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Amsterdam Light Festival Cruises

Experience Amsterdam's Light Festival. Sail through canals and witness illuminated art installations.
Amsterdam Light Festival Cruises
Canal boat cruising past illuminated art installations at Amsterdam Light Festival.
Guests enjoying drinks on the German Guided Light Festival Cruise in Amsterdam.
Amsterdam canal cruise during Light Festival with illuminated art installations, featuring unlimited drinks and snacks option.
Skipper guiding Amsterdam Light Festival cruise with illuminated canal views.
Amsterdam canal boat with passengers enjoying cheese and wine during the Light Festival.
Amsterdam canal cruise showcasing vibrant Light Festival installations.
Guests enjoying the Amsterdam Light Festival cruise with illuminated canal views.
Amsterdam canal cruise with vibrant Light Festival installations reflecting on water.
Amsterdam canal cruise with illuminated art installations during Light Festival.
Amsterdam canal boat during Light Festival with illuminated bridges and cityscape.
Guests capturing Amsterdam Light Festival installations from a canal cruise in the Netherlands.
Amsterdam canal boat passing illuminated art installations during Light Festival.
Amsterdam canal cruise with illuminated art installations during Light Festival.
Guests on a canal cruise viewing Amsterdam Light Festival installations
Canal boat cruising through illuminated art installations during Amsterdam Light Festival.
Amsterdam canal boat passing illuminated art installations during Light Festival.
Amsterdam canal cruise during Light Festival with illuminated bridges and optional blankets.
Amsterdam canal boat during Light Festival with illuminated art installations, optional drinks available.
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1 hour 15 minutes
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  • Experience the magic of Amsterdam's Light Festival on a 75-min boat cruise on a luxurious salon or covered boat, and admire stunning light displays.

  • Discover Amsterdam's canals illuminated by 27 light fixtures, each piece a unique reflection of the theme rituals, showcasing the artistry of global talents.

  • Marvel at the celebration of lights and culture as your experienced English-speaking host uncovers the fascinating stories behind these art pieces.

  • Upgrade your ticket to enjoy unlimited drinks on board, including local favorites like mulled wine.

  • Did you know? The Light Festival also features some permanent fixtures like The Light Kite, displayed at Sloterplas, symbolizing friendship and freedom.

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  • Experience the magic of Amsterdam's Light Festival on a 75-min boat cruise on a luxurious salon or covered boat, and admire stunning light displays.

  • Discover Amsterdam's canals illuminated by 27 light fixtures, each piece a unique reflection of the theme rituals, showcasing the artistry of global talents.

  • Marvel at the celebration of lights and culture as your experienced English-speaking host uncovers the fascinating stories behind these art pieces.

  • Upgrade your ticket to enjoy unlimited drinks on board, including local favorites like mulled wine.

  • Did you know? The Light Festival also features some permanent fixtures like The Light Kite, displayed at Sloterplas, symbolizing friendship and freedom.

from €30.80
€19.40

37% off

Amsterdam canal cruise with illuminated art installations during the Lights Festival.
Amsterdam canal boat with illuminated art installations during Light Festival.
Amsterdam canal cruise with illuminated art installations during Light Festival.
Amsterdam canal cruise during Light Festival with German guide and drinks.
Guests enjoying cheese and wine on Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise with illuminated cityscape views.
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Amsterdam canal boat during Light Festival with illuminated art installations.
Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise
Amsterdam canal with illuminated art installations during the Lights Festival Cruise.
Amsterdam canal boat with illuminated art installations during Light Festival.
Amsterdam canal boat cruising past illuminated art installations during Light Festival.
Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise
Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise
Boat cruising through illuminated canals during Amsterdam Light Festival.
Amsterdam Light Festival illuminated artworks along canal during evening cruise.
Amsterdam canal boat with illuminated art installations during Light Festival.
Amsterdam Light Festival Canal Cruise with illuminated art installations along the canal.
Amsterdam canal boat with illuminated art installations during Light Festival.
Amsterdam canal boat with illuminated art installations during Light Festival.
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1 hour 15 minutes
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  • Drift through Amsterdam's illuminated wonderland on a cozy, heated canal boat and get a front-row seat to the mesmerizing Amsterdam Light Festival.
  • Prepare for a light-filled adventure as you choose from three convenient boarding points, and sail for 75 or 90 mins, with an English and Dutch audio guide.
  • Feel the magic of the Festival from the open deck and marvel at views of 27 light displays celebrating the theme Rituals, each a masterpiece of illumination.
  • Immerse in the legacy of Amsterdam's 750th anniversary through five stunning permanent light artworks located in the Greater Amsterdam Region.
  • Did you know? In addition to the light installations, the festival often features live music performances, creating a vibrant and energetic atmosphere.

