Amsterdam Light Festival from a Private Boat

Enjoy the Amsterdam Light Festival from the comfort of a private boat

Each winter, Amsterdam’s canals become an open-air gallery of illuminated artworks. Historic bridges glow against the night sky, colourful installations light up the waterfront, and the reflections create a constantly changing view across the water.

A private cruise aboard  our private boats Delphine or Leaudine offers a relaxed and intimate way to experience this spectacular event—away from the crowds and entirely at your own pace.

See the festival from the water

The Amsterdam Light Festival is best appreciated slowly. As Leaudine  and Delphine glide through the canals, you can take in the artworks from a unique perspective while Amsterdam’s historic streets and buildings form the backdrop.

From the water, every installation feels different. Lights shimmer across the canal, bridges frame the artwork, and the city takes on a peaceful atmosphere that is difficult to experience on foot.

Your private boat is reserved exclusively for your group, whether you are joining us with family, friends, colleagues, or someone special. There is no need to follow a large tour group or share your evening with strangers.

A two-course dinner aboard Leaudine

Make your Light Festival cruise even more memorable with dinner on board.

A delicious two-course dinner will be served aboard Leaudine as you cruise through Amsterdam’s illuminated canals. Enjoy your meal in a warm and intimate setting while glowing artworks, historic bridges, and canal houses pass by outside the windows.

The dinner cruise is perfect for a romantic evening, a birthday, an anniversary, or simply a special night in Amsterdam. You can relax at the table, enjoy the views, and let your captain guide you through the city.

Please share any dietary requirements when booking so the dinner can be prepared with your preferences in mind.

Why choose a private Light Festival cruise?

A private boat tour gives you a more personal and comfortable festival experience.

• Cruise exclusively with your own guests.

• Enjoy excellent views from the water.

• Stay warm inside a comfortable boat.

• Have a two-course dinner served on board.

• Ask your captain about Amsterdam and the light installations.

• Celebrate a special occasion in a private setting.

• Enjoy the evening without the rush of a large group tour.

Leaudine combines the atmosphere of a private canal cruise with the pleasure of dining on the water. It is a calm, elegant, and memorable way to discover Amsterdam after dark.

Practical information

Amsterdam Light Festival cruises are available during the festival season. Sailing times, routes, installations, and availability may vary, so please check the details for your preferred date when booking.

For a smooth experience, we recommend that you:

• Arrive 10–15 minutes before departure.

• Dress comfortably and bring an extra layer for the journey to and from the boat.

• Inform us of allergies or dietary requirements in advance.

• Book early for weekends and popular dates.

• Confirm the exact boarding instructions in your reservation details.

• See the Amsterdam Light Festival 2 course menu

If your cruise departs near H’ART Museum, the meeting point will be at the museum’s waterside location on the Amstel. The exact boarding information will be included with your booking confirmation.

Book your private dinner cruise

See Amsterdam’s famous Light Festival from the best seat in the city—the water.

Join us aboard Leaudine for an evening of illuminated art, historic canals, a private atmosphere, and a delicious two-course dinner served on board.

Book your private Amsterdam Light Festival dinner cruise and make your evening truly unforgettable.