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Another vast and varied region of the world for which USA River Cruises has crafted an abundance of exciting, relaxing, exhilarating, peaceful (pick your adjective based on what you want from your trip) cruises. From Chesapeake Bay to the “Golden Isles” and from the “Great Rivers of Florida” to the Inland Passage, there is certainly something for just about everyone aboard one of our Southeast cruises.

Let’s consider just one of our most popular excursions.

Historic South and Golden Isles

Our Historic South and Golden Isles trip is one of our favorites. And from what we can tell, it’s one of our customers’ favorites, too!

This eight-day trip heads from Jacksonville, Florida, to Charleston, South Carolina (or vice-versa). The Intracoastal Waterway is a series of protected bays, canals and rivers that make up a portion of the southeastern coast of the United States. The Golden Isles refers to a group of barrier islands off the coast of Georgia and the historic mainland city of Brunswick. The islands include St. Simons Island, Sea Island, Jekyll Island, and Little St. Simons Island.

There’s so much to see and do on this trip — which features many sites that are a part of American history. Plus, travelers can visit and explore amazing wildlife refuges of untouched beauty while partaking in southern hospitality, culture, and food.

Charleston, for example, is alive with history — everything from cobblestone streets and gas lamps to Civil War battlegrounds.

Stops also include gentle and genteel Savannah, Georgia, a historic city of 19th century architecture. Choose from one of many tour options, up to and including the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force and a guided walking tour of Savannah’s River Street section. And we haven’t even mentioned the ghost tours!

Thrills are easy to come by with USA River Cruises. Call us today to get started on yours!

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Jacksonville to Baltimore

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Roundtrip Jacksonville

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Washington, D.C. to St. Petersburg, FL

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Charleston to Jacksonville

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Historic South & Golden Isles-American Star

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American Revolution Cruise

Roundtrip Washington, D.C.

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Historic South & Golden Isles-American Independence

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Roundtrip Baltimore, MD

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Roundtrip Baltimore

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Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway: everything you need to know

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  • May 30, 2022

Peter Nielsen brings you this guide to cruising the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), or as it is more widely known, 'The Ditch'

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Perhaps you’ve cruised the Caribbean and fancy heading up the east coast of the United States to sample the fine cruising grounds of the Chesapeake Bay or New England. Or perhaps you’re a Canadian sailor itching to escape the brutal northern winter. Either way, you will become acquainted with the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (ICW).

The ICW – or ‘The Ditch’, as it is affectionately known by many – stretches 1,088 miles (statute, not nautical) from Mile Marker 1 in Norfolk, Virginia, to its end point in Key West. It is part of a 3,000-mile series of interconnected waterways that can take you all the way from Virginia to Texas.

On the east coast, the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway is a busy highway in the autumn and spring. The snowbirds flock south in the fall, gathering on the Chesapeake to head south after the Annapolis Boat Show in October and get to Florida as the hurricane season ends in late November. In the spring, there’s a procession of boats heading back to the Chesapeake or downeast to Maine.

American sailors have something of a love-hate relationship with the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. On the one hand they deplore the need to motor the best part of 1,000 miles when they could be sailing; on the other, they welcome the many opportunities to duck into shelter from threatening weather. The majority of cruisers taking the offshore option will, for instance, happily nip into the ICW to avoid rounding the notorious Cape Hatteras.

Before I actually went down the ICW for the first time, I did not think of it as a cruising destination in its own right. ‘The Ditch’ sounded far from appealing to this deepwater sailor. Yet over the course of three forays down various parts of the waterway, I began to enjoy it for its own sake. Yes, you will be plugging along under power for many miles, but you will also pass through some beautiful scenery and visit parts of the country that typical tourists would never get to see.

Sailing the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway

You’ll also get to sail some, notably on the Albemarle and Pamlico sounds, though there are many other places where you can unroll the genoa to get a break from the engine. My favourite parts are the northern section, from Norfolk, Virginia, down to Beaufort, North Carolina, and farther south to Charleston, South Carolina.

On my first excursion I motored slowly down the historic, 22-mile-long Dismal Swamp Canal, dug by slave labour in the late 18th century as a trade route. Its inky black water, infused with tannin from the swamp vegetation, left a brown moustache on our bow. Our spreaders grazed overhanging branches and our 6ft 3in keel bounced over the shallows.

It was a unique experience, followed by a gorgeous cruise along a winding tree-lined river to a welcoming town called Belhaven, where we tied up to the free dock and a friendly local drove us to the supermarket. From there, we set sail at first light in a solid blow, bouncing across a choppy Albemarle Sound, and made 80 miles before dark. Such are the contrasts of the ICW.

There are some pretty towns and cities that warrant a few days’ exploration, for anyone not in delivery mode. Some are famous, some you’ve likely not heard of.

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Lighthouse and pier at Manteo, North Carolina. Photo: Matt Claiborne/Alamy

In Norfolk, Virginia, you can marvel at the sight of a good chunk of the US Navy lined up almost gunwale to gunwale along the riverbank; deceptively sleepy Oriental, North Carolina, is home to two good boatyards; while the two Beauforts, ‘Bowfort’ in North Carolina and ‘Bewfort’ in South Carolina, are charming stopovers.

Charleston, also in South Carolina, is an almost mandatory stop, as is Savannah in Georgia. Many cruisers get as far as St Augustine and decide to stop there for a spell. To me, it’s the best town on Florida’s east coast.

As you motor farther south, things get busy. Above the Keys, the Florida coast lacks the charm of the Carolinas or Georgia, and so does the ICW. It’s here that, if there’s a northerly component to the wind, the temptation to hop outside (but stay west of the Gulf Stream) and make some fast miles away from bridges and currents becomes overpowering.

