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Circle Line: Bear Mountain – Oktoberfest Cruise

83 North River Piers West 43rd Street and, 12th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA
Duration

8 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

Step aboard this fall foliage cruise up the Hudson River to Bear Mountain State Park on this Oktoberfest-themed experience, including German food specials, Oktoberfest beers (available for purchase) and a German Polka band.

  • Departing Pier 83, you’ll pass under the George Washington Bridge
  • Cruise under the mighty George Washington Bridge and the modern Mario Cuomo Bridge
  • Onboard food and beverage options include bratwurst and pork schnitzel
  • Light narration on the boat while enjoying the beauty of the fall foliage

What To Expect

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Bear Mountain State Park



Get off the boat and walk around, enjoying a beautiful mountain lake and easy to walk trails.

• Admission Ticket Included

Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge



This dual-span twin bridge was completed in 2018 at a cost of nearly $4 billion connecting Westchester and Rockland counties.

• Admission Ticket Included

Palisades



The Palisades are a line of steep cliffs rising up from the Hudson River to about 540 feet.

• Admission Ticket Included

The Met Cloisters



This museum is in Fort Tyron Park in northern Manhattan. Pieces were brought over from Europe and it was completed in 1939 .

• Admission Ticket Included

George Washington Bridge



The world’s busiest suspension bridge spans the Hudson River and carries over 103 million vehicles per year. You’ll pass under the George Washington Bridge

• Admission Ticket Included

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.

• Admission Ticket Included

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Boarding is at 8:30 AM for a 9:00 AM departure; the boat returns at approximately 5 PM, depending on tides and weather conditions.
  • Onboard food and beverage options available for purchase include a special German menu, 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.
  • The hike begins with a steep walk up a hill that can be very difficult for some guests. The area between the dock and entrance to the park sometimes floods. Please wear appropriate foot wear - hiking shoes are recommended
  • For a guided tour, please download the Circle Line Sightseeing App. Please bring your own headsets or earbuds to listen to the tour
  • Onboard amenities including outdoor deck space, heated/air conditioned indoor seating with large windows made for sightseeing, and restrooms.
  • If you're experiencing any symptoms of COVID, or have been in contact with someone who has, we will be happy to refund your ticket if you cannot come due to COVID. Be safe and keep everyone else safe too!
  • If we have to cancel a cruise due to foul weather, we'll provide you with a refund or the opportunity to re-book for another date.
  • Food and drinks are NOT allowed to be brought on board
  • Note that due to damage from severe storms the upper hiking trails are not accessible and guests will not be able to hike to the top of Bear Mountain. Only paved paths, lake and zoo are accessible.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 400 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • 8-Hour Bear Mountain Cruise
  • Music
  • Free admission to Bear Mountain State Park
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Download the free Circle Line Sightseeing App to listen to a guided tour during the cruise. Please bring your own headsets or earbuds. Tour is available in English and Spanish
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic Beverages

Durations

8 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

83 North River Piers West 43rd Street and, 12th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA
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