Two Iconic Boats. One Unforgettable New Year's Eve in London
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in spectacular style with an exclusive London Thames experience aboard two magnificent vessels, the Dixie Queen and the Elizabethan.
Your evening begins aboard the impressive Dixie Queen, where you’ll be welcomed with Champagne before enjoying an elegant four-course dinner, live acoustic music and unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks. One of the evening’s highlights is the spectacular sight of Tower Bridge opening to allow your boat to pass through.
As midnight approaches, the celebrations continue aboard the Elizabethan, where a DJ, late-night food and an open-roof party deck set the scene for London’s famous New Year’s Eve fireworks.
Raise a glass of Champagne as the clock strikes twelve and welcome 2027 surrounded by London’s illuminated skyline.
Prices
£595 per person
Includes
An exclusive New Year's Eve celebration aboard two iconic Thames vessels
Champagne welcome drink on arrival
Four-course dinner
Live acoustic trio during dinner
Special Tower Bridge lift as the Dixie Queen passes through
Unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks throughout the evening
Transfer to the Elizabethan for the midnight celebrations
DJ entertainment
Open-roof party deck for spectacular views
Evening canapés and late-night bowl food aboard the Elizabethan
London's New Year's Eve fireworks display
Champagne toast at midnight
Bacon baps before departure
Location
Butler’s Wharf Pier, Shad Thames, London SE1 2YE
The cruise runs to a very strict timetable and unfortunately we cannot wait for any late arrivals.
It is your responsibility to arrive at the pier in plenty of time for your cruise to avoid any disappointment.
Please be advised that once the boat departs, it cannot return to the pier to collect passengers, and refunds will not be offered in such circumstances.
18.30 Boarding at Butler’s Wharf Pier
19.00 Prompt Departure
01.00 Return to Butler’s Wharf Pier
New Year’s Eve Fireworks – Important Information
Due to river restrictions and an exclusion zone around the London Eye, the boat will be positioned to offer a side view of the fireworks rather than a direct front-on view.
The exact position cannot be guaranteed and will be determined by the Captain on the night, taking into account river traffic, tides, safety and weather conditions.
The fireworks display is organised by a third party and is outside our control. Should the display be cancelled or postponed, tickets will remain non-refundable.
Faq
Cancellation Policy
No cancellations. All tickets are non-refundable.
We reserve the right to substitute another Boat and, if necessary, for reasons beyond our reasonable control, to cancel or amend the booking in any way, but we will not in such circumstances be liable for any loss, damages or other expenses whatsoever incurred by you due to such substitution, or cancellation or amendment.
Fireworks - we do not guarantee views
We do not guarantee views of any fireworks during the cruise.
The fireworks are organized by a third party and the display itself is outside of our control.
As long as the fireworks display goes ahead, then we will moor in the middle of the River near Westminster or Hungerford Bridge to view the fireworks at midnight.
No refunds will be offered should the fireworks display be cancelled for weather, industrial action or any other item outside the control of Thames Cruises London Ltd and/or the Operating Company.
Amendments
We don’t accept any any changes or amendments.
Schedule
The cruise runs to a very strict timetable and unfortunately we cannot wait for any late arrivals.
It is your responsibility to arrive at the pier in plenty of time for boarding, the streets and public transport will be extremely busy and densely populated. We would advise that you allow extra time for your journey and that you check the Transport For London Website for all travel information, tube, train and road closures.
Please be advised that once the boat departs, it cannot return to the pier to collect passengers, and refunds will not be offered in such circumstances.
Dress Code
Smart with a Touch of Glamour
Age Policy
18+ or 12–17 accompanied by an adult
Accessibility
Not all of our vessels have been designed or adapted for passengers in wheelchairs. If you intend to travel on a vessel which has not been so designed or adapted, you must satisfy yourself as to its suitability before embarking. When travelling on any vessel not adapted for wheelchair access, if you use a wheelchair you must bring enough helpers to enable you to make your journey safely including getting on board the vessel and leaving it at your destination. Even on vessels designed or adapted for wheelchair access it may not be possible for you to sit in a wheelchair at a table and, for reasons of safety, you may be asked to move from your wheelchair into a fixed seat, in which case the wheelchair will be stowed in a safe place. Under no circumstances must wheelchairs obstruct any access to safety and lifesaving equipment, gangways, stairs or passageways.
Smoking
Smoking is permitted on designated outside areas only.
Inclement Weather
The Thames New Year’s Eve Cruises operate regardless of the weather unless in conditions of poor visibility. The Captain will make the decision on the day if the cruise will not operate. You will be informed of your options on the day if this affects you. Our vessels are closed in so you will not be affected by wind, snow or rain.
How to Book
To book; please click the “BOOK NOW” button and follow the online booking process.
Full payment is required at the time of booking.
You will receive your Order Confirmation via email straight after booking.
A second Confirmation email will be sent after booking which will contain specific details, boarding instructions and tickets.
Please check the details carefully and if there are any issues, please contact us immediately on 0203 551 3942 so that we can have them resolved in plenty of time before New Year’s Eve.
**It is your responsibility to inform us if you have not received your Confirmation email and tickets within the specified time-frame.**