Sure, there are a couple of nice towns to stop at for a while – Vero Beach and Stuart, for example, and it would be a shame to steam past Cape Canaveral without a tour of the space centre – but generally speaking it’s a dull run, and the farther south you go, the more congested the waterway becomes.

Down around Fort Pierce, a good many sailing crews split off and head across to the Bahamas, while others head down as far as Fort Lauderdale. However, I’d recommend going outside well before you get too far south, or at least do not travel on a weekend; as it’s here that the boat traffic gets hellish.

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The Intracoastal Waterway is spanned by 160 bridges. Photo: Peter Neilsen

The Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway can become chockablock with all manner of overpowered and under-piloted watercraft, a celebration of horsepower and inebriation, all zooming around willy-nilly. I stayed in the waterway a little too long last year, and being trapped in tight quarters amid so many powerboats was downright frightening at times.

There’s a bridge with only 56ft clearance just before you get to Miami, so most sailing boats have to go into the Atlantic at Fort Lauderdale and back into Miami at Government Cut.

For many, Miami marks the end of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway; it’s an easy staging point for the Bahamas. The ICW continues down to the Florida Keys and then up and around the Gulf of Mexico, but most east coast cruisers, and most foreign vessels, either break off and head towards the western Caribbean, or go to the Bahamas and perhaps south to the Eastern Caribbean.

One of the first things the bluewater sailor will notice about the ICW is the sheer number of bridges. There are some 160 between Hampton and Miami. Most of them are fixed bridges, all built to a vertical clearance of 65ft (20m) above the high-water mark. Supposedly built to that height, anyway.

Mind the gap

During my foray down part of the Florida ICW on a catamaran with a 63ft (19.2m) air draught, we lost the masthead wind transducer on one bridge and nervously watched the VHF antenna scraping the underneath of several more. This is nerve-wracking if you have some current with you and are effectively committed, watching the height boards at the centre span and hoping they aren’t lying.

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Entrance to the ICW at Fort Pierce, Florida. Photo: Stephen Wood/Alamy

Then there are the opening bridges, which relieve you of height concerns but offer some challenges of their own. Some are bascule bridges, others have a span swinging sideways to open the path for water traffic, others have lifting spans. The latter are usually found in populated areas, or where topography precludes a fixed bridge.

Some will open on demand, the etiquette for which involves a call on Ch13 or Ch9 and a usually pleasant interaction with the bridgekeeper. Others open to a timetable, usually on the half hour. This leads to plenty of strategising, as you either hurry to get to the next bridge in time to avoid milling around with a bunch of other boats waiting for the next opening, or slow down so you don’t get there too soon. What’s more, many of the metropolitan bridges don’t open at all during morning and evening rush hours. Diligent study of bridge locations and timetables will ease your passage along the ICW.

The further south you get, the more bridges you will encounter, peaking in heavily populated southern Florida. The only three locks you’ll encounter are all in Virginia, and they’re easy enough to negotiate.

Overnighting

Depending on your draught, there are plenty of places to anchor for the night along the ICW, and no shortage of town docks and marinas, though these often fill up quickly from mid-October to December and April through May.

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ICW at Fort Lauderdale. Photo: Patrick Lynch/Alamy

I’ve stayed for free, or nearly so, at docks in small but welcoming towns along the waterway, and enjoyed hot showers and restaurant meals in marinas, but most of all I have enjoyed the many lovely anchorages I’ve discovered.

Often, an overnight stop is as easy as pulling a few boat lengths off the channel, depth permitting, and dropping the hook. The various guides to the ICW will point out the best spots. One October we pulled over to a tiny dock on the Dismal Swamp Canal and shivered in our blankets as the temperature dropped close to freezing on the stillest of nights; next day we were in shorts and T-shirts again.

Another time, just north of St Augustine in Florida, we sat on deck with gin and tonics and watched an hours-long lightning show play out in the clouds, happy not to be underneath it. And on one occasion, anchored in a cut leading out into the Atlantic, I paced the deck nervously as the wind pushed the boat one way and the current another, the anchor chain stretching bar-taut astern. In some places you may want to double up on your anchors, or drop a kellett from the bow to make sure your anchor chain doesn’t foul your keel or running gear.

I also recall sitting out a late November north-easterly in Beaufort, North Carolina, where the boat heeled in her berth to 50-knot gusts while we sat in a bar eating boiled oysters, feeling relieved to be in a marina.

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Beaufort, South Carolina. Among the best parts of the ICW are the 200 miles north of here. Photo: John Wollwerth/Alamy

Luckily, such blows are well forecast and there’s really no excuse for being caught out in one. They also remind you why you’re in the ICW instead of out at sea at that time of year. During that same passage south, we left Morehead City, North Carolina, bound for Charleston, only to catch a forecast that made us duck back into the ICW at Wrightsville Beach. That night, snug at anchor, we listened to the wind howling in the rigging while 20 miles offshore, about where we’d have been, a new Beneteau 50 was dismasted and its crew rescued by helicopter.

Navigating the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway

Make no mistake, the ICW is shallow. The US Army Corps of Engineers tries to maintain the depth to 9ft (2.7m), but given the nature of the waterway, with its often strong currents, things aren’t always the way they’re supposed to be. I’ve run aground several times, but only once with any damage. On the other hand, some friends went the length of the waterway without a functioning depth sounder and never once touched bottom.

