and insightful on this Amsterdam Canal tour. The early morning tour... read moreCaptain Dave was engaging and insightful on this Amsterdam Canal tour. The early morning tour meant little traffic on the canal. Stories and history of the area and historical background of how the canals were built. Great tour, I very much enjoyed the experience! read lessKimberly31/03/23This was actually the second time I did captain Dave’s cruise. The first time was... read moreThis was actually the second time I did captain Dave’s cruise. The first time was 4 years ago.
Really enjoyed it, it’s intimate with a school group and captain Dave does a great job in explaining the history of amsterdam and Netherlands and taking is around. Great storyteller. And he also provided pastries and coffee and juiced which is always welcome for an early
Morning experience!!
Thank you again and hopefully I will be back again in the future read lessNisha28/03/23Dave was awesome. Amazing sweet bread and coffee. My teen loved the smoothie he had... read moreDave was awesome. Amazing sweet bread and coffee. My teen loved the smoothie he had there too. We saw beautiful houses on the canal in the morning before anyone else was out. He showed us a museum that featured interiors from the past. We went to it later. Great recommendation ! We were running late for Anne Frank museum so he dropped us off!!! Dave has taken such good care of the former royal boat. It was beautiful. Dave is the best! It’s a real gift if you get to tour with him. Best part of our visit. read lessKelly26/03/23 - Captain Dave was a phenomenal host and his boat was incredible! Even though our trip... read moreCaptain Dave was a phenomenal host and his boat was incredible! Even though our trip got bumped from an early morning cruise to an evening one, we had a great time. We enjoyed the company of the other guests and it still felt private enough when we retreated to the back and hung out outside on the deck. Would recommend this to anyone looking for a boat tour through Amsterdam! read lessBrian19/03/23You don't want to miss this!! Captain Dave was phenomenal! it was a chilly, rainy... read moreYou don't want to miss this!! Captain Dave was phenomenal! it was a chilly, rainy day. The boat was cozy with snacks, coffee, and drinks. Captain Dave was very knowledgeable, funny, and personable. He was open to answering all the questions we had and gave us so much information about Amsterdam. My two children loved it! Afterwards he gave us recommendations of where we should go and a few places to eat. It was such a lovely experience, and we would definitely book with him again on our next venture to Amsterdam! read lessAshley10/03/23First let me talk about the bread! Such an amazing pastry to eat while sliding... read moreFirst let me talk about the bread! Such an amazing pastry to eat while sliding up and down the canals of Amsterdam. We sipped coffee and juice and admired the views while eating the most delicious bread you will taste anywhere in Europe. Cannot recommend the bread more! Oh, and Captain Dave is the best, also. read lessDan10/03/23Fabulous canal cruise Highly recommend this morning cruise on the Amsterdam canals. Captain Dave is a great... read moreHighly recommend this morning cruise on the Amsterdam canals. Captain Dave is a great host. The boat is lovely and comfortable and just the right size for a more personal tour ..and the sugar bread was a real hit! read lessPam G23/02/23
- This is the second time I went to this trip, last time was several years... read moreThis is the second time I went to this trip, last time was several years ago, which I guess already says a lot about this experience. This time I was with my girlfriend and we both really enjoyed the trip. Dave was attentive and welcoming, told us a lot about Amsterdam where he was born and raised and gave some nice tips on museums and restaurants. All in all definitely worth waking up early and taking this experience 🙂 read lessAlex19/02/2310/10 for Captain Dave’s morning canal cruise! I thoroughly enjoyed the morning cruise with my family to celebrate my birthday! Warm and... read moreI thoroughly enjoyed the morning cruise with my family to celebrate my birthday! Warm and cosy with a small group, plenty of refreshments and a bespoke tour to suit. Captain Dave is a local, very friendly and knowledgeable and gave us an excellent history tour. Highly