Jonckvrouw 1928
Cruise in style in the old management
boat of the Port of Amsterdam
Jonckvrouw 1928
Cruise in style in the old management boat of de Port of Amsterdam
We sail in the former Dutch government boat from 1928, which was used from 1928 to 2015 by prominent figures such as presidents, mayors, and royal families.
The ship has everything you need, in clear weather we open the roof and windows, when rain, we are warm and dry.
A private boat tour is particularly suitable for family, friends, and colleagues (max. 12 guests). You rent the ship with a English speaking local captain.
From €185 per hour – minimum purchase 90 minutes.
Private cruise at a time that suits you best, with drinks and snacks. Min. duration 90 minutes.
Light Festival cruise, the winter event in Amsterdam. A private cruise with 1st class view.
The boat was used for most of its existence as a management ship for promotional purposes of the city and the port. After replacement, she went to a foundation that renamed the saloon boat Jonckvrouw and completely restored it.
Canal Cruise, Amsterdam Roman was our captain and wasso welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly. We were very comfortable and... read moreRoman was our captain and wasso welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly. We were very comfortable and the boat being slightly smaller meant we went down the smaller canals also. Unlimited drinks, nibbles and fun! Highly recommended read less
Perfect time for informative and fun canal trip Well worth an early start, Captain Dave’s canal trip was exactly as described and more.... read moreWell worth an early start, Captain Dave’s canal trip was exactly as described and more. A perfect combination of history and humour. We had a peaceful trip round the canals of Amsterdam before the rush of the day and the coffee, tea, fruit juices and sugar bread kept hunger pangs at bay. Captain Dave was rightly proud of his boat and its heritage and very enthusiastic and informative about the history of Amsterdam through the centuries. Highly recommended. read less
A wonderful way to start your Amsterdam day! What a fantastic and relaxing morning canal cruise in Amsterdam. My wife and I thoroughly... read moreWhat a fantastic and relaxing morning canal cruise in Amsterdam. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our 100 minute tour. The boat was beautiful. As we were readying to get under way I was wondering where Captain Dave was? A lovely young woman was greeting us and offering hot drinks and juices. Where was the Captain?, I was thinking. Well, it turned out the the lovely young woman WAS our Captain. Captain Anna was exceptional in every way. Her warmth, knowledge and skill made for a wonderful early morning trip. From the light jazz to the tasty breakfast cake, this trip is worth the money. Capt. Anna’s joyful knowledge of all things Amsterdam was engrossing and informative. I’m sure Capt. Dave is a great host as well, but Capt. Anna made our day!I HIGHLY recommend booking this early morning gem. read less
Great canal cruise! Had a lovely cruise on 18th September 2023, we had Captain Anna rather than Dave... read moreHad a lovely cruise on 18th September 2023, we had Captain Anna rather than Dave who was our guide, she was very personable and informative. Went round the Prinsengracht and back, took around 90 minutes. It was very nice and relaxed, a good way to see some of the sights - we went under the Magere, past the Westerkerk, Anne Frank's house, and one of Amsterdam's smallest houses! Very much recommend this company for a small group tour (there were only 12 people on the boat as it's a very small boat including us). We also learned the history of Amsterdam and how they dammed the river, as well as why some of the buildings are sinking and the steps taken to address this. Very much recommend booking this boat tour. read less
Wonderful Tour What a wonderful way to start our first day in Amsterdam. I was a little... read moreWhat a wonderful way to start our first day in Amsterdam. I was a little concerned we wouldn’t find the right location but by following Google Maps, it was a 15 minute walk from where we were staying right to the exact spot we needed to be. Captain Dave pulled up in his beautifully restored canal boat from the Dutch Royal Family right on time. Captain Dave is personable, kind and gives a well informed tour. Taking the early morning coffee tour allowed us to enjoy the canals virtually free from other canal boat traffic, making for a peaceful tour. Coffee was make your own from a capsule coffee maker. Other beverages offered were water smoothies, beer, wine, orange juice and tea. A delicious sugar bread was also served. I highly recommend this tour. read less
Take this Canal cruise in Amsterdam. Anna captained the boat this cruise. Delightful! Anna was professional, knowledgeable with a great sense... read moreAnna captained the boat this cruise. Delightful! Anna was professional, knowledgeable with a great sense of humour. We chose this cruise as it has a max of 12 people and we liked the idea of a 1928 vessel still in operation. Anna shared a lot of fun facts and answered all the questions from the group with sincerity and candour. Very informative and fun. We highly recommend for an enjoyable experience. Beverages ( beer, Wine , etc.) were available. PS: Snacks were Pringle’s chips and nuts so if you are looking for a dining experience this might not be the choice for you. read less
Amsterdam River Tour My daughter in law, who lives in Amsterdam, found this tour for us. We really... read moreMy daughter in law, who lives in Amsterdam, found this tour for us. We really enjoyed it. We were lucky to have fantastic weather and a good group but our captain (not Dave on this occasion!) was knowledgeable and made the tour extremely informative and fun. We recommend this tour as good value all round. read less
Fantastic -excellent- wonderful -don’t go with anyone else! Dave is the best. Very engaging and knowledgeable with the fantastic ability to engage all... read moreDave is the best. Very engaging and knowledgeable with the fantastic ability to engage all the passengers with the tour. Thank you Dave for this once in a life time activity!!! 🥰 read lessPerfect Early AM Tour Phenomenal tour. I was looking for something early before the canals got crowded and an... read morePhenomenal tour. I was looking for something early before the canals got crowded and an experienced tour guide. Dave was excellent and the tour was just what I was looking for. Highly recommend! read less
Pleasant 1.5 hour Comfortable clean small historical craft with cabin and small outdoor seating area. Limited refreshments;... read moreComfortable clean small historical craft with cabin and small outdoor seating area. Limited refreshments; poor sound outside the cabin, but the patter is not particularly informative. Take this tour if you want a relaxing small boat tour of the canals without frills. read lessAmazing Canal Cruise! From the moment we met Dave until the end of the cruise, the experience exceeded... read moreFrom the moment we met Dave until the end of the cruise, the experience exceeded expectations! The groups was given choices of where to go and we chose to go away from the tourist areas to see beyond the usual route. Dave shared great information about the history of Amsterdam and shared his personal stories about growing up in the historic city. I would highly recommend one of his cruises at any time of the day! read less110% would recommend this canal cruise!! Couldn’t have had a better time with Captain Dave, amazing host that provides constant laughs... read moreCouldn’t have had a better time with Captain Dave, amazing host that provides constant laughs as well as so much information about the history and area. Drinks and snacks provided were great and the small group gave the tour a very nice atmosphere. Only downside to the tour was that we wish it could have been longer! we didn’t want to get off. Would 110% recommend this canal cruise. read less
Best Canal Cruise! Captain Dave was an amazing guide. As a group we were able to choose where... read moreCaptain Dave was an amazing guide. As a group we were able to choose where we wanted to go, so we opted for a tour that went beyond the usual tourist route. In addition, Dave was full of interesting information about the history of Amsterdam and how the canals were made. It was my birthday on the day of my cruise, so he also made the day special with humour and a Prosecco! The boat is absolutely gorgeous and the small group size make it a memorable experience! I highly recommend Captain Dave! read lessCaptain Dave & his retired Royal boat are fantastic! We picked Captain Dave’s boat & tour as it was described as small, with included... read moreWe picked Captain Dave’s boat & tour as it was described as small, with included drinks & snacks, & an itinerary determined by the group. And it delivered on all of that. Lovely little boat, Captain Dave is knowledgeable, hospitable & entertaining, & the atmosphere/tour was great! Well worth considering. read lessGreat experience Thoroughly enjoyed our boat trip with Captain Dave. Very knowledgeable and funny. It was a... read moreThoroughly enjoyed our boat trip with Captain Dave. Very knowledgeable and funny. It was a lovely way to see Amsterdam and take in some history. read less
A wonderful tour in a wonderful city, My partner and I went on the 8:00 am cruise and it was absolutely lovely.... read moreMy partner and I went on the 8:00 am cruise and it was absolutely lovely. The waters were still and serene. Captain Dave was funny, friendly, and full of local knowledge and history. If you're looking for a relaxing 1 and a half hour cruise with little boat traffic and an engaging tour guide/captain, look no further. read less