I used Navionics charts on my iPad on each of my ICW trips and never had any issues. Although some commercial traffic does run at night, it would be foolhardy for us sailors to do the same. It would be all too easy to misjudge a turn and end up with your keel stuck in the mud.

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Draw bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway at Great Bridge, Chesapeake, Virginia. Photo: Cindy Hopkins/Alamy

The navigation marks are all well kept, and follow American red-right-returning protocol, return being southbound on the east coast.

Channel markers can become confusing where channels from seaward intersect with the ICW, so there’s a simple system of reflective yellow squares and triangles superimposed on the nav aids; leave the triangles to starboard, the squares to port. If the nav aids don’t have the yellow marks, you’ve left the ICW.

Dealing with traffic

At least until you get to the chaos of south Florida, boat traffic on the waterway is easy enough to deal with. Faster boats wanting to pass should hail you via VHF. If you’re feeling generous you can slow down to let them pass faster, which is sensible, for you don’t know what’s coming your way around the next bend.

We sailors are slower than most other traffic, so we get passed often. Most powerboaters will slow down as they pass so as not to ‘wake’ you. There are some exceptions, notably big sport fishing boats with professional crews who delight in steaming past at full speed.

It can get crowded at bridges, so my advice is to hang back and let the nimbler powerboats go first.

Planning an Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway passage

There is lots of literature about the ICW, most of it hard pilotage advice, which is as it should be. If you want some entertaining reading, try The Boy, Me and the Cat , by Henry Plummer, a fun tale of a cruise up the ICW in a small catboat in 1912.

Otherwise, here are some useful books and websites:

The Intracoastal Waterway, Norfolk to Miami – The Complete Cockpit Cruising Guide , by Bill Moeller/John Kettlewell. Waterway Guide Atlantic ICW , by Waterway Guide Media (updated annually). 2021 ICW Cruising Guide , by Bob423.

Many cruisers swear by Bob423’s frequently updated online guides and paperback books. Bob has travelled the ICW for many years and few know it better. His blog is at bobicw.blogspot.com

You’ll spend a lot of time obsessing about bridges and their opening times; the Waterway Guide website and Bob423’s blog are good sources of up-to-date info.

On my ICW excursions, I have exclusively used Navionics charts on iPad and phone, with C-Map charts on the plotter as a backup. I have been happy with the accuracy and functionality of the Navionics charts. Many cruisers also swear by Aquamaps.

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ABOUT THE Delray Yacht Cruises Experience the calm waters of the Intracoastal Waterway aboard the Lady Atlantic & Lady Delray while enjoying your favorite beverage or snack on a two-hour narrated tour past some of the area’s most beautiful mansions. See a variety of marine life in its natural habitat. Learn a little about the area’s history. Cruise from Veterans Park on East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach south to Boca Raton. There are also occasional cruises north towards Manalapan Island. Delray Yacht Cruises also offers Holiday Lights Cruises during December and Evening Cruises on select weekend evenings.

Delray Yacht Cruises has been offering cruises in Delray Beach since 2003.

- 2-hour sightseeing cruises (Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30pm)

- 2-hour evening cruises (select Fridays and Saturdays at 5:30pm)

Call 561.243.0686 for reservations.

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Scenic day/lunch cruise.

1.5 Hour Cruise – Boarding Times: 45 mins prior to cruise time

2024 Schedule:

Cruises Depart at 11:30am

February 16 th – March 2 nd , Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday

March 4 th – May 25 th , Tuesday – Thursday and Saturday

September 3 rd – December 28 th , Tuesday – Thursday and Saturday

Cruises Depart at 12:00pm

May 28 th – August 31 st , Tuesday – Thursday, Saturday

Lunch can be added with your cruise as well and includes a choice of a sandwich, chips, cookie and water/tea. Sandwiches have to be preselected and are a choice of ham and cheese, roast beef and cheese or turkey and cheese. *Menu subject to change.

Snacks and Beverages will be available for purchase. We also offer a fully stocked bar, serving select beers, wines, and liquors that are available for purchase. Must be 21+ years old with valid ID. Onboard entertainment and narration is also included on each cruise.

Adult: $32.99++ (with Lunch is $40.99++) Child (12 and under): $17.99++ (with $25.99++) Group Discounts available for Groups of 15 or more

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2 Hour Cruise – Boarding Times: 45 mins prior to cruise time

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May 28 th – August 31 st , Monday – Saturday

Dinner includes: salad, lemon pepper chicken, dijon pork tenderloin, carrots, potatoes, chocolate cake and water/tea. *Menu subject to change.

Snacks and Beverages will be available for purchase. We also offer a fully stocked bar, serving select beers, wines, and liquors that are available for purchase. Must be 21+ years old with valid ID.

Onboard entertainment and narration is also included on each cruise.

Adult: $59.99++ Child (12 and under): $29.99++ Group Discounts available for Groups of 15 or more

  • Valentine’s Day Cruise

2025 Dates TBD

Cruise departs at 6:00pm

Adults $71.99++

Children $41.99++

Join us onboard the Barefoot Queen Riverboat for a romantic candlelight dinner cruise down the beautiful IntraCoastal Waterway!

Cruise includes a 2 hour cruise, themed decor, entertainment, special menu and a rose for your loved one.

We also offer a fully stocked bar, serving select beers, wines, and liquors that are available for purchase. Must be 21+ years old with valid ID.

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Adventures in Parrotdise Cruise

June 25th and 27th, 2024

Cruise departs at 12:00pm

Adults $51.99++

Hey Good Lookin! Come join us as we cruise the Longitude and Latitude of the IntraCoastal Waterway and celebrate Jimmy Buffet with Cheeseburgers in Paradise and Boat Drinks, as well as other specialty themed food and drinks. We will cruise in The Slow Lane past one of Jimmy’s houses as we Breathe in Breathe Out and Move On with Island music, food and dancing!

