Boston Kreuzfahrten

Explore landmarks in North Shore’s classic seaports, including Rockport’s iconic red fishing shack, the fisherman’s statue in Gloucester and the Salem Witch Museum.

After departing from the pier, you will drive across beautiful Cape Ann to seaside Rockport. The magical setting has long inspired artists, including famed American landscape painter Winslow Homer, who was drawn to the area for years.

You will also be inspired as you explore downtown Rockport on your own. Be sure to see Motif No. 1, a red wooden fishing shack on the wharf that has been the subject of so many paintings that it has become Rockport’s signature attraction. The shack has even been featured on a U.S. postage stamp.

You will next stop in to Gloucester, a city with a rich maritime history. The sea has greatly influenced life here, epitomized in the Fisherman’s Memorial, where you will stop briefly for photos of this iconic statue of a fisherman at the wheel of his ship. It was erected as a tribute to the thousands of Gloucester fishermen who have lost their lives at sea.

A bit farther down the coast, you will find Salem, a town forever associated with the witch trials that were held here in the late 17th century. You will learn more about the hysteria and injustice of the witch trials at the Salem Witch Museum. A theatrical presentation will depict how the trials came about, how they were conducted and the aftermath.

Free time in Salem follows.

OVERVIEW

See Boston's main attractions at your own pace by riding around town in a motor coach that allows you to get on and off nearby different attractions that will have entrance included with your pass. The vehicle makes a continuous loop around Boston, following a specific scenic route and approaching each attraction, you will hear enlightening commentary about it so you can decide if you want to visit or continue to the next attraction. If there is an entrance fee, just show your Attraction Pass and you will get in free. You might hop off for a visit to the Museum of Science or Old North Church, to browse the Institute of Contemporary Art followed by a visit to board the U.S.S. Constitution, better known as Old Ironsides. Other Important American Revolution sites along the way include the Old South Meeting House, where the Boston Tea Party was organized.

HIGHLIGHTS

• With this pass, ride around Boston in a motor coach and stop at many attractions.
• Stay as long as you like at each attraction to enhance your understanding of it.
• Embark on a scenic route that showcases the city's iconic landmarks.
• Choose from a variety of well-known attractions as the motor coach loops around Boston.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Enjoy an unrivalled water perspective of the Boston skyline while cruising around the harbor and view many of the city’s most historical icons while driving through downtown. You will embark on the boat at the New England Aquarium and soon cruise pass the Charlestown Navy Yard, one of America’s oldest naval shipyards, having opened in 1800. It is home to the U.S.S. Constitution, better known as Old Ironsides. As you skirt along the coast of Castle Island, you can’t miss Fort Independence, the eighth iteration of a fort on this site. More historical landmarks will come into view back on land, many of them associated with the American Revolutionary War. Expect to see Boston Common – America’s oldest public park – the gold-domed Massachusetts State House, the Granary Burying Ground and the Old North Church steeple, where Paul Revere ordered two lanterns hung in the steeple to signal that the British were approaching by sea.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise around Boston Harbor and see icons such as Old Ironsides and Fort Independence.
• Settle in for a scenic drive around Boston that takes in its most historical attractions.
• Pause for photos at Copley Square, home to the Boston Public Library and Trinity Church.
• Be dropped off at Boston Logan International Airport in plenty of time for your flight.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Visit some of the most aesthetically pleasing attractions and outdoor oases in Boston, beginning with the Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Besides being a showcase for historic significance and modern commerce, the marketplace is an architectural work of art that includes the original Georgian-style building from 1742 and a series of vibrant, adjoining marketplaces revitalized centuries later. A walk through The Public Garden – America’s very first botanical garden – will provide a glimpse into Victorian life in Boston as it evokes a style of gardening and statuary that was popular during that time. Similarly, a stroll along Acorn Street will be reminiscent of colonial Boston when artisans and trades people occupied the row houses there. A Beacon Hill neighborhood landmark, it is one of the city’s most photographed streets. A visit to Boston Common, America’s oldest public park, will further immerse you in the city’s rich history.

