East Highlights and New England Cruise

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Fully Guided Locally Guided Coach Group Cruise Scenic
River View
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 Cruise Length
16 Days
 Cruise Starts
Toronto
 Cruise Finishes
Boston
16 Day East Highlights and New England Cruise Itinerary (Travelmarvel)
Countries Explored: Canada, USA
Trip Style
Tour & Cruise
Departures
Accommodation
4 Star
Max. Group Size
50
Guide Level
Fully Guided, Locally Guided
Trip Code
URE16
Ship
Ship Class
Vista Class
Passengers
1964
Crew
811
Launched
2002
Refurbished
2017

Overview

Explore Canada’s fascinating east coast cities, with their strong French influence, and cruise the picturesque Maritime provinces, before heading for Bar Harbor and Boston in the USA.

Itinerary

You will be met on arrival at the airport and transferred to your hotel, located in the heart of the action in Downtown Toronto. Stay Two Nights: Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre

A Welcome Breakfast gives you the chance to meet your fellow guests and Travelmarvel Tour Director. Then, join a city tour that will take you to the picturesque waterfront districts of Toronto. Afterwards, travel to spectacular Niagara Falls, which is collectively made up of three impressive waterfalls. From here, you'll board a thrilling boat cruise for a journey to the base of Horseshoe Falls (raincoats provided), the largest of the three falls. You may also like to enjoy the Enhance Your Journey experience on offer. (B)

Enhance Your Journey - Heli Flightseeing Take to the skies and get a bird's-eye view of Niagara Falls on an exhilarating helicopter flight.

Today, enjoy an unforgettable cruise around the Thousand Islands of the St. Lawrence Seaway. Glide past tiny islands, fairy-tale castles, and waterside mansions. As you cruise, you'll be transported back to a time when pirates and bootleggers once roamed the area, as well as the Gilded Age, when the rich and famous made this region their personal playground. Later, continue your journey on to Ottawa. Stay Two Nights: Ottawa, Lord Elgin Hotel (B/D)

Embark on a guided sightseeing tour of Ottawa, which includes Parliament Hill and the historic Rideau Canal. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Perhaps enjoy one of our Enhance Your Journey experiences on offer. (B)

Enhance Your Journey - Guided Bike Tour Set off with a local guide on a leisurely two-hour bicycle tour through the beautiful heart of Canada's capital.

Enhance Your Journey - Canadian Museum of History Admission For an insight into the cultural, historic and artistic achievements of Canada's First Nations people, join this discovery of the First Peoples Hall, and tour the Canadian History Hall.

Enhance Your Journey - Rideau Canal Cruise Embark on a scenic cruise along the Rideau Canal, which was established in 1812. Discover the region's historic landmarks aboard a brand-new electric vessel, the largest electric passenger vessel in North America.

Enhance Your Journey - Vintage Biplane Experience Experience bird's-eye views and panoramic vistas of the city, river systems and farmlands on a biplane adventure.

Enhance Your Journey - Canadian War Museum Admission The many fascinating exhibitions here reveal Canada's involvement in war over the ages. Gain a deeper insight into the nation's military history as you explore the collection of artefacts, artworks, photos and interactive presentations on display.

After breakfast this morning, your journey continues to Montréal. En route, enjoy a memorable drive-through experience in Parc Oméga. As your vehicle winds through meadows, lakes, and forests, keep an eye out for wildlife such as moose, deer, and wolves. Upon arrival in Montréal, embark on an afternoon sightseeing tour. Discover this quintessentially French city, where old meets new, from the elegant cobblestone streets of Old Montréal to the modern waterfront. This evening, enjoy time to relax and perhaps dine at a local restaurant. Stay Two Nights: Montréal, Marriott Chateau Champlain (B)

Montréal offers an array of culinary and cultural attractions, thanks to its French influence, eclectic food scene and famous festival lineup. Today is yours to spend at leisure. You might like to either relax at your hotel or continue exploring this vibrant city. Discover more with our range of Enhance Your Journey experiences available. This evening, you'll meet with your fellow travellers to enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (B/D)

Enhance Your Journey - Walking Tour of Old Montréal Explore the cobblestone streets of Old Montréal, a historical district set by the beautiful St. Lawrence River. Enjoy the distinctly French feel and hear stories from the past.

Enhance Your Journey - Sightseeing River Cruise Hear unique anecdotes about the culture and history of this fascinating city while taking in the sights of Montréal on a guided river cruise.

Enhance Your Journey - Walking Tour of the Underground Embark on a tour of Montréal's famed Underground City, exploring the impressive network of subterranean passageways that links buildings, shopping plazas, metro stations and restaurants.

