Learn about the history of the USA on this Chesapeake Bay cruise, with visits to monumental battlefields and authentic colonial homes in the Historic Triangle towns of Yorktown, Williamsburg and Jamestown
Cruise from Baltimore to the colonial buildings and battlefields of Yorktown, one of the Historic Triangle towns, for a fascinating trolley tour then visit Williamsburg, once the largest British capital in the New World. Discover why Crisfield is considered the Crab Capital of the World and hear stories of the town that date back over 400 years, then explore picturesque Tangier Island with a visit to the superb Tangier Island History Museum.
Chesapeake Bay has played an important part in the history of the USA, and the region's past is still alive in its small ports and towns that date back to the 1600s.
Learn about the history of Cambridge, an authentic Chesapeake town where there is the chance to sail on board a traditional oyster-dredging boat, and visit Oxford which is one of the oldest towns in America and home to the original Oxford-Bellevue ferry. Stroll along the pretty waterfront in St Michaels and perhaps visit learn more about the maritime heritage of the area at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. Experience the 18th-century atmosphere of Annapolis where there is the opportunity to explore the US Naval Academy with an expert guide.
Complimentary wine and beer served with lunch and dinner
Shore excursions as detailed in the itinerary
Lectures and evening entertainment
Use of on-board library
Excludes
Flights and transfers - we can arrange these to suit your requirements
Gratuities (payable at time of booking)
Port charges and fees
Travel insurance and personal expenses
Cruise Map
Itinerary
Day 1Baltimore (USA)
Embark ship in Baltimore, a lively maritime city full of colonial history including the famous Star-Spangled Banner flying over the revolutionary war-era Port McHenry.
Day 2Yorktown - Williamsburg
Yorktown transformed the history of the USA, and is home to monumental battlefields, recreate Army camps and authentic colonial homes. Today's complimentary excursion is a trolley tour through the town to see the historic buildings and battlefields. In colonial Williamsburg there is an optional tour of this living history site to interact with tradespeople who use real period tools and techniques.
Day 3Crisfield - Tangier
Crisfield is known as the Crab Capital of the World. There is an optional guided stroll through downtown to discover the history of this former fishing village which dates back over 400 years. The unique island of Tangier can be explored on a complimentary excursion; travel by ferry to the island and enjoy local cuisine at Lorraine's Restaurant then explore the delightful village at leisure and perhaps visit the Tangier Island History Museum.
Day 4Cambridge - Oxford
Cambridge is an authentic Chesapeake town with a lively arts scene. There is the chance to sail along the scenic Choptank river on skipjack Nathan, a traditional oyster dredging boat, or visit the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center. Oxford is one of the oldest towns in America and there is a complimentary excursion to the Choptank River Lighthouse, a replica of a historic lighthouse that once guided sailors along the Choptank river. An optional excursion is a walking tour accompanied by a local guide who will tell the history of this picturesque town.
Day 5St Michaels
St Michaels has a picturesque waterfront, quaint boutiques and old Victorian homes. There is the option to enjoy a private tour of Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum or join a cruise through Chesapeake Bay's amazing ecological systems.
Day 6Annapolis
Annapolis is like a living museum, with thousands of historic buildings lining the streets. There is the chance to experience naval life with a visit to the US Naval Academy where an expert guide will show you the historic grounds, or join a trolley tour through the city to learn about its 350 year history.
Day 7Baltimore
Disembark ship in Baltimore.
Chesapeake Bay ItineraryFor navigational reasons the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary.
