Amsterdam Festival of Lights Cruise by Captain Dave
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Don’t miss out on the annual canal boat tour event! During the Amsterdam FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS (from November 27 to January 18, 2026), the city is illuminated by international light artists displaying their artwork throughout the city center.
Come and join us on this adventure. Get a first-class view and see the historic center of Amsterdam transforming into an open-air light art exhibition. All to be seen by boat.
The Festival of Light is one of the top 10 winter festivals in Europe
—The Guardian
We sail in a heated boat from 1928 with a silent electric motor. The ideal boat for exploring the canals of Amsterdam. The boat has heating, a toilet (a luxury), sunroof, sliding windows and outer deck. Want to sit outside, make sure you wear (warmer) clothes suitable for the weather.
Book direct for the best experience. Come and join us!
Captain Dave Amsterdam
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Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommened for travelers with acute intestinal problems
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Personable non-scripted guide, host and fully licensed captain in-one
Included Mulled Wine and Hot Chocolate
We cruise in a saloon boat with sliding windows, a sunroof and open aft deck
Heated boat and warm blankets
Toilet on board (light use only!)
90-minutes cruise with 1st class view of the open air exhibition 'Amsterdam Light Festival'
Boat tour by Award Winner— recognized by Airbnb and Tripadvisor Amsterdam!
Gratuities
Options
Light Festival Tour— 4:30 PM
Light Festival Tour— 4:30 PM
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Drinks included: Mulled wine and hot chocolate
First-class view Light Tour: We stick to a fixed route to see the best of the Amsterdam Light Festival. Boat tour with lively and personal guidance.
Saloon boat from 1928: We cruise in a heated saloon boat with sliding windows, sunroof, and open aft deck. Toilet on board. Rain or Shine!
Amsterdam Light Festival : Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise —a beautiful cruise with first-class view on the artworks. Departure time: 4:30 pm
Light Festival Tour— 8:30PM
Light Festival Tour— 8:30 PM
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Drinks included: Mulled wine and hot chocolate
Light Tour with first-class view: We stick to a fixed route to see the best of the Amsterdam Light Festival. Boat tour with lively and personal guidance.
Saloon boat from 1928: We cruise in a heated saloon boat with sliding windows, sunroof, and outer deck. Toilet on board. Rain or Shine!
Amsterdam Light Festival : Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise —a beautiful cruise with first-class view on the artworks. Departure time: 8:30pm
Light Festival Tour— 6:30 PM
Light Festival Tour— 6:30 PM
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Drinks included: Mulled wine and hot chocolate
Light Tour with first-class view: We stick to a fixed route to see the best of the Amsterdam Light Festival. Boat tour with lively and personal guidance.
Saloon boat from 1928: We cruise in a heated saloon boat with sliding windows, sunroof, and open aft deck. Toilet on board. Rain or Shine!
Amsterdam Light Festival : Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise —a beautiful cruise with first-class view on the artworks. Departure time: 6:30pm
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