Newport Beach Holiday Lights Cruise
Experience Newport Beach's holiday magic with a 75-minute cruise through dazzling light displays and festive decorations, offering a serene alternative to the bustling boat parade.
Why 4.52 / 5?
On viator this tour scores 3.71 from 7 reviews.The chart below shows the actual distribution of tour ratings on each platform in Newport Beach. Notice how ratings often cluster towards the high end.
• We take the tour's rating relative to others on viator, then blend in the number of reviews (more reviews = more confidence) which results in the final score of 4.52 on TourTruth.
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Important Information
- • Service animals allowed
- • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- • Children must be accompanied by an adult
- • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- • Closed toed shoes and a heavy jacket are recommended
- • Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- • Parking may be challenging during the week of the boat parade and weekends- please arrive early
- • Rideshare is recommended on the weekend or arriving extra early for departure
- • Cruises before 5 pm or after 9:30 pm on December 18 - 22 are Holiday Lights Cruises, not boat parade cruises
- • Due to the limited duration of the event, all Boat Parade & Holiday Lights Cruise bookings are final sale
Experience the magic of Newport Beach with a captivating holiday lights cruise. This 75-minute journey takes you through Newport Bay, transformed into a winter wonderland by millions of lights and festive decorations. Marvel at the stunning displays of bayfront estates competing in the Ring Of Lights competition. Enjoy a relaxing cruise under the stars, offering a serene alternative to the bustling boat parade. You'll witness many of the boat parade entrants as they glide through the bay, and on select dates, enjoy the grandeur of the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade. Conclude your magical evening with unforgettable memories of Newport Bay's festive charm. Don't miss this enchanting experience that captures the holiday spirit in Newport Beach.
Pros
- Marvel at millions of holiday lights
- Cruise past bayfront estates in the Ring Of Lights
- Enjoy a relaxing tour under the stars
- See decorated yachts and ships
- Witness spectacular fireworks on select dates
Includes
- Local guide
- Driver/guide
- Local taxes
- Live commentary on board
- 75-minute cruise
- Holiday light displays
- Boat parade views
Excludes
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase $2-$15)
- Food and drinks (available for purchase)
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
- Balboa Pier Parking Lot $3.75 per hour or $37.50 per 24 hours
- Meals and beverages
- Personal expenses
- Parking
Tour Highlights
- • Marvel at millions of holiday lights
- • Cruise past bayfront estates in the Ring Of Lights
- • Enjoy a relaxing tour under the stars
You'll be redirected to the tour operator's website to complete your booking.
