Canada & New England Cruises: Excursions

Board your Big Pink Sightseeing bus to explore Sydney, the largest community and commercial center of Cape Breton Island. Begin your tour in the historic north end settled in 1785 by British Loyalists from the New England colonies and pass by Victoria Park, the site of the original garrison camp. Continue through downtown Sydney with a brief stop at Wentworth Park for a photo opportunity. You’ll then proceed to Whitney Pier, the former site of Sydney Steel Mill which dates back to 1900. Visit the Historical Museum and learn about the importance the Sydney Coal Fields have on the local economy. These industries brought immigrants from many parts of the world giving Sydney a multicultural mix of more than 50 ethnic backgrounds. Another photo stop will be made at The Melting Pot, honoring these people, their strong work ethic and cultural pride.

Continue to the First Nations community of Membertou where you’ll celebrate the heritage, culture and unique history of these people through educational and interactive experiences. Your tour guide and/or Elders of Membertou will encourage you to experience their story, learn Mi’kmaq dance and drum as they provide a hands on demonstration and instruction. Sample traditional Mi’kmaq food and/or treat as you learn the history of their food, perhaps comparing the old way with the new. Enjoy a walk in their garden area and visit Petroglyphs Gift Shop featuring arts and crafts from the Mi’kmaq Nation and other First Nations across Atlantic Canada. You’ll then board your coach returning to the ship along the waterfront.

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This tour combines the highlights of the Acadia National Park tour with a true 'Downeast' lobster bake. Your journey takes you along the 27-mile Park Loop Road offering spectacular coastal, mountain and forest scenery. 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 Acadia National Park, your journey on Park Loop Road will take you along the ocean’s edge and the spectacular scenery of Maine’s rocky coastline.

Continuing past Thunder Hole, Otter Cliffs and the Jordon Pond House, you’ll make your way (weather permitting) to the 1,530-foot (466 meters) summit of Cadillac Mountain, the highest point on North America’s Eastern seaboard. With a 360-degree panoramic view, you’ll see how glaciers carved through the granite cliffs to form a beautiful landscape of lush forest, lakes and valleys. You’ll then be treated to a true 'Downeast' lobster bake in a beautiful setting along the coast. Pulled fresh from ocean water, enjoy typical Maine lobster drizzled with butter as well as all the trimmings.

Note: This tour is conducted in French. Steak is available for non-lobster eaters. Walking is at your discretion. Most surfaces are paved but there are some uneven, slippery-when-wet areas and some steps. The stop at Cadillac Mountain will not be made in adverse or foggy weather conditions. A visit to the Acadia National Park Visitors Center or alternative location will be made instead. The order of the stops might be reversed to avoid congestion. less

Experience the splendor of French Canada’s countryside as you drive into the foothills of the Laurentian Mountains to the renowned Lake Beauport area. Surrounded by emerald forests, a photo stop will be made to view the beauty of the lake and mountain scenery. Continuing toward the Beaupre Coast, a stop will be made at the magnificent Montmorency Falls. Cascading down a 272-foot (83 meter) cliff, Montmorency is one-and-a-half times as high as Niagara Falls. Coffee, tea and pastries will be served in the Montmorency Manor. Take a step back in time as you cross the bridge to the Ile d’Orleans where you’ll take a scenic drive through the picturesque villages of traditional rural Quebec. Passing the tip of the island, see the lovely 19th century resort homes of Quebec’s rich merchant class with spectacular views of the skyline of the city. The Quebec area is well-known for its production of maple syrup therefore, during the tour you’ll have the opportunity to visit an authentic sugar shack, learn about the production of the island’s maple products and sample the sweet maple taffy. Note: You’ll have free time to walk the nature trails along the falls. This tour is only available for Norwegian Dawn guests with flights departing after 3:00 pm out of Quebec Airport (YQB). Guests are responsible for ensuring their debarkation tours are compatible with their flight departure times. This tour does not necessarily drop off at all Norwegian Cruise Line program hotels, please check with the Shore Excursion staff onboard as to which hotel drop-offs are available. Guests have the option to book their flights through our Premium Air Department to ensure that flight departure times do not interfere with debark tours. Alternate location is possible for tea service. less

Enjoy four tours in one and all with choice and flexibility. See the city sites by double-decker bus and the tiny coastal village of Peggy’s Cove by motorcoach, and even take in some shopping. From the moment you leave the pier, your kilted guide will point out interesting sites and vistas all the way to Peggy’s Cove. As you arrive, you’ll see for yourself the impressive rock formations and coastal beauty of this rustic working fishing village. Here you can enjoy leisure time on your own, exploring the unique galleries and shops, taking photos, talking to the local fisherman or trying the famous gingerbread. If you wish, your guide will offer you a brief a live lobster demonstration. While back at the pier and at your leisure, have the city’s entire double-decker bus fleet at your service and your ticket is good all day. This great guided tour by double-decker offers you three separate 30-minute tour choices with over 12 stops. The 'All About Town Loop' tour takes you to all the city’s main points of interests. The 'Waterfront Loop' guides you along the city’s historic waterfront with several scheduled stops on route. Or take the 'Changing of the Guard Loop' allowing you time to witness the pageantry and precision of the changing of the guard at the Halifax Citadel, one of Canada’s most beloved national historic sites. Whatever you decide, whether it’s spending time shopping in the many unique boutiques along Spring Garden Road, strolling along the picturesque waterfront, or uncovering the city’s history at the Town Clock, St. Paul’s Church and beauty of the Victorian-style Public Gardens, this tour offers you the best value. Note: The departure time indicated on your ticket is for the Peggy’s Cove by Coach portion of the tour which is 3 1/2 hours in length. Your double-decker experience is taken at your leisure before or after the trip to Peggy’s Cove, depending on your choice of a morning or afternoon Peggy’s Cove tour departure. The duration of the double-decker portion of the tour is really up to you. Double-decker buses depart the pier approximately every 15 to 30 minutes all day long. Optional admissions are not included at the various stops on this tour. On occasion, big pink motorcoaches may be used in conjunction with double-deckers on the Hop on, Hop off portion. less