HIGHLIGHTS

• View two historic gems: Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Boston Common.
• Stroll through The Public Garden, a leafy oasis that is America’s first botanical garden.
• Walk along Acorn Street, a gorgeous area in the Beacon Hill neighborhood.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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Enjoy the highlights of Boston both by land and on the Charles River as this tour combines a panoramic tour of the city’s most important and scenic sites followed by an exciting journey by water aboard a unique World War II amphibious vehicle called the Boston Duck. You’ll pass through the heart of Boston and along a portion of the Freedom Trail to catch a glimpse of the Old State House, the site of the Boston Massacre, the King’s Chapel, Granary Burying Ground, the Park Street Church and the expansive green of Boston Common. Pass by picturesque Copley Square, bordered by the architectural wonders of Trinity Church and the Boston Public Library.

Then you’ll make your way past the Public Garden, exclusive Beacon Hill and the New State House with its impressive gold dome. Cross the Charles River and see Bunker Hill Monument, the Charlestown Navy Yard homeport of the USS Constitution, the New Charles River Dam and Park and more. Your driver becomes Captain as your Duck makes a big splash into the Charles River for a brief tour by water. During your Duck cruise you’ll see the Craigie Drawbridge and the Longfellow Bridge linking Boston and Cambridge, as well as Fenway Park and the Esplanade in the distance. Once on dry land you’ll return to your ship.

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OVERVIEW

Take a panoramic drive through the most historical areas of Boston and enjoy an insider’s tour of Fenway Park, America’s oldest baseball park. The guide will provide engaging commentary on the significance of the sights, but nothing will be quite as enlightening as seeing the ballpark up close and behind the scenes. Since opening in 1912, Fenway Park has remained largely intact and looks much like it did when Red Sox legends such as Ted Williams, Carl Yastrzemski and Jim Rice played. You will browse the press box and broadcast booths and get a good look at the dugout seats and Pesky’s Pole. The famed pole marks the right field foul line and the shortest distance for a home run in major league baseball. Take in a view of the field from the iconic Green Monster seats next to Fisk’s Pole.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy access to areas of Fenway Park that are usually off limits to the general public.
• See iconic features of the ballpark such as the Green Monster and Pesky’s Pole.
• Gain insight into the history of Boston on a panoramic drive through downtown.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Walk the historical Freedom Trail, pausing at many of the most pivotal sites in the American Revolution, while the guide elaborates on their significance in the founding of America. Highlights include the Massachusetts State House, Park Street Church and the Granary Burying Ground, the final resting place of John Hancock, Samuel Adams and Paul Revere. You will see the site of America’s First Public School and the Old Corner Book Store where authors including Emerson and Longfellow often gathered. Near the circle of stones in front of the Old State House, you will hear the story of the Boston Massacre, the first bloodshed of the Revolution. You will then continue to the North End, Boston’s oldest residential neighborhood and on to the home of Paul Revere. You will also view the exterior of the Old North Church, where Revere ordered two lanterns hung in the steeple to signal that the British were approaching by sea.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Follow the Freedom Trail, a winding path that tells the story of the American Revolution.
• Pass attractions such as the Massachusetts State House and the Old South Meeting House.
• View the exterior of the Old North Church, the oldest church building in Boston.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

The seaside city of Salem is well known for its infamous Witch Hunts of three centuries ago and its special nautical heritage dating back to the China Trade. On this tour you’ll visit the Salem Witch Museum and experience Salem’s historic waterfront. At the museum, using stage sets, life-size figures, lighting and narration, you’ll learn about the Witch Trials of 1692 and have time to visit the witch exhibit. You'll also see the Witch Memorial and the Point Burying Ground where one of the 'witch' judges is buried - an ancestor of Nathaniel Hawthorne. Take in Salem’s picturesque Derby Wharf, dating back to the fabled China Trade period, when Yankee Clipper ships sailed around the globe and Salem was the wealthiest city in the United States. You’ll have time to independently explore the historic waterfront, snap a photo of 'Friendship,' a replica clipper ship or simply relax and browse the unique shops on the wharf.

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Snap selfies at the most photogenic spots in and around Boston, many of them iconic attractions that define the city. To ensure the best possible results, a selfie tutor will offer tips so you can capture just the right angle, lighting, and composition for every shot. Your pictures will be ideal for posting on social media and sharing in other ways.

