NEW YORK BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Candlelit Yacht, Hot Cocoa, and the Twinkling Manhattan Skyline — A Holiday Night on the Harbor
A 1.5-hour, candlelit cruise aboard a classic yacht serving house-made cocoa and gourmet cookies while circling New York Harbor and passing iconic landmarks.
Candlelit Yacht, Hot Cocoa, and the Twinkling Manhattan Skyline — A Holiday Night on the Harbor.
Board a classic yacht for a 1.5-hour holiday evening cruise through New York Harbor: a cozy, glassed-in observatory, candlelight and holiday decor, house-made cocoa and a gourmet cookie, and the skyline’s lights passing by as classic holiday tunes play — an intimate, romantic seasonal outing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island
Glide past two of the harbor’s most historic sites — the Statue of Liberty and nearby Ellis Island — framed against the city’s nighttime skyline.
Battery Park, South Street Seaport & the Financial District
The route showcases the glittering edges of Lower Manhattan: Battery Park, the South Street Seaport waterfront and the Financial District’s lit towers.
Governors Island Vistas
The cruise takes in Governors Island’s darkened shoreline and the shifting panorama of harbor lights — ideal for quiet conversation and seasonal ambiance.
What the day feels like
What the cruise feels like
You spend 90 minutes aboard a classic, glassed-in yacht wrapped in holiday decor and candlelight, sipping house-made cocoa and nibbling a gourmet cookie as the captain eases through NY Harbor. Classic holiday tunes set a low, familiar soundtrack while the Manhattan skyline and the harbor’s landmarks slide past outside the glass.
THE LANDMARKS
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island
Glide past two of the harbor’s most historic sites — the Statue of Liberty and nearby Ellis Island — framed against the city’s nighttime skyline.
THE NEIGHBORHOODS
Battery Park, South Street Seaport & the Financial District
The route showcases the glittering edges of Lower Manhattan: Battery Park, the South Street Seaport waterfront and the Financial District’s lit towers.
THE VIEW
Governors Island Vistas
The cruise takes in Governors Island’s darkened shoreline and the shifting panorama of harbor lights — ideal for quiet conversation and seasonal ambiance.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this evening cruise suits — and who might look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The excursion lasts 1.5 hours; plan for an evening departure and allow time for boarding at the pier.
Departure is at Chelsea Piers (Pier 62) in Manhattan; arrive early to complete boarding formalities.
Dress for cool harbor evenings; bring a warm layer as temperatures on the water can feel colder than onshore.
Advance purchase is strongly encouraged; see the operator’s general FAQs for ticketing and excursion policies.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the New York City Lights Holiday Cocoa Cruise?
The cruise duration is 1.5 hours.
Where do I meet the boat for boarding?
The meeting location is Chelsea Piers (Pier 62) in Manhattan, NY.
Are refreshments provided onboard?
Yes — the cruise includes house-made cocoa and a gourmet holiday cookie.
What sights will we see on the cruise?
Typical highlights include Battery Park, South Street Seaport, the Financial District, Governors Island, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
Where can I find more detailed policies or other questions about excursions?
Refer to the operator’s general FAQs page for more information about tickets, policies and other excursions.