Amsterdam Light Festival: Saloon Boat Cruise + Hot Drinks & Bite
At a glance
Amsterdam Light Festival: Saloon Boat Cruise + Hot Drinks & Bite is a 1h 15m guided experience in Amsterdam, Netherlands, operated by Flying Dutch Boats. Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 148 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $25.18 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Experienced local skipper and live guide, Small bite or a stroopwafel (if option chosen), 75-minute Cruise along the artworks of the Amsterdam Light Festival.
Highlights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 15m
- Group
- Small group, up to 45 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Experience Amsterdam’s canals in a whole new light as you explore the 15th edition of the Amsterdam Light Festival. This year, the theme Legacy invites international artists to reflect on what we value today and what we leave behind for future generations.
Throughout this 75-minute cruise, you’ll encounter more than 20 striking light artworks that turn Amsterdam into an open-air gallery. Get comfortable aboard a classic saloon boat, offering warmth and wide, unobstructed views of the illuminated canals.
Drinks such as wine, mulled wine, beer, soft drinks, and hot chocolate are available on board. If you choose the unlimited drinks option, you’ll enjoy all of these beverages without limits, along with your choice of a fresh stroopwafel or a portion of salted snacks to complete the experience.
Step aboard, unwind in the cozy atmosphere of the saloon boat, and immerse yourself in an evening filled with light, art, and the stories that connect Amsterdam’s past and present.
What's included
What's included
- Experienced local skipper and live guide
- Small bite or a stroopwafel (if option chosen)
- 75-minute Cruise along the artworks of the Amsterdam Light Festival
- Unlimited beer, wine, mulled wine, hot chocolate and soft drinks (if option chosen)
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
The National Maritime Museum
Meeting point
The departure point is near the Central Station and right in front of the Victoria Hotel. Please look for the crew wearing orange.
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
- 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.
- A fairly big step has to be made into the boat. Our stewards will assist you with this.
- Please note that we are not responsible for delays caused by the official festival route, demonstrations, or other unforeseen events.
- We advise you to wear weather-appropriate clothing, since it can be chilly on the water.
- Our stewards dressed in bright orange clothing are there to inform and help you.
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: Saloon Boat Cruise + Hot Drinks & Bite take?
The experience lasts about 1h 15m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $25.18 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?
Experienced local skipper and live guide; Small bite or a stroopwafel (if option chosen); 75-minute Cruise along the artworks of the Amsterdam Light Festival; Unlimited beer, wine, mulled wine, hot chocolate and soft drinks (if option chosen).
Where does it start?
The departure point is near the Central Station and right in front of the Victoria Hotel. Please look for the crew wearing orange.
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.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 148 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Amsterdam.
