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11 Days
Combining the relaxation of a Cruise with the beauty of Bermuda!!
BM9101 Oct 19 to Oct 29, 2019
Day 1 Williamsport, Pennsylvania
This morning you will join our tour from your local joining points. We cross the border at Fort Erie and travel across the State of Pennsylvania to Williamsport for our first overnight.
Day 2 New York City/Cruising
A casual morning as we enjoy an included Breakfast and 9:00 a.m. departure. Then we travel into New York City, making our way to the Cruise Terminal. Here we check in for the Norwegian Cruise Lines, 7 day Bermuda cruise, aboard the Norwegian Escape! Once you have settled into your stateroom, there will be a brief safety orientation, before the ship sets sail at 4:00 p.m. (B,D)
Day 3 At Sea
Get ready to sail one of the most exciting ships on the seas! Norwegian Escape is ready to whisk you away to Bermuda. Indulging in every whim is what unforgettable vacations are made of. Get ready to chase sunsets on The Waterfront. Get closer to paradise with two quintessential Jimmy Buffett venues: Margaritaville at Sea and the 5 O’clock Somewhere Bar. Sip on some of Napa's best blends at The Cellars, A Michael Mondavi Family Wine Bar. Or try our unique specialty cocktails, hand-crafted by Bar Lab. Be dazzled by Broadway hits like After Midnight. Discover a new world of Freestyle Cruising on Norwegian Escape, voted 2017 Ship of the Year by Ocean & Cruise (B,L,D)
Day 4 At Sea
Now that you have learned your way around this magnificent ship get ready to enjoy some on-board fun. From the state of the art Spa, to the Casino to the pools and hot tubs, the Norwegian Escape has a tremendous selection of on-board entertainment. Later you can choose to enjoy a refreshment in one of the many lounges, take in the on-board Show in the main hall or catch up with your computer. (B,L,D)
Day 5 Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
This morning you may wish to get up early, grab a coffee and watch the ship dock. Upon docking at 8:00 a.m. you will have almost 3 full days to enjoy this destination. This will also be a great opportunity to enjoy a Glass Bottom boat cruise or one of Norwegian’s many shore excursions. (B,L,D)
Day 6 Bermuda
A full day to enjoy shore excursions or do your own thing exploring! (B,L,D)
Day 7 Bermuda
Most of the day will again be spent in Bermuda, before the ship sets sail at 3:00 p.m. From the deck you’ll get some terrific final photos of Bermuda, before the ship reaches open sea, cruising back to New York City! (B,L,D)
Day 8 At Sea
The theme of this tour is to relax, and while the ship cruises along, you’ll have time to do just that. Take in ship board activities or visit with friends. This time is yours to choose. (B,L,D)
Day 9 New York City
This morning we find ourselves back in New York City. You might choose to be on deck early and view the city, as the ship sails up the Hudson River. After passing under the Verazzano Bridge, the Statue of Liberty will come into view, affording a great picture taking opportunity. Once in port, we board the motor coach for a locally guided tour of Manhattan. Then we check into our downtown hotel for a two-night stay. This evening we visit the Top of the Rock Observation Deck for an incredible nighttime view of this vibrant city! (B)
Day 10 New York City
Today is free for you to enjoy your own time in New York City or join the Tour Director as they offer suggestions for your best way to experience some of what Manhattan has to offer. This evening you might consider attending a Broadway Show! (B)
Day 11 Home
This morning we board the motor coach early, and bid farewell to New York City. We travel across the state aboard our luxury Motor Coach and arrive home in the evening. (B)
Cost Includes:
Rates (Cdn) Per Person-
Twin Inside ID $3579.00 (305.00 taxes incl.)
Twin Balcony BC 4419.00 (305.00 taxes incl.)
HST does not apply to this tour
MA9106 Oct 5 to Oct 11, 2019
Day 1 Southern Ontario to Syracuse, NY
Join us this morning as we board our motor coach and cross at Fort Erie into New York State. This afternoon we take in the Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion State Historic Park. A guided tour of this 50-acre estate with flower filled gardens and magnificent mansion is included. Continue on to Syracuse for overnight. For those who wish, a visit to Destiny USA this evening.
