FAQ & Policies

Yes. All ticket prices are per person.

You must be at least 21 years of age to tour, and a valid ID is required.

We will be in operational breweries so the ability to control yourself is paramount for you, your fellow tour members, and the facilities’ safety. We want you to have a good time, but within reason.

NOTE: If Raleigh Brews Cruise guests arrive intoxicated at the tour departure location, it is at the cruise guide’s discretion whether to allow them on the tour vehicle. If you are turned away due to intoxication, you will still be charged in full for the cruise. Also, if you start drinking earlier in the day and become intoxicated during the tour you may not be allowed back on the vehicle or into the next location and may have to arrange for your own return transportation.

Tours on average last four hours, but will vary depending upon the itinerary. Be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to ensure an on-time departure. The Raleigh Brews Cruise bus will not leave any later than 15 minutes after the scheduled departure time. While we strive to stay on schedule, circumstances beyond our control may alter our plans. Please be aware that our return time is flexible.

Typically you will receive multiple samples at each brewery during the tour. You are not obligated to drink each sample provided. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU ARRANGE TRANSPORTATION OR DESIGNATE A SOBER DRIVER BACK TO YOUR HOME OR HOTEL AT THE END OF THE TOUR. Your guide will happily provide you with local taxicab information at your request. North Carolina’s blood alcohol level limit for DUI is .08, and the average male will hit a .05 level with two craft beers in one hour. You may not consume alcohol on the bus. There will be coolers on the bus to store your growlers or other purchases.

Please arrive for your cruise approximately 10-15 minutes early to ensure an on-time departure. The Raleigh Brews Cruise bus will not leave any later than 15 minutes after the scheduled departure time.

There is a four-person minimum for each tour. In the event the minimum number of cruisers is not met, the tour is subject to cancellation. If your tour is canceled, you will be contacted by Raleigh Brews Cruise prior to your tour date. You will be refunded or offered a different tour date.

We have a 24-hour cancellation policy (48 hours for parties of six or more). We require a $5 cancellation fee for each ticket cancelled. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start of your scheduled tour (48 hours for parties of six or more) will be charged full ticket price. We may also have to cancel tours due to adverse weather and will make every effort to notify customers in a timely manner. We will issue refunds if a tour is canceled due to weather. No refunds for no-shows.

You may not consume alcohol on the bus. There will be coolers on the bus to store your growlers or other purchases. Food may be brought on board, as long as you clean up your mess! We recommend that you eat a meal before your tour as you will be visiting multiple breweries and tasting several styles of beer. We will provide water and light snacks on the bus.

We will be in operational breweries so please dress appropriately. Open-toed shoes are NOT permitted for safety reasons in some of the breweries, so please wear closed-toe shoes! Leave your flip-flops and sandals at home, please. Tennis shoes are a great option as the floors of the breweries are often wet.

Yes. Most of the breweries offer a selection of t-shirts, pint glasses, growlers, etc., for purchase. A cooler is available on the bus to keep your brew cold until the tour is over. You may not consume alcohol on the bus.

Generally, we do not make special arrangements. We may make exceptions for private or custom tours. Please call for more information.

Yes, we offer custom group tours. Please contact us for details.

Yes, we do allow walk-ons. Just give us an advance call at 919.986.2929 to let us know. Cash will be accepted if exact change and credit cards can be processed on-site.