We took a Erie Canal Lock Tour onboard Lil Diamond. This is a must see & do. The boat captain told us that RPI students often take the tour because of their interest in engineering. The only regret we had is not knowing about this attraction sooner! I am a day trip fanatic. The boat captain guided his tour to... More

While everyone knows the Erie canal was a key factor in US history how many really appreciate what it actually was? I didn't, and this cruise certainly helped me understand. (I was part of a group that also had several other canal related activities, so I'm a bit deeper into this than most.) For example there were really three different... More

While in Cooperstown we decided to take a break from baseball and drive up to Herkimer to take this cruise on the Erie Canal. It was well worth the trip! We had reservations for the 1:00 PM cruise and arrived in plenty of time to enjoy a delicious lunch at the Waterfront Grille. The ride through the canal was very... More

My husband and I along with our children took my parents on this cruise for my mother's 81st birthday.She had been wanting to do it for quite some time but hadn't gotten around to it. Captain Jerry made her feel very special with his birhday wishes and even let her have a turn helping to steer the boat. It truly... More

What a wonderful experience! Captain Jerry was informative & the tour was really quite interesting. Going through Lock 18 was so awesome. The scenery & the experience was great. I would recommend this cruise to anyone & next time we are in Upstate NY we would do the cruise again.

Yep, the reviews are true! This boat ride, unless you are a boater on the Erie or the likes of the Mississippi and other inland waterways, offered a once in a lifetime activity. Going through a Lock on a river/canal is a real thrill. Once you understand how the whole thing works you also understand how amazing it all really... More

This is a cruise that can be enjoyed by young and old alike. Capt. Chris gave a very informative history brief on the canal and pointed out several places of interest. We will be taking this tour again when we return. Going through Lock 18 is really something to experience! Bring the camera, there's a lot of photo ops.

Agree with all reviews......boat was immaculate, captain very personable, knowledgable and enthusiastic about the Erie Canal. Anyone in the area should definitely take this tour!

Made this the priority stop on our day trip to the area on Saturday 9/15. Did the diamond mine first then the 3P boat. Captain also owns the business, and was just aesome. Very dedicated to not just the business, but the canal and it's history and future. Going to do this trip again and bring the nieces next time.... More