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Romance Wedding Package includes the following: - Scenic 4 hour private cruise aboard the M/V Thomas Laighton - Your choice of savory Romance Wedding Menu Option - Custom made three-tier wedding cake with your choice of exquisite flavors and fillings - Professional disc jockey service with an extensive music library - Tabletop bud vases containing the freshest seasonal flowers and greenery coordinated to your color scheme - Crisp white table linens and napkins - Celebratory Champagne Toast - Complimentary Nautical Life Ring “Guestbook†- Convenient dockside parking for you and your guests - Two full service pay as you go bars (open bar options available) - Professional Vessel and Catering staff - Personal Cruise Director to organize all details of your wedding including the wedding rehearsal
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| Maximum Number of Guests | 348 |
| Largest Banquet | 300 |
| Largest Ceremony | 300 |
| Largest Meeting | 300 |
| Largest Reception | 300 |
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| Total Meeting Space | 200 |
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SAILBOAT CHARTERS, TRIPS AND LESSONS. VISIT THE ISLES OF SHOALS, LIGHT HOUSES AND WHALES. SAILING FROM RYE NEW HAMPSHIRE.You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser or activate Google Chrome Frame to improve your experience. River, Harbor and Island ToursExpertly narrated history tours of Portsmouth harbor, the Isles of Shoals and the New Hampshire Seacoast. Isles of Shoals & Portsmouth Harbor Tour (aboard M/V Challenger) Please note this cruise is aboard our smaller vessel the M/V Challenger pictured above. No need to print your tickets. We will have your name and number in your party and check off as you board. Join us aboard the M/V Challenger for one of our expertly narrated Isles of Shoals and Portsmouth Harbor tours. Experience the history and beauty of the seacoast and Isles of Shoals with a more intimate view from the Challenger. To maximize our time cruising the islands this tour does not stop at the Isles of Shoals. No disembarking at Star Island. Cruise Schedule
Star Island Day Visit & Portsmouth Harbor Tour This cruise utilizes both our vessels. Outbound portion is on our smaller vessel the Challenger. Inbound is aboard our larger vessel the Thomas Laighton. Star Island visitor fee is included in ticket price. Spend the day on Star Island. This cruise lets you experience our Isles of Shoals and Portsmouth harbor tour, the Star Island Walking tour and stay for the day on Star Island! You’ll spend approximately 3.75 hours exploring Star Island. Participation in the Walking Tour is optional.
Star Island Walking Tour & Portsmouth Harbor Tour Star Island visitor fee is included in ticket price. This cruise allows approximately 1 hour on Star Island. Enjoy our expertly narrated Isles of Shoals and Portsmouth Harbor Tour with the added bonus of a guided walking tour on Star Island! You'll hear the fascinating history and lore of Portsmouth Harbor as we navigate 10 miles of river and ocean out to Star Island, one of the first footholds for settlement in the new world. Disembark with our tour guide and explore Star Island. Your guide will walk you through over 400 years of rich history including the charting of the Isles in 1614 by Captain John Smith of Jamestown and Pocohontas fame who was given the isles as a reward for his efforts on behalf of the Crown of England. Hear the legend of the pirates Blackbeard and Captain Kidd, and the lady ghost of White Island. In the 1800's, resort hotels were built on Star and Appledore Islands and the Shoals became one of the most popular vacation spots on the New England Coast. You'll see the Oceanic hotel, which rivaled the grandest hotels of the time and is still in operation today. Your tour will take you through the replica of Gosport Village, a fishing outpost dating back to the early 1600s which includes the picturesque Stone Chapel and several cottages. You'll also see the tallest gravestone in the state of New Hampshire, the John Smith Monument, and the Caswell Cemetary. The guided walking portion of the tour is optional and you are welcome to explore the island on your own.
Star Island Walking Tour & Portsmouth Harbor Tour (aboard the Challenger) This cruise is aboard the M/V Challenger pictured above. Star Island visitor fee is included in ticket price. This cruise allows approximately 1 hour on Star Island. Enjoy our narrated Isles of Shoals and Portsmouth Harbor Tour with the added bonus of a self guided walking tour on Star Island! You'll hear the fascinating history and lore of Portsmouth Harbor as we navigate 10 miles of river and ocean out to Star Island, one of the first footholds for settlement in the new world. In the 1800's, Resort hotels were built on Star and Appledore Islands and the Shoals became one of the most popular vacation spots on the New England Coast. You'll see the Oceanic hotel, which rivaled the grandest hotels of the time and is still in operation today. You may walk through the replica of Gosport Village, a fishing outpost dating back to the early 1600s which includes the picturesque Stone Chapel and several cottages. You'll also see the tallest gravestone in the state of New Hampshire, the John Smith Monument, and the Caswell Cemetary.
