Odyssey Cruises - Washington DC

Escape from the ordinary. Step aboard Odyssey and enjoy a two-or three-hour escape to the signature elegance and total entertainment experience only a true luxury cruising vessel can provide. Creative appetizers, entrees and desserts prepared fresh onboard, daily. Award-winning wines. Dancing to live music. And unmatched views of the nation's greatest monuments drifting past your table.

The Odyssey III is the only vessel designed specifically to travel beneath the historic bridges spanning the Potomac, Odyssey offers exclusive river views of the nation's greatest monuments from every table. At times when wind and tide conditions prevent navigation to the Kennedy Center and Georgetown, an alternate route south on the Potomac and past historical Old Town Alexandria will be taken.

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Washington DC Lunch Cruise - Odyssey - Monday - Friday

A year round favorite, Odyssey's casual lunch cruise brunch is the perfect way to experience Washington's skyline views from a unique vantage point.
The Odyssey experience begins as you board the luxury yachtr. After a quick stop for a commemorative boarding photo, one of our host's will seat you at your table. Relax with a beverage, or tour the ships three indoor dining rooms.

A great way to start your afternoon is by watching the boat castoff from one of our outside observation decks.
When you are ready to begin lunch, order your meal from the extensive menu of creative appetizers, entrees and desserts complemented perfectly by our excellent wine list. Bring an appetite, as the food is delicious, plentiful and always prepared freshly to your specifications.

Throughout the cruise enjoy the music of Chane Link. Delighting guests with a variety of music, spanning the decades from the 60's to the 90's incorporating blues, standards and contemporary jazz.

 

 

Washington DC Gourmet Lunch Cruise

Duration:
Approximately 2 Hours

January - December: Monday - Saturday at 11:30am and Sundays at 12:00pm

Product Code: ODW-1538   

Adult: Mon - Frid	$66.37
Child 3-12: Mon - Frid	$33.19
Adult: Weekend Brunch	$87.65
Child 3-12: Weekend Brunch	$43.83

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Washington DC Brunch Cruise - Odyssey - Saturday and Sunday

A family favorite, Odyssey's brunch is the perfect way to experience Washington's skyline views from a unique vantage point.
Brunch Cruise Includes: Luxury Cruise: Our friendly hostess will seat you at your private table for a two hour escape to the signature elegance and total entertainment experience only a true luxury cruising vessel can provide. Unmatched Skyline Views: Enjoy spectacular views from your table. Explore the ship and her many observation decks. Distinctive Cuisine: You and your guests will dine on a bountiful array of appetizers, salads, entress, and desserts that is sure to please any number of tastes. All prepared fresh onboard daily. Live Entertainment: Dine, mingle and dance to a medley of live music, from softer classics early in the cruise to today's favorites. Beverages: Coffee, tea and iced tea are complimentary. Award winning wines, liquor and beer may be purchased separately from your Odyssey service team.

 

Washington DC Gourmet Brunch Cruise

Duration:
Approximately 2 Hours

January - December: Saturday at 11:30am and Sunday at 12:00pm

Product Code: ODW-1540   

Adult	$87.65
Child 3-12	$43.83

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Washington DC Dinner Cruise - Odyssey

The Odyssey Dinner Cruise experience begins as you board the luxury yacht in the heart of Washington DC.
Dress in your most festive attire, As you are boarding, the ship's photographer records the moment for your entire party. The Captain and crew greet you as you step onto the ship. Once on your deck, our hostess will greet you and escort you to your private table where your wait staff will introduce themselves and give you the opportunity to decide for yourself how to pace your service. Settle in and enjoy a drink or tour the ships three indoor dining rooms. Exquisitely renovated interiors, enticing dance floors and a distinctive atmosphere reminiscent of the classic ocean liners.

A great way to start your evening is by watching the boat castoff from one of our outside observation decks. When you are ready to begin dinner, order your meal from the extensive menu of creative seasonal hors d'oeuvres, appetizers, entrees and desserts complemented perfectly by our excellent wine list. Bring an appetite, as the food is delicious, plentiful and always prepared freshly to your specifications.

As you enjoy your appetizers, the band sets the mood with smooth jazz classics and romantic standards. Odyssey offers spacious dance floors and live music. After the main course and a delicious dessert, prepare to dance as the night comes alive. If intimate romance is what you are after, this is the perfect time to enjoy the view of the capital's landmarks under the stars.

