Orange County Premier Brunch Cruise from Newport Beach
4.5
Orange County Premier Brunch Cruise from Newport Beach
By Newport Beach City Cruises
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Ages 0-99, max of 150 per group
Duration: 2h
Start time: Check availability
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- Two hour Brunch Cruise
- Free Flowing Champagne, mimosas and sparkling cider
- Unlimited Coffee, hot tea, iced tea, and water
- Live Entertainment
- All Fees and Taxes
What's not included- Beverage service (available for purchase)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Start:
- 2431 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USABoarding: Mariner's Mile, 2431 W.Coast Highway #101. Parking: $10 per car/Cash only. On-site cash only parking is limited and first come, first served. Alternative offsite public parking lots and metered street parking also available in the area.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 2540P120- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- All areas on board are non-smoking.
- From Anaheim/ Disneyland to Newport Beach = approximately 1 hour (depending on where you are)
- Stroller accessible - stairs for boarding and more stairs for dining level
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travellers
- All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
- Are there stairs onboard the boat?
- There is no ramp for boarding, so guests must step onboard. From there, it is six steps to the main deck, and three additional steps to reach the buffet. There is also an upper deck that is 16 steps up from the main deck.Answered Oct 2023
The tour operator has provided the following answers to customers’ questions.- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 2540P120
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Itinerary
- 2431 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USABoarding: Mariner's Mile, 2431 W.Coast Highway #101. Parking: $10 per car/Cash only. On-site cash only parking is limited and first come, first served. Alternative offsite public parking lots and metered street parking also available in the area.
- 1Enjoy jazz music via satellite radio and a delicious brunch buffet while you cruise the famous Newport Beach Harbor, featuring a savory selection of brunch favorites! This bubbly brunch includes free-flowing complimentary sparkling wine. Sample Menu 1st course Starter • Fresh fruit platter • Basket of brunch pastries, butter chips & preserves 2nd Course Salads • Trio of Freshly Made Salads 3rd Course: Seafood • Shrimp Cocktail with house shrimp sauce • Roasted Salmon with cherry Chipotle glaze 4th Course: Choice of Entrée • Carved Turkey Breast with Apricot-Cranberry Sauce • French Toast topped with Strawberries and Bananas, side of maple syrup • Chicken Apple Sausage with Scrambled eggs • Short Rib Bene with a buttermilk biscuit, shredded short ribs red wine sauce 5th Course: Sweets • Assorted Petite Fours; cookies, brownies, mini tarts, and chocolate berries
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- Passport5878090 contributionsAwful !Good and service were terrible. They ran out of food. Our waitress kept asking us what we would like for our first course after informing us that there were no choices as they were out of everything but the bisque. We received our entrees minutes before we pulled into the doc at the end of the trip. Would never do this again !Written 9 September 2024
- SandreaGoldfarb0 contributionsGreat ExperienceThe dinner had amazing views, staff, food, and entertainment . We were greeted with Champagne and given Chocolate truffle on the way. Everyone was extremely friendlyWritten 29 March 2024
- S7066OSbrandonm0 contributionsScamScam canceled our cruise and never paid us back. We called and they promised to pay us back but never did. A year later and they still refused to pay us back after canceling 2 weeks before the cruise after having tickets for 8 monthsWritten 2 December 2023
- OnAir6847970 contributionsExcellent Thanksgiving Brunch CruiseMy family decided to do the two hour Thanksgiving premiere brunch. It was a wonderful experience, and we definitely recommend it. The staff was very welcoming, the food was delicious, and the ambiance was perfect for Thanksgiving.Written 25 November 2023
- 264timothyk0 contributionsBeautiful evening!The evening was lovely. The weather was perfect. The staff could not have been kinder or more attentive. The cocktails were delicious and the food was equally as good.Written 22 October 2023
- normh2170 contributionsHappy Newly Weds.It was an amazing experience for my new wife who had never been to California. I had planned the cruise as part of our newly wed trip. The table was perfect with Champaign and roses waiting for our arrival. The menu and food was great. Service was awesome! The cruise can be a little expensive with all the add-ons but as a special occasion event its money well spent. It created a lasting impression/memory for my wife and myself...Written 11 October 2023
- OnlyMakeYouStronger0 contributionsSave yourself some time and money and go have dinner at Ruby's on the peer insteadDisappointed with the overall experience. The parking and boarding was fine but we could not escape the horrible food and atmosphere. We tried to escape to the top floor but it appeared as if they literally soaked the seating with water 💦 in a attempt to make you be in the lower decks drinking where they make their real money. If you are a pie eyed alcoholic I highly recommend this as a wedding reception cruise and with enough alcohol you won't notice that you're cruising in a circle in the bay not getting a scenic dinner tour. Don't forget to bring a jacket and a peanut butter sandwich.Written 8 October 2023
