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Chicago Gourmet Brunch Cruise

Chicago, IL

From: $137

Item #: CRU-CHI-0033

(7 Reviews)

Admire city sights, sip bubbly, and savor delicious dishes on a Gourmet Brunch Cruise along the shores of Lake Michigan!

Marvel at unrivaled views of famed attractions in Chicago like Navy Pier, John Hancock Center and Willis Tower
Feast on a brunch buffet offering an array of breakfast and lunch options, plus an enticing dessert station
Sway to the beats played by the DJ onboard as you cruise around Lake Michigan and back to Navy Pier
This Lake Michigan cruise is the perfect way to spend an elegant, relaxing Sunday with family and friends!

From: $137

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Overview

Admire city sights, sip bubbly, and savor delicious dishes on a Gourmet Brunch Cruise along the shores of Lake Michigan!

Marvel at unrivaled views of famed attractions in Chicago like Navy Pier, John Hancock Center and Willis Tower
Feast on a brunch buffet offering an array of breakfast and lunch options, plus an enticing dessert station
Sway to the beats played by the DJ onboard as you cruise around Lake Michigan and back to Navy Pier
This Lake Michigan cruise is the perfect way to spend an elegant, relaxing Sunday with family and friends!

Full Description

Set sail on Sunday afternoon aboard one of the most impressive ships docked at Navy Pier: The Odyssey. The Chicago Gourmet Brunch Cruise is the perfect way to add a touch of class and relaxation to your weekend, in the good company of family and friends.

Whether you're visiting this iconic metropolis or call the Windy City home, this outing is one of the best things to do in Chicago when it comes to sightseeing. Step aboard the majestic ship and let the views of the city take your breath away! With numerous climate-controlled decks and a rooftop lounge, opportunity abounds to marvel at the skyscraper-infused horizon as you dine, dance, enjoy a drink, and relax.

This is a brunch in Chicago you don't want to miss! Delight in breakfast and lunch favorites, prepared onboard by top chefs. Made fresh and with seasonal ingredients, the Gourmet Brunch Cruise's menu is subject to change, but typically includes delicious items like:

Assorted fruit
Croissants, muffins, bagels
Smoked bacon and maple sausage
Potatoes
Frittatas and eggs
Build-your-own waffle station
Salads
Salmon or chicken options
Hand-carved strip loin
Cauliflower and tomato gratin

Save room for dessert because a table full of treats awaits your indulgence! Satisfy a sweet tooth with mini pastry cups, cakes and seasonal fruits. Or top off your Chicago brunch with a stop by one of the Odyssey's cash bars, to relax with a beer, wine, mimosa, Bloody Mary, or favorite cocktail.

The ship's onboard DJ entertainment presents the perfect serenade as you glide across the Chicago waterfront on this 2-hour cruise. Enjoy subtle background music as you dine, providing the perfect soundtrack to the beautiful city scenery. When you're ready to shake things up a bit, head to one of the dance floors to cut a rug to a number of top hits. Request a favorite song or steal a dance with your favorite cruise guest. And rock the Chicago Gourmet Brunch Cruise all the way back to the Navy Pier dock!

Embark on the best way to relish Sunday relaxation and make more memories on Lake Michigan than you ever imagined!

Location

Navy Pier - Chicago, IL

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Select Sundays - 1:00 PM

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Important Details

Essential Information

Coffee, tea and iced tea are complimentary
Additional beverages may be purchased on board: juice, soda, mixed drinks, fine liqueurs, specialty waters, champagne and wine
Rates are inclusive of taxes and fees

Duration

The cruise lasts approximately 2 hours. Boarding begins 45 minutes before cruise departure.

Experience Provider Info

Complete information for your Experience Provider, including contact information, will be included on your booking confirmation email once you or your gift recipient have scheduled the experience. Our Product Management team handpicks top-rated experience providers, removing the guesswork for you and ensuring your peace of mind.

Maximum Participants

Up to 500 guests per dinner cruise.

Spectators

Only those on board will be able to enjoy this experience.

Weather Dependent

This experience takes place indoors and will not be affected by weather conditions.

What To Wear

We recommend casually stylish attire such as nice pants or jeans, polos, button-down shirts, and sundresses or skirts. Although allowed, we strongly discourage t-shirts, casual jeans, shorts, and sneakers.

