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View the absolute icons of New York from a water perspective while cruising the Hudson River and up close while driving through the heart of Manhattan. The Big Apple’s skyline will look especially dramatic from the boat as you will see One World Trade Center – the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere – looming in the background. Once you pass Lower Manhattan, you will cruise past Ellis Island and on to the Statue of Liberty, where the boat will pause long enough for you to take close-up photos of this inspiring beacon of freedom and hope. The bus will follow a route that also presents one landmark after another, including Times Square, the Empire State Building and Central Park, the urban oasis that famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted co-designed in 1858. You will hear insightful commentary throughout the tour and all the way to the airport.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise the Hudson River for an unforgettable water perspective of Manhattan.
• Snap photos while the boat stops as close as possible to the Statue of Liberty.
• See countless landmarks while riding through Manhattan.
• Pass Times Square, the Empire State Building and Central Park.
• Head to either JFK or LaGuardia airport in plenty of time for your flight.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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Follow one of the most spectacularly scenic roads on the east coast as it loops through Acadia National Park. You can expect to see one stunning view after another as you pass coastal highlights such as Sand Beach, Schooner Head Overlook and High seas, a colonial revival-style estate on the National Register of Historic Places. You will also enjoy magnificent views of Penobscot Mountains and the twin rounded mountains known as the Bubbles. If conditions permit, you will ascend even higher to Cadillac Mountain, which offers the best elevated viewpoint. It is the highest point along the North Atlantic seaboard and has the distinction of being the first place in the United States to watch the sunrise from early October through early March. While pausing at the summit, you will gaze out over Bar Harbor and the Porcupine Islands in the distance.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Admire the natural beauty of Acadia National Park while driving along its famed loop road.
• Enjoy spectacular views of the rocky coast and the stately Penobscot Mountains.
• Pause for photos atop Cadillac Mountain, which rises more than 1500 feet above the park.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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If you want to see and do it all in one day, this is the tour for you! Combining the best of the region’s rich history and heritage with natural beauty, this tour features the Top 10 things to see and do in Saint John and the Bay of Fundy. Discover favorites of locals and visitors alike, including Reversing Falls Rapids, a fishing village with a working harbor, the Bay of Fundy beach and sea caves of St. Martins, scenic vistas of the shoreline, charming, covered bridges and chatting with local vendors at the Saint John City Market. Hear about the rich military history as your tour takes you past key sites such as the Carleton Martello Tower and Fort Howe, see parts of North America’s first Geopark, named Stonehammer, take in the Victorian architecture of the historic district and enjoy a taste of Moosehead Beer at an Irish Pub.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See the Top 10 sights of Saint John & the Bay of Fundy.
• View the Sea Caves at St. Martins, carved by the highest tides in the world.
• Enjoy a sample of local Moosehead Beer at an Irish Pub.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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Experience a narrated excursion of Halifax, including a drive by Citadel Hill and the beautiful public gardens before heading out to Peggy’s Cove. On this tour you’ll travel along the scenic coastal highway to the tiny village of Peggy’s Cove, where less than 40 residents live year round. See the brightly colored houses nestled close to the water’s edge in this working rustic fishing village. As you enter the cove, drive by the monument carved by local artist William deGarthe from a massive slab of granite and a tribute to the people of Peggy’s Cove. Your guide will also tell you about the cove, explain how it got its name, tell you the story of the lighthouse and talk about the lobster fishery, which is the backbone of the local economy. Explore the village on your own and if you choose, there is plenty of time to visit a few of the shops and galleries before you return to your ship.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy commentary filled with local stories and history.
• Take in Atlantic Ocean views, rugged shorelines, and charming rural communities along the way.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Enjoy the highlights of Boston on this panoramic tour that takes you past the city's most important and scenic sites by land and sea. Passing by Boston’s busy waterfront, you’ll arrive at Long Wharf to embark on a one-hour harbor cruise. As your Captain expertly navigates this historic waterfront, your knowledgeable guide will point out the many landmarks of the Boston skyline and the surrounding harbor. See the steeple of the Old North Church, where Paul Revere had lanterns hung to signal that the British Redcoats were approaching, as well as a view of 'Old Ironsides' with the Bunker Hill Monument in the background. After your harbor cruise, you’ll drive to one of the city’s most attractive spots, Copley Square bordered by the architectural wonders of Trinity Church and the Boston Public Library. Through the upscale residential area of Back Bay and along Newbury Street, you’ll pass several boutiques and trendy cafes, as you make your way past Public Garden. In the heart of the city, lies one of the most elegant and wealthiest neighborhoods of the city, Beacon Hill. You’ll also pass by the gold dome of the Massachusetts State House and the old State House where the Boston Massacre took place. At the end of your tour, you’ll have the option to be dropped off at Quincy Market/Faneuil Hall on morning departures or return directly to the pier.

