Official Amsterdam Light Festival Partner

Amsterdam Light Festival Private Drinks Cruise

Rated 4.8 ★

AMSTERDAM LIGHT FESTIVAL PRIVATE DRINKS CRUISE 

Looking for a relaxed and stylish way to experience the Amsterdam Light Festival? Our Private Amsterdam Light Festival Drinks Cruise combines the city’s world-famous light artworks with luxury bites, premium service and the comfort of a covered and heated historic saloon boat. Whether you’re organising a company Christmas party, client event or festive gathering with friends and family, this package offers the perfect balance between sightseeing and socialising. If you are looking for a shared cruise for groups up to 6 person click here.

Official Amsterdam Light Festival Partner

1.5 hour private Amsterdam Light Festival cruise

Selection of 8 luxury hot & cold bites

Stocked bar with open bar option

Flexible layout per ship

Covered & heated historic saloon boat with toilet

including skipper, crew & boat rental

Rated 4.8 & price starting from €44.50 p.p.

LIGHT FESTIVAL BOAT CRUISE WITH DRINKS & BITES

Looking for a relaxed and stylish way to experience the Amsterdam Light Festival? Our Private Amsterdam Light Festival Drinks Cruise combines the city’s world-famous light artworks with luxury bites, premium service and the comfort of a covered and heated historic saloon boat. Whether you’re organising a company Christmas party, client event or festive gathering with friends and family, this package offers the perfect balance between sightseeing and socialising.

Luxury Bites Menu

Our Private Amsterdam Light Festival Drinks Cruise includes a carefully curated selection of five premium bites with 2 bites per person, freshly prepared by our onboard catering partner. Inspired by seasonal flavours and served throughout the cruise, these elegant bites allow you to enjoy the Amsterdam Light Festival without missing any of the spectacular artworks along the route.

The menu includes:
  • Seared tuna with furikake and wasabi
  • Edible amuse-bouche spoon with smoked duck breast and sauerkraut
  • Venison carpaccio with truffle mayonnaise and hazelnuts
  • Lollipop with nut crunch and cream cheese
  • Rye bread with brie and cranberry compote

    Reviews

    C.W. de R. profile picture
    C.W. de R.
    2 months ago
    In honor of my 70th birthday, I had drinks and snacks catered on the "Proost van St. Jan".
    Besides the fact that it is a historic and beautiful saloon boat, both the skipper (Skippie??) and the lady from the catering were naturally kind and professional.
    The organization from the start to the final settlement was handled perfectly and neatly down to the last detail. Highly recommended!!!
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    Ravenkom
    2 months ago
    We celebrated our dream wedding in June on the party ship "Peter de Grote".

    Thanks in part to the helpful office staff, who thought of absolutely everything and guided us well during the months leading up to the wedding, as well as the hospitable and highly professional crew on board, our dream became a reality.

    We approached several parties, but Rederij De Nederlanden clearly stood out above the rest in terms of flexibility and clearly demonstrable experience with large events!
    Chris A. profile picture
    Chris A.
    2 months ago
    Great trip, amazing staff, 5+ stars
    Migle M. profile picture
    Migle M.
    3 months ago
    Enjoyed the company organised event at this company boat. Recommend!
    They very considerate, very attentive and super festive!
    You’ll also see all the spots of Amsterdam with them.
    Lam S. profile picture
    Lam S.
    3 months ago
    We had an amazing night time canal cruise including snacks and drinks with Captain Charlie on 4 May 2026. Captain Charlie was an amazing host with lots of local knowledge along the way. The small group tour was definitely way to go with a lovely group of people on our cruise. Thank you Captain Charlie, we will definitely be coming back for another cruise with you in the future!
    Ruth B. profile picture
    Ruth B.
    9 months ago
    Really enjoyed the boat trip and the mulled wine. Disappointed in the Christmas lights festival - not at all Christmas related - I am sure it is art but didn’t do it for me - but enjoyed seeing the Christmas lights in people’s houses as we cruised by.
    Steve N. profile picture
    Steve N.
    1 year ago
    Walking around Amsterdam Centraal, the Captain saw us and said "Hey, care to join us for a canal cruise?" We were looking to do a cruise anyway, but I had to use the bathroom first, which I expressed to the Captain. He said, "We've got a toilet onboard - cleanest of all the boats in Amsterdam." SOLD. And, for the love of all the pancakes and herring in the city, he was right. Not only this, but this was a seriously pretty boat - with long blue velour upholstered benches and sewing-style tables at various intervals. This made it more homey and more open than the other boats out there - as far as we could tell. We had a serenely comfortable, intimate cruise. The Captain was funny yet professional, and the attendant, Jule, was so sweet and helpful - curious too about the backgrounds of her guests. As we are American, she shared her experiences when she visited the US. Jule thinks she needs work on her English, but she's better than most native speakers - with the finesse of a diplomat - right Arizona (she'll get the reference). Try out these guys - it's the total experience.

    Drinks

    Drinks are charged afterwards based on actual consumption. For groups looking for an all-inclusive experience, an Unlimited Drinks Package can be added to your private Amsterdam Light Festival Drinks Cruise. This package includes unlimited beer, house wines, soft drinks, coffee and tea throughout the cruise. For an extra festive winter atmosphere, mulled wine and hot chocolate can also be arranged upon request and is free of charge.

    Perfect for

    This package is particularly suitable for:

    • Corporate Christmas drinks
    • Client appreciation events
    • Networking receptions
    • Company drinks & year-end celebrations
    • Family & friends gatherings
    • Guests looking for a relaxed Amsterdam Light Festival experience without a full dinner

    Cruise Route

    Your Private Amsterdam Light Festival Drinks Cruise follows the official Amsterdam Light Festival route, where you’ll pass approximately 20 illuminated artworks displayed throughout Amsterdam’s historic canals. Depending on canal traffic and your departure location, the exact route may vary slightly. During busy evenings, waiting times at bridges and locks are part of the authentic canal experience, giving you even more time to admire the light installations.


    GROUPS 15–25 GUESTS

    €47.50

    Price per person excl. VAT

    Drinks charged afterwards based on consumption*


    GROUPS 15–25 GUESTS

    €44.50

    Price per person excl. VAT

    Drinks charged afterwards based on consumption*


    add Open Bar Packages

    +€20

    Price per person excl. VAT

    Unlimited beer, wine & soda’s


    Add Private  Guide

    +€350

    Price for two hours excl. VAT

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