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American Rover Sailing Cruises

333 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA 23510
757-627-7245
Ranked #2 of 9 tours in Norfolk
4.5 of 5 stars 22 Reviews
Type: Tours, Ships
Owner description: Set Sail with the friendly and experienced crew of this 150 passenger Sailing Schooner. Offering Daytime and Sunset harbor cruises under sail on the...... more » Owner description: Set Sail with the friendly and experienced crew of this 150 passenger Sailing Schooner. Offering Daytime and Sunset harbor cruises under sail on the smooth waters of the Elizabeth River and the Port of Virginia. Help hoist the sails, take a turn at the helm, or just relax as the captain points out the sights of the historic Norfolk Harbor. Sunset cruises feature live entertainment. This elegant ship with her distinctive red sails is Coast Guard inspected for safety. Comfortable seating is available on the shaded upper deck and in our air-conditioned below deck area with ship store, bar and rest rooms. Popular for families, weddings, field trips, group outings and company parties since 1986. Cruises depart April thru October from Waterside Marina in Downtown Norfolk. 1 ½ Hour Harbor Cruise (Adults $18, Children $10): 11:30 a.m. (Wed-Sat Summer Only) and 3 p.m. (Daily, except Mondays in Spring and Fall) 2 Hour Sunset Cruise ($25 Adults, $15 Children) Call for availability. 6:30pm Spring, 7pm Summer, 6pm Fall. 1 ½ Hour Moonlight Party Cruise ($12 Adults Only). Call for availability. « less
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SE Virginia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012
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The Rover under sail is a magical way to tour the Norfolk Harbor. Bring a nice picnic and see the waterfront from the water side. Coal piers, Navy ships, container ships being loaded go along with the views of lovely homes and condos, pleasure craft and barges. It's a working river and you see that on this cruise. More

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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012
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Great relaxation- worth the time and $. You can book the cruise for a group or just go as an individual. Food and beverages onboard. More

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Woodstock, GA
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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Very professional crew. Immaculate vessel and very nice crew. Well stocked store and great drinks. Really a very nice way to wind down the day, More

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Little River, South Carolina
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012
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Did the naval base cruise - really informative and a good overall experience More

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Norfolk, VA
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012
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This is a nice cruise around Norfolk's waterways and we did this as a sunset cruise. No food, but beverages were for purchase so it was nice. We bought a coupon/Groupon for a nice deal and enjoyed the cruise and we live in the area. More

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Va Beach, VA
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2012

great tour of the harbor and the ships team are all very personable, but pack a picnic. The ship is available for prIvate parties and it makes an excellent venue with catering and bar service planned I would rate expereince as excellent More

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Norfolk, Virginia
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012
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Won a great trip on here along with Clark Howard. Nice cruise, good food, Clark Howard, KILLER sunset...very nice More

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toronto
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2011

Staff running ship were very knowledgeable and entertaining. We took the eveing cruise and while there was not a great of wind, we experienced a very nice cruise. Wife helped raise the sails and were lucky enough to see lots of wildlife. More

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Valrico, Florida
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 September 2011

This was our first trip to Norfolk. I had to call 3 times for directions because the girl who kept answering the phone was not specific. So, if you do not know Norfolk and are coming into town on Monticello, find waterside and Atlantic and park in the parking garage and walk over across the street. The captain and staff... More

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Laurel, Maryland
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2011
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We took the sunset cruise on American rover. We celebrated my son's 1st birthday party. Tom and his crew were very accomodating. Party went great. Every guest was impressed with my choice. All crew were friendly. The ride itself was soothing. Just go, sit on the boat. Don't say a word as the boat just...sails in the air. I got... More

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