Grand New England Cruise

Pre-Cruise

Excursions & Entertainment

• Four Seasons Pre-Cruise Package - Boston
  Four Seasons Pre-Cruise Package - Boston

  Arrive to Boston the night before your cruise and stay at the highly acclaimed Four Seasons Hotel, conveniently located in the heart of downtown. The morning of embarkation enjoy concierge luggage service, a full breakfast, and take part in a narrated city excursion which visits sites such as Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, concluding at the ship for seamless embarkation where your luggage will be waiting for you in your stateroom.
  
  Pre-Cruise Packages must be reserved at least 30 days before your cruise date. Please call (800) 460-4518 for pricing and availability.

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Day 1 - Boston, MA

Excursions & Entertainment

• Welcome Aboard
  Welcome Aboard

  As you embark upon your journey, enjoy a Welcome Aboard Reception with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment. Meet the crew, your onboard experts, and fellow guests. Learn more about the wonderful adventure ahead of you.

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Day 2 - Portland, ME

Excursions & Entertainment

• Best Craft Beverages Bus
  Best Craft Beverages Bus

  There is no better way to experience Portland’s craft wines, beers, and spirits than aboard the Maine Brews Cruise Bus. Led by an engaging guide, get an inside look at a local distillery, winery, and brewery where you can partake in samples. Along the ride, enjoy fun beer trivia and history. Whether you are an amateur sipper or a full-on connoisseur, this is an experience you won’t want to miss.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: No

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• Old Port Walk, Talk, & Taste
  Old Port Walk, Talk, & Taste

  Drink through Portland beer history on this leisurely walking excursion. Visit and learn about notable Portland landmarks, including numerous former brewery sites, the U.S. Custom House, the Workingmen’s Club, the Mariners’ Church, the Seamen’s Club, and the working waterfront that was essential for importing many goods and the exporting of alcohol, during times of prohibition. As part of this historical journey, we will stop at 3 legendary Portland breweries for a sample of craft beer, including Shipyard Brewing Company, Sebago Brewing Company, and Gritty McDuff’s.

  Activity Level: Moderate | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Partial

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• Portland Lighthouse Boat Experience
  Portland Lighthouse Boat Experience

  Board the Elizabeth Grace for a cruise around scenic Portland Harbor and out into Casco Bay. While sipping local craft beer, keep your eyes open for potential seal sightings, as well as the multiple lighthouses, islands, and forts. Light refreshments, including non-alcoholic beverages are available throughout.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Partial

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• Portland City Exploration - Complimentary Excursion
  Portland City Exploration - Complimentary Excursion

  Portland is Maine’s largest city-by-the-sea. The Old Port waterfront features working fishing wharves and converted warehouses with restaurants and shops. The Western Promenade is a public park atop a bluff, offering river and mountain views. Its surrounding district, the West End, is full of Victorian-era homes

  Meet your local guide for a narrated exploration. View Longfellow’s boyhood home, sea captains’ houses and the elegant Victorian Mansion. Travel through historic neighborhoods overlooking the islands of Casco Bay in Portland Harbor. Stop at Portland Head Lighthouse in Fort Williams Park, a historic landmark and the most photographed lighthouse in America.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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• Island Fort Boat & Walking Experience
  Island Fort Boat & Walking Experience

  Board the Elizabeth Grace for this exclusive, one-of-a-kind experience. The stone fortresses built in the early 19th century in Portland Harbor are imposing reminders of days in the not so distant past when the defense of our coastline required their presence. Despite their prominence, the forts are not easy to access for a variety of reasons, and most locals and visitors have never been to Fort Scammel, the only fort in the Portland Harbor to see active combat. On your way to the fort, enjoy some other great sights of the bay, including iconic lighthouses. Upon arrival, explore the grounds of this impressive historic structure. 

  This is a Signature shore excursion and should be reserved in advance. Please call (800) 460-4518 for information.

  Activity Level: High | ADA ACCESSIBLE: NO

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Day 3 - Bath, ME

Excursions & Entertainment

• City of Ships Exploration
  City of Ships Exploration

  History awaits on an immersive and interactive exploration of quaint downtown Bath, led by a local educator. Learn Bath's fascinating story by walking among the charming period buildings, hearing unique stories, and uncovering hidden gems. This excursion is designed for those who love history and offers something for everyone. You will leave with a new appreciation for Bath, Maine, and American history.

