North Foreland

2026 England

Apr 25, 2026 to May 06, 2026

UPDATE 12/31/2025 - Duration has changed and price.  Please review.

Join the United States Lighthouse Society for an unforgettable 13-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

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04/25/26
Egg Rock

2026 Downeast Maine

Jun 06, 2026 to Jun 13, 2026

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 may be surprises along the way, such as whales or seals. 

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

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06/06/26
Point Atkinson

2026 Alaska Tour Cruise

Jun 12, 2026 to Jun 20, 2026

What a wonderful way to see the lighthouses of British Columbia and Alaska.  The cruise ship will take care of our comfort needs while we look through our cameras at the 20 plus lighthouses we will see.  As the tour is more developed there will be a guide showing you what lighthouses will be seen at approximate times and from what side of the boat.  Since the boat is returning in almost the same route it is departing you will have more than one chance to get a view of these lighthouses.  There will be 2 excursions while in port as part of this tour price.

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06/12/26
Au Sable Lighthouse

2026 Upper Michigan

Jul 10, 2026 to Jul 19, 2026

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.

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07/10/26

2026 Norway

Aug 02, 2026 to Aug 14, 2026

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.

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08/02/26

Upcoming Tours Preview

If You Are Interested in any of these tours, please send us an email at marjie@uslhs.org

2026 Tour Preview - Domestic Tours​  

  • Downeast Maine - June 6 to 13 - Tour Leaders Tina and Rick Hans, historian Jeremy D'Entremont
  • Alaska Cruise - June 12 to 20 - Tour Leaders Marjie Rowland and Kelly Bowers
  • Upper Michigan - July 10 to 19 - Tour Leaders Kelly Bowers and Mike Rosenberger

 

2027 Tour Preview - Domestic Tours

  • Outer Banks - June
  • Lake Ontario - July
  • St. Lawrence River Cruise - Oct 2 to 11

 

2028 Tour Preview - Domestic Tours

  • Florida Keys
  • Hawaii
  • Gulf of Mexico

2026 Tour Preview - International Tours

  • England - April  24 to May 9 - Tour Leaders - Marjie Rowland
  • Norway - Aug 2 to 14 - Tour Leaders Kelly Bowers and Mike Rosenberger
  • Cancelled - Brazil/Uruguay/Argentina - October 14 to Nov 10 - Tour broke up into 3 parts, Part 1 Brazil/Uruguay - Oct 14 to Oct 28, Part 2 Argentina - Oct 29 to Nov 5, Part 3 End of the World Nov 6 to Nov 10 - Cassandra Rowland 

 

2027 Tour Preview - International Tours

  • New Zealand - March
  • British Columbia - May
  • Scotland - August

 

2028 Tour Preview - International Tours

  • Netherlands
  • Southern Spain
  • Yucatan Peninsula Northwest

Slideshows of Past Tours

This is just a small sample of photos. Go here to see all photos from past tours.

Group at Split Rock Lighthouse
Group at Split Rock Lighthouse
Angus Island Light
Angus Island Light
Spilt Rock Lighthouse
Spilt Rock Lighthouse
Split Rock Lighthouse
Split Rock Lighthouse
Pie Island Lighthouse
Pie Island Lighthouse
Display at Minnesota
Display at Minnesota
Fresnel Lens
Fresnel Lens
Fresnel Lens
Fresnel Lens
Duluth Harbor North Breakwater Light
Duluth Harbor North Breakwater Light
Duluth Harbor South Breakwater Inner Light
Duluth Harbor South Breakwater Inner Light