Tour guide in Amsterdam Ralph d.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish

27

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Since May 11, 2024

5.0

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I'm Ralph d., your private tour guide in Amsterdam

Guide #67101

Hi! I'm Ralph, your bilingual guide (born and raised in the UK, Dutch parents). Welcome to Amsterdam - it's a fantastic place to visit! I've lived here in Amsterdam for almost forty years, so I've seen a lot of changes - but the city is just as astonishing, beautiful, wonderful and unique as it was when I arrived in 1986. I'm an environmental scientist by training and a translator and musician by trade. I've always had a very wide range of interests including art, architecture, medicine, history, trade, language, technology, and industrial archaeology. Amsterdam has played a central role in all of these fields for many centuries, especially during its Golden Age, so the city and the surrounding areas offer an enormous wealth of fascinating insights, locations, stories and experiences. Over the last forty years I've always enjoyed showing family, friends, and visitors around this amazing city - on foot, by bicycle, by car, and especially by boat (I also have a skipper's licence). Now I look forward to sharing my extensive knowledge and enthusiasm with you, as your private guide! I have my own car (with a large sun roof), so I can meet you anywhere and take you anywhere. I can skipper a boat for you. I love meeting people. I'm a good communicator and an attentive listener. I'm flexible, so you can alter any itinerary to your liking or specific requirements. And I'm keen to hear about your own special interests. I would enjoy doing the research to ensure you get the tour YOU want! - BSc Environmental Sciences (UEA, UK) - Sworn translator (Dutch - English) - KVB1 (skipper's licence)

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  • Amsterdam
  • The hague
  • Rotterdam
  • Den Bosch

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  • Anne Therese B.Australia
    June 2026

    Forget the large tourist boats that are available to tour the canals of Amsterdam! Ralph's small private tour will be more fun and much more interesting! Our time with Ralph was a highlight of our visit to the city. He is so knowledgeable about everything! Great stories and conversations! Despite some rain it was wonderful to cruise slowly through the city. He was also...

    Replied from the guide, Ralph d.

    June 2026

    Thank you so much Anne! It was a pleasure. And well done for braving the unknown! :-)

  • Noel C.United States
    May 2026

    Ralph was a great tour guide! He was very knowledgeable and answered any questions our group had. We really enjoyed the unexpected stop at the brewery. Definitely a must do tour in Amsterdam!

    Replied from the guide, Ralph d.

    May 2026

    Thanks Noel! It felt like the right thing to do for your group. :-) Greetings to all, and to Dot the well-travelled sheep and fellow Irish pubgoer!

  • Jo A.United States
    May 2026

    I highly recommend Ralph and this tour. Seeing beautiful Amsterdam via the canals is an easy, delightful way to explore the city. Ralph is knowledgeable, easy going and a great host. He even brought hot tea and snacks for a cool day on the water.

    Replied from the guide, Ralph d.

    May 2026

    Thanks Jo! I enjoyed your company! All the best with the rest of your holiday.

  • Amy H.United States
    April 2026

    Ralph was a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. We enjoyed spending time with Ralph and would recommend him as a wonderful guide!

    Replied from the guide, Ralph d.

    April 2026

    Thanks, Amy. I loved your questions!

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