PORTLAND
Portland's standouts, both coasts.
The 10 standout cruises & boat tours a Portland traveller will actually book. What each one covers, who runs it, and what it costs from the dock or the trailhead.
A 1 hour 45 minute Portland Harbor cruise with Casco Bay lighthouses, Civil War forts, and big water views for $54.
“Great ride around the bay. Fun to hear the history. The tour was well coordinated and it ran smoothly Well done.”
A 2.5-hour Portland Willamette River dinner cruise with live piano, a 3-course local meal, and bridge-by-bridge city lights views.
“Great food. Lovely venue. Piano music was a nice touch. Loved the steelhead trout. Service was good and had a wonderful time”
A 2-hour Willamette River lunch cruise in Portland with live piano, reserved seating, and bridge-by-bridge landmark narration for $88.
“Fantastic food, service, music, and views. I was very surprised as to the quality of the food. This was a first class dining experience with some wonderful wines to accompany the food. Service was timely and very upbeat and friendly. Kelsey and Lacey were top notch.”
One hour on Portland Harbor seeing four lighthouses and Fort Gorges, with onboard snacks, restrooms, and fun, clear history for $39.
“We booked this last minute due to cruise port itinerary change and we were glad we did. Nate drove the ship safely and smoothly considering the rocky waves and got the best views of the lighthouses, forts, and Maine shorelines. Steve gave great history and facts to give a great tour of this charming port.”
Sail Casco Bay from Portland on a historic Maine windjammer. Bring snacks and drinks, enjoy 2 calm hours, and maybe help with sails.
“Captain Noah was great Wonderful time Have done once before Thank you so much for your time We look forward to helping”
2-hour Windjammer sail in Casco Bay from Portland Maine. BYO snacks and drinks on a historic schooner, see lighthouses and seals.
“Nice laid back sail around Casco Bay! It was a beautiful day but didn't have much wind so the Captain had to cheat a bit with the motor but it was still enjoyable.”
Casco Bay sunset from Portland. See Maine lighthouses, hear WWII shipyard stories, and watch for seals and dolphins. 1h45, $56.
“BEAUTIFUL!! Highly recommend! The weather was beautiful! The tour was a perfect amount of time! We enjoyed staying up top and just stood the whole time! Brought our two kids (5 and almost 3) and they did great!! Just bring a sweatshirt in case it gets chilly! So fun and beautiful sights!! The tour guide…”
Sail a historic schooner through Casco Bay on a Portland, Maine sunset cruise. Bring your own snacks and drinks for 2 hours.
“Great 2 hours on the water. Captain and crew were knowledgeable and well spoken. Enjoyed history of ship.”
A 1.5-hour Willamette River happy hour cruise in Portland with captain narration, major bridges, and buy-on-board snacks and drinks.
“Excellent staff and service. Really enjoyed the narration of sites and history of the Willamette River.”
Small-group Portland Maine sunset lighthouse cruise on Casco Bay with local craft drinks, views of Fort Gorges, Portland Head Light, and Peaks Island.
“Fantastic crew! Fun and very informative. Excellent experience, we have done this trip once before and will do it again.”
