Sail away on an unforgettable adventure with the top sailboat tours in the US. At which stunning coastlines and serene waters await.  Would you like a romantic sailboat tour in the U.S.?
Have you ever sailed using sails? If not, do you wish to experience real sailing where you only use wind energy to explore like Columbus?
Are you aware of organized sailboat tours in the US?
There are several options if you want to sail alone, or with your just wedded spouse. You can also join public, pleasure-boat tours with your family.
Ocean sailing is possible in bigger yachts, either with just two passengers or with a maximum of 12 passengers.
Sailing in a luxury yacht with just two of you is also possible, if you are ready to charter an exclusive yacht that is wind-powered.
This is an example of a salon in a sailboat.
I think a family of 3 or 4 can hire an exclusive sailboat for a more private experience. You can select just a weekend cruise in a river or simply hit a sea or an ocean with longer sailing tours.
Here are some salient and interesting aspects of cruising in a wind-powered yacht:
- The speed will be about 15 km per hour.
- Your yacht can sail round the clock without getting into any trouble apart from unfriendly weather conditions.
- You can cover up to 200 km distance in a day.
- The salon of a private chartered sailing yacht can accommodate two people. Larger yachts can take in as many as 12 passengers.
- Luxuries vary with yacht to yacht.
Popular Places for sailboat tours in the US
- Key West, Florida – Experience tropical sailing with crystal-clear waters and vibrant sunsets.
- San Francisco Bay, California – Sail under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge with scenic city views.
- Newport, Rhode Island – Explore the sailing capital of the world with its historic harbor.
- Maui, Hawaii – Enjoy breathtaking sailboat tours with views of volcanic landscapes and marine life.
- Seattle, Washington – Sail through Puget Sound and explore its stunning coastal beauty.
- Chesapeake Bay, Maryland – Discover calm waters and rich maritime history.
- Outer Banks, North Carolina – Experience adventurous sailing in a unique barrier island setting.
- Lake Tahoe, California/Nevada – Sail on pristine freshwater with views of snow-capped mountains.
- Hilton Head Island, South Carolina – Relax on peaceful waters surrounded by coastal charm.
- Nantucket, Massachusetts – Immerse yourself in New England’s classic sailing experience.
12 Top Sailboat Tours in the US.
Which companies offer sailing tours in the US?
- Florida Keys Sailing
- American Sailing Vacations
- Hawaii Sailing Adventures
- Maine Windjammer Cruises
- Schooner J&E Riggin
- Alaska Adventure Sailing
- Great Lakes Cruising
- Charleston Sailing Charters
- Mystic Whaler Cruises
- Sunsail
- Miami Sailboat Charters
- Caribbean Islands
Surely, there are many more companies that offer mid to long sailing vacation in lakes, rivers, and in the Atlantic, the Pacific Oceans, and in the Caribbean Sea.
What are all the likely places you can expect to visit in a luxury sailing yacht?
The names of the sailing companies mentioned above would have given you a clue about ports of call. Nonetheless, let me elaborate on it.
The sailing experience can last 3 4, or 7 days. It includes the time spent in the water, and for onshore excursions.
- Maine-one of the north-eastern states in the U.S., facing the Atlantic Ocean
- Boston
- Charleston City, South Carolina
- Bahamas Islands
- Kiawah Island, near Charleston
- Alaskan glaciers,
- All the Hawaiian Islands including the breathtaking Molokai and terrific Napali Coast, and Waimea Canyon
- Florida Keys
- Vancouver Island
- Portland
- Seattle
- San Francisco Bay
- San Diego
- Lake Michigan
- Chicago City
The Caribbean Islands welcome sailboats. When you visit a major island in the West Indies, you can hope to visit nearby islands, and islets.
Even you can set afoot on exotic, isolated islands where no one lives.
Which are the most booked sailing routes in the U.S. by the tourists?
In spite luring prospective tourists with irresistible discounts, and amenities by the sailboat tour operators, there are some highly popular destinations in the United States that are always in good demand.
The reasons behind such destinations include:
- Assured sunshine
- No prospects of rain during the sailing
- Ample interesting things to do onshore
- Street food scenarios in the cities where the yacht stops
To avoid disappointment, you have to decide about your choice and book your seat six months in advance.
Yachting Destinations:
Here are those yachting destinations in the US that are highly visited.
- Chesapeake Bay-as many as 6 states face the Chesapeake Bay that include Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, New York. In addition, the city of Washington DC joins them.
Chesapeake Bay is the largest estuary in America. The following rivers meet the Chesapeake Bay.
- Potomac
- Susquehanna
- Chester
- James
- York
- Choptank
- Rappahannock
- Wicomico
- Nantocoke
The diverse marine life, countless aquatic bird species, attract tourists and cruise ships to this great estuary.
- San Diego, California
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Michigan Lake, Chicago
- Florida Keys
- Rhode Island
- Annapolis (sailing capital of the United States)
- Bahamas Islands
- Caribbean Islands
- 4800 km long Intracoastal Waterway.
The list is quite impressive.
About the Intracoastal Waterway:
Please note that there is no ocean or sea is involved. It comprises mainly canals, lakes, rivers, sea inlets (sound).
The starting point of intracoastal waterway is Massachusetts, and ends at Brownswille, Texas. The route runs parallel to the Atlantic Ocean, and the Gulf of Mexico, but the sailboats never venture into the open ocean.
I believe there are more routes for sailboats than large cruise ships in the world. Go, ahead, choose your fancy route.
What is included in the ticket price?
Invariably, what you pay is for all-inclusive. Apart from accommodation, and food, you may have to pay separately if you indulge in some water sports such as kayaking, parasailing, snorkelling, and fishing.
Whatever you spend during on-shore excursions such as eating, drinking, buying souvenirs, entrance fee for adventure parks are all not included in your sailing tour costs.
Midway Sailing Adventures:
The sailboats used to stop midway to let you enjoy swimming, paddling, and fishing.
At places where the marine life is rich and worth seeing, your yacht captain would allow you to get under the water wearing a snorkel mask.
Sailing vacations are thrilling and unique. As you can find a sail tour even for two days, why don’t you contemplate a short trip? Summer is a great time to stand on a sailing yacht and enjoy a breezy voyage.
Essential things to pack for a sailing trip.
- Binoculars
- Snorkeling gear
- Several towels
- Wide brimmed hats
- Sunglasses
- Several shorts
- Anti-tanning creams
These are the things you cannot afford to forget while going for a sailing expedition.
Fair Winds and Following Seas!
