Enjoy a delicious three course dinner aboard the Captain James Cook, the largest boat on the River Ouse in York.

About this activity

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Duration 2.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English

Highlights

Enjoy a delicious three course meal, followed by tea or coffee and chocolates
Take in fantastic views of the official residence of His Grace the Archbishop of York
Learn about York's fascinating history and enjoy some background music as you eat your meal

Full description

During the two and a half hour cruise, as you wine and dine, you will be kept entertained by a live and informative sightseeing commentary, interspersed with background music. You will be served a glass of house wine as you step aboard, before being treated to three delectable courses, followed by a choice of tea or coffee and chocolates. You will take in great views of York's riverscape before heading beyond the city limits to view the spectacular 13th Century riverside residence of His Grace the Archbishop of York, Bishopthorpe Palace. You will then continue further downstream towards the villages of Naburn and Acaster Malbis, before returning to the city center.

Includes

A two and a half hour river cruise
A delicious three course meal, followed by tea or coffee and chocolates
A glass of house wine
Live sightseeing commentary and background music

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Meeting point

Please go to Pontoon 2 at King's Staith, York, YO1 9SN. The boat is called the Captain James Cook. Boarding commences at 7:15pm.

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Important information

Not allowed

Party groups

Know before you go

Unfortunately the cruise operates on a vessel that is not wheelchair accessible
There are no highchair or baby changing facilities on board

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4 /5

based on 36 reviews

Review summary

Guide
3.5/5
Transportation
3.9/5
Value for money
3.8/5

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Very easy online booking process with clear directions on location of boat; can board from 7.15pm for a 7.30pm sail away slot, minimal queuing, easy checking in process which was very prompt. Seating available on the lower deck for passengers who may difficulty with stairs, majority of seating upstairs, large roomy dining areas with appropriate partitioning in place in accordance with Covid19 regulations. We went in July 2021 and a light jacket/cardigan was required. Friendly staff, great food, attention to detail, prompt service - our party of 3 loved it.

July 31, 2021

Good way to see the city from another view , excellent staff added to the experience

May 15, 2022

Got bored

May 7, 2022

York: Evening Dinner Cruise

York: Evening Dinner Cruise

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