Washington DC Dinner Cruise
- Location:Washington D.C., District of Columbia
- Duration:3 hours (approx.)
- TOUR Code:5042WASDIN
Come aboard Washington's premier dining ship! This three-hour dinner cruise takes you along the Potomac River for panoramic views of the nation's greatest monuments as you dine on a four-course dinner.
Highlights
- 3-hour Washington DC dinner cruise
- Freshly prepared 3-course dinner
- Dine and dance to live music
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The boat's unique design allows you to travel beneath the historic bridges spanning the Potomac River, while the glass-atrium dining rooms offer spectacular views.
Dressed in your most festive attire, arrive early and enjoy a cocktail. You'll discover the ship's unique elegance is merely a taste of the experience to come. The Captain and crew will greet you as you step aboard, and the ship's photographer will record the moment for your party. Once on deck, your hostess will greet you and escort you to your private table, where your wait staff will introduce themselves and give you the opportunity to decide how you'd like them to pace your service.
The boat has three climate-controlled dining rooms, an open-air deck to explore and a distinctive atmosphere that's reminiscent of the European canal ships. Be sure to visit the Captain's bridge, open to all passengers throughout most of the cruise.
The menu of creative seasonal hors d'oeuvres, appetizers, entrees and desserts is freshly prepared onboard daily, perfectly complemented by an excellent wine list. With soft piano music, spacious dance floors and live music provided by a five-piece band, the entertainment doesn't end until well after the ship returns to the marina. Dance to everything from classic jazz to contemporary favorites.
As you depart, feeling relaxed and refreshed, you'll find your boarding photo ready for purchase.
Schedule Details
Washington DC Dinner Cruise
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Cruise departs from the Gangplank Marina, Washington, D.C.
Departure Time:- Monday to Thursday - 7:00pm
- Friday and Saturday - 8:00pm
- Sunday - 6:00pm
Boarding begins one hour prior to above times. All departure times are subject to change
Duration:3 hours (approx.)
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Additional Information
- Three-hour dinner cruise
- Three-course dinner with coffee, tea and iced tea
- Service charges
- Tax and fees
- Gratuities
- Other beverages
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Dress code is smart casual such as nice slacks and collared shirts. No jeans, shorts, tank tops, halter-tops, gym shoes or flip flops are worn on the cruise
- All interior areas of the ship are non-smoking, guests who smoke may do so on the outdoor observation decks only
SAMPLE MENU: (subject to change)
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First Course
- Caramelized Duck en Croute: Duck Confit, Forest Mushrooms, Sage and Monterrey Jack Cheese baked in a Puffed Pastry, served over Spaghetti Squash, with Dried Cherries, Candied Pecans and drizzle of Marsala Wine Demi-glace
- Mixed Greens with Apples and Strawberries: Fresh Salad Greens tossed with Granny Smith Apples, caramelized Pecans, Strawberries, Grape Tomatoes and crumbled Bleu Cheese, in a Raspberry Vinaigrette
- Shrimp and Corn Chowder: Roasted Sweet Corn, Gulf Shrimp, Red Peppers and Potato with fresh Cream with an herbed Crouton
- Seafood Mélange: Fresh Atlantic Sea Scallops, Gulf Shrimp and Blue Crab baked with Peppers and Dijon into a cake, accompanied with toasted Crostini
Main Course
- Maple-Glazed Chipolte Chicken: Pan-roasted Smoked Chicken Breast, served with a fiery Vegetable Ratatouille and roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes, topped with a Chipotle Tomato Cream
- Argentinean Salmon: Pan-seared fresh Salmon fillet marinated in spicy Chimichurri Sauce, served over a fried mashed Yucca Cake, topped with a sweet Corn Posole and crispy Corn Tortilla Strips
- Seafood Ravioli Gratinee: Jumbo Ravioli filled with imported Italian Cheeses, topped with Gulf Shrimp, Bay Scallops, and a rustic Pomodoro Sauce
- Mushroom Braised Short Ribs: Braised Beef Short Ribs marinated in a Shallot and Wild Mushroom Gravy, served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Puff Pastry and crispy Onion Straws
- Bourbon and Peach-Glazed Pork Tenderloin: Tender Pork Loin marinated in a Peach Bourbon Glace served with fresh harvest Green Beans and and Sweet Potato Hash Browns
- Roasted Vegetable Napoleon: Ragoût of Tomato, Zucchini, Eggplant, Summer Squash, layered with a White Bean Puree between crispy Lavash, served with a fresh basil Marinara
Desserts
- New York Style Cheesecake: Traditional rich Cheesecake atop a seasonal Glaze
- Decadent Chocolate Truffle Torte: Rich two layer moist Cake filled with a delicate Chocolate Mousse fully enrobed in a smooth Dark Chocolate Ganache
- Peach and Blueberry Crisp: Peach Crisp served with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and a light Blueberry Puree
- Chef's Daily Special: Daily, our Chef creates a specialty dessert for those creative palates
- Chef's Selection of Fresh Fruit
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