Sunset Acoustic Harbor Cruise Catch the sunset from the best deck in town; aboard the Thomas Laighton. Have a drink and unwind while listening to live acoustic entertainment. A perfect end to your week. BAGS (including large purses) and BACKPACKS ARE NOT ALLOWED ONBOARD. CASH ONLY BAR!
Extended Star Island Walking Tour Enjoy our expertly narrated Isles of Shoals and Portsmouth Harbor Tour with the added bonus of a guided walking tour on Star Island! You'll hear the fascinating history and lore of Portsmouth Harbor as we navigate 10 miles of river and ocean out to Star Island, one of the first footholds for settlement in the new world. Disembark with our tour guide and explore Star Island. Your guide will walk you through over 400 years of rich history including the charting of the Isles in 1614 by Captain John Smith of Jamestown and Pocohontas fame who was given the isles as a reward for his efforts on behalf of the Crown of England. Hear the legend of the pirates Blackbeard and Captain Kidd, and the lady ghost of White Island. In the 1800's Resort hotels were built on Star and Appledore Islands and the Shoals became one of the most popular vacation spots on the New England Coast. You'll see the Oceanic hotel, which rivaled the grandest hotels of the time and is still in operation today. Your tour will take you through the replica of Gosport Village, a fishing outpost dating back to the early 1600s which includes the picturesque Stone Chapel and several cottages. You'll also see the tallest gravestone in the state of New Hampshire, the John Smith Monument, and the Caswell Cemetary. After your walking tour you'll have time to visit the giftshop, bookstore, and snack bar in the hotel if you'd like. The guided walking portion of the tour is optional and you are welcome to explore the island on your own. This cruise allows approximately 1.5 hours on Star Island.
Isles of Shoals & Portsmouth Harbor Tour Join us aboard the M/V Thomas Laighton for one of our expertly narrated Isles of Shoals and Portsmouth Harbor tours. Experience the history and beauty of the seacoast, Portsmouth harbor and the little known, but historically crucial, Isles of Shoals. This cruise does not disembark passengers at Star Island.
Star Island Extended Day Visit Spend the day on Star Island. This cruise lets you experience our Isles of Shoals and Portsmouth harbor tour, the Star Island Walking tour and stay for the day on Star Island! You’ll spend approximately 5 hours exploring Star Island. Participation in the Walking Tour is optional.
Special EventsSpecial events are even more magical on the M/V Thomas Laighton! Parade of Sails!Get a front row seat to the tall ship parade aboard the M/V Thomas Laighton! This year is special as the USCG Eagle will be coming into Portsmouth along with other tall ships. Hear all the history of Portsmouth from Colonial days through World War II on our way out. Then we join the parade of tall ships as they enter Portsmouth harbor.
Party ShipsCome join us on the best Party Ship on the Seacoast! The M/V Thomas Laighton steams through the Piscataqua River and Portsmouth Harbor on this 21 and over party ship.  The best party on the Seacoast is aboard the M/V Thomas Laighton! This cruise is 21+ and a valid state issued photo ID is required. Bags are subject to search. BAGS (including large purses) and BACKPACKS ARE NOT ALLOWED ONBOARD. BARS ARE CASH ONLY!! ATM available prior to boarding the vessel.
Industry Night!! featuring Truly Seltzer and Codigo 1530 Tequila Do you work on the weekends? Monday is the new Friday on Thomas Laighton! Come join us for Industry Night sponsored by Truly Spiked Seltzer and Altos Tequila. The best party on the Seacoast is aboard the M/V Thomas Laighton! Dance to great music by local bands and DJ's while you enjoy drink specials, theme nights, good company, and amazing scenery. CHEERS! T his cruise is 21+ and a valid state issued photo ID is required. BARS ARE CASH ONLY! ATM available prior to boarding the vessel.
 This cruise is aboard our smaller vessel the Challenger. Catch a gorgeous sunset aboard the M/V Challenger. Have a drink and unwind. In lieu of a narrated tour, background music is provided.
