Seabourn - 13 Day New England and Canadian Maritimes
Seabourn - 13 Day New England and Canadian Maritimes
Highlights
- Spend ten nights onboard the magnificent Seabourn Sojourn
- Pre & Post accommodation in a luxurious hotel in Boston & Montreal
- See the beautiful changing colours of Autumn in New England & Canada
- Visit Boston, Bar Harbor, Halifax Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Gaspe, Baie Comeau, Saguenay, Quebec & Montreal
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Day One - Boston
On arrival Boston, a private transfer awaits to transfer you to your luxury accommodation. Tonight enjoy a dinner at the hotel.Accommodation: Mandarin Oriental or similar
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Day Two - Boston
Abundant with history, Boston is a pure delight for any visitor. Independent explorers can trace the past 200 years of American history by walking the “Freedom Trail.” Winding its way past old brick buildings, glazed high-rises, green parks and the famous Charles River, the path enables followers to discover some of Boston’s historic events. Transfer to the harbour to board the Seabourn Sojourn for a 10 day voyage throughout New England and the Canadian Maritimes.Accommodation: Seabourn Sojourn
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Day Three - Bar Harbor
When French explorer Samuel de Champlain first dropped anchor at Bar Harbor in 1604he was so impressed by the outline of its towering peaks that he named it “the island of wilderness mountains” - Isle des Monts Deserts. Locals call it the place where the mountain meets the sea. Pink granite mountains give way to pristine freshwater lakes on one side and the mighty Atlantic on the other.Accommodation: Seabourn Sojourn
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Day Four - Halifax Nova Scotia
With its exceptionally delightful harbour side setting, early Europeans were first attracted to Halifax in 1749 with the establishment here of a military outpost by Colonel Cornwallis. The port’s natural advantages of a well-protected harbour and close proximity to major fishing grounds resulted in its growth into a major military base and sea port. The peninsula has had several major immigrations during its history including English, French, German, Irish and Scottish. The heart of Halifax offers wonderful restaurants, shopping, galleries, museums, and sites of historic interest.Accommodation: Seabourn Sojourn
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Day Five - At Sea
The cruise continues through the Atlantic Ocean. Today relax on board and enjoy the excellent facilities on Seabourn Sojourn. While at sea, enjoy wine tastings, designer boutiques or the spa.Accommodation: Seabourn Sojourn
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Day Six - Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
A city dedicated to nostalgia, Charlottetown is full of period buildings recalling a past that strongly informs the present. The City Hall is a National Historic Site of Canada and the city proudly proclaims its history as the birthplace of Confederation. Wander the well maintained waterfront and the atmospheric downtown streets, or cross the island’s pastoral fields to Summerside or the red rock North Cape.Accommodation: Seabourn Sojourn
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Day Seven - Gaspé
At the tip of Québec’s southern peninsula, in the heart of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, Gaspé is like a remnant of Brittany marooned on the North American continent. Charming fishing villages, lighthouses and marine vistas abound. Nearby Percé Rock is a huge stone arch stuck into the sea and offshore, Bonaventure Island hosts the largest nesting colony of gannets in the world.Accommodation: Seabourn Sojourn
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Day Eight - Baie Comeau
Located on the north shore of the St. Lawrence River northeast of Québec, this town was born of the forest and river resources and still thrives on them. Timber, paper production and hydroelectric power from two huge dams and aluminium smeltings are the mainstays. Explore the boreal forest, its wildlife and the geology of the Laurentian Shield in displays and in person.Accommodation: Seabourn Sojourn
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Day Nine - Saguenay
Renowned as one of the most beautiful regions in Québec, Saguenay includes fourteen municipalities which spread from Larouche to Tadoussac, through Ville de Saguenay and the whole Fjord-du Saguenay’s territory. At the head of this spectacular waterway, the newly-created Port Saguenay provides easy access to the natural splendours of the Laurentian forests, a favourite year-round playground of the Quebecois. Reboard the ship for a spectacular cruise throughout this pristine environment. The great fjord of Saguenay cuts deep into the slopes of the Laurentian Shield, cited as the oldest rocks on earth. On either side, domes of rock are furred with forests of conifer and hardwoods whose fallen foliage gives the fjord its tea-coloured hue.Accommodation: Seabourn Sojourn
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Day ten - Québec
Founded in 1608 as a fur-trading base by Samuel de Champlain, Québec has a long and exciting history. In 1759, the English defeated the French on the Plains of Abraham and helped determine the outcome of the French and Indian Wars, which under the Treaty of 1763, established British supremacy in Canada. The joie de vivre and panache, however are totally French, as are the cuisine, language and heritage. The lower town of Québec is a charming city to explore its tiny cobblestoned laneways and local artistry.Accommodation: Seabourn Sojourn
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Day Eleven - Québec
Québec is still North America’s only walled city north of Mexico. Handsome old structures throughout the city are fine examples of classical French architecture. The towers and spire of the imposing Château Frontenac Hotel, built by the Canadian and Pacific Railway in 1892, lend the city an aura of the Belle Epoque. Most hotels are on a hill that rises steeply from the river in what today is called Upper Town.Accommodation: Seabourn Sojourn
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Day twelve - Montreal
Arriving into Montreal this morning disembark and transfer to your luxury hotel in the heart of the city. Montreal, claims to be the largest French-speaking city outside of Paris. It was here in 1535 that Jacques Cartier, the first European to explore the St. Lawrence River, founded a small settlement on the island. This settlement failed, so the official founding date of the city is May 1642. Today Montreal is famous for its major conventions, film festivals and cultural events. Tonight enjoy dinner at the hotel.Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Montreal or similar
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Day Thirteen - Montreal
After breakfast private transfers have been arranged to transfer you to the International airport for your onward journey.Dates & Prices
| Tour Code | Days | Departs | Returns | Price $AUD | |
| SBNE200 | 13 | 9th October 2012 | 20th October 2012 | $10,295 |
Please note international airfares are not included in the journey price. Please contact your travel agent or Bill Peach Journeys for details.
*A Journey Host will accompany the group based on a mimimum of 10 guests, should the group size fall below 10 then local hosts will be used.
**Price is based on a category A cabin ocean view suites, upgrades are available, contact Bill Peach Journeys for details
Inclusions:
- Pre and post accommodation in luxurious hotels in Boston and Montreal
- Ten nights onboard Seabourn sojourn in a category A cabin including all meals at your choice of restaurants, alcohol on board, full use of the ships facilities(excluding spa)
- Shore excursions at most ports of call, highlighting the special attributes of each region
- Escorted throughout by an experienced Journey Host* and local English speaking guides who will share the history and culture of their port
- All porterage, entrance fees, port charges and transfers are included
Price $10,295 per person.
Single supplement: $3,995Days: 13
Max Group Size: 20
Activity Level: Easy
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