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New York Fall Foliage Sail up the Hudson River 3.5 hr

TourTruth score 6.3 out of 10

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  • New York City
  • 3 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 4, 2026

Sail north from Chelsea Piers past the Palisades and beneath the George Washington Bridge on a classic 3.5-hour Hudson River cruise.

About this tour

Set sail from Chelsea Piers for a fresh perspective on New York’s autumn scenery. This 3.5-hour New York fall foliage sail up the Hudson River heads north aboard the Schooner Adirondack or Schooner America 2.0, classic sailboats inspired by 19th-century designs.

Relax on deck as Manhattan’s Upper West Side recedes and the Palisades rise along the New Jersey shore. These striking cliffs are a prime destination on the route, and the changing leaves can make the waterfront especially memorable. You’ll also pass beneath the George Washington Bridge, with plenty of opportunities to take photos and enjoy the open-air views. One complimentary beverage is included; bring a picnic lunch if you’d like something to eat, and dress in warm layers for the breeze.

Fall colors vary from year to year and peak foliage is not guaranteed. The New York fall foliage sail up the Hudson River offers a scenic journey along the Palisades regardless of the season’s colors. Check in at the Classic Harbor Line ticket booth at Pier 62, then settle in and enjoy the river from the water.

Highlights

  • Sail north on the Hudson aboard a classic schooner
  • Admire the Palisades’ dramatic cliffs and fall colors
  • Pass beneath the George Washington Bridge
  • Capture views of Manhattan’s Upper West Side

What's included

Included

  • One complimentary beverage
  • 3.5-hour sail on the Hudson River

Not included

  • Picnic lunch; guests are encouraged to bring their own
  • Gratuity for the captain and crew

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Important information

  • Children under 3 are not permitted; children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress for the weather and bring warm layers
  • Peak fall foliage is not guaranteed; refunds for lack of color are not offered
  • Check in at the Classic Harbor Line ticket booth at Pier 62, Chelsea Piers
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  • Contact the operator in advance if you need boarding assistance
  • Only service animals trained to perform a task for a person are permitted; pets and emotional support animals are not allowed
  • Large group bookings are not permitted; multiple bookings may incur fees or be canceled
  • Public transportation is available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.55 on Viator and 4.43 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.3.

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