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Newport, RI: Evening Cocktail Cruise of Narragansett Bay

1. Newport, RI: Evening Cocktail Cruise of Narragansett Bay

Experience Newport Harbor and Lower Narragansett Bay as the sun goes down while sipping a special complimentary drink. See mega yachts, lighthouses, historic church steeples, the Newport Pell Bridge, Rose Island, the Jamestown shoreline, historic forts, and so much more from aboard the Coastal Queen. Enjoy panoramic views from the warm and weatherproof main salon or from the open-air upper deck. Additional refreshments are available for purchase at the cash-only bar onboard. Coastal Queen staff follow the most current health guidelines to ensure your experience is safe and enjoyable. After the cruise, take a moment to walk around and soak up the vibrancy of this coastal town. Checkout out the shops or enjoy a sweet or savory treat in one of the many cafes lining the port.

Portland: Sunset Lighthouse Cruise in Casco Bay with Drinks

2. Portland: Sunset Lighthouse Cruise in Casco Bay with Drinks

Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise around the islands of Portland's Casco Bay. Pass historic lighthouses, early-19th century forts, and quaint fishing piers as you explore the area at sunset. Guests over 21 can enjoy 1 craft beer or hard seltzers per person. As you cruise, keep an eye out for seabirds and the occasional seal that call Maine's coast home. When the timing's right, the boat will turn its bow towards Portland so you can enjoy the sunset and the city's skyline from the water. GROUP OF 6 OR MORE? Please reach out to us about private charter options for the best experience possible!

Kennebunkport, Maine : Lunchtime Culinary Walking Tour

3. Kennebunkport, Maine : Lunchtime Culinary Walking Tour

Discover the area that has been home to those who make their living on the sea for centuries. Visit a popular destination for visitors who love history, beautiful beaches, and plentiful outdoor activities. Explore the culinary scene that In recent years is attracting visitors with nationally renowned chefs, gourmet catering companies, craft brewers, and award-winning food artisans. This tour takes a leisurely half-mile walk from Dock Square across the bridge into the lower village as you taste all along the way what it means to be from Maine.  You will visit with shop keepers and food artisans, taste chowders, lobsters, and more, all regionally sourced and created by local talent. A friendly and knowledgeable guide will take you to several venues to sip, taste, and learn about Maine’s culinary history and vibrant food scene. This experience actively works with gluten (not celiac), seafood, nut, and vegetarian dietary preferences and sensitivities to the best of our ability. Guests may pick and choose their participation for any further food issues.  While tours vary, your foodie experience may include, Satellite donuts, fresh lobster right off the boat, Maine clam or fish “Chowdah”, craft-brewed ales or fruit sodas, Maine honey wines, the original Maine whoopie pie, freshly roasted coffees with local roaster and macaroons, and a visit to a summer stand for ice cream.

Boston: Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl

4. Boston: Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl

Enjoy an evening pub crawl of haunted bars across Boston, and pass by spirited locations in the city on a guided haunted tour. Hang out with John F. Kennedy in the back corner of the 21st Amendment. Teleport to Ireland with a pint of Guinness at Emmet’s Pub. Visit the Omni Parker House Hotel, where a sinister liquor salesman haunts Room 303. Finally, head to the Beantown Pub to hear about the life and death of Sam Adams from your guide. Finish the tour at the 17th-century Granary Burying Ground cemetery.

Boston: Guided Craft Brewery Tour with a Snack

5. Boston: Guided Craft Brewery Tour with a Snack

Whether you're a light beer drinker or a connoisseur of the brew, this is the perfect introduction to Boston's top breweries, cider houses, and distilleries. From pilsners to stouts, your beer guides will introduce you to award-winning beers of all styles. Tour routes may vary but may include some of the following top brewery affiliates: Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co Aeronaut Cannery Samuel Adams Night Shift Democracy Brewing Co Distraction Brewing Co and more...

Portland, Maine: Old Port Brewery & Pub Walking Tour

6. Portland, Maine: Old Port Brewery & Pub Walking Tour

Spend the day walking, talking, and tasting your way through the historic city of Portland, Maine. Led by a local guide, this 3-hour walking tour takes you through the interesting history of the city's beer culture. From becoming the birthplace of Prohibition in 1851 to establishing the first craft brewery in all of New England in 1983, Portland has a riveting story to tell.  Walk, Talk, & Taste (3 hours) Walk and talk with a local beer history guide through Portland's Old Port with tasting stops at Shipyard Brewing Company, Gritty McDuff’s, and Liquid Riot Bottling Company All tours end with drop-off at Old Port Spirits and Cigars, a perfect place to pick something up to indulge in later in the night after exploring lively downtown Portland.