- brenda8730 contributionsWorth The WaitWe waited 4 years to do this trip! We booked trip in Sept 2019, but had to cancel. They gave us a gift card for the next time we were in California. This boat doesn't run all the time so we had to wait until it was on the schedule. Best trip ever! The Wild Goose did not disappoint! It was so beautiful and still original! We got to see all the original cabins. Fun to experience were John Wayne actually resided on the boat. Very cool experience!Written 25 September 2023
- Mobile6424170 contributionsVery NiceI loved the cruise! The staff was amazing, the food incredible! The sights in the Newport Harbor, the sunset, breathtaking!Written 7 August 2023
- TrembleClefs-880 contributionsA wonderful day cruising Newport.My granddaughter and I always take the Mother's Day brunch cruise and just love it. The service is excellent and the food so delicious.Written 18 May 2023
- isabelgW3758FK0 contributions5 start cruise experienceExcellent cruise experience all around!! From boarding to the food and hospitality, it was all great. I highly recommend this cruise! Our server Madison was friendly and very attentive, we had a window seat and it was worth the upgrade. I’ll definitely be making time to try the brunch cruise next. It was a great Mother’s Day:)Written 16 May 2023
- S4129OTdebbiev0 contributionsGreat Family TimeParticularly enjoyed being aboard The Wild Goose and experiencing the surroundings of John Wayne. The staff were all genuinely personable. The food was very good and with great variety. Great day experience over all.Written 19 April 2023
- Departure7906960 contributionsNot greatIt was very unorganized, the server only got our appetizers right, they forgot one of our entrees all together, and I paid for the drink package and ended up having to buy my drinks. On top of that the bartender was so busy, it took forever to get drinks.Written 31 January 2023
- 261garys0 contributionsDo this Cruise!We held a wedding with City Cruises, which was exceptional. Our most recent dinner cruise was on Christmas Eve. Boat, weather, sunset, crew, food, music all were exceptional. We will keep going and taking out of town guests for a unique and wonderful Southern California experience.Written 27 December 2022
- kareneV9960CF0 contributionsFabulous NightMy favorite time of the cruise was dancing and getting other people involved. I absolutely loved seeing the servers joint in dance with us also to celebrate persons with birthdays and anniversaries. It’s just beautiful seeing people whom you’ve never met, coming together for a good time!Written 23 July 2022
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mrmiguelito
Irvine, CA113 contributions
This was our first time on Hornblower, we sailed from Newport so there's a choice of 2 boats, John Wayne's and the larger one, while I was slightly disappointed we didn't get the famous Wild Goose I think it's named, the other boat was actually very comfortable and spacious, and considering the number of people on the boat, we are glad we got that one. It seemed like there were 100 people celebrating their birthday, along with one person in our party.
But we were thoroughly impressed with the quality of food, the friendly and very attentive staff. Everyone from the captain and first mate, to the photographer, to our server Abagail, everyone was super professional and really made our experience outstanding. We had some little toddlers in our group and the staff made their experience one to remember. Not the cheapest option, but well worth it.
But we were thoroughly impressed with the quality of food, the friendly and very attentive staff. Everyone from the captain and first mate, to the photographer, to our server Abagail, everyone was super professional and really made our experience outstanding. We had some little toddlers in our group and the staff made their experience one to remember. Not the cheapest option, but well worth it.
Written 2 January 2020
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Verlia W
2 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
A very wonderful experience. The food was delicious! Great job behind the scenes chef. On this cruise they call you by table to get your meal. It avoids a long line. I like that. Shea was not our server but he rocked his table and ours and whoever else needed support. He is a true keeper. Loved his energy and overall positive vibe. Shea you made the difference for many.
The staff are all available to help your group take pictures. Nice touch!
My suggestion; City Cruise I would suggest professional photo opportunities to buy for the groups, families, couples, etc. We did that on another cruise for San Diego. It was a win.
Thank you for the great variety of food choices and bottomless mimosas!...The best!
Nice having parking right where we board. Very good!
We would definitely City Cruise brunch again.
The staff are all available to help your group take pictures. Nice touch!
My suggestion; City Cruise I would suggest professional photo opportunities to buy for the groups, families, couples, etc. We did that on another cruise for San Diego. It was a win.
