Boston Harbor and South Shore Sunset Cruises
2 hours · $1,395 · Fan Pier or Hull
Board at Fan Pier Marina in Boston's Seaport District or Safe Harbor Marina, Hull for a two-hour golden-hour cruise.
Boston · South Shore · Atlantic
Private yacht experiences on Boston's South Shore.
Classic Downeast-Style Flybridge Yacht
Step aboard Into the Mystic, a classic Alden 49 power yacht, for a completely private cruise through Boston Harbor or along the South Shore. Depart from Fan Pier in Boston or Safe Harbor Sunset Bay in Hull. USCG Master Captain, crew, fuel, ice, soft drinks, and use of the yacht are included.
Charters from $1,395.00
Book Your CharterPrivate Luxury
Yacht Charters
Boston Harbor
& South Shore
USCG Master
100 GRT Near Coastal
Classic Alden 49
Up to 6 guests
Now Boarding from Boston's Seaport District & Safe Harbor Sunset Bay in Hull
Luxury Private Yacht Charters
Experience Boston Harbor from the water with the convenience of boarding at Fan Pier Marina in the heart of the Seaport District. Whether you're visiting Boston, entertaining clients, or celebrating a special occasion, we'll meet you just steps from the city's finest hotels, restaurants, and waterfront attractions.
Fan Pier Marina
Boston Seaport
Safe Harbor Sunset Bay
Hull
Our Story
A lifetime on the water, shared with you.
USCG Master Captain Marianne Derbyshire and her husband, Tom Koncius, carry a deep reverence for the Atlantic. After being married aboard their 50 ft Cruising Catamaran in the British Virgin Islands, they returned to the South Shore to share their passion for the classic yachting lifestyle.
Their vessel, Into the Mystic, is a masterfully maintained Alden 49 that embodies New England's maritime heritage. Every journey is personalized — the boutique care of a family-run operation.
The Vessel
Into the Mystic
A classic Alden 49 Flybridge. She offers the comfort, elegance, and timeless New England style that modern yachts have forgotten.
- 49 ft Alden Flybridge
- Salon, cockpit & flybridge seating
- Up to 6 guests
Meet Your Crew
Captain Marianne Derbyshire Alvarez & Tom Koncius
Captain Marianne Derbyshire Alvarez, USCG Master, 100 GRT Near Coastal, and her husband, Tom Koncius, carry a deep reverence for the Atlantic. After being married aboard their 50 ft cruising catamaran in the British Virgin Islands, they returned to the South Shore to share their passion for the classic yachting lifestyle. Together, Marianne and Tom bring decades of boating experience, a passion for hospitality, and a love of coastal New England to every charter.
Captain Marianne Derbyshire Alvarez
USCG Master, 100 GRT Near Coastal, and founder of Minot Light Charters. A lifetime of cruising New England waters, the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Atlantic Canada, Portugal, and French Polynesia shapes every charter she leads.
Licenses
USCG Master, 100 GRT Near Coastal
Certifications
First Aid/CPR/AED, STCW Basic Safety
Experience
New England, BVI, Bahamas, Portugal, Tahiti, Bora Bora
Leadership
30+ years in executive safety & operations
Tom Koncius
Host · Local Waterman · Maritime Enthusiast
For more than 40 years, Tom has spent his life on New England waters. His knowledge of the South Shore, Boston Harbor, and the local maritime community adds another dimension to every charter. Beyond welcoming guests aboard, Tom helps create the relaxed, personalized atmosphere that defines Minot Light Charters — sharing local history, pointing out landmarks, helping guests settle in, and making everyone feel at home.
Experience
40+ years on New England waters
Local Knowledge
South Shore, Boston Harbor, maritime community
Role
Guest hospitality & onboard atmosphere
Passion
Classic yachting & coastal New England heritage
Professional seamanship. Genuine hospitality. Timeless New England yachting.
Ways to Cruise
Three private charters. One unforgettable yacht.
Minot Light Signature Cruise
3 hours · $1,495 · Hull
Circle the iconic Minot Ledge Light and hear the story behind its romantic 1-4-3 flash.
Private Half-Day Yacht Experience
4½ hours · $2,995 · custom itinerary
The most popular way to experience Into the Mystic — tailored entirely to your group.
Looking for Boston Light, Scituate Light, a corporate outing, or something custom?
Ask Captain MarianneAll trips are weather dependent and we take the safety and comfort of our guests very seriously.
The Destination
Minot Light
A mile offshore, alone in the Atlantic, stands the tower that has been the terror of mariners — and the spark of more romances — than any lighthouse in Massachusetts. It is the heart of our signature charter.
143 — I love you, lighthouse.
Along the Way
Scituate Light
New England's oldest complete original lighthouse, guiding mariners since 1811. Its storied past — including the legendary "Army of Two" during the War of 1812 — makes it a captivating stop on every South Shore cruise.
Completed in 1811 at a cost of $4,000, Scituate Light was the 11th lighthouse built in the United States. In September 1814, sisters Rebecca and Abigail Bates — the "Army of Two" — famously played fife and drum so loudly that British soldiers mistook the sound for the Scituate town militia and retreated.
The light was twice removed from service when Minot's Ledge Light was built, then returned after storms. It fell into disrepair for decades until the town purchased it in 1917. Restored by the Scituate Historical Society and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it was relit in 1991 and is visible from sea as a private aid to navigation.
A living monument to maritime courage.
Boston Light
Boston Light
Boston Light was first illuminated in 1716 on Little Brewster Island to mark the principal entrance to Boston Harbor. It was the first lighthouse established in what is now the United States.
During the Revolutionary War, colonial forces damaged and burned the lighthouse in 1775. British forces later destroyed the original tower with explosives in June 1776 as they withdrew from Boston Harbor. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts rebuilt it in 1783, and the historic light station continues to guide mariners today.
Sources: National Park Service · Boston Harbor Islands; U.S. Coast Guard · Boston Light history.
The nation's first light — still burning bright.
Book This CruisePre-Departure Safety
Safety First, Always
- Into the Mystic carries USCG-required safety gear for every guest and voyage: properly sized life jackets, throwable flotation devices, visual distress signals, a first-aid kit, fire extinguishers, and a VHF radio. The vessel is operated by a USCG Master Captain and is maintained to Coast Guard standards.
Guest Voices
Days remembered for a lifetime.
Cruised with us? We would love to hear about your day on the water — your words help other guests find Into the Mystic.
Reserve Your Charter
Your yacht is waiting.
Limited charters available each season. Inquire about your date and begin your journey from Boston's Seaport District or Safe Harbor Sunset Bay Marina in Hull, MA.
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