  Activity Level: High | ADA ACCESSIBLE: 

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• Maine Maritime Museum Exploration
  Maine Maritime Museum Exploration

  Explore the Maine Maritime Museum at your leisure and experience Maine’s rich seafaring history on the banks of the Kennebec River. From watercraft and lobstering, to shipbuilding and sea trade, see how a shipbuilder’s family lived in the 1890s, smell the sawdust from historic ships, and discover the wonders and mysteries of Maine’s maritime culture.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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• Freeport, Maine Shopping Transportation
  Freeport, Maine Shopping Transportation

  Take this convenient shuttle to The Freeport Outlets, home to L.L. Bean Factory Store. Explore this laid-back shopping destination, featuring a variety of name-brand outlet stores, craft boutiques, and eateries.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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• Bath Town Shuttle
  Bath Town Shuttle

  Long known as the “City of Ships,” Bath’s shipyards line its river’s edge and Bath-built vessels sail the seas of the world. Hop aboard the town trolley, which picks up at the Maine Maritime Museum, and enjoy a ride around town with stops in the Downtown area.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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• Captain Dave's Photo Safari
  Captain Dave's Photo Safari

  Hop aboard the Rockin' Spartan for a private photography and sightseeing exploration by boat around the scenic Mid-coast Maine area captained by USCG Captain Dave Cleaveland, a longtime professional photographer in Maine. During the trip, you will have the opportunity to see eagles, osprey, seals and other wildlife, up to 10 lighthouses, several different rivers, working lobster boats, a Civil War fort, fishing villages, and Boothbay Harbor. Need a little help with your photography? Captain Dave will get you in the right spot for the best light for your photos and will help you with your photography skills.

  Activity Level: Low / ADA Accessible: No
• Oyster Farming 101
  Oyster Farming 101

  Visit the Gaffney family farm, Eros Oyster, a working oyster farm on Robinhood Cove, Georgetown Island. Be greeted by one of the farmers who will introduce you to the business, its history, and the technology used to grow oysters.  
   
  Take a short walk to the waterfront to see the operation up-close. View the nursery where oyster babies are fed 24/7 in giant test tubes, as well as the shaker table and tumbler where the farmers shape and sort the oysters at every stage of growth. See the culling tables where market-ready oysters are selected for delivery or shipment overnight to customers around the country.  
   
  At a scenic site overlooking the Cove, learn how to shuck (and eat) oysters on the half shell. Enjoy some just-harvested chilled oysters, which you can shuck yourself or with the help of a farmer. As you savor this delectable treat, you will have a chance to ask questions as well as purchase merchandise as well as additional oysters to bring back to the ship.

  Activity Level: Low / ADA Accessible: Yes

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Day 4 - Boothbay Harbor, ME

Excursions & Entertainment

• Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens Guided Exploration
  Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens Guided Exploration

  Hidden on the Boothbay peninsula is New England's most extensive botanical garden. Immerse yourself in more than 300 acres of stunning gardens, walking trails, and educational resources. From the Native Butterfly and Moth House to the Rhododendron and Perennial Garden, there is something for everyone.  

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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• Boothbay Harbor Cruise
  Boothbay Harbor Cruise

  Experience the thrill of seal watching in Maine on a delightful Boothbay Harbor Cruise. Explore summer colonies, lighthouses, and small islands, maybe even spot a few seals on the ledges. Excitement awaits you as we pass by lighthouses, numerous islands, the stunning coastline, and both the inner and outer harbor. 

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Day 5 - Bar Harbor, ME

Excursions & Entertainment

• Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor Experience
  Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor Experience

  Enjoy a narrated, scenic ride to Acadia National Park, a natural treasure offering stunning mountain vistas, boreal forests, and amazing wildlife. Take a ride to Cadillac Mountain, the highest point on the Eastern Seaboard offering magnificent ocean views.  Stop at Thunder Hole, a small inlet, naturally carved out of the rocks, that waves roll into. With the rush of the waves, air and water are forced out of the inlet, making a sound like a clap of distant thunder.
  
  After, enjoy lunch at Jordan Pond House, which sits on a hill overlooking a beautiful lawn along this scenic pond. Led by our local guide, explore Bar Harbor, a charming downtown waterfront with wonderful artisan boutiques, restaurants, and small shops. After, take time to stroll through this quaint town at your leisure. 

