Eastern Highlights & New England Discovery
Snapshot
- 15 days
- Package Holiday
- Toronto to Boston
- Multiple departures
From
$7,795*
per person twin share
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Overview
Montréal is an eclectic mix of old and new while Québec City oozes history and tradition. Visit a sugar shack in the Québec countryside where you’ll learn about all kinds of maple products. Stand in awe as you watch the immense Niagara Falls thunder down a cliffside spraying a fine mist of water into the air. The Gulf of Saint Lawrence is the largest estuary in the world, and a beautiful waterway to navigate. This is a part of Canada best enjoyed from the deck of a luxury cruise ship, with stops in charming cities and splendid island ports, before concluding in cultivated Boston.
Highlights & Inclusions
Highlights
- View Niagara Falls on an exciting cruise
- Guided walking tour inside Old Québec City, plus see the Plains of Abraham, the Citadel and the historic walls of Québec City
- Rise to the Top of CN Tower, the tallest free-standing tower in North America
- Sightseeing tour of Ottawa, the Nation’s capital, seeing the green-peaked roofs of the Parliament Buildings and Rideau Canal
- Guided tour of the sights of Montréal including the intricate architecture of Notre-Dame Cathedral and panoramic views of the city from Mount Royal
- Enjoy the scenery on a 1000 islands cruise
- Discover Toronto’s famous sights including museum row, Queen’s Park, Parliament Buildings and City Hall
- Browse the shops of Niagara-on-the-Lake
- Enjoy scenic cruising of the St. Lawrence River & the Gulf of St Lawrence
- Visit the port of Charlottetown on the famous Prince Edward Island
- Visit the ports of Halifax and Sydney
- Explore the raw and beautiful scenery in Nova Scotia
Inclusions
- 31 superb meals including: 14 Full Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 1 Highlight Lunch, 9 Dinners & 1 Highlight Dinner
- Learn about the local native culture and enjoy a vibrant performance at Madahòkì Farm including a special dinner.
- The services of an Emerald Tours Tour Director whilst coach touring
- Welcome and farewell dinners
- Experience true French Canadian hospitality at a traditional Sugar Shack with lunch
- 8 Day Eastern Canada Experience
- 7 Nights on a luxury cruise ship – Holland America Line MS Zuiderdam
- Premium First Class hotels including all hotel service charges and porterage
- Return airport transfers
- Port taxes and charges
- All tipping and gratuities
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrive Toronto
Welcome to Canada! On arrival at Toronto International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your downtown hotel. After check-in, you are free to explore the cosmopolitan city of Toronto, the cultural, entertainment and financial capital of Canada. This evening, join a pre tour briefing.
Two Night Stay: Sheraton Centre Toronto or similar
Day 2 – Niagara Falls
Today, you will see one of the most spectacular natural sights of North America as you visit the incredible Niagara Falls. Travel through the countryside before arriving at Niagara for a thrilling cruise to the foot of Horseshoe Falls. Get up close to one of the most amazing waterfalls in the world as you feel the mist washing over you. After some free time or an optional helicopter ride over the falls, visit the historic and beautifully preserved village of Niagara-on-the-Lake before returning to Toronto early this evening. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner.
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Experience a spectacular helicopter flight over the falls (extra expense)
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3 - Toronto – Kingston – Ottawa
This morning, take a journey to the top of CN Tower, the tallest free-standing tower in the Americas for some spectacular views over Toronto. Travel up University Avenue to take in the sights of Ontario’s Parliament Buildings, Queens Park and museum row. Travel east following Lake Ontario to the colonial city of Kingston, the gateway to the beautiful Thousand Islands region of the St. Lawrence River. Board your vessel for a cruise of one of the most picturesque areas in Eastern Canada. Travel through the islands and canals and view spectacular old buildings, attractive neighbourhoods and abundant birdlife. Continue through rolling farmlands, following the rivers and lakes to Canada’s national capital.
Two Night Stay: Delta Ottawa Hotel City Centre or similar
Inclusions: Breakfast
Day 4 – Ottawa Sightseeing
This morning, our local guide joins us for a tour of Ottawa, famous for its stately boulevards, imposing buildings and tulip filled gardens during spring. See the green-peaked roofs of the Parliament Buildings, City Hall and the National Gallery. We view the residences of the Prime Minister and the Governor General, the Royal Canadian Mint and the Rideau Canal. Take a break at ByWard Market, where you have free time to explore. EmeraldPLUS: Visit Madahòkì Farms, an authentic cultural experience. After a traditional arrival and welcome spend some time with their cultural Ambassadors who will share their indigenous culture including a special dinner and dance presentation.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 – Ottawa – Montreal
Bienvenue! Welcome to the French-Canadian province of Québec. Head for the quintessentially French city of Montréal, located on an island of the St. Lawrence River. On arrival, enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city, viewing the Olympic Complex, St. Joseph’s Oratory, Notre Dame Cathedral and views of the city skyline from the parklands of Mt. Royal. Montréal abounds with sightseeing options, such as taking a stroll, bicycle or a horse-drawn carriage through the narrow cobblestone streets of the famous Parisian-style historic district, which is filled with cultural landmarks, museums, boutiques, cafés and restaurants.
