Holiday Cruises 2024 - Christmas

San Diego’s Best Holiday Cruises 2024

San Diego Bay is the ideal place to celebrate the joy and magic of the holiday season. San Diego's mild winter weather is just cool enough to stir your festive spirit. It's the beginning of Whale Watching Season, Christmas season, and best of all... holiday party season! So gather up your group for a date to celebrate on the bay.

The friendly Flagship crew will create the perfect escape aboard one of our modern yachts, tastefully adorned with decorations, holiday music and personalized details. Enjoy a moment to reflect and relax; the panoramic views of San Diego are timeless, and the memories will last a lifetime. Whether you are celebrating with a large group or at an intimate table, choose San Diego's favorite local fleet to be the venue. If you have any questions about our holiday events, just reach out to guest services for help.

December Nights

December Nights

If you are planning a festive night out in San Diego, this is your event. A holiday-themed three-course dinner cruise on a decorated yacht on San Diego Bay.

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December Nights

Christmas Eve

Celebrate this holiday season aboard with friends, family and festive lights and enjoy the twinkling lights of our beautifully decorated vessel.

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December Nights

Christmas Day

Experience our beautifully festive vessel as you sip complimentary champagne, revel in the breathtaking views of the San Diego skyline, and enjoy live holiday music.

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New Year's Cruise couple toasting champagne

New Year Cruises

Give 2024 the spectacular send-off it deserves. Ring in the new year in style aboard a yacht on San Diego Bay. Choose from either a New Year's Eve Cocktail Cruise, Dinner Cruise or New Year's Weekend Brunch Cruise.

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Weekend Brunch

Weekend Brunch

Celebrate another beautiful December weekend in San Diego with a brunch cruise. Decorations, great weather and bottomless mimosas will help you get in the spirit.

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December Harbor Tours

Harbor Tours

Take the family on an extra-special holiday harbor tour aboard a decorated ship. Fun for all ages, with something new to see every time.

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Holiday Parties

Holiday Parties

Get the team together to celebrate the accomplishments of the year and see San Diego in its most festive light. Reserve your date ASAP!

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Special Holiday Events

Holiday Parties Simplified

If you are celebrating with a smaller group, from 2-20, December Nights is for you. Enjoy semi-private space, easy menu, etc.

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Holiday Ferry Ride

An Affordable way to Enjoy the Bay

The most affordable way to get on the bay is the Flagship Ferry. Check the schedule and time it for sunset views, twinkling lights, or to enjoy activities in Coronado like viewing the Hotel Del Christmas Tree. The ferry runs 365 days a year including Christmas Day.

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Looking for a memorable San Diego gift? A Flagship cruise is the perfect gift idea for friends, family, business contacts, and anyone who deserves a special treat.

Redeemable toward the purchase of tickets for any Flagship cruise, including Dining and Cocktail Cruises, Whale WatchingHarbor Tours, Patriot Jet Boat, and the Flagship Ferry.

Gift someone the beauty of San Diego Bay, the thrill of cruising on a luxury yacht, and Flagship’s first-class service all rolled into one. Order a Flagship gift card today!

Flagship Cruises Gift Card

Gift cards are delivered instantly and can be sent to any recipient via email. Simply add them as the contact when checking out or send them the gift card code in a separate email.