Upcoming Cruises

Historic Isles of Shoals & Portsmouth Harbor Tour May 1 2012: 02:55 PM - 05:45 PM     Join us aboard the Victorian style M/V Thomas Laighton and experience the fascinating legends of our legendary New Hampshire & Maine Seacoast. Little known but historically crucial, the legendary Isles of Shoals, located 9 miles off our coast, are an intriguing archipelago of 9 islands steeped with history. As you glide through Portsmouth Harbor, you will see a unique working port with tugboats, tankers, the nation’s oldest and active naval yard, the closed castle-like prison- “the Alcatraz of the East”, our quaint Olde Port waterfront, a famous grand resort hotel, 5 historic forts and 3 lighthouses proudly guiding mariners safely through our waters. Our own Isles of Shoals historian will guide you through these same waters for the duration of the trip. Tour Operators and Event Planners: Groups of 25 or more receive a $5 discount on all adult tickets. Please see our Groups Page for more information. Note: If the seas are inclement, we will cruise to the entrance of Portsmouth Harbor and then Cruise Inland to Dover Point.

Portsmouth Harbor Tour May 27 2012: 01:55 PM - 02:30 PM     Journey along the Piscataqua River through the famous and historic port of Portsmouth as the sun sets in the distance. Along the way, passengers on board will get to observe the this working port, tugboats, lighthouses, a naval prison, the naval shipyard, and Fort Constitution. Guests are welcome to explore all 3 decks of our boat and take in the sights that surround you. Though this tour is a more abbreviated tour of the Isles of Shoals Cruise, the Thomas Laighton coasts along the port of Portsmouth all the way out to the mouth of this historic harbor. The M/V Thomas Laighton is truly the best “Window to the Working Waterfront” of Portsmouth, NH. Feel free to enjoy a cocktail on our Top Deck Tiki Bar on our open air top deck. Relax, sit back and enjoy the spectacular views of Historic Portsmouth in one of our comfortable lounge chairs.

Star Island Walkabout - Memorial Day May 28 2012: 09:25 AM - 01:15 PM     In addition to our famous Isles of Shoals & Portsmouth Harbor Tour this tour allows our guests to explore and visit the aforementioned Star Island for a brief walking excursion. Be a part of one of the most infamous and historically enriched islands New England has to offer as our vessel, the M/V Thomas Laighton sets sails to Star Island all summer on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 9:25 A.M. and returning at 1:15 P.M. Star Island is one of the 9 islands located within the Isles of Shoals that is home to numerous historical landmarks and sights. Many visitors enjoy sitting along the coastline listening to the sounds of the ocean, soaking in the beautiful view of lively Gosport Harbor, the White Island Lighthouse, and the surrounding islands. Guests of the island also enjoy watching the working and leisure boats that make use of this magnificent harbor. Children particularly enjoy "treasure hunting" on the beaches and viewing the glacier carved rock cliffs that were shaped thousands of years ago. Families have the ability to sunbathe and swim, enjoy an ice cream from the gift shop, and explore the reconstructed "Gosport Village" (a replica of the old fishing village that once stood on the same site.) For more information on Star Island please Click Here Check out this VIDEO to see what Star Island has to offer!

Star Island Walkabout Jun 4 2012: 09:25 AM - 01:15 PM     In addition to our famous Isles of Shoals & Portsmouth Harbor Tour this tour allows our guests to explore and visit the aforementioned Star Island for a brief walking excursion. Be a part of one of the most infamous and historically enriched islands New England has to offer as our vessel, the M/V Thomas Laighton sets sails to Star Island all summer on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 9:25 A.M. and returning at 1:15 P.M. Star Island is one of the 9 islands located within the Isles of Shoals that is home to numerous historical landmarks and sights. Many visitors enjoy sitting along the coastline listening to the sounds of the ocean, soaking in the beautiful view of lively Gosport Harbor, the White Island Lighthouse, and the surrounding islands. Guests of the island also enjoy watching the working and leisure boats that make use of this magnificent harbor. Children particularly enjoy "treasure hunting" on the beaches and viewing the glacier carved rock cliffs that were shaped thousands of years ago. Families have the ability to sunbathe and swim, enjoy an ice cream from the gift shop, and explore the reconstructed "Gosport Village" (a replica of the old fishing village that once stood on the same site.) For more information on Star Island please Click Here Check out this VIDEO to see what Star Island has to offer!

Historic Isles of Shoals & Portsmouth Harbor Tour Jun 7 2012: 09:25 AM - 12:15 PM     Join us aboard the Victorian style M/V Thomas Laighton and experience the fascinating legends of our legendary New Hampshire & Maine Seacoast. Little known but historically crucial, the legendary Isles of Shoals, located 9 miles off our coast, are an intriguing archipelago of 9 islands steeped with history. As you glide through Portsmouth Harbor, you will see a unique working port with tugboats, tankers, the nation’s oldest and active naval yard, the closed castle-like prison- “the Alcatraz of the East”, our quaint Olde Port waterfront, a famous grand resort hotel, 5 historic forts and 3 lighthouses proudly guiding mariners safely through our waters. Our own Isles of Shoals historian will guide you through these same waters for the duration of the trip. Tour Operators and Event Planners: Groups of 25 or more receive a $5 discount on all adult tickets. Please see our Groups Page for more information. Note: If the seas are inclement, we will cruise to the entrance of Portsmouth Harbor and then Cruise Inland to Dover Point.