Amsterdam Light Festival Canal Cruise Including Drinks

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Activity Code- 2527

Overview

Every winter, Amsterdam transforms into a glowing wonderland during the Amsterdam Light Festival. See more than 25 light artworks by talented artists that illuminate the city’s canals. The festival celebrates creativity and technology, turning the streets and waterways into a magical open-air gallery. Aboard the Lovers Canal Cruise, offering comfort and the best views from the water. The cruise lets you glide past every illuminated artwork along the official route. Onboard, you will enjoy a heated, cosy cabin and an engaging audio guide as you sail through the glowing canals. The complimentary drinks, including beer, wine, and soft beverages, add to the festive mood. The Amsterdam Lights Festival promises a magical evening, revealing all the masterpieces with a relaxing journey.

Highlights

  • Enjoy an evening cruise through Amsterdam's glowing canals
  • Admire more than 25 stunning light artworks
  • Hear fascinating stories with an engaging audio guide onboard
  • Sip complimentary drinks, including beer, wine, and soft drinks
  • Relax in a warm, comfortable boat with large windows
  • capture beautiful reflections of lights and landmarks on water
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted , no need to print the tickets!

Itinerary

Experience the magic of the Amsterdam Light Festival with a relaxing cruise through the city’s enchanting canals. As you sail along, admire the stunning light sculptures and artistic creations that illuminate the water and streets during the winter season. The cruise offers a complete experience with a fascinating audio guide that shares stories about each artwork and the talented artists behind them. To make the journey even more enjoyable, a selection of drinks is included, ensuring a comfortable and memorable evening on board. Discover the vibrant atmosphere of the Amsterdam Light Festival 2025 as the comfortable canal boats take you past every illuminated artwork displayed throughout the city. This special cruise allows you to experience the festival in the best way possible, that is, from the water, where each light installation reflects beautifully off the canals, creating a breathtaking sight. With a well-stocked bar and an engaging audio guide, this experience combines art, relaxation, and the charm of Amsterdam’s waterways into one unforgettable event.
 
Organized by LOVERS, the Amsterdam Light Festival is a much-loved annual event that brings together over 25 light artworks designed by both local and international artists. These pieces are installed along a single route that runs through the city’s iconic canals, transforming Amsterdam into an open-air gallery of light and creativity. From innovative installations to imaginative sculptures, each artwork tells its own story and showcases a unique blend of technology and artistic expression. The LOVERS canal boats follow the full festival route, ensuring you don’t miss any of the illuminated masterpieces. As you cruise along at a leisurely pace, you can sit back and take in the shimmering reflections of the lights on the water while listening to the audio commentary that explains the inspiration behind each piece. The boats are equipped with heating for warmth and comfort, making them the ideal way to enjoy the festival during the cooler months.
 
Adding to the experience, the onboard bar offers a delightful range of beverages. You can choose from refreshing Heineken beer, red, white, or rosé wine, or a variety of soft drinks as you take in the glowing artworks surrounding you. The combination of captivating lights, insightful narration, and fine drinks creates an atmosphere that’s both relaxing and inspiring. Booking your Amsterdam Light Festival cruise ensures you’ll see every artwork along the route without the need to plan or navigate through the city yourself. The modern boats feature large windows for panoramic views, allowing you to fully appreciate the brilliance of the illuminated designs from every angle. With a warm interior, great drinks, and fascinating insights into the art, this cruise promises an unforgettable evening on the canals.
 
Sit back, sip your drink, and let the beauty of Amsterdam’s most dazzling event unfold around you. The Amsterdam Light Festival with LOVERS offers a perfect blend of art, culture, and comfort, making it an experience not to be missed this season.
 

Schedule

Start Timings: 07:30pm and 09:00pm (please check-in 15 minutes prior to the selected start time).
Duration:  (Approx.) 75 Minutes
Starting Points: LOVERS Canal Cruises, Prins Hendrikkade 25, Amsterdam
(Please check the Calendar to know more about the availability)


Includes

  • 75 Minutes Light Festival Canal Cruise
  • Audio Guide available in English and Dutch
  • Tasty Selection of Drinks

Redemption Info

You can show your mobile voucher at the meeting location: LOVERS Canal Cruises, Prins Hendrikkade 25, Amsterdam
The nearest metro, train, tram and bus stop to the meeting location is the Central Station.
In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund.
Ticket/ Voucher is valid to the travel date you choose.

Know Before You Go

Wheelchair Accessibility: No
Voucher Information: Mobile Vouchers are accepted !
Check-in 15 minutes before departure. Waiting time can occur even with a timeslot due to large crowds.
Free access to bathroom.
Please carry your own headphones to get access for the Audio Guide on the boat.
Outside Food and Drinks are not allowed on the boat.
Disclaimer: The Service provider / Tour Operator reserves the right to change the itinerary or cancel the tour due to events being celebrated in the city or force majeure reasons. 

Cancellation Policy

  • You must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
  • If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
  • Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
  • The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
  • This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.

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