Tour Ultimate New England (2024) | Visit Canada, United States of America

Transport

Cruise ship

Guide

Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director, Driver and Cruise Liaison

Meals

43 meals - 23 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 14 dinners Delight in a musical performance dinner at Oh Canada Eh? Learn about maple syrup and enjoy a meal at a sugar shack Begin your day with breakfast at a New York diner

Others

Sample a delicious clambake on the beach at Cape Cod

Accommodation

Guaranteed Ocean-view Stateroom on board your seven-night Holland America Line  New England cruise 16 nights in Eastern Canada  and the USA  staying in premium accommodation Two Nights, Toronto, Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre Two Nights, Ottawa, Lord Elgin Hotel Two Nights, Quebec City, Manoir Victoria Two Nights, Montreal, Marriott Chateau Champlain Seven Nights, Holland America Line’s Volendam or Zuiderdam Courtyard Boston Downtown Cape Cod, Sea Crest Beach Hotel Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District Lancaster, DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Two Nights, Washington Plaza Hotel Two Nights, New York Marriott Marquis

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Toronto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Toronto

Your journey begins today as you arrive in Toronto. You’ll be met on arrival at the airport and transferred to your hotel, located in the heart of the action in downtown Toronto.
Day 2 Day 2: Niagara Falls
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Niagara Falls

A Welcome Breakfast gives 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 see the spectacular sight of 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). This is the largest of the three falls. You might also like to take an exciting helicopter flight for aerial views over Niagara Falls (own expense).
Day 3 Day 3: 1000 Islands, Ottawa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: 1000 Islands, Ottawa

Continue on your journey to Ottawa today. Along the way, enjoy a cruise around the 1000 Islands of the St Lawrence Seaway. Cruise past tiny islands, castles reminiscent of fairytales and island mansions. You’ll be taken back to a time when pirates and bootleggers roamed the area, as well as the Gilded Age, when the rich and famous made this region their personal playground. Later, enjoy this evening’s Insider Experience.
Day 4 Day 4: Ottawa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Ottawa

The first half of the day will be dedicated to discovering the treasures of Ottawa. Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour, during which you will visit the Gothic Parliament Hill and visit the historic Rideau Canal, which winds its way through the heart of the city. The rest of the day is yours to explore at leisure.
Day 5 Day 5: Ottawa, Quebec City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Ottawa, Quebec City

After breakfast this morning, your journey continues to Quebec City. This afternoon, enjoy a drive-through experience in Parc Omega. As your vehicle winds through the park, passing meadows, lakes and forests, watch for wildlife, like moose, deer and wolves. This evening, there’s time to relax and perhaps dine at a local restaurant.
Day 6 Day 6: Quebec City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Quebec City

Spend today however you like. Consider choosing one of the select experiences available. Enjoy an Insider Experience this evening.
Day 7 Day 7: Quebec City, Montreal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Quebec City, Montreal

Farewell Quebec City after breakfast this morning and travel to Montreal. On arrival, check into your hotel. Then there’s time to get to know this European-influenced city during an afternoon sightseeing tour. You’ll discover a quintessentially French city, which excels at blending both old and new, from the elegant cobblestone streets of Old Montreal to the city’s contemporary waterfront.
Day 8 Day 8: Montréal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Montréal

Enjoy today as you choose. You might like to either spend time relaxing at your hotel or continue exploring. Montreal offers an array of culinary and cultural attractions, thanks to its French influence, eclectic food scene and famous festival line up. This evening, meet with your fellow travellers to enjoy a special Farewell Dinner.
Day 9 Day 9: Montreal, Embark Cruise
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Montreal, Embark Cruise

This morning after breakfast, transfer and board your premium ship for your New England voyage. There’s time to settle in and enjoy the array of amenities available.
Day 10 Day 10: Québec City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Québec City

This morning, dock in beautiful Quebec City and enjoy this French-influenced city’s many highlights before reboarding for an afternoon departure.
Day 11 Day 11: Day At Sea
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Day At Sea

After breakfast this morning, enjoy a leisurely day cruising the beautiful Gulf of St Lawrence, defined by stunning coastline.
Day 12 Day 12: Prince Edward Island
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Prince Edward Island

