90-Min Sightseeing or 2-Hour Dinner Cruise in Lake Minnetonka Abroad the Luxurious Paradise Yachts

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A journey aboard the luxurious Paradise yachts, experiencing the majestic Lake Minnetonka. Guests can enjoy relaxing, narrated sightseeing or themed dining cruises, marveling at amazing estates, quaint cottages, and historic yacht clubs along the beautiful shoreline!

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Highlights

  • Explore the beautiful Lake Minnetonka, derived from the Sioux language meaning "Big Water," aboard a luxurious yacht for a fully narrated 90-minute tour

  • Choose from a variety of themed 2-hour dining cruises, including Cheeseburger in Paradise, Mexican Fiesta, Happy Hour Pizza, and Sunday Brunch

  • Enjoy the sights of amazing estates, quaint cottages, and historic yacht clubs while learning about the local history

  • Relax with full bar service available on all cruises, with cash and credit accepted

  • Perfect for Gifting! Treat friends or family to a memorable outing on the water

  • Additional alcoholic beverages and snacks from the cash bar

  • No outside food or beverages may be brought on board

What To Expect

Glide along the beautiful Lake Minnetonka aboard a luxurious yacht, taking in the serene and picturesque surroundings. Guests will enjoy a fully narrated journey on one of America's most popular lakes, observing amazing estates, quaint cottages, and historic yacht clubs. Discover the rich local history of "Big Water" during a relaxing 90-minute sightseeing cruise, with onboard concessions and full bar service available.
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For an elevated experience, guests can opt for a delightful 2-hour dinner or brunch cruise. Choose from exciting themes like the "South of the border" Mexican Fiesta with a build-your-burrito bowl buffet, the popular Happy Hour Pizza cruise with salad and drink specials, a classic Cheeseburger in Paradise, or a scenic Sunday Brunch. All dining cruises offer a unique culinary journey complete with spectacular views and full bar service.

Vessels for Sightseeing or Cruise

1. The Paradise Destiny II

This luxurious 70 foot motor-yacht is the most accommodating yacht for groups of 40 to 100 passengers on Lake Minnetonka.

Stunning from bow to stern, The luxurious new Paradise Destiny II boasts 2 decks of floor-to-ceiling windows, a grand center staircase, hard surface counter tops, spacious bathrooms, skylights, large open-air aft deck, elegant aft patio deck, 2 climate controlled grand salons, the most advanced safety features, a state of the art entertainment system, and much more!

2. The Paradise Princess II

A sister yacht to the Paradise Grand, this luxurious 57 foot Skipper Liner motor-yacht is the most accommodating yacht for groups of 10 to 45 passengers.

Designed with comfort and safety in mind, this sleek motor-yacht provides all weather protection with our completely deployable upper deck enclosures and convenient enclosed stairwells. The professionally decorated, climate controlled grand salon provides comfortable lounge style seating and a fully appointed bar. The spacious sun and bow deck areas provide beautiful bistro style dining and seating under the sun or stars

3. Paradise Grand

A sister yacht to the Paradise Princess II, this luxurious 57-foot Skipper Liner motor yacht is the most accommodating yacht for groups of 10 to 45 passengers.

Designed with comfort and safety in mind, this sleek motor yacht provides all-weather protection with our completely deployable upper deck enclosures and convenient enclosed stairwells. The professionally decorated, climate-controlled grand salon provides comfortable lounge-style seating and a fully appointed bar. The spacious sun and bow deck areas provide beautiful bistro-style dining and seating under the sun or stars

Plan Your Visit

  • Operating Hours
    Hours vary by season and cruise type (Mother's Day through Fall Colors). Please check the merchant's website for specific Sightseeing and Dining cruise schedules
  • Duration
    Sightseeing cruises last approximately 90 minutes. Dinner and Brunch cruises last approximately 2 hours
  • Departure & Arrival
    All cruises depart from The Port of Excelsior on Lake Minnetonka. Boarding begins 10 to 15 minutes prior to the scheduled cruise time

Ticket Options

90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise

Enjoy a captivating 90-minute journey along Lake Minnetonka. Learn about the lake's history and take in sights of amazing estates and historic yacht clubs. A full-service cash bar with snacks (like corn dogs) is available for purchase. Valid for 1, 2, 4, or 6 people

2-Hour Dining Cruises

Choose from themed culinary journeys: Cheeseburger in Paradise (Sundays/Wednesdays), Mexican Fiesta (Mondays), Happy Hour Pizza (Tuesdays), or the scenic Sunday Brunch. All options include spectacular views and full bar access. Valid for 1, 2, 4, or 6 people. Reservations required

How It Works

1. Grab the Deal

Buy your Groupon first, choosing your desired cruise type and group size!

2. Plan your Visit

Follow the link on your Groupon to select the date. Ensure you book before the reservation cut-off times for dining cruises

3. Redeem your Mobile Ticket

Enter your Groupon code at checkout

4. Enjoy the Experience!

Arrive 10-15 minutes early at The Port of Excelsior

FAQs

Are outside food or alcoholic beverages permitted on board?

No, outside food and beverages are strictly prohibited on the vessels. Full bar service and concessions/meals are available onboard

When are reservations required for the Dining Cruises?

Reservations are strictly required. For Cheeseburger and Fiesta cruises, book by 10 AM day-of. For Pizza cruises, book by 3 PM day-of. For Sunday Brunch, book by 10 AM the Saturday prior

Where do the cruises depart from?

All Lake Minnetonka cruises depart from The Port of Excelsior

What payment methods are accepted onboard?

Both cash and credit are accepted for the full bar service and concessions

Fine Print

Promotional value expires 180 days after purchase. Amount paid never expires.
  • 3-day hassle-free refund guarantee: Free cancellation for up to 3 days after purchase for unredeemed vouchers
  • Online registration required; book after purchase from My Stuff
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  • A $2 merchant processing fee and $1 fuel surcharge per ticket ($3 total) are included in the value of the voucher
  • A $10 transfer fee per ticket applies if transferring to a different date or time.
  • Must provide 21+ ID to receive alcoholic beverages
  • Merchant's standard cancellation policy applies (any fees not to exceed Groupon price)
  • Valid for 6 months
  • Limit 30 per person
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  • Bookings can be modified or cancelled up to 24 hours before the appointment
  • No refunds after cancellation/modification period
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