Amsterdam: Light Festival Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks Option
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
Experience the Amsterdam Light Festival from the water during a 75-minute cruise past the light artworks with or without unlimited drinks, you can pick your preferred package.
Board at the Anne Frank House or Central Station (depending on your chosen ticket) and sail comfortably on a heated, covered boat with a toilet on board.
Enjoy the fantastic view from the lounge back deck or through the panoramic skylight. The official audio guide in English and Dutch tells you everything about the light artworks. Perfect for the most beautiful photos and a unique evening!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
To board, you have to climb a few steps. Therefore, it can be difficult for people with reduced mobility to board.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Unlimted drinks: beer, wine & soda’s (if option chosen)
Toilet on board
Lounge on the back deck for the best views
Audio guide in English & Dutch
Heated & covered boat
Panoramic skylight
Friendly skippers with unique stories
75-minute cruise
Snacks (A small selection for sale on board or at the boarding location, such as nuts and chips.)
What To Expect
Prinsengracht
We welcome you in the old neighborhood de 'Jordaan'. A charming area of Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Canal Ring
You will go to the Unesco Canals of Amsterdam
Options
Unlimited Drinks option
Departure: Central Station: Prins Hendrikkade 33A, Amsterdam
No Drinks option
Departure: Anne Frank House: Prinsengracht 261A, Amsterdam
Reviews
123 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great crew
Sheila M,
Jan 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The boat was lovely and the crew were friendly and helpful. We saw alot and we were able to go outside and take photos Having a toilet on board was handy
What a setback!
O6801ZThansd,
Jan 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00A tape is played containing a narration about the artworks. Hardly understandable, especially when there are also couples with small children. The artworks are presented with many words and pooh-pooh, but are very disappointing. The captain didn't feel much like it and it was obvious. The smell in the toilet could not be hardened and not because someone had done a big errand there. Furthermore, the boat is old and worn. All in all, definitely not worth the money!
From Excited to Disgusted
John G,
Jan 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00This was supposed to be the cherry on our sundae visit to Amsterdam. Instead it was more like the sediment from a bad bottle of wine. 1. No way to know where to line up. We had to ask other boat companies. No employee to check you in. Just a mob on the dock. 2. Only provided 2 glasses (short) of a Spanish white wine. No choices. One glass of Coke for our teen. No beer, no gluwhein, no red wine, did I mention no other choices. 3. One small tray of cheeses for 3 people. No clue what they were-one spicy, one truffle-but not Dutch. 4. No audio -except for a programmed voice that we could not hear over conversations. The trains and trams are quieter. The captain said 2-3 items of note. No interaction. 5. My teen and another slept through the tour. 6. I feel like I could have stood on a canal bridge and tossed my money into the canal for more value.
Second time taking a...
Elizabeth W,
Dec 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Second time taking a canal cruise , however my first time with this particular business, I must say, they were so friendly and accommodating. The whole staff was very nice and made the experience that much better. I highly recommend going outside for the best pics.
Lovely time!
Carmen O,
Dec 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00It was absolutely amazing! The views of the holiday lights and the canals of Amsterdam were truly magical. The crew was beautiful and more than accommodating.
Beautiful lights cruise
Rosann D,
Dec 5, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved the history and lights. Our captain and hostess were wonderful enjoyed pairing cheeses with the wines.
I expected more
carmengloriafa,
Dec 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Although it is an interesting walk through the canals of Amsterdam at night, the “Festival of Lights” leaves a lot to be desired and does not fit with the advertising that they make on-line. I found few light sculptures for the tour and as you spend on the boat, there is little time to admire and enjoy them. Also in my case we were touched by a driver who collided with the edges of the canals more than I would have liked. If you’re interested in seeing the light sculptures, it may be worth taking the walking tour.
Very Poor Experience. In Amsterdam.
Wendy H,
Dec 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00I have used. Viator many times and all of my experiences have been super exceptional for this one and it was terrible. Finding the correct boat was very difficult - I had to call for assistance. The unlimited wine included only one very small glass.
exellent canal cruise!
peter4352,
Nov 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00exellent experience! we went on this amsterdam light festival canal cruise with amsterdam circle line, and it was awesome! we went on different company's and this was by far the best. the vieuw was amazing and I took many pictures. it is also a fun activity for the whole family, my kids enjoyed it very much!
A beautiful surprise
camillam76,
Apr 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very fascinating and interesting cruise. I didn't think I would like it but the captain gave us a lot of interesting and new information and also a city dweller's point of view; furthermore the view from the canals is truly suggestive. The planned tour is quite extensive and shows many parts of the city
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Operated by Amsterdam Circle Line