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In 2023, American Queen Voyages bid adieu to the Great Lakes, selling their Ocean Navigator and Ocean Voyager ships. They shifted their focus to the enchanting rivers of America, where history and natural beauty intertwined in a new adventure. Cheers to the new horizons and the promise of riverine wonders!
If this hallmark cruise line makes its return to the Great Lakes at any point in the future, we will look forward to being the first to let you know.
If this hallmark cruise line makes its return to the Great Lakes at any point in the future, we will look forward to being the first to let you know.
American Queen Cruises | Boston to Saint John or Saint John to Boston
9 Day Cruise | 2024-2025
From Boston, Massachusetts to St. John, New Brunswick or reverse, this new AMERICAN QUEEN VOYAGES (Formerly Victory Cruise Lines) will bring you along the New England coast in the midst of its renowned Fall. See trees in beautiful shades of red, orange, and yellow and the best sites of New England aboard Victory's luxury New England cruise ship, the Victory I.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Hotel stay in Boston, Massachusetts
Day 2 - Boston, Massachusetts Day 3 - Newport, Rhode Island Day 4 - Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts Day 5 - Provincetown, Massachusetts Day 6 - Portland, Maine Day 7 - Rockland, Maine Day 8 - Bar Harbor, Maine Day 9 - St. John, New Brunswick |
Sailing Dates | Autumn in New England
Boston to Saint John | 9 Day CruiseDeparting From: Boston, MA to St. John, NB
Ports of Call: Boston, MA • Newport, RI • Martha's Vineyard, MA • Provincetown, MA • Portland, ME • Rockland, ME • Bar Harbor, ME • St. John, NB *PRE OR POST CRUISE EXPERIENCES AVAILABLE itinerary (2022 cruises)
Day 1 | Hotel stay in Boston, MA
Day 2 | Boston, MA Day 3 | Newport, RI Day 4 | Martha's Vineyard, MA Day 5 | Provincetown, MA Day 6 | Portland, ME Day 7 | Rockland, ME Day 8 | Bar Harbor, ME Day 9 | St. John, NB itinerary (2023 cruises)
Day 1 | Hotel stay in Boston, MA
Day 2 | Boston, MA Day 3 | Nantucket, MA Day 4 | Martha's Vineyard, MA Day 5 | Provincetown, MA Day 6 | Boothbay Harbor, ME Day 7 | Rockland, ME Day 8 | Bar Harbor, ME Day 9 | St. John, NB 2022 SAILING DATES
Oct 13 - Oct 21 | Ocean Voyager
2023 SAILING DATES
Oct 18 - Oct 26 | Ocean Navigator
Oct 19 - Oct 27 | Ocean Voyager |
Starting at
USD $2,999.00 - $6,899.00 Per Person, based on double occupancy * |
Saint John to Gloucester (Boston) | 9 Day CruiseDeparting From: St. John, NB to Boston / Gloucester, MA
Ports of Call: St. John, NB · Bar Harbor, ME · Rockland, ME · Boothbay Harbor, ME · Provincetown, MA · Martha's Vineyard, MA · Nantucket, MA · Boston / Gloucester, MA *PRE OR POST CRUISE EXPERIENCES AVAILABLE itinerary
Day 1 | Hotel stay in St. John, New Brunswick
Day 2 | Embark from St. John, New Brunswick Day 3 | Bar Harbor, ME Day 4 | Rockland, ME Day 5 | Boothbay Harbor, ME Day 6 | Provincetown, MA Day 7 | Martha's Vineyard, MA Day 8 | Nantucket, MA Day 9 | Boston / Gloucester, MA 2023 SAILING DATES
Oct 25 - Nov 2 | Ocean Navigator
Oct 26 - Nov 3 | Ocean Voyager |
Starting at
USD $2,999.00 - $6,899.00 Per Person, based on double occupancy * |
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 - Hotel Stay in Boston, Massachusetts
Enjoy a leisurely arrival to Boston, where a pre-cruise hotel stay awaits. Victory Cruise Lines' will have a Hospitality Desk set up inside the hotel, manned by a team of local experts who can direct you about the city, provide cruise advice, or book you for premium excursions. Arriving throughout the day, you'll have time to explore Boston and all it has to offer.
