The Winter Park Old Fashioned Christmas Cruise (Only Available Here!)

$39.00

Per Guest.

Must Purchase 2 or 4 Tickets Due to Capacity Restrictions.


Waitlist

Did your preferred date sell out? Join the waitlist below. If your date opens up, we receive additional boats, or add additional nights, the list will be contacted first come, first served.

Please don’t call the Scenic Boat Tour. They are not managing these cruises and will refer you back to us. Thank you!


Information for 2025

Original Orlando Tours is thrilled to once again provide our annual Christmas Classic, The Winter Park Old-Fashioned Christmas Cruise, on select nights in December, now in its 6th year!

There are a limited number of seats available to the general public which will go on sale at this website at 9:00am, Wednesday, November 12. In the past, these seats have sold out within minutes, so please try to book right at 9:00am. If you aren’t able to book a seat, please do sign up for the wait list as things come up during the holiday season, and we go down the list in order of signing up to fill last minute cancellations. In order to accommodate as many guests as possible, there is a strict limit of no more than 4 tickets per booking group. For guests of any 2025 Original Orlando Tours, your booking day will be Monday, November 10, and the person who booked your prior tour will receive an email in October with your private booking link.

We can’t wait to celebrate the Christmas season, with all the sights, sounds, smells and tastes, on our annual immersive voyage into Christmas!

Note: Please don’t call the Scenic Boat Tour. They are not managing these cruises and will refer you back to us. Thank you for your cooperation!


Tour Overview

Experience an Orlando holiday tradition with The Winter Park Old Fashioned Christmas Cruise this December! Glide under the stars along the serene lakes and canals of world famous Winter Park while being immersed in the holiday spirit. Each sailing includes Christmas music and caroling, holiday trivia, and a reading of T’was the Night Before Christmas and The Christmas Story.

Tours last approximately 80 minutes. Please check in by 6:15pm at the docks located at 312 East Morse Boulevard in Winter Park for loading. Cruises leave promptly at the scheduled departure time. $39 per person; no discounts, passes or certificates apply due to limited capacity, no refunds after booking.

Tour Includes:

  • 80-Minute Nighttime Christmas Cruise Along the Canals and Lakes of Winter Park.
  • Travel the lakes and canals of Winter Park on a boat with magnificent Christmas views!
  • A piping-hot cup of hot chocolate greets you upon arrival – a fan favorite and original recipe!
  • Your favorite Christmas carols to set the mood for the evening.
  • A beautiful reading of “T’was The Night Before Christmas” and “The Christmas Story” while gliding along the serene waters.
  • Christmas trivia.
  • Children 6 and under must wear a life jacket on the boat.

Season/Time:

The tour lasts approximately 80 Minutes.

Tours depart at 6:30pm SHARP from the Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour docks located at 312 E Morse Blvd, Winter Park, FL 32789. There is free parking around the docks and along the local streets in the area. If coming from the I-Drive or Orlando tourist zones, you may want to allow at least 45 minutes travel time depending on your departure location; check your GPS, Waze, Google Maps or other apps so you can be sure to join our tour in plenty of time.

This tour operates seasonally in December. Check the schedule on this page for exact details.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour to check in. There are no refunds or partial credits for guests who are late to the tour or no-shows. Tours depart regardless of weather!

Private and Large Groups:

Due to overwhelming demand, we may not be able to accommodate group bookings larger than 4.

Cancellation Policy:

Due to the operational nature and demand of this tour, there are no refunds after booking. Please review your Terms and Conditions document for other cancellation provisions.

Sunny’s Local Tips and Bits:

The Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour offers a daytime relaxing, guided cruise through the scenic lakes and winding canals of Winter Park, showcasing historic estates, lush landscapes, and abundant wildlife from a unique waterside perspective. Be sure to come back and book a daytime cruise directly with them!

Other:

This tour is only offered in English. The majority of this tour is given on a boat over water and may not be suitable or accessible for all guests. Florida weather varies throughout the year, so you may want to check the forecast and plan to dress accordingly. We suggest wearing comfortable shoes and bringing an umbrella if there is a chance of rain. Consider bringing a jacket or windbreaker if the weather is chilly! Booking groups will attempt to be sat together, but due to capacity and vehicle layout groups may be split up.