  • July 4th Fireworks Cruise

July 4th, 2024

Cruise departs at 8:00pm

Adults $64.99++

Join us onboard the Barefoot Queen Riverboat for a fun and entertaining dinner cruise down the beautiful IntraCoastal Waterway. After the cruise avoid the crowds and stay onboard to see the Barefoot Landing Fireworks and Celebrate the 4th of July with us!

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IntraCoastal Christmas Regatta

November 30th, 2024

Cruise departs at 3:30pm (approx 5 hour)

Adults $84.99++

Join us as a Parade Participant for the 38th Annual Intracoastal Christmas Regatta parade along the Intracoastal Waterway on the Barefoot Queen Riverboat!

Partnering with Toys for Tots, bring a toy with you and get $5 back on your ticket per toy (up to 2 toys per order)!!

Full Dinner and Christmas Treats will be served on this cruise along with games, prizes and entertainment for the evening! Get a front row seat to enjoy the Regatta and be a Parade Participant! We placed First last year and need your help to maintain the title!

North Pole Express Cruise

2024 Dates TBD

Cruises depart at 6:00pm

Adults $70, Children 12 and under $65

Come dressed in your favorite Christmas PJs and enjoy an evening of Christmas Magic with us onboard the Barefoot Queen Riverboat!

Cruise includes The Polar Express Story, your very own Believe ticket, surprise Santa visit with a special delivery and a variety of Christmas snacks and Hot Chocolate.

You can also make a take home bag of Reindeer Food with Santa after the Cruise to feed Rudolph and all his Friends on Christmas Eve!

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New Years Eve Fireworks Cruise

December 31st, 2024

Cruise departs at 5:00pm

Join us onboard the Barefoot Queen Riverboat for a fun and entertaining dinner cruise down the beautiful IntraCoastal Waterway. After the cruise avoid the crowds and stay onboard to see the Barefoot Landing Fireworks and Celebrate New Years Eve with us!

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Experience the calm waters of the Intracoastal Waterway aboard the Lady Atlantic while enjoying your favorite beverage or snack on a two-hour narrated tour past some of the area’s most beautiful mansions. See a variety of marine life in its natural habitat. Learn a little about the area’s history. Cruise from Veterans Park on East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach south to Boca Raton. There are also occasional cruises north towards Manalapan Island. Delray Yacht Cruises also offers Holiday Cruises during December and Sunset Cruises on select evenings.

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Lady Atlantic Cruises It's like an Elegant River Boat Cruise of the South but on the Intracoastal Waterway in Florida

Daily sight-seeing cruises sunday brunch cruise, sunset cruise, friday night dinner cruise .

Lady Atlantic cruises operates year-around offering you a variety of cruises to choose from -- making sure to fit everyone's unique lifestyle.

You'll find Sunday Brunch Cruises , Friday Night Dinner Cruise, Daily Sight-Seeing Cruises, Live Entertainment Cruises and Holiday Cruises aboard this elegant yacht that is affectionately known to Delray Beach as Lady Atlantic.

Her lovely elegance is anchored at Veteran's Park, right near the Atlantic Bridge where all of her 105-feet can readily be seen by all who walk by.

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Below is the Lady Atlantic Yacht -- and her sister vessel affectionately and appropriately named Lady Delray. A couple of elegant ladies here!

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Similar to River Boat Cruises, Delray Yacht Cruises the magnificent intracoastal waterway in Palm Beach County. The beauty captured on the intracoastal cruises is breathtakingly beautiful!  When cruising, you have the unique benefit of seeing the beauty on the intracoastal that can only be seen from the water. The sights you will see cannot be viewed via car or land. This beauty can only be seen from the luxury of a boat! I think you will be delightfully surprised on this cruise! Here's a few photos from the intracoastal...

Lady Atlantic and her sister Lady Delray to the left of her.

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Views like this (of the mega-mansions) can only be viewed from the water.

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Intracoastal view near Highland Beach, Florida looking southward.

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Two Hour Sunday Brunch Cruise to Manalapan

Take a Sunday Brunch Cruise headed north on the beautiful Intracoastal waterway to Manalapan Island. Manalapan Island is one of the wealthiest communities in our country located in prestigious Palm Beach County.

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An example of menus items for the Sunday Brunch Cruise include these yummy-delicious items: Vegetable & Cheese Frittata, Cinnamon French Toast with Maple Syrup, Oven Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes, Chef’s Pasta Selection, Meatballs Marinara, Honey Baked Ham, Seasonal Fruit, Coffee, Juice & Tea.

Two Hour Friday Night Dinner Cruise

Lady Atlantic's Friday Night Dinner Cruise heads south towards Manalapan Island located in prestigious Palm Beach County. Have your appetite ready to savor a Little Italy at Sea dinner buffet to include the likes of Caesar Salad, Garlic Bread, Chicken Parmesan, Baked Ziti, Meatballs Marinara, Chef’s Choice of Dessert, Coffee & Tea.

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In addition to the Sunday Brunch Cruise, Friday Night Dinner Cruise and Live Entertainment Cruises on Lady Atlantic, Delray Yacht Cruises also offers year-around daily Sight-Seeing Cruises twice a day! The Sight-Seeing Cruise heads south touring through Delray Beach, Highland Beach and Pompano Beach.

Lady Atlantic going under the Linton Avenue drawbridge.

