Amsterdam Light Festival Private Cruise 2026–2027
Experience Amsterdam’s most magical winter evening from your own warm historic salon boat. The entire Energie is reserved exclusively for you and your guests.
Choose your Light Festival date now.
Private cruise from €360 for 2, including festival fee and city tax. Select a date below to see live departure times.
Amsterdam Light Festival private cruise — quick answer
A private winter cruise for two aboard heated historic salon boat Energie during the 2026–2027 Amsterdam Light Festival.
See the light art from its most beautiful viewpoint.
From 26 November 2026 until 17 January 2027, Amsterdam’s canals become an open-air gallery of illuminated artworks by Dutch and international artists.
Step aboard the historic salon boat Energie and discover the festival from the water. Glowing installations, illuminated bridges and reflections unfold around you while you relax inside the warm salon. The published festival dates may remain subject to change.
Unlike a crowded public sightseeing boat, this experience is completely private. Captain Gus welcomes only your party and follows the festival route wherever local navigation rules allow.
See what a private Light Festival evening really feels like.
This is the real historic salon boat Energie during the winter season: warm light inside, Amsterdam outside and the boat reserved exclusively for your own party.
Large windows keep the illuminated canal scenery in view while the enclosed salon stays comfortable throughout the evening.
Light art outside. Warmth, Champagne and privacy inside.
A private Light Festival cruise combines the illuminated city with the atmosphere of your own historic salon boat.
Planning the complete festival evening?
For our dedicated 2026–2027 festival guide, walking information, family ideas and cruise options, visit AmsterdamLightTour.com.
A warm salon, personal service and Amsterdam in lights.
Completely private
The whole boat is reserved for your group—no shared tables or unknown passengers.
Comfortable in winter
The heated salon offers excellent views through its large windows throughout the evening.
Tailor-made
Add champagne, drinks, flowers, dinner or a carefully planned marriage proposal.
Amsterdam after dark, aboard the real Energie.
Warm wood and personal hospitality inside; illuminated bridges and festival artworks outside.
Turn the festival into a private floating restaurant.
Enjoy a carefully prepared multi-course dinner while Amsterdam’s illuminated artworks pass outside the windows.
Private dining is available for up to eight guests. Champagne, wine, flowers and celebration styling can be added. A duration of approximately 2.5 to 3 hours is recommended.
Private Light Festival cruise for two.
Glowing artworks, candlelight and complete privacy create an unforgettable Amsterdam date.
Ideal for anniversaries, birthdays and proposals. Captain Gus can discreetly arrange champagne, red roses, music, photography or a perfectly timed surprise.
Amsterdam Light Festival 2026–2027 details.
Final sailing time, route and boarding details depend on festival operations, water traffic, weather and local regulations.
Plan your Light Festival evening.
When is Amsterdam Light Festival 2026–2027?
The 15th edition is scheduled from 26 November 2026 through 17 January 2027. Published dates may remain subject to change.
Is the cruise completely private?
Yes. Only your own guests and Captain Gus are on board.
Is the boat heated?
Yes. Energie has a warm enclosed salon with large windows.
Can we have dinner on board?
Yes. A private multi-course dinner can be arranged for up to eight guests with advance booking.
Where do we board?
Our standard boarding location is Amstel 51 at the H’ART Museum pier.
Can we add champagne, flowers or a proposal?
Yes. Champagne, flowers, music, photography and proposal arrangements can be prepared on request.
Book your private Amsterdam Light Festival cruise.
Popular evening departures can fill quickly, especially around weekends and the Christmas holidays.
VIP Canal Tours at a glance
Is the boat completely private?
Yes. The boat is reserved exclusively for one party, with no unrelated guests aboard.
Does the cruise include a private captain?
Yes. Every cruise includes a private captain and personal local service.
Is Energie comfortable in colder weather?
Yes. Energie has a heated comfortable salon, real windows and clear canal views.
Can the route be adjusted?
Routes can be tailored where navigation, timing and local canal conditions allow.
Can you pick us up near our Amsterdam hotel?
Pick-up by boat near selected hotels can be arranged in advance when a suitable landing point is accessible and availability permits.
Can VIP Canal Tours provide a private water taxi?
Private water-taxi transfers can be arranged on request, subject to route, landing access and availability.