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Private Lake Michigan Sailing Charter and Sightseeing Chicago Skyline Cruise

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Embark on a private two-hour sailing adventure for up to six people along the stunning lakefront of Chicago. With a US Coast Guard licensed captain at the helm, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of the city's iconic skyline. This private charter offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to customize every aspect of your sailing experience. Whether you want to create a personalized guest list, choose your own music, or select a specific sailing route, it's all up to you. Departing three times daily, this non-smoking experience guarantees an unforgettable journey on Lake Michigan. As you sail, you'll pass by famous landmarks such as Buckingham Fountain, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium, Soldier Field, Navy Pier, and of course, the magnificent Chicago skyline. Don't miss the opportunity to discover the beauty of this waterfront city from a unique perspective. Let us show you why we love Chicago.

About this experience

Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Included
2 hours
Suitable for 1-4 Participants
Private Tour
Guided Experience

Highlights

Stunning views of Chicago's skyline
Customization of the sailing adventure
Passing by Buckingham Fountain
Getting close to Shedd Aquarium
Seeing the iconic Adler Planetarium

Included

Use of bluetooth speakers
All applicable taxes
Professional us coast guard licensed captain

Not included

Gratuities
Food and drinks
Parking

More about this experience

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Chicago's lakefront with a private Lake Michigan sailing charter and sightseeing cruise. This exclusive two-hour experience promises breathtaking views of the iconic Chicago skyline as you sail along the crystal-clear waters. With a US Coast Guard licensed captain at your service, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy a truly customized sailing adventure. From selecting your music to deciding on the sailing route, everything is tailored to your preferences. Whether you're seeking a romantic outing or a fun-filled excursion with friends and family, this private charter offers a unique and unforgettable experience.

What to expect?

During this two-hour sailing charter, you can expect to be mesmerized by the stunning sights and sounds of Lake Michigan. Your journey begins at the designated meeting point at the north side of Monroe Harbor. After a safety briefing, the captain will set sail, taking into account wind conditions and your personal preferences. As you glide along the water, you'll pass by renowned landmarks like Buckingham Fountain, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium, Soldier Field, Navy Pier, and the magnificent Chicago skyline. Each view is more captivating than the last, giving you ample opportunities to snap photos and create lasting memories.

Who is this for?

This private Lake Michigan sailing charter and sightseeing cruise are perfect for anyone looking to discover the beauty of Chicago's skyline from a unique perspective. Whether you're a local wanting to explore your city in a whole new way or a visitor seeking an unforgettable experience, this charter is tailored to accommodate your needs. Couples will find a romantic ambiance in the open waters, while families and friends can enjoy quality time together surrounded by the city's breathtaking landmarks. With the flexibility to customize your adventure, there's something for everyone on this private sailing charter.

Why book this?

Indulge in the ultimate sailing experience as you revel in the breathtaking beauty of Chicago's skyline. This private charter allows you to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse yourself in the tranquil waters of Lake Michigan. The flexibility to customize every aspect of your sailing adventure ensures that your trip is truly unique. Whether you're a sailing enthusiast or a first-time sailor, the US Coast Guard licensed captain will ensure your comfort and safety throughout the journey. Sit back, relax, and let the captain take you on a sailing adventure like no other.

Good to know

This private Lake Michigan sailing charter is a non-smoking experience, ensuring a pleasant atmosphere for all passengers. To reach the meeting point, simply follow the lakefront trail from the northeast corner of Lake Shore Drive and Monroe Street. The boat, named DRUID, will meet you along the Monroe Harbor wall east of the cement pier. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the awe-inspiring views and create lasting memories. The duration of the charter is approximately two hours, giving you ample time to soak in the beauty of Chicago's skyline and landmarks.

Reviews

Feedback from individuals who have experienced this private Lake Michigan sailing charter and sightseeing cruise has been overwhelmingly positive. Passengers have raved about the stunning views of the Chicago skyline, the knowledgeable and friendly captain, and the overall magical ambiance of sailing on Lake Michigan. Many reviewers have praised the customizable nature of the charter, allowing them to tailor the experience to their preferences. Whether they were celebrating a special occasion, enjoying a romantic outing, or simply exploring the city with loved ones, passengers have expressed their satisfaction and gratitude for this exceptional sailing adventure.

About this product

How long before the event do I need to book?

You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

At least one adult or senior required per booking

Meeting point & End point

From the northeast corner of Lake Shore Dr. and Monroe St. follow the lakefront trail to the north and continue along the harbor’s edge as the trail bends to the east. Our boat will meet you along the Monroe Harbor wall east of the cement pier (aka the pump out dock). Our boat’s name is DRUID.

