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Canada & New EnglCruisande September 29 - October 10, 2020 10-night cruise including four private excursions Saguenay (La Baie), Quebec Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island Sydney, Nova Scotia Halifax, Nova Scotia Saint John, New Brunswick Bar Harbor, Maine Boston, Massachusetts Newport, Rhode Island Montreal, Quebec Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia DAY 1 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 FLIGHT TO MONTREAL Today we will transfer to the airport for our flight to Montreal, Canada. Upon arrival, our group will get settled into the hotel and then spend the remainder of the day exploring this exciting city at our leisure. Montreal offers one of North America’s most exciting food scenes, with an amazing variety of food markets, English pubs, Jewish delis, quaint cafés, and more, making dinner on your own this evening a fun adventure! Note: The airport location and airline will be confirmed approximately 9 months before departure. DAY 2 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 QUEBEC CITY, QUEBEC (BD) Following breakfast this morning, we will embark on a tour of this French-infused city that is brimming with culture. We’ll see some of the city’s most famous landmarks and admire the mix of old and new architectural styles before traveling to Quebec City to board the Norwegian Pearl for our 10-night cruise through Canada and New England. DAY 3 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 SAGUENAY (LA BAIE), QUEBEC (BLD) The city of Saguenay, formed in 2002, is comprised of three boroughs: La Baie, Chicoutimi, and Jonquiere. Chicoutimi and Jonquiere are situated on the shores of the Saguenay River and La Baie is found on the whimsically named, the Baie des Ha Ha! This French-speaking region is north of Quebec City and is considered a small oasis in the midst of the nearly uninhabited Canadian wilderness. Learn about the history of the area through a cultural stage show boasting 200 actors, an array of animals, and exciting audio-visual techniques. If local crafts pique your interest, a craftsman tour will introduce you to a glass blower, a cheese maker, and an alpaca farm where the soft wool is turned into sweaters, scarves, hats, mittens, and more. DAY 4 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 AT SEA (BLD) Today we experience life at sea and take advantage of the countless opportunities on board for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Attend a show, visit the spa, or try your luck at the casino. DAY 5 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 CHARLOTTETOWN, PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND (BLD) A private excursion is included today so we can experience the very best of Prince Edward Island. We will travel to the scenic North Shore and Prince Edward Island National Park to view rolling farmlands, stunning seascapes, tiny villages, and bustling harbors. Along the way, photo stops will be made at quaint little fishing villages, lighthouses, and the world-class Cavendish Beach. A highlight of the tour will be a visit to Green Gables House, which served as inspiration for Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery! The day will also include lunch at the Prince Edward Island Preserve Company, where locally grown fruit is made into delicious jams and marmalades. Our return to Charlottetown will have us discovering the history and charm of Canada’s birthplace as we drive past Province House, Beaconsfield, Great George Street, Charlottetown Driving Park, the Lieutenant Governor’s House, Victoria Park, the University of Prince Edward Island, and more. DAY 6 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 SYDNEY, NOVA SCOTIA (BLD) The coal industry brought immigrants from many parts of the world, giving Sydney a multicultural mix of over fifty ethnic backgrounds and a global flavor to its history. Located on Cape Breton Island, Sydney is also an ideal jumping-off point for scenic adventures. Excursion options include a trip to Baddeck to explore the Alexander Graham Bell Museum, a visit to the Fortress of Louisbourg, a scenic drive along the Cabot Trail, or a Sydney pub tour. Bar Harbor, Maine Newport, Rhode Island DAY 7 MONDAY, OCTOBER 5 HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA (BLD) Another private excursion is on the agenda as we join our kilted guide for an informative and fun-filled ride through the streets of Halifax that will immerse us in the history and culture of the city. We’ll see the Historic Properties, the Spring Garden Road area, Old Town Clock, St. Paul’s Church, Grand Parade, the busy port, the state-of-the-art Halifax Central Library, and much more. Highlights will include a stroll through the Victorian Public Gardens and a visit to the Citadel National Historic Site to learn about the origins of Halifax. We’ll then continue on to Peggy’s Cove to see the weather-worn fishing shacks, colorful buoys and lobster traps, awe-inspiring rock formations carved by glaciers, and the famous granite sculpture created by local resident William deGarthe. Lunch will be enjoyed overlooking one of the most photographed lighthouses in the world before we return to Halifax