recommend this trip on a beautifully restored electric boat, originally owned by Dutch royalty from the 1920s! read lessTania D17/02/23Great tour! Seeing the Amsterdam Canals first thing in the morning during the sunrise has... read moreGreat tour! Seeing the Amsterdam Canals first thing in the morning during the sunrise has no match. It was so peaceful and beautiful. read lessJulio24/11/22WOW!!!! Best boat tour ever!!!! The morning cruise was perfect while nothing else is open!!!!... read moreWOW!!!! Best boat tour ever!!!! The morning cruise was perfect while nothing else is open!!!! Best captain too!!!! Do this if you can!!!! Also awesome sugar bread!!!! read lessSavannah24/11/22
- Entertaining cruise with interesting historical facts! I loved that this was a small group boat... read moreEntertaining cruise with interesting historical facts! I loved that this was a small group boat (12 ppl maximum), not a big boat company. We could open and close the windows as we wanted which made it easy to take pics and close them when it started raining a little. Great snacks available, juices, and of course coffee! Overall great experience and would recommend!! read lessLauren18/11/22Wonderful Cruise! We enjoyed Captain Dave's boat tour. It was a highlight of our time in... read moreWe enjoyed Captain Dave's boat tour. It was a highlight of our time in Amsterdam. He is knowledgeable with interesting stories (he grew up there), a great host offering sugar bread and coffee/tea/juices, with a beautiful boat. He recommended seeing the Willet-Holthuysen Musuem which we also enjoyed. Thank you Captain Dave! read lessTC20221007/11/22Crusin the Canals Everything .. Captain Tony's knowledge and stories, breakfast snacks and coffee, the boat is beautiful!!!Zippytoo03/11/22Wonderful, smooth, informative, perfect group size canal cruise Thank you Skipper Tony for a wonderful, informative & smooth canal boat cruise! Clean... read moreThank you Skipper Tony for a wonderful, informative & smooth canal boat cruise! Clean boat and delicious treats (thank Dave for making the trip to pick up the delicious sweet bread!). Tony was fun, very knowledgeable, and was quick to answer any of our questions along the way. We could roam about the boat as we wished which allows for great photos. Our family of 5 (ages 16-73) had a lovely morning on this tour! Small tour size made it all the more enjoyable. Highly recommend this canal cruise for its very personalized experience! read less008gss02/11/22
- A superb cruise in the canals of Amsterdam. Captain Tony was warm and welcoming and... read moreA superb cruise in the canals of Amsterdam. Captain Tony was warm and welcoming and led us through some picturesque canals.
must do activity in the morning when there is less crowd read lessArchana31/10/22Highly recommend this trip with Captain Dave. Very enjoyable and we got some lovely photos.... read moreHighly recommend this trip with Captain Dave. Very enjoyable and we got some lovely photos. We enjoyed your beautiful boat, foodie treats and feeding the swans. Your personal anecdotes were interesting too. Great way to spend the morning. Lovely group of fellow travellers too. Thanks again from us both. read lessAlice27/10/22Our second cruise with Dave This was our second time in Amsterdam and second cruise with Captain Dave. Last time... read moreThis was our second time in Amsterdam and second cruise with Captain Dave. Last time we had morning cruise, this time we took evening one.We really enjoyed our time, if we will take another cruise it will be Captain Dave again 🙂 He is very fun, it is like meeting an old friend, time flies in his company. We enjoyed everything views and lights of beautiful Amsterdam, Dave's stories and jokes, delicious bitterballen and drinks were good too. Thank you Captain, see you next time! read lessngcgosu27/10/22We loved our morning canal tour with Captain Dave. The boat is beautiful with a... read moreWe loved our morning canal tour with Captain Dave. The boat is beautiful with a unique history, and Dave was a terrific guide. Highly recommend read lessRobert25/10/22
- Wonderful Terrific experience. Really friendly and we learned SO much. Amsterdam canals at that time in... read moreTerrific experience. Really friendly and we learned SO much. Amsterdam canals at that time in the morning was so peaceful and almost magical. read lessSeona Q20/05/23
