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But that’s not all…this East Coast tour also includes sightseeing of Boston’s historic sights, a visit to Montréal’s Notre Dame Basilica, and a tramway ride to the 4,080-foot summit of Cannon Mountain in gorgeous Franconia Notch. On a clear day, you can see the mountains of four states and Canada! Globus has also arranged for you to enjoy unique experiences on this tour. In Vermont, you’ll visit a working maple syrup farm to learn the art of making maple syrup and enjoy a special treat. In New Hampshire, learn about the endemic flora and fauna at a Raven Interpretive Wildlife Program.
This incredible East Coast vacation is packed with adventure—both on land and at sea!
Highlights
Orientation tour
FRANCONIA NOTCH STATE PARKTramway ride up Cannon Mountain
NORTH CONWAYLF Raven Interpretive Wildlife Program
STOWEVisit a LF maple syrup farm and enjoy a local treat
VERGENNESVisit Shelburne Heritage Park
MONTRÉAL
Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit Notre Dame Basilica
CRUISE7-night cruise aboard Holland America’s MS Zaandam or MS Amsterdam
2020 Tour itinerary
Total meals included:
- 11 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 9 dinners
ARRIVE IN BOSTON
Day1
Welcome to Boston! At 6 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.
BOSTON–FRANCONIA NOTCH STATE PARK–NORTH CONWAY
Day2
Enjoy an orientation 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. At Franconia Notch State Park, board the Cannon Mountain TRAMWAY for a thrilling ride to the 4,080-foot summit. On a clear day, you can see the mountains of four states and Canada! Tonight, enjoy a LF RAVEN INTERPRETIVE WILDLIFE PROGRAM with a local wildlife expert focusing on the region’s ecological and diverse environs.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
NORTH CONWAY–STOWE–VERGENNES
Day3
Depart for a beautiful drive to Stowe, stopping for a tour at a LF MAPLE SYRUP FARM, where you’ll learn the art of making maple syrup and enjoy a local treat. Continue to Vergennes, overlooking Lake Champlain with views of the Adirondacks and Green Mountains.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
VERGENNES–SHELBURNE–MONTRÉAL
Day4
Visit nearby SHELBURNE HERITAGE PARK, which exhibits one of the nation’s most extraordinary collections of American decorative, folk, and fine art. It showcases buildings from around New England and New York, including an 1890 railroad station, a lighthouse, a stagecoach inn, and an Adirondack lodge. Travel northwest to Montréal, Canada’s second-largest city. As Montréal has a unique mix of historical, natural, and cultural offerings, you may like to visit Old Port Montréal, the McCord Museum, or stroll around Mount Royal Park.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
MONTRÉAL (EMBARKATION)
Day5
This morning, sightseeing with a Local Guide includes NOTRE DAME BASILICA, the Old Seminary of St. Sulpice, and a drive to the top of Mount Royal to enjoy a panorama of the city. This afternoon, transfer to Montréal’s port to embark on your ship for a 7-night CRUISE.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
QUÉBEC CITY
Day6
Visit 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, Laval Seminary, and ancient Place Royale. Also see Old World houses crowding the narrow streets in Lower Town by the St. Lawrence River and the historic Plains of Abraham.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
SCENIC CRUISING: GULF OF ST. LAWRENCE
Day7
Québec City marks the start of Saguenay Fjord. This 200-mile-long natural canal brings saltwater from the Atlantic Ocean inland and creates a beautiful environment for waterfront living for the communities of the St. Lawrence Seaway. Spend the day at leisure aboard the ship, taking advantage of the numerous amenities.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
CHARLOTTETOWN
Day8
Spend the day in Charlottetown on Prince Edward Island, 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.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
SYDNEY
Day9
So green and Gaelic is Cape Breton Island that Scotsman Alexander Graham Bell called it home for the last 37 years of his life. In fact, Cape Breton was principally settled by Highland Scots whose families had come out on the wrong side of rebellions against the Crown. You can still see this heritage in the accents in some remote villages—and in the great popularity of Scottish-style folk music. Today, you may choose to travel along the scenic Cabot Trail or visit historic Louisbourg Fortress, which recreates life in French-occupied Canada.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
HALIFAX
Day10
Arrive in Halifax, where lighthouses stand sentinel on cliff side ledges and tiny villages huddle in rocky inlets. Take time to explore Citadel Hill with its early 19th-century star-shaped fort, the tree-shaded walks of the public gardens, and Fairview Cemetery, the final resting place for more than 100 people who perished on the Titanic.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
BAR HARBOR
Day11
Arrive in Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island, Maine’s oldest summer resort, and stroll around the charming waterfront with its many shops, galleries, and boutiques. Alternatively, take an optional excursion to picturesque Acadia National Park, one of America’s most visited parks.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
BOSTON (DISEMBARKATION)
Day12
The tour ends this morning. Guests depart on individual schedules; airport transfers are provided. Please schedule your flights after Noon.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
- Enjoy the spectacular fall colors of the Eastern U.S. and Canada on our special Fall Foliage departure: September 8-15 (if Mother Nature permits).