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  • Drift through Amsterdam's illuminated wonderland on a cozy, heated canal boat and get a front-row seat to the mesmerizing Amsterdam Light Festival.
  • Prepare for a light-filled adventure as you choose from three convenient boarding points, and sail for 75 or 90 mins, with an English and Dutch audio guide.
  • Feel the magic of the Festival from the open deck and marvel at views of 27 light displays celebrating the theme Rituals, each a masterpiece of illumination.
  • Immerse in the legacy of Amsterdam's 750th anniversary through five stunning permanent light artworks located in the Greater Amsterdam Region.
  • Did you know? In addition to the light installations, the festival often features live music performances, creating a vibrant and energetic atmosphere.
from €27.50
€19.50

29% off

Amsterdam canal boat with passengers enjoying cheese and wine during the Light Festival.
Amsterdam canal boat with passengers enjoying cheese and wine during the Light Festival.
Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise with illuminated canal and wine tasting.
Guests enjoying cheese and wine on Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise with illuminated cityscape views.
Boat cruising through Amsterdam Light Festival installations at night.
Solar catamaran cruising Berlin's waterways with audio guide, showcasing city highlights.
Amsterdam canal cruise with pizza and drinks, featuring a scenic view of historic buildings and bridges.
Amsterdam Light Festival cruise boat on canal with illuminated art installations.
Guests enjoying drinks on the German Guided Light Festival Cruise in Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Light Festival cruise boat .
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1 hour 15 minutes
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  • Experience a culinary and visual delight on a 75-min Amsterdam cruise as you indulge in a trio of local cheeses and a carefully curated selection of wines.

  • Savor the flavors of three locally sourced cheeses, including truffle cheese, paired with unlimited organic wines like Prosecco from Spain.

  • Lose yourself in the enchanting sights of Amsterdam's historic architecture, illuminated by mesmerizing light installations of the 13th edition of the festival.

  • Cruise Amsterdam's canals on a heated boat with an outdoor deck for the best views, and listen to informative commentary from your skipper or audio guide.

  • Did you know? The Amsterdam Light Festival originated from the 'Christmas Canal Parade', held for the first time in 2009.

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  • Experience a culinary and visual delight on a 75-min Amsterdam cruise as you indulge in a trio of local cheeses and a carefully curated selection of wines.

  • Savor the flavors of three locally sourced cheeses, including truffle cheese, paired with unlimited organic wines like Prosecco from Spain.

  • Lose yourself in the enchanting sights of Amsterdam's historic architecture, illuminated by mesmerizing light installations of the 13th edition of the festival.

  • Cruise Amsterdam's canals on a heated boat with an outdoor deck for the best views, and listen to informative commentary from your skipper or audio guide.

  • Did you know? The Amsterdam Light Festival originated from the 'Christmas Canal Parade', held for the first time in 2009.

from €39.50
€35.55

10% off

Amsterdam canal boat tour with illuminated art installations during Light Festival.
Amsterdam Light Festival evening cruise on canal with illuminated art installations.
Amsterdam Light Festival evening cruise on canal with illuminated art installations.
Amsterdam Light Festival evening cruise on canal with illuminated art installations.
Amsterdam Light Festival evening cruise on canal with illuminated art installations.
Amsterdam Light Festival evening cruise on canal with illuminated art installations.
Amsterdam Light Festival evening cruise with illuminated art installations along the canal by Blue Boat Company.
Amsterdam canal boat tour during Light Festival with illuminated art installations.
Amsterdam Light Festival evening cruise with illuminated canal views.
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1 hour 30 minutes
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  • Go on an enchanting 90-minute evening cruise with spectacular views of the enchantingly lit up city during the Amsterdam Light Festival, which takes place during the city's darkest and coldest months of the year.

  • With pieces of art from select artists, architects, and designers from all over the world, this is the perfect opportunity to take some stunning photographs of this unique festival.

  • Onboard, you will be able to gather information about the displays as you take in one masterpiece after another with an audio guide available in multiple languages.

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  • Go on an enchanting 90-minute evening cruise with spectacular views of the enchantingly lit up city during the Amsterdam Light Festival, which takes place during the city's darkest and coldest months of the year.

  • With pieces of art from select artists, architects, and designers from all over the world, this is the perfect opportunity to take some stunning photographs of this unique festival.

