Amsterdam Light Festival Private Cruise
Glide in quiet comfort past glowing artworks with drinks and stories to warm your night.
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1,664 reviews
What guests loved most
Aldo M.
“Nick was the best man in the city! Very beautiful experience!”
Book up to 12h before departure
From €400
·1 hour & 30 mins
About this tour
For all ages • max 30 people • from €400 • minimum 1.5 hours • Private boat with skipper!
duration: Minimum 1.5 hours
cancellation_summary: Full refund available if you make a cancellation 1 month before departure
min_age: 1
max_age: 99
group_size: Minimum: 10 people • Maximum: 30 people
pricing: - Private boat trip 1,5 hours - from €400
description: Discover Amsterdam's iconic canals in a completely new light on a fully private boat cruise during the Amsterdam Light Festival. Whether you're planning a night out with friends and family, or an original team outing with colleagues, this cruise offers a spectacular setting for any occasion.
The entire boat is yours for the duration. Choose how long you want to sail, and add food and drinks on board to make the evening complete. The group size and atmosphere are entirely up to you. Your skipper will be with you throughout the journey and, on request, is happy to share stories and background about the installations and sights along the way.
Open or Covered Boat
Depending on the weather and conditions on the day, the boat will be open, partially covered, or fully covered. Either way, you'll have a clear view of the city and the light festival from start to finish.
what_is_included: - Private Boat
- Skipper
- Onboard snacks (optional)
- Onboard drinks (optional)
itinerary: ## Boarding location
We start just before Amsterdam Central Station, near Stationsplein 18. Do you prefer to depart from a different location? Then please contact us.
highlights: - Canal Belt (Grachtengordel)
- National Maritime Museum
- Oosterdok
- The Skinny Bridge (De Magere Brug)
- The Dancing Houses
- The Amstel River
check_in_details: Please arrive 10 minutes before departure
special_requirements: Do you have specific requests and wishes that are not listed here? Please contact us. We will look into what we can arrange for you.
restrictions: - To bring your own foods and drinks is only possible if it is discussed beforehand
extras: - Open bar (beer/wine/soft drinks)
- Catering (local Dutch food)
- Alternative boarding point
disclaimers: - In addition to the regular price for the boat, we are obliged to charge tourist tax of €2.70 per person, so please indicate your group size in the next step
- There is an entrance for the Amsterdam Light festival of €8,90 per person
“Nick was the best man in the city! Very beautiful experience!”
Things You Need To Know
Food
- (warm) Dutch fingerfood platter - 30pcs - €34,50
- Vegetarian (warm) Dutch fingerfood platter - 30pcs - €34,50
- Add pizza to your booking, (minimum of 3 pizzas per order)
- Contact us for adding any drink options after booking
- Contact us for adding any food add-ons after booking
Drinks
- Unlimited drinks (beer, wine, soft drinks) - €8.50 per person, per hour
- Contact us for adding any drink options after booking
- Contact us for adding this add-on after booking
More Benefits
- Amsterdam Light Festival Route
- Friendly Skipper & Host
- NEMO Museum
- Maritime Museum
- Central Station
- Historic Bridges
- Cozy Boat
- Local Stories
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
- Cancel up to 1 month before: full refund
- Cancel up to 1 week before: 75% refund
- Cancel 1 week or less before: no refund
- Changes can be requested up to 48 hours before the cruise
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
- Groups who want the whole boat to themselves
- Guests who want unlimited drinks included
- Winter and rainy days — the boat is covered and heated
- Visitors who want to see the Amsterdam Light Festival from the water
Maybe not for
- Anyone hoping to join an existing group — the whole boat is booked at once
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does this cruise depart from?
Amsterdam Light Festival Private Cruise departs from Stationsplein 18, Amsteradm, Amsterdam.
How long is this cruise?
The cruise lasts 1 hour & 30 mins.
How much does this cruise cost?
Prices for this private charter start at €400.
What is included on this cruise?
This cruise includes Amsterdam Light Festival, Heated, Covered in case of rain and Toilet on board.
Are drinks included on this cruise?
Yes — unlimited drinks are included in the price of this cruise.
Is there a toilet on board?
Yes, there is a toilet on board this cruise.
What happens if it rains?
This boat has rain cover, so you stay dry on board if the weather turns.
Is this an open boat?
Yes, this is an open boat rather than an enclosed one, and it has rain cover for when the weather turns.
Is the boat heated?
Yes, this boat has heating on board, which keeps it comfortable in colder weather.
How late can I book this cruise?
You can book this cruise up to 12 hours before departure.
Who operates this cruise?
Amsterdam Light Festival Private Cruise is operated by Canal Motorboats & Eco Boats Amsterdam and can be booked directly through BoatLocal.
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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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