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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• Lobster Fishing & Seal Watching Cruise
  Lobster Fishing & Seal Watching Cruise

  Come aboard the Miss Samantha, a 56’ vessel with ample bench seating, a touch tank for ocean critters, and an open bow for photography and viewing opportunities. Watch experienced fisherman haul in lobster traps from the ocean floor as a professional naturalist describes everything and answers all your questions about lobster fishing and marine wildlife. Once the traps are hauled in, you can touch lobsters, crabs, sea cucumbers, sea stars, and anything else comes up from the sea floor. About half way through the cruise, you will head off to a small island to view seals basking on the rocks or swimming in the nearby water. Don’t forget to bring your camera.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA Accessible: Yes

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• Hunters Beach and Brook Trail Nature Walk
  Hunters Beach and Brook Trail Nature Walk

  Enjoy a nature-filled walking experience with a State of Maine Certified Wilderness Guide. Walk along Hunters Beach and through Hunters Brook Trail known and discover the amazing geologic and natural history of this unique ecosystem. Learn about the flora and fauna, watch for porcupines and owls, and observe seals in the waves. The naturalists are extremely knowledgeable and will bring a sense of adventure to your walk!

  Activity Level: Moderate | ADA Accessible: No

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Day 6 - Bangor, ME

Excursions & Entertainment

• Madame History Mount Hope Garden Walking Excursion
  Madame History Mount Hope Garden Walking Excursion

  Built in 1834, Bangor’s 264-acre Mount Hope Cemetery is the nation’s second-oldest garden cemetery and is on the National Register for Historic Places. It was designed by renowned architect Charles G. Bryant as part of a national movement to provide respite from grassless urban landscapes. Today it is still a lively place where people regularly walk and jog past tall trees and picturesque ponds. You may catch sight of turtles, frogs, muskrats, ducks, and occasionally even the resident great blue heron.

  During this Madame History guided excursion, visit some of the cemetery’s most unique and notable monuments, including the nation’s first Civil War memorial. You will also learn about 19th-century life in Bangor as told through gravestone symbology, mourning practices, and stories of Mount Hope’s most interesting permanent residents.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA Accessible: Yes

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• Downtown Walking Exploration with Fan Jones
  Downtown Walking Exploration with Fan Jones

  Travel back in time to walk the streets of Bangor’s historic downtown with the notorious Madam Fan Jones, as she shares true and dramatic tales of the people and events that shaped the 19th-century “lumber capital of the world.” During the great lumber boom of the 1800s, the city of Bangor, Maine was famous for its wealth, refinement, and industry –and a good deal of vice and violence. While the lumber barons, politicians, and other members of polite society spent time in their well-appointed offices and fine estates, those in their employ toiled deep in the woods, out on the mighty river, or in their factories. Lumbermen, river drivers, sailors, Irish laborers, and other members of the working class worked hard –and played harder– entertaining themselves with booze, brawls, and brothels -- like Fan's Sky Blue House of Pleasure -- in the infamous “Devil’s Half Acre” before stumbling back to tenements, ships, and the woods. This lively excursion shines a light on the city’s complex history while showcasing some of the monuments and architecture of the great city on the Penobscot.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA Accessible: Yes

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• Bangor Local Loop
  Bangor Local Loop

  Visit the museums of Bangor aboard this convenient shuttle making stops at:

  Zillman Art Museum – Part of the University of Maine, this museum features a collection of more than 4,000 original works of art with a focus American mid-20th century works on paper. Contemporary pieces include those of Andy Warhol, Edward Hopper, Pablo Picasso, and more. Additionally, the museum’s permanent collection celebrates the long heritage of Maine art and artists, including works by artists such as Berenice Abbott, Winslow Homer, and Andrew Wyeth.  

  Thomas A. Hill House Museum - Built in 1835, this fascinating museum offers insight into Bangor’s history, including settlement, the lumber boom, the great fire of 1911, and well-known people and families of the area. Explore an extensive collection of Bangor artifacts and one of the region’s largest collections of Civil War memorabilia, including Joshua Chamberlain’s sword from the Battle of Gettysburg.
  
  The Cole Land Transportation Museum - Home to over 200 vehicles that span the history of transportation in Maine, this museum collects, preserves, and displays (before they disappear forever) a cross section of Maine’s land transportation equipment. Whether you like trains, trucks, snowmobiles, or classic cars, you will find something of interest and learn something new.
   

