WORLDWIDE · PRIVATE RIVER CHARTERS
Chartering means the boat, the skipper and the hours are yours, and the figure quoted is for the party rather than the person. The 15 below show the boat price and the headcount it covers.
See Paris from a small private boat with Artur’s family team, including guides such as Robert, Rado, and Patricia. In 90 minutes, you’ll pass the Statue of Liberty, Eiffel Tower, Pont Alexandre III, Louvre, Pont Neuf, and Notre Dame. Bring your own food and drinks, or enjoy the welcoming extras sometimes provided on board.
“Had a great time! Well worth the money and would absolutely come back and do it again.”
Spend about two hours on a private yacht between Europe and Asia, passing Ottoman palaces, fortresses, bridges, villas, and mosques. Your guide explains the sights while you enjoy tea, coffee, mint lemonade, fruit, cookies, and baklava. Staff names associated with the cruise include Nur, Betül, Erol, Erik, Edmun, and Erbem.
Set out from Ânima Durius in Pinhão for a private Douro River cruise with guides such as Barbara and Paulo. See vineyard terraces and stone walls from the water, relax in a glassed-in lounge or on deck, and enjoy a glass of Port wine. Choose a one to four-hour outing, with commentary in English, French, Spanish, or Portuguese.
“Easy to find with google maps. The boat ride was lovely and seeing all the other boats we passed and how crowded they were made this feel like a great deal for the money”
Spend two hours on a private yacht between Europe and Asia, passing Dolmabahçe, Ortaköy, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace, and the Maiden’s Tower. Your group gets fresh fruit, cookies, baklava, lemonade, tea, coffee, and water. Staff members including Elena and Nour have received praise for warm, attentive service.
“We enjoyed our private cruise on the Bosporus with a guide. It was a 2 hour cruise that included drinks and snacks. The guide was knowledgeable about the points of interest and history, along the cruise . I would definitely recommend this cruise.”
Ride a cushioned, tiered-seat airboat into the Everglades Wildlife Management Area with an FWC-certified captain such as Mike, Joe, or Robby. Expect stops for alligators, birds, fish, and native plants, plus stories about the ecosystem and restoration work. The small group holds no more than eight people, with drinks, headsets, goggles, and rain gear included.
“Captain Mike made this an unforgettable experience! So cool! So educational! I can’t wait to come back in May with my other kids.”
Spend one hour on a small private boat along Venice’s Grand Canal, Giudecca Canal, and quieter waterways. A local guide, sometimes including Gianni, explains the city’s palaces, Moorish details, bridges, and maritime past in Italian, English, French, German, or Spanish. Expect up to eight passengers, limited outdoor space, and a step down into the boat.
“This boat ride was really interesting. We took it on our first day in Venice. I originally planned it for our last Ana I’m so glad I changed it. It gave us a nice sense of the city and good ideas for how to spend the rest of our time.”
Join Julien for a private 90-minute cruise from Geneva’s Eaux-Vives port. You’ll pass the water jet, city beaches, parks, and lakeside buildings while enjoying an aperitif with wine or another requested drink and light snacks. Julien adds local stories, and on warm days you may have time for a short swim.
“This is a great way to see and learn about Geneva. Our guide Julien was a good host. I'd love to try this again.”
Join Nadia and Paulo for a private two-hour cruise from Marina da Afurada along Porto’s Douro River. See Porto, Gaia, Ribeira, six landmark bridges, and the river mouth at Foz, with local snacks, drinks, blankets, and friendly English commentary.
“Nadia and Paol gave us the very best experience ever!! The boat was adorable and very comfortable. After a wonderful ride and description of the city and it's history, Nadia served us beverages and delicious snacks. We enjoyed a beautiful sunset and Paol piloted us around the river with great expertise. We never wanted the boat ride to end❤️”
Take a private three-hour boat ride from Can Tho with a local boatman such as Thuy or Mang. Glide from the city riverfront through quieter canals, passing stilt homes, gardens, fishermen, and children heading to school. There is no tour guide or shopping stop. Choose sunrise or sunset, and expect a calm, personal outing with possible fruit, water, and simple local gestures.
“It was truly an amazing tour. We had wonderful, unforgettable moments. Our guide didn’t speak English, but he was able to explain the area with videos and a few words. He was very kind and a really good person. Thank you so much.”
Take a private 1.5-hour cruise from Neckarstaden with a captain at the helm and up to 12 people in your group. You pass through Heidelberg’s Old Bridge area, enjoy clear water-level views of the Castle, and receive two bottles of Palatinate rosé plus two bottles of mineral water. Captains including Frank, Martin, and Klaus have led past departures.
Board a private boat near Seville’s Triana Bridge for a 1.5-hour Guadalquivir cruise with paella, starters, dessert, two drinks per person, and your choice of music. Skippers such as Paul and David point out city sights and share local stories. The meeting point can be tricky to find, so allow extra time.
“Excelente David el piloto y la comida. Muy buen paseo”
You’ll have the entire classic wooden boat to your group for 90 minutes, with a captain, two bottles of rosé, and two bottles of mineral water. From Uferbar, the route shows Heidelberg Castle, the Old Bridge, historic villas, Love Island, the Neckarwiese, and city landmarks from the river.
“Incredible way to avoid the crowds and get a relaxing and comfortable way to view the castle and sites of Heidelberg. Despite the drizzle at the end of the tour, we had a great time casually cruising the Neckar River. This hour and half ride taRead more”
Join Susana and Sérgio at Marina do Freixo for a two-hour private cruise from Porto to the Douro estuary and back. You’ll pass beneath six bridges, pause for photos, watch the sunset near the Atlantic, and return to Porto’s evening lights with wine, Port, snacks, and nonalcoholic drinks.
“Susana and Sergio were lovely! Susana was knowledgeable about the various buildings we sailed by and was very patient with my thousand questions :) Sergio has custom-built several accessories on the boat to make the ride more comfortable - a drink holder, a charcuterie tray, etc. They even changed their usual charcuterie menu to account for my food allergies. We highly recommend them!”
Cruise Istanbul’s Bosphorus for two hours on a private yacht for up to six people. An English or Turkish speaking host, captain, and crew take you past Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, the Bosphorus Bridge, Beylerbeyi Palace, and more. Tea and coffee are included, and you may bring your own food and drinks.
“Excellent service, very client-oriented. I would definitively recommend it.”
Join Captain Alexis for a 105-minute private Seine cruise aboard a modern, open boat for up to seven people. Start near Suresnes and finish at Pont de Grenelle in Paris. Bring your own drinks and snacks as you pass the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, the Louvre, Ile Saint-Louis, and Pont Alexandre III from the water.
“Amazing experience! So much fun for a group of girls on a hen do, thank you Alexis!”
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