American Waterways Cruise Lines, NYC to the Finger Lakes via the Hudson River and the Erie Canal

American Waterways
Cruise Lines

and

City Winery

Chelsea Pier 26, NYC to the Finger Lakes through the
historic Erie Canal

An epic journey replete with fine wines and culinary
delights

American Waterways Cruise Lines
PO Box 416, Aurora, NY 13026
Cruiseamericanwaterways.com

Step back in time to a slower pace. Experience the Our six-night barge cruise includes all gourmet meals,
journey and relish travelling back in history as you wines, an open bar, local transfers and the use of barge
embark on “Serenite” our full service hotel barge facilities such as bicycles and kayaks to explore the canals
that has come to us from Europe to her new home and towpaths, a sundeck to laze on and take in the sights.
in America. Leave behind the stresses of highways We also offer daily escorted excursions “off the beaten
and thruways, as you glide through some of the track” to wineries, historic sights, markets or to see
most scenic waterways in North America. craftsmen at work. Musical entertainment, interesting
and poignant lectures, and demonstrations will enhance
Your journey begins in the busy New York Harbor your trip even more.
as “Serenite” gracefully cruises up the Hudson
River to the entrance of the Erie Canal, one of the All this, combined with sedate cruising each day through
greatest achievements of modern man. Experience some of North America’s finest scenery, makes our hotel
first hand this engineering marvel as you enter the barge cruise a truly unique and memorable experience.
locks along the canal that will take us all the way in
to the heart of New York State where you will
explore the Finger Lakes and its wine country.

Your comfortably appointed hotel barge is like a
country house that travels with you, where you will
be pampered and indulged in fine wines and
culinary delights and experience the excellent
service and attention by our expertly trained staff
and crew.

Indulge…

Getting there is half the fun!

Lake Ontario Sylvan Beach

Seneca Little Falls
Geneva Falls Aurora Schenectady

Watkins Glen

Kingston
Hyde Park

West Point

The Vineyard Pier 26



Main Deck Ensuite Cabins

Journey in comfort Fine Dining

Your Cruise Itinerary:

Day One: Depart Pier 26, Chelsea at
4:30 pm. Board Serenite for champagne
and canapes as you greet the Captain
and crew. Cruise up the Hudson River,
past West Point, the Kingston-
Rhinecliff Bridge, Bannerman’s Castle
and Hyde Park, enjoying the beautiful
sunset over the majestic and historic
Hudson River Valley.

Day Two: 8:30am arrive Waterford, NY entrance to
the Erie Canal and confluence of the Mohawk and
Hudson Rivers. We pass through locks 2 thru 6 for a
combined lift of 500 feet, the largest lift in the
shortest distance of anywhere in the world. The
observation deck at Lock 6 park provides a good view
of this engineering marvel. Disembark in Schenectady
for a walk through the Stockade Historic District, with
more than 100 architectural landmarks surviving
dating from 1690 to 1930. Cruise into the Mohawk
River Valley as we pass through 10 more locks. Enjoy
kayaking in the canal and cycling along the tow path

as we make our way along.

Day Three: Awake in the morning at lock 17 in scenic
Little Falls and begin your day at Historic Canal Place, a
refurbished industrial area with two 19th century stone
mill buildings, original canal-side structures, antique and
art galleries, shops, restaurants and the Little Falls
Historical Museum. Hike into Moss Island and explore
the maze of deep chimney potholes, scoured in stone by
the swirling waters. The largest ones formed thousands
of years ago some 20 feet high by waters of a huge
inland sea, leaving cathedral like formations facing the
river. Chat with the lock master at Lock 17, the highest
lock in New York State with a lift of over 40.5 feet.
Cycle to Herkimer Home State Historic Site, a Georgian
style mansion that was home to Revolutionary war hero
General Nicholas Herkimer. Arrive in charming Sylvan
Beach at Sunset.

Day Four: In the early hours of day four, we exit the Erie
Canal and make our way onto Lake Cayuga the first of the
finger lakes we explore, docking in the quaint, village of
Aurora. Enjoy strolling and cycling along the historic
main street, visiting the Mackenzie Child’s design factory,
wine tastings at Treleaven, Long Point and Hearts and
Hands. A visit to Finger Lakes Dexter Creamery to nibble
on artisanal farmstead cheeses. Pick out a pair of hand
made shoes at the Aurora Shoe Factory. Enjoy swimming
in the crystal clear glacier formed lakes.

Day Five: We gently cruise away from the
shores of Aurora and head south towards
Ithaca. Cycle into town to enjoy shopping
and strolling the “Commons” pedestrian
mall and perusing the tasty offerings at the
Farmer’s Market. Have a look at
Buttermilk Falls and enjoy hiking the
trails where you can cool off in the
swimming holes in the natural rock
formations. Enjoy lunch and craft beers at
the Ithaca Brewery in the beer garden.
After leaving Ithaca, we cruise up to
Taughannock Park to view the highest
waterfall east of the Rocky Mountains.
Enjoy wine tastings at Thirsty Owl,
Sheldrake Point Winery, Americana
Vineyard, and Swedish Hill.

Day six: We enter the Cayuga Seneca Canal and
make our way into Van Cleef Lake before
arriving in Seneca Falls, home of the Women’s
Suffragette movement and home of the Women’s
Rights National Historical Park. Disembark and
enjoy this charming canal side town. We
continue our cruise coming out into Seneca Lake.
At 632 feet deep, it is the deepest of the finger
lakes and has over 30 award winning wineries
along its shores. Docking at the northern end in
Geneva, enjoy the charming well preserved
Americana downtown. Wine tastings at Fox
Run, Lamoreaux Landing, and Herman J.
Wiemer.

Day seven: After breakfast,
disembark in Geneva where
your journey ends. Transfer to
Rochester airport or Ithaca for
the Big Red Bus to NYC. Post
cruise accommodations may also
be arranged with our nearby
hotel partners

Serenite

Size of barge: 126 ft by 17 ft
Number of Passengers: 12
Number of Cabins (all with private bath): 6
Crew: 5
Air Conditioning and Central Heating: Yes
Salon: Large salon with comfortable seating and dining
room, all with picture windows.
Bar: Open bar
Deck: Sundeck with jacuzzi, recliners and parasol. Upper
sundeck with recliners
Spa Tub: Yes
Cabin Features: Six suites, 130 sq ft each with twin beds
or queen bed and ensuite bathroom with shower.
TV/DVD. Sauna on lower level
Vehicle for Transfers/Excursions: Air-conditioned
minibus
Accessibility: Steps to cabins and to upper sundeck
Bicycles: 12 all terrain bikes and 3 kayaks
Wi-Fi throughout

Serenite Accommodations:

There are six comfortable cabins with porthole on the lower level with twin beds or a queen
bed, TV/DVD and ensuite tiled bathrooms. On the main level guests can enjoy the
comfortable lounge, bar and sundeck with whirlpool, deck chairs and dining table. Wifi on
board.

Charter Price for Serenite: $37,800, 6 nights and 7 days

Charter Includes:
5 crew
Captain, Chef, 2 stewards and deck hand

Fuel for 6 night 7 day cruise of prearranged itinerary

Air conditioned mini bus for land transport

- all meals
- all wines with lunches and dinners
- open bar
- all escorted side-excursions
- use of bicycles and kayaks

Experience the journey!
Savor the experience!

American Waterways Cruise Lines