--- title: Ultimate Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise lang: en type: tour city: Amsterdam country: Netherlands price: 83 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.76 reviews: 54 duration_minutes: 90 duration_max_minutes: 120 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 66 of 84 (Canal Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/ultimate-amsterdam-light-festival-cruise/ --- # Ultimate Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise In our comparison: #66 of 84 in Canal Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Join us for the 15th edition of Amsterdam Light Festival and experience the illuminated canals from the comfort of one of our boutique boats. Choose between our 90-minute cruise aboard Stan Huygens or spend more time on the canals with our 2-hour experience aboard Danique or Pure Spirit. Every cruise includes an open bar with beer, wine, soft drinks and warm mulled wine, together with stories about the artworks and Amsterdam from your local captain or host. Our small group cruises are designed for guests looking for a more personal and relaxed way to experience Amsterdam Light Festival, without the atmosphere of a large sightseeing boat. ## Before you book - Meeting point: This is a 2 hour cruise onboard the Pure… - Max 16 people: shared group - 5 start times: between 16:30 and 21:30 - Food included: see what is included **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €83 per person for the Departure Amstel 212-1.5 HR option; other options up to €105 - Duration: 1h 30m–2h - Rating: 4.76/5 from 54 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Pure Boats - Group: Shared, up to 16 travellers - Guide languages: English - Start times: 16:30, 19:00, 19:15, 21:15, 21:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.76 from 54 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 50 of 54. - 5 stars: 49 (91%) - 4 stars: 1 (2%) - 3 stars: 1 (2%) - 2 stars: 2 (4%) - 1 star: 1 (2%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Departure Amstel 212-1.5 HR | €83 / person | English | Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Open bar and drinks: Choose from our selection of beers, wines, and soft drinks. Along with some Dutch snacks! Stan Huygens: This unique boat was the favourite boat of famous beer mogul Freddy Heineken. Up to 24 guests. Departure Amstel 212: The pick-up will be on a small dock in front of Amstel 212 1017AH Amsterdam. | | Departure Keizersgracht - 2 HR | €105 / person | English | Duration: 2 hours Open bar and snacks: Choose from our selection of beers, wines, and soft drinks. Along with some Dutch snacks! Pure Spirit: Pure Spirit, the crown jewel of the Pure Boats collection, is a uniquely refined and spacious launch. Up to 16 people. Departure Keizersgracht 106: Operated on the Pure Spirit or the Danique. The pick-up and drop-off location is a small dock in front of Keizersgracht 106 Starting point: Keizersgracht 106, 1015 CV Amsterdam, Netherlands | ## What's included - Light Festival fee included in the ticket price - A sharing platter with typical Dutch nibbles - Selection of non-alcoholic beverages are included - Your selection of local Amsterdam beers & European wines and mulled wine, are covered in a high-end self service open bar ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Amsterdam** (pass by, no stop) - As an official partner of the Amsterdam Light Festival 2023/ 2024, join this cruise to see a showcase of the winter art works of this enchanting city, aboard Your warm and cozy boats (with mulled wine!). The Light Festival is on from 30 November 2023 until 21 January 2024.... 2. **Amsterdam Light Festival** (pass by, no stop) - During this 1.5 hours cruise we will cruise the Amsterdam Light Festival route past the 20 light artworks, which illuminate the canals. Your captain will be your guide, as well as tell you all about the impressive artworks by renowned artists. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 16:30, 19:00, 19:15, 21:15, 21:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point This is a 2 hour cruise onboard the Pure Spirit or Danique. The starting part is on a small dock outside of Keizersgracht 106. Please be at the dock about 5 minutes before departure time, since we cannot wait for late arrivals. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Canal Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #66 of 84** | €83 | 1h 30m–2h | 4.76 (54) | shared, max 16 | | [Amsterdam Canal Cruise: Unlimited Prosecco, Wine & Dutch Cheese](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/amsterdam-canal-cruise-unlimited-prosecco-wine-dutch-cheese/?format=md) | €32 | 1h | 4.97 (1092) | shared | | [Morning Canal Cruise Amsterdam in Small-Group](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/morning-canal-cruise-amsterdam-in-small-group/?format=md) | €46 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (846) | shared | | [Not a Typical Cruise Max 10 guests Bites Drinks Local Personal](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/not-a-typical-cruise-max-10-guests-bites-drinks-local-personal/?format=md) | €67 | 2h | 4.99 (416) | shared | Ranked #66 of 84 in Canal Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €13 to €525, median €32; typical length 1h 23m. 22 of 84 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/canal-cruises-amsterdam/?format=md ## More in Amsterdam - All Amsterdam tours: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/ultimate-amsterdam-light-festival-cruise/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/?format=md