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Passage through New England & Eastern Canada 2027
12 Day Tour from Boston to Boston
Tour Description:
This enlightening tour through the great cities of New England and Eastern Canada – including a 7-night cruise – is the ultimate hands-on field trip to discover North America. Explore the revolutionary city of Boston, the exhilarating White Mountains of New Hampshire, and an idyllic maple syrup farm in Montpelier Vermont before the sweet experience of cruising through Eastern Canada’s most scenic cities, straits, and sounds. Sail through the greatest chapters of the past aboard a Holland America cruise ship, including the lighthouse-lined St. Lawrence River, the French-infused cities of Montréal and Québec, the green and Gaelic Cape Breton Island, and the pleasing provincial capital cities of Charlottetown and Halifax, where walkable Victorian streets await. Cruising through centuries of history, this East Coast tour perfectly balances learning and laughter with one last recess in Portland, Maine’s seaside summer resort town.
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Dates & Pricing
Start Dates Listed Below are US departure dates, please verify specific dates with your Pavlus Travel Planner
| Tuesday 07 Sep 27 — Saturday 18 Sep 27 | Starting at $4,555 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 28 Sep 27 — Saturday 09 Oct 27 | Starting at $4,555 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingSpecial features included in this tour: • Guided sightseeing in Boston, including Boston Common and Faneuil Hall• Wildlife presentation in New Hampshire by a Local Naturalist with the [LF] Raven Interpretive Program • Tour and tasting at a traditional [LF] Vermont maple syrup farm• Guided sightseeing in Montréal, including Old Seminary of St. Sulpice and Mount Royal Guided sightseeing in Québec City with time to explore the historic Old Town 7-night Holland America Line cruise through Eastern Canada with port visits in Charlottetown, Sydney, Halifax, and Portland, including premium cruise package, including beverage package, specialty dinner, shore excursion credit, and Wi-Fi
Notes:
• Enjoy the Fall colors on the September departures (Mother Nature permitting).• At least one member of the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older.
• Enjoy the Fall colors on the September departures (Mother Nature permitting).• At least one member of the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 ARRIVE IN BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
Welcome to Boston! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink
Day 2 BOSTON–JACKSON, NEW HAMPSHIRE
Treasures of New England Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Boston, including Boston Common, the State House, and Faneuil Hall. Depart Boston for New Hampshire and the scenic White Mountains, New England’s greatest range and premier outdoor playground. Visit the Flume Gorge Visitor Center in Franconia Notch State Park, then continue to Kancamagus Highway, a scenic byway through the White Mountains. Tonight, relax at the Eagle Mountain House, a Historic Hotel of America and one of the original “grand” hotels of the White Mountains.
Savor the flavors of New Hampshire at dinner and enjoy a [LF] Raven Interpretive Wildlife Program presentation by a Local Naturalist. (B,D)
LOCAL FAVORITE
NATURAL WONDERS Hear historical and ecological insights into New Hampshire nature from a Local Naturalist at the Raven Interpretive Wildlife Program. Discover the flora and fauna of New England in a fun and fascinating evening to enjoy your vacation even more!
Breakfast Dinner
Breakfast
DinnerDay 3 JACKSON–MONTPELIER, VERMONT–MONTRÉAL, QUEBEC
Sweet Tastes & Small Towns Visit Montpelier, the capital of Vermont, for a tour of a [LF] historic maple syrup farm, where you’ll learn the art of making maple syrup and enjoy a local treat. Travel northwest to Montréal, Canada’s second largest city. Montréal has a unique mix of historical, natural, and cultural offerings. Enjoy leisure time to visit Old Port Montréal, Mile End neighborhood, the McCord Museum, or stroll lively St. Catherine Street. (B)
LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES Visit a Vermont sugarbush farm where maple syrup is produced in the tradition of their ancestors who helped settle Central Vermont and learned the art of tapping maple trees from Native Americans. The farm has been boiling the sweet sap ever since.
ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE in Montreal with a visit to the Jean-Talon Market or consider a ride on La Grande Roue de Montréal. Your Tour Director has suggestions for free time, and your GlobusGO mobile app puts all the possibilities right at your fingertips
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 4 MONTRÉA–QUEBEC CITY
Royal Mountain Views This morning, sightseeing in Montreal with a Local Guide includes the Old Seminary of St. Sulpice and a drive to St. Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, Canada’s largest church. Discover panoramic views of the city from the top of Mount Royal. Visit Old Montreal and the lively Place Jacques-Cartier before continuing to Québec City for an orientation tour and free time in one of the most historic and best-preserved cities in North America. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CITY SIGHTS Named for Mount Royal on an idyllic island on the Saint Lawrence River, Montréal is the largest city in Canada's Québec province. Explore the cultural capital of Canada where the traditional Québécois style is celebrated along its cobblestone streets and grand buildings in European flair
Breakfast Dinner
Breakfast DinnerDay 5 QUEBEC CITY (EMBARKATION)
French Canadian Treasures Free time today in the heart of Old Quebec City to stroll through historic streets and experience genuine French culture. This afternoon, transfer to Quebec City’s port and wave goodbye to your Tour Director and Driver as you embark on your ship for a 7-night cruise. (B,L,D)
ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE in Canada’s only walled city, which, until the British victory of 1759, was the center of New France and today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll within the walls and see the Place d’Armes and ancient Place Royale. Continue to Lower Town for Old World houses crowding the narrow streets and the historic Plains of Abraham
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 6 ST. LAWRENCE RIVER
River Views and Villages Explore the ship and enjoy onboard activities while watching charming fishing villages and lighthouses illuminate the passing shores. (B,L,D)
ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE at the World Stage, home to captivating lectures during the day and entertaining performances at night. Celebrate the regionally inspired cuisine at a variety of restaurants onboard and explore an array of activities during your time at sea
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BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 7 GULF OF ST. LAWRENCE
Atlantic Adventures Spend the day at leisure to take advantage of the special amenities on board your ship. (B,L,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CRUISE VIEWS Saguenay Fjord is a 200-mile-long natural canal that brings saltwater from the Atlantic Ocean inland and creates a beautiful environment for waterfront living for the communities of the St. Lawrence Seaway
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 8 CHARLOTTETOWN, PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND
Royal Beauty Spend the day in Charlottetown on Prince Edward Island. (B,L,D)
ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE on Prince Edward Island town of Charlottetown, the provincial capital named after Queen Charlotte, consort of King George III. The city is famous for hosting the 1864 conference that three years later led to the creation of the independent Dominion of Canada. Perhaps take a trip to Cavendish and visit the famous Anne of Green Gables homestead
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BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 9 SYDNEY, NOVA SCOTIA
Cape Breton Calling Free time to explore Cape Breton Island. (B,L,D)
ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE So green and Gaelic is Cape Breton Island that Scotsman and inventor of the telephone, Alexander Graham Bell, spent the last 37 years of his life here. Cape Breton was principally settled by Highland Scots who had come out on the wrong side of rebellion against the Crown. You can still see this heritage in the accents in some villages—and in the great popularity of Scottish-style folk music
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BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 10 HALIFAX
Lighthouses & Legendary Resting Places Free time to explore Halifax. (B,L,D)
ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE in Halifax, where lighthouses stand sentinel on cliff side ledges and tiny villages are huddled together in rocky inlets. Take time to explore Citadel Hill, an early 19th-century star-shaped fort, walk the tree-shaded paths of the public gardens, and visit Fairview Cemetery, the final resting place for more than 100 people who perished on the Titanic
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BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 11 PORTLAND, MAINE
Magnificent Maine Arrive in Portland and Casco Bay and enjoy a trolley tour of the city or stroll around the charming waterfront with its many shops, galleries, and boutiques. Taste local specialties created with fresh Maine ingredients, like fresh blueberry pie, sugary potato donuts, or a white chocolate blueberry scone. Maine produces more than 90% of the blueberries sold in the United States and almost 90% of the nation’s lobster supply, keeping the working waterfront busy in this quaint seaside town. (B,L,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
COASTAL CHARMS Explore independently owned shops and restaurants in the Portland waterfront area or wander the tree-lined streets in the West End neighborhood filled with Victorian-era homes built by wealthy shipping merchants. Consider a visit to the nearby Portland Head Lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse in Maine or see the vibrant downtown where award-winning restaurants and modern commerce have replaced saloons and dance halls that once served the port town
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 12 BOSTON (DISEMBARKATION)
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Schedule flights departing from Boston Logan International Airport after noon. Want to explore more in Boston? Additional nights are available for purchase. (B)
Accommodations
Accommodations| Boston | Jackson | Montreal | Quebec City |
Sheraton Boston Hotel
First-Class
39 Dalton St Boston MA United States
Sheraton Boston is a 1220 room hotel located just four miles from the Boston Logan Airport in Back Bay Boston. Rooms have fantastic views of the Charles River or Historic Back Bay. Enjoy indoor access to shopping and restaurants at the Prudential Center or Copley Place, both connected to the Sheraton Boston. The hotel has an Indoor/Outdoor saline heated swimming pool. Enjoy local New England fare at the Side Bar & Grille or a coffee at the Starbucks in the lobby.
First-Class
39 Dalton St Boston MA United States
Sheraton Boston is a 1220 room hotel located just four miles from the Boston Logan Airport in Back Bay Boston. Rooms have fantastic views of the Charles River or Historic Back Bay. Enjoy indoor access to shopping and restaurants at the Prudential Center or Copley Place, both connected to the Sheraton Boston. The hotel has an Indoor/Outdoor saline heated swimming pool. Enjoy local New England fare at the Side Bar & Grille or a coffee at the Starbucks in the lobby.
