Amsterdam: Winter Light Cruise, Heated + Hot Choco & Snack
Overview
Cruise through Amsterdam’s iconic canals on a 75-minute cruise and sail past the Amsterdam Light Festival artworks. Admire more than 20 illuminated installations that transform the city into a unique open-air exhibition, creating a magical experience best enjoyed from the water.
Step aboard a classic saloon boat with a heated interior and comfortable seating. Relax and enjoy panoramic views of Amsterdam’s illuminated canals and the artworks along the route. The boat used for your cruise may differ from the one shown in the photos.
Drinks such as wine, mulled wine, beer, soft drinks, and hot chocolate are available on board. Upgrade to the unlimited drinks option to enjoy all beverages without limits, accompanied by a fresh stroopwafel or a portion of salted snacks. The photos give an impression of the experience from past years. We cannot guarantee any of the shown artworks.
Flying Dutch Boats is not an official partner of Amsterdam Light Festival 2026/2027.
What's Included
- Small bite or a stroopwafel (if option chosen)
- Unlimited beer, wine, mulled wine, hot chocolate and soft drinks (if option chosen)
- Enjoy a 75-minute sailing past the Amsterdam Light Festival
- Experienced local skipper and live guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Prins Hendrikkade 33A
1012 TM Amsterdam, Netherlands
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please do not arrive earlier than 10 minutes before boarding time. Early boarding is not possible and will lead to longer queues and unnecessary congestion on the quay.
- A fairly big step has to be made into the boat. Our stewards will assist you with this.
- Please note that we are not responsible for delays caused by the official festival route, demonstrations, or other unforeseen events.
- We advise you to wear weather-appropriate clothing, since it can be chilly on the water.
- Our stewards dressed in bright orange clothing are there to inform and help you.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Amsterdam: Winter Light Cruise, Heated + Hot Choco & Snack?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Small bite or a stroopwafel (if option chosen).
- Unlimited beer, wine, mulled wine, hot chocolate and soft drinks (if option chosen).
- Enjoy a 75-minute sailing past the Amsterdam Light Festival.
- Experienced local skipper and live guide.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Amsterdam: Winter Light Cruise, Heated + Hot Choco & Snack is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Amsterdam: Winter Light Cruise, Heated + Hot Choco & Snack will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Small bite or a stroopwafel (if option chosen)
- Unlimited beer, wine, mulled wine, hot chocolate and soft drinks (if option chosen)
- Enjoy a 75-minute sailing past the Amsterdam Light Festival
- Experienced local skipper and live guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please do not arrive earlier than 10 minutes before boarding time. Early boarding is not possible and will lead to longer queues and unnecessary congestion on the quay.
- A fairly big step has to be made into the boat. Our stewards will assist you with this.
- Please note that we are not responsible for delays caused by the official festival route, demonstrations, or other unforeseen events.
- We advise you to wear weather-appropriate clothing, since it can be chilly on the water.
- Our stewards dressed in bright orange clothing are there to inform and help you.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