Dates and Prices
17 May 2025 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Independence From: £3909pp
Standard Waterview
258 sq. ft. with picture windows
Blue Water Price from£3909pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
263 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4655pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
283 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4925pp
Veranda Suite
350 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£6187pp
Single Balcony
248 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£5687pp
06 October 2025 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Star From: £3591pp
Standard Waterview
Large picture window
Blue Water Price from£3591pp
Deluxe Waterview
Large picture window
Blue Water Price from£3730pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£4337pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£4607pp
Single Balcony
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£5369pp
13 October 2025 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Star From: £3591pp
Standard Waterview
Large picture window
Blue Water Price from£3591pp
Deluxe Waterview
Large picture window
Blue Water Price from£3730pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£4337pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£4607pp
Single Balcony
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£5369pp
20 October 2025 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Star From: £3591pp
Standard Waterview
Large picture window
Blue Water Price from£3591pp
Deluxe Waterview
Large picture window
Blue Water Price from£3730pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£4337pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£4607pp
Single Balcony
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£5369pp
27 October 2025 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Star From: £3591pp
Standard Waterview
Large picture window
Blue Water Price from£3591pp
Deluxe Waterview
Large picture window
Blue Water Price from£3730pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£4337pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£4607pp
Single Balcony
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£5369pp
11 April 2026 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Independence From: £3659pp
Standard Waterview
258 sq. ft. with picture windows
Blue Water Price from£3659pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
263 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4357pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
283 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4611pp
Veranda Suite
350 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4813pp
Single Balcony
248 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£5321pp
18 April 2026 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Independence From: £3659pp
Standard Waterview
258 sq. ft. with picture windows
Blue Water Price from£3659pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
263 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4357pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
283 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4611pp
Veranda Suite
350 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4813pp
Single Balcony
248 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£5321pp
25 April 2026 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Independence From: £3659pp
Standard Waterview
258 sq. ft. with picture windows
Blue Water Price from£3659pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
263 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4357pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
283 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4611pp
Veranda Suite
350 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4813pp
Single Balcony
248 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£5321pp
30 May 2026 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Independence From: £3909pp
Standard Waterview
258 sq. ft. with picture windows
Blue Water Price from£3909pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
263 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4655pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
283 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4925pp
Single Balcony
248 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£5687pp
Veranda Suite
350 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£6187pp
01 June 2026 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Serenade From: £5552pp
Grand Suite
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£8976pp
Premium Balcony
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£5552pp
Single Balcony
Private Balcony
Blue Water Price from£6635pp
06 June 2026 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Independence From: £3909pp
Standard Waterview
258 sq. ft. with picture windows
Blue Water Price from£3909pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
263 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4655pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
283 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4925pp
Single Balcony
248 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£5687pp
Veranda Suite
350 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£6187pp
25 July 2026 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Independence From: £3909pp
Standard Waterview
258 sq. ft. with picture windows
Blue Water Price from£3909pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
263 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4655pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
283 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4925pp
Single Balcony
248 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£5687pp
Veranda Suite
350 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£6187pp
01 August 2026 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Independence From: £3909pp
Standard Waterview
258 sq. ft. with picture windows
Blue Water Price from£3909pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
263 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4655pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
283 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4925pp
Single Balcony
248 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£5687pp
Veranda Suite
350 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£6187pp
05 September 2026 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Independence From: £3909pp
Standard Waterview
258 sq. ft. with picture windows
Blue Water Price from£3909pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
263 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4655pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
283 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4925pp
Single Balcony
248 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£5687pp
Veranda Suite
350 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£6187pp
12 September 2026 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Independence From: £3909pp
Standard Waterview
258 sq. ft. with picture windows
Blue Water Price from£3909pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
263 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4655pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
283 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4925pp
Single Balcony
248 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£5687pp
Veranda Suite
350 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£6187pp
03 October 2026 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Independence From: £3909pp
Standard Waterview
258 sq. ft. with picture windows
Blue Water Price from£3909pp
Deluxe Balcony 2
263 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4655pp
Deluxe Balcony 1
283 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£4925pp
Single Balcony
248 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£5687pp
Veranda Suite
350 sq. ft. with private balcony
Blue Water Price from£6187pp
10 October 2026 - Baltimore and back - Sailing on : American Independence From: £3909pp