Viator · group up to 80 pax

New York City Holiday Sunset Sightseeing Cruise

4.7(9)New York City1 hour
VIATOR4.0(2)TRIPADVISOR4.9(7)

Description

Experience a beautiful New York City sunset and the illuminated cityscape during a comfortable and unique NYC Harbor sunset cruise along the Hudson River. Take in the sites in a glassed-in observatory aboard a classic 1920s-style yacht decked out in fabulous holiday decor. See Manhattan's most iconic sites from the water and get into the holiday spirit during this 1.5-hour festive cruise. Great photo opportunity to capture the New York City skyline and the Statue of Liberty at sunset. Great holiday photo opportunity as well!

Tour Options

Off Peak Option
  • Off Peak Pricing Applies
Peak Option
  • Peak Pricing Applies

Itinerary

Pass by

See One World Trade and Manhattan's financial district from the water

Pass by

Pass by Ellis Island as the boat cruises into New York Harbor

Pass by

See the Statue of Liberty up close from NY Harbor as the boat passes by. A great photo opportunity

Highlights

1.5-hour holiday cruise
One complimentary beverage included with additional beverages available to purchase by credit card

What's included

Included
1.5-hour holiday cruise
One complimentary beverage included with additional beverages available to purchase by credit card
Not included
Gratuities for the captain and crew
Light snacks available for purchase onboard. If bringing food please keep it to a light snack

Traveller Ratings

4.7
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Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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. All guests in your group must be present at 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
  • Guests will be assigned elegant tables and comfortable seating in the grand salon. Tables may be shared with a clear partition divider depending on party size
  • This experience will take place aboard Yacht Manhattan with a capacity of 40, or Yacht Manhattan II with a capacity of 80

Reviews(9)

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funkyz2026
March 6, 2026
Wonderful must do excursions in NY

Such a fun experience! Got to see the Statue of Liberty and the staff was amazing. Made us feel so welcomed and offered multiple times to take photos

Operator response

Thank you for booking a cruise with us and taking some time to provide your valuable feedback and recommendation. We are delighted to hear you had such a fun experience seeing the Statue of Liberty! Our crew takes pride in making guests feel welcomed and capturing special moments. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again soon! - Classic Harbor Line

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Frank_W
December 5, 2025
Very atmospheric and...

Very atmospheric and well organized. Very nice and accommodating team. Time flew by. The view was spectacular.

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ingridbT4927FH
November 19, 2025
AMAZING EXPERIENCE ABOARD

We truly enjoyed the Sunset Cruise—it was an unforgettable experience! The yacht is incredibly comfortable, beautifully designed, and even has heaters, which made the ride cozy and relaxing. Inside, everything feels luxurious, elegant, and very well maintained. The crew was exceptionally kind and attentive, always making sure we had everything we needed. We tried the cocktails and the Baileys hot chocolate, and both were absolutely delicious. We also ordered a cheese plate, which we loved! If you’re looking for a magical way to enjoy New York from the water—we highly recommend this Sunset Yacht Cruise. It’s romantic, relaxing, and perfect for any special moment.

Operator response

Ingrid, thank you for booking a cruise with us and taking some time to provide your valuable feedback and recommendation. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the Sunset Cruise and found the yacht comfortable and luxurious. Our crew takes pride in providing attentive service, and we're thrilled you loved the drinks and cheese plate. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again soon! - Classic Harbor Line

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lindakM6732SC
June 24, 2024
Wonderful!

Trip on sailboat was expertly handled, crew was both professionally competent and pleasantly engaging. Would highly recommend this.

Operator response

Linda, thank you for booking a sail with us and taking some time to leave a review. We are glad that the crew took great care of you and helped to make it a memorable experience. We appreciate the recommendation and hope you will sail with us again soon! - Classic Harbor Line

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vmarr5000
May 5, 2024
Loved seeing Statue of Liberty from the water

Great tour but we didn’t book a tour with live jazz and that’s what we got (neither of us are jazz fans). It was too loud for such a small space and as much as the band were great we’d never have booked it. Surely you need to tell people this !? Staff really good and very attentive. Great to see the Statue of Liberty from the water.

Operator response

Thank you for booking a cruise with us and taking some time to leave a review. We are glad that you enjoyed the views and the service from the crew, and we are sorry that the surprise live jazz did not add to your experience. This does sound out of the ordinary as our normal booking channels should all mention that jazz is included on those departures, so if you would like to provide us with your booking confirmation or a way to identify your booking to feedback@sail-nyc.com we would be happy to look into this as we definitely want to correct any sources that might be leaving out important trip information. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back aboard! - Classic Harbor Line

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CathyRenee_V
December 29, 2023
Worthwhile on a clear day!

Unfortunately, the weather didn’t cooperate and we had low clouds and rain which obscured the shoreline and skyline; only the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island were visible. The sound system could use updating, but the crew was very friendly and attentive and the boat not crowded (probably due to weather), so it was a relaxing hour and a half. Too bad the weather shifted on us; tickets are non refundable.

Operator response

Hello, Thank you for booking with us and taking some time to leave a review. We are happy that you were able to enjoy a relaxing cruise and friendly service from the crew. We hope you will have another chance to cruise with us in more favorable weather. Check with us at Classic Harbor Line to inquire about trip insurance for next time. You might be interested in some of our architecture or brunch cruises that circumnavigate Manhattan to maximize sight seeing opportunities. Warmly, Classic Harbor Line

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mid2wnmom
November 7, 2023
Stellar Service with spectacular views

We booked the sunset sail to celebrate a birthday with a group of friends. The experience was above and beyond our expectations. The crew was welcoming and personable and provided fantastic service and the champagne served was delicious. We arrived to the Statue of Liberty right as the sun was setting and views (and our pictures) turned out great. We continued on under the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges before turning around and getting a great view of the lit-up skyline on our return to port. Don't hesitate - just book it. Great value for your money!

Operator response

Hello, Thank you for booking a sunset cruise with us and taking some time to leave a review. We are glad that you were able to capture some great photos and memories and that the crew helped to really make it special. We hope to see you for another celebration! Warmly, Classic Harbor Line

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Mrsscottie53
September 22, 2023
A perfect finale.

This was the finale to our stay in New York and it was perfect way to end it. The captain and her crew were brilliant,helpful and informative. The perfect weather conditions gave spectacular views . Well worth it we would highly recommend.

Operator response

Hello, Thank you for taking some time to leave a review of our cruise. It is wonderful to hear that you had great weather and views and a crew to match. We appreciate the recommendation and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back aboard again soon! Warmly, Classic Harbor Line

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MattyB81
December 14, 2021
Amazing and worth every penny.

Brilliant!!!, amazing boat trip, amazing staff on the boat couldn’t recommend enough. A must do trip if you come to new york.

Operator response

We love to hear that you enjoyed your time out with us and will recommend us to others! We hope to see you again soon! Warmly, Classic Harbor Line