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Embark on an enriching journey along the East Coast of the United States with our 34 meticulously curated archaeological site visits and small ship cruises for 2026. These tours offer a unique blend of urban exploration, historical insights, and cultural immersion. Over the course of 16 days or 11 days, you'll traverse from bustling cities like Boston and Chicago to serene destinations such as Nassau and Toronto. Delight in experiences ranging from learning about Boston's pivotal role in American history to admiring the thunderous Niagara Falls—all while enjoying relaxed comfort aboard vessels like Ocean Navigator and Ocean Voyager. With prices commencing at $4,610 to $58,999, this is your opportunity to uncover layers of past civilizations through archaeological wonders, savor architectural marvels in Charleston, indulge in wine tasting near Niagara Falls, and visit quaint villages that dot these historic shores. To weave these unforgettable moments into your personal tapestry of travel memories, contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Tour colorful, historic Charleston, South Carolina
from $6,995
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Southeast Sea Islands Cruise

Charleston to Amelia Island - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Liberty
  • Tour historic Charleston homes
  • Explore Beaufort’s Cypress Wetlands
  • Visit Mighty Eighth Museum
  • Walk Savannah’s historic district
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Charleston / Amelia Island
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Cruise the southeastern coast on a 9-day voyage from Charleston, South Carolina to Amelia Island, Florida, aboard American Liberty. Explore Savannah, Beaufort, Hilton Head, and more.
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Visit historic Baltimore
from $11,570
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East Coast Inland Passage Cruise

Baltimore, MD to Amelia Island - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Liberty
  • Explore Baltimore’s Inner Harbor
  • Visit Jekyll Island landmarks
  • See Savannah’s Civil Sites
  • Visit Chesapeake Bay Museums
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Baltimore / Amelia Island
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Embark on a 16-day East Coast Inland Passage cruise aboard American Liberty. Explore coastal towns like Charleston, Savannah, and Beaufort. Enjoy guided excursions to historic sites, maritime museums, and Civil War landmarks. Discover lighthouses, plantations, and preserved Southern architecture across 14 ports along the East Coast.
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Colorful sunrise at Portland Head Lighthouse in Maine
from $9,899
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East Coast: Jacksonville to Halifax

Jacksonville to Halifax - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Explore Jacksonville's waterfront
  • Discover Brunswick’s Golden Isles
  • Stroll Savannah’s historic squares
  • Discover Norfolk’s naval heritage
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Jacksonville / Halifax
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Sail from Jacksonville to Halifax aboard Victory I, visiting historic coastal ports in Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and Nova Scotia. Explore waterfronts, museums, historic sites, mansions, naval landmarks, and lighthouses along the Atlantic coast.
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Visit historic Baltimore
from $6,590
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Celebrating America's 250th: An Exploration of History and Culture

Halifax - Baltimore - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Talks by Martin Luther King III
  • Explore Boston’s Freedom Trail
  • Visit Newport mansions or sail bay
  • See New York’s Statue of Liberty
  • Explore Philadelphia historic sites
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Halifax / Baltimore
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Discover the 8-day Celebrating America's 250th Eastern Seaboard cruise on L'Austral from Halifax to Baltimore, featuring history-focused talks by Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King. Highlights include Boston’s Freedom Trail, Newport’s Gilded Age mansions, New York’s Statue of Liberty, 9/11 Memorial, and Philadelphia’s Independence Hall.
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Beautiful seascapes in Maine
from $5,240
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Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise

Portland Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Independence
  • Explore Historic Portland
  • Discover Fort Knox
  • Explore Acadia National Park
  • Discover Maine Maritime Heritage
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Portland / Portland
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Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
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Explore Maine’s coast on a 9-day cruise from Portland aboard American Independence. Visit Bucksport, Bangor, Bar Harbor, Rockland, Camden, Boothbay Harbor, and Bath. Discover Fort Knox, Acadia National Park, maritime heritage, seafood traditions, and coastal communities across southern and midcoast Maine.
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Sunset casts a golden glow over Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay Bridge
from $4,610
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Chesapeake Bay Cruise

