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It is with profound sadness that we announce our operating season in 2020 is going to be canceled. While we would love to be cruising the historic Erie Canal with you, the challenges with operating on a shortened season and with social distancing would prove too challenging for us this year. Please know that we intend to be back in 2021 so please plan to join us next year!

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ERIE CANAL SIGHTSEEING CRUISE

Our most popular cruise departs daily! Enjoy the scenery of the Mohawk Valley as you cruise the calm waters of the Erie Canal, learning about the history of the area and locks.

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ABOUT US

We welcome you to beautiful Mohawk Valley and Erie Canal Cruises. Erie Canal Cruises tour boats Lil’ Diamond II and Lil’ Diamond III are docked at Gems Along the Mohawk, the Official Mohawk Valley Visitor Center. Located at 800 Mohawk Street in Herkimer, NY, we are directly across from the New York State Thruway Exit 30.

We invite you to join us on one of our Lil’ Diamond vessels for a fun and historically fascinating cruise, back to a time when the canal was just a vision and the barges were pulled by mules and horses. Travel thru a hundred-year-old lock, relax and enjoy – you’ll be glad you did.

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OVER 1,000 FIVE-STAR REVIEWS ON TRIPADVISOR!

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A WONDERFUL PLACE FOR ALL AGES

This cruise was very informative and narrated well by the captain as well as a recording. The price was very reasonable and my husband and I really enjoyed how the lifts worked. A very enjoyable day!

– Vicki O., TripAdvisor
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WHAT A GEM!

We thoroughly enjoyed this hidden gem of a cruise! Everyone was friendly and the captain was incredibly knowledgeable. Kids should take this cruise to learn about the rich history of our canal system.

– Stacy P., TripAdvisor
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INTERESTING AND BEAUTIFUL

Cruising the Erie Canal was a beautiful adventure. It was exciting to actually enter the lock and see how the water is controlled for boats along the Mohawk River. The historical and geographical information was very interesting, as well. A very worthwhile experience.

– Gale B., TripAdvisor
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FUN AND EDUCATIONAL

The captain had a wonderful personality, and great knowledge. The mate was very helpful as well. Great cruise, lots of history and wonderful views.

– Ben M., TripAdvisor
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ERIE CANAL CRUISE

Great cruise. Very informational. Had a great time. Very comfortable ride. The Locks were exciting. Captain was very entertaining. Had dinner after the cruise in the Waterfront Grille and it was excellent. Great service and great food.

– Steven S., TripAdvisor
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CANAL CRUISE

Very nice cruise. The captain was very informative narrating the cruise. The scenery was very peaceful and we even saw a bald eagle! The locks were interesting and fun to be in while we went to different levels of the river. Great trip. Really enjoyed it.

– Victoria B., TripAdvisor