As you walk and ride through Boston, you will pause at designated selfie stops that include:
• Christopher Columbus Park
• Quincy Market
• Boston Common
• North Square

HIGHLIGHTS

• Take inspiring selfies at the most photogenic attractions in Boston.
• Follow tips from your selfie tutor to ensure the very best pictures.
• Learn the historical significance of the locales while enjoying their dramatic settings.
• Pose at Christopher Columbus Park with Boston Harbor and the city skyline behind you.
• Capture stunning shots at North Square, one of Boston’s oldest public squares, surrounded by historic charm.
• Visit Quincy Market and Boston Common, two venues with multiple photo ops.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
• Bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
• Be sure your phone or camera is fully charged.

OVERVIEW

Enjoy a picturesque drive into the outskirts of Boston and explore the historic battlefields of Lexington and Concord, two former farming communities that played pivotal roles in the earliest days of the American Revolution. At Lexington Green, you will see where the opening shots of the war were fired, killing several militiamen. The grassy site is now a public park and National Historic Landmark. You will also learn about the fighting that took place in nearby Concord, in particular at the Old North Bridge that spans the Concord River. It was there in 1775 that “the shot heard around the world” was fired, a skirmish that Ralph Waldo Emerson immortalized in a poem. You may see his home and those of other writers such as Nathaniel Hawthorne and Louisa May Alcott while in Concord. Upon reaching Cambridge, you can explore the hallowed halls of Harvard University on your own.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See Lexington Green, the battle site where the American Revolution started.
• Visit the Old North Bridge where “the shot heard around the world” was fired.
• Enjoy free time to browse Harvard University on your own.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Ride an Old Town Trolley through Boston and hop off at the attractions that sound most fascinating. The trolley features stadium-style tiered seating so the views will be maximized as it follows the Green Loop around the city. When you see landmark that looks appealing or hear the conductor describe one that sounds interesting, just hop off the trolley and stay if you like. The trolleys make continuous loops around the capital, so you won’t have to wait long when you are ready to head to the next destination. Many of the landmarks were prominent during the American Revolution and are on the famed Freedom Trail, including the Paul Revere House, the USS Constitution, and the Bunker Hill Monument. Not all the attractions are historical as you could also stop in TD Garden – New England’s largest sports arena – and Cheers, the bar that inspired the TV show of the same name.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Ride a trolley through Boston and hop off at your choice of more than 20 attractions.
• Stay if you like at the attractions and hop on another bus when you are ready.
• See historical landmarks such as Boston Common and Faneuil Hall.
• Drop by contemporary attractions, including the New England Aquarium.
• Enjoy the views of Boston from the trolley’s stadium-style tiered seating.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Enjoy the highlights of Boston as this panoramic tour takes you past the city's most important and scenic sites. One of the city's most attractive spots, you will see Copley Square bordered by the architectural wonders of Trinity Church and the Boston Public Library. Continuing through the upscale residential area of Back Bay and along Newbury Street, you will pass a number of upscale boutiques and trendy cafes as you make your way past the Public Garden. In the heart of the city and overlooking the green oasis of the Boston Common, lies one of the most elegant and wealthiest neighborhoods of the city, Beacon Hill. During your scenic drive you will pass by the gold dome of the Massachusetts State House, as well as the Old South Meeting House where the Boston Tea Party began. Passing by the historic North End, you will see the steeple of Old North Church where Paul Revere ordered two lanterns hung in the steeple to signal that the British Redcoats were approaching.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Drive past Boston marquee destinations
• Hear intriguing commentary about the attractions.
• Get a great sense of America’s early history.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Enjoy the highlights of Boston on this panoramic tour that takes you past the city's most important and scenic sites by land and sea. Passing by Boston’s busy waterfront, you’ll arrive at Long Wharf to embark on a one hour harbor cruise. As your Captain expertly navigates this historic waterfront, your knowledgeable guide will point out the many landmarks of the Boston skyline and the surrounding harbor.