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Lady Atlantic heading southward passing through Highland Beach. I just happened to be in a friend's condo at Highland Beach and captured this photo from the 11th floor.

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As your cruise tour begins, the Captain of the yacht narrates landmarks and historical points of interest. You will first notice the Atlantic Avenue drawbridge. This is a real authentic drawbridge that opens every 30 minutes for boats to pass through. You can watch it open and close as you cruise through it.

Cruising through the Atlantic Avenue Drawbridge

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The first bridge at this location was built in 1911. It was a hand-cranked drawbridge. Can you imagine that!   Hand-cranked! You will now notice that the bridge is operated by a Bridge Tender who sits comfortably in an air conditioned Bridge Tender House. The Bridge Tender House was constructed originally in 1952. It was later redesigned in 1991 by local architect Robert Currie.

Atlantic Avenue Drawbridge and Bridge Tender House on the Right Photo Credit: Photographically Yours, Inc

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Holiday Cruises

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Delray Yacht Cruises also offers Holiday Cruises! You'll find holiday cruises for:

  • Thanksgiving
  • Holiday Boat Parades in December for Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, and Boca boat parades
  • Christmas Lights Holiday
  • New Year's Eve Dinner & Dancing
  • Valentine's Day
  • Easter Brunch Cruise
  • Mother's Day Brunch Cruise
  • Father's Day Brunch Cruise
  • 4th Of July Fireworks Cruise
  • Steel Drum Cruise
  • And lots more!

Check out Delray Yacht Cruises Holiday Cruise schedule for dates and times for all their cruises.

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This is typical "winter" weather in November in South Florida. As you can see... it is a BEAUTIFUL DAY for a boat cruise on the intracoastal!

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Entertainment Cruises

Come enjoy Lady Atlantic's Entertainment Cruises this summer with state-of-the-art entertainment system, a full cash bar and a pub-style menu. Enjoy entertainment like reggae music and classic rock.

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Information & Hours of Operation

Cost: For current rates and schedules of all the Delray Yacht Cruises, please visit their website here.

Address: 801 E Atlantic Avenue (at Veteran's Park), Delray Beach, FL, 33483. Click here for map for parking and location. Hours: Please see their website as their hours vary according to cruise schedule.

Rates: View price & cruise schedule here. Phone 561-243-0686 Email: [email protected] Website: Delray Yacht Cruises

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Intracoastal Mansion Cruise | South Florida

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Enter the glitter and glam of South Florida on this half-day private boat tour that showcases one of the most impressive collections of estate mansions and mega-yachts in the country. The Intracoastal Mansion Sightseeing Cruise winds through the passages of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, a renowned water route that stretches from Virginia to Miami.

As we cruise pass Boca Raton and Fort Lauderdale aboard 48-ft. motor yacht Sea Ray Sedan Bridge, witness immaculate shorelines and century-old architecture, while you feast on a gourmet meal and drink. Admire the playground of magnificent yachts and mansions (including some celebrity homes!) on the shoreline, many designed by Addison Mizner, the original architect of the “Boca Raton Resort and Club.”

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You have the option of partaking in swimming, fishing , snorkeling or any other water activity to add extra diversion to your day. Cruise includes meal, open bar (assorted beer and wine), soft drinks and bottled water, all under the supervision of an attentive crew and captain. All this and more when you take South Florida Intracoastal Waterway boat tour with Get Excited!

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Our 22 foot Hurricane  deck boat is fully equipped and perfect for cruising the intercoastal waterwa

Capt. Bob welcomes you aboard! Charter a trip with us today!

Captain Bob

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Private tours.

Captain Bob really enjoys boating and showing our beautiful area to clients.  Our coastal area is difficult to navigate, that's why boat rentals can come with unexpected costs and stress like damage or getting stuck on a sandbar.  Book a boat charter with Captain Bob and enjoy the area without the responsibility of renting today!

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Book a boat charter with us and see wildlife in action!  It's not uncommon to see Dolphins, Sea Turtles, Pelicans, Cormorants, Hawks, Egrets and Herons (a few crazies too!).  Go boating without the boat rental stress!

Interior of the boat.

We only provide private boat charter tours, just you, your family and friends.  We take the worries of getting out on the water.  We take care of everything.  Boat rentals and operating a boat can be very stressful, especially if you aren't familiar with the area.  We give you a stress free memorable boating trip!

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Please reach us at [email protected] if you cannot find an answer to your question.

We limit our guests to 6 passengers no exceptions.  

2 hour cruise $250 additional hours are $100. 

Yes, limited.  Intoxicated passengers are a safety concern and may limit the length of the trip. 

All passengers must remain on the boat at all times.  We provide  2 - 3 hour pleasure cruises and nature tours from the safety of the boat.  

Sure!  Please remember we are offering relaxing pleasure cruises, it's your time I will do whatever you would like  (I'm a fisherman too!).   Also, remember to have a license!  You will need a Coastal Recreational Fishing License . 

You can bring a small cooler and any snacks you like!

We have a pop up room with a toilet and hand washing.  Cologne and mints not included.

A $50 deposit is required to secure your charter online.  

Balance is required prior to leaving the dock.  

At the dock: Cash , Apple pay , Venmo and CashApp are accepted. 

Unfortunately we cannot accept credit cards at the dock.

Sorry we do not allow pets and smoking is allowed with care.  Absolutely nothing that didn't come from the water goes in the water.  You must stay on the boat at all times.  Please see our Terms and Conditions below for details.  