- Cruise itineraries are provided by Holland America Line and are current at the time of publishing. Your travel documents will contain the most current information.
- Your Tour Director will not accompany you on the 7-night cruise.
- At least one member of the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older.
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Sheraton Boston Hotel
First-Class
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.
Location
39 Dalton St, Boston, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Laundry Available
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant On-Site
- Gift Shop
- Fitness Room
- Concierge desk
- Parking/Valet
- Ice Machine
- Luggage Storage
- Shoe Shine
- Currency Exchange
- Pool
- ATM
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Spa Services
Room Facilities
- Room Service
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Television
- Internet Access
- In-Room Safe
- Climate Control
- Coffee Maker
- Daily Housekeeping
- Phone
- Voicemail
- Air Conditioning
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Pay Movies
- Hair Dryer
- Wake-Up Calls
- Alarm Clock
Red Jacket Mountain View Resort
First-Class
Sitting atop 25 acres on Sunset Hill with stunning views of the White Mountains and Saco River Valley, Red Jacket Mountain View Resort is true to its name. The breathtaking White Mountains scenery surrounding the resort is complemented by well-appointed guestrooms, multiple dining options, indoor water park, fitness room, and seasonal outdoor pool.
Location
2251 White Mountain Hwy, Route 16, North Conway, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Pool
- Ice Machine
- Luggage Storage
- Spa Services
- Fitness Room
- Concierge desk
- Gift Shop
- Laundry Available
- Business Center
- Parking/Valet
- Elevator
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
Room Facilities
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Voicemail
- Room Service
- Daily Housekeeping
- Alarm Clock
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Coffee Maker
- Climate Control
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Air Conditioning
- Wake-Up Calls
- Hair Dryer
- Internet Access
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Desk
- Phone
Basin Harbor Club & Resort
First-Class
This intimate sanctuary is ideally located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Basin Harbor. Inspired by their natural surroundings, this historic hotel offers year-round entertainment and activities. Guests can choose from a variety of activities, that depending on season can include leisurely walks, tennis, biking, movie nights, or simply relaxing.
Location
4800 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Concierge desk
- Parking/Valet
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Gift Shop
- Pool
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
Room Facilities
- Wake-Up Calls
- Internet Access
- Coffee Maker
- Room Service
- Hair Dryer
- Alarm Clock
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Daily Housekeeping
- Voicemail
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Desk
- Phone
Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel
Superior First-Class
Located in the heart of downtown Montreal, the hotel reflects the city's elegance and charm and has welcomed dignitaries and celebrities alike in its 60 year history. The hotel has an indoor pool, hot tub, spa, fitness center, gift shops, hair salon, several award winning restaurants, lounge, room service, business center, concierge service, and Internet access.
Location
900 Blvd. Rene- Levesque West, Montreal, Canada
Hotel Facilities
- Ice Machine
- Beauty Salon
- Elevator
- Currency Exchange
- Fitness Room
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
- Concierge desk
- Gift Shop
- Restaurant On-Site
- Pool
- Luggage Storage
- Spa Services
Room Facilities
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Coffee Maker
- Desk
- Window Opens
- Pay Movies
- Daily Housekeeping
- In-Room Safe
- Voicemail
- Hair Dryer
- Television
- Phone
- Climate Control
- Smoking Rooms
- Wake-Up Calls
- Room Service
- Mini-bar
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Internet Access