See the steeple of the Old North Church, where Paul Revere had lanterns hung to signal that the British Redcoats were approaching, as well as a view of 'Old Ironsides' with the Bunker Hill Monument in the background. After your harbor cruise, you’ll drive to one of the city’s most attractive spots, Copley Square bordered by the architectural wonders of Trinity Church and the Boston Public Library. Through the upscale residential area of Back Bay and along Newbury Street, you’ll pass a number of boutiques and trendy cafes, as you make your way past Public Garden.

In the heart of the city, lies one of the most elegant and wealthiest neighborhoods of the city, Beacon Hill. You’ll also pass by the gold dome of the Massachusetts State House and the Old South Meeting House where the Boston Tea Party began. At the end of your tour, you’ll have the option to be dropped off at Quincy Market/Faneuil Hall on morning departures or return directly to the pier.

Enjoy the highlights of Boston as this panoramic tour takes you past the city’s most important and scenic sites. See Copley Square, one of the city’s most attractive spots bordered by the architectural wonders of Trinity Church and the Boston Public Library. Continuing through the upscale residential area of Back Bay and along Newbury Street, you’ll pass exclusive boutiques, trendy cafes and the Public Garden. In the heart of the city and overlooking Boston Common, lies one of the most elegant and wealthiest neighborhoods of the city - Beacon Hill.

Passing the gold dome of the Massachusetts State House, you'll see the Old South Meeting House where the Boston Tea Party began and catch a glimpse of the steeple of the Old North Church where Paul Revere had two lanterns hung to signal that the British Redcoats were on the move.

Relive the history of Boston on this fully narrated Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley adventure. Hop off at any stop to sightsee, shop or dine and rejoin the tour at any time.

Boston by Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley

Board your trolley at the pier and explore the city at your leisure. Customize your visit to the heart of the American Revolution and explore all that Boston has to offer onboard a comfortable trolley. The City Tour (green route) includes 10 stops which enable you to visit some of the famous landmarks of Boston, such as Faneuil Hall, the Old North Church, USS Constitution, Boston Common, and much more. Hear colorful anecdotes, historical information and humorous facts about this bustling seaport. You can choose to stay on board the entire route (2-hours) and simply enjoy a scenic drive, or hop-off at the destinations you want to further explore. The trolleys return approximately every 30 minutes, allowing you to re-board at any time and continue with your sightseeing. You may expand your tour by transferring to our optional Back Bay Tour (orange route) at no additional charge. This route takes you past beautiful Victorian row houses, the Prudential Center, Copley Place Mall, Trinity Church and Boston Public Library. The Back Bay Tour route takes an additional thirty minutes and connects at stop #'s 6 & 7 on the City Tour Route approximately every 30 minutes.

Take time to enjoy all of the different places and at the end, hop off your trolley back at the pier.

For 2.5 spine-tingling hours, step back into haunted history on a guided walk that reveals the spectral secrets and chilling stories that Bostonians would just as soon forget.

Your ghostly evening begins with a 30-minute drive by coach to downtown before setting out on foot with your guide. First stop: a grim landmark known as the Hanging Tree, in Boston Common near the old Puritan burial grounds; many a criminal, pirate, and witch met their fate here in Colonial times.

A stroll away is the historic Boston Athenaeum, an 1807 library building long thought to be visited by former patrons and staff who may never have truly left. You won’t go inside, but maybe that’s best – given the tales you'll hear of hauntings linked to the Athenaeum's centuries-old archives. Nearby is the legendary Omni Parker House, hosting US Presidents and literary notables like Dickens and Longfellow since 1855 – and unsettled spirits for nearly as long. Admire this hallowed structure and learn about its famous spectral bellman and frequent bouts of unexplained footsteps and flickering lights.

Founding fathers Paul Revere, John Hancock, and Sam Adams aren’t the only famous entities who lie in rest – or restlessness – at the Granary Burial Ground, your next stop. Many locals are certain this iconic cemetery is haunted; how else to explain the sightings of glowing orbs and shadowy figures moving furtively among the tombstones?

A similar paranormal problem seems to be afoot at the New State House and adjacent Parkman House, an elegant mansion with a chilling history. Once the home of wealthy merchant/philanthropist Francis Parkman, this handsome building has been home to Boston’s Political Club for many years, but there are ghostly presences that apparently meet here, too; staff and visitors alike speak of strange noises, flickering lights, and a sense of cold, oppressive otherworldliness to the place. During the return drive to the pier, we suggest not dwelling on what you’ve just witnessed. Could disturb your sleep.