Thank you for the great variety of food choices and bottomless mimosas!...The best!
Nice having parking right where we board. Very good!
We would definitely City Cruise brunch again.
Written 10 July 2023
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Steve S
1 contribution
Aug 2022
Cruise staff were very friendly, champagne glasses were kept full. The onboard live music was not too loud. We are blessed to live close to Newport Beach but the views from the bay provided a nice change of scenery. Weather was perfect. The brunch offered many options and nice deserts were also provided.
Written 9 August 2022
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Andrea C
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Jun 2024 • Friends
First off I would like to say that this brunch cruise has no grace period and leaves on the dot. I get it and totally understandable, but please hear my side of the story. We had planned a birthday brunch cruise for my bestie’s birthday celebration (mind you we group of friends 6 of us are a busy bunch and see each other only a few times a year). This was planned out a few months ago and so I was so excited especially hanging out with friends and no kids for a few hours is rare in my case. Well it came to the day of the brunch cruise 6/15/2024 at 11am. I leave my home close to 1.5 hours (9:40am) prior to boat departure because says about 45-50 minutes to get there and ETA when I first left my home was 10:30. Little did I know that the end of the 55 fwy was going to be dead stopped for almost 25-30 minutes. I notified my friends so they can notify the crew and captain. Well here I am panicking stuck in traffic ETA has escalated to now 11:01am and I am racing. I talked to my friends a few times and the last time before boat takes off I said I am pulling into parking lot and all I heard was the horn of the boat as I entered the parking. My friend let me know that the captain said if he sees me physically running out of my car he would turn boat around but at that point the 1 minute gave me so much anxiety I just could not catch my breath! I gave up and cried. The fact that the captain knew I was right there I felt like he was mocking me some kind of way or who knows maybe he was having a bad day. Anyways I honestly don’t like writing negative reviews but this one hit my soul because it wasn’t the monetary part I was upset about it was just the entire experience that I will never get to do with my friends :(
Written 27 June 2024
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Andrea, we are truly sorry to hear about your experience with the brunch cruise. We understand how frustrating it must have been to miss such a special occasion. We appreciate you sharing your feedback with us and will take it into consideration to improve our services moving forward.
Written 28 June 2024
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SyllyTX
Dallas, TX201 contributions
From the time we boarded to the time we left, we had stellar service! The Bruch buffet had a great selection of food, & the bottomless beverages were great! The music was a nice touch, & we loved that they called out the special events such as Birthdays. The Newport waterway was a beautiful & scenic cruise. Our server Kevin was extremely attentive & made our birthday girl feel special. Great event & highly recommend!
Written 11 October 2022
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Arnetta M
33 contributions
Oct 2022 • Friends
This cruise is aptly titled "premier". Excellent on every level. The location and parking was great. Very smooth boarding process and the staff was really friendly. The food and music was amazing and the ship had several great spots for photos, playing games or simply relaxing. Definitely 5 stars!
Written 30 October 2022
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Amalia E
18 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
We had an absolutely spectacular brunch. An extraordinary variety, impeccable service, cleanliness and attention cannot be matched. Very kind and attentive to me as I am disabled and they helped me a lot. I will return from a thousand loves in a short time. I have rarely had such a good brunch. CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Written 14 May 2024
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Kuhner
Buffalo, NY2 contributions
Sept 2022
From start to finish this cruise exceeded our expectations. Beautiful views, great food, excellent service, and plenty of bottomless mimosas to be feeling good. Sydney was a fantastic server and super friendly. We will be back.
Written 12 September 2022
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Wow, this is great to hear! This sort of feedback is exactly why we do what we do, so we really appreciate you reaching out! Thanks again, and we hope to see you back soon.
Written 1 October 2022
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Trek526218
1 contribution
Went on a Sunday brunch with family. Ship was nice and clean, had good food choices, great unlimited champagne/mimosas, attentive servers, upper deck had nice furniture setup. We also had wonderful entertainment, one-man playing sax.
Written 24 June 2024
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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Sunday brunch with your family and found the ship clean, with good food choices, and attentive servers. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon!
Written 25 June 2024
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Darren M
1 contribution
Hospitality on the cruise is top notch. Live music plus a well stocked bar and great customer service means we will be back for another cruise in the future.
Written 3 October 2024
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Thanks for the fantastic feedback, Darren! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the hospitality, live music, and service. It's always our goal to create memorable experiences. We can't wait to welcome you back for another amazing cruise!
Written 6 October 2024
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