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• The Orono Bog Boardwalk – Complimentary Excursion
  The Orono Bog Boardwalk – Complimentary Excursion

  Experience the beauty and fascinating plants and wildlife of a Maine bog. The 1-mile boardwalk loop trail begins at a forested wetland edge in the Bangor City Forest, crossing the Orono town line into the portion of the Orono Bog owned by the University of Maine. View a wide range of changing vegetation and environments on your way to the open, peat moss carpeted center of the Orono Bog. Along the way, well-designed, full color signs provide illustrations and explanations of common species of bog plants and animals. Benches for rest and contemplation are provided at least every 200 feet.

  Activity Level: Moderate / ADA Accessible: Yes

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Day 7 - Rockland/Camden, ME

Excursions & Entertainment

• Camden Historical Walking Exploration - Complimentary Excursion
  Camden Historical Walking Exploration - Complimentary Excursion

  Join a local guide for a walking exploration of Camden, the prettiest harbor on the Maine Coast.  As you weave through the streets, learn about the history of this quaint port from its industrial beginnings through its current status as the hub for yachting in Maine. View beautiful architecture and landscaping designs along the way. After the walk, explore Camden at your leisure.

  Activity Level: Moderate | ADA ACCESSIBLE: No

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• Lobsterbake Luncheon - Complimentary Excursion
  Lobsterbake Luncheon - Complimentary Excursion

  One of the highlights of our New England itineraries is the traditional Lobsterbake. This tradition pre-dates America itself, beginning thousands of years ago with the Native Americans. 

  Our version of this long held New England summer tradition is very much the same, featuring fresh lobsters, steamed clams and mussels, warm corn on the cob, and baked rolls, prepared on a fire along the beach. In addition to the finest seafood in the area, we also feature live music presented by talented local musicians.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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• Lobstering & Lighthouse Cruise
  Lobstering & Lighthouse Cruise

  Take a cruise from Camden Harbor with Captain Dominic aboard the Periwinkle. Watch a live lobster fishing demonstration and learn about these iconic Maine crustaceans-with the opportunity to hold a live lobster! Enjoy scenic views of Curtis Island Lighthouse, idyllic landscapes, and abundant wildlife that may include sea birds, eagles, seals and porpoise. Sit back, relax, and take it all in, or volunteer to help the crew for the true experience!  

  Activity Level: Moderate | ADA ACCESSIBLE: No

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• Camden Hills State Park Experience
  Camden Hills State Park Experience

  Known as the Jewel of the Maine Coast, Camden is nestled between the Penobscot Bay and the rugged Mount Battie. Enjoy a narrated journey through Camden Hills State Park and a stop at the top of the mountain for stunning panoramic views of shining lakes, the busy harbor, and the islands of the Penobscot Bay. The exploration continues through the villages of Camden and Rockport, as well as the notable Rockport Belted Galloways. Next, stop at Rockport Harbor's Marine Park, featuring historic lime kilns, lobster boats, and the statue of Rockport's famous seal Andre.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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• Sail, Power, & Steam Museum Exploration - Complimentary Excursion
  Sail, Power, & Steam Museum Exploration - Complimentary Excursion

  Just before enjoying the Lobsterbake Luncheon at Sharp’s Point South, visit the Sail Power & Steam Museum, a working “hands on” museum with sail making and rigging rooms. Enjoy “make ‘n break” gas stationery and steam engines, old ship building tools, hand tools, and architectural builder’s half models.

  The museum has a complete boat shop with caulking tools, a working sail maker’s bench, and a navigation room with two working radars. Also in the museum is a shipwreck room featuring wrecks of 1898, a real working lime kiln, and an extensive model display of schooners and steam boats of the Penobscot.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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• Rockland City Museum Exploration - Complimentary Excursion
  Rockland City Museum Exploration - Complimentary Excursion

  Explore the museums of Rockland with visits to Owls Head Transportation Museum and Farnsworth Museum. The Owls Head Transportation Museum has one of the finest collections of pioneer-era aircraft and automobiles in the world. More than 100 historic aircraft, automobiles, bicycles, carriages, and engines are on permanent display. Enjoy the museum’s outstanding collection, view late 19th-century automobiles, or even ride in a Model T.

