Canal boat cruising under illuminated bridge during Amsterdam Light Festival.
Guests toasting with champagne on the German Guided Light Festival Cruise.
Friends toasting on a cozy Amsterdam Light Festival cruise with festive decor.
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Highlights

  • Glide along canals on a 75-minute sailing as your guide highlights artworks, monuments, and stories you might miss while walking the city.
  • Board near Amsterdam city centre or near Centraal Station at the dock shown on your ticket, keeping travel simple before you step on the boat to explore the canals.
  • See city monuments and artworks from the water as you follow a 75-minute route along canals lined with lights and reflections at night.
  • On board, an English-speaking guide shares stories about the city, monuments, and artworks, turning the sailing into a narrative journey.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 75-minute Amsterdam Light Festival cruise
  • Boarding from Amsterdam city centre or Centraal Station (as per option selected)
  • English-speaking guide on board
  • Experienced local skipper and hosts
  • Stories about the city, monuments, and artworks
  • Heated traditional saloon canal boat or covered historic ship (as per option selected)
  • Amsterdam Light Festival fee
  • Transportation to/from the meeting point
  • Cruises on New Year’s Eve

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

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  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.

Sharp metallic tools or objects, smoking and drugs are not allowed on this experience. Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

The boat is heated and covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during winter months. The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026. Guests showing signs of intoxication before boarding will not be allowed to join the cruise. If a guest becomes disruptive due to intoxication during the cruise, the journey may be ended immediately and they may be asked to leave the boat.

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