New York City Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise
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New York City Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise
By Classic Harbor Line
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The days before Christmas are usually spent getting into the holiday spirit but many activities are packed with people, making it not so cheery. Escape the crowds on this holiday cruise in New York City, and enjoy the sights of NYC from the water while listening to fun and festive holiday songs. Homemade cookies and a complimentary drink are also included to make your time merry and bright.
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Ages 0-99, max of 80 per group
Duration: 1h 30m
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
- Sing along to holiday carols on this holiday cruise in New York City
- See NYC sights from a boat decked out in holiday decorations
- Enjoy a spiked hot cocoa and assortment of holiday cookies
- Entertainment provided by a live jazz band while onboard
- An assortment of holiday cookies
- One complimentary drink is included
What's not included- Gratuity (recommended for the Captain and crew)
- Additional beverages are available for purchase by credit card only
- Meet for this New York City holiday cruise at Pier 62 of the Chelsea Piers Complex in Manhattan After you check in, board your holiday-themed boat and find a seat. If the cruise is more than halfway full, there will be assigned seating. While onboard, your cruise ticket gives you access to a holiday cookie assortment and one drink of spiked hot coca from the bar. Additional drinks are at your own expense by credit card. As you cruise around the city, take in views of NYC attractions, such as Battery Park and the Statue of Liberty. Listen to the live jazz band or sing along to holiday carols. Your NYC cruise ends back at the pier.
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- Classic Harbor Line, 62 Chelsea Piers Pier 62, New York, NY 10011, USAThe 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:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6288P14- Most travellers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Each person planning to attend needs a ticket regardless of age
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Plan to arrive 15-30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time to check-in at the ticket booth for your boarding passes
- Bring a valid photo ID for check-in
- Only animals that perform a manual task to assist a person are permitted aboard. Emotional support animals and pets are not permitted
- Please coordinate with the operator in advance if assistance is required for boarding or if you have any questions about general accessibility. Accessibility varies by boat
- When purchasing tickets, please advise us right away if you are buying tickets separately from others in your group so that we can seat you together
- Large group bookings are not permitted. Multiple bookings are subject to added fees or cancellation by operator
- Hosted aboard Yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II for the 2024 holiday season
- Elegant tables assigned in the heated salon. Tables may be shared with a clear partition divider depending on party size.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travellers
- All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6288P14
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- 62 Chelsea Piers Pier 62, New York, NY 10011, USAThe 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.
- Pass byOne World ObservatoryEllis IslandStatue of Liberty
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- acatherines0 contributionsUnexpected SurpriseThis excursion was our favorite of the weekend. The yacht ride was relaxing, fun and so educational. The architect guide was so knowledgeable and interesting. He was both very smart and funny. Passing by Ststue of Liberty gives a great photo opportunity. The food and drink available was a perfect addition to complete the tour. I would highly recommend this tour.Written 11 February 2025
- MrsBB02230 contributionsAmazing CruiseEverything about this tour was incredible. The boat was beautiful, the views were out of this world, and the crew went above and beyond. The service was impeccable and they even brought me a Happy Birthday brownie, that was so good! The drinks were also great and the photos we were able to get all around NYC were amazing! I cannot recommend the sunset yacht cruise enough!Written 10 February 2025
- Charlotte S0 contributionsHighly recommended architecture boat trip around the island of ManhattanExcellent!! Highly recommend. An almost 3 hours circumnavigation of the island of Manhattan by boat. Doug was a great guide, extremely knowledgeable about the architecture and history. He happily answered questions and engaged with the audience. We learned so much and saw the city from a new perspective.Written 10 February 2025
- Tracy S0 contributionsAwesome experienceAwesome experience.. the boat was very comfy and the staff was amazing. Loved the tour.. very interesting and worth every penny.Written 9 February 2025
- 189fliss0 contributionsGreat Boat TourMy daughter’s 21st birthday. This boat tour was fantastic! Really lovely staff, so friendly from checking in to the guys on the boat. Would definitely recommend!! Lovely and warm inside and hot great pictures.Written 21 January 2025
- mattz7830 contributionsPull the triggerGreat cruise. Crew was friendly and helpful. Didn't feel super touristy. Boat wasn't over-crowded. Captain didn't over-do it with the narration. Plenty of time idling at Liberty Island for photos and just to take it in. All this and one hell of a Bloody Mary. A very relaxing experience.Written 20 January 2025
