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Combo: Amsterdam GVB Public Transport Pass + 75-Min Amsterdam Light Festival Small-Group Cruise

Amsterdam city buses at a stop, showcasing GVB public transport options.

Man using GVB multi-day ticket on Amsterdam tram.

Amsterdam evening canal cruise with passengers enjoying wine and cheese under illuminated bridge.

Canal view of illuminated fish sculpture during Amsterdam Light Festival cruise.

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Guided tour

4.2/5(2,337)

Christiane Z

Group

Verified booking

Apr 2026

The pass is only valid for the metro, tram, and bus, not for trains. Once we figured that out, we had no trouble getting around. You just exit through the corresponding gate with your ticket. So, only the door marked with an “M” for metro—even though the one right next to it looks exactly the same. The fact that you always have to show all the QR codes for every single passenger when boarding and exiting is a bit of a hassle and takes some getting used to. But it’s not just for holders of this ticket. In any case, it made our transfers much easier.

Alexander H

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

We stayed at a hotel just outside the city center and booked a 24-hour GVB ticket. The great thing was that, in addition to the trains, we could also use the ferries, and everything went smoothly. We highly recommend booking the GVB ticket for visitors to Amsterdam.

Dippel G

Group

Verified booking

Apr 2026

Easy to book and saved in my wallet. Worked flawlessly at all stations. The activation time was accidentally (or due to a system error) set to 15 minutes after our intended time, which was in the past. No big deal—we just had to wait 2 minutes at the gate, :-)

Quirijnen T

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

We bought two tickets online for two days of unlimited travel. We had no trouble finding our way around; everything is really well signposted. The metro line we needed ran very frequently. We never had to wait more than 3 minutes anywhere. The only downside: the QR code on our phone to open the metro gates didn’t always work, so we had to try several times or quickly go through two at a time.

Joel Y

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

I was only looking for directions on how the ticketing system worked for trans in Amsterdam and your site came up. Looked interesting since we wanted to visit the Rijksmuseum. Process was very complicated since I already have way too many apps in the phone and most likely will never ever be in Amsterdam again. After a couple of hours we did finally get the scannable tickets.

Jeremy B

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The servcice is very good. The frequency is excellent. But, the trams are packed to overflowing. The system needs some further thought - perhaps fewer motor cars, perhaps more trams or an additional carriage, or ... perhaps the number of tourists needs to be reduced.

Save big on transit and tours by combining unlimited GVB city transport with an exclusive small-group Amsterdam Light Festival evening cruise.

Navigate Amsterdam effortlessly for 1–4 days using GVB trams, metros, and ferries with this digital, tap-and-go mobile pass.

Bridge the gap from Schiphol Airport using Bus 369 to Sloterdijk, included in your pass to ensure a smooth start to your vacation.

Witness 20+ art installations along the official festival route from the comfort of a cosy, heated electric boat on your Amsterdam Light Festival cruise.

Enjoy an intimate atmosphere on a small-group cruise of just 30 guests, with blankets and expert storytelling from a professional guide.

Amsterdam GVB Pass

Validity: Pass valid for 24/48/72/96 hours (as per option selected)

Access to:

Unlimited travel on all GVB trams, GVB (night) buses, GVB metros, and GVB ferries

Bus 369 from Sloterdijk to Schiphol Airport (every 15 mins)

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route

Board from City Centre

Fully modern, electric boat with covered roof

Experienced guide and professional captain

Up to 30 guests on board

Amsterdam Light Festival fee

Blankets on board

Amsterdam GVB Pass

Access to regional buses (Connexxion, EBS, and Syntus) or the train (NS/Dutch railway)

Round-trip transfers from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on the regional train (NS/Dutch railway)

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Food & drinks

Personal expenses

Transportation to and from the meeting point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Ramona W
Solo
Verified booking
6 days ago
Once we figured out how the tram and metro worked, it was easy. And the value for money is totally fine.
Aeschbach M
Solo
Verified booking
4 days ago
Very well organized, good service, highly recommended
Alessio C
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
Convenient and easy to use. Reasonably priced.
Klaus S
Solo
Verified booking
Apr 2026
The purchase went smoothly, and you could take the tram and scan your ticket at the scanner when boarding. The return trip was no problem either. Great!
Axel B
Group
Verified booking
Apr 2026
We had tickets for public transportation in Amsterdam. Unfortunately, the train from Halfweg (where the Amsterdam Outlet is located—which is why I was misled) to Amsterdam Central Station wasn’t included. So I had to buy separate tickets for the return trip. The next day, I was a bit wiser and found a Park & Ride lot, and we took the S-Bahn. The nasty surprise came afterward. Parking cost nearly €24 for about 6 hours, and when I asked via the contact function on the machine, I was told I needed a physical card—the online booking wasn’t enough to get a parking discount. For the total amount of money I spent, I could have just as easily driven my car to a parking garage in Amsterdam. On the positive side, the trains, platforms, and stations are clean, and the trains run on time.

Discover Amsterdam’s winter magic without the hassle. This budget-friendly combo pairs stress-free city-wide travel with a front-row seat to the world-famous Light Festival, ensuring you save time and money.

Amsterdam GVB Pass

This digital pass is your key to unlocking the city. Whether you’re heading to the Museum Quarter by tram or taking a ferry to Amsterdam North, you have unlimited access to the entire GVB network. It eliminates the need for paper tickets and allows for seamless, unlimited transfers between lines during your chosen validity period.

Seamless activation

Download the GVB app.

This digital pass lets you tap and ride any public transport in Amsterdam. Simply add it to your GVB app or Apple Wallet on your mobile phone for a convenient, digital travel companion.

You can change between public transport lines as many times as you want.

Validity:

Your pass is activated at the timeslot chosen on the check-out page and is valid for the number of 24-hour periods chosen. For example, if you select a 48-hour pass and take any public transport at 3pm on a Monday afternoon, your pass is valid till Wednesday 3pm.

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Step aboard a modern electric boat for an enchanting journey through the city’s historic canals. As part of the annual Light Festival (Nov 27, 2025–Jan 18, 2026), you’ll glide past intricate sculptures designed by international artists. With a small group of just 30 guests, you’ll enjoy unobstructed views, cosy blankets, and live commentary that brings the art to life.

What’s not allowed

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Outside food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, and large bags and luggage are not allowed on this experience.

Due to cruise restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

Amsterdam GVB Pass

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

For detailed accessibility information, please contact the operator in advance at sail@starboardboats.nl or +31 6 19909425.

Additional information

Amsterdam GVB Pass

Children up to 4 years old travel for free on public transport.

For questions about bookings, visit the Help Centre.

Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

Cruises are conducted in English.

The boat is covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during the winter months.

The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.