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Drift Away on the IJ
Navigating the narrowest of canals and lowest of bridges!

All-inclusive max 8 person cruise with captain Jack himself

By Amsterdam Private Boat Tour - Day Tour
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$97 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Join me on a journey to explore Amsterdam over the canals with a maximum of 8 guests at a time.

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 drinks, 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.

Activity location

  • Amsterdam Canal Ring
    • Amsterdam, The Netherlands, The Netherlands

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Singel 7
    • 7 Singel
    • 1012 NA, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

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All-inclusive max 8 person cruise with captain Jack himself
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m1h 30m
  • English
Price details
AU$96.63 x 1 AdultAU$96.63
Total
Price is AU$96.63

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLittle sweet and savoury snacks to nibble on with your drinks are provided
  • What's includedWhat's includedExtensive 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

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Amsterdam Canal Ring
  • 1h 30m
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 humour and the typical Dutch straight forwardness!
The Jordaan (Pass by)
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.
Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum (Pass by)
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.
Montelbaanstoren (Pass by)
Former tower part of the defence wall surrounding Amsterdam, converted in the 1600 to a clock tower. Features also in a painting by Rembrant van Rijn
Red Light District (Pass by)
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.
Magere Brug (Pass by)
The most famous bridge out of the thousands Amsterdam features, why is it famous and who build it?
The Smallest House in Amsterdam (Pass by)
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.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESAmsterdam Canal Ring
    • Amsterdam, The Netherlands, The Netherlands

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLESingel 7
    • 7 Singel
    • 1012 NA, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

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