Experience the rich heritage and excitement of a modern, world-class city and the birthplace of democracy, during this picturesque, half-day excursion through Boston and Cambridge

 

Old North Church

Depart the pier for the brief transfer to Boston's historic North End. Upon arrival, leave your coach and take a walk to the historic Old North Church, also known as 'Christ Church'. During your outside guided visit, learn about the church's history.

Freedom Trail

Your visit to this historic Revolutionary War trail includes viewing the Old State House, the Kings Chapel, and the Granary Burial Ground. From here, drive through Back Bay and past Beacon Hill to Copley Square

 

Copley Square

Copley Square showcases stunning examples of medieval, classical, and modern design. The most prominent building is the Romanesque Trinity Church. Completed in 1877. Located on the south side is the magnificent Boston Public Library. Be sure to note the juxtaposition of the church's reflection in the glass of the very modern John Hancock tower. From the Square, continue across the Charles River to the city of Cambridge and Harvard University

 

Harvard University

Prior to arrival, your guide will provide an orientation of Harvard before you enjoy a self-guided outside stroll through Harvard Yard for a glimpse at the beautiful grounds and time to explore Harvard Square. After your visit to Cambridge, return to Boston where an optional drop-off will be made at Quincy Market for shopping, food, and local sights.

 

Optional Shopping at the Quincy Market

At the conclusion of your tour re-board your coach for a return directly to the pier, or opt to be dropped off near the Quincy Market for independent shopping and exploring, then return to the pier at your leisure via the ship's shuttle service.

JFK Library & Museum

Depart the pier for the brief transfer to Columbia Point and tranquil Dorchester Bay; site of the striking I.M.Pei designed JFK Presidential Library and Museum. Upon arrival, proceed to the comfortable theatre to view an introductory film of 1960s television footage and home movies narrated in part by President Kennedy.

Next, explore the exhibit area to see artwork, artifacts, and videos from his administration. Your visit also includes a look at the videos, possessions, clothing, and other items belonging to the First Lady, Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy.

Following your visit re-board your coach for a short scenic drive through Boston with an option to be dropped off at Quincy Market and return on your own via the complimentary shuttle service (time permitting)  or stay on the tour bus and return to the pier.

Relive the history of the New England towns that preserve the heritage and dignity of the country's beginnings during this scenic and memorable excursion in Boston.

Lexington

Depart the pier for approx. 40 minutes drive past Mount Auburn, the gently-rolling hills of the countryside, and beautiful old colonial homes en route to Lexington and Concord. Upon arrival at Lexington Green, explore the site of a Revolutionary War battle and stop by the Visitor's Centre and Gift Shop.

Concord, North Bridge

Leaving Lexington, proceed past Author's Row to see country homes of such renowned 19-century authors as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Louisa May Alcott and Nathaniel Hawthorne. Stop at the Concord River for an opportunity to stand on the North Bridge, where colonial farmers-turned-soldiers fired upon the King's army.

Your tour concludes with a picturesque, approximate 45-minute sighseeing driver through Cambridge, passing by Harvard Squere before arriving back at the pier.

Here’s a little-known geographical fact: the heart of Italy is just a 30-minute minivan drive away from Boston cruise port. Boston’s Little Italy district is as authentic as you can get this side of the Atlantic, and this deliciously curated excursion offers you a chance to taste its full range of regional flavors.

Spend three hours walking with your expert local guide through the city’s North End neighborhood, encountering a seemingly endless array of Italian specialties. At one Hanover Street venue, it’s delicacies like arancini and Sicilian pizza. At another, mouthwatering gnocchi alla sorrentina from the Amalfi Coast. Next stop is at a beloved neighborhood restaurant for a discussion on the influence of soil and weather on the wine you’re tasting. At yet another spot, you’ll learn about the history of olive oil and how to distinguish authentic EVOO from its imitators. Nearby, the journey takes you to Umbria to taste 12-year-old balsamic vinegar from Modena. Hopping next door to Parma, you’ll sample the best prosciutto outside of Emilia Romagna and taste special Sardinian sheep’s milk cheese.

