Slow-paced | Culturally rich | Always personal
Private Tours,
designed around you
Each tour is privately guided by Ralph Deckers, a Dutch historian with over 15 years of experience in guiding and trip organizing. Whether you’re in Amsterdam for a day or exploring the Netherlands and Belgium for a week, we’ll craft a meaningful and, above all, fun experience tailored to your interests—and your pace. Whether you are a family of five, a couple, or a single traveler, we have something special for you.
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Private Walking Tours
Wander through quiet canals, hidden courtyards, and lively squares. Learn how Amsterdam, Leiden, Haarlem, Delft, Utrecht and The hague started and discover the hidden gems. Great for first-time visitors or those looking for depth beyond the usual highlights. Perfect to start your visit after a rivercruise.
Includes:
✔ Private walking tour (half or full day)
✔ Hidden courtyards, canal houses, real stories
✔ Three dutch snacks (light lunch)
✔ Guided by a native Dutch historian
📍 Available daily | Duration: 2h30 ~ 3h30
€ Private tours €375,-
Amsterdam / Brussels By Mouth
Discover the vibrant cities of Amsterdam or Brussels through its rich and diverse flavours. From delectable cheeses to freshly caught herring, delightful poffertjes to iconic Belgian waffles, irresistible chocolate to a refreshing Belgian beer, this immersive walking tour combines delicious food tastings with insightful cultural context and fascinating historic background.
Includes:
✔ Visits to bustling markets & hidden local food spots
✔ 7 tastings of traditional Dutch and Belgian specialities, along with 1 drink and a convenient 24-hour public transportation ticket (valid for bus, metro, and trains)
✔ Engaging stories behind the dishes and their intriguing origins
✔ Guided by a native Dutch historian
✔ Full lunch & guaranteed fun!
📍 Available daily | Duration: 3-4 hours of tasty exploration
€ 84,- per person
Experience Amsterdam from the water
See Amsterdam from its most iconic and picturesque perspective. Enjoy a relaxing, private boat cruise through the city’s UNESCO-listed canals with your knowledgeable skipper. This experience is ideal as a romantic afternoon outing or a laid-back evening adventure, perfect for creating lasting memories. For group of up to twelve people.
Includes:
✔ Private boat rental (open or covered) to suit your preference
✔ Convenient pick-up & drop-off at any location you desire
✔ A selection of drinks & delicious snacks included for your enjoyment
✔ Please book 24 hours in advance
✔ Local Amsterdam skipper
📍 Available daily | Duration: 2 hours of leisurely exploration
Day Journeys made for you
Let’s build your perfect itinerary.
Planning a day trip from Amsterdam or Brussels? Explore charming towns like Haarlem, Delft, Utrecht or Bruges. We can stroll around smaller towns along the “Zuiderzee” – such as the Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Monnickendam. Visit windmills, cheese farms, Dutch dikes, WWII sites near Arnhem (Operation Market Garden) or visit the battle sight of Waterloo or the the gem of Flanders: Antwerp — all curated to your interests.
Includes:
✔ Dutch / Belgian countryside & cheese farms or other local highlights
✔ Hidden historical towns
✔ Guided by a local historian
✔ Includes transportation
📍 Multi-day options available | Fully customized
Recommended: 3-day itinerary
Multi-Day Journeys
A complete Dutch experience. No planning stress.
Spend several days immersed in Dutch and /or Belgian culture — guided every step of the way. Includes logistics, hotel suggestions, dining tips, and personalized daily itineraries. The Benelux region has a lot to offer. Whether you want to explore Ghent or small towns like Damme or Zierikzee
Example:
Day 1: Amsterdam highlights & canal cruise
Day 2: Museum our dear lord in the attic + local food tour
Day 3: Haarlem or countryside with cheese tasting
📍 4–8 day packages | Ideal for couples or small groups
Private Rickshaw Tour
Explore Amsterdam in comfort
Enjoy a relaxing ride through Amsterdam’s historic streets in a private rickshaw — perfect for travelers who prefer not to walk. Glide past canals, courtyards, and hidden gems while your guide shares stories along the way.
Includes:
✔ Central canals & Jordaan
✔ Hidden courtyards & local life
✔ Optional coffee/photo stop
📍Flexible pickup in central Amsterdam | 1–2 guests per rickshaw | Ideal for seniors or low-mobility guests | Duration: 1h30 – 2 hrs
Van Gogh or Rijks Museum Journey
A focused museum experience. No planning stress.
See the best of the Rijksmuseum or Van Gogh Museum in 90 minutes—guided every step of the way. We handle timed-entry and a highlights route so you can keep exploring after the tour.
Includes:
✔ Museum entrance ticket
✔ Private guide with stories and context
✔ Highlights route covering 5–6 key art pieces
📍 Need to be booked in advance | Duration: 1h30
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Are you a travel agent?
Get in touch with us to create a unique experience for your clients. For clients embarking or disembarking a cruise in Amsterdam we offer a special two or three day Amsterdam cruise package. Connect and we can help you arrange transfers and we will make sure your clients have a great time in and around Amsterdam. They’re in the best hands.
EXCELLENTTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ As a travel advisor, I’m always looking for partners I can trust with my clients, and Ralph is absolutely one of the best guides in Amsterdam. He has a remarkable gift for taking care of every detail, no matter how small, ensuring that nothing is overlooked. His communication is excellent—clear, timely, and thoughtful—which makes the planning process smooth and stress-free. When I work with Ralph, I know without a doubt that my clients are in the best hands. He provides an exceptional experience from start to finish, combining professionalism with genuine warmth and hospitality. If you’re looking for someone who will consistently go above and beyond for travelers, Ralph is the guide you want in Amsterdam.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing fun experience around Belgium with Ralph, very knowledgeable and passionate about his job. I can only hope to tour with him again in the near future!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ralph is a terrific guide. He is knowledgeable, experienced and great fun.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Outstanding tour of Normandy with Ralph as our outstanding guide. The tour was well paced, quite informative and lots of fun! You can count on Ralph to be very responsive to individual interests, needs or concerns on any tour he leads.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An amazing gent providing amazing tours. Couldn’t recommend enough.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was lucky to have Ralph as my tour guide for trip to Paris and Normandy. He is extremely knowledgeable and added greatly to the amazing time I had. I’m looking forward to my next tour with Ralph!!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ralph, man van de vele woorden, grapjes en bakken kennis – met een flinke dosis culturele feeling. Jij maakte de tour tot een feestje! Altijd sociaal, sfeerbepaler pur sang, en gewoon superleuk om bij te zijn. Dankjewel Ralph! ❤️Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ralph is so experienced and it shows. He is one of the better guides I know and he has a very good network of people in the travel industry in the Netherlands & Belgium.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I took a food tour with Ralph and it was an amazing experience. I got to know the city from totally different perspective. I would recommend the tour to everyone who wants to get to know the city better!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best service ever! Recommend definitely!