ABSOLUTLY NO BANANAS IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM!  Not even a picture of a banana!  Bad Juju!  A little history:  Why are Bananas Bad Luck on a boat, is an unusual nautical superstition that began in the 1700’s that is still persistent today. When trade ships sailing from the Caribbean & Spain started to disappear, bananas would be the only thing found floating amongst the wreckages. Seafarers believed the bananas had caused the ship to sink (I'm not taking any chances...).

We understand that things can happen and weather can be unpredictable.  

If you cancel: 

We will refund the full amount less any charges we incur from any processing of the payment if the trip is canceled by you within 4 hours of your scheduled departure.  Refunds for last minute cancelations or "No shows" will be at the discretion of Capt. Bob.

If WE cancel: If we cannot reschedule with you, we will refund fully your payment. 

Please see terms and conditions.

NC and the Coast Guard require all children younger than 13 to wear life jackets while underway .  These are offshore type and are required you cannot supply your own.  I have three (3) life jackets for children under 90 lbs.  I also have one (1) infant life jacket.  Of course, every soul counts towards the 6 passenger limit.

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Ready for a relaxing private intracoastal cruise, enjoy a fun day at sandbars and your favorite waterfront dining.

Are you looking for a perfect activity on the water in South Florida that is calm and relaxing? Our private intracoastal cruises are your perfect solution. For many, inshore fishing is not their “cup of tea.” But now, imagine viewing the majestic blue skies while cruising on a boat and enjoying your favorite drink. What a wonderful way to melt your frustrations! If this sounds good, you need to pick a day and get on the boat with Ocean Atlantic Charters !

Whether you prefer just slow cruising along the waterway, anchoring to swim at sandbars, or grabbing a bite to eat at amazing restaurants on the water, our intracoastal cruises will allow you to enjoy all the benefits of being on the water. There is no better way to enjoy this than by boat!

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Plenty of Activities When You Cruise the Intracoastal Waterways

There is so much you can see and do in South Florida while on the water. If you are looking for waterfront dining, we can recommend some of the best local places. These restaurants serve fresh seafood and the bars offer a fresh ocean breeze. Enjoy this scenery as you sip on a tropical cocktail while listening to live music. These are just some of the boating experiences you can expect on our intracoastal cruises.

Make new friends at a local sandbar. Enjoy the water by partying at the sandbar with other boaters or request a more secluded area away from a large gathering. Bring your snorkel gear to get a front row perspective to our local sea life underwater. We also have inflatable tubing activities as you are towed behind the boat at a fun speed.

Whether you’re on a vacation or a staycation, going out on a boat for the day will definitely provide the experience you’re looking for. At Ocean Atlantic Charters, there is something for everyone, with prices starting at $575.

We proudly offer day and night cruises, so whether you want to soak in the sun or watch the beautiful South Florida sunset you can choose!

Whether you are cruising for the first time or this is a regular indulgence, Ocean Atlantic Charters promises momentous adventures in the waters. Our captains are friendly and highly experienced. Intracoastal Cruise Charters start at $575. Contact us today for more information (561) 440-5565.

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Over 30 years... Ft. Lauderdale's Venice of America Tour 11am 1pm 3pm!

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CRUISING THE VENICE OF AMERICA DAILY 11am 1pm 3pm

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A FORT LAUDERDALE TRADITION FOR OVER 30 YEARS!

90 Minute Venice of America Tours  11am - 1pm - 3pm

Cruising 7 days a week

(PLEASE ARRIVE AT LEAST 30 MINUTES EARLY)

TICKETS: ADULT $29.95   +tax  Child $18.95 +tax Under 3 free

Private charters available 6pm - 9pm

Professional Narration on a great sound system!

Spectacular!  Venice of America + Historic New River 

 Billionaires Row + Mansions of the Rich and Famous 

Intracoastal Waterway + Super Yachts 

 Port Everglades + Ships and More! 

Why our guests say "It's just better on the Carrie B!"

Features that make the difference, largest at 115' comfort, air conditioned interior.

She's the biggest tour boat in Fort Lauderdale by 40 feet! You don't have to sit still. Feel free to move around and enjoy beautiful Fort Lauderdale!

Huge interior on the 1st deck with air conditioning. See the Venice of America in AC comfort or catch the breeze on the top deck shade or sun!

FULL BAR AND SNACKS

Relax and enjoy your favorite drinks at our full bar!  Plus freshly made popcorn, 1/4 lb. hot dogs, big pretzels, chips cookies and more!

SUN, SHADE OR AC!

On the Carrie B it's your choice! Plus you do not have to sit still, we encourage you to freely move around and enjoy our vessel!

HUGE UPPER DECK

For your enjoyment our giant upper deck offers shade or sun! It's your choice to sit, stand and move around as you like!

CLEAN RESTROOMS

Located on the 1st deck near the rear of the vessel you'll find a men's room and two ladies rooms for your convenience!

RELAXING, FUN AND BEAUTIFUL!

Carrie B Cruises.. showing the Venice of America for over 30 years!

PLEASE ARRIVE AT LEAST 30 MINUTES EARLY FOR PARKING!

Located downtown ft lauderdale 440 north new river drive east.

NOTE: FOLLOW RED OR YELLOW LINES TO PARK... BLUE LINES ARE WALKING BETWEEN CARRIE B DOCK AND PARKING GARAGES.

Type this GPS ADDRESS:  Carrie B Cruises 440 NORTH NEW RIVER DRIVE EAST

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33301

FROM FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH: GO WEST ON LAS OLAS BLVD (APPROX 2 MILES)

TURN LEFT (SOUTH) AT SE 5TH AVE BETWEEN LOBSTER BAR AND IT! ITALIAN

CARRIE B IS STRAIGHT AHEAD!

