East Highlights and New England Cruise

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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

Day 1: Arrive Toronto

You will be met on arrival at the airport and transferred to your hotel, located in the heart of the action in Downtown Toronto.

Accommodation: Two Nights, Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre

Day 2: Toronto, Niagara Falls

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.

Enhance Your Journey – Heli Flightseeing

Take to the skies and get a bird’s-eye view of Niagara Falls on an exhilarating helicopter flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Toronto, Thousand Islands, Ottawa

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.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Two Nights, Ottawa, Lord Elgin Hotel

Day 4: Ottawa

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.

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.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 5: Ottawa, Montréal

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.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Two Nights, Montréal, Marriott Chateau Champlain

Day 6: Montréal

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.

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. 

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7: Montréal, Québec City

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.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Two Nights, Québec City, Hotel Manoir Victoria

Day 8: Québec City

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.

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. 

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9: Québec City, Embark Cruise

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.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Seven Nights, Holland America Line’s Zuiderdam

Day 10: Day at Sea

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.