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The pages of history and stunning natural beauty blend seamlessly as you cruise to Canada & New England to see the color-drenched shores with Princess. Visit the iconic lighthouse at Peggy's Cove in Halifax, return to the Gilded Age in Newport and stroll down Boston's historic Freedom Trail. On board New England cruises, you'll dine like a New Englander on succulent crab cakes and lobster as the allure of the northern seaboard embraces you.

Canada & New England

Discover the beauty of Canada and New England with a variety of itineraries to choose from in both summer and fall. See New England's most scenic coastlines, taste Maine’s famous lobster, and visit some of the most iconic lighthouses. Explore Cape Breton Island (Sydney) or enjoy an overnight in Quebec City. The options are endless on cruises to Canada & New England with Princess. 

American Heritage

Calling all history buffs - follow the Founding Fathers' footsteps around the historic Virginia triangle and visit Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg on excursions through Norfolk. This unique itinerary sails from New York in the summer and visits popular ports where history was made. Explore the Freedom Trail in Boston, Fort Sumter in Charleston and more to gain a deeper understanding of what shaped America.

Remote, vibrant and rich, Greenland is unlike anywhere else. Cruises to Greenland — the world's largest island — offer views of scenic fjords in Qaqortoq, storybook cottage sightings in Nuuk and strolls through the colorful fields of Nanortalik. Explore Greenland's quaint and unique beauty, and experience its indigenous culture with Princess, the cruise line that visits the most ports in Greenland. 

Canada & New England cruisetours

Explore more of Canada & New England, before or after your cruise, with a cruisetour vacation. Stay overnight in historic towns such as Williamsburg and Gettysburg, or spend time enjoying the stunning Niagara Falls and Montreal, to savor all of Canada & New England’s beauty.

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Discover the City of New York

A leading global metropolitan city, New York City influences the world’s commerce, finance, culture, fashion and entertainment. Sail roundtrip from the city that never sleeps and discover world-famous landmarks like the New York Stock Exchange or Statue of Liberty. Explore iconic neighborhoods, and see the city through the eyes of the locals.

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Enjoy Quebec City

Feel like you’ve traveled to France without leaving North America. Duck into a café for wine and brie, and explore the architecture of Old Québec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the beautiful Quebéc City before you set sail on a 10-14 day Canada & New England cruise . 

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Explore the charms of New England

Discover the historic and cultural treasures and the quaint New England charm Boston has to offer. A city known for attracting history buffs, academics, sports fanatics and beer drinkers is now also calling foodies, outdoor enthusiasts, music lovers and cultural travelers to experience its beauty before embarking on a Canada & New England cruise.

Cruise to iconic rocky coastlines

Cruise Eastern Canada and discover a decidedly French influence, from the idyllic coastal villages of Nova Scotia to the Rue St. Louis in Québec City. See the best-known sights, such as the lighthouse at Peggy's Cove in Halifax or the churches of Saint John.

Revisit history from Colonial times

Cruise New England and discover America's roots along its rocky coastline. Visit historic cities like Philadelphia, home of the Liberty Bell, the house where Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence, as well as the great melting pot of New York City.

Savor fresh regional seafood

The quaint New England of earlier times is alive and well in charming port cities, like Portland and Newport. Grab a bowl of clam chowder or a lobster roll, or enjoy fresh Maine blueberries.

Abundant adventures ashore

Step back in time to the Gilded Age in Newport. For Anne of Green Gables fans, Charlottetown is a reader’s paradise. Make a day of it in Québec City, as you roam the narrow cobbled lanes and venture into Chateau Frontenac - a National Historical Site. And on itineraries with More Ashore Late Night calls, we stay until at least 9 p.m. in port so you can also experience some of the fabulous nightlife.

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Immerse yourself in America’s roots as you tour the nation’s capital, interact with early settlers at a living history museum, visit Independence Hall in Philadelphia, and stand on the same soil as Thomas Jefferson at his Monticello estate, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Enjoy a Canadian cruise into the thunderous mist of Niagara Falls then visit Canada’s historic UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Old Québec, the only walled city in North America, and Rideau Canal, built after the War of 1812 to help protect Canada from U.S. military attack.

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Boston Shore Excursions: History and Baseball

Book a Canada and New England cruise from Princess Cruises and explore Boston, Massachusetts. Boston shore excursions feature Fenway Park tours and more.

