Harbor Lights and Sights Cruise
Description
Explore the bustling inner harbor, Diamond Pass, and the main shipping channel to get close up views of civil war era forts and as many as 4 lighthouses that guide mariners into Portland Harbor.
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Itinerary
Maine's oldest lighthouse, commissioned by George Washington. One of the most photographed lighthouses in the county.
Historic lighthouse constructed in 1897 that marks the west side of the Portland shipping channel.
Historic lighthouse constructed 1855, designed by Thomas Walter, designer of the US Capitol dome and East and West Wings. A smaller lighthouse also known as Bug Light, it features six Corinthian columns around it's base.
Civil War era fort in Casco Bay located on Hog Island Ledge. Modeled after Fort Sumter in Charleston, South Carolina. Used as a storage facility in WWI & WWII.
Historic lighthouse on Casco Bay constructed in 1905, a twin of Graves Light off off Boston. Located on a quarter mile of ledge that marks the northern entrance into Portland Harbor.
Islands off the coast of Portland including Peaks Island, House Island, Cushing Island, Little and Great Diamond Islands, Diamond Pass and a seal habitat called Halfway Rock.
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What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(736)
Great tour. The guide knew his history. My husband is a history professor so it takes a lot of knowledge to impress him and this tour did.
Boat tour as advertised after 1030 rescheduled to 215 Host was very entertaining between knowledge facts and well spoken
Fun tour. We learned about the history of the harbor. Great boat. Well worth the cost.
Informative and entertaining guide. Worth it in my opinion. Clean bathroom on boat, refreshments available. Open air or enclosed seating.
We had a great time. Captain and guide were excellent hosts and the guide kept us entertained and shared great information and history.
If you like to sit back on a boat and take in the sites and sounds, then this is the tour for you. One hour and 45 minutes of great views and great informative knowledge from guides.
We had a fantastic experience. The staff was very helpful and welcoming. The sites were beautiful. We will definitely book another experience with them.
had the opportunity to see several lighthouses which was my goal.
This was a wonderful tour! The boat crew was very friendly and the tour guide was very knowledgeable. We got to see a lot during the trip and it was a really nice way to see the coastline. Definitely recommend.
Great experience! Knowledgeable guide! We had a great time seeing the lighthouses and islands. Would recommend!
