Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise with Welcome Snack and (Warm) Drinks (Optional)
75 minutes past the Light Festival artworks with a local skipper and optional warm drinks.
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Aldo M.
“Nick was the best man in the city! Very beautiful experience!”
From €30.65
·1 hour 15 mins
About this tour
Amsterdam Light Festival cruise • 75 minutes • Warm drinks and snack optional
See the 15th Amsterdam Light Festival from the water. This shared cruise is planned at 1 hour 15 minutes and leaves from Stationsplein 18, next to Amsterdam Central Station. You sail past the artworks along the light route.
The festival runs from 26 November 2026 to 17 January 2027. The lights are on every day from 16:30 to 23:00, and until 21:00 on 31 December. Eco Boats Amsterdam is an official partner of the festival.
On board
You sail on an Eco Boats electric sloop with a semi-covered design and a local skipper at the helm. Depending on the weather the boat is open, partly covered or fully covered.
Drinks and snacks are optional. Ticket options at booking: no drinks, one drink, or unlimited drinks with a welcome snack. The snacks can contain nuts.
Good to know
- Eco Boats warns that the cruise is sometimes longer than 75 minutes because of traffic on the water, and that it can be busy.
- Meet at Stationsplein 18. Arrive 10 minutes before departure. Look for the dark green Eco Boats banners. Use Google Maps, not Apple Maps.
- Dress warmly. It gets cold on the water.
- A city tax per person is added at checkout.
- Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before departure.
“Nick was the best man in the city! Very beautiful experience!”
Food & drinks on board
Snacks & Bites
- Welcome snack with the unlimited drinks ticket
Drinks & Bar
- Warm drinks (optional)
- Unlimited drinks ticket available
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure
- Change time up to 12 hours before departure
- Add guests up to 1 hour before departure
- Passengers can cancel a public tour free of charge up to 24 hours before the start. In case of cancellation within 24 hours, the full amount is due.
What guests say
Aldo M.
August 2026
“Nick was the best man in the city! Very beautiful experience!”
Andrea M.
August 2026
“Best experience”
Alessandro C.
August 2026
“Nick è stato ottimo💪🏼”
Matteo
August 2026
“Very good person! Nick!!”
m V.K.
August 2026
“Top”
Krishan V.
August 2026
“Timon was wild and amazing”
Nate S.
August 2026
“Timon is a beast of a guide”
Unai M.G.
August 2026
“Incredible experience and incredible service from Rick and the team! Highly recomended!”
Luca N.
August 2026
“Wonderful boat ride with Timon”
Isabel G.
August 2026
“I recommend Eco Boats for your canal ride. Timon was a great guide, funny and informative!”
Fabio D.S.
August 2026
“Perfecr simon osvery good”
Lynsay B.
August 2026
“We loved the trip! Timon was a great guide. Very funny and informative.”
Valen
August 2026
“I love you timon”
Justin B.
August 2026
“We had a wonderful time with Timon”
Lara D.B.
August 2026
“Great boattour!!”
Klaas D.B.
August 2026
“Timon wist veel te vertellen”
Luis J.G.
August 2026
“Amazing! Knowing Amsterdam in this way has been really beautiful!”
Oonnati D.
August 2026
“Timon, our skipper was funny and knowledgeable.”
Julia M.
August 2026
“Our guide Timon was great - informative while also entertaining. Such a good canal tour.”
Stephen A.
August 2026
“Timon gave me and my family a fantastic tour around Amsterdam. He was informative and open. Can happily recommend this trip”
Who This Is For
Great for
- Solo travellers and couples happy to share the boat with a few others
- Guests who want unlimited drinks included
- Rainy days — the boat is covered
- Visitors who want to see the Amsterdam Light Festival from the water
Maybe not for
- Anyone wanting a private boat — this cruise is shared with other guests
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does this cruise depart from?
Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise with Welcome Snack and (Warm) Drinks (Optional) departs from Stationsplein 18, 1012 AB Amsterdam.
How long is this cruise?
The cruise lasts 1 hour 15 mins.
How many people can join this cruise?
Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise with Welcome Snack and (Warm) Drinks (Optional) is a shared cruise with a maximum of 30 guests on board, so you book per seat and travel alongside other guests.
How much does this cruise cost?
Prices for Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise with Welcome Snack and (Warm) Drinks (Optional) start at €27.50 per person.
What is included on this cruise?
This cruise includes Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, Local skipper on board, Open, partly or fully covered boat, depending on weather and Drinks and snack optional.
Are drinks included on this cruise?
Yes — unlimited drinks are included in the price of this cruise.
What happens if it rains?
This boat has rain cover, so you stay dry on board if the weather turns.
Can I cancel this cruise for free?
Yes, this cruise offers free cancellation.
Who operates this cruise?
Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise with Welcome Snack and (Warm) Drinks (Optional) is operated by Canal Motorboats & Eco Boats Amsterdam and can be booked directly through BoatLocal.
Can I book last-minute, and how fast is my booking confirmed?
Yes, as long as a time slot is still open for booking on this page. Every booking is confirmed instantly online — no waiting to hear back. Each available time shows its own booking cutoff, so grab a spot before it closes if you're booking for the same day.
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About Canal Motorboats & Eco Boats Amsterdam
Canal Motorboats & Eco Boats Amsterdam
Canal Motorboats was founded in 1996 and is the oldest boat rental company in Amsterdam. Its sister brand, Eco Boats Amsterdam, runs the fully electric side of the fleet — whisper-quiet, emission-free boats used for self-drive rentals (no boating license required), private charters with a skipper, and scheduled shared canal cruises. Boats depart from Stationsplein, right by Amsterdam Central Station, with shared cruises from €20 per person and private charters from €400.
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