Day 2 Great Barrington, MA
Following a later breakfast, a quick drive brings us to the Erie Canal Cruise docks. Here we enjoy a 90-minute guided cruise of the Historic Erie Canal. Continue to Stockbridge, and check into our hotel before we set off to an included dinner at the Historic Red Lion Inn. Take time to stroll the inn, see the antique furniture and admire the famous “teapot collection”. (B,D)
Day 3 Great Barrington, MA
Breakfast at our hotel before our local guide joins us for a full day of touring. Here the stories about the characters and explore the era of the “Gilded Age.” The Berkshires are known as the Inland Newport and display mansions built during the turn of the century before the days of income tax. These estates, also called cottages, were the homes of Andrew Carnegie, Harley Proctor of Proctor and Gamble Co., George Westinghouse, the Vanderbilt’s and many others. A tour of Chesterwood is included. A guided tour of Stockbridge is included before free time on your own. Our tour concludes with an afternoon guided tour of the Mount, Edith Wharton’s summer home. Dinner is included this evening. (B,D)
Day 4 Sturbridge, MA
Following breakfast, a visit to the Norman Rockwell Museum, to enjoy at your own pace. Continue to Deerfield and Lunch at the Historic Deerfield Inn. A guided tour where our docent will present an overview of Historic Deerfield. She will then share some “Mystery Objects” with you, for you to learn what they are and about life in the village. There will be a cooking demonstration at a fireside hearth, before we tour the Stebbins House. Dinner included tonight at the Historic Publick House Inn (B,L,D)
Day 5 Sturbridge, MA
Breakfast before our day begins with admission to Old Sturbridge Village. The village is an authentic recreation of a rural New England Community in the transformative years between 1790 and 1840. Each historic building has been carefully restored and the costumed villagers go about daily life just as their New England ancestors did. Lunch on your own prior to our departure for Spencer and a stop at the Oakwood Farm Christmas Barn – an old fashion Christmas shop that will put you in the spirit of the season any time of year! This 160-year old barn features a dazzling display of ornaments, nativities, Santa’s and carolers. The vintage decorations on display will bring back memories of Christmas past. Continue to West Brookfield to the Historic Salem Cross Inn. Following our visit Back at the Inn you are welcome to take a Wagon Ride around the grounds. Tonight, a special made from scratch dinner. (B,D)
Day 6 Kingston, ON
An included breakfast before we begin our return journey, heading towards Alexandria and crossing the border back into Canada for our final night together. Farewell Dinner included this evening. (B,D)
Day 7 Home
Breakfast included before our final stop at the Glanmore National Historic Site in Belleville. Glanmore was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1969 in recognition of its exceptional 2nd Empire architecture. Built in 1882-1883 for wealthy banker J.P.C. Phillips the grand interior features beautiful hand-painted ceilings and ornate woodwork. Many of Glanmore’s rooms have been restored to the 1890s. Continue to our joining points. (B)
Cost Includes:
Cost per person (CDN)
Twin $2399.00 (21.98 HST incl.)
Triple $2229.00 (19.27 HST incl.)
Single $3079.00 (31.82 HST incl.)
3 DAYS
1st Christmas Mystery Tour
The colours of Vermont & New Hampshire
In autumn, New England is famous for its glorious foliage as billions of leaves change from green to a kaleidoscope of colors.
Seven Days
Five Days
Witches and Broomsticks
5 DAYS
MA9105 Oct 25 to Oct 29, 2019
Day1 Latham, NY
We begin our tour to Salem crossing the border at Fort Erie and making our way across the State of New York to Latham for the night.
6 Days
A terrific place to discover springtime!
Enjoy two nights in Nashville, two nights Memphis and three nights in Branson!!
Seven Days
4 Days
The most authentic replica of Noah’s Ark in the world!
4 Days
Three Days
3 Days
Including full day to Pelee Island
ON 9065 JUN 2, 2019 to JUN 4, 2019
Day 1 Windsor, ON
From our local joining points, we travel west, making our first stop at Parks Blueberries. Here you will find an exclusive signature line of preserves featuring jams, chipotles, salsas, dressings, pie fills, tea and more including a specially developed no-sugar line. Lunch will be on your own here before we continue to the quaint Victorian town of Kingsville, and Cindy’s Home & Garden, comprising 6500 sq. ft., it is the area’s premier garden centre and gift shop. We continue to Caesars Windsor for a two-night stay.
Dinner is included this evening prior to taking our reserved seating for a performance by Daniel O’Donnell. (D)
Day 2 Pelee Island
Breakfast is included before we make our way to Leamington and board the MV Jiimaan to Pelee Island, the largest island in Lake Erie and the southernmost populated point in Canada. Upon arrival a local guide steps on board our coach to point out the historical and natural aspects of Pelee Island. Enjoy a buffet lunch complete with a glass of local wine. There’s also time for extra wine tasting and shopping. Mid- afternoon we return to the dock for our cruise back to the mainland. Dining facilities on the ship allow you the option to have dinner during the crossing or on return to Windsor hotel. (B,L)
Day 3 Home
A mid-morning start to our day as we board Windsor River Cruises for a two-hour historical brunch cruise. This fully narrated cruise highlights Windsor’s deep connection to prohibition, Al Capone, and the infamous Purple Gang. After the cruise we return to our starting points. (Brunch)
Cost Includes
Cost per person (CDN)
Twin $845.00 (97.22 HST incl.)
