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School Field Trips

Unique School Field Trips in the Hudson River Valley


You can’t find a more unique and exciting school field trip than a narrated cruise on the Hudson River. From grade school to high school, our educational cruises will thrill your students and give them an experience they’ll remember for the rest of their lives!

Hudson Valley school field trips

So Much Fun They’ll Forget They’re Learning

With both inside seating and outdoor viewing, kids can explore the different decks of our vessel while learning about the history of the Hudson River. Sailing on the Rip Van Winkle II II keeps your kids in one place and takes the pressure off of teachers and chaperones, providing a fun, safe, and educational field trip experience.

hudson river valley school field trips

A Unique, Memorable, & Enriching Experience

Getting students out of the classroom is one of the best and easiest ways to get them engaged and interested in what they are learning about. What better way to teach your students about the rich history of the Hudson Valley than to show them! Our educational school group cruises include ecological, architectural, and historical facts and information about the Hudson Valley and the beautiful Hudson River.

Wait a Second, Did You Say Field Trip?

Your students will be eager and excited to board the Rip Van Winkle II for a day out on the water. Our 35 years of educating has made our staff experts at Hudson Valley history, so you can be sure your students will have both a fun and educational experience. Who knows, you might learn a thing or two yourself!

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