Overview
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2 hours
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Climb aboard the Volunteer Princess, and join us for a public cruise or private event along Knoxville, Tennessee’s beautiful riverfront! Our luxury yacht is designed with you and your guests in mind, so you’ll find both modern luxury and classic design as you cruise with us and celebrate events both large and small along the Tennessee River.
Our two fully enclosed and climate-controlled decks allow us to set sail year-round regardless of weather, so you can feel confident hosting a private event or joining us for one of our popular public cruises! Tailored to your food, drink, and entertainment needs, our offerings and unique setting ensure your gatherings on Knoxville’s finest riverboat are splendid. From sunset dinners and champagne brunches to birthday parties and company outings, our popular riverboat cruises are sure to impress both you and your guests. Celebrate on the Volunteer Princess, and you’ll see why the best events are on the water!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The hours specified in the tour are the hours taken on the journey and these are approximate.
What To Expect
Volunteer Landing Park
This is the departure site of the Volunteer Princess
Sunsphere Tower
We cruise downstream as we pass the Sunsphere – the symbol of the 1982 World’s Fair.
Options
Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise
afternoon
Lunch Cruise on the River
Lunch Cruise: You'll enjoy a wonderful meal in a beautiful setting, you'll thoroughly enjoy your experience on our lunch cruises.
Sunset Dinner Cruise
Sunset Dinner Cruise: 2 hour cruise around Knoxville Three-course dinner Private table Fully stocked bar and more!
Sunset Sightseeing Cruise
What‘s Included
Restroom on board
Alcoholic Beverages
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
42 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommend
Journey37144725666,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great food, great service, beautiful views!
So worth it!
Danielle W,May 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was slightly raining but the cruise didn’t disappoint. This was our second time cruising and we’ll definitely be back. The food was amazing. The captain and serving crew was amazing!
If I had known
Expedition525532,May 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00I guess there was something lost in translation. We took the tour to see sights and maybe learn something about Knoxville and the surroundings, from the aspect of the history of the river. Instead it was a food and booze and 70’s music cruise. There was no information about what we seeing, other than a flimsy laminated one sheet with 5 obscure facts. When I asked the very nice staff and captain about the history of river life, downtown Knoxville or the beginnings of Knoxville, no one had any idea…. “ I don’t know” ..was the answer. If I had known that this was going to be the experience, I would not have booked it
Cruising on the river
Michelle c,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a nice cruise down the river. Dinner was good, service was good. My husband and I really enjoyed it!
It was great, relaxing...
Cedric B,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was great, relaxing even ,three coarse lunch. The staff was nice and just the overall atmosphere was wonderful.
Gentle ride to experience!
Judi E,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Relaxing, gentle river ride to enjoy! Staff was professional and friendly! The scenery was interesting, too!
Volunteer Princess Cruise with an elderly gem
cynthiaR1302,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The captain and crew were extremely attentive and helpful. They volunteered to drive my 87 year old mother in a golf cart to our car, which was in a parking lot quite a ways from the boat. The food and refreshments were very good.
Enjoyable Riverboat Cruise
Connector266717,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice and professional staff we enjoyed the gorgeous view along the way.
Do it at least once.
melanierT3786NH,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the 5-7pm cruise without the dinner. It still allowed for drinks and appetizers. The captain was wonderful. He greeted everyone and sent us all off. The drinks were good. Everyone was friendly. Two hours was just right. Scenery enjoyable looking at all the unique and historic homes. Only criticism was that no one came to our table to ask for food orders until the tour was more than half done. They were also out of half the appetizers. We ordered the pretzel and cheese, which was fine but didn’t even have time to finish eating. Would definitely recommend.
Wife's Birthday!!
Tom H,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Give yourself time to park and walk to Marina. There are plenty of signs to guide you where to park and access to the Marina.
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