Top New England Half-day Tours - page 6

Join Captain Riccardo aboard the Trinacria for a Private tour of Boston Harbor & The Harbor Islands. Choices include Sightseeing, Foliage Tours in Autumn or just Cruising. This unique tour is one of the very few available that you & your guests have the boat to yourselves. Most Boston tours are shared. We also allow you to bring your own Food & Beverages on-board, making your trip ultra personalized. We are flexible on pick up locations & are happy to entertain special requests. Book with us & we will do everything we can to exceed your expectations. Tours can last up to 5 Hours depending on activities chosen. Inner Harbor Tours take 2-3 Hours. Plan on being on-board for up to 4 Hours for Lighthouse tours if you choose to see the offshore Lighthouses. We also can preform an Ash Scattering in a burial at sea ceremony for loved ones remains. We attend to filing all required notifications with the US Government free of charge As a reminder Gratuities are not included the price.

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Heard of Harvard, MIT, and many more historical landmarks on the East Coast? Time to experience history. You will take a sneak peek into the startup nature at MIT’s campus. Drop by Harvard to explore the high-end of the US education system. Driving along Tory Row, our local guide will tell you the secrets of the American Revolution. Now, what is so special about Lexington Battle Green It’s the site where the first bullets were fired that ignited the revolution. Hancock Clarke House and Paul Revere’s capture site has its own tale of heroes. The first men to take to arms are talked about at the Minutemen National Park. We’ll end the tour by passing by Concord’s Old North Bridge, which spans the 26km historic Concord River.

Uncover the hidden corners and rich history of Nantucket on this self-guided driving or biking tour (does not include rental). From lighthouses and historic homes to pristine beaches and iconic vistas, this tour offers a comprehensive exploration of the island's unique character. Learn about Nantucket’s culture and history as you ride (or drive) across the island, from Madaket to Sconset. We’ll point out several points of interest along the way as you explore Nantucket from coast to coast. Need a bike? We recommend Young's Bike Shop (on Broad St.) or Cook's Cycles (on S Beach St.). You will need to contact them directly to arrange your own rentals separately.

Discover Boston’s fall beauty on this guided, 4-hour, small-group bike tour around the North End of the city. Explore the historic Emerald Necklace, a 1,100-acre chain of parks linked by parkways and waterways in Boston and Brookline. Visit the shaded boulevard on Commonwealth Avenue, the shores of Jamaica Pond, and the popular, winding paths of the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University. Also, see the Rose Kennedy Greenway, Boston’s newest public park; the famous Charles River Esplanade; the Boston Common and Public Garden and much more.

Stroll Boston’s Freedom Trail independently and learn about the history of the city with this self-guided walking tour app. Download and use the app offline and let the GPS guide you from historic location to historic location. Explore at your own pace and use it any day and time that suits your schedule.

Your local guide, Joe Grollino of Island Wonders Tour Company, will reveal a side of Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island that few get to experience. Forget the summer crowds and bustling traffic; this is a tour for those who seek the tranquil, majestic beauty of winter in Maine. The winter landscape: When the first snow falls, Acadia transforms into a breathtaking winter wonderland, blanketing the park's rugged granite peaks and rocky shorelines. On this tour, you'll witness this serene landscape at its finest! A peaceful park: The quiet season offers solitude, allowing you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty without distraction. Iconic scenery, now with a frosty twist: See familiar sights in a new light, with frost-dusted evergreens and ice-rimmed coastlines painting a stunning picture. Ever-present sea: The dramatic coastline remains a constant, with waves crashing against the icy rocks and cliffs, creating a spectacular, powerful display.

Highlights: • Immerse yourself in New Hampshire’s spring and summer foliage, pedaling through vibrant woods and serene marshes. • Enjoy a peaceful, car-free ride along the scenic New Hampshire Greenway, perfect for families and nature lovers. • Spot wildlife along the trail, from turtles and wild turkeys to familiar songbirds in their natural habitat. • Ride easily on flat, well-maintained crushed stone and gravel paths, ideal for a relaxing and stress-free cycling adventure. • Take in quiet wooded clearings and winding marshside paths, the perfect escape from city life and daily routines. Enjoy a peaceful ride along the scenic Greenway on this guided rail trail tour. Pedal through tranquil natural landscapes as you follow a former railroad corridor known for its flat, easy riding and relaxing atmosphere. Led by an expert guide, you’ll ride approx. 14+ miles along a crushed-stone trail, passing wetlands, wildlife, and wide-open clearings. This is a great way to unplug and reconnect.

