Private Tour
Amsterdam Light Festival Private Cruise With Welcome Drink
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Come onboard of our classic private saloon boat for the Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour which takes place from yearly from end of November till mid January. Discover the lightened sculptures from a variety of artists while floating through the canals. Bring your friends, family or children to this amazing light festival boat tour and explore together the artistic light objects and their meanings. Our captain which is also the guide will know the history of the art objects as well as key facts of the artist.
The private boat is one of a few which has the floating monument status in Amsterdam. Due to its historic character, built in 1912, earlier serving as a passenger transport boat between East and West Germany, this boat has unique history.
Unlike other boat tours, this tour includes a welcome drink and has an intimate setting with your own group up to 8 people. The captain is a real local and stands for excellent service during the Amsterdam light festival boat tour.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Oudeschans
Houseboat area
The Amstel
Amstel river, the only river in Amsterdam. Very wide and used to show bigger light sculptures!
What‘s Included
complimentary
Bottled water
Additional drinks can be purchased on board from the minibar (white wine,red wine, beer, soft drinks, Champagne)
can be purchased on board from the minibar
Options
Amsterdam Light Festival Private Cruise With Welcome Drink
Reviews
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Robertini to the rescue
Sightseer47778412175,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Robertini was an excellent and knowledgeable captain. The trip was fantastic and we really saw and learned a lot more about Amsterdam from him
Great cruise!
Michael L,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The boat was beautiful and larger than expected. It really can comfortably seat 12 adults. The captain also exceeded expectations. In addition to being extremely nice he narrated the experience with interesting explanations of the art installations we were seeing. I highly recommend.
Top experience!
Donkervliet,Jan 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Udine is a beautiful and intimate saloon boat; it was neatly ready for us at the agreed boarding time. Our captain turned out to be an enthusiastic young man who did not hesitate to join the conversation when asked. He has sailed us around with his knowledge and skills excellently. We use this platform more often and they have never disappointed us. Reliable and correct so definitely recommended!
Enjoyable private tour
Voyager85332,Jan 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our first activity on our arrival. It was a great way to see the special exhibit and learn a little about Amsterdam. Our tour guide was great and super attentive.
Well worth it!
Rafal K,Jan 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing cruise. The boat was lovely and the captain was knowledgeable, kind and adjusted the tour perfectly for us. We've seen a loft of the interested areas and had great opportunities for photos that the captain pointed out in advance. Highly recommend booking!
Awesome tour!
889camiej,Dec 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Boat was amazing! The Tzar was perfect for a family of 4 with adult children. Mark was awesome and we enjoyed him as our driver!
Fantastic! Perfect, can’t get much better…
D9178UOjond,Dec 4, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour itself is amazing, so many things to see and having someone there to personally explain everything is so good. Our captain was so knowledgeable and nice he knew all the information behind the light exhibits and loads of information about Amsterdam and the canals generally. I actually used this trip to propose to my (now) fiancé! It’s such a nice, intimate and romantic evening would recommend to any couples seeking something a little more personal and special.
BoatBoys Tours
Escape43409895112,Dec 4, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent choice for a tour of the canals... it's the second time I've relied on Boatboys and I've always had a good time! Good explanations along the way, young and always friendly guys... small boats, well maintained and very comfortable! Highly recommended Some doubts about the Light Festival: I thought there were more installations for what is advertised! The canal tour is still interesting to see the city from another perspective
Great way to see the canals of Amsterdam !!!
aubreyb528,Sep 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00BoatBoys canal cruise on Ondine was terrific. Great English speaking guide, good food and drink. This tour was the best !!!!
Excellent
juliabO2734PK,Aug 1, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely brilliant trip - would highly recommend! It could not have been better - we were so glad we booked this trip!
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