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Hudson River
by Alan
8-DAYS/7-NIGHTS
Enjoy all that the Hudson River Valley has to offer. Breathtaking displays of peak fall foliage, iconic homes of influential artists and authors, and a visit to the birthplace of a U.S. president are all a part of this enchanting 8-day journey.
Cruise Highlights
Be greeted during an on board Welcome Reception as you cruise from the metropolitan area to the idyllic Hudson River Valley.
Day 1 New York, NY
Day 2 Kingston, NY Often referred to as “Millionaires Row,” the banks along the Hudson River are home to many of New York’s elite. Visit the Vanderbilt Mansion and Roosevelt family homes.
Day 3 Catskill, NY Follow the Hudson River School Art Trail which includes the Thomas Cole National Historic Site. Admire the scenic Kaaterskill Falls and Sunset Rock, both serving as an inspiration to 19th-century landscape painters.
Hyde Park, NY Enjoy breathtaking views while taking a narrated walk over the Hudson River on the longest elevated pedestrian bridge in the world.
Day 4 Albany, NY As you stroll along the historic streets of this capital of New York State, enjoy the kaleidoscope of colors at every turn.
Troy, NY Learn about the fascinating Troy Lock and Dam System on a narrated cruise.
Day 5 West Point, NY Walk the hallowed grounds of the United States Military Academy at West Point and admire the surrounding autumnal scenic vistas.
Day 6 Sleepy Hollow, NY The riverside town of Sleepy Hollow is forever immortalized in the works of Washington Irving. Here you will visit “Sunnyside,” his beloved country retreat.
Day 7 New York, NY Explore the Big Apple and view city highlights such as 5th Avenue, Times Square, and the Empire State Building, led by a native New Yorker.
Day 8 New York, NY Disembark your ship in this vibrant city that never sleeps.
To learn more about specific excursions, visit AmericanCruiseLines.com
