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Combo (Save 5%): Amsterdam GVB Public Transport Pass + 75-Min Amsterdam Light Festival Small-Group Cruise

Name: Combo (Save 5%): Amsterdam GVB Public Transport Pass + 75-Min Amsterdam Light Festival Small-Group Cruise
Start: 2026-09-24T21:45:00
End: 2026-09-24T23:59:00
Location: Amsterdam

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1-Day Pass + Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

~~Original price€35.95~~

€34.15

5% off

Valid for 24 hours from the chosen activation time
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)
75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
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

2-Day Pass + Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

from ~~Original price€41.95~~

€39.85

5% off

Valid for 48 hours from the chosen activation time
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)
75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
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

3-Day Pass + Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

from ~~Original price€47.45~~

€45.07

5% off

Valid for 72 hours from the chosen activation time
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)
75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
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

4-Day Pass + Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise

from ~~Original price€53.45~~

€50.77

5% off

Valid for 96 hours from the chosen activation time
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)
75-min cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
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

4.4/5(2,399)

Manfred A

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

...simple, clear, user-friendly...and easy for everyone to understand...it would be nice if the fees were more attractive...i.e. cheaper...then everyone would be even more willing to use public transport. Streamline your administration, cut down on complicated and bureaucratic, sluggish processes...then it will work.

Legros G

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

For beginners, everything was easy: getting a 48-hour pass online, finding locations on Google Maps, the smooth flow of transport, the frequency of the tram, and the multiple intercity destinations. In short, pure bliss!

Tessa W

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

Great, although it took some searching during the climate march. Fortunately, we got help from a friendly 'half' Amsterdam student. But it's impressive how well things are organized in such a big city.

Moamen A

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

i bought the gvb public transport card before but it expired, and then i tried headout and it was really easy and simple. if i know from the begining i wouldn't have tried to buy the ticket before.

Maria W

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The captain was very funny and charming, and he handled the trip very well. The other staff members were also very friendly. Everything went very smoothly with the ticket I had booked in advance.

Annett H

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We had booked the combo online. Unfortunately, it wasn't stated that dogs are not allowed in the closed boat. A cancellation wasn't possible. But the nice lady on-site in the ticket shop then rebooked us to an open boat. This allowed us to experience a wonderful canal cruise. Although it was only in English, it was still very informative and entertaining.

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
Annett H
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
We had booked the combo online. Unfortunately, it wasn't stated that dogs are not allowed in the closed boat. A cancellation wasn't possible. But the nice lady on-site in the ticket shop then rebooked us to an open boat. This allowed us to experience a wonderful canal cruise. Although it was only in English, it was still very informative and entertaining.
Manfred A
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
...simple, clear, user-friendly...and easy for everyone to understand...it would be nice if the fees were more attractive...i.e. cheaper...then everyone would be even more willing to use public transport. Streamline your administration, cut down on complicated and bureaucratic, sluggish processes...then it will work.
Reinhard R
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The GVB day pass works very well. What’s inconvenient is having to check in and out on every mode of transportation. Since I bought two cards under one contract, having to check in and out twice slows me down even more. If the tram is full, forget about it. Why do both cards have the same ID? Otherwise, you could use two devices to check in and out.
Klaus H
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
Buying the ticket was easy. However, what I find a bit misleading is that it is advertised as valid for all buses, metro, and tram lines in Amsterdam, whereas some buses like express buses and night buses are excluded. This is not clear from the description.
Legros G
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
For beginners, everything was easy: getting a 48-hour pass online, finding locations on Google Maps, the smooth flow of transport, the frequency of the tram, and the multiple intercity destinations. In short, pure bliss!

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.