- emily m0 contributionsA must to do trip to learn something about NYC architecture from the water!! So knowledgeable and interesting!!When I asked my daughter what her favourite activity was in New York it was this!! So interesting, professional and enjoyable from start to finish.Written 19 January 2025
- Lilian D0 contributionsVery understandable company !!I was not able to go on the cruise because my husband was sick. TripAdvisor took care of everything in a timely manner. I was able to get a refund! Very trustworthy company!Written 13 January 2025
- skooljm0 contributionsENJOYing our 50th in NYC!A very quiet tour today, frigid, cold temperatures outside.... but, what a comfortable ride! Our tour guide, being a NY native, was informative and truly a valuable source of information. His stories 'of long ago' contributed to the sense what a priceless treasure the Manhattan skyline entails. So very knowledgeable and experienced. Our tour date was Jan. 10th, 2025. 10am.Written 12 January 2025
- Maps015299968090 contributionsFabulous!Fabulous tour on a cold crisp morning. Doug - the AIANY - educator was fabulous and spoke for nearly 3 hrs; answered loads of questions about the architecture and history of the skyscrape and area. He really brought the tour to life. Seeing the Manhattan skyline from this perspective was fabulous. So relaxing. The boat is beautiful and the captain and crew were really professional and all the team had a lovely warm aura about them. I cannot recommend this more! It was fabulous.Written 8 January 2025
- mdudley20140 contributionsArchitecture cruiseGreat activity for our group!! I would definitely recommend the cruise. It was well done and the guides were very knowledgeable and interesting.Written 4 January 2025
- williambE8420IL0 contributionsMemorable NYC ExperienceWe had a wonderful time on our cruise! The boat was beautiful and very festive!! The staff and onboard entertainers were excellent!! Very friendly and helpful! Would definitely recommend this tour and hope to be back again.Written 30 December 2024
- Barbara A0 contributionsHarbor cruise pier 62The staff was superb. The food was fresh and delicious. Our family had a great time sightseeing on the river we thought this was a best kept secret in New YorkWritten 27 December 2024
- 940emilyf0 contributionsAmazing views and great vibes. Would 200% recommendVery nice and great views. Would recommend to everyone of all ages. Loved the food and very fun vibes. We really enjoyed this cruise.Written 24 December 2024
- 641rexl0 contributionsAfternoon holiday cruiseExcellent afternoon of carols, cocoa, and looking at the NY buildings. We also were able to get a great view of the Statue of Liberty! The band and servers were great!Written 22 December 2024
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Justin K
Tennessee9 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
We did the cocoa and carols holiday cruise a few days before Christmas-- highly recommended, literally one of the best things we did while in NYC. The boat loaded promptly on time as described, assigned seating was effortless and we were on our way. We selected a 4pm cruise this time of year and it was a great way to see the skyline both before and after sunset.
The cruise staff were all very friendly, provided great table service and offered to take our photos while on board. The cheese tray was delicious, as was the spiked hot cocoa. The cruise paused at dusk for some amazing views of the Statue of Liberty before making our way back to the pier. The on-board band was great and made for a wonderful holiday experience. Would do this again!
The cruise staff were all very friendly, provided great table service and offered to take our photos while on board. The cheese tray was delicious, as was the spiked hot cocoa. The cruise paused at dusk for some amazing views of the Statue of Liberty before making our way back to the pier. The on-board band was great and made for a wonderful holiday experience. Would do this again!
Written 23 December 2023
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Hello,
Thank you for booking a Cocoa and Carols cruise with us and taking some time to leave a lovely review. We are delighted to hear that it was one of the best parts of your trip to NYC and that there were many aspects from the food and drinks to the service and live band that stood out for you. We hope to see you again on your next visit as we offer many unique cruises throughout the year!
Warmly,
Classic Harbor Line
Written 28 December 2023
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Justine P
6 contributions
My sister and I booked this and loved every minute of it! The band was FANTASTIC and the decor on board really helped create the perfect Christmas atmosphere. The coco we opted to get had an elevated cinnamon twist and the cookie plate was reminiscent of raiding grandmas kitchen around the holidays. I’d highly recommend this for anyone looking to make the most of the holiday season as it’s a great way to sight see some of NYCs most iconic sights with 10/10 Christmas vibes.
Written 17 December 2024
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Kirsty_Ruby
Stirling, UK18 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
This cruise was one of the highlights of our trip. I would definitely recommend sailing at night as the views of the skyline and the Statue of Liberty lit up are amazing and you can go in and out of the boat as you please (although it was freezing outside). The band were great and got everyone into the Christmas spirit. Good selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and cocktails if you want to pay for more than the complimentary drink you get with your ticket. Seating was very organised and socially distanced. Great way to spend an evening in New York.