Discover Boston in the evening on a guided night tour that combines city highlights with a scenic sunset harbor cruise, all with convenient downtown hotel pickup and drop-off. Begin your experience with pickup from your downtown Boston hotel and set out on a narrated driving tour through the city’s most iconic neighbourhoods and landmarks. As you explore, your local guide will share stories of Boston’s history and culture while you take in the city illuminated at night. Then, head to the waterfront and board a relaxing sunset cruise through Boston Harbor. From the water, enjoy panoramic views of the skyline, historic sites, and bustling harbor as the sun sets and the city begins to glow. After the cruise, sit back and relax as you’re transported back to your downtown Boston hotel, completing a seamless and memorable evening experience.

This isn’t just a brewery crawl. It’s a murder mystery van adventure through Providence where you and your fellow detectives will solve one of Rhode Island’s most fascinating historical crime while visiting some of the city’s best breweries. Enjoy a craft beer flight at three brewery stops and a delicious pretzel along the way. Throughout the tour, you’ll uncover clues, solve puzzles, and follow the twists of a real 19th-century murder case that once dominated national headlines. Can you solve the mystery before the final round? Please note: A minimum of four guests is required for all tours to run. If less than four are booked, we’ll contact you the morning of to offer a full refund or rescheduling options

This tour hits the highlights of Boston's most historic districts. You can take this tour anytime between 7:00am and 8:00pm. Once you make the booking, we will provide you with a link to download the app as well as a voucher code for the tour. This tour includes about 2.5 hours of audio, making it one of the most comprehensive self-guided tours available. We cover a wide range of topics from colonial history to the Big Dig public works project that created the Rose Kennedy Greenway only a few years ago. This tour uses the VoiceMap app and is GPS-enabled. The audio is delivered at the right place and time with turn-by-turn directions, meaning that you won't need to keep looking at your phone.

This small-group tour stands out by offering an intimate, authentic experience, allowing guests to connect more deeply with Boston’s local stories. With a focus on personal attention, our passionate local guides share not just historical facts but real, untold stories of the city, making each stop feel unique. The small group size ensures a more personalized experience, giving you the chance to ask questions, interact, and truly immerse yourself in the heart of Boston’s history. It’s more than just a tour—it’s a genuine journey through the city’s past, told by the people who live it.

Spend three hours kayaking through Casco Bay with this small-group tour led by a professional guide. You'll launch from Mere Point in Brunswick and paddle over to a couple of different islands, with the opportunity to see all sorts of marine birds, and maybe even a seal or two, along the way.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Step into the heart of Boston’s past with our Beacon Hill Walking Tour —your self-guided audio companion through one of the city’s most historic and picturesque neighborhoods. Wander charming cobblestone streets, admire gas-lit lanterns and stately brownstones, and uncover the stories of abolitionists, authors, and revolutionaries who once called this area home. With expert narration and total flexibility, you can explore at your own pace—no tour groups, no schedules, just your own personal guide in your ear. Download now and let Beacon Hill’s history unfold as you go! *Download the Shaka Guide app to access the purchased tours*

This isn’t just another sightseeing trip—it’s a curated journey through Maine’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems, woven together into one unforgettable day. From the elegance of Portland Head Light, the nation’s most photographed lighthouse, to the playful charm of Eartha, the world’s largest rotating globe, every stop reveals a different facet of Maine’s character. Guests walk a historic suspension bridge built by the engineers of the Brooklyn Bridge, explore the state’s proud maritime heritage in Bath, and visit the legendary L.L. Bean flagship store in Freeport. What sets this tour apart is the balance of scenery, history, and culture: stunning coastal views, hands-on heritage at museums and memorials, and Maine icons you won’t find grouped together anywhere else. And because it’s a shorter itinerary, it’s the perfect choice for cruise ship passengers or travelers with limited time who still want a rich, memorable Maine experience.

Step into the grandeur of New England’s past with a visit to Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, a breathtaking National Historic Landmark overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. This immersive day trip from Boston includes round-trip rail transportation and a private shuttle, making it an effortless way to explore one of Massachusetts’ most stunning estates. What to Expect: Round-Trip Commuter Rail Ticket from Boston- we provide detailed, step by step instructions on how to get to North Statin in Boston an what train to take. Private Shuttle to the Crane Estate – We will pick you up from the Ipswich MBTA station and take you to the estate and back Enjoy the Guest of the Cranes Guided Tour – Step inside this magnificent 1920s mansion, where expert guides will transport you back to the era of lavish parties, grand architecture, and breathtaking seaside views. Free Time to Explore the Estate Grounds Return Shuttle & Train to Boston

Privately guided 3-4 hour tours give you a bite-sized taste of Vermont’s scenic backroads, charming villages, and local favorites, all in a compact, easygoing experience. Guided by a local, gain insider knowledge of some of the best spots to visit and find even more beautiful routes to explore as you find your way to favorite spots in and around the Connecticut River Valley of Vermont. Various themes for the tour are offered, including 'Bridges and Brews', 'Antiques and Artisans', and 'Ridges and Rivers' and we get started from Woodstock, Ludlow or Springfield Vermont. Be sure to check out the Vermont Wayfinders website for more information on tours and availability! It’s the perfect way to explore if you’re short on time, love a good scenic detour, or just want a more budget-friendly private tour. You’ll still get a local expert as your guide, a perfectly planned route, and plenty of time to soak in the sights—just in a smaller, snackable package.

