Ultimate Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

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Amsterdam, Netherlands

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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A 3-Hour Private Guided Tour Through Amsterdam with a Local

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Overview

In the depths of winter, Amsterdam comes alive with light sculptures and illuminations, all part of the Amsterdam Light Festival. Experience it in style on this canal cruise aboard a cozy, fully heated boat. Your captain is your live guide, sharing secrets of the city and this season’s artworks alike, and the open bar serves up snacks, Amsterdam beers, European wines, mulled wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.

A small group ensures an intimate experience you won’t find on bigger boats
Choose from multiple departure times to suit your schedule
Capture magical photos of heritage vistas with contemporary light art
Hand-crafted, high-end electric boat provides a premium experience

What's Included

Snacks

A sharing platter with typical Dutch nibbles
Alcoholic Beverages

Your selection of local Amsterdam beers & European wines and mulled wine, are covered in a high-end self service open bar
Soda/Pop

Selection of non-alcoholic beverages are included
Light Festival fee included in the ticket price

Gratuities

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Itinerary

Amsterdam (Pass By)

Amsterdam Light Festival (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.8

based on 54 reviews

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Lights were not impressive

Bella_M, Dec 2025

The crew was amazing! However, the lights were not great. The lights were not very festive. The light sculptures were more modern interpretive art rather than holiday fun. There were not that many lights. It was not impressive at all. It was difficult to take good pictures because of the glare on the windows and because the boat was low and you mostly saw the wall of the canals. Again, the crew was amazing and very friendly and informative.

Good tour- poor communication

Tami_M, Jan 2025

The canal tour was very nice and the lights were beautiful on the canal. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and the drinks plentiful. I’m a professional travel advisor who takes tours all around the world. My issue was the lack of communication regarding the meeting point. We were told (email) location of 106- where we got on the wrong boat for a private tour and were told to walk to the office to find out where our boat was docked. This took place 10 minutes prior to the boat leaving. We were 45 min early waiting at the wrong location- no email, no communication of a change. The girl at the office instructed us if the new dock - which was a 5 minute sprint so we wouldn’t miss the boat. We made it, but needless to say- stressed once embarking on the tour. They definitely need better communication if the location is going to be changed or proper instructions to check in at their office prior to your tour.

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