Prince Edward Island may be Canada’s smallest province, but it’s big on history. With time at leisure, perhaps visit the island’s capital of Charlottetown to delve into the region’s past. Alternatively, you may prefer to see the Anne of Green Gables homestead and enjoy time at this well-known literary landmark, set in pretty surrounds (own expense).
Day 13 Day 13: Sydney
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Sydney

Spend the day in and around Sydney on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. Where the island’s French-influenced name belies its Celtic connections. You will discover cheerfully colourful highland villages, the beautiful coastal scenery of the Cabot Trail, as well as the Fortress of Louisbourg, which was once one of North America’s busiest 18th-century seaports.
Day 14 Day 14: Halifax
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Halifax

For ocean scenery at its best, it is hard to beat Nova Scotia’s south shore. Arrive in Halifax this morning, with free time to perhaps visit Peggy’s Cove and the German village of Lunenburg. Then head back to Halifax where you might like to visit the ramparts of Halifax Citadel or a museum which commemorates the Titanic.
Day 15 Day 15: Bar Harbor
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Bar Harbor

Cross into the United States and arrive in New England’s Bar Harbor, once the exclusive summer resort of America’s fabulously wealthy. Today, Bar Harbor is an artists’ enclave and gateway to the natural beauty of Acadia National Park, much of which was donated by the Rockefeller family.
Day 16 Day 16: Boston, Disembark Cruise
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Boston, Disembark Cruise

Depart Boston After breakfast, disembark your ship in Boston, then transfer to your hotel.
Day 17 Day 17: Boston, Cape Cod
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Boston, Cape Cod

Travel from Boston to Provincetown on the tip of Cape Cod. Explore before arriving at Sea Crest where a special dinner awaits.
Day 18 Day 18: Cape Cod, Philadelphia
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Cape Cod, Philadelphia

Your journey continues to the city of Philadelphia via Newport. Here you will visit The Breakers, a beautifully preserved historic mansion, the grandest of Newport’s summer ‘cottages’.
Day 19 Day 19: Philadelphia, Lancaster
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 19: Philadelphia, Lancaster

Today’s tour of ‘Philly’ unpacks a treasure trove of early American history. Later, continue to Lancaster County, home to the religious Amish and Mennonite communities, where today’s Insider Experience takes place.
Day 20 Day 20: Lancaster, Washington Dc
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 20: Lancaster, Washington Dc

Tour local Amish communities to gain an insight into their culture, faith and traditional way of life. Then journey to the US capital Washington DC, and take in the sights on a tour, including the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, the United States Capitol Building and the FBI Headquarters. Tonight, enjoy dinner in the city.
Day 21 Day 21: Washington Dc
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 21: Washington Dc

You have a full free day to explore the city at your own pace.
Day 22 Day 22: Washington Dc, New York
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 22: Washington Dc, New York

Arrive in arguably the world’s most famous city today. Explore New York from the convenience of your hotel.
Day 23 Day 23: New York
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 23: New York

Begin your day with an Insider Experience, ahead of a city sightseeing tour, where you’ll cover the Big Apple’s many highlights, like the iconic Empire State Building. This afternoon, enjoy time to make your own discoveries before a special Farewell Dinner tonight.
Day 24 Day 24: New York
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 24: New York

Your tour concludes after breakfast with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

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Ultimate New England (2024)

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Itinerary of your trip Ultimate New England (2024)

Day 1: Arrive Toronto

Day 2: Niagara Falls

Day 3: 1000 Islands, Ottawa

Day 4: Ottawa

Day 5: Ottawa, Quebec City

Day 6: Quebec City

Day 7: Quebec City, Montreal

Day 8: Montréal

Day 9: Montreal, Embark Cruise

Day 10: Québec City

Day 11: Day At Sea

Day 12: Prince Edward Island

Day 13: Sydney

Day 14: Halifax

Day 15: Bar Harbor

Day 16: Boston, Disembark Cruise

Day 17: Boston, Cape Cod

Day 18: Cape Cod, Philadelphia

Day 19: Philadelphia, Lancaster

Day 20: Lancaster, Washington Dc

Day 21: Washington Dc

Day 22: Washington Dc, New York

Day 23: New York

Day 24: New York

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