Explore the geological wonders and eerie formations in Crystal Caves and then spend hours relaxing at a series of beaches linked by footpaths and surrounded by a nature reserve.

After departing from the pier, you will enjoy a leisurely tender ride to St. George’s Island, the northernmost point of hook-shaped Bermuda. A short scenic drive will bring you to Crystal Caves, which were discovered in 1907 when a teenager tried to retrieve his cricket ball from a hole and found it led to a huge series of caverns.

You will have the opportunity to explore the wonders underground, which include a crystal-clear lake and a profusion of white stalactites eerily illuminated for added drama. Parts of the caves are accessed along a pontoon boardwalk that floats atop the lake, allowing a closer look at the geological formations underwater. As an alternative, you may remain above ground and meander the gardens and browse the gift shop.

. Continuing, you will soon arrive at the Clearwater Beach & Cooper’s Island Reserve, a secluded wedge of undeveloped land on Bermuda’s eastern end. The area contains six interconnected beaches, an idyllic setting to enjoy hours relaxing in the sun, doing whatever you please.

You may take a refreshing swim in the shallow waters, observe the marine life while snorkeling or simply lie back in a lounge chair and enjoy the serenity.

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Visit two of the grandest mansions of the Gilded Age, The Breakers and Marble House, both of which the Vanderbilt family built. You will first tour Marble House, which was designed to emulate a chateau on the grounds of the Palace of Versailles. Completed in 1892 at a cost exceeding $11 million, the mansion became the social and architectural landmark that transformed Newport from a quiet summer colony of wooden houses into a legendary resort of opulent palaces. You will next visit The Breakers, the grandest of Newport’s summer “cottages.” Cornelius Vanderbilt II commissioned the construction of the 70-room Italian Renaissance-style villa after being inspired by the 16th-century palaces of Genoa and Turin. You will enjoy self-guided audio tours in both mansions that provide insight into the lives of the Vanderbilts and this fascinating time in American history.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore two fabulous mansions built for the Vanderbilts.
• Discover some of the Vanderbilt history.
• Enjoy self-guided audio tours at your own pace.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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Cruise the nutrient-rich waters off the rocky shores of Maine looking for whales, dolphins and seals that feed there in great numbers. As you head out to sea, you will pass the Old Sow, the Western Hemisphere’s largest tidal whirlpool, a phenomenon caused by the enormous range of the turbulent tides and the physical characteristics of the ocean floor. Still, whales are the star attractions of this cruise. Species such as humpbacks and minkes frequent these waters to gorge on the abundant plankton and fish larvae carried in the coastal currents. It is a breathtaking sight to see humpback whales acrobatically breaching the water’s surface, waving their flukes up and down, and feeding to fatten up for their winter migration south. Minke whales are smaller, but no less impressive. They have sharply pointed snouts that appear first when they breach. Be sure to look for porpoises, seals and bald eagles as well.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise into waters typically teeming with whales, porpoises, and seals.
• Keep an eye out for humpbacks, minkes and other species of whales that feed there.
• Look for other marine life and sea birds, too.
• See where the Old Sow, the Western Hemisphere’s largest tidal whirlpool, occurs.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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Get a wonderful overview of Portland during a panoramic driving tour, and then enjoy free time shopping in Kennebunkport, an equally picturesque coastal village. Your tour commences with a scenic drive through the Old Port, a former warehouse district that is now home to quaint restaurants, unique stores, and art galleries. Continuing, you will pass through the New Arts District, the heart of Portland’s cultural resurgence, and pause for photos at Portland Head Light, Maine’s oldest lighthouse. You will make another photo stop at the extraordinary Wedding Cake House in Kennebunkport. With its carved buttresses, spires, and lacy spandrels, this 1826 home is one of the most photographed buildings in the state. Just as famous is the George H.W. Bush family summer estate, which you will pass on the way to Dock Square, where you will enjoy free time to shop and dine on your own.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See Portland’s best, most characteristic architecture.
• Pause for photos at Maine’s oldest lighthouse.
