--- title: New York Fall Foliage Cruise up the Hudson River lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 101 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.83 reviews: 30 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 22 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-fall-foliage-cruise-up-the-hudson-river/ --- # New York Fall Foliage Cruise up the Hudson River In our comparison: #22 of 37 in Sightseeing & Sunset Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Enjoy a fall foliage cruise aboard Yacht Kingston, a cozy, elegant, 1920s-style yacht with an observation cabin and open bow. See the grand foliage of the Palisade Cliffs on the Hudson River (nature permitting). Relax in the salon of the boat's window enclosed observatory, or while catching the breeze on the open bow. Grab a hot beverage from the bar and gaze at New York's most dramatic natural wonders and colorful foliage as the seasons change. Light commentary will be provided as the boat cruises north along the Hudson River. Seating is assigned in the covered and heated salon with large windows. *Please note that although the boat is heated, it is also drafty and we advise you to bring layers, hats & gloves. ## Before you book - Meeting point: The boat departs from Chelsea Piers, - 73 start times: between 10:00 and 16:00 - Food included: One complimentary drink **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €101 per person for the Off Peak option; other options up to €117 - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.83/5 from 30 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Classic Harbor Line NYC - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 73 start times between 10:00 and 16:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.83 from 30 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 30 of 30. - 5 stars: 25 (83%) - 4 stars: 5 (17%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Off Peak | €101 / person | English | Off Peak Pricing | | Peak | €117 / person | English | Peak Pricing | ## What's included - One complimentary drink ## Not included - Gratuity is not included but recommended for the captain and crew - Light snacks available for purchase onboard. If bringing food please keep it to a light snack ## Itinerary 1. **Upper West Side** (pass by, no stop) - Enjoy views of Manhattan as the boat departs from Chelsea Piers and then cruise north on the Hudson River along the Upper West Side of Manhattan. 2. **George Washington Bridge** (pass by, no stop) - Cruise under this iconic bridge as the boat cruises north towards the Palisade cliffs. 3. **Intrepid Museum** (pass by, no stop) - Pass by this historic museum from the water 4. **Little Red Lighthouse** (pass by, no stop) - Cruise by this bright lighthouse just under the George Washington Bridge 5. **General Grant National Memorial** (pass by, no stop) - Pass by Grants Tomb on the Upper West Side of Manhattan 6. **Palisades Park** (pass by, no stop) - Enjoy beautiful natural rock formations lined with trees. A spectacular place for fall foliage viewing ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 73 start times between 10:00 and 16:00 - 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 - Please arrive 15-30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time to obtain boarding passes - 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 - Only animals that perform a manual task to assist a person are permitted aboard. Emotional support animals and pets are not permitted - Peak fall foliage is not guaranteed. We have seen fall colors at their peak as early as mid-October and as late early December along the waterfront in the Palisades of New Jersey (the prime destination of our fall foliage excursions). Refunds due to ‘lack of color’, will not be honored. Cruising on the Hudson River, north by the Palisades, is a unique and interesting route and is the declared value of this excursion. - Large group bookings are not permitted. Multiple bookings are subject to added fees or cancellation by operator ## Compared with other Sightseeing & Sunset Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #22 of 37** | €101 | 2h 30m | 4.83 (30) | 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 #22 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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