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Day 2 - Boston, Massachusetts
Prior to embarking on the cruise itself, enjoy a day to take in the city. An included city tour makes exploring this historic American city easy. While in town, you'll be able to explore highlights like the Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, the Boston Public Library, and the Boston Tea Party Museum. The city has something for everyone. With a world-class food scene, historic landmarks, architecture, and more, New England cruises from Boston are always memorable.
included | BOSTON CITY TOUR
Take a tour of the Massachusetts capital, one of America's oldest cities. With a seemingly endless list of historical US events, from the Boston Tea Party to the American Revolution to the very first Red Sox World Series win of 1903. This tour takes you around to some of the city's most well-known attractions.
PRE-CRUISE | THE LIFE & LEGACY OF JFK
$79
Born in 1917 in the Boston Metropolitan Area, John F. Kennedy would go on to become the United States' 35th president. Make your way through the places where Kennedy grew up, learning about the legacy he left behind. Explore the JFK Presidential Library, where you'll find much of his presidential history. POST-CRUISE | THE LIFE & LEGACY OF JFK
$79
Born in 1917 in the Boston Metropolitan Area, John F. Kennedy would go on to become the United States' 35th president. Make your way through the places where Kennedy grew up, learning about the legacy he left behind. Explore the JFK Presidential Library, where you'll find much of his presidential history. PRE-CRUISE | SIGHTSEEING IN BOSTON
$79
Tour Boston's greatest sights with this tour, visiting the Downtown area, full of colonial American history. Traveling with your group through the district, you'll find all kinds of early US artifacts, making you feel like you're back in historical times yourself. Afterwards, the tour takes you to the famed Quincy Market and the US Constitution Museum, where you'll get to see the Constitution in person. POST-CRUISE | SIGHTSEEING IN BOSTON
$79
Tour Boston's greatest sights with this tour, visiting the Downtown area, full of colonial American history. Traveling with your group through the district, you'll find all kinds of early US artifacts, making you feel like you're back in historical times yourself. Afterwards, the tour takes you to the famed Quincy Market and the US Constitution Museum, where you'll get to see the Constitution in person. |
Day 3 - Newport, Rhode Island
Arrive in the Sailing Capital of the World, a center for boating and yacht enthusiasts and the famed America's Cup Race, the oldest international competition for any sport in the world. Newport itself is a historic city with brilliant views from the Gilded Age mansions lining its cliffs. The city also features an amazing dining and shopping scene, giving you a taste of the relaxed New England way of life.
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Day 4 - Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts
A favorite among US travelers, this Cape Cod island captures the region's spirit. Martha's Vineyard is actually made up of three smaller towns: Edgartown, Vineyard Haven, and Oak Bluffs. Inside each, you'll find numerous New England-style homes, including the home featured in popular TV cooking show, The Barefoot Contessa. You'll get to see a number of great locations around Martha's Vineyard, including its five lighthouses. In the towns and villages, you'll find several wonderful places to eat and shop.
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Day 5 - Provincetown, Massachusetts
Sail to Provincetown, where the first pilgrim settlers arrived in 1620 via the Mayflower. Today, you'll first see the 252-foot tall Pilgrim Monument when sailing into this Cape Cod town. Provincetown is known today for its friendliness to the LGBTQ community, and people of all walks of life. With delicious seafood and plenty of unique boutiques, the bustling Commercial Street is just one of many attractions that can't be missed when visiting this sunny New England town.
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Day 6 - Portland, Maine
Located on a Casco Bay peninsula, Portland, Maine is an urban oasis surrounded by beautiful nature. Known best for being the former capital of Maine and for its award-winning food scene, Portland is a bastion for artists. Arrive in the Old Port waterfront district to 1800s warehouses, now turned into restaurants, boutiques, and music venues as the sound of singing and instruments fills the air. Once you've had enough of the creative urban side of Portland, head over to the Portland Head Lighthouse or Cape Elizabeth for a perfect, scenic end to your visit.
