New York Helicopter Tour and Dinner Cruise

Explore New York By Air and Sea During a Romantic Helicopter Tour and Dinner Cruise

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Price for 2 Participants

New York Helicopter Tour and Dinner Cruise

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Soar Above New York City on a Helicopter Tour
Enjoy a Delicious Dinner and Dancing on the Hudson River
Discover Breathtaking Views of New York City From the Sky & Sea

General Information

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Discover the Big Apple in style as you fly above New York City in a helicopter and then enjoy a gourmet dinner on a boat during an entertaining Dinner Cruise!

The fun begins near Manhattan’s South Street Seaport where you will board the Helicopter and enjoy a 12 to 15 minute tour of New York from the air. From the Statue of Liberty to Central Park you will enjoy a bird’s eye view of New York City. Upon landing, you will head to Chelsea Piers on the West side of the City. Here you will be greeted by the Captain as you board the ship for your three-hour Dinner Cruise. Throughout the cruise you will sail South down the Hudson River where you will enjoy views of lower Manhattan, Brooklyn and the Jersey City Skyline’s. After you enjoy your meal, step out on the deck with a cocktail and have your picture taken when the ship pauses in front of Lady Liberty! Then you can dance the night away or simply enjoy the New York Harbor views.

So whether you are looking for the ultimate date night, a unique gift or the best NYC Tour, this Helicopter Ride and Dinner Cruise is the Ticket!

Where It's Located

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Downtown & Midtown New York, New York

Who Is Included

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Participants
The New York Helicopter Tour and Dinner Cruise Experience Gifts Certificate is valid for two participants. There may be up to five additional participants on the Helicopter Tour and two hundred additional participants on the cruise.

Guests
This experience is not suitable for non-paying guests or spectators.

When It Is Offered

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The New York Helicopter Tour and Dinner Cruise is offered on select dates year-round, subject to availability. Flights are typically scheduled for 2:00 PM and cruises typically depart at 7:00 PM.

How Long Is It

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The Helicopter Tours have a flight time of 11 to 15 minutes and a total duration of approximately 45 minutes. The Dinner Cruises have a sail time of 3 hours and a total duration of approximately 3½ hours.

Weather

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The Helicopter Tours may be rescheduled by the Pilot due to high winds, heavy rain, fog or other inclement weather. The New York Dinner Cruises may be held dockside if there are severe weather conditions.

Dinner Cruise Reservations must be attended even if the Helicopter Tour has to be rescheduled due to weather.

What To Wear

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Business Casual attire is suggested. T-shirts, casual jeans, shorts, and sneakers are strongly discouraged.

Additional Information

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All participants must observe the following security requirements:

Must have a valid Government Issued Photo ID (Passport or Driver's License). Participants must: 1) check in all bags with security - no carry-ons or handbags will be allowed on the flights; 2) walk through a metal detector; 3) pay a mandatory Heliport security fee of $2.50 PER PERSON and a $40 PER PERSON Heliport Fee. Personal cameras and video cameras are allowed onboard once they are cleared through security.

The Operator of this tour reserves the right to upgrade, alter or terminate any or all sightseeing tours due to security, weather or acts of God.

Buffet Dinner Cruise Menu

The Salads- Served with freshly baked bread, whipped and flavored butter

Organic Mixed Field Greens
Smoked Bacon, Grape Tomatoes, English Cucumbers, Carrots, Corn, American Cheddar Cheese, Herb Croutons served with either House-Made Ranch Dressing, Balsamic Vinaigrette, or Low-Fat Italian Dressing

Organic Spinach & Kale Salad
Aged Reggiano Parmesan Cheese, Red Bell Peppers, Red Onions, Lemon and Oregano Dressing

Roasted Red Beet Salad
Pickled Shallots, Fresh Mint, Italian Parsley

Mediterranean Couscous & Chickpea Salad
Scallions, Plum Tomatoes, Cumin and Paprika Vinaigrette

Orzo and Bay Shrimp Salad
Scallions, English Cucumbers, Cherry Tomatoes, Dill and Mustard Vinaigrette

