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Apostle Islands Cruise Service

City Dock, P.O. Box 691, Bayfield, WI 54814
800 323-7619
Ranked #5 of 6 tours in Bayfield
3.0 of 5 stars 22 Reviews
Type: Tours
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Big Bend, Wisconsin
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

We went on the morning Grand tour(3 hrs 15 mins) was a very nice warm day on land but was cool on the lake(due to water temp). We were not able to sit upstairs but it worked out better as we sat next to an open window. We were warmer, out of the direct sun and saw just as much,... More

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Hurley, Wisconsin
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39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2011
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The seats are a bit hard, bring a seat to sit on... More

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Watertown, WI
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37 reviews 37 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2011
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We went on the "Grand" tour for our anniversary, as we have never been up to the Bayfield area. We did make reservations about a month in advance ( Recommended ). We got there a hour early, checked in then figured we had time for a little sight seeing before we went to the dock. We got back to the... More

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Saint Paul, Minnesota
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27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 October 2011
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We took the 3 hour island tour. Because we did not have reservations, we had to sit inside on the lower level. This is not ideal so would strongly recommend that you make reservations for the upper outside level. The cost is the same but the views are so much more restrictive on the lower level. If you do sit... More

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Davidsonville, Maryland
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 September 2011
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I would rate the views 4 stars. But the attitude of the lady running the counter was got a one star. Not friendly, seemed like we were bothering her when we asked questions. (No there was not a line of people waiting). The layout and rules of the boat 2 stars. Here is what you need to be aware of:... More

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Minnesota
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Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 September 2011
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Ok people, the deal with travel is to make plans and give yourself enough time to get to things. I wonder if the reviwers who said they arrived late or didn't have reservations have ever flown commercial. I emailed them in advance, made reservations for the top deck, arrived early for boarding, and everything went very smoothly. Anyway, we enjoyed... More

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Wisconsin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2011
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We enjoyed this tour. It was expensive, but there were 7 of us. Great scenery, great weather, great way to spend a couple of hours on the Lake. Snacks and beverages were available for purchase on the boat, and the prices were amazingly low. More

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Pinconning, Michigan
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2011
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My dad and I were really interested in seeing all of the islands, along with the sea caves. We arrived an hour before departure, and they were sold out. The very nice front desk woman suggested we take Raspberry Island lighthouse tour instead. I was hoping that we would see some other interesting features of the island, but, alas, you... More

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Bemidji, Minnesota
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Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 September 2011
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We traveled over from Duluth for the day. We had reviewed the program months before, and ever e-mailed them about details, due to our distance away. Upon arrival (one hour early), we were told we didn't have RESERVATIONS. Reservations? Where does is say that? Of course, they couldn't answer that question. They put us (4 people) on a "waiting list",... More

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Mankato, Minnesota
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2011
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My husband and I and another couple were spending 5 days on Madeline Island. We took the ferry into Bayfield for a day of relaxing fun. Of course, we thought a cruise of all the islands was a must. This cruise service has a monopoly in the area except for some sail cruises for 4-6 people. The sailing cruises can... More

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