Come Sailing, Inc., 400 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603, US

Your Itinerary

Come Sailing, Inc.

We’ll depart from the north side of Monroe Harbor at our dedicated pick-up/drop-off spot. Once the safety briefing is completed and all dock lines have been brought on board, our trip will begin. The itinerary, course/route we are sailing for the day, will depend mostly on wind the direction. However, being that this is a private charter, the itinerary remains very flexible and pretty much at your discretion. So, if you’d like to see a particular landmark or prefer to sail a particular route, just ask our captain and they will be happy to oblige. If, instead, you’d prefer to leave all of the decision up to the captain, no problem. Our captain will be happy to take you for an enjoyable sail on Lake Michigan during which you will sail in close proximity to some or all of the landmarks listed in the itinerary below.

Admission Included

Buckingham Fountain

(Pass by)

Our charter begins with a quick motor passed a part of Monroe Harbor named in honor of a visit by Queen Elizabeth II. On July 6, 1959, a small barge ferried Her Majesty from HMY Britannia anchored outside of Monroe Harbor to the aptly named Queen’s Landing for a 13-hour royal visit spectacular. As we pass this historic site Buckingham Fountain comes into view. (Pro Tip: this is a great time for a photo op.) Buckingham Fountain, one of the world’s largest fountains, was designed as a focal centerpiece for Grant Park. According to the Chicago Park District website, John Philips Souza himself conducted his band in the playing of “Pomp and Circumstance” before an audience of 50,000 people during the fountain’s dedication in August 1927. Contrary to conventional wisdom, Buckingham fountain is not related to Buckingham Palace or the Royal Family. The fountain was actually donated by Chicago art patron and philanthropist, Kate Buckingham in memorial honor of her brother Clearance Buckingham.

Shedd Aquarium

(Pass by)

Another building which cannot be ignored as we depart from Monroe Harbor is the Shedd Aquarium which sits prominently at the south end of Monroe Harbor. Completed in 1930, the Shedd Aquarium’s mission is “Sparking compassion, curiosity and conservation for the aquatic animal world”. The large dark windows facing the lake house the Abbott Oceanarium exhibit. Added in 1991, the Oceanarium features Pacific white-sided dolphins and beluga whales.

Adler Planetarium

(Pass by)

Sitting on the northeast corner of Northerly Island is the iconic dome of the Adler Planetarium. Built in 1930, this picturesque public museum dedicated to the study of astronomy and astrophysics a popular location for wedding photos. As we head out into the Lake, we get to see a side of this marvelous structure that most visitors never think to investigate: the lakeside! This is where you will find the Doane Observatory which has a large telescope available to the public.

Soldier Field

(Pass by)

Opened in 1924, Soldier Field, known today as the home of the Chicago Bears, has played host to a variety of interesting and historical events. Even though the stadium has changed drastically over the years, the original colonnades can still be seen from our vantage point on the water.

Navy Pier

(Pass by)

One of the most recognized landmarks along Chicago’s lakefront, Navy Pier is also one of the most and visited tourist destinations in Chicago. Sailing passed the east end we’ll have a great view of the Grand Ballroom. This would be another perfect time to snap some selfies or capture a stunning architectural photo. Opened to the public in 1916, Navy Pier has played many roles during its lifetime including an important role during WWII. This piece of Chicago is definitely more than just a photo op!

Chicago Skyline

(Pass by)