FROM I-95 EXIT BROWARD BLVD GO EAST (APPROX 1 & 3/4 MILES)

TURN RIGHT ON SE 3RD AVE LEFT ON LAS OLAS RIGHT (SOUTH) ON SE 5TH AVE

BETWEEN LOBSTER BAR AND IT! ITALIAN

PHONE: 954-768-9920

Our snack and full bar menu! (subject to change)

Located downtown ft. lauderdale.

JUST OFF LAS OLAS BLVD (TURN SOUTH ON SE 5TH AVE...  CARRIE B DOCK STRAIGHT AHEAD) + SEE MAP BELOW FOR PARKING DIRECTIONS +  THANK YOU!

Dock Phone 954-768-9920 (10am - 3pm)

Carrie B Cruises 440 North New River Drive East, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

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Riverfront Cruises

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Renee K.

“ We love the scenic views and relaxing 1 1/2 hour cruise along the New River and Intracoastal . ” in 2 reviews

Trisha P.

“ It was actually a cool tour, the guide was entertaining, there were drinks on board (yay!!) and it was just overall a fun afternoon . ” in 2 reviews

Robert M.

“ They have an indoor air conditioned deck, with bar and snack bar. ” in 2 reviews

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Looking to spice up your vacation with an exciting cruise down Fort Lauderdale's unforgettable waterways or to learn more about our beautiful city? Join us for one of our tours aboard Riverfront Cruises. Our tour is surprisingly affordable. If you want to discover things to do in Florida, this is definitely the place to go! Visit the Historic New River in Sunny Fort Lauderdale and see how the rich and famous live. This scenic adventure will be a memorable one-of-a-kind vacation experience for you, your family and friends. We look forward to having you cruise the calm waters of Fort Lauderdale's magnificent inland waterways with us in our state of the art, air conditioned safe and comfortable boat. Enjoy a snack and a drink from our full bar and soak up the sights of our tropical paradise! …

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I came across riverfront cruises while looking for a venue for my mom's celebration of life event. My point of Contact was Paula Redington, she manages a couple of places in the riverfront area and pitched the idea of this cruise based on my budget. She offered me 3 free tickets to experience the boat ride to decide if I wanted to book the cruise for an 1.5hr. The cruise is beautiful. It is a 90min boat tour along the waterways of Fort Lauderdale. The boat is two levels, the top level is open aired but shaded, the bottom has an indoor air conditioned area with snacks and beverages for purchase. I believe the boat can hold up to 110 people. There is one restroom on board (that is in need of an update) but it was working and decent. The day of the cruise I was told I could be on board earliest at 0900 to set up before my guests arrived. At 0900 most of the crew wasn't even there so I had to wait before boarding. We ended up getting on around 0930ish but this definitely set behind my schedule as my guests had to wait while the crew set up and we decorated. We were allowed to bring our own food and beverages which was a plus. Our crew members were Jason, dylan and Jose was the captain. Jason and Dylan were super helpful with the celebration and helping everything flow. The scenery was spectacular and I received so many compliments about how beautiful it was. I would recommend them for private events for sure.

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Don't pay any attention to the four-star reviews this is a joke... I set up through Groupon for a 10:00 a.m. tour at 9:45 they told me it was canceled so I waited for the noon tour then they show up with this barge with seats on it there were about a dozen of us not even sure if this was the boat... So we get on and then we see a couple of brochures that had the picture of the boat we thought we were going to get on... They gave us a couple of drinks and that was it... I realize you get what you pay for but the communication was poor the boat versus what's on the ad is false advertising.

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This is a good way to view the huge extravagant mansions. The boat comes around the same path so it doesn't matter whether you sit on the right or the left. The captain has a sense of humor. The tour is relaxing and enjoyable. Only complaint is that the price is high.

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So much fun! We took this 90 minute river cruise to get to see a portion of Ft. Lauderdale that we couldn't see by driving and it didn't disappoint. We bought our tickets, they took our picture as be boarded and off we went. Our guide was quite knowledgeable and informative and also funny. My son got to drive the boat too. It is a comfy set up, with a bar and for $20, you can get the picture, magnet and keychain. Not inexpensive at $24 per person, but it made for a nice and relaxing afternoon. The architecture of the homes bordering the river is varied and so interesting. Parking is super convenient right next door (We paid $4! What a bargain!). The boat was super clean and well maintained. The kids really enjoyed it too and they can be hard to please. I highly recommend!

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Steer far away! The boat for the day had broken down, yet they still let people book tickets online, only to spend money on transportation there and be greeted with "sorry everything's cancelled." No call. No email. Nothing notifying anyone of a cancellation until departure time. At least 5 parties all showed up and were faced with the same fake "sorry." There are tons of other options you should spend your money on, but do yourself a favor and dont come here.

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Beautiful relaxing boat ride along the river all the way out to the ocean, Featuring sightseeing of all of the yachts and mansions along the way. With all the construction going on near the riverfront this was a little difficult to get to the boat but definitely worth it

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We were told about his cruise by some friends, who took it last month. The attendant at the ticket booth was not very friendly....seemed like she was just in a bad mood. Ask for AAA discount or get a discount in one of the tourism magazines (one per person).. If you want to charge your purchase, they will charge you $2.50 per credit card transaction...kind of steep !! The cruise itself was nice...they took us around the river all the way down to the Intracoastal, passing by homes of famous people like Sonny and Cher, and many more...sports and business legends. The guy who did the narration was not as talkative as the one that my friends'...but still it was nice and beautiful. Great way to spend 1.5 hours in Ft Lauderdale.