Triple $799.00 (91.93 HST incl.)
Quad $779.00 (89.62 HST incl.)
Single $989.00 (113.78 HST incl.)
11 Days
CG9085 Aug 17 to Aug 27, 2019
Day 1 Kingston, ON
From our local joining points, we meet our fellow travellers and start our adventure. We arrive in Kingston in mid-afternoon and meet a local guide for a tour of Fort Henry! Originally built in 1812, the Forts’ main purpose was to protect the British rights to the important St. Lawrence River! Tonight, we are in Kingston. Dinner is included this evening. (D)
Day 2 Quebec City, PQ
As we continue eastward today we cross into Quebec and take time to tour the Jean Chretien Museum, where the amazing gifts he received from around the world, while his time as Prime Minister of Canada, are on display. We continue into the historic city of Quebec for some free time. (B)
Day 3 Campbellton, NB
Along the south shore of the St. Lawrence we pass through Riviere du Loup on our way to New Brunswick. We stop at Rimouski to tour the Empress of Ireland exhibit, where the largest Canadian Maritime disaster occurred when the Empress of Ireland sank after a collision in May of 1914. Tonight, we are in Campbellton, NB. (B,D)
Day 4 Miramichi, NB
At Acadian Historical Village we discover what life was like in the early days of Canada, for the French Settlers in the New World. The fun & lighthearted Acadians thrived in the New World until the famous expulsion of these people starting in 1755. Tonight, we are in the city of Miramichi, located at the mouth of the famous river bearing the same name. Dinner is included before we get to enjoy an evening of fun and laughter at an authentic Kitchen Party! (B,D)
Day 5 Charlottetown, PE
Anne Murray grew up in Springhill, Nova Scotia before starting her 40-year musical career. Today we visit the Anne Murray Centre to learn about this Canadian Icon’s life! Then on to Caribou where we board the ferry to cross to Canada’s charming Island Province, Prince Edward Island. Before travelling into Charlottetown, we tour the Macphail House at Orwell, the homestead of a great Canadian, Andrew Macphail, who joined the Army at age 50, after the outbreak of World War I and was knighted for his service. A guided tour of his Home will tell his incredible story and there will be time to stroll the beautiful gardens on your own. (B)
Day 6 Charlottetown, PE
A casual morning and time to explore on your own in Charlottetown. After lunch, we tour Deep Roots Distillery where many unique blends are created from their own Apple Orchard and many other fruits before we continue to the Northwest corner of this small Island Province and visit the Stompin’ Tom Centre at Skinners Pond. A man more Canadian than the Maple Leaf, his story is of a true iconic Canadian. Next, we visit Rustico Bay Sweater Company, famous for their typical Atlantic Canada wool sweaters before we stop at Fisherman’s Wharf for a fabulous Lobster Supper! Return to Charlottetown for the night. (B,D)
Day 7 Saint John, NB
This morning we first leave P.E.I. via the Confederation Bridge. Spanning a length of over 12km this bridge is truly an amazing engineering marvel. Then we take time to visit Hopewell Rocks, where you can view the effects of the highest tides in the world. Continuing along the shores of the Bay of Fundy, you will pass dyked farmlands and small communities before entering Fundy National Park. Then we find ourselves in Saint John, New Brunswick, where we stay the next 2 nights. (B)
Day 8 Saint John/St. Andrews by the Sea, NB
After breakfast we head to the mouth of the Saint John River, to view the effects of the Fundy high tides at Reversing Falls, where the water flows backwards up the river, before we travel west of Saint John to St. Andrews by the Sea. First, we enjoy a visit to Kingsbrae Gardens. Kingsbrae Garden is a multi-award winning 27 acre horticultural masterpiece located in beautiful St. Andrews by-the-Sea. After some free time in St. Andrews, we return to Saint John for overnight. Dinner included tonight. (B, D)
Day 9 Edmundston, NB
The relaxing motor coach drive takes us up the Saint John River valley to Fredericton, capital of New Brunswick. In the heart of downtown we visit the Beaverbrook Art Gallery. The Gallery was designed and constructed by Sir Max Aitken (Lord Beaverbrook) who then opened the Gallery on September 16, 1959 and gifted it to the people of New Brunswick. The permanent collection now includes more than 3,000 pieces, based on the original gift of 600 pieces also donated by Lord Beaverbrook. Then we continue on to Edmundston, NB for overnight. (B)
Day 10 Montreal
As we make our way home we stop to visit the beautiful and tranquil, the Daniel A Seguin Gardens at Saint Hyacinthe, Quebec. A short drive then brings us into Montreal for our final night together, with Dinner included. (B,D)
Day 11 Home
Today we bid farewell to our fellow travellers and exchange contact information to stay in touch with our new friends. You also have new stories of Canada to share with family and friends! (B)
Cost Includes
Cost per person
Twin $2869.00 (349.60 HST incl.)
