Northeast USA Cruises
Lighthouses and fall foliage
Explore the Northeast Coast by Small Ship
The Northeast is one of the most history-dense coastlines in America, and a small ship is the ideal way to move through it, slipping into harbors too shallow for large vessels, anchoring off islands that have no car traffic, and arriving in port towns the way travelers have for centuries. Itineraries range from 7-night Hudson River sailings departing New York City, to Maine coast cruises exploring Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park, to 10- and 14-night New England loops out of Boston that take in Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, Newport, and beyond.
For travelers who want to cross the border, New England and Canada itineraries continue north to Halifax, Quebec City, and the shores made famous by Anne of Green Gables. Fall foliage sailings, some running 15 nights from Portland to New York, follow the color season down the coast at its peak. Whatever draws you to the Northeast, there’s a sailing scaled to match it.
Northeast USA Cruises FAQs
What Northeast cruise itineraries are available?
Sailings cover a wide range, including 7-night Hudson River cruises from New York City, 8-night Maine Coast voyages between Portland and Bangor, 10 and 14-night New England roundtrips from Boston, fall foliage cruises running up to 15 nights from Portland to New York, and New England & Canada itineraries connecting to Quebec City and Halifax.
What ports do Northeast cruises visit?
Depending on the itinerary, ports include New York City, Newport, Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, Block Island, Boston, Bar Harbor, Portland, Bangor, Halifax, and Quebec City — a sweep of the most storied coastal destinations on the Eastern Seaboard.
When is the best time to cruise the Northeast?
The season runs from late spring through late fall. Summer departures offer warm weather and island exploring; September and October are prime fall foliage season, when the Maine and Hudson River itineraries are especially popular and tend to sell out well in advance.
What makes small ship cruising different in New England?
Small ships access harbors and island anchorages that larger cruise ships cannot — including Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, and Block Island. With fewer than 200 passengers on most sailings, shore excursions stay intimate and itineraries can include ports that rarely see big-ship traffic.
How do I book a Northeast cruise?
Call 800-578-1479. Our agents will match you with the right itinerary and departure date — whether you’re after a focused Maine coast sailing or a longer voyage up into Canada.