Baltimore, MD Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Independence
  • Explore Baltimore Inner Harbor
  • Visit Jamestown Settlement museum
  • Learn Maryland distilling tradition
  • Explore the U.S. Naval Academy
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Baltimore / Baltimore
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Cruise the Chesapeake Bay on a 9-day cruise aboard American Independence, sailing from Baltimore to Yorktown, Williamsburg, St. Michaels, and Annapolis. Explore colonial streets, museums, battlefields, maritime towns, wildlife-rich waterways, and historic harbors through guided tours and scenic cruising.
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Portsmouth, New Hampshire
from $9,899
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East Coast: Halifax to Jacksonville

Halifax to Jacksonville - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • See Portland Head Light
  • Discover Provincetown galleries
  • Tour Newport's grand mansions
  • See Charleston's historic landmarks
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Halifax / Jacksonville
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Local Market Visits, Whale Watching
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Embark on a 16-day East Coast cruise aboard Victory I. Explore Halifax and Peggy’s Cove before visiting Portland, Portsmouth, Provincetown, Newport, and New London. Continue south to Norfolk, Wilmington, Charleston, Savannah, Brunswick, and Jacksonville. Experience New England’s coastal heritage, Southern history, and Atlantic scenery.
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Sailing in Boston
from $6,350
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Northeast Harbors Cruise

Boston - New York - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Glory
  • Visit the Massachusetts Maritime
  • Explore the Mystic Seaport Museum
  • Travel to Old Saybrook
  • Stroll around Sag Harbor
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Boston / New York
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Wine Tasting
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Join this 9-day Northeast Harbors cruise from Boston to New York aboard American Glory. Explore historic Boston before visiting picturesque Plymouth, MA, and the grandeur of Newport. Dive into maritime history in New London, Mystic, and Essex, CT. Lastly, enjoy an evening cruise around New York Harbor.
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Visit historic Baltimore
from $4,925
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Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise

Washington to Baltimore - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Independence
  • Visit Yorktown battlefield site
  • Tour Jamestown Settlement museum
  • Cruise Chesapeake Bay waters
  • Discover Annapolis landmarks
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Chesapeake Bay / Baltimore
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Sail from Washington to Baltimore on an 9-day cruise aboard American Independence. Explore Revolutionary War sites, historic seaports, and Chesapeake Bay wildlife. Visit Yorktown, Williamsburg, Cambridge, St. Michaels, and Annapolis. Enjoy onboard enrichment, local excursions, and scenic cruising through America’s historic heartland.
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Edgartown on Martha's Vineyard
from $7,180
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Charm and heritage of the North American shores

Halifax to New York - 9 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • See Lunenburg UNESCO historic town
  • Eastport Maritime Historic Site
  • See Newport Gilded Age mansions
  • Martha's Vineyard island escape
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Halifax / New York
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Explore Canada and New England on a 9-day cruise aboard L'Austral. Visit Halifax, Lunenburg, Yarmouth, Eastport, Portland, Boston, Oak Bluffs, Newport, and New York. Discover maritime history, UNESCO heritage sites, coastal landscapes, iconic landmarks, and charming seaside towns throughout the voyage.
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Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site
from $7,190
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Hudson River Fall Foliage

Albany, New York Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Glory
  • Cruise Hudson River
  • Visit Catskill landmarks
  • Visit West Point Military Academy
  • Visit Hyde Park
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Catskill / Kingston
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Cruise the Hudson River aboard American Glory on a 9-day voyage. Visit Catskill, West Point, Sleepy Hollow, Kingston, and Hyde Park while exploring historic sites, museums, estates, and river towns. Enjoy scenic cruising through the Hudson Valley, onboard enrichment programs, art classes, cooking demonstrations, and live entertainment.
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Admire the charming houses of Martha's Vineyard
from $6,350
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New England Islands Cruise

Providence Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Glory
  • Explore Historic Providence Today
  • Explore Martha’s Vineyard Today
  • Explore Nantucket Whaling History
  • Visit Newport’s Historic Landmarks
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Martha's Vineyard / Newport
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Explore Providence, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, Block Island, Newport and Bristol on a 9-day cruise aboard American Glory, from Providence to Providence. Discover maritime history, historic towns, museums, coastal landscapes and local traditions across Rhode Island and Massachusetts, with time to explore destinations and coastal heritage today.
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