Cruise
Make your own history aboard one of our cruises.
Cruise the Potomac aboard Providence. During this 2-hour cruise, a Historical Interpreter will present a brief overview of the history of the ship and be available to answer your questions. You will also have the opportunity to visit the ship’s hold and Captain’s Cabin. Enjoy a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage and salty snack.
Wednesday – Friday
- Afternoon Cruises: 4 – 6 PM, $45 per person
- Sunset Cruises: 6:30 – 8:30 PM, $55 per person
Saturday
- Afternoon Cruise: 3 – 5 PM, $45 per person
- Craft Beer Sunset Cruise: 5:30 – 7:30 PM, $59 per person
Sunday
- Afternoon Cruise: 3 – 5 PM, $45 per person
- Sunset Cruise with rotating wine, rum, bourbon and bubbly tastings: 5:30 – 7:30 PM, $69 per person
Holidays
- Afternoon Cruise: 3 – 5 PM, $45 per person
- Sunset Cruise: 5:30 – 7:30 PM, $55 per person
Same cruise format as our Daily Cruise, only you will have the entire boat reserved exclusively for your party of up to 26 guests. Complimentary beer, wine, soft drinks, and a charcuterie snack box for each guest is included. This cruise is 2 hours and available any day of the week.
All-inclusive Private Cruise Package
- Up to 20 people: $1,750
- Up to 36 people: $3,200
To book contact events@tallshipprovidence.org or 703-772-8481.
2021 Summer Specialty Cruises
June 12- Craft Beer Cruise with Rocket Frog Brewery
June 13- Rum Tasting with Plantation
June 19- Craft Beer Cruise with Väsen Brewery
June 20- Father’s Day Bourbon, Beer and Brats with A. Smith Bowman Distillery and Port City Brewing
June 26- PRIVATE CRUISE- No Craft Beer Cruise
June 27- Wine Tasting with Chalk Hill Winery
July 3- NO CRUISE; PROVIDENCE WILL BE IN ANNAPOLIS
July 4- NO CRUISE; PROVIDENCE WILL BE IN ANNAPOLIS
July 10- Craft Beer Cruise with James River Brewing
July 11- Cider Cruise with Lost Boy Cider
July 17- Craft Beer Cruise with Port City Brewing
July 18- Rum Cruise with Blue Dyer Rum
July 24- Craft Beer Cruise with Aslin
July 25- Wine Tasting Cruise with Banshee Wines
July 31- Craft Beer Cruise with Lost Rhino (also featuring root beer)
August 1- Rose Wine Cruise – featuring four different local rosés
August 7- Craft Beer Cruise with Evolution
August 8- Rum Cruise with Flor De Cana
August 14- Craft Beer Cruise with Mustang Sally
August 15- Cider Cruise with ANXO Cidery
August 21- Craft Beer Cruise with Victory
August 22- Bubbly Cruise – Featuring four different types of Sparkling Wine
August 28- Craft Beer Cruise with Guinness
August 29- Wine Cruise with Roth Vineyards
September 4- Craft Beer Cruise with Port City Brewing
Sept 5- Rum Cruise – Vendor TBD
Adult Pirate Cruises
Adult Pirate Cruises will be scheduled on occasional Saturday evenings. Get in the spirit of things by wearing pirate garb, listening to chanteys, and sampling rum! After setting sail, a tasting expert will share the history and differences among a selection of rums. Learn about the pirates of the Chesapeake and enjoy some swashbuckling music. All pirates must be 21 or older, and any weapons must be peace-tied and non-firing. Respectful behavior required. $59
Family Pirate Cruises
Have children? Join us for the Family Pirate Cruise on Saturday mornings! Our crew will entertain your little buccaneers with songs, games, and a little cutlass training, too. This could come in handy if the children have to save the captain! Kids will walk away with a big smile and a small pile of treasure. A great family activity. $28/26/24
Wine Tasting Cruise
Taste a selection of wines as you relax and sail around the Potomac. Learn about new varietals and choose your favorite. This cruise is a wonderful opportunity meet up and enjoy something new with friends while experiencing something unique and local. All ages welcome, but must be 21 or over to consume alcohol. Other beverages and available. Offered monthly in season. $59
Maritime Heritage Cruise
Love tall ships? Love history? This is the cruise for you! A variety of guest speakers will join us throughout the warmer months to share their expertise about naval and maritime history. One of the most enjoyable learning experiences you can imagine! A selection of beverages and light snacks will be available for purchase. Offered occasionally throughout season. $46/44/42
Special Themed Cruises
We will be offering special cruises on holidays and other days when there’s something to celebrate. Check our cruise schedule for additional information! $46/44/42
Craft Beer Cruises
Craft Beer Cruises will be offered on alternating Friday and Saturday evenings. Enjoy cruising on the Potomac while learning about some of the region’s most interesting craft beers. A flight of three beers will be presented while a brewing expert explains how they’re brewed and what makes them unique. A complimentary beverage — water or soft drink — and a salty snack is included with your ticket. All ages are welcome, but only guests over 21 may consume alcohol. $54
Sailing aboard Providence is a memorable experience. Check-in starts 30 minutes prior to a scheduled cruise and will depart promptly as scheduled. Passengers who have not checked-in 10 minutes prior to cruise departure will forfeit their reservations. No refunds or rescheduling will be issued for passengers who miss departure.
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