Enhance Your Journey - Mile End Neighbourhood Culinary Walk Discover a blend of cultures, art galleries, hipster scenes, vintage stores and local cafes in this vibrant community.

Farewell Montréal after breakfast this morning and travel to Québec City. On arrival, enjoy a guided discovery. The evening is free for you to spend at leisure. You may like to unwind at your hotel or perhaps dine at a local restaurant. Stay Two Nights: Québec City, Hotel Manoir Victoria (B)

Today is yours to explore as you wish. Perhaps choose one of our Enhance Your Journey experiences on offer. This evening, meet with your fellow travellers to enjoy a special Farewell Dinner and Insider Experience. (B/D)

Insider Experience - Maple Syrup Sugar Shack Delight in a hearty Québécois dinner and sample maple syrup in a traditional sugar shack. These small wooden cabins are located in the woods, where sap is collected from maple trees to produce the sweet syrup. You'll learn all about how this Canadian national treasure is made.

Enhance Your Journey - Sightseeing River Cruise Set out on a fascinating cruise on the St Lawrence River, which separates Canada from the USA. See historic towns and inlets.

Enhance Your Journey - Walking Tour of Old Québec City Explore North America's only walled city during a walking tour, and learn about its history, culture and significant landmarks.

Enhance Your Journey - Guided Tour of the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac Experience castle life at Fairmont Le Château Frontenac during a guided tour of your iconic hotel. Discover the famous characters and historical events that have shaped the identity of the hotel over the years, as well as its architectural development.

This morning after breakfast, you'll be transferred to your premium ship for your New England voyage. There's time to settle in and enjoy the array of amenities available. Stay Seven Nights: Holland America Line's Zuiderdam (B/D)

Enjoy a day at leisure cruising the St. Lawrence River. Stretching nearly 1,200 kilometres (750 miles), this scenic waterway is a lighthouse lover's paradise, with more than 40 lighthouses along the Quebec portion alone. (B/L/D)

After breakfast this morning, a relaxing day of cruising awaits as you glide past the rocky coastline of the beautiful Gulf of St Lawrence. (B/L/D)

Prince Edward Island may be Canada's smallest province, but it's rich in history. With free time to explore, you might choose to visit the island's capital, Charlottetown, to delve into the region's past. Alternatively, you may prefer to visit the Anne of Green Gables homestead, set in picturesque surroundings, and enjoy time at this iconic literary landmark (own expense). (B/L/D)

Spend the day exploring Sydney and its surroundings on Cape Breton Island, in the province of Nova Scotia. Discover the vibrant, colourful highland villages, the stunning coastal scenery of the Cabot Trail, and the historic Fortress of Louisbourg, once one of North America's busiest 18th-century seaports. (B/L/D)

For ocean scenery at its finest, Nova Scotia's south shore is hard to beat. Arrive in Halifax this morning, with free time to explore - you may choose to visit Peggy's Cove or the charming German village of Lunenburg. Later, return to Halifax, where you might like to visit the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site or a museum dedicated to the Titanic. (B/L/D)

Discover Portland's eclectic mix of neighbourhoods. Stroll along the waterfront and explore the Old Port, where restored brick buildings and warehouses, alongside the grand homes of captains, merchants, and shipbuilders, bring the city's rich history to life. The legacy of these early settlers continues to shape Portland's vibrant present, blending the past with the city's modern energy. (B/L/D)

Depart Boston after breakfast, disembark your ship in Boston, then transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Maple Syrup Sugar Shack: Delight in a hearty Québécois dinner and sample maple syrup in a traditional sugar shack. These small wooden cabins are located in the woods, where sap is collected from maple trees to produce the sweet syrup. You'll learn all about how this Canadian national treasure is made.

  • Guaranteed Ocean View Stateroom on board your seven-night Holland America Line New England cruise
  • Eight nights in premium accommodation
  • Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director, driver and Cruise Liaison
  • Prices include port charges, airport transfers and gratuities

  • 31 meals – 15 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 10 dinners
  • Enjoy a Welcome Reception and a special Farewell Dinner

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
  • Departure transfer - after your cruise please ensure your onward flight departs after 1pm
  • Nine-day land tour available; refer tour code URE09
  • Prices are for land/cruise only. Flights not included (unless specified)
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We've just returned from a delightful Travelmarvel journey through Eastern Canada including a Holland America Cruise of New England, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island finishing in beautiful Boston. The scenery was exceptional, hotels were lovely and our tour guide was knowledgeable and ensured our trip went smoothly. Hannah assisted us beautifully ...read more with our booking.

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