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A riverboat named 'Blue Boat' with passengers, passing by historic buildings with illuminated windows. 1
A cruise ship interior with passengers seated at tables, dining tables, and a bar area. 2
A modern building with a unique sloped roof and a waterfall feature. 3
A person in a red costume sitting under a bridge at night with a red light. 4
A wall with colorful, illuminated panels. 5
By Blue Boat Company
Free cancellation available
The previous price was P 2,088 and current price is P 1,858 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Enjoy live commentary from a guide in English and Dutch
    • Use the official Amsterdam Light Festival audio in German
    • Official partner of Amsterdam Light Festival Edition 15
    • Admire 20 unique light artworks along a brand-new route
    • Heated and covered canal boat

Activity location

  • Blue Boat Company - Opposite Heineken Experience
    • Stadhouderskade 550
    • 1072 AE, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Blue Boat Company - dock opposite Heineken Experience
    • Stadhouderskade 550
    • 1071 ZD, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands

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Official Amsterdam Light Festival 90 minute cruise

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

Rituals have traditionally helped us through all kinds of transformations: from past to future, from winter to summer, from youth to adulthood. Rituals connect us to our community, our gods or our ancestors. They evolve over time, but largely remain the same, giving us a sense of security and stability in a chaotic world.

Light plays a crucial role in many forms of ritual, as a vibrant symbol of joy, energy and life. We use fireworks to ring in the new year, candles to commemorate the coming of a savior, and midsummer fires to welcome the solstice. Light adds something mystical and sacred to a ritual like no other element can.

Artists were asked to represent and reflect on rituals that are meaningful to Amsterdam's diverse community. As a strong foundation that stands the test of time, rituals provide a sense of continuity and connection to our past, present and future selves.

This edition aims to connect, move or inspire our audience with light art that reflects many aspects of rituals, such as rhythm, repetition, performativity, symbolism, continuity and memory.

Price details
P 2,087.22
P 1,857.63 x 2 AdultsP 3,715.26
Total
The previous price was P 4,174.44 and current price is P 3,715.26
11% off
Until Wed, Nov 25

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    90-minute Amsterdam Light Festival canal cruise
  • Inclusions
    Live commentary in Dutch and English
  • Inclusions
    Offical audio guide available in German
  • Inclusions
    Heated and covered canal boat
  • Inclusions
    Large windows and glass roof for panoramic views
  • Inclusions
    Toilet on board
  • Inclusions
    Tour is wheelchair accessible To reserve a wheelchair seat, please contact our reservations dpt
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Gratuity

Know before you book

    • Children 3 and younger are complimentary.
    • This activity is wheelchair accessible; please contact the tour operator as soon as possible after booking to ensure that a wheelchair accessible space is reserved for you.
    • Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time.

What you can expect

  • Experience the fifteenth edition of Amsterdam Light Festival from the water on a heated and covered 90-minute canal cruise. Depart opposite the Heineken Experience and rediscover Amsterdam along a brand-new route featuring 20 light artworks, with live commentary in English and Dutch or the official German Amsterdam Light Festival audio tour.

    For its fifteenth edition, Amsterdam once again becomes a stage for light art. Local, national and international artists each bring their own perspective on the city. With no fixed theme, a dialogue with Amsterdam unfolds through a multitude of perspectives.

    Along the brand-new route through Amsterdam's central-east district, admire 20 unique light artworks near landmarks including the Magere Brug and the Amstelsluizen. Rediscover Amsterdam from the water and with an open mind.

    As you cruise along the festival route, your live guide will share stories about the artworks, artists and ideas presented throughout the city. Live guiding is available in English and Dutch, making the experience personal and engaging as you sail through Amsterdam's canals.

    German-speaking guests can use the official Amsterdam Light Festival audio tour to learn more about the artworks and the stories behind them.

    The festival runs from Thursday, 26 November 2026 through Sunday, 17 January 2027.

Location

Activity location

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    Blue Boat Company - Opposite Heineken Experience
    • Stadhouderskade 550
    • 1072 AE, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Blue Boat Company - dock opposite Heineken Experience
    • Stadhouderskade 550
    • 1071 ZD, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands