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
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
Highlight
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
Include
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
Exclude
Lunch
Alcoholic Beverages