Sunset Cruise aboard the Challenger
The M/V Thomas Laighton is one of the most unique venues available for your special event. Our 300 capacity passenger vessel truly is a "floating function facility" that can adapt to any type of special event from weddings and rehearsal dinners to company outings and celebratory parties. The best part about chartering our vessel (besides the breathtaking views and tremendous service) is that the boat and all of its amenities are yours alone.
 Sailing Charters in Portsmouth NHThis summer, get a different view of the city during your visit to Seacoast New Hampshire with a sailing charter in Portsmouth. Portsmouth, located on the Piscataqua River, is a historic seaport known for its quaint downtown and thriving beer scene. Our boutique hotels are located right on the Portsmouth waterfront, overlooking the Piscataqua River, Badger Island, and Memorial Bridge. Here are three ways to get out on the water on a sailing charter in Portsmouth: Our Favorite Sailing Charters in PortsmouthGundalow company | 60 marcy street, portsmouth | (603) 433-9505. Built by volunteers of the Strawbery Banke Museum in 2011, this replica of a seventeenth century cargo boat now takes passengers on tours of the river. The sailing charter offers a variety of trips from a mid-day history sail to a concert cruise with live music in the evenings. Bring a picnic and beverage of your choice along with you to enjoy this sailing charter in Portsmouth. Isles of Shoals Steamship Co. | 315 Market St, Portsmouth | (800) 441-4620Named for a group of small islands 6 miles off the coast of Portsmouth, Isle of Shoals Steamship Co . offers sailing charters to the islands. The islands have a long history as fishing grounds for indigenous people and landing spots for English settlers. The sailing cruise also includes a guided walking tour of Star Island, where you'll learn about the history of settlers, pirates, and the replica of Gosport Harbor, a village dating back to the early 1600s. Portsmouth Harbor Cruises | 64 Ceres St. Portsmouth | (800) 776-0915Take a harbor cruise on the Heritage , a historic wooden workboat now comfortably outfitted for sailing charters in Portsmouth. The 1-1/2 hour cruise has a narrated tour of the history of the harbor, with great views of several lighthouses, mansions, forts, and even a naval submarine. Just looking to relax and soak in the view? The evening and sunset cruises are for you with cocktails served on board. Wine cruises, offered monthly throughout the summer, add a little education to happy hour with a certified sommelier onboard to lead you through tastings. 
Private Charters
 Home → Sail with Us → Private Charters  Charters for up to 46 guests are available through the end of October. Please use the green button below to make a request and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. Note that weekends and sunset times are first to fill, so make sure to reach out soon for those ideal times. Thanks!  Private parties for any type are welcome! Let us plan a unique event to meet your needs and interests.The Gundalow Company offers private charters aboard the gundalow PISCATAQUA. The typical charter sail is 2 hours long, departing from our dock in Prescott Park, Portsmouth and sailing to the mouth of the Piscataqua River past forts, lighthouses, and the Naval shipyard and prison. We can make arrangements to sail from appropriate private docks, adjust the trip length, or offer other special programming – so contact us to discuss possibilities. The PISCATAQUA is the ideal vessel for company retreats, family reunions, special events, and much more. With one flat, wide, open deck with views all around, she accommodates up to 46 guests*. Gundalows have a flat bottom, which makes for a smooth sail that allows guests to enjoy their trip in comfort – expect a relaxing cruise on the river as the breeze guides us along! The below-deck cabin can easily seat up to 12 people, and the forward hatch offers a marine head (bathroom). Guests are welcome to bring their own food or beverages and will find plenty of room for trays and coolers. If you would like your event catered, we can provide you with a list of recommended caterers. We also have the option to start or end your trip at the riverfront restaurants! The gundalow can accommodate live music onboard. If you would like to book an acoustic ensemble for your cruise, we can suggest some local musicians who have played onboard in the past. Whether maritime folk, brass, jazz, or a cappella, we can find a group to fit your interests. Please email us or call 603-433-9505 for more information. Weddings, Birthday & Anniversary Parties, Company Retreats, ReunionsGetting married? We’ve hosted many wedding celebrations (before, during, or after celebrations!) aboard the Piscataqua, and we were featured in Seacoast Weddings magazine as an ideal vessel for nautical nuptials. We’ve even hosted proposal charters for 2 and surprise weddings! Private parties for any type of celebration are welcome. Let us plan a unique event to meet your needs and interests. Please email us or call 603-433-9505 for more information.  Please note that we are unable to provide trips for “ Burials At Sea ” including spreading ashes due to EPA requirements for being farther off the coast, as we only sail along the river and not into the ocean. Gundalow Company 60 Marcy Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 433-9505 Directions | Email Us  Our Sponsors
