See the truly special landscape of the Mid-Atlantic Region and gain an appreciation for the working life of Maryland’s Eastern Shore farmers, watermen and merchants.
Day 1
Chesapeake City
Located along the historic Chesapeake and Delaware Canal connecting the Chesapeake Bay with the Delaware River. Visit the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal Museum which recounts the history of the building of the 14-mile canal, one of only two commercially vital sea-level canals in the US.
Betterton Beach
Betterton emerged in the 1700’s as a small fishing village. Today this five acre landscaped, family oriented waterfront park has an exceptional sandy beach with 300 feet of frontage for swimming and 700 feet of shoreline access.
Rock Hall
Rock Hall is known as the “Pearl of the Chesapeake”. Charter a boat, eat fresh seafood, sit on a Chesapeake Bay beach or visit the Watermen’s Museum at Haven Harbour Marina.
Chestertown
Located along the banks of the Chester River, Chestertown provides a link to the maritime heritage of the Chesapeake Bay. It home to the Schooner Sultana and a thriving colonial historic district. The historic buildings are the backdrop for visitors who enjoy ambling along red-brick sidewalks, peeking over garden walls and exploring antique shops, galleries, specialty stores and sidewalk cafes.
Chesapeake Exploration Center
“Our Chesapeake Legacy”, an interactive, hands-on exhibit provides an overview of the region’s heritage, resources, and culture while exploring the relationship of man and the bay.
Day 2
Easton
One of the best small towns in America. Visit the Academy Art Museum, historic Quaker meeting house and stroll the streets lined with elegant Victorian homes, boutiques and tempting restaurants.
St. Michaels
Explore the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, featuring a working boatyard, hands on activities for kids and a restored 1879 lighthouse. Dine on crab cakes overlooking the harbor and then relax at the Linden Spa at the Inn at Perry Cabin.
Cambridge
This historic waterfront community offers skipjack sailing cruises and boat tours and is a good home base to explore the nearby Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, home to the largest nesting population of bald eagles on the US East Coast.