We were 2 couples traveling in April, 2012 and secured a private tour with historywalks.com. As far as we were concerned this is one of the all time best walking tours ever!! Peter Schaapman does an outstanding presentation of the old sections of Amsterdam. His knowledge of history as it pertains to pre and post World War II is astounding.... More

We spend a great time walking through Amsterdam and learning all about the city and the Jewish people who were deported to the concentration camps. Peter, was excellent in his knowledge and attention to detail. We learned a lot on the walk. I am a Dutch national but my quests were Engiish. Although I ofcourse knew a little bit about... More

Started our trip in Amsterdam with a walking tour with Peter. He was able to give tons of information that all could enjoy as well as answer any questions in detail if the interest was there. it was a good way to get oriented to the city and learn lots of facts, not just about WWII, but the city in... More

Ah, Peter. He is a passionate man about World War ll, and how its history reflects on Amsterdam. He is able to put you in the time and place with his picture library and dialogue. Excellent teacher of the misery of the people suffered, and how they now live above it. My husband and I both loved it! More

It was a pleasure spending the afternoon learning about Amsterdam's history with Peter. He is so knowledgeable. In addition to the great tour focusing on World War II, his package of written materials included restaurant and pub recommendations. We did the Anne Frank Haus tour the following day, but others in our walking tour group had done it the day... More

Just returned from trip to Amsterdam. Peter's tour was fantastic way to both see the city and to learn about the impact WWII had on the city overall...highly recommend this tour...really enjoyed it. More

We were so glad we walked with Peter. Our time in Amsterdam was limited, arriving Saturday morning and leaving on a cruise Sunday afternoon. I was delighted when Peter responded to my email saying that he could do the walk Saturday afternoon at 1pm. It was rainy off and on, but Peter gave us an opportunity for a coffee midway... More

Great walking tour of Amsterdam.We saw and heard about places and events that we would never had know about.Peter who takes the tour is incredibly knowledgeable and a top bloke. More

This is an amazing insight into wartime Amsterdam given by a very interesting guide who is passionate about his city and its past. Only by doing this tour will you see the hidden secrets of the past. Peter is articulate and humerous - a real Amsterdam diamond!! More