Highly Recommend Fantastic canal tour with a wonderful guide, Captain Klaus. The boat is gorgeous and comfortable... read moreFantastic canal tour with a wonderful guide, Captain Klaus. The boat is gorgeous and comfortable and well-stocked with refreshments. The boat seats only a small number of people so the tour feels more personalized. Definitely recommend!! read less
Hieperdepiep, its time to celebrate! This canal cruise was the highlight of our stay in Amsterdam.Our captain Klass started the... read moreThis canal cruise was the highlight of our stay in Amsterdam.Our captain Klass started the tour with a rendition of 'Hieperdepiep' to celebrate my birthday.He was super friendly and informative. 90 minutes was a great amount of time, although we all agreed that we would have stayed on for another trip if there had been room. We had so much fun and looking at the passengers on the bigger boats it was clear to see who booked the better cruise! We recommend The Captain Dave cruise to anyone. read less
Awesome experience! Thanks! Awesome Tour! Would recommend to anyone wanting to tour the canals! The boat was beautiful.... read moreAwesome Tour! Would recommend to anyone wanting to tour the canals! The boat was beautiful. So much history in that boat. Small snacks and beverages provided were good. Captain Dave was awesome. He had so much knowledge of Amsterdam and the canals, and made it a personal experience for us. Who knew? Until we did the tour! Thank you! read less
Best Amsterdam Canal Boat Tour This small group boat 1.5 hour tour was absolutely fabulous. There were only 7... read moreThis small group boat 1.5 hour tour was absolutely fabulous. There were only 7 of us on the Friday 8pm tour in mid-August. Captain Dave was terrific; full of fun facts, lots of historical knowledge and personal stories about the Jordaan area. Our 16-year old son loved it because he got to pilot the boat several times. Our 8pm tour (last of the day) was great because we got to the see the light shift from day to night and see the sunset colors over the canals was truly stunning. And seeing the nightlife along the canals was really fun. The boat is gorgeous and also has a great history. We didn’t use the head (bathroom) but it was great to know we had access to one (for #1) if needed. Capt. Dave had a nice selection of beverages included in the price of the tour. There are SO many canal boat tours available but if you want something small and curated - not a loud raucous party boat - this is definitely your best best. Capt. Dave offered us 4 options for our 1.5 tour so it was great to be able to choose what we wanted to see. Most of other canal boat tours are only 1 hour. read less
Great tour, great Captain, highly recommend! I was travelling solo and booked on this cruise to learn more about Amsterdam and... read moreI was travelling solo and booked on this cruise to learn more about Amsterdam and to enjoy the canals- I definitely got both these things! Captain Dave is funny and knowledgeable and I enjoyed hearing stories and facts from him. He had pictures maps and videos to show us even more and sugar bread and drinks for us for during the cruise. There were around 12 people on the tour which made the experience more personalised and friendly. We also sailed past Anne Frank’s house and it was great to see this from the canal having visited it on foot the day before. I would highly recommend this tour. Thanks Captain Dave! read lessTerrific way to start the day! Highly recommend for people who gravitate to quiet settings and small group conversations. Captain Anna... read moreHighly recommend for people who gravitate to quiet settings and small group conversations. Captain Anna did a terrific job sharing history and insights about Amsterdam, answering questions from her guests, and setting a very comfortable vibe for her 9 passengers to feel comfortable talking with each other and/or her.The boat is a beautiful, close to 100 year old vessel. Very comfortable with delicious, traditional sugar bread and coffee available. read less
Highly recommend this historic, intimate, small boat canal tour Our family of six booked the private 8:00 am Breakfast Canal Tour 6 months in... read moreOur family of six booked the private 8:00 am Breakfast Canal Tour 6 months in advance for a July Saturday morning. We booked online directly with Captain Dave’s website and then also communicated via WhatsApp. Loved being out on the canals early in the day, when there isn’t too much other boat traffic, pedestrians, or car traffic noise. It was rainy/misty on the morning of our tour, but that seemed to add to the experience. We easily found the dock at the address provided, not far from the Anne Frank House and very walkable from our hotel near Centraal Station. Just note that there is no signage by the dock – so just go to the street address and look for the boat in the canal. The boat is covered, so we were able to stay dry in the cabin, putting down the windows to take pictures, or standing under the tarp on the back of the boat. We loved being able to move