Best of Eastern Canada with Canadian Maritimes Cruise Ocean View Stateroom

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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 ...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Explore Quebéc City and Montréal with a Local Specialist
    • Discover of Toronto, Kingston, Ottawa
    • Visit Niagara Falls and Eastern Townships
    • Cruise the 1000 Islands dinner cruise and Niagara Falls
    • Dive Into Culture
    • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
    • Connect With Locals

What's this trip about?

    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.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityToronto (ON)
End CityBoston (MA)

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

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Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome To Toronto

Canada’s multi-cultural metropolis of Toronto launches your journey across Eastern Canada. Relax after your journey, then meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception this evening.

Day 2: Hockey And Niagara Falls

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...

Day 3: Travel Back In Time In Kingston

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.

Day 4: Onwards To Ottawa

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 experience, the Oh Canada, Eh? dinner show.

Day 5: Uncover The Traditions Of Quebec City

A quick hop over the Ottawa River brings us in the French-speaking Province of Québec for a private, exclusive experience on the grounds of the Canadian Museum of History. Canada's Museum of History is the country's foremost and most visited museum. We will start with...

Day 6: Stroll Through Québec City

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

Day 7: Enjoy The Charming Eastern Townships

Leave the city behind, bound for Québec'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...

Day 8: Discover Vibrant Montréal

Join your Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour revealing the historic sites in the colorful Old Port area, the splendor of one of Montréal's crown jewels – Notre Dame Basilica and modern Downtown Montréal. Gain a deeper appreciation for the city’s French Canadian r...

Day 9: Embark On Your Cruise

See the famous sights of Montreal before boarding the Holland America ms Zaandamto and setting sail.

Day 10: Explore Québec City

Spend a free day in Québec City.

Day 11: Traverse The Gulf of Saint Lawrence

Travel along the Gulf of Saint Lawrence which fringes the shores of half of the Canadian provinces.

Day 12: Carry On To Charlottetown

Carry on to Charlottetown, the capital of Canada's Prince Edward Island.

Day 13: Admire The Lighthouses Of Sydney, Nova Scotia

Cruise to the port of Sydney where lighthouses stand sentinel on cliffside ledges.

Day 14: Hello Halifax, Nova Scotia

In Halifax, the ramparts of the Citadel await.

Day 15: Southbound To Bar Harbor, Maine

Continuing south, Bar Harbor is the quintessential New England coastal town.

Day 16: Disembark Boston

Disembark the ship in Boston today. Airport arrival will be approximately 10:30 a.m., please be aware when booking your flights.

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Price From $5,047
Price per day$315
Last Updated: 6/20/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Accommodation

  • Le Centre Sheraton
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Meals Included
  • 1 Be My Guest
  • 1 Farewell Dinner
  • 1 Regional Dinner
  • 1 Welcome Reception
  • 15 Breakfasts
  • 7 Dinners
  • 7 Lunches
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • All transport and transfers shown
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Optional Experiences and free time
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