Yorktown Sightseeing Day Sails

Our trip on the ALLAINCE exceeded all expectations. The crew was extremey friendly and patcient as they went over all the parts of the ship and allowed our children to help them set sail. The ride was relaxing and the snacks reasonably priced. It was a memorable afternoon. We look forward to doing it again.

We were very disappointed with the sail. We have done a fair amount of sailing in the past, and were expecting more. There was no wind, so even though the sails were hoisted, we were under motor.

We had a great time, crew quite good and friendly. Unfortunately we did not use the sails due to lack of wind. That was the experience I wanted. This is not anyone's fault, just mother nature not cooperating. We had a lovely day.

Our sail took 2 hours as advertised. Participants were encouraged to assist in hoisting the sails and steering the ship. Crew was friendly and cold drinks and snacks were available for purchase. Seating is limited so you may need to consider this if you are elderly or not able to stand or sit on very small, tight spaces. Crew did not point out sites or give any detail to what we were seeing. I found this disappointing for a "sightseeing" sail.

The Captain and crew made this a very enjoyable cruise. The Captain was very knowledgable of the area. sailing, and historical events.

The two hour trip my husband and I took on the Alliance out of Yorktown, VA was one of the most amazing things we have ever done. We truly enjoyed every minute. The crew was incredibly knowledgable about both the surrounding area and the workings of their vessel. We are strongly considering one of their week long charters in an up coming winter.

It was a wonderful two hour excursion. The three person crew readily talked to all, and answered any questions people had. They let us help raise the sails, and seemed to welcome discussion about the boat, the river, and the area in general. You felt welcome, and a part of their extended family. THANK YOU

peacefull sail on schooner in a beautiful town with restored waterfront. Hosts were helpful and informative. Would love to take an extended sail on this boat.

It was very nice. The wind could have cooperated more and been a bit more gusty. However, it was very relaxing and the views outstanding thanks to blue skies and clear, sunny weather.

Hi! My wife and I were visiting Williamsburg and the surrounding area for the 2nd consecutive year(with many more to come, God willing) and we spent a lot of time visiting historical sites. Of course, our endeavors included spending time at Yorktown. We saw a brochure for sailing cruises for the ALLIANCE and bought tickets post haste. Unfortunately, or so we thought, the ALLIANCE was on charter duty and we ended up on the SERENITY. As it turns out, sailing aboard the SERENITY was one of the best parts of our vacation. The SERENITY is a beautiful sailing vessel, and our trip was wonderful. The skipper and crew were accomodating, beyond polite and so very knowledgable. We sailed down the York River, and around the Yorktown Harbor area for 2 hours and could not have had more fun. Every member of the crew was absolutely professional, and gracious and we had a blast. Did I mention that my wife and I had a blast? As a 10-year veteran of both the Navy and Coast Guard, it felt good to get back out on the water, if only briefly. My wife and I highly recommend this experience for one and all. We plan to do it again next year. Our eternal thanks to the crew members who made our "voyage" so very enjoyable. TAKE THIS CRUISE!!!! YOU WON'T REGRET IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!