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Best of Eastern Canada with Canadian Maritimes Cruise

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 Trip Length
16 Days
 Trip Starts
Toronto
 Trip Finishes
Boston
16 Day Best of Eastern Canada with Canadian Maritimes Cruise Itinerary (Trafalgar)
Countries Explored: Canada, USA
Trip Style
Country Explorer
Accommodation
4 Star
Max. Group Size
48
Guide Level
Fully Guided, Locally Guided
Trip Code
DBECI
Ship
Ship Class
R Class
Passengers
1432
Crew
604
Launched
2000
Refurbished
2017

Overview

Read 5 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Trafalgar's 16 Day Best of Eastern Canada with Canadian Maritimes Cruise. Explore Canada's cosmopolitan cities, French and British heritage and majestic natural landscapes, from the cascading waters of Niagara Falls to the pretty meadows, rolling hills and farms of the Eastern Townships in Quebéc. Then on your cruise visit charming seaside towns with tidy whitewashed buildings where patriots once envisioned a nation of liberty for all.

Itinerary

Canada's multi-cultural metropolis of Toronto launches your journey across Eastern Canada. Relax after your journey, then meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception this evening. (WR) Stay: Sheraton Centre Toronto

On the way to Niagara Falls we stop and you get the chance to learn the art of playing the puck like a pro when you meet a real Canadian hockey player. Dive into Culture and embrace Canada's national sport, learning the secrets and superstitions of hockey players as a professional coach walks you through a day in the life of a player. Go inside the players' dressing room and put on the full hockey gear with help of a real coach. Grab your stick and it's off onto the ice where you'll soon find out whether you are a lefty or righty, and learn how to score the big goal. Witness Mother Nature's power first-hand when you journey to Niagara Falls and embark on an exhilarating boat ride to the base of Horseshoe Falls. You'll have some time on your own to explore Ontario's most enchanting village, Niagara-on-the-Lake. (B)

Our day begins with an orientation tour past Toronto's sprawling Queens Park, stately University Avenue and the Provincial Parliament Buildings. We continue to Kingston, a 17th-century former French trading post and gateway to a Thousand Islands.

This evening, we set sail on our dinner cruise against the backdrop of pretty riverside cottages and uninhabited islands. (B/RD) Stay: Delta Kingston Waterfront

Arriving in Ottawa, we embark on an introductory tour of Canada's capital. You'll have a full afternoon to explore the city on your terms. Consider a visit to one of the city's museums or join an Optional Evening at the Oh'Canada Eh? Dinner Show. (B) Stay: Sheraton Ottawa

A quick hop over the Ottawa River brings us in the French-speaking Province of Quebec for a private, exclusive experience on the grounds of the Canadian Museum History. Canada's Museum of History is the country's foremost and most visited museum. We will start with a Continental Breakfast followed by a lively and colorful interactive performance of traditional Pow Wow dancing. Join your Indigenous Cultural Ambassadors for a guided visit, including the onsite Indigenous village and outlining the diversity of Indigenous cultures across Canada. You will also enjoy an interactive beading workshop using authentic materials. We will then learn about the Manitobah Mukluks Storyboot Project, which aims to revive the traditional arts by creating partnerships with elders and artisans.

After we will enjoy lunch at our typical sugar shack at a local "Cabane a Sucre". Then continue to Quebec City to begin your love affair with the city's French Canadian joie de vivre and your hotel in Old Quebec. (B/L) Stay: Hotel Clarendon

Embark on a captivating walk through the narrow streets of Old Quebec City, joining your Local Specialist for an in-depth discovery of this UNESCO-listed place exuding all the charm on a European city. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring La Vieille Capitale on your terms. (B)

Leave the city behind, bound for Quebec's picturesque Eastern Townships. Your journey will take you past pretty villages and rolling farmlands before arriving at Domaine Ives Hill for an exclusive 'Be My Guest' lunch. 'Connect With Locals' and learn how black currants are farmed, picked and processed into a variety of beverages. You'll have an opportunity to make your own black current tea and enjoy a tasting session, followed by a hearty lunch of locally sourced ingredients.

