EAST COAST INLAND PASSAGE
15-Day Cruises

Every port on this 14-night grand coastal tour will give you a unique glimpse of America. The East Coast Inland Passage, made up of connecting rivers, bays, estuaries, and canals, allowing passengers to fully appreciate the natural unspoiled beauty of some of the most scenic preserved areas in the country. From the unique vantage point of a small ship, discover the limitless medley of birds and wildlife that call this passage their home. Experience the elegance of a restored southern mansion, the solemn serenity of a Civil War battlefield, and the sheer enormity of a plantation and the secrets it hold.

Explore the towns of Norfolk, Va., Morehead City, N.C., Oriental, N.C., and Wilmington, N.C. and discover the many fascinating and unique museums, antique shops and historic buildings of these quaint southern towns. Relax in one of the many lounges or sundecks and enjoy the sights of the passing scenery. Verdant riverbanks, moss draped oaks, tidal marshes dotted with egrets and other abundant wildlife are all but a sampling of what one can see along the shore. In Charleston, discover its magnificent historic districts, Fort Sumter National Monument, and beautiful, manicured gardens.

Beaufort, South Carolina is a national landmark, offering clues into America's formative years-from the pre-Revolutionary days through the Civil War. Guided horse drawn tours are available to explore this charming southern town.

Cruising along Calibogue Sound and Savannah River brings you to Savannah's restored waterfront, a nine-block-Iong plaza containing more than 70 restored antebellum homes, boutiques, art galleries and museums. A city famous for its southern hospitality, Savannah provides a fantastic glimpse of the grace and beauty of the early American South.

Enjoy a full day exploring the largest of the Golden Isles-St. Simons Island, Georgia. Tour the famous Pier Village or stop by St. Simons Lighthouse where the Museum of Coastal History is located. On Jekyll Island, you'll visit the winter playground homes of wealthy robber baron and socialites, such as the Rockefellers and Vanderbilts. Our knowledgeable experts and dedicated, attentive crew will deliver an adventure that is at once intimate and thrilling, an adventure to destinations both familiar and magical, a true odyssey.