Boston Fall Foliage Cruises - 2018

If you have several days or longer, choose a fall foliage cruise up the coast of Eastern North America past Maine and Canada.

In addition to vibrant sceness of crimson and golden foliage, you'll see many lighthouses, quaint villages and ornate "summer cottages" along rocky coastlines, and even fjords and waterfalls. 

At Ports of Call such as Portland and Bar Harbor in Maine and Saint John and Halifax in Canada, you can dine on fresh lobster, visit maritime museums, and enjoy natural beauty along scenic walking trails.  In Quebec City and Montreal, you'll experience friendly French Canadian culture and dine in top restaurants.

Some cruises even take you along the St Lawrence River and Gaspé Peninsula - surely some of the most spectacular scenery in the Northeast!

Don't have much time?  Opt for a day cruise to beautiful Cape Cod or Boston's Harbor Islands.  Even if you have only an hour, take a cruise up the Charles River and enjoy views of colorful foliage on both sides of the river.

Combine a scenic fall foliage cruise around Boston Harbor with a delicious brunch or lunch on the elegant Yacht Northern Lights during October and early November.

The relaxing 2.5 hour brunch cruise gives you panoramic views of fall colors around the Boston Harbor Islands while you enjoy a tasty 3-course brunch, with mimosas and Bloody Marys available for purchase.  You'll see lots of historic sites along the way, and also hear some of the best stories about Harbor Island pirates and ghosts on this narrated cruise.

Find out more and get tickets for the Fall Foliage Brunch Cruise

The 2-hour lunch cruise combines sightseeing and colorful fall foliage around the Boston Harbor Islands and takes you past Long Island Head Light, Boston Light (America's oldest light house), Fort Warren on Georges Islands, and Fort Independence, as well as numerous islands.

A gourmet picnic lunch and non-alcoholic cold drinks to enjoy on board are included in the price of your ticket, and you can purchase beer, wine, cocktails, and hot beverages.  Sit back, relax, and enjoy the gorgeous sights!

Find out more and get tickets for the Fall Foliage Lunch Cruise

To see the New England and Eastern Canadian coastlines in their most glorious season, take one of the popular 5, 7, 10, or 14 day cruises out of Boston's Cruiseport. 

You'll follow the coastline up along Maine, and then, depending on which cruise you choose, perhaps New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Quebec.

In addition to vibrant scenes of crimson and golden foliage, you'll see many lighthouses, quaint villages and ornate "summer cottages" along rocky coastlines, and even fjords and waterfalls. 

At Ports of Call such as Portland and Bar Harbor in Maine and Saint John and Halifax in Canada, you can dine on fresh lobster, visit maritime museums, and enjoy natural beauty along scenic walking trails.   Some cruises even take you along the St Lawrence River and Gaspé Peninsula, scenic fjords, and seaside villages along the rocky coast of Maine.  In Quebec City and Montreal, you'll experience friendly French Canadian culture and dine in top restaurants.

And of course you'll enjoy the luxurious comforts aboard your cruise ship, gourmet meals, and fun activities. 

See all cruises from Boston to Maine & Canada

See fall foliage cruise choices from all departure points for New England & Canada

New England Coastal Tour & Cruise from Boston

Always beautiful, Cape Cod glows with gold and scarlet autumn foliage contrasting with blue water and skies.

A luxury coach whisks you to the Cape, where you'll see entrancing views of quaint Cape Cod villages, a special glass museum and grist mill, and even get to view secluded areas from the best vantage point of all: a sightseeing cruise along the shore.  Perfect when you have only 1 day!

Tickets for Autumn on Cape Cod Tour 

Boston Harbor Islands - Narrated Cruise Around the Harbor

Visiting Boston with only a few hours to spare for a cruise?  No worries - opt for this wonderful daily 3-hour narrated picnic cruise around the intriguing Boston Harbor Islands during the month of September.

You'll see shipwrecks, America's oldest lighthouse, a famous fort, and more as you relax in the climate-controlled cabin or enjoy fresh air on the top deck of the ship Northern Lights.

Foliage will be taking on autumn hues as the month progresses, and should be near peak by the end of the month.

Check Goldstar for discounted Fall Foliage Tour tickets - Full price $71, Goldstar $42 

Fall foliage cruises departing from Boston range from very affordable to pricy depending on which cruise line you choose - but you're still getting a huge bargain compared with what you'd pay for similar accommodations and meals on land if you stayed in hotels and dined in restaurants - and that's without the fun of the cruise and the spectacular scenery!

However, you can almost always find cruise discounts and deals.  The links in the above sections show you best prices and specials for each ship - and you can also check Travelocity's Cruise Deals to get the big picture.

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