There has always been something special about being on the water. I grew up visiting family in a small town toward central Wisconsin, and cherished any time I was able to spend on the Chain of Lakes. Floating on a tube, in a canoe, or a motorboat, it didn’t matter. My mind would quiet, my tension would ease, and I would find my zen space. I believe we have a special connection with the water, beyond our need for survival physically, it smooths out the rough edges emotionally too, if even for an hour or two.<\/p>\n
That is why I started River Tyme Tours (formerly Fox River Tours). Living in Appleton and working in De Pere, the river we have running through our backyard is beautiful and wide and powerful and feels like vacation, just sitting next to it. Having the ability to be on<\/em> the river, whenever it fits into your day to day, is a gift that you should have without having to own your own boat. We offer that ability – hope to see you out there.<\/p>\n We have 2 boats – one in De Pere (a suburb of Green Bay) and the other in Appleton. They are about 30 minutes apart via highway and they offer different experiences. Thank you for your interest! <\/p>\n Candice <\/p>\n There happens to be a beautiful river flowing right through the heart of some pretty cool cities, in a wonderful state, in the Midwestern U.S. People don\u2019t usually think about it in terms of vacation opportunities. This is all the better for you, because you have found your way to a best-kept secret.<\/p>\n Let us show you what Wisconsin hospitality and a boat that floats will do to your psyche. Stress? Schedules? Deadlines? None exist when you are on River Tyme, our nicely renovated, 55-foot Riverboat, OR on River Tyme Too, our also newly renovated, 46-foot Canal Boat, just waiting to take you and yours out on the Fox.<\/p>\n The Lower Fox River begins at the north end of Lake Winnebago and flows north to empty into Lake Michigan at Green Bay. The river drops about 164 feet over this 40-mile stretch \u2013 if you think about it, that\u2019s the drop of Niagara Falls!<\/p>\n The Fox River features a system of 17 recently restored locks. Historically, the elevation change encouraged industrial development and urbanization along this river section. Today, the locks make recreational navigation possible along portions of the Lower Fox.<\/p>\n Communities found along the Lower Fox River (South to North): Neenah, Menasha, Appleton, Kimberly, Little Chute, Kaukauna, Wrightstown, De Pere, Ashwaubenon, Allouez, and Green Bay.<\/p>\n We have 2 distinctly different, yet somehow cohesively similar vessels as part of the Fox River Tours Family.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Both are steel, one of a kind, and made for taking passengers on sightseeing tours. Both have been rehabbed and loved and repainted and look their best. Both are on the Fox River ……<\/p>\n River Tyme – Out of service as of Aug 1, 2023<\/strong> River Tyme Too<\/strong> River Tyme – De Pere<\/a> Motor Coach Group Tour Info<\/a><\/p>\nOverview<\/h4>\n
\nThe Fox River<\/h4>\n
\nThe Fox River Tour Vessels<\/h4>\n
\nFull Service with Fully Stocked Bar
\n4 crew – Captain, Bartender, 1st Mate, 2nd Mate
\nNarrator for Heavy Narration Cruises
\nEnclosed lower level, open air upper level
\nCapacity of 49 Passengers
\nTables, Chairs, Carpet
\nRestroom
\nDocked in De Pere<\/p>\n
\nFull Service with Beer, Soda, Water and Individual Bottles of Wine
\n2 crew – Captain, Crew Mate
\nNarrator for Heavy Narration Cruises
\nCapacity of 40 Passengers, most comfortable around 34
\nBenches with Cushions
\nRestroom on Land
\nDocked in Appleton<\/p>\n
\nRiver Tyme Too – Appleton<\/a><\/p>\n