Hudson River Sightseeing Cruise from Kingston

4.5 (899 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation

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Fall foliage on the Hudson River — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Rip van Winkle II passing the Rondout Lighthouse — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This excursion provides passengers a first hand view of the historic shoreline from the decks of the Rip Van Winkle II. From a starting location in the heart of the Hudson River Valley in Kingston NY, the cruise provides a delightfully unique opportunity to explore this scenic shoreline.

As you relax on the cool shaded deck of the Rip Van Winkle, visit our beverage & snack bars for tasty refreshments. Your experienced guide will point out millionaires' sumptuous estates, picturesque Hudson river lighthouses and quaint sleepy villages surrounded by the natural beauty of vineyards, orchards and scenic preservation sites.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 200 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Hudson River Cruises

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, full bar service, available for purchase
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Hudson River Cruises

1 h 30 min Admission included

Enjoy a relaxing, 90 minute cruise on the Historic Hudson River. Enjoy the breeze on the top deck or the a/c on the lower deck as you take in the sights, wildlife and beautiful homes and scenery.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Departure Point: Kingston, New York (approx. two hours from NYC by car)

Address: Dock: 40 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY 12401

Dates: Seasonal May-October. Tuesday-Sunday June-October. Weekends in May/

Return point: Returns to original departure point

End point

Departure Point: Kingston, New York (approx. two hours from NYC by car)

Address: Dock: 40 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY 12401

Dates: Seasonal May-October. Tuesday-Sunday June-October. Weekends in May/

Return point: Returns to original departure point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The boat has a lower enclosed deck, a middle deck which is a shaded but otherwise open are, and an open air upper deck with bench seating.
A fully stocked bar with alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages and a snack bar with light fare such as hot dogs & fresh popped popcorn is available on the lower main deck at your own expense.
Outside food and beverages are not allowed on board the boat
There is plenty of seating on the boat, both inside and on the upper deck, which consists mainly of bench-style seating; the main lower deck has chairs; seating is on a first-come first-served basis, so be sure to arrive early if you’d like to sit in a particular area of the boat
If you or someone in your group is in a wheelchair or has limited mobility, contact the tour operator to discuss accessibility