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Thank you very much for your review, Robert! We take any and all critiques very serious so we can ensure that our cruise fits the needs of everyone. We will be looking into some of the things you've talked about. Thank you again and we hope to see you aboard soon!

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What a relaxing afternoon. We loved being out on the water and seeing how the other half lives. The yachts were amazing too. Captain Mike spoke clearly and described perfectly the houses and/or boats he was talking about. This was a spur of the moment trip and we all loved it!

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Terrible. The boat pictured on the website is not the boat we were on. Not even close. The price was still the same though. Also, the website specifically said there is a bathroom on board. That's a lie. The captain and Rhonda were excellent though, which is the only reason I didn't give it one star. Both were very friendly and funny.

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I bought $156 worth of tickets for the May 15th cruise with RiverFront Cruises through groupon. At 2pm on the 15th I get a phone call from River Front Cruises telling me they had to cancel the 5pm cruise that we were scheduled to go on due to high winds...it was not windy where I was but anyway. Instead on rescheduling a cruise I asked for a refund. I have yet to see any money from them (or groupon). I have left several messages and have not gotten a call back. I would love to get something for my money...hopefully someone from RiverFront will see this and contact me

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How to find the right boat?

There are plenty of boats and selecting the right one might be challenging. The size of the boat should be your main criteria.

Plenty of small boats cruise the Moskva River, and the most vivid one is this yellow Lay’s-branded boat. Everyone who has ever visited Moscow probably has seen it.

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This option might leave a passenger disembarking partially deaf as the merciless Russian pop music blasts onboard. A free spirit, however, will find partying on such a vessel to be an unforgettable and authentic experience that’s almost a metaphor for life in modern Russia: too loud, and sometimes too welcoming. Tickets start at $13 (800 rubles) per person.

Bigger boats offer smoother sailing and tend to attract foreign visitors because of their distinct Soviet aura. Indeed, many of the older vessels must have seen better days. They are still afloat, however, and getting aboard is a unique ‘cultural’ experience. Sometimes the crew might offer lunch or dinner to passengers, but this option must be purchased with the ticket. Here is one such  option  offering dinner for $24 (1,490 rubles).

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If you want to travel in style, consider Flotilla Radisson. These large, modern vessels are quite posh, with a cozy restaurant and an attentive crew at your service. Even though the selection of wines and food is modest, these vessels are still much better than other boats.

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Surprisingly, the luxurious boats are priced rather modestly, and a single ticket goes for $17-$32 (1,100-2,000 rubles); also expect a reasonable restaurant bill on top.

How to buy tickets?

Women holding photos of ships promise huge discounts to “the young and beautiful,” and give personal invitations for river tours. They sound and look nice, but there’s a small catch: their ticket prices are usually more than those purchased online.

“We bought tickets from street hawkers for 900 rubles each, only to later discover that the other passengers bought their tickets twice as cheap!”  wrote  (in Russian) a disappointed Rostislav on a travel company website.

Nevertheless, buying from street hawkers has one considerable advantage: they personally escort you to the vessel so that you don’t waste time looking for the boat on your own.

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Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.

Flotilla Radisson has official ticket offices at Gorky Park and Hotel Ukraine, but they’re often sold out.

Buying online is an option that might save some cash. Websites such as  this   offer considerable discounts for tickets sold online. On a busy Friday night an online purchase might be the only chance to get a ticket on a Flotilla Radisson boat.

This  website  (in Russian) offers multiple options for short river cruises in and around the city center, including offbeat options such as ‘disco cruises’ and ‘children cruises.’ This other  website  sells tickets online, but doesn’t have an English version. The interface is intuitive, however.

Buying tickets online has its bad points, however. The most common is confusing which pier you should go to and missing your river tour.

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“I once bought tickets online to save with the discount that the website offered,” said Igor Shvarkin from Moscow. “The pier was initially marked as ‘Park Kultury,’ but when I arrived it wasn’t easy to find my boat because there were too many there. My guests had to walk a considerable distance before I finally found the vessel that accepted my tickets purchased online,” said the man.

There are two main boarding piers in the city center:  Hotel Ukraine  and  Park Kultury . Always take note of your particular berth when buying tickets online.

Where to sit onboard?

Even on a warm day, the headwind might be chilly for passengers on deck. Make sure you have warm clothes, or that the crew has blankets ready upon request.

The glass-encased hold makes the tour much more comfortable, but not at the expense of having an enjoyable experience.

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Getting off the boat requires preparation as well. Ideally, you should be able to disembark on any pier along the way. In reality, passengers never know where the boat’s captain will make the next stop. Street hawkers often tell passengers in advance where they’ll be able to disembark. If you buy tickets online then you’ll have to research it yourself.

There’s a chance that the captain won’t make any stops at all and will take you back to where the tour began, which is the case with Flotilla Radisson. The safest option is to automatically expect that you’ll return to the pier where you started.

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Equipped with ice-breaking technology, these huge fancy yachts are the only river cruisers running all year around. The round trip journey takes two and a half hours and floats past all the big sights like the White House, Novodevichy monastery and the Kremlin. There’s a large open air observation deck up top, while the main body of the ship houses a restaurant with a dance floor for a romantic post dinner dance. For a particularly romantic experience take one of the evening boats and admire the bright lights of the city skyline at night.

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Your English-speaking guide is eager to share every bit of their knowledge about the surrounding landscape, the architecture and historical details.

We conduct Moscow river tour on Radisson Flotilla boats all year around!  It’s warm inside during winter months, while there’s air conditioning during hot summer days. You may also treat yourself to drinks, lunch or dinner on board (drinks and food are not included in tour price).

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