New England Cruises and Charters

Sail aboard an authentic wooden Schooner

Most everyone that takes any one of these New England cruises comes away with a very special experience. There is something about the way a classic wooden schooner takes to the ocean. As the wind fills the sails there is real excitement, the kind makes you glad to be alive.

Each one of these boats represent a triumph of human achievement.
They are living works of art. All carry a wonderful heritage and some are designated National Landmarks. Whether you go for a day sail or charter a New England sailing vacation, you come away feeling you share a part of their American history.

These are not your average sailing yacht charters. Ships that appear here are authentic New England schooners, designed and crafted by the best.

Cruises from Gloucester and Cape Ann

Schooner Maine is an authentic "1830s Pinky" built in Bath Maine in 1986. Her captain, Harold Burnham, is also the builder of Fame, Thomas Lannon and the Lewis Story. She is available for day sails and sailing charters out of Gloucester.

Appledore is a 62 foot top-sail schooner, built in 1984 to the design of Bud McIntosh. Weekend sunset cruises, private sailing charters and group events are offered. She departs from Bearskin Neck, Rockport MA.

New England Cruises from Cape Cod and the Islands

Schooner Alabama is a 90 foot gaff-rigger designed by Thomas McManus and built in 1926. Fully rigged, she carries 5000 square feet of canvas. From her home port in Vineyard Haven, she is available for day sails and charters.

Shenandoah is classified as a square top-sail schooner and carries 7000 square feet of canvas.
At 108 feet on deck and no auxiliary power, she is
a legend around New England. Launched in 1964.
Educational summer camp programs and sailing charters are available.

Learn more about the Shenandoah Foundation

New England Vacations
Just off the coast are some of New England's most beautiful islands.
You and your mates might just find a hidden treasure. Be sure to
check out this great guide to plan a Block Island Family Vacation.

Mid-Coast Maine New England Cruises

American Eagle departs from Rockland Maine for an array of three to eleven day cruises, from the Bay of Fundy to the Gloucester Schooner Festival. The 92 foot gaff-rigged schooner sails from Memorial Day through October. Up to to 26 guests will enjoy accommodations with a full galley,serving lobster dinners and other New England favorites.
Cruise aboard the American Eagle

The classic coasting schooner Stephen Taber, nicknamed "the floating feast", is a National Historic Landmark. Featured as one of the finest restaurants in New England, your appetite may well be sharpened by the complete experience. Her scheduled cruises run from late May to the Columbus Day "Colors Weekend". She makes port for several events along the Maine coast and is available for private charters.
Make sail aboard the Stephen Taber