Canada & New England Cruises: Excursions

Featuring one of the most scenic drives on the east coast, Acadia is one of the most visited National Parks in the United States. You’ll first pass through the quaint town of Bar Harbor to view some of the charming Victorian Mansions built by America’s rich and famous at the turn of the century. Entering the National Park, your journey along the 27-mile Park Loop Road will take you along the ocean’s edge passing Sand Beach, Schooner Head Overlook, and the High Seas mansion built by a wealthy gentleman whose wife perished on the Titanic. Continue past Otter Cliffs and the Gulf of Maine with beautiful views of the offshore islands. Travel through pine forests and past the Jordon Pond House with a beautiful view of the Penobscot Mountains and Bubbles Hill. Keep your eyes open for bald eagles and white tail deer as you make your way around the Park Loop Road. Your tour culminates (weather permitting) with a photo stop atop the 1,530-foot (466 meters) Cadillac Mountain, offering a 360-degree panoramic view of granite cliffs, coastal mountains, forests, lakes, and valleys. Note: At Cadillac Mountain, walking is at your discretion. Walking surfaces are paved and partially accessible by wheelchair, but there are some uneven, slippery-when-wet areas and some steps. If weather conditions dictate, Cadillac Mountain will be substituted with a stop at Jordan Pond or the Visitors Center. The order of the stops might be reversed to avoid congestion. less

Three great tours for the price of one! Enjoy the sights and sounds of Halifax with your full-day pass aboard an authentic, fully-guided, London double-decker bus painted pink to support Breast Cancer and with three great loops/tours and over 12 stops to choose from. Your fully-guided tour allows you to take in all the cities main highlights or if you prefer, hop off at many of the stops along the route and enjoy what’s exciting for you. The 'All About Town Loop,' a 30-minute tour, takes in all the city's main highlights such as stops at the Spring Garden Road shopping district and the Museum of Natural History. Why not treat yourself to a walk through one of nicest Victorian Public Gardens intact and unspoiled in the heart of this modern city. See the Town Clock and learn about Canada’s oldest Anglican Church, St. Paul’s as you see first-hand the famous silhouette of a man’s head in the window. If you choose, take in the 'Boardwalk Loop' or the 'Changing of the Guard Loop' which highlights the Halifax Citadel, Canada's most visited national historic site, or stop at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic with its Titanic Exhibit. There are also plenty of stops, if great shops and rooftop pubs are what you are looking for. Whatever you choose, this tour allows you the flexibility to enjoy your day in Halifax the way you want to see it. Note: Admissions are not included on this tour and are at the discretion of the guest. Double-deckers depart from the pier approximately every 15 to 30 minutes. On occasion, big pink motorcoaches may be used in conjunction with double-deckers on the Hop on, Hop off portion. Double-deckers operate from the pier every 15-30 minutes. A dollar of the proceeds from this tour will be donated to the Breast Cancer Foundation. less

With mansions representing more than 250 years of social and architectural history, this tour combines all the highlights of the Newport scenic drive tour with a visit to one of the grand mansions. Passing through the historic colonial section, your scenic drive will take you along the world famous Ocean Drive where you’ll have spectacular views of Newport’s rocky coastline. Continuing to Bellevue Avenue, immerse yourself in a world of wealth and power as it existed at the dawn of the 20th century with a visit to one of the grand summer villas that defined the era known as the ‘Age of Beauty’.

Depending on local conditions, you’ll tour either the Elms or Rosecliff, both of which represent the height of gracious living and entertaining by America’s elite. Imagine yourself at a fabulous party in a magnificent ballroom or perhaps at a fairy tale dinner as your personal headset audio guide offers insight into the life and artifacts of this fascinating time in American history.

Note: Due to the popularity of the Newport Mansions, please anticipate a wait of approximately 30 minutes. The actual tour involves approximately 45 minutes of slow walking or standing. The Elms is partially wheelchair accessible, the elevator is very narrow (27 inches) and will not fit motorized wheelchairs. There are six steps to enter the mansion. less