  The Farnsworth Museum features the permanent collection, “Maine in America,” which focuses on Maine artists and The Wyeth Center. The Farnsworth Art Museum is one of only two centers in the country dedicated to the three generations of Wyeths: N.C., Andrew, and James Wyeth.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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Day 8 - Portsmouth, NH

Excursions & Entertainment

Day 9 - Gloucester, MA

Excursions & Entertainment

• The Gloucester City Exploration with Hammond Castle
  The Gloucester City Exploration with Hammond Castle

  Enjoy a wonderful city exploration of Gloucester including a visit to the Fisherman's Memorial. Follow the exploration with a stop at Hammond Castle, a true European castle located on the New England Shoreline constructed between 1926 and 1929. The home, which sits on a rocky cliff overlooking picturesque Gloucester Harbor, was the residence and laboratory of inventor John Hays Hammond, Jr. who was pioneered the study of remote control and held over four hundred patents. Led by our expert guide, explore this medieval castle, which incorporated elements from several architectural periods and styles. View the most famous feature in the home, a gigantic pipe organ, an instrument designed and built by a collection of world-famous organ builders over a period of ten years.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: No

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• Schooner Lannon Cruise
  Schooner Lannon Cruise

  Sail on board the Schooner Lannon (65-foot boat) and get a taste for what it was like to sail on a fishing schooner 100 years ago. Along your journey, sit back and take in the sights and sounds of Gloucester's coastline. Breathe the refreshing air and feel the wind on your face as you witness lighthouses, castles, scenic beaches, and magnificent waterfront homes.  

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: No

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• Maritime Gloucester - Complimentary Excursion
  Maritime Gloucester - Complimentary Excursion

  Maritime Gloucester is a working waterfront, maritime museum, sea pocket aquarium, and so much more all rolled into one exciting destination. Combine your visit with a narrated city exploration and you will see why Gloucester is such a special port of call. Learn about the rich maritime heritage of Gloucester along with its unique marine environment through interactive exhibits, the visitor center and more. After visiting the Maritime Gloucester, board the motor coach for a narrated exploration of Gloucester and East Gloucester, also referred to as Rocky Neck. Highlights will include Stacy Boulevard, where passengers can view the famous statue “Man at the Wheel,” Downtown Gloucester, and Rocky Neck.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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Day 10 - Provincetown, MA

Excursions & Entertainment

• Dune & Seashore Adventure
  Dune & Seashore Adventure

  Enjoy a guided scenic hike along North Truro's High Head Beach, where we will explore the Dune Habitat and Atlantic Shore. Led by an expert naturalist, learn about the uniqueness of this ecosystem and how the dunes are formed. View the amazing plants and animals that call this area home, as well as the megafauna found on the beach. Along the way, our guide will discuss their place and importance in the ecosystem.  Some of it will surprise you!

  Activity Level: Moderate | ADA ACCESSIBLE: No

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• Provincetown Dunes Adventure
  Provincetown Dunes Adventure

  In your private SUV, enjoy this unique adventure that takes you on a rolling exploration along the Dune Shacks of Peaked Hill Bars Historic District. As you weave through the dunes, witness the shacks that come into view. Home to many American artists and writers from the 1920s to today, these wooden shacks provide inspiration amidst the shifting sands. Along the way, view the picturesque Pilgrim Lake as you listen to your knowledgeable guide share the history and ecology of this enchanting location.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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• Provincetown Exploration
  Provincetown Exploration

  Learn the history of Provincetown on a fascinating narrated exploration. Travel along the Provincetown Harbor and view the famous landing site of the Pilgrims. Venture to the Salt Pond Visitor Center, part of the Cape Cod National Seashore. After an orientation video, continue learning about Cape Cod’s glacial history, European settlement culture, fishing, lighthouses, and tourism. Stop at Marconi Wireless Station, the site of the first transatlantic wireless communication between the United States and Europe in January 1903.  

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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Day 11 - Newport, RI

Excursions & Entertainment

• Fort Adams Exploration - Complimentary Excursion
  Fort Adams Exploration - Complimentary Excursion

  Visit Fort Adams, the well-known fort used to protect the harbor, and puts us just a short ride away from Newport’s bustling riverfront. View the “Officer’s Quarters” and ascend to the scenic overlook for a breathtaking view of Newport Harbor. Learn about past and future plans for the restoration of the Fort and enter the restored casemates to visit the latest historical exhibit. The listening tunnels beneath the walls of the Fort are a marvel of architecture and engineering and represent 180 years of American military history and culture.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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• Avenue of Mansions Discovery
  Avenue of Mansions Discovery

  Travel back in time to the epicenter of 19th-century opulence as a knowledgeable guide takes you down one of the most architecturally impressive avenues in the world. Learn about the owners of the homes and their monetary successes as you travel along the spectacular Ocean View Drive and Bellevue Avenue, stopping at the “grande dame” of them all, The Breakers Mansion.

