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Golden Hour Cruise

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Overview

During the picture-perfect hour before sunset, you will enjoy a lightly guided tour of the Newport waterfront. Raise a glass to the end of the day with our cash bar and complimentary champagne toast. You will see many inspiring sites along our route, such as gilded age estates, islands, lighthouses and 19th century forts.

What's Included

  • Alcoholic beverages 1 complimentary champagne toast is included. Additional beverages are available for purchase
  • Crew Gratuity - suggested is 15% and this is split evenly between the captain, crew and storyteller
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2 Bowens Landing
Newport, RI 02840, USA

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Castle Hill Lighthouse (pass by)

This granite lighthouse has safely guided ships coming into the east passage of Narragansett Bay since 1890.
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Fort Adams State Park (pass by)

Built in 1798, this former U.S. Army post is now a part of Fort Adams State Park. Its undergone many transitions over the past 200+ years and the fort you see now was completed back in 1857.
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Claiborne Pell Newport Bridge (pass by)

You'll get a wonderful, view of the Pell Bridge, while on your cruise. The bridge was completed in 1969 and was the 2nd most costly project in the U.S that year - the first was landing a man on the moon
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers

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Q: Will I get seasick on Golden Hour Cruise?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-12221P7

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: Will I get seasick on Golden Hour Cruise?
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

Feb 2023
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Golden Hour Cruise?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Alcoholic beverages. 1 complimentary champagne toast is included. Additional beverages are available for purchase.
The following is NOT included:
  • Crew Gratuity - suggested is 15% and this is split evenly between the captain, crew and storyteller.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Golden Hour Cruise is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Golden Hour Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Alcoholic beverages1 complimentary champagne toast is included. Additional beverages are available for purchase
  • Crew Gratuity - suggested is 15% and this is split evenly between the captain, crew and storyteller

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  • Service animals allowed
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  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers
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