Custom luxury charters, sunset cruises, and SS United States departures with licensed captains and modern onboard amenities.
Philadelphia Cruise Company is a Camden, New Jersey–based charter operator offering private river cruises on the Schuylkill and Delaware rivers. The company operates pontoon-style vessels and specializes in customizable luxury charters, sunset cruises, themed departures, and private group experiences. Each trip is guided by a licensed captain and can include onboard features such as a Bluetooth sound system, LED mood lighting, a cooler for beverages, and GoPro footage to capture moments.
Available trips include the Philly Special custom luxury charter, Schuylkill River sunset and Love City cruises, Delaware River sunset and daytime cruises, and special departures alongside the SS United States. Guests can book private charters to tailor routes, music, and stops at dockside restaurants or scenic skyline vantage points. Several experiences explicitly note a bring-your-own-drinks policy while providing onboard amenities for comfort and entertainment.
The company focuses on providing memorable, private experiences for celebrations, social gatherings, and sightseeing along Philadelphia’s waterfront. Departure location is Camden, New Jersey, with routes that explore Philadelphia skyline views, historic ships, iconic bridges, and landmark attractions such as the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Reservations are made per trip and can be customized within the options described for each experience. The business presents itself as a practical choice for groups seeking flexible, small-group river cruises with licensed captains and modern onboard features to enhance enjoyment on the water. Booking information, availability, pricing, and specific departure times are provided per listing; potential guests should consult the tour descriptions to confirm details before reserving.
“Every outing is organized with local river knowledge, basic safety instruction, and equipment checks before departure.”