Later, we'll make our way to Montreal and admire panoramic city views from its namesake, Mount Royal. (B/BMG) Stay: Le Centre Sheraton

Join your Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour revealing the historic sites in the colourful Old Port area, the splendour of one of Montreal's crown jewels - Notre Dame Basilica and modern Downtown Montreal. Gain a deeper appreciation for the city's French Canadian roots as you spend the afternoon exploring the city on your terms before joining your fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner in Old Montreal. (B/FD)

Bid farewell to the famous sights of Montreal before you start boarding the Holland America MS Zaandam to set sail on an unforgettable cruise discovering natural beauty and maritime treasures. (B/D)

Choose to take the funicular or the "neck-breaking steps" down to the Lower Town where you'll see Notre Dame des Victoires, the Petit Champlain district, the port, and Musée de la Civilisation. (B/L/D)

The Gulf of Saint Lawrence fringes the shores of half the provinces of Canada. The Gulf is defined by stunning coast line and beautiful islands, including Prince Edward Island and the Magdalen Islands. (B/L/D)

Call in at Charlottetown, the capital of Canada's Prince Edward Island. (B/L/D)

Cruise on past the Highlands of Nova Scotia to the port of Sydney. Lighthouses stand sentinel on cliffside ledges; tiny villages huddle in rocky inlets and lobsters make it from the ocean to your plate in record time. (B/L/D)

In Halifax, the ramparts of the Citadel defend the city and await your inspection. (B/L/D)

Continuing south, Bar Harbor is the quintessential New England coastal town. (B/L/D)

Disembark the ship in Boston today. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Cruise the 1000 Islands dinner cruise and Niagara Falls
  • Orientation of Toronto, Kingston, Ottawa
  • Visit Niagara Falls, Quebec City, Eastern Townships, Montreal

  • Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Daily breakfast and an average of 50% of evening meals
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Cherry-picked hotels all tried and trusted
  • Handcrafted Highlights
  • Optional Experiences (Additional Cost) and free time
  • All porterage and local charges included
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • An expert Travel Director and separate Driver
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Airport transfers on the first and last day of your guided holiday
  • VIP entry to many sights

  • 15 breakfasts
  • 8 lunches (Including Be My Guest)
  • 10 dinners

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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We loved this tour 0 , NSW, Australia, Jul 2017
We loved this tour and the Maritime cruise at the end was relaxing. It was interesting exploring the French area of Canada and the towns and restaurants were excellent.
Cruise on Holland America was excellent 0 , NSW, Australia, Sep 2016
Tour guide Isabelle wanted to keep a full pace on the tour which meant she didn't wait for everyone to get off the coach before heading off ( had to look way ahead to see where she had gone). There were a number of older/ slower people on this tour that she should have considered. Hotel in Quebec was below standard and not in a convenient location. ...read more The cruise on Holland America was excellent - great staff, food etc and the ports visited were stunning with the fall colours.
Everything taking care of - worry free tour 0 , TAS, Australia, Jun 2016
Highly recommend Trafalgar Tours. Everything planned, just needed to get on the coach everyday for a new adventure worry free. Tour Director Kirsten and Coach Driver Ron are an excellent team together. Nothing was to much trouble for them to make it happen e.g optional extras and all the little hidden treasures on the tour. Everyone became one big ...read more family as our tour went on. It was hard to leave our new family behind at the end of tour. Accommodation was of a very high standard right through out. Very clean and comfy beds and close to everything in the area. It was the perfect time of the year to take this tour. Will book my next holiday again through Global Journeys, Yvonne was very helpful throughout out our booking, and will definitely travel with Trafalgar again back to Canada - cant wait for my next trip.
Overall experience was exceptional 0 , Australia, Sep 2014
We had a very good time, the accommodation, dinning and overall experience was exceptional.
Quite an enjoyable tour 0 , Australia, Sep 2013
It was quite an enjoyable tour. I highly recommend it - even for those with low fitness levels would be able to thoroughly enjoy it.
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Cabins

Inside Stateroom (Included)

Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. Approximately 143–225 sq. ft.

Oceanview Stateroom (Upgrade)

These expansive staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. Approximately 175–282 sq. ft.

Verandah Stateroom (Upgrade)

Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed - Holland America's signature Mariner's Dream™ bed - with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and shower with premium massage showerheads. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. Approximately 213-379 sq. ft. including verandah.

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