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Day 7 - Rockland, Maine
Arrive in Rockland, a small town that encapsulates everything great about Upper New England in one place. Tall-masted "windjammer" ships sail the protected bay as fresh-caught lobster is cooked, while cute puffins wander about their only known American habitat. You'll quickly learn that this tight-knit, welcoming community is proud of its industries and heritage. From sailing to its limestone -- which helped build Boston and New York, to arts and shopping, this quaint Maine town has it all.
included | ROCKLAND TOUR
Rockland is an essential coastal stop for anyone looking for an authentic
Enjoy a tour of this Victory Cruise Line New England favorite. A major center for lobster fishing, the town of Rockland loves its seafood, and is important for the rest of the US seafood industry. Explore Rockland's port, then head into town to find art galleries, restaurants, and more within its historic buildings. premium | VINTAGE VEHICLES: ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILES, AIRCRAFT, & ARTIFACTS
$79
This journey brings you to Rockland's Owls Head Transportation Museum to see a wide range of motor vehicles. This museum celebrates the desire to move and the innovations that have come with it by showcasing vintage automobiles, aircrafts, and more. Afterwards, the tour will take you to the Sail, Power, and Steam Museum of Rockland to view the history behind Maine's boating and sailing culture. |
Day 8 - Bar Harbor, Maine
The sunrise greets this magical port on Mount Desert Island before any other place in America during fall. An encircling landscape of granite gorgeously sculpted by eons is the breathtaking backdrop for a community rooted in tradition and a true sense of place. In Acadia National Park, standing on the rare crushed-shell surface of Sand Beach affords a panorama of nature’s pageantry, from pink granite to towering evergreen. Soak in some Downeast hospitality on a traditional lobster boat tour optional premium experience. As seals laze on jutted rocks, we make our way to commune with Cadillac Mountain – the East Coast’s highest peak.
During the Fall, this New England cruise destination sees an earlier sunrise than anywhere else in America. One of the most Eastern locations in the United States, Bar Harbor is known as a traditional community that functions as a gateway to Acadia National Park. With incredible views as soon as you disembark the ship, this region of Maine and the tree-filled Acadia National Park are especially beautiful in the Fall. Outdoor enthusiasts love this destination for its proximity to nature, especially with the East Coast's tallest peak, Cadillac Mountain, located just nearby. included | BAR HARBOR TOUR
Immerse yourself in Bar Harbor with this in-depth tour of the local area. Located on Mount Desert Island, the town of Bar Harbor features marvelous views and a number of historic buildings, shops, and eateries. The tour takes you around, where you'll see the scenic rocky beaches and the towering Cadillac Mountain.
premium | Vistas to the Vineyard: Mount Battie Overlook, Camden State Park, & Cellardoor Winery
$99
Take a road trip filled with great stops on your way to a traditional New England vineyard. On the drive, you'll visit the Mount Battie Overlook for views of the Acadian wilderness' countless lakes and endless forests. Next are views of the historic Camden Harbor, filled with sailing ships. You'll find numerous more views as you head to Cellardoor Winery to learn about their entire winemaking process. At Cellardoor, you'll have the chance to take part in a wine tasting, along with a host of snack pairing options. PREMIUM | Crustacean Catch! Exclusive Lobster Bake & Boat Tour
$129
Get up close and personal with New England's lobster culinary traditions aboard a Downeast-style lobster boat. You'll have the chance to catch lobsters with your boat's captain before sailing around Bar Harbor to see its lighthouses, nature, beaches, and more. After a trip around this wildlife and bird-dotted part of coastal Maine, you'll partake in a phenomenal lobster lunch to bring the lobster tradition full-circle. |
​Day 9 - St. John, New Brunswick
As you enter the final stage of your journey, arrive in St. John, NB to take in this coastal Canadian town. Full of its own history and a wonderful way of life, St. John offers plenty to do before or after your cruise. Depending on which direction your cruise travels, you'll arrive here with time to explore the city before your cruise embarks for the reverse journey to Boston, or head home with an airport transfer.
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For reservations and more Information please call our Travel Specialist Toll Free at 1-888-756-9008 Email: [email protected] |
* Cruise fares quoted are in U.S. dollars, per person (based on double occupancy). Single Supplements also available.
Cruise Fares do not include government taxes and fees, port charges, airfare, travel insurance, gratuites,
personal expenditures or transportation costs incurred while traveling to and from embarkation ports.
You will receive the final embarkation and disembarkation times with your travel documents.
Rates and Schedules are subject to change at any time.
Cruise Fares do not include government taxes and fees, port charges, airfare, travel insurance, gratuites,
personal expenditures or transportation costs incurred while traveling to and from embarkation ports.
You will receive the final embarkation and disembarkation times with your travel documents.
Rates and Schedules are subject to change at any time.
Updated 1-21-22