Tasting Tours Aboard Solaris!
Enjoy sampling sunsets and local produce aboard the Solaris the Elements of Taste Cruises. These cruises cover a variety of Hudson Valley and food related topics - complete with tasty samples and a gorgeous view of the sunset! Tickets include a pleasant boat ride on the Hudson River, tasting samples, still and sparkling water. Plus, passengers are welcome to bring their own beverages too. Cruises are 1 hour and 15 mins.
The 2023 Elements of Taste Cruise schedule:
The 2023 Elements of Taste Cruise schedule:
- Thursday, July 6, 6pm: Hudson Valley Cheese
- Thursday, August 17, 6pm: Hudson Valley Apples and Cider
- Thursday, September 21, 6pm: Hudson Valley Apples and Cider
APPLES & HARD CIDER TASTING
The Esopus Spitzenburg was Thomas Jefferson’s favorite. Millions were grown here, in hundreds of varieties, and shipped as far away as Germany. Even today apple orchards dot the banks of the Hudson River. Learn about why Americans eat so many apples, why New York was and still is one of the world’s biggest producers, and how American apple pie is really Dutch New York apple pie. Taste local heirloom apples and learn their individual stories. New York state is also a leading producer of hard apple cider. Learn about the cidering process as well as our local producers in the Hudson Valley.
The Esopus Spitzenburg was Thomas Jefferson’s favorite. Millions were grown here, in hundreds of varieties, and shipped as far away as Germany. Even today apple orchards dot the banks of the Hudson River. Learn about why Americans eat so many apples, why New York was and still is one of the world’s biggest producers, and how American apple pie is really Dutch New York apple pie. Taste local heirloom apples and learn their individual stories. New York state is also a leading producer of hard apple cider. Learn about the cidering process as well as our local producers in the Hudson Valley.
CHEESE TASTING
Learn about why New York has so many award winning cheeses, a booming diary industry, and our local Hudson Valley cheese makers. We will sample our way through cheddars, chevres, and Roqueforts. With a history dating back to 5500 BC, cheese has a fascinating history and extreme relevance to the Hudson Valley today.
Learn about why New York has so many award winning cheeses, a booming diary industry, and our local Hudson Valley cheese makers. We will sample our way through cheddars, chevres, and Roqueforts. With a history dating back to 5500 BC, cheese has a fascinating history and extreme relevance to the Hudson Valley today.
All tickets include boat ride, tastings and beverages, and general admission to the Hudson River Maritime Museum.
Adult (21-61): $45
Senior (62+): $40
Please note: Due to the presence of alcohol, children are not allowed on this cruise.
Adult (21-61): $45
Senior (62+): $40
Please note: Due to the presence of alcohol, children are not allowed on this cruise.