Romantic Dinner Cruise NC

Enjoy a romantic North Carolina dinner cruise on the many majestic waterways of this fantastic state.

View of Lake Norman, North Carolina

There are numerous exciting dinner cruises to choose from in North Carolina. The decison depends on exactly which part of the state you would like to visit, and also what specific type of boat you would prefer to cruise aboard. Let's take a closer look at some popular options.

Lake Norman is conveniently situated only 30 minutes north of Charlotte. With two fabulous boats to choose from, you can go for the elegant dinner cruise or opt for something a little bit more casual.

The Lady of the Lake is an amazing 90 foot luxury yacht with all the trimmings. This fabulous yacht offers an exciting two and a half hour romantic dinner cruise. The elegant décor features rich cherry wood, and an enclosed salon in both the upper and lower levels of the yacht. Each level of the salon features humongous windows which provide a wonderful view of the lake. The Lady is completely air conditioned and heated, so passengers can always experience the lake comfortably. The Lady embarks on her dinner cruises year round. Two luxurious full service bars are also aboard this extraordinary vessel.

The Catawba Queen is a more casual cruise than the Lady. The Catawba Queen is a replica Mississippi River boat. Enjoy the experience and all the nostalgia of cruising aboard a magnificent paddle boat in the spirit of Mark Twain.

Enjoy the delicious menu aboard the Lady. Dishes include your choice of 16 ounce prime rib, herb roasted salmon, or sliced pork loin with herb aus jus. The cuisine is truly fantastic. If you want something absolutely extraordinary, choose the surf and turf. The surf and turf consists of a tender 8 ounce filet, served with a four ounce lobster tail. The surf and turf menu does come at a cost of $75. All the entrees offer light hors d’oeuvres, served with the house salad of mixed greens. Entrees also include potato, steamed vegetables, coffee, tea, bread and butter, and of course fabulous dessert.

The Lady takes to the lake on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. Passengers board the yacht at 7 pm, and the Lady departs at 7:30 pm. The cruise returns at 10 pm.

The price for adults is $55.95. The price for seniors is $52.95. Children 12 and under pay $35.95.

Every Thursday a buffet cruise is offered. The menu includes herb roasted chicken, smoked salmon, sliced prime rib, mashed potatoes, house salad, bread and butter, coffee or tea, and strawberry shortcake for dessert. The weekly buffet cruise departs at 7:30 pm and passengers board the ship at 7. The yacht returns at 9:30 pm. The cost is $35.95 for adults, $32.95 for seniors, and $19.95 for children.

Enjoy the exciting vistas along the scenic shoreline of Lake Norman on this romantic North Carolina dinner cruise. You’ll see many exquisite homes and wildlife, while listening to the paddleboat swishing through the starlit ripples of the evening. Experience the enchantment, romance, and mystique of this Mississippi paddleboat.

Enjoy your choice of 14 ounce prime rib, smoked salmon filet, or herb roasted chicken. All entrees begin with light hors d’oeuvres, served with a house salad of mixed greens. Entrees come with potato, steamed vegetables, bread and butter, coffee or tea, and of course a mouthwatering dessert.

Passengers board the boat at 6:30 pm and the boat departs at 7 pm. The cruise returns at 9:30 pm.

The cost for adults is $45.95. The cost for seniors is $42.95. The cost for children 12 and under is $25.95.

• Reservations are required for both of the evening cruises and are based on a passenger minimum. Payment is required at the time the reservation is made. Reservations are accepted all the way up to 12 pm the day of the cruise.
• The refund policy is as follows: There is a full refund for cancellation with more than 72 hours notice. No refund for a cancellation that occurs less than 24 hours from the cruise departure time. A cancellation between 24 and 72 hours means that the cruise must be rescheduled.
• Cruises depart as schedule warrants, unless wind conditions are too severe. In this event, dinner is served at the dock, or passengers can reschedule.
• All cruise prices are per person and do not include gratuity or tax.
• Both boats are available for chartering.

Queen’s Landing
1459 River Highway
Mooresville, NC 28117
704-663-2628

Dinner cruises on North Carolina's Crystal Coast are scenic and romantic.

• Lookout Cruises cordially invites you for a splendid Beaufort moonlit and sunset cruise. For more information contact:

Lookout Cruises
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 504-SAIL

• From the Morehead City waterfront, enjoy a dinner mystery tour aboard the magnificent 250 passenger Diamond City. For more information contact:

Diamond City
410 Front St. Suite 2
Morehead City, NC 28516
(252) 728-7827

• Enjoy a cruise aboard The Royal Winner Princess II for a delicious two hour dinner cruise. The cruise departs from the Carolina Beach Marina and into the famous Cape Fear River. Dinner is served in a luxurious air conditioned dining room. The menu includes succulent barbecue chicken, steamed shrimp, corn on the cob, cole slaw, garlic bread, and dessert. The cost is $35 per person. For reservations and more information call (910) 458-5356.

• Henrietta II is a fabulous river paddleboat which offers many exciting cruises, including a special shrimp barbecue dinner and dance cruise (Fridays, April through December), a redneck wedding comedy dinner cruise (Thursdays, May through October), and a mystery murder dinner (Tuesdays, May through October). For pricing and more information contact:

Cape Fear Riverboats
South Water and Dock streets
Downtown Wilmington
(800) 676-0162
Cape Fear Riverboats

The Lake Lure Dinner Cruise departs Tuesday through Saturday, until October, and provides a delicious dinner of Atlantic salmon, New York Sirloin, marinated grilled chicken, or tender porterhouse.

The cruise costs $65 per person. For more information please contact (800) 419-3854 or (828) 694-3015.

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