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New York Fall Foliage Sail up the Hudson River
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Non-refundable
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3 Hours 30 Minutes
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Enjoy a 3.5-hour scenic sail up the Hudson River to the Palisades aboard Schooner Adirondack or Schooner America 2.0, both 1800s-style sailboats. Bordering the Hudson River north of Fort Lee, New Jersey, the Palisade Cliffs are among the most dramatic geologic features in New York City's vicinity.
Key Points:
- Enjoy the outdoors and relax aboard a classic sailboat
- Sail north on the Hudson, with unsurpassed views of the Upper West Side
- Pass the Palisades, a picturesque area lined with breathtaking cliffs and a great area for foliage
- Bundle up (Lot's of warm layers depending on the temperature & the breeze!)
- Usually a great adventure for photography
- Pass under the grand George Washington Bridge
What's Included
- One complimentary beverage included
- 3.5-hour sail on the Hudson River
- Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch
- Gratuity is not included but recommended for the captain and crew
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
The boat departs from Chelsea Piers, at Pier 62, which is located at the northern end of the Chelsea Piers Complex. Our ticket booth is located on the water just steps from our dock. Please check in at the Classic Harbor Line ticket booth upon arrival.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Upper West Side
Enjoy foliage views on the Upper West Side as the boat sails north along the Hudson River.
• Admission Ticket Free
George Washington Bridge
Sail under the George Washington Bridge as the boat heads North on the Hudson River toward the Palisades for an up-close look at the cliffs and foliage.
• Admission Ticket Free
Little Red Lighthouse
See this historic little lighthouse as we cruise
• Admission Ticket Free
The Met Cloisters
Pass by this site as we cruise along Manhattan's Upper West Side.
• Admission Ticket Free
Fort Lee Historic Park
Pass by the Cliffs of the Palisades known for some iconic fall foliage
• Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 3 years not permitted due to the length and nature of this event
- Dress for the weather - bring lots of layers, hats, gloves and scarves depending on the weather
- Only animals that perform a manual task to assist a person are permitted aboard. Emotional support animals and pets are not permitted
- Please let us know in advance if assistance is required for boarding
- 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.
- Large group bookings are not permitted. Multiple bookings are subject to added fees or cancellation by operator
Operated by Classic Harbor Line NYC
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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