One of the most beautiful waterfront cities in the world, Chicago’s magnificent skyline is best viewed from the water. There are too many stories to be told about the amazing architecture, landmarks, and engineering feats accomplished in Chicago. Which ones you hear are up to you. Again, this is your private charter and you set the tone for the trip. If you prefer to just visit with friends and loved ones, no worries at all. Our captains are happy to the role of captain, guide, or both. Come Sailing and let us show you the city we love.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
NO SMOKING - All charters are NON-SMOKING. Use of any tobacco products, cigars, pipes, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vapor devices, etc. are strictly prohibited. Use of any of these products may result in a non-refundable, early termination of your charter and the assessment of a cleaning fee.
CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL - Customers and guests may bring and consume reasonable amounts of alcoholic beverages within the bounds of Illinois State law.
NO GLASS ON BOARD - Glass containers are prohibited. Please do not bring them. Wine and Champagne bottle are permitted as long as they remain secure in a protective container during charter. Please bring plastic cups for drinking.
CUSTOMER/GUEST BEHAVIOR - Customers and guests are expected to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner. Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. Any behavior determined by the captain to be inappropriate (lewd, offensive, unsafe, etc.) may result in a non-refundable, early termination of your charter.
WEAPONS ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED - Weapons on any kind are strictly prohibited! Guns, knives, or weapons of any kind are NOT allowed on board our vessels at any time. Bringing any of these prohibited items aboard may result in a non-refundable, early termination of your charter.
ANIMALS ARE PROHIBITED - Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate animals of any type.
SWIMMING IS PROHIBITED - Swimming is not allowed on this sailing charter.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE - Food and beverages may be consumed on deck. Please clean up any spilled food or beverage and take your garbage with you. A cleaning fee may be assessed for excessive spillage.
SEASICKNESS/MOTION SICKNESS - Any person that experiences seasickness must remain on deck. The cabin area below deck is NOT an appropriate place for any person to deal with seasickness. A cleaning fee will be assessed for any person vomiting anywhere in the below deck cabin area of the sailboat, including the “head”/bathroom.
GALLEY STOVE AND SINK - The galley stove onboard our sailboat is NOT for use by customers. The sinks on board our boats drain directly into the lake and are NOT intended for food prep nor for disposing of unwanted items. None of the sinks have garbage disposals. Please do NOT treat our sinks like you treat your kitchen sink. They are NOT the same.
CLEANING FEES - Cleaning fees, if applicable, will be equivalent to the standard, full price of your charter.
TERMINATION OF CHARTER - The captain reserves the right to cancel a charter at any time for reasons of weather, mechanical failure, or safety. Charters will be rescheduled at the customer’s convenience. A refund will be offered if rescheduling cannot be agreed upon.
LATE ARRIVALS - The late arrival of customers and guests may result in a shortened charter sail without refund nor adjustment to price.
BOOKING ERRORS - We reserve the right to cancel reservations that are the result of incorrect pricing/availability due to malicious acts or software/website errors.
CONSENT TO BE FILMED/PHOTOGRAPHED - Boarding any sailboats operated by Come Sailing, Inc. is your implied consent to be filmed, photographed, and recorded. Furthermore, by boarding any of our sailboats you are granting Come Sailing, Inc., their agents, successors, assignees and affiliates, and their respective employees, officers, directors, shareholders, and representatives the right and permission to use such film, photographs, and recordings of your voice, image, and likeness for the purpose of promoting Come Sailing, Inc. and its related services. You further agree that you will not receive any financial compensation or cash payment for the rights or permissions granted by you. In such case that you are the parent or guardian of any minor child that has accompanied you aboard our sailboat, you further consent to the foregoing on behalf of that minor child.
COVID-19 FACE MASKS ARE OPTINAL - MASK FREE SAILING IS HERE! New for 2022, face masks are OPTIONAL. Wear them or not, the choice is yours. Our captains and crew are not required to wear face masks. However, if it would make you feel more comfortable, please let the captain know and they will be more than happy to wear face masks during your charter.
COVID-19 SOCIAL DISTANCING - This is a private charter for you and your guests only. Social distancing is your responsibility and at your discretion within your group. There is plenty of space on board our sailboats to spread out and maintain appropriate social distances.
COVID-19 SICK PEOPLE SHOULD STAY AT HOME - All passengers are required to self-diagnose their health status before boarding and let us know if they are not feeling well. PLEASE STAY AT HOME IF ANY OF THESE CONDITION APPLY: SICK – If you are sick or not feeling well. SYMPTOMATIC – If, in the last 5 days, you have experiences symptoms related to COVID-19, the flu, or any other potentially contagious disease.
COVID-19 ACCESS TO CABIN AND RESTROOMS - The fun is up on deck sailing! Not hanging out below deck in the cabin! So, please minimize your time below deck in the cabin. We also ask that no more than one person goes down below into the cabin at a time. There is a restroom on board each boat. However, the restrooms are small, and toilets on a boat do NOT work the same way your toilets work at home. Please ask the captain and crew before using the restroom. We strongly encourage you to use the public restrooms on shore prior to boarding.
COVID-19 FOOD, WATER, AND ICE - We will have bottles of water available. However, we encourage you to bring your own beverages and help us reserve our water for emergency hydration. We will provide a small cooler in which passengers may store items to keep them cold. Food, beverage, and ice storage is limited to provided cooler. Please plan accordingly.
COVID-19 POLICY UPDATES AND CHANGES - The above policies are subject to change without notice in response to changes in status of the COVID-19 pandemic and in order to comply with new or changing guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Illinois Department of Public Health, Cook County Department of Public Health, and Chicago Department of Public Health.

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