Posted in Oregon November 26, 2018 by Catherine Armstrong

This Sleigh Ride On Water Is The Most Enchanting Thing You’ll Do In Oregon This Season

The Christmas Ship Parade in Portland is a holiday tradition for many Oregonians, but have you ever wished that you could be out on the water yourself? Take this sleigh ride on water to get even closer to the action this year:

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There's nothing like an evening cruise on the Portland Spirit. You'll see the city's lights sparkling, and enjoy being out on the water, year-round. But on several special nights in December, the cruise gets even more enchanting.

The Christmas Ships Parade is a long-standing Portland tradition, where private vessels from all over the state are decked out in colorful holiday lights to parade down the river.

While it's certainly fun to view the parade from the shore, you can get up close to the parade on the Portland Spirit Christmas cruises.

Take the 2.5 hour dinner cruise on the Portland Spirit. You'll enjoy a three-course meal with plenty of live entertainment, and stay toasty and warm in the climate-controlled vessel.

The Explorer Sleigh Ride Cruise includes hot chocolate and snuggly blankets to keep you toasty warm. This much smaller vessel isn't climate-controlled, so make sure to bundle up!

No matter which cruise you choose, you'll want to bring your camera to capture the Christmas Ships as you pass them by.

Are you ready to views the Christmas Ships Parade *from the water?* Book your tickets now before they sell out!

For more information or to book tickets online, visit the Portland Spirit River Cruises website. Check out our article on the Christmas Ship Parade, and tag the friends and family you want to join you on a Christmas cruise this year.