Princess Cruises unveils Historic America cruisetour for 250th anniversary

   May 17, 2024 ,   Cruise Industry

Princess Cruises introduces a distinctive new cruisetour in honor of America's upcoming 250th anniversary in 2026, tailored for travelers embarking on a Canada & New England cruise starting in 2025.

Known as the Historic America cruisetour, this comprehensive 7-night land tour features overnight stays in Washington DC, Williamsburg, Staunton VA, Gettysburg PA, and Philadelphia. The experience commences before the 7-day Canada & New England cruise (Enchanted Princess ship) departing roundtrip from New York City. Included in the cruisetour package are hotel accommodations, transportation, guided sightseeing, and most breakfasts and dinners.

Highlights of the cruisetour include visits to iconic landmarks in the nation's capital, such as Arlington Cemetery, Embassy Row, and the National Cathedral. Guests will explore George Washington's Mount Vernon, Jamestown Settlement, Colonial Williamsburg, Richmond National Battlefield Park, Thomas Jefferson's Monticello estate, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Gettysburg Battlefield, and the historic sites of Philadelphia.

10 Historic America cruisetour departures are scheduled for August, September, and October of 2025.

Rates for this journey start at US$4,529 per person.