to visit the Fairview Lawn Cemetery where 121 passengers from the Titanic are buried. DAY 8 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 SAINT JOHN, NEW BRUNSWICK (BLD) Saint John's history is evident in its weather-worn look, passing the tests of salt air, sea winds, and a devastating fire that have all contributed to making Saint John the greatest little city in the east. Admire the gorgeous lighthouses, covered bridges, and wildlife as you cruise the Saint John River on a riverboat, learn the history of sugaring at a maple sugar farm, take a photography tour of New Brunswick, or take a foodies’ tour at the Old City Market. DAY 9 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7 BAR HARBOR, MAINE (BLD) Bar Harbor has retained much of its charm since its glory days of the 1900s, when America's elite vacationed here in opulent summer cottages. Surrounding the rock-bound harbor is the world-famous Acadia National Park where the opulence of nature is on display. Tour the park by motorcoach or board a horse-drawn carriage and head off the beaten path for the scenic ride along the park’s famous gravel byways built by John D. Rockefeller. Nature lovers may be interested in whale watching or a nature cruise, and history buffs will enjoy hearing tales of the lavish parties and opulent lifestyles in Bar Harbor during the Gilded Age. DAY 10 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS (BLD) Welcome to an American city where history truly comes to life. Our private excursion will begin with a Freedom Trail walking tour that will introduce us to museums, churches, meeting houses, and historic sites such as Paul Revere’s House and Old North Church. The tour will continue around the city to the USS Constitution, the Boston Tea Party ship, Boston Commons, the Cheers bar, Beacon Hill, and Newbury Street. We’ll then cross the Charles River to Cambridge to see MIT and Harvard University before making our way to the Boston Public Market for a foodie tour with tastings. A visit to Boston’s Little Italy will be followed by a stop at the Skywalk Observatory to take in the impressive views of the city! DAY 11 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9 NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND (BLD) During the 19th century, Newport served as the summer playground for the rich and famous. Residents displayed their fabulous wealth in the form of palatial estates overlooking the Atlantic. Today’s private excursion will include the opportunity to tour one of these Gilded Age mansions and venture along Ocean Drive to take in the spectacular views of the shoreline and the lavish homes. After a traditional lobster bake lunch, we will stroll along cliffs and walk down the famous Thames Street with its colorful shops, bars, restaurants, museums, and charming historic homes. We’ll round out our day with the International Tennis Hall of Fame, the church where Jackie Bouvier married John F. Kennedy, and the Castle Hill Lighthouse. DAY 12 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 HOME (B) We disembark the ship in New York City this morning and transfer to the airport for our flight home. Inclusions • Round-Trip Airport Transfers • Professional Tour Manager • Round-Trip Air to Montreal & • Assistance with Arranging Return From New York City Optional Shore Excursions (price based on air estimate of $500) • Porter Service of One Bag • Private Motorcoach Per Person at Hotel Transportation to Hotel/Pier, • Travel Protection Plan & on Montreal Tour • NCL’s Pick Two • 1 Night’s Accommodations (choice of two per cabin) On Land - Ultimate Beverage Package On Board • 1 Meal on Land & All Meals (20% gratuity included) On Board - Specialty Dining Package Per Person (Up to 4 meals in specialty restaurants. Tour Pricing Double Occupancy • 10-Night Cruise in Cabin Guests are responsible for 20% gratuity) Category of Choice - $50 Shore Excursion Credit (8 available) Cat. IA Inside (138-143 sq ft) $4,999 • Taxes & Gratuities for Included Per Port/Per Cabin (8 available) Cat. OA Oceanview (155-161Grand sq ft) Ole Opry$5,349 Services On Land & Cruise - 250 Minute Internet Package (8 available) Cat. BA Balcony (205 sq ft) $6,175 (Per Cabin) (excluding specialty dining package gratuity) - 20 Photo Package (Per Cabin) Non-members of Top of the Hill Club add $100 per person • Four Private Shore Excursions - $75 Onboard Credit (Per Cabin) with Transportation A $500 deposit per person is required with your registration form. FINAL PAYMENT IS DUE: MAY 15, 2020 Not included in the price of this tour: meals/beverages other than those listed on the itinerary, beverages other than tea or coffee with included meals on land/ship (unless onboard beverage package is chosen), 20% specialty dining package gratuity - $22.80/person (if chosen in Pick Two), For further information or questions, please call: items of a personal nature/souvenirs, personal services on board such as spa or hair-styling, optional Ellen Borkenhagen shore excursions (unless shore excursion voucher package is chosen), optional excursion driver/guide gratuities, phone calls and faxes from hotel/ship, current baggage fees at the airport as assessed by (507) 235-7577 the airline, and any service not listed in the above inclusions.