Private Light Festival Boat Tour Amsterdam 2026/2027

Want to see the Amsterdam Light Festival 2026/2027 with only your own group on board? On a private boat tour you sail past the light artworks on a heated historic canal boat for up to 10 people, with your own captain. The cruise lasts 1 hour 15 minutes and costs €375 per boat, not per person. You can book it for every evening of the festival from 26 November 2026 to 17 January 2027, except New Year’s Eve.

Private Light Festival boat tour at a glance

Price	€375 per boat (€37.50 per person with 10 guests)
Group size	Up to 10 people, only your own group
Duration	1 hour 15 minutes
Boat	Historic canal boat with heating and blankets
Departure point	Dock of H’ART Museum (formerly Hermitage), Amstel 51, Amsterdam
Captain	Live commentary in English
Drinks	Glühwein and soft drinks available to buy on board
Season	26 November 2026 – 17 January 2027 (not on 31 December)
Cancellation	Non-refundable

Why book a private Light Festival cruise?

Shared Light Festival cruises are busy and you sit next to strangers. On a private boat it is just you, your friends, family or colleagues. Your captain sails a route past the best light artworks of the 15th edition, and you can talk, take photos and enjoy the evening at your own pace.

With a full boat the price works out at €37.50 per person, about the same as a shared cruise with drinks. That makes the private tour good value for groups of 6 to 10 people: a family outing, a birthday, a night out with friends or a small company event.

What’s included

• A private cruise on a historic canal boat for your group (max. 10 people)
• Your own captain with live commentary in English
• Heating and blankets on board
• A route past the light artworks of Amsterdam Light Festival 2026/2027

Not included: drinks. Glühwein and soft drinks are for sale on board.

Departure point: H’ART Museum on the Amstel

The boat leaves from the dock of H’ART Museum (formerly the Hermitage Amsterdam) at Amstel 51. The museum is a few minutes’ walk from Waterlooplein metro station. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your departure time and show the ticket on your phone at the dock.

Good to know before you go

• There is no room on board for wheelchairs or strollers.
• The boat is heated, but dress warmly: you will want to step outside for photos.
• Tickets are non-refundable, so check your date before booking.
• The private boat tour is not available on New Year’s Eve (31 December). The light artworks are on that evening until 9 pm.

Frequently asked questions

Is the price per person or per boat?

Per boat. You pay €375 for the whole boat, for up to 10 people.

How long is the private Light Festival boat tour?

The cruise lasts 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Is the boat heated?

Yes. The historic boat has heating and blankets on board.

Can I cancel my booking?

No, tickets for this tour are non-refundable.

Are there cheaper ways to see the Light Festival?

Yes. For smaller groups a shared canal cruise from about €22 per person is cheaper. You can also join a guided bike tour or walk the route yourself for free. Compare all options on our Amsterdam Light Festival 2026/2027 page.