Cayuga Lake Boat Tours

HISTORY ON THE LAKE - $39

Our history cruise departs the Aurora Inn dock at 11:00am and returns at 12:00pm weekdays only. Join us for a 1-hour guided tour featuring the spectacular history of Cayuga Lake, Aurora New York, and the people who built one of the Finger Lakes brightest jewels.

If you’d like to have lunch after your cruise, just ask your captain for area options. Rates are $39 per person. Private Charters for up to six passengers start at $230.

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WINERIES BY WATER - $99

Guests have the option of boarding our winery tours from the East shore of Cayuga Lake in Aurora, or the West shore in Romulus. Winery tours depart at 1:00pm and return at 5:15pm daily. A second tour is available from 1:45pm – 6:00pm based on demand.

Join us for a 4 1/4-hour wine cruise on the beautiful waters of Cayuga Lake where we will visit up to three of the Finger Lakes favorite wineries by boat!

Wine, snacks, and merchandise are available for purchase at the wineries. You are welcome to pick up a bottle to enjoy on the boat. We offer food options provided by our friends at Dugan’s Country Grill for an additional fee. Just select from our online menu when making your reservation. We provide the coolers, ice, bottled water, cups, etc.

There’s no better way to experience wine tasting in the Finger Lakes than aboard one of our spacious pontoon boats or on our 23-foot Chris Craft ‘Little Dipper’.

Wine touring by boat requires the ability to offload/board at each winery and some walking form the dock to the tasting room. Please let us know of any mobility issues in advance. Rates are $99 per person and do not include tasting fees. Private Charters for up to six passengers start at $590.

*Learn more about the wineries and tasting fees under ‘Which wineries will we visit by boat?’ in our Frequently Asked Questions.

SUNSET CELEBRATION - $44

Our sunset cruise departs the Aurora Inn dock daily. This 1.5-hour tour is the perfect way to end your day on the water with the most beautiful sunsets in the Finger Lakes.

We suggest you bring a bottle of your favorite wine from the local vineyards at Treleaven, Long Point, Bright Leaf or Heart & Hands. If you prefer beer, visit our friends up the hill at Aurora Brewing. We offer food options on the boat provided by our friends at Dugan’s Country Grill for an additional fee. Just select from our online menu when making your reservation.

Departure times will vary throughout the season. See the Sunset Schedule below to plan your cruise. Rates are $44 per person. Private Charters for up to six passengers start at $260.

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WINE & DINE CHARTER - $850

Is your group staying on Cayuga Lake, outside Aurora? We have created the perfect experience for your Finger Lakes vacation. Leave the car keys at home for this 7-hour, worry free day on the lake.

We pick you up by boat at your dock, or nearby public access at 1:45pm. From there we visit three wineries for an afternoon of wine tasting and relaxation on the boat. We pull into Aurora around 6:15pm for your choice of dinner at the Aurora Inn or Fargo Bar & Grill. We depart Aurora around 7:45pm for a beautiful Sunset Cruise back to your home port for drop off around 8:45pm.

Call for custom charters including our Lunch & Wine Tour, or charters departing Aurora with Wine Tours featuring dining options on the lake. Click for more Private Charter info.

Rates based on groups up to six passengers, and do not include tasting fees or restaurant charges.

Pick up radius on Cayuga Lake includes: East Shore – From Don’s Marina to Hibiscus Harbor. West Shore – From O’Malleys Cabin on the Lake to Varick Winery. Please call with any questions on your location.

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FALL FOLIAGE CHARTER - $800

September 23 – October 20, 2024: We have created the perfect Autumn experience for your Finger Lakes vacation. Your group will have exclusive access to the beauty of Fall from Cayuga Lake on this 5.5-hour worry free day on the water.

We pick you up by boat at the Aurora Inn dock at 1:30pm. From there we visit three vineyards for an afternoon of wine tasting and relaxation on the lake. We wrap up our day of wine tasting by water around 6pm before crossing the lake while the sun sets. This leisurely cruise brings us back to Aurora around 7pm for drop off in time for dinner at the Aurora Inn or Fargo Bar & Grill.

Call for custom charters including our Lunch & Wine Tour, or charters departing Aurora with Wine Tours featuring dining options on the lake. Click for more Private Charter info.

Rates based on groups up to six passengers, and do not include tasting fees or restaurant charges.

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2024 Sunset Cruise Schedule

Time of sunset varies throughout the season. Please use the following guide to determine the departure time of your sunset cruise.

Boarding at 6:40pm for 6:45pm departure. Returning to dock at 8:15pm.

Boarding at 6:55pm for 7:00pm departure. Returning to dock at 8:30pm.

Boarding at 7:05pm for 7:10pm departure. Returning to dock at 8:40pm.

Boarding at 7:10pm for 7:15pm departure. Returning to dock at 8:45pm.

Boarding at 7:20pm for 7:25pm departure. Returning to dock at 8:55pm.

Boarding at 7:25pm for 7:30pm departure. Returning to dock at 9:00pm.

Boarding at 7:25pm for 7:30pm departure. Returning to dock at 9:00pm.

Boarding at 7:25pm for 7:30pm departure. Returning to dock at 9:00pm.

Boarding at 7:25pm for 7:30pm departure. Returning to dock at 9:00pm.

Boarding at 7:25pm for 7:30pm departure. Returning to dock at 9:00pm.

Boarding at 7:25pm for 7:30pm departure. Returning to dock at 9:00pm.

Boarding at 7:20pm for 7:25pm departure. Returning to dock at 8:55pm.

Boarding at 7:15pm for 7:20pm departure. Returning to dock at 8:50pm.

Boarding at 7:05pm for 7:10pm departure. Returning to dock at 8:40pm.

Boarding at 6:55pm for 7:00pm departure. Returning to dock at 8:30pm.

Boarding at 6:45pm for 6:50pm departure. Returning to dock at 8:20pm.

Boarding at 7:05pm for 7:10pm departure. Returning to dock at 8:10pm.

Boarding at 6:55pm for 7:00pm departure. Returning to dock at 8:00pm.

Boarding at 6:40pm for 6:45pm departure. Returning to dock at 7:45pm.

Boarding at 6:30pm for 6:35pm departure. Returning to dock at 7:35pm.

Boarding at 6:20pm for 6:25pm departure. Returning to dock at 7:25pm.

Boarding at 6:05pm for 6:10pm departure. Returning to dock at 7:10pm.

Boarding at 5:50pm for 5:55pm departure. Returning to dock at 6:55pm..

Boarding at 5:40pm for 5:45pm departure. Returning to dock at 6:45pm.

Boarding at 5:30pm for 5:35pm departure. Returning to dock at 6:35pm.

Boarding at 5:20pm for 5:25pm departure. Returning to dock at 6:25pm.

Boarding at 5:20pm for 5:25pm departure. Returning to dock at 6:25pm.

Scheduled cruises run rain or shine but may be canceled due to thunder & lightning, high wind and waves.