 

Washington DC Gourmet Dinner Cruise

Duration:
Approximately 3 Hours

January - December: Daily departing generally at 7:00pm or 8:00pm

Product Code: ODW-1539   

Per Person: Sun-Thur	$130.21
Per Person: Friday	$132.87
Per Person: Saturday	$154.15

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Frequently Asked Questions Odyssey Cruises

• Cameras
• Children
• Coat Check
• Cruise Route
• Dessert
• Dress Attire
• Entertainment
• Handicapped Accessible
• Menu
• Restrooms
• Seating
• Tickets
• Timing
• Views
• Weather

May I bring my own camera on board?
Guests are more than welcome to bring their own camera for personal pictures aboard the ship. In addition, as you are boarding, the ship's photographer records the moment for your entire party. As you depart, you'll find your boarding photo ready for purchase.

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Are children allowed on the dinner cruise?
Children are welcome on the cruise; however, a child rate is not available for our dinner cruises. Children under 3 are complimentary and a 50% discount is offered for children between the ages of 3 and 11 on our Brunch and Lunch Cruises.

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Is there a coat check where my jacket and briefcase may be kept during the cruise?
Coat checks are available when needed. Your server would be more than happy to check any items for you at the beginning of your cruise.

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What is our cruise route?
The only vessel designed specifically to travel beneath the historic bridges spanning the Potomac, Odyssey offers exclusive river views of the nation's greatest monuments from every table. At times when wind and tide conditions prevent navigation to the Kennedy Center and Georgetown, an alternate route south on the Potomac and past historical Old Town Alexandria will be taken.

How far off shore does the ship travel?
The ship is licensed to travel as far as 3 miles off shore, however, our cruise route typically remains only one mile off shore.

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Can I bring a birthday cake on-board?
Small cakes that do not require refrigeration are allowed to be brought on board. Your server will place the cake in our pantry until it is ready to be cut and served.

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What is the dress attire?
Dinner Cruises:
Jackets are strongly recommended for men and cocktail attire for women.

Lunch, Brunch or Midday Cruises:
We recommend dressy-casual attire, such as nice slacks and collared shirts. Long walking shorts are acceptable.

No jeans, shorts, sneakers, tank tops, or halter tops will be allowed.

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What type of entertainment do you have?
Odyssey offers an inviting dance floor and a variety of live music from classic jazz on our brunch cruise to contemporary favorites from a five-piece band on our dinner cruise.

Odyssey is proud to feature the music of Chane Link. Delighting audiences with a variety of music, spanning the decades from the 60's to the 90's incorporating blues, standards and contemporary jazz into a well-rounded presentation for a variety of age groups.

Brunch, Lunch and Dinner Cruises
Cruises will feature our band Chane Link playing softer standards on our Brunch, Lunch cruises and throughout the earlier part of our Dinner cruises. During the later part of our Dinner cruises, expect a shift to more high-energy dance music. No matter when you cruise, there is something for everyone to enjoy, from Motown to disco, from 80's ballads to swing, and from Latin to jazz standards.

Midnight Cruises
At midnight, all cruises feature DJ entertainment.

 

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Is the vessel handicap accessible?
Yes, the vessel is handicap accessible. Once your party arrives, our marine crew can assist you as you embark our boarding ramp. Please indicate when making your reservation that you have handicap guests in your party.

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Do you offer Kosher meals?
Yes we do offer a Kosher Meal option on our lunch and dinner cruises. We order from an outside establishment who delivers the meal to us fresh that day/evening. The meal typically consists of a plated chicken dish with vegetables. We can do fresh fruit for your dessert option. You will be served your Kosher Meal in place our standard 4-course meal at your private table. Please notify your Reservation Agent of any kosher requirements at least 48 hours in advance of your event.

Do you offer vegetarian meals?
Yes, please check our menu for our vegetarian options. If you have any special dietery concerns please notify your Reservation Agent to make special arrangements.

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Are there restrooms on board?
Yes, restrooms are located in every dining room on the ship.

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Is there pre-assigned seating?
As you board, our captain and marine crew will direct you to your deck. From there, our hostess will show you to your assigned table(s).

How many people may be seated at one table?
Anywhere from 2-10 people may be seated at one table, depending on the total number of individuals on the ship during a given cruise. If your party requires more than one table, we will ensure that they are located next to each other.

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Where do I pick up my tickets?
Your tickets will be at the Odyssey Ticket Booth, located next to the ship. For your convenience, this booth opens at least one hour prior to the scheduled boarding time.

What kind of security check is required when I pick up my tickets?
Your photo identification and reservation number are required at our Ticket Booth when picking up your tickets.

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What time does the boat leave?
Please refer to the specific cruise pages for complete boarding and cruising schedules.

How soon will my party begin eating on our cruise?
Once on your deck, our hostess will greet you and escort you to your table where your wait staff will introduce themselves and give you the opportunity to decide for yourself how to pace your service. Serving may begin immediately.

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What attractions/historic sites will I be able to see from the ship?

