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Newport: Schooner Sailing Tour

By Newport Classic Cruises
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $61 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Cruise through scenic Newport, Rhode Island
  • Relax aboard this historic schooner boat cruise
  • Learn about the coastal sights by engaging in conversation with the crew

Activity location

    • Newport
    • Newport, Rhode Island, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 23 Bowens Wharf, Newport, RI 02840, USA | Schooner Madeleine departs from 23 Bowen’s Wharf, located next to the Landing Restaurant, 22 Bowen’s & in front of the Lobster Bar. There is a white kiosk for check in located between the Lobster Bar & 22 Bowen’s outdoor seating area. There's no need to print anything prior to check-in at the meeting point. Please bring a photo ID that matches the name listed on the reservation to the ticket booth. Please note parking is difficult in Newport, especially on weekends. Allow at least 60 minutes to park, especially on weekends and holidays as no refunds are given for missing the boat. Guests should plan to arrive at the ticket booth 20 minutes prior to your departure time to check-in. The boat will leave promptly at the scheduled departure time.
    • Newport, Rhode Island, United States

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Standard Day Sail Option

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

Standard pricing applies.

Language options: English
Starting time: 4:30PM
Price details
$61.48 x 1 Adult$61.48
Total
Price is $61.48

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    1.5 Hour Sightseeing Cruise
  • Exclusions
    Tips
  • Exclusions
    Drinks (available for purchase onboard)

What you can expect

  • Cruise through Newport Harbor and experience Narragansett Bay like never before! On this 1.5 hour sightseeing cruise, you'll see some of Rhode Island's most captivating coastal sights, including Fort Adams State Park, Rose Island and so much more.
    Ride aboard the Schooner Madeleine, a smooth sailing Schooner. Madeleine is a 72-foot 2 masted schooner, which was specifically designed and built to carry passengers easily and safely sailing through the local waters of Newport. The schooner Madeleine maintains 19th century sailboat style with a 21st century sailing comfort and convenience.

    Beverages are available for purchase onboard. Any group of 10 or more, booked together or separately, are subject to a 15% gratuity.

Location

Activity location

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    • Newport
    • Newport, Rhode Island, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 23 Bowens Wharf, Newport, RI 02840, USA | Schooner Madeleine departs from 23 Bowen’s Wharf, located next to the Landing Restaurant, 22 Bowen’s & in front of the Lobster Bar. There is a white kiosk for check in located between the Lobster Bar & 22 Bowen’s outdoor seating area. There's no need to print anything prior to check-in at the meeting point. Please bring a photo ID that matches the name listed on the reservation to the ticket booth. Please note parking is difficult in Newport, especially on weekends. Allow at least 60 minutes to park, especially on weekends and holidays as no refunds are given for missing the boat. Guests should plan to arrive at the ticket booth 20 minutes prior to your departure time to check-in. The boat will leave promptly at the scheduled departure time.
    • Newport, Rhode Island, United States
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 23 Bowens Wharf, Newport, RI 02840, USA | Schooner Madeleine departs from 23 Bowen’s Wharf, located next to the Landing Restaurant, 22 Bowen’s & in front of the Lobster Bar. There is a white kiosk for check in located between the Lobster Bar & 22 Bowen’s outdoor seating area. There's no need to print anything prior to check-in at the meeting point. Please bring a photo ID that matches the name listed on the reservation to the ticket booth. Please note parking is difficult in Newport, especially on weekends. Allow at least 60 minutes to park, especially on weekends and holidays as no refunds are given for missing the boat. Guests should plan to arrive at the ticket booth 20 minutes prior to your departure time to check-in. The boat will leave promptly at the scheduled departure time.
    • Newport, Rhode Island, United States