You will visit a revered Italian market and travel back in time to stop at the city’s oldest remaining retail shop. A meander down a back alley leads to an artisanal bakery where the sourdough starter arrived direct from Naples over 160 years ago. And, just when you thought this day could get no better, top things off with some best-in-the-neighborhood cannoli and gelato. By the time you’re back on the coach for the return drive to port, you’ll have a new sense of appreciation for Italy, Boston style.

At the conclusion of your tour reboard your minivan for a 30-minutes return ride to the pier.

Experience the historic sights and New England charm of Boston from both land and sea during this picturesque, half-day excursion via coach and boat.

Boston, Long Wharf, Harbour Cruise, Old North Church, Bunker Hill Monument, USS Constitution

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to the Long Wharf. Upon arrival, embark your awaiting boat for a panoramic sightseeing cruise on the bustling harbour. Along the way, take in iconic sights such as the Old North Church, Bunker Hill Monument and Boston's busy waterfront, and catch a glimpse of the USS Constitution.

Scenic Drive, Historic Landmarks, Copley Square, Back Bay District, Public Garden, Freedom Trail

Back on land, re-board your coach for a sightseeing drive. Pass by many of Boston's historic landmarks, then proceed for a photo stop at an architectural gem, Copley Square (traffic depending). Afterward, continue along Boston's Back Bay District and the Public Garden, then follow part of the Freedom Trail, an approximately 2.5-mile (about four-kilometre) red-brick trail recounting the story of the American Revolution.

Optional Shopping at the Quincy Market

At the conclusion of your tour re-board your coach for a return directly to the pier, or opt to be dropped off near the Quincy Market for independent shopping and exploring, then return to the pier at your leisure via the ship's shuttle service.

Explore Boston at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your driver and separate English speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Boston at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your driver and separate English speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Boston at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private SUV. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your driver and separate English speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Boston at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private SUV. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your driver and separate English speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Travel back to Revolutionary Boston with a walk along the Freedom Trail. Your experienced guide will reveal the sites and scenes of critical events that paved the way for American Independence.

Freedom Trail Walking Tour

Depart the pier for the brief transfer to the Boston Common. Located on the edge of Beacon Hill, it is the oldest public park in America. Upon arrival at the gold-domed New State House, leave your coach and begin your approximate two-mile (about 3.2-kilometre) guided walking tour. As you stroll along Boston Common, view one of the most beautiful war memorials in the country, a bronze tribute to Robert Gould Shaw's 54th regiment.

Granary Burial Ground & Faneuil Hall

Next, continue on to the Granary Burial Ground, site of the graves of John Hancock, Samuel Adams, and Paul Revere, then take the Freedom Trail past the Old Corner Bookstore, the Old South Meeting House and the Old State House to Faneuil Hall, the meeting hall of such famous speakers as John Hancock, Susan B. Anthony, and John F. Kennedy. Today, it is a bustling complex of shops and restaurants.

Old North Church

Leaving Faneuil Hall cross into the North End by Paul Revere's House, en route to the Old North Church, also known as 'Christ Church'. This stop is an outside visit only.

Some time is also made available to browse the adjacent gift shop before proceeding to waterfront, where you may opt to explore the area independently or return directly to the ship via the shuttle bus.

Besuchen Sie Amerikas gruseligste Stadt, die nur einen kurzen Besenritt von Boston entfernt ist. Wegen der hier stattgefundenen Hexenverfolgung ist Salem vielerorts bekannt. Hier besuchen Sie das „Haus mit den sieben Giebeln", bekannt auch durch den gleichnamigen Roman des Autors Nathaniel Hawthorne. In Boston erhalten Sie wissenswerte Informationen über die geschichtsträchtige Stadt. Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst: ·        Etwa 1-stündige Fahrt nach Salem ·        Besuch im Haus der 7 Giebel mit anschließender Freizeit in Salem, insgesamt gut 2 Stunden ·        Rückfahrt nach Boston, dort Freizeit nahe des Quincy Marktes zum individuellen Mittagessen ·        Stadtrundfahrt entlang vieler Sehenswürdigkeiten und mit Fotostopps an der Old North Church und am Copley Square ·        etwa 45-minütiger Rundgang am North End

Folgen Sie Ihrem Reiseleiter auf eine kurzweilige Reise durch ein wichtiges Kapitel der amerikanischen Geschichte: Vom historisch bedeutenden Geburtsort der Amerikanischen Unabhängigkeitskrieges in Lexington über Concorde bis nach Harvard, wo in der weltweit bekannten Elite-Schmiede die großen Geister von morgen geformt werden.

Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst:

• Fahrt zum Lexington Green: amerikanische Freiheitskämpfer formierten sich hier 1775 gegen die heranziehenden Briten. Der Unabhängigkeitskrieg beginnt.
• Weiterfahrt nach Concord: Das „amerikanische Weimar" gilt als Ort der ersten Gefechte der 'Amerikanischen Revolution'
• Etwa 1-stündige Freitzeit am Campus der Harvard Universität
• Rückfahrt nach Boston, dort etwa 45 Minuten Freizeit zum Mittagessen im Quincy Market
• Fahrt vorbei an vielen Sehenswürdigkeiten mit Halt im ältesten Stadtviertel Bostons, dem North End, und kurzem Fotostopp am Copley Square
• Insgesamt ca. 4 Stunden im Bus

Es gibt viel zu sehen! Diese Tour bietet Ihnen eine gute Strecke mit einigen Höhepunkten. Es ist der perfekte Mix aus Radfahren und interessanten Stopps, um die Vielfalt der Destination zu erkunden. Sie ist für Gäste geeignet, die gern mittellange Strecken radeln und Lust auf schaffbare Höhenmeter haben. Diese Tour unternehmen Sie auf unseren hochwertigen Fahrrädern und erreichen mit eigener Körperkraft die Ausflugsziele. Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst: ·        Stadtrundfahrt durch Boston ·        Fotostopp an der Universität Harvard, Trinity Chruch und Quincy Market ·        In Nordamerika werden alle Fahrradausflüge zusätzlich von lokalen Guides begleitet Zusätzlich stellen wir Ihnen gerne einen hochwertigen Helm und Rucksack. Für zu Hause auch im Mein Schiff  ® Online-Shop bestellbar.

Tauchen Sie ein in die dunkle Seite Bostons und entdecken Sie einige der tiefsten Geheimnisse auf einer "Schreckens" -Tour an Bord des Trolley of the Doomed. Ihr kostümierter Gastgeber, ein Totengräber aus dem 17. Jahrhundert, bietet aufschlussreiche Einblicke in die Geschichte der gruseligsten Sehenswürdigkeiten der Stadt.

Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst:

• Fahrt durch Boston mit der „Gruselkarre“
• Gruselgeschichten auf zwei der ältesten Friedhöfe der Stadt
• Besichtigung der Grabstätten von Paul Revere, Samuel Adams und John Hancock
• Erzählungen über paranormale Aktivitäten in der Stadt und den mörderischen Boston Strangler

Erkunden Sie Boston auf einer Trolley Tour in einem nostalgisch anmutenden bunt bemalten Bus. Nutzen Sie dabei die Gelegenheit, an 15 Stopps z.B. Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, Trinity Church oder Beacon Hill näher in Augenschein zu nehmen. Steigen Sie danach wieder ein und setzen Sie Ihre Tour fort. Unterwegs können Sie den Erzählungen und Erklärungen des Fahrers lauschen. Auf diese Weise sind Sie selbst Herr (oder Meisterin) über Ihre Erkundungstour durch das Herz der Amerikanischen Unabhängigkeitsbewegung und entdecken alles, was Boston zu bieten hat. Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst: ·        Hop-on-hop-off-Tour mit einem nostalgisch anmutenden Bus ·        15 Stopps zum Ein- oder Aussteigen werden angefahren ·        Erklärungen erfolgen während der Fahrt durch den Fahrer auf Englisch  