Triple $2559.00 (310.41 HST incl.)
Single $3899.00 (478.15 HST incl.)
Christmas Time in Quebec City
5 DAYS
2 DAYS
Including Quebec City and Whale Watching in Tadoussac
PQ9075 Jul 06 to Jul 12, 2019
Day 1 Cornwall
We begin our adventure on the fjords of Québec by travelling east to Cornwall for our first overnight stay. A welcome dinner tonight. (D)
Day 2 Québec City
This morning, a short drive takes us to Morrisburg and Upper Canada Village. Start your adventure into Canada’s pre-Confederation past by visiting the Discovery Centre, a state-of-the-art interactive exhibit that tells fascinating stories about life in the 1860s. See an audio-visual show about the national importance of the Battle of Crysler's Farm and the War of 1812 before setting out on your self-guided tour of the village. Using you site map, stroll through the streets of yesterday. Visit over 40 heritage buildings and come face-to-face with a variety of costumed historical interpreters, all eager to chat or demonstrate their roles in 19th century society. Horse-drawn wagon and boat rides are also available at no extra charge. We continue to Québec City for the night. (B)
Day 3 Chicoutimi, QC
This morning we travel through Jacques Cartier National Park into the fjord district to Chicoutimi. The name comes from the Montagnais “Shkoutimeou” which means “the end of the deep waters”. On arrival in Chicoutimi we visit La Pulperie de Chicoutimi, a facility that highlights the significant part this company played in the development of the city and the region at the beginning of the last century. After lunch we travel a short distance to La Baie and the Musée du Fjord. Winner of numerous awards for excellence, the Museum opens the door to the marine world of the Saguenay Fjord. It is also a laboratory, and a place of learning and wonder where the rich history and science of the area is explored. Quebec is well known for its unique variety of cheese. See this on a visit to the Fromagerie Boivin. We return to Chicoutimi for a two-night stay. (B)
Day 4 Chicoutimi, QC
Today we explore the amazing sights of the Saguenay fjords! The scenery is so awe-inspiring! In this beautiful region, nature used its colossal strength to create a magnificent fjord. A short drive takes us to Sainte-Rose-du-Nord, renowned as the Pearl of the Fjord. Here you will have free time to visit this picturesque village. A box lunch is included before setting out on a four hour cruise through the Saguenay Fjords. See the Statue Notre-Dame du Saguenay and hear the legend that gave birth to the concept. Sculpted with pine and covered with thin sheets of lead to protect it from the weather, the statue stands 9 meters tall and weighs more than 3 tons! Navigating the fjord to bay Éternité is where you will see the steepest caps of the Fjord and you will definitely want to keep an eye open for plenty of marine live as we return to La Baie. A set of binoculars might be an asset to your adventure! (B,L)
Day 5 St. Félicien, QC
Today we travel further into the heart of the Saguenay/Lac Saint-Jean region to Val Jalbert Historical Village for a journey into the heart of the 1920s! Experience life as it was in a genuine company town complete with forty original period buildings. The convent-school, general store and pulp mill abound in secrets that will be revealed by many colourful characters. You will also see the 236ft Ouiatchouan waterfall before we continue along the shores of Lac Saint Jean to the community of St. Félicien. Enjoy and afternoon visit to the St. Felicien Planetarium. Dinner is included this evening at the hotel. (B,D)
Day 6 Montréal, QC
A leisurely drive takes us through the communities of Lac Bouchette, La Tuque and on to the city of Shawinigan, home town of former Prime Minister Jean Chrétien. Here we visit a unique museum dedicated not to a Prime Minister but to the gifts given to Jean Chrétien during his 10 years as Prime Minister.
This incredible collection highlights Canada's place in the world. As well, the items offer a portal into the arcane world of diplomatic gift-swapping. The $2.6 million facility includes over 700 pieces from dignitaries and heads of state, including a clock from the Queen and a wall hanging from Nelson Mandela, along with offerings from Canadians. We continue to Montréal for the night. A farewell dinner is included this evening. (B,D)
Day 7 Home
After an exciting adventure into Quebec’s Saguenay Fjord region, we set out for a relaxing drive back to our starting points. (B)
Cost includes
Cost per person
Twin $1739.00 (137.38 HST incl.)
Triple $1569.00 (127.16 HST incl.)
Single $2299.00 (170.32 HST incl.)
2 DAYS
12 DAYS
Enjoy Canada and New England and a relaxing Cruise
