--- title: New York City Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 121 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.68 reviews: 320 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 32 of 37 (Sightseeing & Sunset Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/new-york-city-cocoa-and-carols-holiday-cruise/ --- # New York City Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise In our comparison: #32 of 37 in Sightseeing & Sunset Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview A holiday sing-a-long cruise with homemade cookies and spiked hot cocoa. During this 90-minute tour you will cruise by many of New York’s well-known areas, including Battery Park, Manhattan's Financial District, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. The live jazz band and host onboard will be sure to get you into the holiday spirit with festive favorites! This cruise takes place aboard Yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II! Each boat has a full bar along with a heated grand salon. There's also an outer deck for sightseeing! Comfortable, assigned seating is available for everyone in the grand salon. Tables may be shared with a clear partition divider depending on party size. Each person planning to attend, regardless of age, needs a ticket for this experience. If there are no child/infant tickets available, please purchase an adult ticket for all travelers. Plan to arrive 15-30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time to check-in at the ticket booth. ## Before you book - Meeting point: The boat departs from Chelsea Piers, - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 127 start times: between 11:00 and 21:30 - Food included: One complimentary drink is included **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €121 per person for the General Holiday Departures option; other options up to €138 - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.68/5 from 320 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Classic Harbor Line NYC - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 127 start times between 11:00 and 21:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.68 from 320 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 294 of 320. - 5 stars: 272 (85%) - 4 stars: 22 (7%) - 3 stars: 9 (3%) - 2 stars: 7 (2%) - 1 star: 10 (3%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | General Holiday Departures | €121 / person (for 2+ people) | English | General Holiday Rates Apply | | Peak Holiday Departures | €138 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Peak Holiday Rates Apply | ## What's included - One complimentary drink is included - An assortment of holiday cookies ## Not included - Gratuity (recommended for the Captain and crew) - Additional beverages are available for purchase by credit card only ## Itinerary 1. **One World Observatory** (pass by, no stop) - Cruise along the Hudson River past Manhattan's Financial District, One World Trade and Battery Park City. Once in New York Harbor enjoy sweeping views of the skyline. 2. **Ellis Island** (pass by, no stop) - As the boat cruises toward the Statue of Liberty you'll pass by this historic landmark. 3. **Statue of Liberty** (pass by, no stop) - Enjoy an up-close view of the Statue of Liberty - a perfect photo opportunity. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 127 start times between 11:00 and 21:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The 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. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - 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 - Elegant tables assigned in the heated salon. Tables may be shared with a clear partition divider depending on party size. ## Compared with other Sightseeing & Sunset Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #32 of 37** | €121 | 1h 30m | 4.68 (320) | shared | | [Manhattan Adventure Sightseeing Boat Tour - from Chelsea Piers](/usa/new-york/tours/manhattan-adventure-sightseeing-boat-tour-from-chelsea-piers/?format=md) | €90 | 1h | 4.99 (727) | shared | | [50-Minute NYC Statue of Liberty Scenic Cruise](/usa/new-york/tours/50-minute-nyc-statue-of-liberty-scenic-cruise/?format=md) | €23 | 50 min | 4.99 (417) | shared | | [80-Minute NYC Must-See Essentials Cruise](/usa/new-york/tours/80-minute-nyc-must-see-essentials-cruise/?format=md) | €27 | 1h 20m | 4.98 (275) | shared | Ranked #32 of 37 in Sightseeing & Sunset Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €23 to €144, median €71; typical length 1h 30m. 4 of 37 are private. 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