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Join the United States Lighthouse Society for an unforgettable 12-day journey through England’s dramatic coastlines and storied maritime history. From the white cliffs of Dover to the rugged granite shores of Cornwall, this exclusive tour explores some of Britain’s most historic and scenic lighthouses. Along the way, enjoy charming coastal villages, centuries-old landmarks, and a taste of England’s maritime spirit.

Tour Leaders: Marjie Rowland and Hilari Seery

The northern part of Maine - known as "way down east" -  has some spectacular lighthouses along its rocky coast, and on this tour you will see 25 of them. You will also visit Acadia National Park and Roosevelt Campobello International Park. We'll start in Bangor, Maine, and travel all the way to West Quoddy Head at the easternmost point in the U.S., and over to Head Harbor Lighthouse in Canada.  There's likely to be wildlife along the way, including puffins, eagles, and seals.

Tour Leaders: Tina and Rick Hans, Historian Jeremy D'Entremont

The Upper Michigan peninsula - also known colloquially as the U.P. or Yoop - is the northern and more elevated of the two major landmasses that make up the U.S. state of Michigan; it is separated from the Lower Peninsulas by the Straits of Mackinac. While there you may be called a "Fudgey" - what the locals call tourists, originated from the regions famous fudge shops there. Join us on the lighthouse search in this unique area to see more than 30 lighthouses from land and sea. Don't miss the opportunity to see these lighthouse.

Join us on a lighthouse tour of Norway. Norway's main nickname is "The Land of the Midnight Sun", due to the natural phenomenon where the sun stays above the horizon for 24 hours in the northern parts of the country during summer. The landscape is very unique and the the lighthouses are one of a kind. The cuisine of Norway is diverse - from pungent seafood to crumbly cheeses and unusual meat dishes. This is the food you never knew you wanted to try. Don't miss out on the opportunity to say "God Morgen" (Good Morning) and view 30 plus lighthouses in 14 days.