Spend New Year’s Eve 2024 with us on the River Thames, experiencing London’s world-famous New Year’s Eve fireworks (presented by the Mayor of London) from the comfort of our modern and spacious boats. Our cruises include drinks, snacks and live music!

This year with even more departure piers! Choose the most convenient pier for you; board at Tilbury, Gravesend, Barking Riverside, North Greenwich, Canary Wharf, Battersea Power Station or Putney for an unforgettable evening. 

Remember, our piers and boats are accessible and each New Year's Eve Cruise can carry two unfolded wheelchairs and an unlimited number of folded wheelchairs.

New Year's Eve Cruise package

Our New Year's Cruise costs £180 per person and includes: 

  • Clipper

    River cruise

    An exclusive River Thames cruise offering you unparalleled views of London by night. Sail past iconic landmarks and enjoy front-row seats to the capital's spectacular fireworks.

  • Glass Wine Fill

    Drinks

    A welcome glass of red or white wine (or soft drink) when you board and a glass of Champagne at midnight.

    A wide range of drinks and light snacks are available for purchase at our onboard café bar (cashless bar).

  • COMFORT

    Snack box

    A box with delicious nibbles to satisfy all cravings! Gluten-free and vegan.

  • Music Note Fill

    Live music

    Live music entertainment bringing good energy to your night.

Book your cruise

New Year's Eve at Clipper Lounge

Travel information

Plan your journey to the departing pier well in advance. To be certain about your route over the holidays, be sure to check your journey at tfl.gov.uk or nationalrail.co.uk.

Terms and conditions
  • The New Year's Eve Cruise Packages are exclusive charter services and are not part of the regular Uber Boat by Thames Clippers services. Tickets for Hop-on Hop-off, single, return, season passes, carnets, or any other tickets for regular services are not valid for these cruises.

  • Each ticket includes:
    • A river cruise with views of London's New Year's Eve fireworks;
    • A complimentary welcome drink on arrival (choice of red or white wine, with a soft drink alternative available) and a glass of champagne at midnight;
    • A gluten-free and vegan snack box, featuring: Italian olives, fava crisps (sea salt & black pepper flavour), salted caramel gourmet popcorn, and Belgian chocolate drops (from sustainable cocoa farms);
    • Live music entertainment.
  • Concessionary rates are not available for the New Year's Eve Cruise Packages.
  • Children are welcome, but they must have a full-price ticket.
  • Tickets are valid only for the specific New Year's Eve Cruise Package indicated on the ticket. They cannot be used for any other cruise package from the same or different pier, or for regular services on 31 December 2024.
  • There are 4 different cruises with different departure times and piers. These are round trips, passengers will disembark at the pier they initially embarked from.

  • NYE Package 1:
    This vessel will stop at four different piers, please read carefully.
    • First departure pier: Tilbury
      • Departure time: 20:45
      • Return time: 01:30
    • Second departure pier: Gravesend
      • Departure time: 21:00
      • Return time: 01:40
    • Third departure pier: Barking Riverside
      • Departure time: 21:30
      • Return time: 01:10
    • Forth departure pier: North Greenwich
      • Departure time: 21:50
      • Return time: 00:45
  • NYE Package 2:
    This vessel will stop at two different piers, please read carefully.
    • First departure pier: Putney 
      • Departure time: 22:00
      • Return time: 00:45
    • Second departure pier: Battersea Power Station
      • Departure time: 22:15
      • Return time: 00:30
  • NYE Package 3:
    • Departure pier: Battersea Power Station
    • Departure time: 22:00
    • Return time: 00:45
  • NYE Package 4:
    • Departure pier: Canary Wharf
    • Departure time: 22:00
    • Return time: 00:45
  • Passengers are responsible for arriving at the departure pier at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. No refunds or exchanges will be given for late arrivals or no-shows.
  • Boarding piers and vessels are accessible and each New Year's Eve Cruise can carry two unfolded wheelchairs and an unlimited number of folded wheelchairs. 
  • New Year’s Eve Cruise Package tickets are non-refundable.
  • For any enquiries please contact our customer service team.
  • All travel is subject to our Conditions of Carriage

 

Bag policy, security measures and prohibited items

Bag policy

  • Only small bags are permitted on board, defined as A4 size or smaller (21cm x 30cm) or a standard handbag.
  • Larger bags, including backpacks, suitcases, laptop bags, and tote bags, are not allowed.
  • Each guest may bring one small bag.

Security measures
To ensure everyone’s safety, enhanced security checks, including bag searches, will take place prior to boarding. Our security team will also be present on board throughout the cruise.

Prohibited items
The following items are not allowed on board:

  • Bags that exceed the size restrictions (medical exemptions apply)
  • Alcohol
  • Food and drink
  • Weapons, tools, or offensive items (e.g., knives, batons)
  • Drones
  • E-scooters and e-unicycles
  • Items prohibited under UK law

Additional notes
Smoking and vaping are strictly prohibited on board.