Vermont Discovery Cruises

Vermont Discovery Cruises invites you to explore and experience the charm and grace of Lake Champlain on your dream Vermont vacation.


Vermont Discovery CruisesOffering one, three and six night vacation cruises beginning in May and ending with the traditional New England fall foliage display in October. Lake Champlain, nestled between the majestic Green Mountains of Vermont and the stunning Adirondacks of New York provides an intimate setting to discover New England in a most unique way. Launch your vacation from Burlington Vermont, the west coast of New England, a bustling international port sure to delight even the most discriminating vacationer.

Step back in time to a simper way of life on our replica 1920's era plum stem inland waterway cruiser. The Moonlight Lady features private accommodations, complete with individual washrooms and stunning lake views. As the first motorized overnight vessel on Lake Chaplain since 1952, this cruiser offers up the amenities of today and the charm of a simpler time. Each of the eight state rooms express the comfort and charm of a New England bed and breakfast.

The Moonlight Lady's cruising area stretches as far south as Crown Point, New York and north into the inland waterways of Quebec, Canada. At sixty-five feet long this stately cruiser can navigate into picturesque river passages and abundant fishing coves. Enjoy the luxury of serendipity and the endless activities that encompass this intimate vacation cruise experience.

Vacation in a whole new way...

Your days and nights on a Vermont Discovery Cruise are effortless and carefree. Comfort and relaxation come easy as the accomplished crew serve up refined, personalized hospitality. Bask in a wealth of time, and a luxurious sense of leisure. Each day is limitless, as time belongs to you, to spend as you see fit. Released from the pressure of schedules and routines, you are free to play, to rest, to mingle and breathe easy.

Delight your adventurous side as you assist the captain in cruising the open waters and secret coves of Lake Champlain. Indulge in the delectable farm-to-fork cuisine. Create an inventive meal of the finest, freshest local ingredients, under the guidance of our accomplished chef in the interactive open kitchen.

Discover the rich history of the region as you cruise over sunken battle ships and past historical treasures. The on-board historian and naturalist captivate with the tales of the great battle of Valcour Island, capture the wonder of a falling star and impress with the discovery of thousands of migrating snow geese. Observe rare birds nesting in unspoiled surroundings, sunrises over the green mountains and a tapestry of stars suspended above the clean, fresh waters.

Explore the quaint appeal of Vermont and the charm of the Adirondacks during onshore excursions. Engage yourself in a performance at a delightful country theater or take in a round of lakeside championship golf. Enjoy the treasured memories of your dream vacation on the waters of Lake Champlain. Embark upon life after a Vermont Discovery Cruise, relaxed, refreshed, recharged, and reconnected and ready to look at life in a whole new light.

Vermont Discovery Cruises

"The sound of waves lapping against the hull; a boat’s movement through and with the water; views of the natural and human touched landscape; traveling on Lake Champlain gives a different perspective than viewing it from terra firma . . .being on the water deepens our appreciation and awe of the country’s sixth great lake.

After a long hiatus, overnight passenger cruising is back. Once again, one can travel in the style of the bygone steamship era, spending leisurely days on deck watching the Green Mountains and Adirondacks drift by, savoring fine food served in a lovely dining salon, and retiring to sleep in well-appointed staterooms."

–Woodstock Magazine

Lake Champlain Map

Lake Champlain Map