- Superb canal boat tour with Klaas Our tour was Klaas was fantastic and informative. Klaas was delightful and made... read moreOur tour was Klaas was fantastic and informative. Klaas was delightful and made it fun and the boat was a beauty and nice and warm on a cold morning. With just 12 passengers it was more intimate and it got us conversing which made the trip even more memorable. We were so glad we chose the early morning tour--the city was still asleep and we had the canals to ourselves, unlike later in the day when it's steady boat traffic. read less72jeannew19/05/23
- Peaceful early morning cruise Great going out into the canals so early. Nice and peaceful. Very knowledgeable captain. Was... read moreGreat going out into the canals so early. Nice and peaceful. Very knowledgeable captain. Was good Java small group of 12. read less260tinat19/05/23
- Wonderful Canal Cruise My wife and I took a morning cruise with Captain Dave last week. The boat... read moreMy wife and I took a morning cruise with Captain Dave last week. The boat is a charming 1928 vessel, Royal Jonckvrow, which has a rich history. The boat can accommodate no more than a dozen or so passengers, which gives the cruise a feeling of a private tour even when not formally a private tour. The captain was knowledgeable, likable, good-humored, and a good story teller. Well worth our time! read lessremesdh17/05/23
- Captain Dave is a great guy. Take this if you want to see nice views... read moreCaptain Dave is a great guy. Take this if you want to see nice views from within the canals. Not very informative but very comfortable and beautiful. Recommend doing the morning cruise as it is the best time. read lessPeter06/05/23
- Dave was so funny, amusing, entertaining and informative! Our full boat of 12 had so... read moreDave was so funny, amusing, entertaining and informative! Our full boat of 12 had so much more fun than those 30+ people passing by on the bigger canal cruise boats with bored looks on their faces! We were aged early 20's to early 60's and seemed to get along well. Captain Dave even let one of us drive the boat for a while. Most of us had beer and wine, plus snacks. The only small bummer was not going to the Amstel River, Magere Bruge is so the rest of our family could see it. But Captain Dave took us through the islands, where the typical tourist boats go. All in all, we thoroughly enjoyed the 90 minutes of entertainment. Thanks Captain Dave for the great time and nonstop laughs! read lessNoemi04/05/23
- Captain Dave was so much fun. His boat is beautiful and comfortable. It was great... read moreCaptain Dave was so much fun. His boat is beautiful and comfortable. It was great to have the option of being indoors and warm on a brisk April morning. His storytelling was unmatched and we enjoyed learning and laughing with him. read lessNicole25/04/23
- First off, Captain Dave is a super fun guy. This canal cruise is absolute value... read moreFirst off, Captain Dave is a super fun guy. This canal cruise is absolute value for money. When my husband and I last visited Amsterdam we took the early cruise with Captain Dave and so coming back, we had to take the trip again with him. Thanks Captain Dave 😊 read lessTania24/04/23
- I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the Early Morning Canal Cruise on the Royal... read moreI recently had the pleasure of experiencing the Early Morning Canal Cruise on the Royal Jonckvrouw from 1928, and it was indeed a magnificent experience. This boat is a true showpiece of Amsterdam, and it was an honor to cruise along the canals in such a historic vessel.
Captain Tony was a wonderful host and guide, and their expertise and knowledge of the city made the experience unforgettable.
The tour was relaxing, informative, and fun, with Captain Tony offering insights into the city's history and landmarks without overwhelming us with too much information.
Thank you, Captain Tony, for a beautiful morning on the canals! read lessNasser23/04/23 - Captain Dave was a great tour guide through the canals. It was peaceful and quiet... read moreCaptain Dave was a great tour guide through the canals. It was peaceful and quiet in the morning, and he shared stories, history and a little bit of humor with us and the other guests. Would definitely recommend, especially if you’re looking for some great photos of the canals and city. read lessMadilynn22/04/23