Wie ein roter Faden zieht sich der Freedom Trail, der Freiheitspfad, durch Boston. 16 bedeutende historische Sehenswürdigkeiten reihen sich zwischen dem Boston Common, der grünen Oase der Stadt und der kolonialen Markthalle, der Faneuil Hall, aneinander. Bestaunen Sie unter anderem die King's Chapel, das von einer goldenen Kuppel gekrönte Massachusetts State House und das Old South Meeting House. Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst: ·        Ca. 30-minütiger Transfer ins Stadtzentrum ·        Rund 2,5-stündiger Spaziergang entlang eines Teils des Freiheitspfads ·        Auf Wunsch individuelle Rückkehr mit dem Mein Schiff Shuttle® inkludiert

Bereits auf dem Weg zur Old North Church, dem ältesten Gotteshaus Bostons, bekommen Sie vom Bus aus einen ersten Eindruck von der Stadt. Über den Charles River gelangen Sie nach Cambridge, der Heimat zweier Universitäten von Weltruhm: dem Massachusetts Institute of Technology und der Harvard University. Letzterer statten Sie einen Besuch ab und können wie die Studenten über den von Bäumen gesäumten Campus und entlang der berühmten Gebäude aus rotem Backstein spazieren.

Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst:

• Orientierungsfahrt durch Boston zur Old North Church und Außenbesichtigung
• Weiterfahrt zum Harvard Campus und Freizeit vor Ort, jeweils rund 45 Minuten
• Rückfahrt nach Boston mit Fotostopp am Copley Square (falls zeitlich möglich)
• Möglichkeit zum Ausstieg am Quincy Market (dann individuelle Rückkehr zum Schiff)

In Boston lernen Sie die Stadt aus zwei Perspektiven kennen. Zunächst schippern Sie mit Blick auf die Skyline über das Wasser, danach lassen Sie sich vom Bus aus die Stadt und Sehenswürdigkeiten wie State House und Old South Meeting House, Ursprungsort der Boston Tea Party, zeigen. So entdecken Sie die Sehenswürdigkeiten der Stadt ganz bequem.

Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst:

• Kurzer Transfer zum Bootsanleger
• Rund 45-minütige Bootstour mit Blick auf die Skyline, die historische Pier Long Wharf sowie die Fregatte USS Constitution
• Stadtrundfahrt per Bus mit Fotostopp am Copley Square, insgesamt etwa 2 Stunden

Auf diesem Platz erleben Sie amerikanische Golfgeschichte. Der im Jahr 1896 gegründete William J. Devine Golfplatz ist nicht nur der zweitälteste öffentliche Golfplatz der USA, sondern auch einer auf dem Golf-Geschichte geschrieben wurde. Der abwechlungsreiche Platz wurde von Donald J.Ross neugestaltet und ist nicht umsonst drei Jahre in Folge als einer der besten Plätze von Golf Digest ausgezeichnet worden. Hier findet jeder Spieler Spaß und Herausforderung. Der Ausflug kurz zusammengefasst: Golfen auf einem Platz mit Geschichte Genießen Sie das Indian Summer Flair von Abschlag bis Green Inklusive Tranfer, Greenfee, Token und Leihbag

Auf dieser Tour treten Sie in einem gemütlichen Tempo in die Pedale und können die Umgebung vollkommen genießen. Unterwegs legen Sie regelmäßig Stopps ein. Die Länge der Strecke sowie die Höhenmeter sind entspannt, sodass diese Tour für jeden geeignet ist. Ob jung oder jung im Herzen. Auf dieser Tour sind Sie durch den zusätzlichem Energieschub unserer erstklassigen E-Bikes entspannter unterwegs. Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst: ·        Stadtrundfahrt durch Boston ·        Fotostopp an der Universität Harvard, Trinity Chruch und Quincy Market ·        In Nordamerika werden alle Fahrradausflüge zusätzlich von lokalen Guides begleitet Zusätzlich stellen wir Ihnen gerne einen hochwertigen Helm und Rucksack. Für zu Hause auch im Mein Schiff  ® Online-Shop bestellbar.

Mit einem Fahrzeug, welches ein Vorankommen sowohl an Land als auch im Wasser erlaubt, begeben Sie sich auf eine abenteuerliche Stadterkundung. Entdecken Sie die Straßen und Sehenswürdigkeiten der geschichtsträchtigen Stadt und den Ausblick auf die Skyline Bostons und Cambridges nach der Wasserung in den Charles River. Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst: Insgesamt etwa 2-stündige Fahrt mit einem Amphibienfahrzeug