Portland, Maine: Local Brewery & Spirits Bus Tour

7. Portland, Maine: Local Brewery & Spirits Bus Tour

Satisfy your taste buds with a variety of brewery bus tour options of different breweries throughout greater Portland, Maine. Generous portions of alcohol products made at each different location are included, along with local snacks and an optional lunch. Beerunch Brewery Tour (3 Hours) Visit the famous Bissell Brothers Brewing before they open their doors to public, then travel to East Bayside to Belleflower Brewing for another exclusive visit before they open their doors to the public. The last stop is at Goodfire Brewing before being dropped off in downtown Portland, Maine. Drinks About Town: Brewery and Spirits Tour (3 Hours) This afternoon bus tour explores different craft alcohol products made in the city of Portland. Start at Shipyard Brewing Company for beer, then Après for hard seltzers and alcoholic ciders, and last Three of Strong Spirits for craft, high-quality rum. All tours end with drop-off at Old Port Spirits and Cigars, a perfect place to pick something up to indulge in later in the night after exploring lively downtown Portland.

Boston: Iconic Food Tasting & History Tour - Freedom Trail

8. Boston: Iconic Food Tasting & History Tour - Freedom Trail

Boston’s downtown is packed with revolutionary history, but along the Freedom Trail, you’ll also find some of the best examples of the iconic dishes Boston has to offer. Over the course of this 3-hour urban adventure, take a one-of-a-kind stroll through Downtown Boston. Taste classic dishes including Boston Baked Beans and Brown Bread, Clam Chowder, a fresh Lobster Roll and Boston Cream Pie. Plus, you’ll hear about the history of these foods and their rise to popularity in Boston. While this is not your typical Freedom Trail tour, you will visit sites of food-related historical significance along the way. End this tour feeling both full and fulfilled, after experiencing a great introduction to Boston through the lens of local foods. Upgrade your tour to the option which includes a beer tasting. Pair the iconic Boston foods with a local craft beer tasting at 2 of Boston's most historic taverns.

Stowe, Vermont: Half-Day Local Brewery Tour

9. Stowe, Vermont: Half-Day Local Brewery Tour

Get an introduction to some of Vermont's finest beverages on a guided tour of around five notable drinking hot spots. Your tour begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel in the Stowe area. Then, sit back and relax as you begin an informative afternoon, learning about and sampling a variety of very tasty local craft beverages. In addition to craft breweries, enjoy visits to local hard cider operations and distilleries. Let someone else do the driving and a local guide show you a great time, while you sip some seriously good craft drinks. You will be picked up between 1:00 and 2:00 PM at your hotel and returned to the pickup point approximately five hours later.

Boston: Freedom Trail Bar Crawl Smartphone Audio Guide

10. Boston: Freedom Trail Bar Crawl Smartphone Audio Guide

On the Boston Bar Crawl and Freedom Trail Walking Tour you and your team will discover Boston’s revolutionary history as you walk the steps of Boston’s famous Freedom Trail. You’ll discover secret history, enjoy famous landmarks, and—of course—drink at the most interesting bars in Beantown. This 2 mile walking experience that takes 3-4 hours to complete. It starts near Boston Common, weaves on and off the Freedom Trail, and finishes in the North End neighborhood. Work together with your friends to solve trivia questions, discover hidden landmarks, and earn points while competing for the top spot on the Brews & Clues Leaderboard! What are you waiting for? Put a team together and get after it!

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Mikala was an excellent guide; very personable, knowledgeable and easy going. The beer we tasted throughout our tour stood second only to the amazing personnel working and serving at the breweries. It is easy to see how these beer-makers truly value the quality of their craft and the fostering environments they create in their breweries. This experience was easily one of my highlights in Burlington and I recommend the tour to anyone who enjoys craft beers!

andrew the tour guide made the tour a phenomenal one and im glad i went out of my comfort zone to do this alone and meet cool people

This was a great experience and a good way to see the hidden gems in and around Portland! It was a lot of fun!

Guide was great. Very helpful and informative. Made the tour a lot of fun. Highly recommend.

Guide was great. Very informative and helpful. Made the tour a lot of fun.