4 Dinner Experiences to Build a Morning Around

1.Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,469 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $107Our pick

Board the Creole Queen at 1 Poydras Street for a two-hour Mississippi River cruise with live jazz, an optional Creole buffet, and access to the promenade deck. Expect a relaxed evening with city lights, river breezes, a cash bar, and no formal narration.

“This is a must do! Food was scrumptious and staff were friendly and accommodating. My husband is wheelchair bound and it was his birthday, they made him feel extremely special. Shout out to the band also. Definitely would do it again!”

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2.Santorini: Sunset Sea Kayak with Light Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 247 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $135

Paddle from Mesa Pigadia past Santorini’s volcanic beaches and Black Mountain with BCU-certified guides such as Niki, Marco, or Alex. You’ll enter a sea cave, swim, snack at Kampia Beach, watch sunset from the kayak, and finish with a traditional tavern dinner.

“We had a great time on our kayak trip! The sunset was really beautiful from the water and well worth it. We were well looked after and didn't have any worries on the water. The dinner at the end was also tasty! Lovely way to spend the evening.”

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3.Lake Rotoiti Evening Kayak Tour including Hot Springs, Glowworm Caves and BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $135Top rated

Paddle Lake Rotoiti with a trained guide, stopping at warm lakeside hot pools, a glowworm cave, and a crayfish cave before a BBQ dinner. Hotel pickup, equipment, instruction, and entry fees are included. Guides such as Justin and Ricky add local stories and practical help.

“We had an amazing day kayaking to the hot pools, delicious dinner, glow worm caves, and night kayaking under the stars. Highly recommend!”

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4.Small-Group Guided Sunset Canoe Tour in Waterland with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 4 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $96Best value

Leave Amsterdam by public transport for a four-hour canoe outing through Waterland. Guide Majel welcomes you to her village home, explains Dutch water management, then leads a sunset paddle with a picnic, drinks, and a possible swim.

“Majel was so friendly and accommodating. If you are looking for something off the tourist path that will take your breath away, then this is it! It was so peaceful and you are surrounded by stunning scenery.”

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