Amsterdam Light Festival: Private Saloon Boat Cruise with Complimentary Drink

Experience the magic of the Amsterdam Light Festival on a private saloon boat cruise. Enjoy a complimentary drink as you explore the illuminated sculptures and learn about their meaning from a knowledgeable guide. Book now!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Oudeschans - Houseboat area
  • The Amstel - Amstel river, the only river in Amsterdam. Very wide and used to show bigger light sculptures!
  • Plantage & the East - Artis Zoo area
  • Entrepotdok - Historical warehouse buildings
  • Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum - Maritime museum, next to a beautiful replica of a old dutch trading ship
What's Included
  • Tea and coffee
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Carbonated beverages
Additional Information

Join the classic private saloon boat for the Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour, held annually from late November to mid-January. Experience illuminated sculptures by various artists as you glide through the canals. Invite friends, family, or children to this incredible light festival boat tour and explore the artistic light installations and their…

Location
Oosterdokskade 8
Oosterdokskade
On the wooden pier, next to chinese restaurant sea palace. If there is space, we try to dock on the right side (if you look towards the water).
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Sightseer47778412175
Jan 2, 2026
Robertini to the rescue - Robertini was an excellent and knowledgeable captain. The trip was fantastic and we really saw and learned a lot more about Amsterdam from him
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Michael_l
Dec 24, 2025
Great cruise! - The 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.
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Donkervliet
Jan 21, 2025
Top experience! - The 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!
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Voyager85332
Jan 3, 2025
Enjoyable private tour - This 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.
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Rafal_k
Jan 3, 2025
Well worth it! - Amazing 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!
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889camiej
Dec 25, 2024
Awesome tour! - Boat was amazing! The Tzar was perfect for a family of 4 with adult children. Mark was awesome and we enjoyed him as our driver!
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D9178uojond
Dec 4, 2023
Fantastic! Perfect, can’t get much better… - The 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.
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Escape43409895112
Dec 4, 2023
BoatBoys Tours - Excellent 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
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Aubreyb528
Sep 13, 2023
Great way to see the canals of Amsterdam !!! - BoatBoys canal cruise on Ondine was terrific. Great English speaking guide, good food and drink. This tour was the best !!!!
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Juliabo2734pk
Aug 1, 2023
Excellent - Absolutely brilliant trip - would highly recommend! It could not have been better - we were so glad we booked this trip!
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