  • Onboard, you will be able to gather information about the displays as you take in one masterpiece after another with an audio guide available in multiple languages.

from €20.60
€18.54

10% off

Amsterdam canal cruise during Light Festival with German guide and drinks.
Guests enjoying the German Guided Light Festival Cruise in Amsterdam with illuminated cityscape.
Guests enjoying drinks on the German Guided Light Festival Cruise in Amsterdam.
Amsterdam canal boat with illuminated light festival displays, German-guided cruise.
Audio guide
Amsterdam Light Festival cruise showcasing illuminated artwork installations on canal.
Guests enjoying the German Guided Light Festival Cruise in Amsterdam with illuminated cityscape.
Illuminated Amsterdam canal with vibrant art installations during the Light Festival.
Amsterdam canal boat during Light Festival with illuminated art installations.
Amsterdam canal cruise with illuminated buildings during Light Festival, German guide, drinks included.
Amsterdam Light Festival cruise boat on canal with illuminated art installations.
Amsterdam Light Festival cruise boat .
Free Cancellation
Instant Confirmation
1 hour 15 minutes
2 more
  • Marvel at the splendid Amsterdam Light Festival on a 75-min cruise, and listen to your German audio guide unravel fascinating stories of the art and city.

  • Be mesmerized by the beauty of the art that celebrates Amsterdam's 750th anniversary, and indulge in unlimited beverages like wine, beer, and soft drinks.

  • Delve deeper into Amsterdam's rich history and culture as your German audio guide shares the background and interesting facts about the light displays.

  • Stay warm and cozy inside the heated boat, or step onto the open deck for the best views of Amsterdam's illuminated canals. 

  • Did you know? The festival organizers ensure that the light sculptures are displayed in exhibitions around the world after the festival ends.

More details

  • Marvel at the splendid Amsterdam Light Festival on a 75-min cruise, and listen to your German audio guide unravel fascinating stories of the art and city.

  • Be mesmerized by the beauty of the art that celebrates Amsterdam's 750th anniversary, and indulge in unlimited beverages like wine, beer, and soft drinks.

  • Delve deeper into Amsterdam's rich history and culture as your German audio guide shares the background and interesting facts about the light displays.

  • Stay warm and cozy inside the heated boat, or step onto the open deck for the best views of Amsterdam's illuminated canals. 

  • Did you know? The festival organizers ensure that the light sculptures are displayed in exhibitions around the world after the festival ends.

from €34.95
€31.46

10% off

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Jose Antonio Marin
US

Jose

5/5
United States
Boat company is great and the boat captain was a great guide. The address given by headout was not correct. It was another location for blue boat light festival trip. The right location was next to the Hard Rock Cafe
1.5-Hour Extended Amsterdam Light Festival Evening Cruise
Monika Bartsch

Monika

4/5
The trip started on time and the ship was pleasantly warm. During the trip, we were told something about the light objects in Dutch and English. The trip was great. Thank you very much
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Amsterdam Light Festival Canal Cruise
Miranda Naomie Alberts

Miranda

4/5
It was a long, but nice cruise. The skipper told quite a bit extra and made it fun. Because it was so crowded it took longer only we enjoyed the light art and everything around us.
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Amsterdam Light Festival Canal Cruise
Emuna susan vaisman
IL

Emuna

5/5
Israel
Amazing experience very well guided by sebrina ❤️ Borice our captain beautiful evening witn stuning Amsterdam history ❤️
Amsterdam Light Festival Luxury Cruise with Unlimited Drinks & Snacks Option
Meghan Pagliarini
US

Meghan

4/5
United States
Seeing the lights was incredible. I wished they offered hot chocolate as a beverage, and the they wouldnt over crowd the boat.
Amsterdam Light Festival Luxury Cruise with Unlimited Drinks & Snacks Option
Lidy Schalekamp
US

Lidy

5/5
United States
We loved everything about it. Captain Abram was a champ, even with hydronic failure, which we did not know about until disembarking. Great guy with great Amsterdam humor. So kind! So was the steward, full of enthusiasm. He even fixed us a to go box for the left over cheese. The lights, with the freezing rained combined, were so beautiful. We hope to do this again in the future. Nothing but praise from us. I am from Amsterdam, but left in 1974, and an experience like this, warms my heart for my Mokum. Thank you.
Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise with Cheese and Wine
Deniz Yetim
DE

Deniz

5/5
Germany
The lıght ın Amsterdam ıs magnıfıcent. Wıth the rıght company package they offer, ıt wıll be an experience of a lıfetıme. I gıve ıt a 4 star. ıf ı have to do ıt agaın, ı wıll do ıt on an open and a small boat. Overall, ıts a 8/10.
Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise with Cheese and Wine

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