Amsterdam Light Festival Covered Cruise with Glühwein & Snack
At a glance
Amsterdam Light Festival Covered Cruise with Glühwein & Snack is a 1h 15m guided experience in Amsterdam, Netherlands, operated by KINboat. Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 30 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $31.49 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: One hot glühwein or tea per person, Local guide, Driver/guide.
Highlights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 15m
- Group
- Small group, up to 25 travellers
- Languages
- English, Dutch
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Experience Amsterdam in a whole new light during the Amsterdam Light Festival Edition 15 (26 Nov 2026 – 17 Jan 2027): 15 years of light art with a brand-new route. Step aboard a fully covered electric boat and glide through the illuminated canals as light artworks turn bridges, façades and the water into a glowing open-air gallery.
Every ticket includes a hot glühwein or tea and a Dutch stroopwafel – standard, not an upsell – plus free blankets. Want more? Choose the Unlimited Drinks option: glühwein, beer, wine, tea and soft drinks all cruise long. Boats are covered but not heated, so dress warmly.
KINboat is an official festival partner. Your local skipper (English & Dutch) follows the official route with stories about the artworks and the city; a free digital guide adds explanations in 8 languages. Max. 25 guests, departures every 30 minutes from Prins Hendrikkade, directly opposite Central Station.
What's included
What's included
- One hot glühwein or tea per person
- Local guide
- Driver/guide
- Free digital guide in 8 languages (via QR code)
- Free blankets on board (boats are covered, not heated)
- Live commentary on board
- Dutch stroopwafel as welcome snack
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Additional drinks (for purchase on board, unless Unlimited Drinks option selected)
Itinerary
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Stop 1
During the tour you will sail past multiple points of interest
Meeting point
You will see our hosts at the dock next to the station, wearing light blue shirts or jackets.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Boats are fully covered but not heated: dress warmly. Blankets and a hot drink are included.
- Departures every 30 minutes; please arrive 15 minutes before your departure time at the KINboat ticket booth, Prins Hendrikkade 33A, opposite Central Station.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Amsterdam Light Festival Covered Cruise with Glühwein & Snack take?
The experience lasts about 1h 15m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $31.49 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
One hot glühwein or tea per person; Local guide; Driver/guide; Free digital guide in 8 languages (via QR code); Free blankets on board (boats are covered, not heated); Live commentary on board.
Where does it start?
You will see our hosts at the dock next to the station, wearing light blue shirts or jackets.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Dutch.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 30 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Amsterdam.
