Happy Holidays Evening Cruise

Everything about this cruise

What can you expect from the Happy Holidays Evening Cruise?

During the Happy Holidays Evening Cruise, you sail for 90 minutes through the festively illuminated canals of Amsterdam aboard a heated boat. You enjoy a free glass of mulled wine or hot chocolate with whipped cream, served with a piece of traditional Dutch butter cake. As the festive lights reflect in the water, the cruise offers countless photogenic moments to capture your festive memories.

What is the audio story of the Happy Holidays Evening Cruise?

The Happy Holidays Evening Cruise has a special audio story about Alex, a world-famous photographer who returns to his home city of Amsterdam on Christmas Eve. He feels out of place in the city, but after a series of adventures, a mysterious little bookshop and an encounter on the ice of the frozen Prinsengracht, he rediscovers his love for Amsterdam and the festive season. The audio story is available in six languages: Dutch, English, German, French, Italian and Spanish.

What is included in the Happy Holidays Evening Cruise?

With the Happy Holidays Evening Cruise, you sail for 90 minutes aboard a heated boat through the festively illuminated canals. You receive a free glass of mulled wine or hot chocolate with whipped cream and a piece of traditional Dutch butter cake. In addition, an audio tour is available in six languages. Free earphones are available on board, but we ask you to bring your own earphones or headphones where possible, so that together we can do our bit for the environment.

Can I add extras to my Happy Holidays Evening Cruise?

Yes, you can extend your cruise with a snack box containing crisps, popcorn, stroopwafels, salted peanuts and a drink of your choice. Or opt for the wine and cheese package, consisting of two glasses of wine, cheese biscuits and delicious Dutch cheese.

Where do I board for the Happy Holidays Evening Cruise?

The Happy Holidays Evening Cruise departs from the Blue Boat jetty at Stadhouderskade 550, directly opposite the Heineken Experience. You can take tram 2 or 12 and get off at the Museumplein stop; from there it is a five-minute walk. Or take metro line 52 and get off at the Vijzelgracht stop; from there it is a two-minute walk. Make sure you are at the jetty at least 15 minutes before departure.

Is the Happy Holidays Evening Cruise wheelchair accessible?

Blue Boat is the only canal cruise provider in Amsterdam with wheelchair-accessible boats. For the Happy Holidays Evening Cruise, these depart from Stadhouderskade 550, directly opposite the Heineken Experience. The available time slots are 7.00 pm and 9.00 pm. Please note: a maximum of 3 wheelchairs can be on board at the same time. Please reserve in advance and contact our reservations team after booking to confirm your wheelchair-accessible place.

Where can I buy tickets for the Happy Holidays Evening Cruise?

Tickets can be booked online via the Blue Boat website. You receive instant confirmation and do not need to print your tickets. Simply show your ticket on your phone when you board. We recommend booking online in advance, so that you are sure of your place and can avoid waiting times. Do you have a promo code? Then make a separate booking for each person.

What is the cancellation policy for the Happy Holidays Evening Cruise?

You can cancel your tickets up to 24 hours before departure free of charge. Cancellations within 24 hours are unfortunately not possible. Would you like to change your time slot? Then contact our reservations team on +31 20 679 13 70.

Which other cruises does Blue Boat offer?

Alongside the Happy Holidays Evening Cruise, Blue Boat Company offers a range of cruises, including the City Canal Cruise, Evening Cruise, Kids Cruise and the Blue Sky Boat (open boat). Experience Amsterdam from the water; there is a perfect cruise for every group.