Newport

         

Situated in a beautiful location along the rugged Atlantic Coast, newport was founded in 1639 by colonists seeking religious freedom. The town prospered as an important seaport in the XVIII ; the next century brought wealthy Industrialists, railroad tycoons and financiers to town who purchased property along the oceans edge. On this tour you will enjoy the rich history and scenery of Newport from colonial days through the Gilded Age to the present from the comfort of your bus. You will pass the historic district with fine examples of colonial, federal and Victorian homes, many of which are designated as National Historic Sites. Other historic landmarks include Trinity Church, Redwood Library and the Gothic Church of Saint Marys where Jacqueline Bouvier married Senator John F. Kennedy. Continue along the world famous 10-mile Ocean Drive where you will enjoy lovely views of the rocky coastline. Then on to Bellevue Avenue passing the opulent mansions of the Vanderbilts, Astors and Morgans.
Note : Limited seats.

Price per person $39.00 Adults $35.00 Children

   

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This excursion combines all the highlights of Newport with a visit to one of the Grand Mansions. Begin your tour with a scenic overview of Newport passing the historic colonial section. As Newport emerged as a leading seaport in the XVIII century, wealthy sea captains and merchants built beautiful homes, many of which have been restored and preserved to their original splendour. Then continue along the world famous Ocean Drive where you will have spectacular views of Newports rocky coastline. Next part of the tour will immerse you in a world of wealth and power as it existed at the dawn of the XX century with a visit to one of the grand summer cottages along Bellevue Avenue that once defined the era known as the Age of Beauty. You will visit either The Elms or Rosecliff, both of which represented the height of a gracious living and entertaining by Americas elite.
Note : Limited seats. Due to the popularity of the Newport Mansions, please anticipate a wait of approximately 30 minutes and please expect extended periods of standing and slow walking.  

Price per person $54.00 Adults $49.00 Children

   

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Commodore Cornelius Vanderbilt established the family fortune in steamship and later in the New York Central Railroad. As the industrial revolution reached its zenith in the late XIX century, the Vanderbilts soon became the wealthiest family in America and chose Newport as their summer playground. On this tour you will learn about the family empire and visit two of the grandest villas ever built in the United States. Marble House was modeled after the Petit Trianon at Versailles as Mr. Vanderbilt instructed his architect, Richard Morris Hunt, to build the very best living accommodations that money could buy. You will enjoy the stories of the elaborate parties of the Gilded Ages as you tour the public rooms and grounds of this mansion. Next will be The Breakers, the grandest of Newports summer cottages and inspired by the XVI century palaces of Genoa and Turin. The 70-room Italian Renaissance-style villa was designed by architect Richard Morris Hunt who directed an international team of craftsmen and artisans ; the mansion is situated on a 13 acre estate overlooking a spectacular view of the rugged Atlantic Ocean.
Note : Limited seats. Due to the popularity of the Newport Mansions, please anticipate a wait of approximately 30 minutes and please expect extended periods of standing and slow walking.

Price per person $72.00 Adults $65.00 Children

   

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        Leave the pier and enjoy a narrative drive along the 10-mile Ocean Drive offering spectacular views of Newports rugged southern coastline as well as a promenade down famed Bellevue Avenue to view fabulous summer cottages of the rich. Drive through the towns colonial section including White Horse Tavern, Friends Meeting House, Trinity Church and Redwood Library. You will also pass the Gothic Church of Saint Marys where Jacqueline Bouvier married Senator John F. Kennedy in 1953. Next part of the tour will be a relaxing harbour tour where you will learn all about Newport and why this scenic harbor is recognized as The Yachting Capital of America.
Notes: Tour may operate in reverse order.

Price per person $72.00 Adults $65.00 Children

   

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Enjoy a combination of nature, ocean and mansions as this tour takes you along a portion of the spectacular cliff walk trail followed by a visit to one of Newports most elegant mansions. With New Englands rocky shore on one side and Newport Mansions on the other, the walk remains one of the top attractions in town and can be taken by Guests of all ages. Next you will visit one of the grandest Newports summer cottages. The mansion was inspired by the XVI century palaces of Genoa and Turin. The 70-room Italian Renaissance-style villa was designed by architect Richard Morris Hunt who directed an international team of craftsmen and artisans ; the mansion is situated on a 13 acre estate overlooking a spectacular view of the rugged Atlantic Ocean.
Note : Limited seats. Due to the popularity of the Newport Mansions, please anticipate a wait of approximately 30 minutes. The distance covered on the cliff walk is about 1,5 km.

Price per person $57.00 Adults $51.00 Children

   

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The City of Newport is not only one of Americas oldest cities, it also has the distinction of having more original colonial period buildings than any other early American City. Stroll through the heart of Newports National Registered Historic Landmarks District while you hear the stories of how this long neglected neighborhood became a model for historic preservation. With the help of tobacco heiress Doris Duke who personally financed much of the restoration, the Historic District is now home to over 80 fully restored colonial homes. Along the way, you will pass architect Peter Harrisons Brick Market Museum, the Old Colony House, the White Horse Tavern, and the Quaker Meeting House. You will also Stroll past the Touro Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in the country and one of the many sites visited by President George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and others. You will return to the quay via the square where Hollywood producer-director Stephen Speilberg filmed the movie Amistad in 1997 using the citys most picturesque landmarks.

Price per person $28.00 Adults $25.00 Children

   

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      Enjoy a scenic harbor cruise to nearby Rose Island to explore this fully restored lighthouse and see remains of the two-hundred year old Fort Hamilton -- now an important wildlife sanctuary.  Depart into the fresh sea breeze and beautiful scenery of Narragansett Bay en route to Rose Island while your captain shares some of the three hundred and fifty-year history of the City-by-the-Sea, and how it earned the title Yachting Capital of the World.    First lit in 1870, the lighthouse was lovingly restored to its original turn-of-the-century ambiance in 1993 and remains a classic example of American maritime architecture.  Due to its strategic location, Rose Island has been of military importance since the Revolutionary War.  Today it plays an important role as home to a number of migrating birds. A visit to this living museum offers insight into a by-gone way of life spent tending the light and raising families in dedicated self-sufficiency.   Re-boarding your vessel for return to the pier.  Rich in maritime heritage, past and present, a scenic cruise on the bay is an excellent way to appreciate its colonial heritage, yachting history and opulent estates.
Note: This tour will operate rain or shine. Since Rose Island is exposed to weather, we suggest you wear comfortable non-slip footwear as well as a windbreaker or rain jacket.  This tour is only suitable for those in good physical condition and is limited in capacity.

Price per person $69.00 Adults $62.00 Children

   

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