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Live one of the below 8 unique New England cultural experiences for 2025 or 2026. Visit villages and experience local cuisine with a local English speaking guide on your own private tour or small group guided tour. Discover unique local cultures on trips that include activities like cruises, village visits, small ship cruises, cultural, and urban exploration and cost from $6,710 for experiences of 8 to 15 days. Tell us about your ideal New England cultural trip and our New England experts will help you plan every detail of your next trip.
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Visit Plymouth
$13,940
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Grand New England Cruise

Roundtrip Boston - 15 Day Itinerary aboard American Patriot
  • Explore Portland iconic lighthouses
  • Discover Bath historic shipyards
  • Explore Bangor Victorian mansions
  • Discover Portsmouth architecture
Starts / Ends:
Boston / Boston
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
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Embark on a 15-day cruise to and from Boston aboard the American Patriot. Explore historic waterways, uncovering America's rich past. Visit seaport towns like Portland and Newport, explore iconic shipyards, and enjoy a traditional Maine lobster bake. Experience the charm and history of New …
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Beautiful seascapes in Maine
$6,710
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Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise

Portland - Bangor - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Glory
  • Cruise through Casco Bay
  • Sample fresh oysters in Bath
  • Visit Boothbay Harbor's garden
  • Taste a traditional lobsterbake
Starts / Ends:
Portland / Bar Harbor
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 9-day Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise from Portland to Bangor aboard the American Glory, sail through Portland Harbor into Casco Bay, watching for seals and taking in lighthouses, islands, and forts along the coast. In Bath, visit a family-owned oyster farm to learn about oyster …
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Enjoy scenic New England
$7,780
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New England Islands

Providence Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Liberty
  • Enjoy Block Island's beaches
  • Explore Whaling Museum New Bedford
  • Discover Martha's Vineyard's towns
  • Explore New Bedford's whaling
Starts / Ends:
Nantucket / Newport
Activities:
Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise through the maritime heritage of New England. Begin in Providence, Rhode Island, known as the "Renaissance City," boasting centuries of history reflected in its theaters, arts, and architecture. Next, delve into the whaling legacy of New Bedford, Massachusetts, …
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Visit Portsmouth
$13,155
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New England Fall Foliage Cruise

Portland - New York - 15 Day Itinerary aboard American Glory
  • Visit Portsmouth and Gloucester
  • Explore Martha’s Vineyard & Newport
  • Explore Sag Harbor
  • Discover Mystic Seaport
Starts / Ends:
Portland / New York City
Activities:
Adventure Options, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience an adventure through New England's picturesque waterways, adorned with vibrant autumn hues. Encounter stunning natural scenery and historic shipbuilding traditions along Maine's coast, followed by exploration of iconic destinations like Martha’s Vineyard and Newport. …
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Explore beautiful Montreal
$7,399
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New England and Canada

Portland - Toronto - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Explore Portland
  • Explore Charlottetown
  • Sail on the Gulf of St. Lawrence
  • Enjoy whale watching near Tadoussac
Starts / Ends:
Portland / Toronto
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Portland to Toronto aboard Victory I. Begin with a stay in Portland, exploring the historic Old Port district, or visit the nearby town of Kennebunkport. Sail along the Atlantic Ocean, stopping in Halifax to enjoy its vibrant waterfront. Navigate through the Strait of …
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Explore beautiful and historic Montreal
$14,500
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Fall Foliage on the St. Lawrence: Québec to the Canadian Maritimes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Boston - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Sail the scenic St. Lawrence Seaway
  • Visit Montreal, a cosmopolitan city
  • Visit Old Quebec, a UNESCO site
  • Colonial seaport of Charlottetown
Starts / Ends:
Toronto / Boston
Activities:
River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 15-day Fall Foliage on the St. Lawrence cruise from Toronto to Boston aboard Le Champlain, navigate the waterways of eastern Canada and northern New England, known for their beautiful coastlines, cliffs, and waterfront villages. Start by sailing the St. Lawrence Seaway to cities like …
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Explore the parks around Quebec City for a view of the city
$7,399
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New England and Canada

Toronto to Portland - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Explore Toronto's landmarks
  • Visit Quebec City's historic sites
  • Go on a whale-watching adventure
  • Visit Halifax’s historic waterfront
Starts / Ends:
Toronto / Portland
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Toronto to Portland aboard Victory II. Begin with a hotel stay in Toronto, and explore iconic sites such as the CN Tower and the Royal Ontario Museum. Board the ship and set sail across Lake Ontario. Explore Montreal's rich culture and cuisine, then cruise the St. …
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Eastern Point Lighthouse, Gloucester, Massachusetts
$10,835
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New England Fall Foliage Cruise

Portland - New York - 15 Day Itinerary aboard American Independence
  • Visit Portsmouth and Gloucester
  • Explore Martha’s Vineyard & Newport
  • Explore Sag Harbor
  • Discover Mystic Seaport
Starts / Ends:
Portland / New York City
Activities:
Adventure Options, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience a 15-day New England Fall Foliage Cruise from Portland to New York aboard American Independence. Through New England's picturesque waterways, adorned with vibrant autumn hues. Encounter stunning natural scenery and historic shipbuilding traditions along Maine's coast, followed by …
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