Duration
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Audio guide
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Longer than most cruises, the 90-minute experience allows deeper immersion in the fourteenth edition’s Legacy theme across UNESCO-listed canals.
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Choose your departure point at Hard Rock Cafe or A’DAM Tower, both centrally located and convenient to suit your evening festival plans.
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Covered and heated seating keeps you warm in the winters, while the glass roof offers great visibility of festival artworks across Amsterdam’s canals.
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With official narration in three languages (Dutch, English, or German) and onboard toilet facilities, this cruise balances information and comfort during your journey.
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Turn your cruise into a more delightful experience by adding a yummy cheesebox, snackbox, or wine to enjoy as you sail.
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90-minute cruise along the official Amsterdam Light Festival route
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Board from near Hard Rock Cafe or A'dam Tower (as per your selection)
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Covered and heated boat
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Official Amsterdam Light Festival audio guide (Dutch, English & German)
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Toilet on board
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Snackbox (as per option selected)
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Wine & Cheesebox (as per option selected)
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- Snack box (chips, popcorn, stroopwafels, nuts, water or soft drink) and drinks (available for purchase)
- TOTAL DURATION90 minutesFIRST DEPARTUREIJ River, AmsterdamLAST DEPARTUREIJ River, Amsterdam
2 Boarding points
Sights covered
IJ River, Amsterdam
Herengracht
Westerkerk
The Amstel
Magere Brug
Het Scheepvaartmuseum
VOC Ship Amsterdam
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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What to bring
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Have your entry tickets, and ID ready for a seamless experience.
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Carry your earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.
What’s not allowed
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Outside food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, and large bags and luggage are not allowed on this experience.
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Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Accessibility
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible, but you must make a prior reservation to let the providers know.
Additional information
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Food and additional drinks are available for purchase on board.
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The boat is heated and covered, but outdoor areas may still be cold during winter months.
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The cruise operates during the Amsterdam Light Festival, with various departure times throughout the evening from November 27, 2025, through January 18, 2026.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
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Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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