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Featured AddressesSailboat strikes Memorial Bridge connecting Portsmouth, KitteryPORTSMOUTH — A sailboat's mast struck the Memorial Bridge after its rudder broke Saturday evening, according to Kittery harbormaster John Brosnihan. A male and female aboard the 45- to 50-foot boat were escorted off the vessel to safety, the harbormaster said. The mayday call came in at approximately 5:51 p.m., and Brosnihan said he arrived at approximately 5:56 p.m. The incident captured much attention from people gathered in the downtown Portsmouth area. No injuries were reported, but since the boat was down river with a strong tide, “there was a serious concern of capsizing,” said Brosnihan. There was no visible damage to the bridge connecting Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and Kittery, Maine, via Route 1 over the Piscataqua River. There didn't appear to be any disruption to vehicular traffic on the bridge. The boat was removed from the bridge by 6:30 p.m., the habormaster said. More local news: Maine man shot neighbor's dog and hid body. It was legal. Family wants law changed. New Hampshire Marine Patrol and the Coast Guard joined Brosnihan in responding, to assist with removing the boat, which was snagged on the bridge by its mast. Brosnihan said he put a tow line on the bow of the sailboat, and the Coast Guard "was able to pull it down the river and put it in a side tow.” The boat was then towed to Piscataqua Marina, the original planned destination for the sailing vessel, Brosnihan said. Inland River & Fall Foliage CruiseBuy Tickets  As we leave Portsmouth and head inland we will pass all of New Hampshire’s industrial waterfront. Cruise past tankers, freighters and cable ships loading and unloading; past the remains of old shipyards where military and merchant vessels were built throughout our history. As we continue inland we head up into either Great Bay or the Cocheco River into Dover. This beautiful tidal estuary remains largely undeveloped. The Cocheco River cruise is tide dependent. Call ahead or click "Tickets" button above for schedule. Our Inland River Cruises are the Seacoast’s most popular Fall Foliage Cruises. Come aboard this fall for a unique cruise into some of the most picturesque scenery on the Seacoast. The Inland River & Fall Foliage Cruise is approximately 2.5 hours. Reservations strongly suggested. Children 2 and under ride free. Schedule and prices subject to change. Enjoy the New England Foliage With Us! |
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Come aboard for a tour of the NH Seacoast's waterways on a 1963 60′ Deltaville Deadrise. Our narrated cruises are casual, sometimes amusing and always informative. Whether discussing the birdlife of the inland waterways, the folklore of the Isles of Shoals, the ship building history of Portsmouth Harbor, or just musing on the ever changing ...
We will have your name and number in your party and check off as you board. Spend the day on Star Island. This cruise lets you experience our Isles of Shoals and Portsmouth harbor tour, the Star Island Walking tour and stay for the day on Star Island! You'll spend approximately 3.75 hours exploring Star Island.
While on-board, participants will set the sail, steer the vessel, learn to navigate, tow for plankton, and explore the human impact on our watershed. This educational program is geared towards students ages 7 and up. ... 60 Marcy Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 433-9505 Directions | Email Us. Our Sponsors. Learn about our sponsors
For the 2023 season, this trip will be available only for private charters. Subject to change. If the open sea is your desire, join us for the Isles of Shoals cruise. Leave Portsmouth Harbor and discover the nine legendary islands located six miles off the coast. Settled by Captain John Smith, the Isles of Shoals have had a diverse history as a ...
Bring a friend and get away from the crowds. Join us. Lightly narrated. The Evening/Lights Cruise is approximately 1 hour. The Sunset Cruise is approximately 1.5 hours. Reservations strongly suggested. Children 2 and under ride free. Schedule and prices subject to change. Book Today.
Portsmouth Harbor Cruises. 299 reviews. #2 of 10 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Portsmouth. Boat ToursSightseeing ToursPrivate Tours. Closed now. 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM. Write a review. See all photos. About.
Gundalow Company. Sail aboard the Piscataqua, a traditional reproduction of the flat-bottom gundalow barges that were once prevalent along local waterways. Educational, informative and fun, a sail is a great way to explore the sights and sounds of the Piscataqua River. Morning, afternoon, and sunset sails run Memorial Day through Columbus Day ...
