Grand Palisades Fall Foliage Cruise in New York

4.8 (11 reviews) New York City, USA
Duration2h 15m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 80 travelers

Overview

Experience a classic boat cruise and enjoy a narrated tour with an Urban Naturalist. As we cruise along the west side of Manhattan during Autumn, learn about the geology and ecology as we cruise and see some of the areas iconic sights: the George Washington Bridge, Little Red Lighthouse, the Riverside Cathedral, Grant's Tomb, the Cloisters and more! The boat has a large salon that's designed with wrap around windows and skylights for viewing all of the sights while we cruise. The interior of the boat is heated and there is also an open outer deck. Enjoy this exciting fall cruise that's perfect for locals and visitors!

Options

Lightly Narrated Tour Peak

Lightly Narrated Tour Option: This is a lightly narrated cruise experience. The captain will point out only main sites along our cruise route.
Duration: 2 hours
Peak Pricing

Lightly Narrated Tour Off Peak

Lightly Narrated Tour Option: This is a lightly narrated cruise experience. The captain will point out only main sites along our cruise route.
Duration: 2 hours
Off Peak Pricing

Narrated Tour Option

What's included

  • One complimentary beverage included. Additional beverages are available for purchase by credit card
  • Fall Foliage Cruise
  • Gratuity is not included but recommended for the captain and crew
  • Food is not included. If bringing food please keep to a simple, light snack

What to expect

  1. Upper West Side
    Pass by
    Cruise on the Hudson River along Manhattan's East Side and enjoy views of the waterfront and buildings visible from the river
  2. Hudson Yards
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    Get great water views at the beginning and end of the trip as the boat cruises north from Chelsea Piers
  3. Intrepid Museum
    Pass by
    Pass by this air & space museum from the water
  4. Little Red Lighthouse
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    Pass by as we cruise under the George Washington Bridge
  5. George Washington Bridge
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    Pass under this magnificent bridge from the water
  6. General Grant National Memorial
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    Pass by Grant's Tomb from the water
  7. Palisades Park
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    See the beautiful trees among the cliffs of the Palisades. This is typically where the most dramatic fall foliage views can be seen

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We're located at Pier 62 of the Chelsea Piers Complex, between 22nd and 23rd street off the Westside Highway. Our ticket booth and check-in is at the northern-most end of Chelsea Piers on the river, just steps away from the dock.

End point

We're located at Pier 62 of the Chelsea Piers Complex, between 22nd and 23rd street off the Westside Highway. Our ticket booth and check-in is at the northern-most end of Chelsea Piers on the river, just steps away from the dock.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please coordinate with the operator in advance if assistance is required for boarding or if you have any questions about general accessibility. Accessibility varies by boat
  • Service animals are permitted; emotional support animals and pets are not permitted
  • Large group bookings are not permitted. Multiple bookings are subject to added fees or cancellation by operator
  • Elegant tables assigned to each booking. There is a 2-ticket purchase minimum for this experience
  • Peak fall foliage is not guaranteed. We have seen fall colors at their peak as early as mid-October and as late early December along the waterfront in the Palisades of New Jersey (the prime destination of our fall foliage excursions). Refunds due to ‘lack of color’, will not be honored. Cruising on the Hudson River, north by the Palisades, is a unique and interesting route and is the declared value of this excursion
  • Please arrive 15-30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time to obtain boarding passes

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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