Written 30 December 2021
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Aide M
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Dec 2024 • Friends
Extremely deceiving when we got there, all the tables had partitions and some were even divided to 1/3. They tried to sit us for in a 1/3 of a table with two plates with four cookies and two chocolates on it. One of our friends was not even able to sit at the table as he had no room. The blonde lady on the ball was extremely rude and condescending embarrassed us in front of everybody by telling us that they did the best they can do as they overbooked the cruise to 70 people. Excuse me? We paid over $500 for this and this is the kind of customer service we get. Then Andrew came, and when we told him that if this was the seating arrangement, then we would rather get a refund he told us that that was what we better do because there was not gonna be any other seating arrangement at this time. We then went to get a refund from Tim he apologized, but didn’t offer anything to make the situation better we were here on vacation from out of town spent over $500 and $80 on an Uber to get there. We booked this months in advance, and we’re excited about the tour .He didn’t make the effort to try to compensate us and that is very disappointing. But it turned out for the best. We had dinner at an amazing Italian restaurant instead with our money don’t recommend take your money elsewhere!
This is what you get for over $500 for a party of four a plate with four cookies two chocolates and a piece of a table corner look at the partitions in the picture.
This is what you get for over $500 for a party of four a plate with four cookies two chocolates and a piece of a table corner look at the partitions in the picture.
Written 9 December 2024
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Aide, thank you for booking a cruise with us and taking some time to leave a review. We are sorry to hear that you were disappointed by the table arrangements and did not get to experience our cruise as a result. We do use divided tables to avoid sending the boat out only half full, but we spend time before each trip in an attempt to make the most logical seating arrangement given the various group sizes that have booked and other factors. Your departure was nearly full, but it was not overbooked. We do apologize if we could have initially handled the conversation in a better way, and we will use this opportunity to continue to work on improving this aspect of our customer service that we strive to provide to the very best of our ability and in which we take great pride. We are glad that you were able to have a nice evening despite not joining the cruise, and we hope the rest of your trip was a success. - Classic Harbor Line
Written 12 December 2024
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Paul W
Glasgow, UK48 contributions
Dec 2023 • Friends
We were on the 4pm trip which allowed us to see Manhattan as the sun was setting and on the return journey seeing the night time setting.
The trip was well organised from the friendly welcome to the setting arrangements.
Welcome drinks, snacks and live Christmas music were all included in the price.
Great views of Manhattan, New Jersey, Statue of Liberty and the Brooklyn Bridge among others.
Would recommend that you add this to your itinerary.
The trip was well organised from the friendly welcome to the setting arrangements.
Welcome drinks, snacks and live Christmas music were all included in the price.
Great views of Manhattan, New Jersey, Statue of Liberty and the Brooklyn Bridge among others.
Would recommend that you add this to your itinerary.
Written 17 December 2023
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Hello,
Thank you for booking a Cocoa and Carols cruise with us and taking some time to leave a review. It is wonderful to hear that you enjoyed everything from the atmosphere to the food and drinks to the views. We appreciate the recommendation and hope you will consider joining us again in NYC or at our other locations in Boston, Newport, and Key West!
Warmly,
Classic Harbor Line
Written 18 December 2023
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Iz11
United Kingdom38 contributions
Dec 2022
I have booked the Sunset & Holiday Cocoa cruise for my family to celebrate my child's first birthday.
This included 6 tickets, a bottle of Champagne and a cheese board. Unfortunately my child got Covid and we had to take her to the hospital that day, so we couldn't take part in the cruise. I called and sent several emails on the day and the days after. I had no response. One week later I finally managed to get hold of a representative who told me they don't refund and don't care what happened, all they can offer is a 50% voucher if we ever want to book tickets again.
Very bad customer service and company. They are clearly just trying to make a profit not caring about their customers at all. They didn't even offer us to move the booking to another day in the future or at LEAST refund the Champagne we didn't drink and they can sell to someone else.
I will certainly never book them again, and I share my experience with all of our guests so they won't book them either. And we regularly have visitors from overseas.
This included 6 tickets, a bottle of Champagne and a cheese board. Unfortunately my child got Covid and we had to take her to the hospital that day, so we couldn't take part in the cruise. I called and sent several emails on the day and the days after. I had no response. One week later I finally managed to get hold of a representative who told me they don't refund and don't care what happened, all they can offer is a 50% voucher if we ever want to book tickets again.
Very bad customer service and company. They are clearly just trying to make a profit not caring about their customers at all. They didn't even offer us to move the booking to another day in the future or at LEAST refund the Champagne we didn't drink and they can sell to someone else.
I will certainly never book them again, and I share my experience with all of our guests so they won't book them either. And we regularly have visitors from overseas.