Overnight Stay: Novotel Montréal or similar
Inclusions: Breakfast
Day 6 – Montreal – Quebec City
Departing Montréal make your way to a traditional Québécois Sugar Shack. EmeraldPLUS: Enjoy French Canadian country charm and hospitality and learn how to make maple candy, then partake in a delicious lunch that showcases the local country cuisine.
Visit Deschambault a quaint village along the St. Lawrence River before a scenic drive along the “Chemin du Roy” (King’s Road), the oldest roadway in Canada. This historic “New France Route,” takes you to Québec City, the UNESCO World Heritage Site spectacularly perched atop Cap Diamant. French is the primary language in this unique city, founded in 1608 as a trading post. Arrive into Québec City in the afternoon and meet our local guide for a tour of The Plains of Abraham, the Citadel and Parliament buildings. You will then embark on a walking tour within the walls of the Vieux Carré (Old City) and visit Lower Town. This is truly a remarkable city, every building in Old Québec tells a story and every square exudes the spirit of New France with a history dating back many hundreds of years.
Two Night Stay: Hotel Château Laurier or similar
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7 – Quebec City
Québec City is one of the world’s most historical and fascinating cities. Spend the day exploring the quaint streets, ancient buildings and getting to know the local food and people.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8 – New England Discovery – 7 night cruise
This morning, transfer to the pier and Farewell your Tour Director as you check into your comfortable ocean view stateroom (upgrade to verandah stateroom additional expense) on the luxurious Holland America cruise ship ms Zuiderdam#. Settle-in for an unforgettable 7 night voyage through the St. Lawrence River and New England.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9 – Quebec City
Arrive into Québec City where a wide range of shore excursions are available including a scenic drive along French Canada’s Beaupre Coast to St. Anne Canyon, followed by a visit to a local winery, or take a scenic drive through the picturesque countryside passing through quaint villages to Montmorency Falls (shore excursions at your own expense).
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 – Gulf of St. Lawrence
The largest estuary in the world, the Gulf of Saint Lawrence fringes the shores of half the provinces of Canada and is a gateway to the interior of the entire North American continent. Geographically, the Gulf is defined by stunning coast line and beautiful islands, including Prince Edward Island and the Magdalen Islands. Be sure to keep an eye out for whale and seal sightings.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 – Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
This morning, arrive into the charming city of Charlottetown on Prince Edward Island. There is plenty of free time to explore the city famed for being the birthplace of Canada. Be sure to visit Confederation Centre or perhaps enjoy an optional tour to the ‘Anne of Green Gables’ homesite (own expense).
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12 – Sydney, Cape Breton Island
A hundred thousand Gaelic welcomes await you in Nova Scotia, Latin for “New Scotland.” At the northeast end of the province sits Cape Breton Island, whose wild and lovely topography includes Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Bras d’Or Lake, and miles of rugged coastline. Sydney is the gateway to it all. There are highland villages to see, the scenic Cabot Trail to explore, golden inland seas to sail, and the Fortress of Louisbourg to inspect – where every barn, barracks and pipe and drum corps appears just as it did when King Louis’ troops occupied the site in 1744. Spend the day in Sydney or take an optional sightseeing tour (shore excursions are at own expense).
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13 – Halifax, Nova Scotia
Arrive into Halifax spending the day docked in one of the world’s most beautiful natural harbours. Explore this fascinating and historic city on your own or perhaps take an optional tour to delightful Peggy’s Cove (shore excursions at own expense).
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14 - Portland, Maine
Enter the waters of the United States, as you sail along the coast of New Brunswick. Arrive into Portland, first settled in 1633. The restored brick buildings and warehouses of the Old Port and the fine upright houses of prosperous captains, merchants and shipbuilders make the city’s past a living part of its present. This evening, enjoy your final night aboard your ship as you sail south towards the historic city of Boston.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15 – Depart Boston
Arrive into Boston. After disembarking, you will be transferred to the airport for your homeward flight.
Inclusions: Breakfast
Dates/Prices
Depart | Return | From price |
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17 May 2025 | 31 May 2025 | $7,895pp |
30 August 2025 | 13 September 2025 | $7,995pp |
13 September 2025 | 27 September 2025 | $7,895pp |
4 October 2025 | 18 October 2025 | $7,795pp |
*Pricing is per person based on 4 October 2025 departure. Pricing is subject to availability and changes. Correct as of 18 June 2024.
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