• Spend about 1½ hours of free time exploring Kennebunkport.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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Browse the only living history museum for the Gaelic culture in North America, a setting that captures the spirit of the pioneering Scottish Gaels. The unique Highland Village Museum sprawls across 43 acres in the Bras d’Or Lakes region in the center of Cape Breton Island. You will be free to explore this fascinating folklore center independently, which will allow you to concentrate on the attractions that you find most appealing. The 11 buildings include 18th- and 19th-century farmhouses, a period wooden church, a shingle mill and a forge. Costumed guides are in each one, eager to explain the joys and challenges of life for the early Gaelic settlers and how the culture changed over the years. You might watch them weaving, dying wool and working with traditional livestock such as long-haired Highland cattle and rare Soay sheep. The guides will also be happy to teach you some Gaelic phrases.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Get a glimpse of the island’s early Gaelic culture at the outdoor Highland Village Museum.
• Explore independently and focus on the attractions that sound most interesting to you.
• Browse historical buildings with period furnishings for a look at the early Gaelic lifestyle.
• Watch costumed guides perform traditional chores such as tending livestock.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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See many of the key attractions that define Saguenay, especially in its decidedly French Chicoutimi district. Saguenay lies at the tip of a majestic fjord where the waters of the Saguenay and the Saint Lawrence rivers meet, and as you drive through the charming town the guide will elaborate on the fjord’s importance to trade through the centuries. Upon reaching Chicoutimi, you will pause for photos of the Little White House that survived the devastating floods of 1996. The house is now considered a symbol of perseverance. A photo stop will also be made at the Pulp Mill of Chicoutimi. Founded in 1898, in this historic industrial area, you will learn about how the early 20th century brought exploitation of the river with logging, the pulp and paper industries, and aluminium production. The mill played an important role in the development of the area. Also noted as the first French Canadian owned Pulp Company the mill produced a high-quality pulp that was exported throughout the world. You will also pass the Ha! Ha! Pyramid, a contemporary art piece that commemorates the destructive flood. The whimsical pyramid is constructed with thousands of Yield Road signs. during this tour you will see a 19th-century pulp mill that helped spur development throughout this part of Canada.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Discover how the fjord in this area spurred trade over the centuries.
• Gain an understanding of the 1996 flood that caused widespread devastation in Saguenay.
• See a whimsical pyramid-shaped art installation that commemorates the flood.
• Photo stop at the historic Chicoutimi Pulp Mill, a key site in the region’s industrial heritage.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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Experience the very best of the island on this delightful tour! Learn about the famous fictional character Anne of Green Gables, see the sandy beach and red cliffs at Prince Edward Island National Park and enjoy a delicious traditional lobster lunch. En route, soak up the Island’s spectacular scenery and learn about island life from your local guide. You’ll drive through Charlottetown, Canada’s birthplace, before traveling into the countryside. View rolling farmlands, stunning seascapes, tiny villages, bustling harbors and enjoy a stop at a working fishing harbor. Visit Green Gables, the homestead that is featured prominently in Lucy Maud Montgomery’s book, Anne of Green Gables. Explore the rooms in the house or take a stroll down lover’s lane. Take in the stunning scenery at the beaches of Prince Edward Island National Park, gazing across the white sandy shore and sapphire blue water to the red sandstone cliffs. Enjoy a delicious lobster lunch at the Prince Edward Island Preserve Company, an island landmark. This 1913 butter factory is now a shop showcasing island products, including preserves. Take your time to browse the shop and take in the beautiful gardens before returning to Charlottetown.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Learn about the famous fictional character Anne of Green Gables.
• See the sandy beach and red cliffs at Prince Edward Island National Park.
• Enjoy a delicious traditional lobster lunch.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Weather appropriate attire.
• Comfortable Walking shoes and light jacket recommended.