Stillwater River Cruise

9:45 a.m. Leave Burnsville Senior Center, 200 W. Burnsville Pwky., Burnsville - bus will load at #12 Door lower level.

11:00 a.m. Arrive in Stillwater, the birthplace of Minnesota. It is former lumbering center located on the St. Croix River. This distinctive community has a wealth of 19th century Greek Revival, Queen Anne and Italianate architecture. It offers an excellent blend of history, scenery, shopping and culture.

Unload at the docks of the St. Croix Boat & Packet Company to board the scheduled cruise. Note: The boat staff is available to help guests who need assistance. Depending on water levels, there could be considerable walking from the bus parking area to the boat landing. Gangplanks could be steep, but there are railings. 

11:30 a.m. Depart for a cruise on the St. Croix River aboard one of the modern vessels from the St. Croix Boat & Packet Company fleet. It is climate controlled and fully accessible. Table seating is available on the first floor. Relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of the St. Croix River. This cruise is not narrated, you may want to bring a deck of cards to play while cruising.

11:45 a.m. A deli luncheon is served buffet style as you cruise the St. Croix River. Menu: The Deli Luncheon has a variety of meats and cheeses, salads, and dessert bars. Coffee and soft drinks are included in the price. You will receive a sticker which indicates to boat staff that you have prepaid for the for the lunch and a beverage.

1:30 p.m. The boat will return to the Stillwater Docks. Transfer passengers to Pedestrian Plaza in downtown Stillwater to shop. There are unique boutiques, specialty gift stores, art galleries, candy stores and more that reflect the variety of the community

3:00 p.m. Bus will return to Pedestrian Plaza to pick up passengers.

4:15 p.m. Estimated return time to Burnsville.

Registration Deadline May 23.  No refunds after this date.

Cost is $99 per passenger. Price includes the cost of transportation, features outlined in the description, taxes and customary gratuities. Voluntary tips for the driver and tour director are customary and vary with the extent of the trip. Industry standards range from $1-$5 per passenger for each. No refunds after registration deadline. Passengers may gift their trip to a friend. Travel insurance can be purchased separately by individual  passengers.