around inside and out, side to side to see everything we passed. We were provided with bakery fresh croissants, fresh orange juice, and strawberry smoothies as well as water, coffee and tea. Since this was a small boat and a private tour for just our family, we were able to go where we wanted. Since we were boarding a cruise ship later that day, we asked if we could go to the port to see our ship – and we did, along with all the other sights along the way. Our captain (not Dave, but Tony, I believe) was very personable and funny, answered whatever questions we threw at him and relayed lots of great information about the city, the canals, and the culture. The boat is historic and it was great to hear about its royal history. It was an amazing and fun 1.5 hours. At the end, he dropped us off at the dock by Centraal Station, which was a closer walk back to our hotel for us (and, bonus, we got to see Centraal Station from the water). Highly recommend this canal boat tour for the intimacy, the breakfast, the commentary, and the ability to go down the smaller canals. read lessThank you Captain Dave! The canal cruise with Captain Dave was a highlight for all of us. He loves... read moreThe canal cruise with Captain Dave was a highlight for all of us. He loves his city and passionately explains how the canal works, how the city was built and showed us different areas and types of canal. We wished we had booked an evening cruise but were leaving the next day. Next time! read lesscapt. Dave is great! Do this tour! Dave was entertaining and real. He loves his boat and his city and we... read moreDave was entertaining and real. He loves his boat and his city and we could all fed that. The tour was comfortable and informative. read lessBrilliant Had a wonderful evening cruise with Dave .I would say what a great way to... read moreHad a wonderful evening cruise with Dave .I would say what a great way to start off with a meet and greet with the other guests, getting to know everyone else made it more relaxed! Dave couldn't accommodate enough, the small amount of passengers on the boat makes it more comfortable and enjoyable as your actually able to see what Dave is talking about on the way round! Undercover boat was great as wasn't the best weather ..would defo recommended and use again! Don't waste your time on the big commercial cruise companies. Thank you Dave! Ian read lessGreat find! What a great tour! A nice small size boat, a friendly bunch of people... read moreWhat a great tour! A nice small size boat, a friendly bunch of people and gave lots of opportunities to ask questions as not a packed, large scale tour. The Captain was very knowledgeable and welcoming and we learnt lots about Amsterdam. Highly recommended! read less
Great entertaining canal trip I chose this trip because it was a smaller boat and therefore less touristy and... read moreI chose this trip because it was a smaller boat and therefore less touristy and more relaxing! It is twice as expensive as the other trips but much more personalised and longer and definitely worth doing. The boat is beautiful and because it is smaller you can go down smaller canals which the bigger boats can’t do. Dave is a real local and extremely knowledgable and entertaining - he looked after us very well. Highly recommended. read less
Unmissable! Fantastic! Make sure you book in advance, this is a small tour and sells out... read moreFantastic! Make sure you book in advance, this is a small tour and sells out quickly - for good reason. It's a smaller boat, with rich history and lovingly renovated. It was super comfortable, with a choice of seats in or outside and great views. There was coffee, fresh juice, lovely pastries. But the best was of course the tour itself and our tour guide - brilliant energy, great sense of humour, very knowledgeable, a true local! Both my son and I loved the tour, thank you! read lessCanal Cruise, Amsterdam Roman was our captain and wasso welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly. We were very comfortable and... read moreRoman was our captain and wasso welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly. We were very comfortable and the boat being slightly smaller meant we went down the smaller canals also. Unlimited drinks, nibbles and fun! Highly recommended read lessPerfect time for informative and fun canal trip Well worth an early start, Captain Dave’s canal trip was exactly as described and more.... read moreWell worth an early start, Captain Dave’s canal trip was exactly as described and more. A perfect combination of history and humour. We had a peaceful trip round the canals of Amsterdam before the rush of the day and the coffee, tea, fruit juices and sugar bread kept hunger pangs at bay. Captain Dave was rightly proud of his boat and its heritage and very enthusiastic and informative about the history of Amsterdam through the centuries. Highly recommended. read lessA wonderful way to start your Amsterdam day! What a fantastic and relaxing morning canal cruise in Amsterdam. My wife and I thoroughly... read moreWhat a fantastic and relaxing morning canal cruise in Amsterdam. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our 100 minute tour. The boat was beautiful. As we were readying to get under way I was wondering where Captain Dave was? A lovely young woman was greeting us and offering hot drinks and juices. Where was the Captain?, I was thinking. Well, it turned out the the lovely young woman WAS our Captain. Captain Anna was exceptional in every way. Her warmth, knowledge and skill made for a wonderful early morning trip. From the light jazz to the tasty breakfast cake, this trip is worth the money. Capt. Anna’s joyful knowledge of all things Amsterdam was engrossing and informative. I’m sure Capt. Dave is a great host as well, but Capt. Anna made our day!I HIGHLY recommend booking this early morning gem. read lessGreat canal cruise! Had a lovely cruise on 18th September 2023, we had Captain Anna rather than Dave... read moreHad a lovely cruise on 18th September 2023, we had Captain Anna rather than Dave who was our guide, she was very personable and informative. Went round the Prinsengracht and back, took around 90 minutes. It was very nice and relaxed, a good way to see some of the sights - we went under the Magere, past the Westerkerk, Anne Frank's house, and one of Amsterdam's smallest houses! Very much recommend this company for a small group tour (there were only 12 people on the boat as it's a very small boat including us). We also learned the history of Amsterdam and how they dammed the river, as well as why some of the buildings are sinking and the steps taken to address this. Very much recommend booking this boat tour. read lessTake this Canal cruise in Amsterdam. Anna captained the boat this cruise. Delightful! Anna was professional, knowledgeable with a great sense... read moreAnna captained the boat this cruise. Delightful! Anna was professional, knowledgeable with a great sense of humour. We chose this cruise as it has a max of 12 people and we liked the idea of a 1928 vessel still in operation. Anna shared a lot of fun facts and answered all the questions from the group with sincerity and candour. Very informative and fun. We highly recommend for an enjoyable experience. Beverages ( beer, Wine , etc.) were available. PS: Snacks were Pringle’s chips and nuts so if you are looking for a dining experience this might not be the choice for you. read lessWonderful Tour What a wonderful way to start our first day in Amsterdam. I was a little... read moreWhat a wonderful way to start our first day in Amsterdam. I was a little concerned we wouldn’t find the right location but by following Google Maps, it was a 15 minute walk from where we were staying right to the exact spot we needed to be. Captain Dave pulled up in his beautifully restored canal boat from the Dutch Royal Family right on time. Captain Dave is personable, kind and gives a well informed tour. Taking the early morning coffee tour allowed us to enjoy the canals virtually free from other canal boat traffic, making for a peaceful tour. Coffee was make your own from a capsule coffee maker. Other beverages offered were water smoothies, beer, wine, orange juice and tea. A delicious sugar bread was also served. I highly recommend this tour. read lessAmsterdam River Tour My daughter in law, who lives in Amsterdam, found this tour for us. We really... read moreMy daughter in law, who lives in Amsterdam, found this tour for us. We really enjoyed it. We were lucky to have fantastic weather and a good group but our captain (not Dave on this occasion!) was knowledgeable and made the tour extremely informative and fun. We recommend this tour as good value all round. read lessPerfect Early AM Tour Phenomenal tour. I was looking for something early before the canals got crowded and an... read morePhenomenal tour. I was looking for something early before the canals got crowded and an experienced tour guide. Dave was excellent and the tour was just what I was looking for. Highly recommend! read lessFantastic -excellent- wonderful -don’t go with anyone else! Dave is the best. Very engaging and knowledgeable with the fantastic ability to engage all... read moreDave is the best. Very engaging and knowledgeable with the fantastic ability to engage all the passengers with the tour. Thank you Dave for this once in a life time activity!!! 🥰 read lessAmazing Canal Cruise! From the moment we met Dave until the end of the cruise, the experience exceeded... read moreFrom the moment we met Dave until the end of the cruise, the experience exceeded expectations! The groups was given choices of where to go and we chose to go away from the tourist areas to see beyond the usual route. Dave shared great information about the history of Amsterdam and shared his personal stories about growing up in the historic city. I would highly recommend one of his cruises at any time of the day! read less