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New England Islands Cruise
Select dates: June to September 2021 - 2023 | American Cruise Lines
Travel with American Cruise Lines as we discover the New England Islands. Each day is filled with customized shore excursions narrated by private island guides and knowledgeable onboard experts.
Explore the rich marine history of New Bedford, once known as the whaling capital of the world and the inspiration behind the classic American novel, Moby Dick. While in Nantucket, learn about the island’s early history, the popular rose-covered cottage style homes, and active artist community.
Visit the many historic towns in Martha’s Vineyard, and stop at a local gingerbread house for fresh lemonade and cookies. You will be amazed by the awe-inspiring Mohegan Bluffs on Block Island and the opulent seaside estates along the "Avenue of the Mansions" in Newport.
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Included With Your Trip
- All meals onboard & exquisite cuisine featuring locally sourced ingredients and regionally inspired dishes
- Breakfast room service
- Afternoon Tea
- Complimentary cocktail hours plus beer & wine with meals
- Select complimentary shore excursions
- Enrichment programs that include select naturalists, historians, musician, informal lectures, concerts and activites
- Luxury staterooms with full amenities including twice daily stateroom service
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Additional Information
Step aboard the American Star to begin your journey to explore the islands of New England.
Day 2: New Bedford, MA
In the mid 19th-century, New Bedford was the whaling capital of the world and became the inspiration behind Herman Melville's classic American novel, Moby Dick, published in 1841. Today, New Bedford is still known as "The Whaling City," with an authentic seaport village, large fishing fleet and working waterfront.
Day 3: Nantucket Island, MA
Be transported back to the 18th century as you step off your ship onto the timeworn cobblestone streets of Nantucket. Discover how this delightful island evolved from a small farming community to become the center of the American whaling industry and later a popular resort community. Nantucket is a world unto itself, with towering church steeples and old-world architecture.
Day 4: Martha’s Vineyard, MA
Martha's Vineyard was once a hub for whaling fleets and merchant ships, with exotic cargo from the far corners of the world arriving on her shores. Today, the island is one of the most popular vacation spots in New England, comprised of six distinct towns, including Chilmark and Vineyard Haven. The most genteel town on the island is historic Edgartown, prim and proper with its freshly painted Colonial homes and manicured gardens.
Day 5: Block Island, RI
Stroll along Mohegan Bluffs and admire the Southeast Lighthouse, located along the southern shore of the island. The bluffs rise 200-feet above the ocean and stretch 3-miles along the shoreline. This small island off the coast of Rhode Island has become a popular summertime destination, adored for its easy-going attitude, splendid nature trails and breathtaking views.
Day 6: Newport, RI
Nestled within Narragansett Bay is Newport, the yachting capital of the world. as you stroll along the beautiful beaches, historic neighborhoods, bustling wharves and scenic waterfront, you will find Newport offers something for everyone. Visit the Harreshoff Marine Museum and America's Cup Hall of Fame. Explore Newport's fabled past with glimpses of opulent seaside estates along the "Avenue of the Mansions."
Day 7: Bristol, RI
Visit Battleship Cove, a unique "floating" museum recognized as the world's largest collection of 20th-century U.S. naval fighting ships. Relive childhood memories on the magnificent, fully-restored carousel at battleship Cover, the oldest functioning carousel in the America. Explore the collection of intricate model ships and other nautical keepsakes at Fall River's Marine Museum.
Day 8: Providence, RI
Your journey into New England comes to an end with magical memories.
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