Our luxury private heated & enclosed Light Festival Boats
Book your luxury private & heated saloon boat for the Light Festival from 360 EUR including tax, fees and welcome drink.
Amsterdam Light Festival with Private Classic Saloon Boats
Book tickets for our heated and enclosed classic private boat Undine, Ritz, or Tzar for an Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour.
Discover the different light objects from international artists placed on and over the water of the Amsterdam canals. The boats are floating monuments from 1920 and 1915. Our canal boats are fully renovated, with comfortable cushions, a well-stocked minibar, an integrated heating system, and double-pane windows.
The double pane windows are handy for the Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour in the winter, as they prevent foggy windows. So you can still clearly see all light objects. The Undine is one of Amsterdam’s few boats with that feature. Enjoy a perfect view during the Amsterdam Light Festival cruise with us!
Experience the Magic of Amsterdam’s Light Festival with a Canal Cruise
Embarking on a festival canal cruise is a peaceful way to explore the picturesque waterways. You can choose between tickets for 90 minute tours or extend it with a ticket for a light festival tour with dinner or appetizers. The charm of a canal cruise is unmatched. Glide past lush greenery and historic landmarks. Experience tranquillity and serenity as you sail.
For a magical experience, try the Light Festival canal cruise. The Amsterdam Light Festival Canal offers a stunning view of illuminated art installations. Follow the festival route and take in the sights. Accessible boats ensure everyone can enjoy this relaxing journey. Sit back, relax, and let the gentle rhythm of the water soothe you.
See Light Artworks Up Close on an Exclusive Open Boat Tour
Join an open boat tour to see light artworks up close. Experience a captivating journey through Dutch creativity with brilliant displays of light art. Marvel as the glowing lights reflect on the water, creating a breathtaking scene. This festival canal cruise offers an exclusive chance to see different types illuminated masterpieces. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore the city uniquely and artistically!
Plan Your Journey: Amsterdam Light Festival and Its Main Departure Points
To fully enjoy the Amsterdam Light Festival artworks, start by planning your visit. You can depart from convenient locations like Central Station, Leidseplein, or Museumplein, with plenty of options to fit your needs. Whether you prefer a central or more remote departure point, you can easily find the perfect base for your journey. Check the festival’s departure times and reserve your tickets in advance. Explore the Amsterdam Light Festival canal and map out your route to make the most of this magical experience.
Sail Together on a Group Cruise Through the Amsterdam Festival Canal
Begin your journey on the stunning Amsterdam festival canal cuise with friends on a memorable group cruise. Savor delicious Dutch cuisine as you enjoy the picturesque views of the famous canals. Admire the colorful tulips and historic buildings along the route.
The gentle sway of the boat, paired with lively conversations, creates the perfect atmosphere for relaxation and bonding. Cruise on the iconic Blue Boat and admire the beautiful artworks displayed during the festival.
Take advantage of this incredible chance to create lasting memories with your group. Plan your festival canal cruise and book your tickets online for December or January.
Amsterdam Light Festival 2025 2026 dates
The Amsterdam Light Festival 2025 runs from November 27th to January 18th, 2026. Dates may vary each year and are typically announced mid-year. Our online booking system will display the available dates, allowing you to easily reserve your Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour.
Prices & Duration of the private Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise
The price for a light festival private cruise starts from 360 EUR (prices can vary depending on the day/amount of persons) Small surcharges are applicable for groups larger than 4 persons. We can fit up to 12 persons in the enclosed part with the double glass. If you still like to come with more than 12, we can discuss the options or suggest a bigger boat depending on the group size. Please get in touch with us if your group should exceed 12 persons.
The duration of the Light Festival private tour is around 90 minutes. All our tours include a welcome drink, and the captain, who is the tour guide, will explain the details and background of the light objects during the private cruise.
Amenities on board our heated boat, Undine
During the tour, you can enjoy various drinks from our well-stocked Minibar. You can choose between organic white and red wines from the local and urban winery Chateau Amsterdam.
For beer lovers, we serve Heineken and Hertog Jan. Would you like to celebrate life or a special occasion? Then, a bottle of champagne or Prosecco is always available on board and ready to be served. Alternatively, we also serve coffee and tea (for free) from our Nespresso machine or soft drinks!
Amsterdam Light Festival Dinner Cruise
You can book directly via our reservation system or contact us with more questions (e.g., a more extensive group size). Would you like to combine a dinner tour with a light festival tour? That’s possible, but the minimum time would be 2,5 or 3 hrs (depending on the preferred number of courses). You can choose from various restaurants: Van de Kaart, Restaurant Black & Restaurant Red, and Vegan Sushi Bar.
Food allergies / dietary restrictions on your private Light Festival dinner tour
Our partnering restaurants can also accommodate special dietary needs:
- Soy allergy
- Fish allergy
- Gluten-free options
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
Please contact us if you have any dietary restrictions you would like to clarify beforehand. We can double-check with the partnering restaurants ‘so’ we are sure we can make it a fantastic light festival dinner tour!
Questions?
Please get in touch with us should you have any additional requests. You can contact us via WhatsApp or phone at +31 6390 510 68.
Is the light festival free in Amsterdam?
The best way to explore the light festival is from the water as the artworks are placed on the canals and bridges. There are no free boat tours available for the light festival.
How to see Amsterdam Light Festival?
The best way to see the Amsterdam Light Festival is with our private boat. You can see all the artworks from the water.
What time does Amsterdam Light Festival start?
Each day from 28th of November until 19th of January 2025. The departure times are 5, 7 or 9pm.
How long is the boat tour in Amsterdam?
The Light Festival private boat tour is 90 minutes.
Discover the Amsterdam Light Festival light objects