The private five-hour MDI Discovery Tour reveals the hidden gems surrounding Acadia National Park. Ideal for those who have already enjoyed the park's popular attractions, this tour takes you off the beaten path to explore stunning landscapes and unique locales that many visitors miss. Perfect for both locals and returning tourists, the tour offers an insider's perspective on the area's natural beauty and cultural richness. - Discover lesser-known sights and stunning landscapes around Acadia - Ideal for locals and repeat visitors seeking new experiences - Five-hour duration focusing on off-the-beaten-path locations - Uncover the hidden beauty of the MDI (Mount Desert Island) area with expert local insights

This tour is for groups who don't want to see Cadillac Summit but are more interested in the park loop road the harbors and towns of Mount Desert Island outside of Acadia National Park. We are great with groups of mixed ages so the entire family always has a great time. The time is yours, we are not scripted, you can ask a lot of questions and stop at places that interest you to take photos and just explore. Wonderful for photographers or those who want to spend time exploring with their own group.

Set sail on a memorable half-day private cruise aboard the beautifully appointed vessel CAMELOT, designed for up to 6 passengers. This exclusive experience lets you explore the stunning Newport coastline, reminiscent of the Gilded Age, as you enjoy the sights of sailboats and seagulls. Pack your favorite picnic items and beverages to enjoy during the cruise, making it a perfect outing with friends or family. - 3.5-hour private charter for personalized exploration - Licensed captain included for a safe and enjoyable experience - Complimentary bottled water provided - Dress comfortably and prepare for the weather

On our Secret Food Tour: Boston – Harvard & Cambridge, you'll escape the hustle and bustle of downtown to explore a charming New England college town just across the river. Our experienced guides will lead you on a historic adventure past stately brick buildings and ivy-covered walls, the heart of America’s most famous university—Harvard. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of some of the area’s most notable former residents, including Julia Child, Bill Gates, and Mark Zuckerberg, while savoring delicious delicacies at some of their favorite former haunts. Throughout the experience, you'll discover why the Puritans chose this spot to establish one of the country’s first cities—and why its charm still endures today. Harvard Square isn't just a backdrop to a renowned university; it's a cornerstone of American history. As a private tour, everything works around you! It's a much more intimate and cozy experience.

Winnipesaukee on Pond Tunes is your source to explore NH's largest lake. From breath taking views of the mountains, intricate architecture of the boat houses to the hidden treasures of the coves. Winnipesaukee on Pond Tunes covers it all. Oh.... and don't forget your favorite playlist, with a state-of-the-art sound system, you'll be listening to all your favorite Tunes on the "Big Lake ". We invite you to come aboard and see what all the buzz is about!

This private culinary walking tour introduces Boston’s historic districts through authentic regional flavors. You begin in the Blackstone Block where narrow streets reflect early commercial life. Historic taverns and storefronts reveal the origins of local food traditions. At Boston Public Market, you enjoy included tastings that highlight New England specialties. Clam chowder and lobster roll reflect a long maritime heritage. Along the Greenway, modern design meets the path of former trade routes. In the North End, Italian influence shapes a rich culinary identity preserved across generations. At Paul Revere Mall, history connects with daily life in a meaningful setting. The experience concludes along the waterfront where Boston’s maritime past remains visible. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

This private car tour is a special edition Rev War 250 tour. We've combined a few lesser known, yet hugely significant Revolutionary War sites in Boston, with the main events in the towns of Lexington and Concord in to a half day tour. Starting in Boston we'll take you to sites where very few tours go and give context to events leading up to the outbreak of the war. Then onto Lexington and Concord to see the towns where the "shot heard round the world" was fired. We'll take the same route as Paul Revere, stopping at the most significant sites along the way giving a detailed account of events of April 1775. The itinerary gives the list of sites we'll visit, timings are flexible and the 4 hour tour time includes travel to and from Concord. This tour is perfect for those groups who have limited time available in Boston or groups who have different degrees of interest in the history of that time.