Fall Foliage Cruise on Yacht Full Moon from Chelsea Piers
About this activity
Highlights
- Cruise under the George Washington Bridge
- View the Palisades Park cliffs
- See the Little Red Lighthouse
- Pass by the Upper West Side of Manhattan
- Enjoy a complimentary beverage
Full description
Included / Excluded
- One complimentary beverage included. Additional beverages available for purchase by credit card
- Fall foliage cruise on classic yacht
- Food is not included. If bringing food please keep it to a light snack
- Gratuity is not included but recommended for the captain and crew
Itinerary
Pass by: Cruise by the Hudson River Park and along the Hudson River to see the fall foliage along New York and New Jersey's waterfront.
Pass by: Pass by the Intrepid and see this historic landmark from the water
Pass by: Cruise under the George Washington Bridge, the only bridge to connect Manhattan with New Jersey.
Pass by: Pass by the famous little red lighthouse, located on the Manhattan side of the George Washington Bridge. Great photo opportunities!
Pass by: Enjoy incredible views of the Palisades located in New Jersey providing some of the best foliage near Manhattan along the Hudson River
Important information
Know before you book
- Gratuity is not included; consider tipping the crew for their service.
- Peak fall foliage timing varies; colors may peak from mid-October to early December.
- The cruise operates rain or shine; cancellations are free up to 24 hours in advance.
Know before you go
- Dress in layers to accommodate varying temperatures during the cruise.
- Bring a light snack if desired, as food is not provided on board.
- Arrive at Chelsea Piers, Pier 62 (W. 22nd St.), at least 15 minutes before departure.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Service animals are permitted; emotional support animals and pets are not permitted
- The boat is not wheelchair accessible. If you require assistance for boarding please let us know in advance so that we can better assist you
- It is illegal for guests to bring aboard alcohol
- Plan to arrive 15-30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time to check-in at the ticket booth for boarding passes
- Bring a photo ID that matches the name listed on the reservation
- Large group bookings are not permitted. Multiple bookings are subject to added fees or cancellation by operator
- Please note that 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.
- Plan to bring warm layers - hat, gloves, scarf, coat - pending the forecasted weather
- Seating may be assigned
Traveler reviews
A perfect escape along the Hudson with beautiful views of [early] Fall Foliage aboard the Full Moon!
We had a lovely Sunday morning cruise along the Hudson River to catch the early part of the Fall Foliage in the Palisades aboard the Full Moon!
Great to go wether you are a local or a tourist!
My husband and I have been living in NYC for 10 years now. I have always loved wooden boats and when I saw the gorgeous Full Moon leaving Chelsea Piers one day, I decided to see what cruise I could go on. It is a nice, small, and intimate boat. Sean made sure we stayed hydrated and had complimentary snacks. Captain Albert was lovely and gave lots of information about Manhattan as we were boating up the Hudson to view the Palisades. I even learned new things that I didn't know before even after living here for 10 years. The vibe of the boat was exquisite. Very relaxed and mostly small groups of families and friends taking a nice excursion. My Oura ring thought I took a nap I was so relaxed and restored sitting on the bow of the boat, taking in the views. My husband does get seasick, and the only time it was rough for him was right after we boarded/before we departed. Once the boat got going and we were permitted to go on the bow, he was fine and had an enjoyable time. He is even interested in taking other tours with this company! As am I :) Thank you for the lovely cruise!
A native New Yorker's favorite boat line
Skip the mega-boats and enjoy the glorious foliage on the Palisades on the classy little Full Moon. Captain Conor will lend you his binocs if he spots a bald eagle, and Sean will keep you hydrated with hot tea or a glass of bubbly. I was born in Manhattan and have lived here all my life. The other boat companies are OK .... but Classic Harbor Line is so much better than OK. I take a trip on one of their beautiful yachts at least once a year, and this is my favorite way to show NYC to out-of-town friends. It never gets old.
Always too far from the...
Always too far from the trees and foliage - a boat ride isn't the optimal way to view this. But great staff!