Hudson River Summer Classic (Albany to New York)

Enjoy the warm temperatures, verdant landscapes, and fewer crowds on our Hudson River cruise during the summer season. On this captivating cruise, witness the perfect blend of stunning natural landscapes, New York City's famed landmarks, and the glittering waterfront mansions of the Hudson Valley, aboard the brand new Coastal Cat, American Eagle.Walk the hallowed grounds of West Point Military Academy, while viewing the magnificent vistas of Hudson Valley. Take a guided exploration of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s childhood home, where he hosted Winston Churchill and Queen Elizabeth. Travel to Olana, the estate of 19th-century artist Frederic Edwin Church and admire unrivaled panoramic views of the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains. Visit the Vanderbilt Mansion, once the epicenter of the socially prominent and elite class of New Yorkers. Discover the riverside town of Sleepy Hollow made famous by the great American writer Washington Irving. Enjoy a narrated cruise around the Statue of Liberty and a guided exploration of the World Trade Center 9/11 Memorial and Reflective Pools.After a day of discovery, relax in your spacious stateroom or in the company of fellow guests in one of the lounges. After dinner, enjoy the performance of local musicians who board for the evening entertainment.