Chicago Lunch Cruises

A casual lunch cruise is the perfect way to experience the Chicago skyline from a unique vantage point. Enjoy a two hour escape to the signature elegance and total entertainment experience only a true luxury cruising vessel can provide.

Creative appetizers, entrees and desserts are prepared fresh onboard daily. Award-winning wines may be purchased from our cash bar. And you'll enjoy unmatched views of the historic Chicago skyline drifting past your table.

These rates are for weekday lunch cruises.

This cruise is not available for New Year's Day, Valentines, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day or New Year's Eve. Sometimes for those dates, this cruise is replaced by a special event cruise at different rates.

Cruise Summary

The experience begins as you board our luxury yacht at the Pier. After a quick stop for a commemorative boarding photo (available for purchase at the end of your cruise), one of our hosts will seat you at your private table. Relax with a beverage, or tour the ship's three indoor dining rooms.

A great way to start your afternoon is by watching the boat cast off from one of our outside observation decks. When you are ready to begin lunch, order your meal from the extensive menu of creative appetizers, entrees and desserts complemented perfectly by our excellent wine list. Bring an appetite, as the food is delicious, plentiful and always prepared freshly to your specifications.

Entertainment? You bet! The Sapphire and Topaz Decks will have three piece bands with vocalists offering a broad repertoire. Our Amethyst deck will feature the piano and vocal stylings of Steve Carson, performing classical, jazz, show tunes, and pop selections that offer guests a slightly more relaxed atmosphere.

Be sure to bring along your camera to capture the historic Chicago skyline!

On your return to the Wharf, the crew will wish you farewell. When you disembark be sure to stop and view your boarding photo, processed and ready for purchase.

Sightseeing on the Cruise:

Your excursion covers the magnificent lakefront with spectacular views of the city's downtown. No trip to Chicago is complete without a view from the deck of our festive ship. And while you're enjoying all the highlights, you can dine, dance and have a great time, too.

1. Navy Pier
This Chicago landmark was built in 1916 and today offers more than 50 acres of parks, gardens, shops, restaurants, and attractions including one of the country's largest Ferris Wheels.

2. Jardine Filtration Plant
The world's largest filtration plant; it processes one million gallons a minute.

3. Adler Planetarium
Built in 1930, this fascinating attraction was a gift to the city from Max Adler of Sears & Roebuck fame.

4. John G. Shedd Aquarium
Opened in 1930, its original salt water came by train from Key West. Today, it is home to more than 8,000 aquatic animals.

5. Soldier Field
Opened in 1924, it was named in memory of Americans killed in World War I, and later rededicated to World War II soldiers. It is now home stadium of the Chicago Bears football team.

6. Grant Park
Covering 319 prime acres along the lakefront, it was developed into one of America's great city parks after the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.

7. Buckingham Fountain
Built in 1927 at the center of Grant Park, this is the world's largest lighted fountain.

8. McCormick Place
This stunning lakefront convention center boasts the largest column-free space in the world.

9. Willis Tower
At 110 stories, this soaring skyscraper was the world's tallest building until 1996 when the Petronus Towers in Malaysia were built. From the Willis Tower Observatory, you can see Michigan, Wisconsin, and Indiana.

10. Associates Center
Now known as the "Stone Container Building," this uniquely designed diamond-roofed structure was completed in 1983 at 41 stories and has been featured in movies and television.

11. Amoco Oil Building
Built in 1973 and rising 80 stories, it is one of the tallest buildings in Chicago. It is unusual for the fact that it has no corner offices.

12. A T & T Corporate Center
Affectionately known as the "white castle building," it was built in 1988 and, at 875 feet, is among the top ten tallest buildings in Chicago.

13. John Hancock Center
When it was completed in 1970, it was the world's tallest building, supported by braces to prevent it from swaying in the gusts off Lake Michigan. Its skywalk observatory, at 1127 feet, is the Midwest's highest open-air experience.

14. Lake Michigan
Formed by Ice Age glaciers, it is the only one of the Great Lakes that lies wholly in the US. It is approximately 307 miles long, 118 miles wide and 925 feet deep.

Menu
subject to change

FIRST COURSE
Classic Caesar - Crisp Romaine Hearts tossed with hand cut Croutons, shaved Parmesan Reggiano, in a traditional Caesar Dressing

Lobster Bisque - Lobster simmered in sweet cream Butter and blended with Sherry and Crème Fraiche, served with an herbed Crouton

Caramelized Duck en Croute - Duck Confit, Forest Mushrooms, Sage and Monterrey Jack Cheese baked in a Puff Pastry, served over Spaghetti Squash, with Dried Cherries, Candied Pecans and drizzle of Marsala Wine Demi-glace

MAIN COURSE
Maple-Glazed Chipotle Chicken - Pan-roasted smoked Chicken Breast, served with a fiery Vegetable Ratatouille and roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes, topped with a Chipotle Tomato Cream

Sesame-Grilled Salmon - Fillet Fillet of grilled Salmon, roasted with Sesame, Soy and fresh Ginger, served atop Jasmine Rice and a salad of Romaine in a light Rice Wine Vinaigrette

Seafood Ravioli - Gratinee Jumbo Ravioli filled with imported Italian Cheeses, topped with Gulf Shrimp, Bay Scallops, and a rustic Pomodoro Sauce

Roasted Vegetable Napoleon - Ragoût of Tomato, Zucchini, Eggplant and Summer Squash, layered with a White Bean Purée between crispy Lavash, served with a fresh Basil Marinara

DESSERTS
New York Style Cheesecake - Traditional rich Cheesecake atop a seasonal Glaze

Odyssey's Signature Decadent Chocolate Truffle Torte - Rich two layer moist Cake filled with a delicate Chocolate Mousse fully enrobed in a smooth Dark Chocolate Ganache

Bread Pudding Baked with Dried Currants, Cranberries and Coconut, served warm with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream sprinkled with Toasted Coconut

Peach and Blueberry Crisp - Fruit Crisp served warm with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and a light Blueberry Purée

72 HOURS MINIMUM ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED. This tour does NOT include a hotel pick-up. Rates are per person and include food service gratuity. Bar service and gratuity on bar service not included. Child discount applies to ages 3 through 11; children 2 and under are free. Reserve online, or call us toll-free at 888-881-3284.