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A boat named "Eveline" sails on a canal at night beneath a bridge adorned with festive white lights, surrounded by historic buildings. Two people lean on a boat's railing, smiling and looking outside at illuminated red arches over water. Illuminated arch structure on water with a boat underneath, surrounded by other boats and city lights at dusk. A woman and man, dressed warmly, laugh together while holding mugs. They are seated on a couch with an orange cushion in a cozy setting. A woman in a uniform steers a boat at night, pointing ahead, with festive lights and water reflections visible through the window. Two people on a boat at night, one holding a phone capturing a photo of a large illuminated star over a river. Three women are seated in a festively decorated boat, smiling and holding drinks, with lit trees visible in the background.
A boat named "Eveline" sails on a canal at night beneath a bridge adorned with festive white lights, surrounded by historic buildings. Two people lean on a boat's railing, smiling and looking outside at illuminated red arches over water. Illuminated arch structure on water with a boat underneath, surrounded by other boats and city lights at dusk. A woman and man, dressed warmly, laugh together while holding mugs. They are seated on a couch with an orange cushion in a cozy setting. A woman in a uniform steers a boat at night, pointing ahead, with festive lights and water reflections visible through the window.
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Amsterdam Light Festival: Saloon Boat Cruise + Optional Unlimited Drinks

See stunning light festival sculptures from a luxury boat with glühwein

  1. Duration 1h 15mins

  2. Live guide English

Included

  • 75-minute canal cruise
  • Heated boat
  • Live guide
  • Professional skipper
  • Unlimited drinks (if option selected)

Starting point

33A Prins Hendrikkade, 1012 TM, Amsterdam

Take a 75-minute cruise through Amsterdam's historic canals during the Amsterdam Light Festival. You will see impressive light art installations that illuminate the city in the darker months on a luxury open boat with unobstructed views.

The festival has been a tradition for over 12 years and aligns with Amsterdam's 750th anniversary, for the 14th edition the festival celebrates with the theme of legacy.

Light art helps bring people together and energizes the city. Discover how the language of light transforms the cityscape with more than 20 artworks leaving a lasting impression.

Upgrade your experience with an unlimited drinks option that includes wine, mulled wine, beer, or soft drinks.
  • Make sure to be there 10 minutes in advance
  • Search for our crew dressed in bright orange
  • Show your smartphone voucher before boarding the boat
  1. Provider: Flagship Amsterdam
    Registered address: Leliegracht 50D, 1015 DH, Amsterdam, NL

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  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please do not arrive earlier than 10 minutes before boarding time. Early boarding is not possible and will lead to longer queues and unnecessary congestion on the quay
  • Make sure to wear weather-appropriate clothing, since it can be chilly on the water
  • Please note there might be delays caused by the official festival route, demonstrations, or other unforeseen events
  • Cancel for free until 72 hours before you visit and get a full refund
  • Rescheduling is possible until 72 hours before your visit

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