Vegetables and Pastas

Roasted Broccoli Florets
Toasted Garlic, Chili Flakes

Creamed Corn & Cheddar Cheese Casserole
Green Chilies, Scallions, Fresh Cilantro

Baked Ziti Pasta
Aged Reggiano Parmesan Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese, Spinach and Garlic Sauce

Mashed Potatoes Idaho Potatoes and Roasted Garlic

The Entrees

Oven Baked Atlantic Cod Filet
Tomato, Shallot and Caper Sauce

Honey and Sesame Chicken
Scallions, Fresno Chilies

Whole-Roasted Pork Loin
Dijon Mustard Cream Sauce

Braised Beef Short Ribs
Baby Carrots, Cabernet Sauvignon Sauce

The Dessert

Seasonal Fruit
Lemon Pound Cake & Strawberries
Vanilla Bean Mousse & Raspberry Sauce
Red Velvet & Chocolate Chip Brownie
Caramel Apple Bread Pudding

*Menu subject to change. Please inform your server if anyone in your party has a food allergy.

Price includes tax and service charge. Beverages other than water, coffee and tea are additional and can be purchased on board.

Limited paid parking is available at the boarding location.

ITEM/SKU NUMBER: 07GLJS001

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Changes to reservations for the New York Helicopter Tour and Dinner Cruise Experience cannot be made once the date of this Experience is reserved.

Xperience Certificates® cannot be exchanged once a reservation for the experience has been made.

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New York Fly and Dine Customer Reviews

Average Rating: 4 stars out of 5
Excellent Birthday Surprise

I surprised my boyfriend with this certificate and it was EXCELLENT! The Helicopter ride was AMAZING and the people who worked there were equally awesome. The cruise was a nice way to end the evening. The food was 5 stars and the onboard entertainment was just that entertaining. Although, there was a time gap between each event it worked out because we end up walking the Highline and passed the time.
Lyfe - NYC
Verified Xperience Days Participant
review of fly and dine experience

The dinner cruise was great and I would recommend it to any one visiting New York. The helicopter tour was ok. There were six of us packed into the tiny space and only three people had windows. I would say that if you have the time and extra money you should go one time, but I wouldn't waste my money on a second tour. I would do the boat cruise again though.
Erin - New York City
Verified Xperience Days Participant
BEST EXPERIENCE EVER!

My husband received this gift for his 50th and I'm sure he will never forget this day. We had a wonderful pilot who took us for our tour of NYC. Dinner was wonderful too, great service, good food and fantastic view of the NY skyline. A memorable day and worth every penny!!
Riah - Sewell, NJ
Verified Xperience Days Participant
Had the best time!

It was so much fun seeing NYC from both the air and sea. We got up close to the Statue of Liberty and other amazing New York sights. Had the best day and would definitely do it again.
Natalya Lozano - New York
Verified Xperience Days Participant
Amazing

The helicopter ride was incredible, even as a local New Yorker! The views were breathtaking, and the staff was very friendly. The Dinner Cruise was so much fun and everyone was extremely kind. The food was superb! We also sailed around the statue of liberty - it was gorgeous to look at in the evening. This was an amazing experience and I recommend this to everyone!!
Kasia - New York, NY
Verified Xperience Days Participant
Fly and Dine

It was a wonderful experience. The dinner cruise was excellent. The helicopter ride was good but would have liked to have seen more.
Russell - Broome
Verified Xperience Days Participant
Fly & Dine

A great experience, even as a resident New Yorker. The little lady friend had a great time too :)
Terry - NY
Verified Xperience Days Participant
Fly & Dine

Worth every penny!! I loved it! This was the most romantic xperience ever! The helicopter ride was so smooth and the view was awesome. I loved every minute of it. While we were waitng to board the the cruise we went to a brewery on pier 59 (or 60) and it was the best. Then the cruise, it was amazing, the crew was so nice, the glass view beautiful, the food incredible, and the music and lighting set the mood just right. I can't wait to plan it again.
Wendy - NY
Verified Xperience Days Participant
Fly and Dine

Our fly and dine experience was the highlight of our New York trip over the holidays. We received a gift certificate to participate as a wedding gift and loved the entire experience. We heartily recommend this trip to anyone looking for a beautiful way to enjoy the City's skyline. You'll fall in love with NYC all over again whether you are a local or a tourist.
Eva Melatti - NY, NY
Verified Xperience Days Participant
NY Fly & Dine

