A New England and Canada cruise tour offers a stunning mix of historic charm, coastal beauty, and vibrant fall foliage.
In New England, ports like Boston, Portland, and Bar Harbor showcase colonial history, picturesque lighthouses, and delicious seafood, including fresh lobster. Visitors can explore the Freedom Trail in Boston or walk the charming streets of seaside towns like Rockport and Camden.
In Canada, stops in Quebec City, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland highlight rugged coastlines, charming fishing villages, and rich maritime heritage. Inland excursions might include exploring Halifax’s Citadel, visiting Anne of Green Gables’ home in PEI, or marveling at the dramatic cliffs of the Bay of Fundy.
Whether sailing past scenic coastlines or delving into the region’s history and culture, a New England and Canada cruise tour is an unforgettable journey.
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Things to Do on a Cruisetour to Canada and New England
From history buffs and sports fans to seafood aficionados and nature lovers,
Featured below are a few of our most highly recommended things to do when enjoying a cruisetour to Canada and New England:
- Board a small boat for a short cruise to the base of Niagara Falls. You'll learn about the falls before approaching the thundering road and disappearing into the mist. Return to land and enjoy your lunch at Niagara on the Lake.
- Travel through the Canadian countryside and visit an authentic maple sugar shack on your way to Montreal. You'll learn how trees are tapped to collect pure molasses which is turned into delicious maple syrup. Other regional highlights include the French Quarter and the Notre Dame Basilica of Montreal.
- Enjoy an extensive guided tour of Washington, DC during the day before visiting nearby Arlington National Cemetery, site for the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers, John F. Kennedy's grave and memorials for the Space Shuttles Challenger and Columbia.
- Ottawa is home to the Canadian Museum of Civilization, which you can visit for a better understanding of Canada's people and history. Exhibits showcase the Canadian Aboriginals, including the natives and early settlers of Canada's Pacific Coast.
- Spend a day exploring historic colonial Williamsburg. You'll experience life as it was for early colonists and receive a history lesson the best way possible, entertaining and hands-on. Dine at a local tavern, hop on a carriage or catch a re-enactment.
- Many land tours travel through Pennsylvania where you'll have a chance to experience Gettysburg National Military Park, Amish Country and the city of Philadelphia, each of which is ripe with fascinating history from several critical periods in the United States.
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