The only vessel designed specifically to travel beneath the historic bridges spanning the Potomac, Odyssey offers exclusive river views of the nation's greatest monuments from every table. At times when wind and tide conditions prevent navigation to the Kennedy Center and Georgetown, an alternate route south on the Potomac and past historical Old Town Alexandria will be taken.

1. Jefferson Memorial
A beautiful columned rotunda, this memorial honors the nation's third president, brilliant statesman, author of the Declaration of Independence and founder of the University of Virginia. Unable to find a site that conformed to L'Enfant's plan for the capital, city planners created one by reclaiming land from the Potomac River, land that would become known as the Tidal Basin. A 19-foot bronze statue of Jefferson stands beneath the rotunda, which is inscribed with inspiring passages from his writings.

2. Lincoln Memorial
Built to honor assassinated President Abraham Lincoln, the memorial has 36 Doric columns, one for each state at the time of Lincoln's death. Abraham Lincoln appears to be looking contemplatively over the broad expanse of the Mall from this neoclassical structure reminiscent of the Parthenon. The Gettysburg and Lincoln's Second Inaugural addresses are inscribed on the limestone walls that flank the statue.

3. Washington Monument
Standing 555 feet, the gleaming marble obelisk, known as the Washington Monument, is the city's most visible landmark and the tallest freestanding masonry structure in the world. The cornerstone was laid in 1848, but the Civil War brought construction to a halt, leaving an unsightly 150-foot stump until 1878, when President Grant approved the completion of the project. But by that time, the old marble did not match the new; you can see the color change.

4. Watergate Hotel
Home to the now infamous Scandal in which former CIA employees were caught trying to bug the offices of the Democratic National Committee. Ultimately the scandal forced the resignation of President Richard Nixon in 1974. Now it is home to a luxury hotel and residential apartments.

 

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What if it rains?
Odyssey will cruise in most weather conditions all-year round. Each enclosed deck is climate controlled and the weather will not affect your cruise. In the case of severe weather conditions or upon the direction of the U.S. Coast Guard, the ship will remain dockside for the length of the event.

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DIRECTIONS AND PARKING

Odyssey III departs from the Gangplank Marina, 6th and Water Streets, SW Washington, D.C. Yahoo Map

Directions to Odyssey:

From I-395 (Virginia):
Take 1-395 North toward Washington, D.C., cross the 14th Street bridge. Exit at Maine Avenue and keep to the right which puts you on 9th Street, SW. At the traffic light, go straight through the intersection to Water Street, SW. Turn left and proceed past 7th Street to the Gangplank Parking Lot on the right.

From Route 66 (Northern Virginia):
Follow Rt. 66 across the Theodore Roosevelt Bridge. Follow the main roadway and you will be on Constitution Ave., NW. Follow Constitution Avenue to 9th Street, NW. Turn right on 9th Street and follow it south through the 9th Street Tunnel. Follow signs to Maine Avenue. At the traffic light, go straight through the intersection to Water Street, SW. Turn left and proceed past 7th Street to the Gangplank Parking Lot on the right.

From I-50 or New York Avenue
(Annapolis, Eastern Maryland):
Follow New York Avenue into Washington, D.C. Follow signs toward Massachusetts Avenue. Before reaching Massachusetts Ave., turn left onto 7th Street, NW and take 7th Street south across the Mall. 7th Street ends at Water Street, SW. Turn left on Water Street and proceed to the Gangplank Parking Lot on the right.

From the Northwestern Half of I-495
(Northern Virginia, Montgomery County, MD):
Take I-495 toward the Maryland/Virginia border. On the Virginia side, take the exit for the George Washington Memorial Parkway. Follow the Parkway south until you see signs for I-395 North (this is the 14th Street Bridge). Cross the river on the 14th Street Bridge, and take the Maine Avenue exit to the right which puts you on 9th Street, SW. At the traffic light, go straight through the intersection to Water Street, SW. Turn left and proceed past 7th Street to the Gangplank Parking Lot on the right.

From the Metro
Exit the Waterfront?SEU Station. Turn Right on M ST. which turns into Maine Ave. Turn Left onto 6th. Odyssey is located at Gangplank Marina, 6th and Water Street.

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PARKING:

Primary Parking Information:
It is always a good idea to allow extra time to park as there is limited parking space available at Gangplank Marina. If you arrive early, you may enjoy strolling the ship. A number of nearby lots and meters offer additional convenient parking within walking distance?additional parking charges at these areas may apply.

For Odyssey parking, turn into the Gangplank Lot off of Water Street. Proceed to the Odyssey ticket booth at the face of the Gangplank building to retrieve boarding passes. Board Odyssey III to your left.

 

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