Experience the Amsterdam Light Festival on an electric boat cruise. Enjoy a complimentary hot chocolate and a Stroopwafel as you admire 20 luminous art installations along the canals.

PRICE: $26
per person

 

Enjoy a complimentary hot chocolate and a traditional Dutch stroopwafel as you set out on a cozy evening cruise through Amsterdam’s canals. With warm blankets waiting for you on board, you can relax in comfort while experiencing the city’s most magical winter event: the Amsterdam Light Festival.

Sailing on a modern, fully electric boat, you’ll glide past 20 light artworks created by international artists. The fourteenth edition of the festival takes place from 27 November 2025 to 18 January 2026 and revolves around the theme Legacy. Each piece tells a story about what we keep, what we pass on, and what we leave behind, from large-scale installations to personal and intimate works of art.

As the boat makes its way through the historic canals, your skipper or host will share the stories behind the artworks along with insights about the city’s history and fun facts about Amsterdam itself. The combination of glowing artworks, cultural storytelling, and the beauty of the canals makes this a truly memorable experience.

In addition to your included hot chocolate and stroopwafel, a variety of other drinks are available to buy on board, so you can make the most of your evening on the water.

Wrap yourself in a blanket, sip your drink, and watch Amsterdam light up from the comfort of your boat. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the festival and the city during the winter season.

Feel the magic of the Amsterdam Light Festival from a cozy electric boat
Sip on a hot chocolate and enjoy a Stroopwafel as you cruise the canals
Admire 20 luminous art installations that adorn the canals of Amsterdam
Learn about the history of the canals and the city from your host and skipper
Wrap yourself in a blanket and enjoy the views from the water

Electric boat cruise
Local host
Hot chocolate
Stroopwafel
Blankets
Amsterdam Light Festival fee
Bar on board with various drinks (available for purchase)
Meals

 

This is just one of the many unforgettable experiences the Netherlands has to offer. Discover more tours, hidden gems, and must-see spots in Amsterdam or on our complete Netherlands guide.