Written 16 December 2022
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Hello,
We are sorry to hear about your expereince. We thank you for taking the time to let us know about it, as we highly value our customers' feedback. Our standard policy does not allow for cancellations within 24 hours of your scheduled departure, however, as a courtesy, we do offer 50% the value of your booking in credit towards a future cruise in the event something comes up, as it did with yourself. We can see in the notes of your booking that this was offered to you and do hope that you will join us in the future.
Warmly,
Classic Harbor Line
Written 21 December 2022
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alysonfrancis7
Greenock, UK11 contributions
Dec 2021
Booked for the “cocoa & carols” on the 15th Dec as we love a good old Christmas carol and have previously enjoyed cruising the Hudson & witnessing the stunning city lights at night. We payed £95 and were expecting a Merry atmosphere on board …. it was not to be. The band were a group of 4, sax, drummer, keyboard player & singer ( past captain ). Very Jazz type of music and for us not enough of the expected/ advertised Xmas carols, although the musicians were entertaining the singer/ captain had very little festive cheer. Think we witnessed Lady Liberty moving more! Only hope his sailing skills were better than his singing skills! One complimentary drink each and a saucer containing 2 biscuits, 2 small candy canes and 1 Ferrero Rocher ! Yes just the 1 . We gave it 1 star for sailing past Statue of Liberty and another star for the boat itself which was very comfortable and decked out in Xmas cheer. If you are looking for an evening of Christmas carols to put you in the festive mood then we would not recommend this. Not value for money.
Written 20 December 2021
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Christopher N
1 contribution
Dec 2022 • Family
Full disclosed: We arrived late and were not able to be accommodated with a reschedule or refund. I understand this and am not disputing that. My complaint is on the service. The ‘kids’ doing the check in when we arrived and asked if there were any options were rude to us, ignored us, and were busy playing to jump and wrestle with each other than acknowledging us. They discounted us and made us feel insignificant - like we weren’t even standing there- nor did they care. For $400 for a family of four, they didn’t give us 60 seconds of their time.
Written 18 December 2022
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Goodness, we are so sorry to hear that your cruise was not perfect and joyful! Thank you so much for taking the time to give us details on your experience. We highly value your feedback and always use our guest impressions to help improve or correct our service.
Warmly,
Classic Harbor Line
Written 21 December 2022
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NSC
1 contribution
Dec 2022
This was the favourite part of my trip to NYC. Such a Christmassy and festive feeling, the musicians played jazz versions of Christmas carols and songs. The views were spectacular, something you wouldn't be able to see on your day to day walking in NYC. I would 100% recommend this trip. The only thing I would say is if you are sat in the middle tables and not one but the windows, you really do miss out on the beautiful skyline at night unless you go out on deck to see. This would be fine in summer but when we went and in the winter with the wind, it was bitterly cold so you wouldn't want to spend more than 2 minutes outside even when all wrapped up!! Definitely try and book to get a seat with a view
Written 27 January 2023
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Hello,
Thank you for taking a few minutes to leave us a rating and a review. We are so glad that you were able to feel immersed in a festive atmosphere during your trip, and we appreciate your advice about the seating options. We do hope you will join us again for some of our other tours throughout the year so you can experience the open air views on a warm day, as well.
Warmly,
Classic Harbor Line
Written 30 January 2023
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carolyn l
1 contribution
Dec 2023 • Family
Had very high hopes for this cruise. Very disappointing. Couldn’t hear the music hardly at all. They took a LONG break, when the cruise was only 1.5 hours long. If it’s a Christmas Carol Cruise, they should be singing the whole time and we should be able to hear it. I would have recommend spending your money on this cruise.
Written 2 December 2023
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Hello Carolyn,
Thank you for taking some time to provide feedback on our cruise. We are sorry to hear that the experience was not up to your expectations. We have checked in with our bands and provided updated guidance to make sure that there is festive music for the desired portion of the cruise, and we are making improvements to optimize the acoustics aboard the vessel. We strive to provide a great experience for all of our guests, and we will use your valued input to get closer to that goal. If you would like to further discuss any issues you had on your cruise, please feel free to reach out to us directly at caleb@classicharborline.com.
Warmly,
Classic Harbor Line
Written 5 December 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
We want to be able to sit alone? If there isn't pre-assigned seats can you easily find a table for two that won't have to share with others?
Written 15 September 2022
Hi, what will be accepted as proof of the covid vaccination?
We are looking to book for December 2021 but we will be coming from England. We do have an NHS app that shows our proof of being fully vaccinated, will this be accepted?
Thanks,
Ellie
Written 3 November 2021
Will it be easy to get a cab after the cruise docks around 6.30pm? Thanks
Written 28 November 2019
What is the best time of day to book a cruise where you can see a little bit before the sun sets, and then also see the city all lit up when it's dark?
Written 27 October 2018
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