COVID-19 Safety

For this experience, our partners are taking extra measures to prevent any potential spread of COVID-19. In those jurisdictions where it is required, all guests over the age of 18 are required to provide their full name and email address prior to boarding the vessels. Guests who self-report they are experiencing any symptoms indicative of COVID-19 will not be permitted to board our partner's vessel. All guests ages 3 and older are required to wear face coverings at all times while on board our vessels, except while dining, unless exempted by the local health authority. Our partners request that each guest face mask fully cover an individual’s nose and mouth and allow the guest to remain hands-free. They also require that the mask fit snugly against the side of the face, be secured with ties or ear loops, and be made of breathable material. Guests who do not have a face mask will not be permitted to board the vessel. If you have travelled internationally in the last 14 days, the CDC advises that you should stay at home and avoid contact with others. Additionally in those jurisdictions where it is required, guests will undergo temperature screening prior to boarding. Based on guidance from health authorities, anyone displaying a temperature of 100.4 F or above will not be allowed entry; those in their party will not be allowed entry either. For this experience in particular, there will no no live entertainment until further notice. These Covid-19 safety measures are subject to change.

FAQs

What type of food will be served?

This cruise features a buffet-style brunch menu. Various brunch items may include (subject to change): seasonal fruit, pastries, smoked salmon, scrambled eggs, breakfast meats, frittata, breakfast potatoes, Belgian waffle, Caesar salad, pasta salad, roasted potato salad, roasted cedar plank oregano salmon, maple and mustard glazed chicken, hand carved strip loin, signature dessert station.

What is the dress code?

How is seating arranged on board?

The Odyssey features cruise style seating. The majority of the tables accommodates 4-8 guests and your party may be seated with other groups.

What if the weather is bad?

The Odyssey will cruise in all weather conditions, year-round. The ship is fully enclosed and climate-controlled to ensure sailing in rain or shine.

Is the ship wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the deck and restrooms can accommodate most standard sized wheelchairs.

Is gratuity included in the price package?

Gratuity is not included in the package price and is suggested for all on-board purchases and outstanding service.

Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations

Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 30 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Experience Gifts.

Cancellation Policy

Once you have scheduled a date and have received a booking confirmation, all bookings are final and no rescheduling or cancellations will be allowed.

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Customer Reviews

This experience has a customer rating of 4.5
based on 7 reviews.

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Overall good experience except I upgraded to the campaign brunch and the cruise said that they don't offer that package. Thankfully after pestering the manager we got campaign, but the manger was pretty obviously annoyed and rude. Other than that, food was good and views were great.

— Kendra D | Jul 16, 2019

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hi there Kendra, Thanks so much for taking the time to let us know! Recently, our partners have updated their cruises, and it seems that the cruise you were on was one of the first to transition. We are sorry that there was a difficulty in getting the champagne. So happy that despite the trouble, you were able to enjoy your bubbly and your time on the water! Hooray! Very excited that the food was delicious, and the views stellar! We have placed a $25.00 credit in your Cloud 9 Living account for future use. We look forward to having you out on another Cloud 9 Living experience soon! Very Best, Sophia

Excellent

— Marvin A | Jul 16, 2019

It was a beautiful day. The food was excellent and the staff was exceptional, ensuring that we had a wonderful experience.

— Angela H | Jul 15, 2019

It was a good time, but a little confusing since it was called a "champagne brunch" and no one was served champagne upon boarding or received any champagne complimentary (until we asked at the end and the server was kind enough to bring us some). The cocktail, wine and beer, as one would guess were pretty outrageous ($18 for a standard bloody mary), but the food was decent and overall we had a nice time sitting on the observation deck for most of the cruise.

— Shaina M | May 28, 2019

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hi there Shaina, Thanks so much sharing! Guests should certainly receive a glass of champagne when boarding. We understand that the crew may have been filling glasses or assisting other guests, and weren't able to provide the champagne upon boarding. Of course, $18.00 is a steep price, even for New York City! There are however, other drink options including wine and beer, for around $6-10. We do understand that expectations were not met, and are truly so sorry. We are so happy that despite the champagne delay, you were able to take in the city's breathtaking views, enjoy tasty food, and had a good time overall! We have gone ahead and placed a value of $30.00 into your account for future use. Looking forward to getting you out on the water again soon! Very Best, Sophia

Service was great, food was great! Really enjoyed our cruise

— Ed W | Sep 18, 2018

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

I'm so glad to hear you all had a wonderful time. I'm sure it was a great birthday celebration! Thanks for your time. Best, Brooke

The cruise was good but your instructions related to dress for men is way off base. There was not a sport coat in sight----obviously, the cruise officials do not police their own policies ----- we saw tee shirts, shorts, etc. Revise your instructions so that you do not inconvenience guests. Business Casual does not include sport coats for men!

— Ken K | Jul 10, 2018

It was really fun and classy! Received it as a gift, so I'm not sure about the cost, but my wife and I really enjoyed it!

— Nathan B | Oct 18, 2016

Chicago Gourmet Brunch Cruise