Longitudinal World Cruise IV

Honor the lives lost and the moment that shook the world during a visit to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Meet your guide, a local who will bring a personal perspective to the tragedy, then set out for your walk around Ground Zero. View St. Paul’s Chapel and gain insight into the many acts of heroism that took place on that fateful day. Pay your respects at the 9/11 Memorial, two pools within the footprints of the Twin Towers. Here, the names of the almost 3,000 men, women and children lost are inscribed in bronze on the parapets around the pools. After, enter the museum and descend underground to the halls and exhibits. Here, you will have time to independently explore the museum’s growing collection, including items recalling September 11, 2001, and February 26, 1993, including photographs, audio and video, personal effects, expressions of remembrance and recorded testimonies.

Appreciate New York’s famous skyline while sailing with a member of the American Institute of Architects. From buildings to bridges, New York City is home to some of the most iconic architectural and engineering feats in the world. You will transfer to the boat dock, where you will be welcomed on board your yacht and meet your knowledgeable guide, a member of the AIA. Then, sit back and enjoy a beverage while you cruise along the Hudson River. Listen as your guide explains the vision behind the design of numerous buildings, including the Chrysler and Woolworth buildings and One World Trade Center. You will also pass the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, as well as renowned spans like the Brooklyn Bridge—the world’s longest suspension bridge at the time of its completion in 1883. After, return to shore and your ship with a new appreciation of this renowned cityscape.

Experience New York City as the lights come up during this evening excursion. Your exploration culminates at the top of the Empire State Building. Marvel at the dazzling lights of Broadway and the illuminated icons of the city: the string of pearls strung above the humming roadway of the Brooklyn Bridge; the spectacular art deco, stainless steel–capped Chrysler Building; the soaring Rockefeller Center; the neo-Gothic Woolworth Building; and the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor. Continue across Midtown Manhattan and ascend the iconic Empire State Building, one of New York's tallest buildings. From the Observation Deck on the 86th floor, take in breathtaking panoramic views of the city. Afterward, enjoy free time to experience the hustle and bustle of Times Square; stroll, shop, or perhaps visit a café or bar.

Discover the cultural and architectural gems along the Hudson River during a walk through Manhattan’s West Side. Head into historic Greenwich Village for a scenic drive through the heart of the 1960s’ counterculture movement. At Chelsea Market, immerse yourself in its bustling atmosphere while browsing the wares of artisanal food vendors, then ascend to the High Line, an elevated park built on a repurposed railway track. As you walk through the park, admire the views of the city, as well as the many plants and art installations that line the greenway. Cap your tour at the Edge at Hudson Yards, where you will head up to its observation deck on the 100th floor—the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere. Step out onto its glass floor to marvel at the panoramic views of the New York skyline, the Hudson River and beyond. After, return to street level and your ship.

Explore two vibrant, historic neighborhoods to glimpse their past and present as you bid farewell to New York City. Disembark from your ship and drive into Lower Manhattan by motor coach. Admire the city’s bustling streets before arriving at the heart of Chinatown, Columbus Park. Alight your coach and take in the generations of New Yorkers that gather here to play basketball, practice Tai Chi or simply relax on the benches. Set off on foot to explore narrow, historic streets lined with fresh produce, herbalists and bakeries, sampling traditional snacks as you go. Cross Canal Street and pass colorful murals to arrive in Little Italy. Stroll along Mulberry Street, glimpsing bustling restaurants, old Mafia hang-outs and America’s first pizzeria. Pause at an Italian bakery for a classic treat before reboarding your coach and transferring to the airport.

Enjoy a final look at some of Brooklyn’s neighborhoods, including Dumbo and Williamsburg en route to the airport. Disembark your ship, board your motor coach and drive through the bustling streets of Manhattan to explore Brooklyn’s historic neighborhoods. Pause at Fulton Landing, where you will discover the historic charm of Dumbo. Once an old ferry landing, it has since been transformed into an up-and-coming neighborhood that features cobblestone streets and stunning views of New York’s skyline. Continue further into Brooklyn to see classic staples, including Park Slope, a neighborhood of classic brownstone buildings and Prospect Park, an oasis of greenery that is home to Brooklyn’s only lake. Head for Williamsburg, a former manufacturing area that is now known for its thriving art scene and eateries. Finally, end your trip with transfers to JFK and LaGuardia International Airports.