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River Escapes
Boat Trip
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE1 3DX
Tel: +44 01670 785666/ 01670 785 777
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city – a River Escapes cruise offers an unrivalled way to experience NewcastleGateshead’s finest and most famous riverside scenery.
Choose the three-hour QUAY TO SEA cruise from the Gateshead Millennium Bridge and Tyne Gorge, downriver to the river mouth accompanied by a fascinating commentary by one of our knowledgeable guides.
Or relax on the 2-hour upriver QUAYSIDE TO COUNTRYSIDE cruise to Ryton Willows taking in the best town and country views, accompanied by a recorded commentary from one of our most experienced commentators.
Scheduled cruises run throughout the year, or charters are available at other times – please refer to our brochure, visit our website or contact us at our head office our Events Team will be happy to help you.
River Escapes is also the premier venue ON the Tyne for:
• PARTY NIGHTS
• CORPORATE EVENTS
• CELEBRATIONS
• EDUCATIONAL AND SIGHTSEEING CRUISES
Prices vary depending on Cruise, see website for full details.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
North East England Tourism Experience of the Year - Tourism Services Bronze 2008
- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2012
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS
Opening Times
| River Escapes (01/01/2012 - 31/12/2012) |
|---|
* Please ring for details of sailings.
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Quay to Sea Sightseeing Cruise | £12.00 per ticket type |
| Quayside to Countryside Cruise | £10.00 per ticket type |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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