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Offered languages
- German
- Portuguese
- English
- English
- Italian
- French
- Dutch
- Dutch
- Spanish
Until 18th of January the Amsterdam Light Festival takes place. This festival gives artists the chance to show 27 illuminated pieces of art in the canals of Amsterdam. The best way is seeing them is from a canal boat with our English speaking Skipper.
✔️ Drinks optional
Sit back and relax with a wine, beer or soda & Dutch Snacks which you can book optional.
✔️ Small Group
We cruise with a small group of maximum of 28 passengers
✔️ Highlights
Apart from the illuminated works of art. We'll pass by the best highlights in Amsterdam. From The Dancing Houses to the Seven Bridges, onto the Skinny Bridge.
✔️ Guide language
Our skipper speaks English, but we have a digital booklet with guided information in English, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, German, French and Italian.
✔️ Location
We depart right in front of Amsterdam Central Station, in one of our brand new stylish and electric Eco Boats.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our location is right in front of Amsterdam Central Station, directly in front of the tram stops by the water. You can recognize us by our dark green beach flag and staff wearing shirts with 'Eco Boats' on it. Please use Google Maps to find the correct location, not Apple Maps.
Itinerary
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Canal Ring (Grachtengordel) (Pass by)
Explore Amsterdam by visiting its UNESCO-listed canals. We'll pass by the best highlights in Amsterdam. From The Dancing Houses to the Seven Brigdes. On the Amstel and underneath the Skinny Bridge, all to be seen from our canal boat.
Admission ticket free -
Amsterdam Light Festival (Pass by)
Great to take photo's of these Art works (they are a limited time in Amsterdam )
Admission ticket free -
St. Nicholas Basilica (Pass by)
Paas by this beautiful basilica
Admission ticket free -
NEMO Science Museum (Pass by)
The NEMO building as the striking, copper-green shape rising high above Amsterdam's eastern docklands. Architect Renzo Piano had a clear vision for his design of the NEMO building, with its very own piazza 22 metres above water level.
Admission ticket free -
Skinny Bridge (Pass by)
Skinny bridge, listen carefully to your local guide who tells you about the legend of the Skinny Bridge
Admission ticket free -
Herengracht (Pass by)
The Herengracht; Often referred to as the “Gentlemen’s Canal,” it is renowned for its historic charm and elegant 17th-century canal houses.
Admission ticket free -
Haarlemmersluis (Pass by)
The Haarlemmer Sluis is a historic sluice (lock) located in Amsterdam, near the junction of the Singel and the IJ River. It was built to regulate water levels in the city’s canals and to prevent flooding, an essential function in a city below sea level. Dating back to the 16th century, the Haarlemmer Sluis reflects Amsterdam’s long history of water management and engineering innovation.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Departure point right in front of Central Station
- The route and duration (75 minutes) may vary each time depending on external factors.
- On the day itself (depending on the weather conditions) we decide to cruise with an half open or covered boat (with some shelter for rain).
- On cold days, please wear warm, clothes, as cruising on water can get cold
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Departure point right in front of Central Station
- The route and duration (75 minutes) may vary each time depending on external factors.
- On the day itself (depending on the weather conditions) we decide to cruise with an half open or covered boat (with some shelter for rain).
- On cold days, please wear warm, clothes, as cruising on water can get cold
- On Rainy days, please wear suitable clothing
- We only serve alcoholic drinks for travellers 18 years old and above (proof of ID can be asked for). Minor travellers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drink
- Our welcome snack may contain traces of nuts, and these traces might also be present on the boat itself (in case of severe nut allergies)
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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