Portsmouth Harbor Sail 1.5 Hours. ... You may wish to bring a picnic dinner or beverages on these entertaining cruises. Find the full Concert Cruise schedule here. Book Now! Tuesday Speaker Series (evenings) ... 60 Marcy Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 433-9505 Directions | Email Us.
Enjoy a sail aboard a traditional reproduction of the flat-bottom gundalow barges that were once prevalent along local waterways. We offer a variety of day and evening trips on the Piscataqua 7-days a week (Memorial Day - Labor Day). ... 60 Marcy Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 433-9505 Directions | Email Us. Our Sponsors. Learn about our ...
Attraction Details. 315 Market Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801. Directions. Call. Email. Website. Home of the Steamin Party Ship and Star Island Walking Tours located in downtown Portsmouth, NH. We offer narrated historic cruises of the Isles of Shoals, Star Island, lighthouses, Portsmouth Harbor, fall foliage, sunset cruises and more aboard our ...
2023. 1. Gundalow Company. 225. Boat Tours. By TJ-go. Captain Matt and the Gundalow crew were awesome as they took my son and I (and many others) for a sail on a gorgeous... 2. Portsmouth Harbor Cruises.
Captain Rick Philbrick, offers sail lessons, sailing charters and trips to the isles of shoals, off Portsmouth and rye nh. New Hampshire Seacoast offers, history, whale watches on board the charter sailing vessel Persistence. we also sail from the site www.nhseacoastcharters for more information on Rye, Rye Harbor, Hampton, portsmouth, Newcastle, Newburyport ma..
We offer a variety of cruises to suit nearly everyone. Whether it be with family, friends, co-workers, students or hosting a special celebration, our crew looks forward to welcoming you aboard. ... Isles of Shoals Steamship Company 315 Market Street Portsmouth, NH 03801 Get Directions. Telephone (800) 441-4620 / (603) 431-5500.
Sunset Cruise. $28.00. $21.00. $25.00. A fuel surcharge of up to $1 may be added to each ticket purchased. Schedule and prices subject to change. Reservations strongly suggested. Children 2 years and under are free, but must have a ticket! Please include them in your reservation.
Portsmouth Harbor Cruises, Portsmouth, New Hampshire. 4,673 likes · 8,085 were here. Discover the Piscataqua River's Heritage. Tag us @portsmouthharborcruises / #portsmouthharborcruises Book your...
About This Tour. The Harbor Cruise - 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.
This cruise is 21+ and a valid state issued photo ID is required. ... The best part about chartering our vessel (besides the breathtaking views and tremendous service) is that the boat and all of its amenities are yours alone. more. About Us; ... Isles of Shoals Steamship Company 315 Market Street Portsmouth, NH 03801 Get Directions. Telephone ...
Portsmouth Harbor Cruises | 64 Ceres St. Portsmouth | (800) 776-0915 Take a harbor cruise on the Heritage , a historic wooden workboat now comfortably outfitted for sailing charters in Portsmouth. The 1-1/2 hour cruise has a narrated tour of the history of the harbor, with great views of several lighthouses, mansions, forts, and even a naval ...
The typical charter sail is 2 hours long, departing from our dock in Prescott Park, Portsmouth and sailing to the mouth of the Piscataqua River past forts, lighthouses, and the Naval shipyard and prison. ... If you would like to book an acoustic ensemble for your cruise, we can suggest some local musicians who have played onboard in the past ...
The "Heritage" takes passengers on an educational journey on the harbor off the coast of Portsmouth, NH. These fully narrated tours cover 400 years of local and American history. The history tour begins with the tellings of the settlement of the region, which began in 1623, and ends with the harbor's role of defense in our country today.
From the settlement of the region in 1623, to Portsmouth Harbor's modern day role in the economy and defense of our country. This trip offers some wonderful photo opportunities of lighthouses, mansions, submarines and forts, so bring a camera! Evening, Sunset and Lights cruises are the same route. The Harbor Cruise is approximately 1.25 hours ...
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PORTSMOUTH — A sailboat's mast struck the Memorial Bridge after its rudder broke Saturday evening, according to Kittery harbormaster John Brosnihan. A male and female aboard the 45- to 50-foot ...
Our Inland River Cruises are the Seacoast's most popular Fall Foliage Cruises. Come aboard this fall for a unique cruise into some of the most picturesque scenery on the Seacoast. The Inland River & Fall Foliage Cruise is approximately 2.5 hours. Reservations strongly suggested. Children 2 and under ride free.