All Inclusive max 8 person cruise with captain Jack himself
Overview
All cruises are captained and guided by myself Boudewijn Metzelaar aka ¨Captain Jack¨ for those that are unable to pronounce my impossible Dutch name :-)
We will sail on a fully electric luxury salonboat. There is comfortable seating for each guest indoor and outdoors, whatever the unreliabe Dutch weather may bring you will be comfortable onboard the ¨Drift Away¨
A full array of (alcoholic) drinks and delicious snacks are included. Feel free to enjoy yourself with the beverages, there is a bathroom onboard!
I am not only an Amsterdammer by birth, I am one by heart. Through my diverse upbringing en life choices I have developed a unique perspective on Amsterdam which I really enjoy sharing with others.
The small scale of maximum 8 guests allows for an intimate and enjoyable level of conversation during the cruise.
Inclusions
- Alcoholic Beverages - Extensive open bar with local beers, top shelf liqours, soft drinks and hot drinks. You will not be disappointed! I make a killer G&T with local gin
- Snacks - Little sweet and savoury snacks to nibble on with your drinks are provided
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Amsterdam Canal Ring, Amsterdam The Netherlands
All cruises are captained by myself as the captain/owner of the Drift Away.
We depart from the Singel no.7 and we will return to this location at the end of the cruise.
I do not offer a fixed route, depending on your wishes as guests I will tailor the cruise to you specifically.
Due to the custom design of the Drift Away we have access to even the narrowest canals of Amsterdam and are able to pass even the lowest of bridges.
If you do not have any preferences I will put together a route which will give you an overview of the canal belt, a few of the small less travelled canals, the Amstel river and the eastern maritime area.
As a born and raised ¨Amsterdammer¨ I have a wealth of knowledge about Amsterdams history, culture and the Dutch way of life in general. I love sharing with you about my hometown in an easy going manner, with a good sense of humor and the typical Dutch straight forwardness!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Pass By: The Jordaan, Amsterdam The Netherlands
We will pass through the pitoresque district the Jordaan. The name of the Jordaan finds its origin in the French word Jardin, meaning garden. Many of the streets in the district are named after flowers.
Pass By: Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum, Kattenburgerplein 1, 1018 KK Amsterdam The Netherlands
The former warehouse of the Admiralty of Amsterdam features the Maritime Museum. We will also pass by ¨De Amsterdam¨ an enormous replica East India Trading Company ship.
Pass By: Montelbaanstoren, Oude Schans 2, 1011 KX Amsterdam The Netherlands
Former tower part of the defense wall surrounding Amsterdam, converted in the 1600 to a clock tower. Features also in a painting by Rembrant van Rijn
Pass By: Red Light District, Amsterdam The Netherlands
We will pass the most famous prostitution district in the world, you will learn the practical features of the usage of red light in the world of prostitution.
Pass By: Magere Brug, Kerkstraat Nieuwe Kerkstraat, Amsterdam The Netherlands
The most famous bridge out of the thousands Amsterdam features, why is it famous and who build it?
Pass By: The Smallest House in Amsterdam, Oude Hoogstraat 22, 1012 CE Amsterdam The Netherlands
Tax used to be based on the width of your residence facade. We will pass the smallest house in Amsterdam to show you the builders disdain for paying tax.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Captain Jack was knowledgeable, engaging and fun! Definitely one of the best things to do in Amsterdam!
Captain Jack was knowledgeable, engaging and fun! Definitely one of the best things to do in Amsterdam!Jack is great. He not takes 6 people and has wine and snacks to share. You can sit and in or out but we had great weather so out it was!
Jack is great. He not takes 6 people and has wine and snacks to share. You can sit and in or out but we had great weather so out it was!We met some fabulous people which made the trip exceed our expectations! Captain Jack was the perfect host for this outstanding experience!
We met some fabulous people which made the trip exceed our expectations! Captain Jack was the perfect host for this outstanding experience!There are many canal cruises in Amsterdam, but there is only one Captain Jack of Drift Away. There lies the difference! Captain Jack should be your deal breaker when choosing which one to book. My husband and I had a wonderful, memorable experience cruising the canals of Amsterdam in a charming ...
There are many canal cruises in Amsterdam, but there is only one Captain Jack of Drift Away. There lies the difference! Captain Jack should be your deal breaker when choosing which one to book. My husband and I had a wonderful, memorable experience cruising the canals of Amsterdam in a charming boat owned and captained by a young gentleman who made us feel like old buddies invited to a private tour. The boat was cozy, the weather was perfect, the drinks, cheese and snacks served were delicious and filling, the views from the canals were coffee-book worthy (I was thrilled each time we passed under little bridges not accessible to bigger boats!), and the conversation was relaxed, absorbing and quite delightful. Aside from natural charm and humor, Captain Jack has such a wealth of information–be it history, trivia, or just fun facts, so that we left his boat with a better appreciation of Amsterdam and even more in love with the city! I am glad we avoided the crowded, impersonal canal cruises and chose the intimate, small-group boat tour with Captain Jack. We are already looking forward to a repeat should we visit Amsterdam again... So, if you are like me who searches high and low for the best, value-for-money experiences and reads a lot of reviews before deciding, then look no further. This is the canal cruise to book!Due to bad directions from Viator we missed our original boat tour, but Captain Jack was very accommodating and able to schedule us for the following evening, He is very personable and since he grew up he has a wealth of knowledge about the trip. The evening cruise was spectacular and I would rec...
Due to bad directions from Viator we missed our original boat tour, but Captain Jack was very accommodating and able to schedule us for the following evening, He is very personable and since he grew up he has a wealth of knowledge about the trip. The evening cruise was spectacular and I would recommend it to anyone.Amazing canal cruise! Great snacks, wine, beer and guide - Jack made the experience 10/10. Highly recommended to everyone visiting Amsterdam!
Amazing canal cruise! Great snacks, wine, beer and guide - Jack made the experience 10/10. Highly recommended to everyone visiting Amsterdam!