October 29, 2008 - My husband and I throughly enjoyed our day. The helicopter was our first time and enjoyed the flight, 15 mins. goes by very quickly. A longer flight next time, there is so much to see. The dinner on the Bateaux, was top of the line, food, service and the music, we could not have asked for anything more. It was like being on an island. When we cruised up to the Statue of Liberty and the band played 'God Bless America', it was so Patriotic, it was very moving. It was first class, from the being to end. PS. I hope the waitress reveiced her tip from your company. It was included in the gift package.
Margaret Hewitt - New Jersey
Verified Xperience Days Participant
NY Fly & Dine

The helicopter ride was exciting, great quick way to see the city from above. The dinner cruise was ehhh... dance floor was too packed, food was okay. And, if your upstairs on the cruise, you can't see the entertainment. Overall, it was a nice night out.
Jen - NJ
Verified Xperience Days Participant
NY Fly & Dine

The helicopter ride and cruise was wonderful. The views were stunning. I would highly recommend it. The only negative was the disorganized nature of the helicopter tour. It appeared completely unorganized when arriving at the heliport from initial greeting to getting into the helicopter. Once airborne, everything was great.
Holger - Boston
Verified Xperience Days Participant
NY Fly & Dine

I wasn't sure about getting on a helicopter but I am glad that I did. It was a fabulous day. What a way to see the city. The food on the dinner cruise could have been a little better but it wasn't terrible. The city is beautiful when lit up at night.
Tammy - NJ
Verified Xperience Days Participant
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Question: I am interested in this experience. Is it a private experience or will we be accompanied by random people?

Answer: There may be up to 5 additional participants on the Helicopter Tour and 300 additional participants on the cruise.
Question: Is there an age limit? We will be visiting New York this summer and I thought this would be a great Xperience to surprise the family with. We have two children four and seven.

Answer: There is no age restriction on either the Helicopter Flight Tour or the Dinner Cruise. However, the Dinner Cruise is not recommended for small children. The Dinner Cruise has a buffet of gourmet menu selections and there is no children's menu.
Question: Hello I was just wondering, if the prices that I see for 2 people. I would like to send this as an engagement gift. My husband and I have been on a similar Heli tour before and there was a helicopter fee we had to pay. Is there one on this tour as well? Is it included in the price? I would like to send them with the appropriate amount of money.

Answer: The price is for two people for both the helicopter tour and the dinner cruise. Additional fees will be due upon arrival at the Heliport.
Question: We received this as an engagement gift and would like to know if there is transportation provided between the heliport and the docks for the dinner cruise.

Answer: The participants are responsible for the Transportation between the two events.
Question: Looking into this for a birthday present for my wife. The product description for the Helicopter Tour and Dinner Cruise that if the flight is cancelled for bad weather we must still attend the cruise that day. Why would they not cancel both? Will we still get to go on the helicopter tour if it is cancelled and the cruise is not?

Answer: The helicopter tour is more likely to be cancelled than the dinner cruise. The dinner can still be held dockside if necessary during rain and high winds. If the pilot determines that the helicopter tour must be cancelled due to weather he will reschedule with you directly.
Question: How should I dress for the cruise?

Answer: For men, appropriate attire includes slacks and a polo or button down shirt. For women, nice slacks, Capri pants or a sundress is recommended.
Question: I am interested in giving this to my Daughter and her Fiance as an engagement gift. Will there be entertainment on the cruise?

Answer: The Cruise features DJ entertainment and there is a large dance floor.
Question: I am interested in this as a surprise for my wife. If I don't choose the romance on the water package will we be seated with other people?

Answer: The cruise ship for this experience features cruise style seating. While they do offer tables for two, the majority of our tables accommodate four to eight people, and guests are sometimes seated with other parties in the tradition of ocean-going cruises
Question: I was messaging today to find out whether or not under 21’s can enjoy this experience. We are coming over from England and realize we wouldn’t be able to drink but is it still available?

Answer: Participants in the New York Helicopter Tour and Dinner Cruise must be 18 years of age or older if unaccompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

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