Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise
4 HOURS
PIER 83, MIDTOWN
Cruise up the Hudson River on New York's floating Oktoberfest! Enjoy live music, fall foliage & brews on a fun-filled 4-hour day trip.
- German-themed food
- Beer
- Live music
- Outdoor Deck Space
Cruises starting Monday, December 30
Fall in love with the Hudson on our 4hr Fall Foliage Cruise!
Take a forty-mile cruise up the Hudson River near Hook Mountain for the ultimate leaf peeping adventure, all while enjoying autumnal sights in an Oktoberfest-themed experience. Enjoy German feast plates, Oktoberfest beers and live entertainment from our band and world-renowned tour guide, all on our expansive outdoor decks with panoramic views along the way.
This cruise will solely set sail on the river and will not dock at any of the Hudson River Valley towns.
Gorgeous Views Unlike Any Other!
Our huge, outdoor decks are perfect for getting some fall sun, fresh air and 360-degree views.
The Hudson River Cruise goes under two of the most impressive bridges in New York State, the mighty George Washington Bridge and the modern Mario Cuomo Bridge, aka Tappan Zee Bridge. We'll reach as north as Hook Mountain, which rises to nearly 800 feet straight up from the Hudson River with sheer cliffs, covered in bright autumn foliage, surrounded by ravens, hawks, ospreys and the occasional Bald Eagle before turning back to Pier 83.
Scenic River Journey
CRUISE ROUTE
Fall Foliage Day Cruise
Departing Pier 83, you'll pass under the George Washington Bridge, marvel at the majestic Palisades and the modern Cuomo Bridge, continuing up the Hudson to Hook Mt
Mario Cuomo Bridge
This dual-span twin bridge was completed in 2018 at a cost of nearly $4 billion connecting Westchester and Rockland counties.
Hudson River Palisades
The Palisades are a line of steep cliffs rising up from the Hudson River to about 540 feet.
Cloisters
This museum is in Fort Tryon Park in northern Manhattan. Pieces were brought over from Europe and it was completed in 1939.
GW Bridge
The world’s busiest suspension bridge spans the Hudson River and carries over 103 million vehicles per year.
Hook Mountain State Park
This mountain rises 689 feet up from the Hudson River. It was known as Verdrietige Hook, "Tedious Point", to Dutch settlers.
Schnitzel, Bratwursts & Bier, Oh My!!
Enjoy a taste of Oktoberfest with a selection of premium German and New York brands on this exclusive cruise.
Oktoberfest Snack Additions:
- Prop & Peller Bavarian Pretzels
- Schaller & Weber Bratwurst
- Apple Cider Donuts
Oktoberfest Feast Plates (Choice of 1 Main)
- Schaller & Weber Traditional or Chicken Bratwursts
- Vegan Sausage with Mustard Gravy (Vegetarian)
- Pork Schnitzels with Mushroom Gravy
All Sides Included:
German Potato Salad (Vegetarian), Beet Salad (Vegan), Red Cabbage, Sauerkraut
Oktoberfest & Fall Beverages
- Warsteiner Premium German Pilsner
- Warsteiner Special Edition Oktoberfest
- Warsteiner König Ludwig
- Spaten Oktoberfest
- Samuel Adams Octoberfest
- Bluepoint Pumpkin Ale
- Montauk Pumpkin Ale
- Stone Fruit German Riesling
- Angry Orchard Hard Ciders
- Minard Hot Apple Cider
- Minard Apple Cider Mimosas
(Standard concessions items are also available)
Download our Oktoberfest menu!
If you have questions or concerns regarding food allergies or religious exemptions, please contact our call center. These inquiries will be forwarded to our team for review, and we will handle any necessary accommodations.
Cruise along with Live Entertainment!
Let our world-renowned tour guides and our live band entertain you along your journey! Traveling up the Hudson has never sounded better!
Band Schedule:
- 10/27: Divining Rod
- 11/2: Street Beats Brass Band
You can expect Divining Rod to play both Americana and country rock, a heady mix of soulful originals and eclectic covers of your favorite laidback tunes! Street Beats Brass Band adds an element of traditional Oktoberfest polka music plus a variety of classic hits and singalongs.
Plus! Don't miss an afternoon sports game! The in-market sports games of the afternoon the can be found streaming from our TV located in the main deck back lounge!
The Premier Way to Enjoy the Cruise!
The all-inclusive way to get the most out of your cruise is with a Premier ticket!
Premier guests receive the following perks:
- Unlimited Soda, water, coffee & tea.
- Your Choice of 1 Feast Plate (Bratwurst or Schnitzel with all sides) !
- In-seat Food Service- no waiting in lines, no missed views!
- Private Bar for Premier Guests only.
- Private Restrooms for Premier Guests only.
- Exclusive Seating Area on the highest outdoor deck!
The Premier deck is located on the 3rd deck, the highest outdoor deck on the Circle Line Vessel. This deck is only accessible by stairs.
Guests who cannot use stairs are encouraged to join us with a standard ticket only.
Important Details
This is NOT the Bear Mountain Cruise!
This 4hr cruise and will NOT dock at Bear Mountain State Park.
For information on our Bear Mountain cruise, click here!
Things to Know Before You Go
- Boarding is at 9:30 AM for a 10:00 AM departure; the boat returns at approximately 2:00 PM, depending on tides and weather conditions.
- There are no mid-cruise stops for Guests to get off the boat to hike during this 4 hour cruise.
- Onboard food and beverage options include bratwurst, pork schnitzel, sandwiches, pizza, nachos, salads and snacks plus a full bar serving up hot and cold beverages, beer, wine and cocktails. No outside food or beverage allowed.
- Onboard amenities including outdoor deck space, heated/air conditioned indoor seating with large windows made for sightseeing, and restrooms.
- If we have to cancel a cruise due to bad weather, we'll provide you with a refund or the opportunity to re-book for another date.