  A portrayal of the social and financial prominence of the Vanderbilt family at the turn of the century, the architecture of this seventy-room Italian Renaissance-style palazzo is remarkable. Take a leisurely audio tour of the home and learn about the Vanderbilt family and the inspiration for their building this impressive summer “cottage.” At the conclusion of the tour, you will have time to explore the bustling Newport waterfront at your leisure.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Partial

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• Lobsterbake Luncheon – Complimentary Excursion
  Lobsterbake Luncheon – Complimentary Excursion

  Watch the unveiling of a traditional, old-fashioned lobster bake, followed by a delicious buffet. Be treated to fresh lobster, steamed clams and mussels, warm corn on the cob, and baked rolls. A true New England experience!

  Activity Level: Low / ADA Accessible: Yes

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Day 12 - Martha's Vineyard, MA

Excursions & Entertainment

• Views of the Vineyard with Gingerbread Cottages Exploration
  Views of the Vineyard with Gingerbread Cottages Exploration

  Enjoy a narrated tour of the island, including historic Edgartown which maintains its Greek revival architecture, the scenic harbor of Vineyard Haven, and West Tisbury, reminiscent of a Currier & Ives print. Stroll through the quaint village of Edgartown where you will have time to shop and explore. Later, visit the historic gingerbread cottages known for their bright colors, storybook charm, and Victorian architecture.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: No

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Day 13 - Nantucket Island/Martha's Vineyard, MA

Excursions & Entertainment

• Views of the Vineyard with Gingerbread Cottages Exploration
  Views of the Vineyard with Gingerbread Cottages Exploration

  Enjoy a narrated tour of the island, including historic Edgartown which maintains its Greek revival architecture, the scenic harbor of Vineyard Haven, and West Tisbury, reminiscent of a Currier & Ives print. Stroll through the quaint village of Edgartown where you will have time to shop and explore. Later, visit the historic gingerbread cottages known for their bright colors, storybook charm, and Victorian architecture.

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: No

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• Discover Nantucket Island
  Discover Nantucket Island

  Be enchanted as you explore this quiet 19th-century island which still retains the character of the whaling era. This narrated exploration of the entire island will include its early history, including whaling stories of this popular spot, as well as a ride through the beautiful village of Siasconset known for its rose-covered cottages. 

  Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

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Day 14 - Plymouth, MA

Excursions & Entertainment

• Plimoth Plantation
  Plimoth Plantation

  Guided by museum educators, you will visit Plymouth Colony as it comes to life in the recreation of the early English Pilgrim settlement. You will be living history, not just watching a reenactment. Historical performers, portraying real people who lived in Plymouth Colony, will educate, and captivate you with stories of Mayflower's crossing, life among the Pokanoket and other native people, Pilgrim courtship, faith, politics and trade.
   

  Activity Level: Moderate | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Partial 

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• Historic Patuxet and Plymouth Colony
  Historic Patuxet and Plymouth Colony

   A walking tour presented by Plimoth Patuxet Museums has been customized to connect your Plymouth experience to America's Founding Story. Visit Plymouth Rock, Cole's Hill and Massasoit's Statue; Leyden Street (original street of Plymouth Colony), Governor Bradford's statue, Brewster Gardens and Town Brook (water supply for the Pilgrims) and Town Square and Burial Hill (location of the Fort/Meeting House).

  Step aboard the historic Mayflower II. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Mayflower II is a full-scale replica of the 17th-century merchant ship that brought the Pilgrims in 1620.  Also, see and learn how corn was stone-ground in 1636 at the Plimoth Grist Mill. Then, enjoy taking home a piece of history with freshly made cornmeal available for purchase at one of the three retail stores along the waterfront. Stop at the mill to purchase Plimoth artisan products.  

  Activity Level: High | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Partial 

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Day 15 - Boston, MA

Excursions & Entertainment

• Explore More in Boston
  Explore More in Boston

  Why not stay a day or two more to visit Boston’s many fine museums, as well as the New England Aquarium? You may also choose to walk the popular Freedom Trail which includes historic landmarks such as the Bunker Hill Monument, the Old North Church, and Paul Revere’s house.

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