Halifax Shore Excursions: Explore the History of Nova Scotia

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Consider these Newport shore excursions on your New England cruise with Princess. Enjoy your day in Newport to the fullest with these shore excursions.

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On a Canada cruise, discover a taste of Paris in the restaurants and cafés of Montréal. Or cruise Canada’s West Coast and visit bustling Vancouver. Take high tea in Victoria and wander the world-famous Butchart Gardens. Cruise the inland waterways of the St. Lawrence River. Enjoy a horse-drawn trolley ride through the streets of Halifax. From the Atlantic to the Pacific, the US border to the Arctic Circle, Canada awaits your exploration. 

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Rich in maritime history, hockey culture, seafood selections and stunning fall foliage, Canada's coastal provinces are worth a visit, particularly for travelers who aren't sure where to begin touring, given the country's massive size.

The best way to see several Canadian highlights in one trip is on a cruise, where you unpack once, your accommodations travel with you and dinner awaits at the end of a fun day in port.

You'll typically see a sailing to Canada billed as a Canada/New England cruise, as most voyages include a mix of ports from both regions.

What are Popular Activities in Canada?

There's lots to see on a Canada cruise, and options abound. In Halifax, you might hop on a bus tour that touches on the port's maritime ties and hits several highlights, such as Citadel Hill and Fairlawn Cemetery, where more than 100 Titanic victims are buried.

In Charlottetown, you won't want to miss a visit to the "Anne of Green Gables" house, and if you're in Montreal at night, the Notre Dame Basilica's AURA light show is an absolute must.

When is a Good Time to Cruise to Canada?

Although Canada sailings are generally offered from May through October, autumn is the best time to go. Temperatures are cooler, and if you time it right, you can take in the breathtaking fall foliage with its fiery red, orange and yellow hues.

What are Popular Ports in Canada?

The most popular ports include Halifax, Saint John, Quebec City, Prince Edward Island's Charlottetown and Sydney. A handful of American ports -- such as Bar Harbor and Portland, Maine -- are also offered on some Canada itineraries.

Canadian ports along the west coast can also be found on Alaska itineraries, whether it's Dawson or Whitehorse in the Yukon Territory or Vancouver and Victoria in British Columbia. The Canadian Rockies, including Banff National Park, make an excellent pre- or post-Alaska cruise tour on the Rocky Mountaineer train line.

Where do Canada cruises depart from?

Most Canada cruises actually begin and end in the United States, often sailing roundtrip from Boston. Other departure ports for Canada itineraries include Baltimore, New York, Bayonne and Fort Lauderdale's Port Everglades in the U.S., as well as Montreal and Quebec City in Canada.

What are Tips to Find Cruise deals to Canada?

Here are our best tips for finding a cheap cruise or cruise deal to Canada. If you book a “guaranteed cabin” (they select for you), a cabin on a lower deck or sail on an older ship from a brand you like, then you can get the best price for a specific cruise to Canada. Last minute cruises deals to Canada appear as you get closer to the sail date, usually 1-2 weeks in advance. Taking a cruise to Canada in the shoulder season (before or after the peak season) can also be a great way to find a cruise deal.

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Canada is the land of glacial-fed lakes, incredible coastlines, French-speaking cities and friendly locals. Nicknamed the Great White North, the world's second-largest country is full of colonial and indigenous history. Cruise to Canada to step into 17th-century Notre Dame Cathedral in Montreal, and wander the European-styled Old Town in Quebec City. Venture out of the urban centres and explore the country's wild terrain. Traverse 80 miles of trails in St John's, Newfoundland. Mountain-bike up Bear Mountain in Victoria, British Columbia. Or go zip-lining in the Coast Mountains outside Vancouver.

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The Call of the Wild

Only 10 per cent of Canada is urbanized, which means there are endless rural and remote escapes and travel adventures to experience across the country. Whether you're a winter sports enthusiast, an avid hiker or admirer of nature's beauty, you're sure to find an adventure fit for you.  

Hit the Powder

Vancouver is also home to several ski mountains, including Cypress and Grouse Mountain, both of which make for a doable day trip. In the country's east, Quebec City is not far from Stoneham Mountain Resort and Mont Tremblant.

A Whale of a Good Time

On both Canada's east and west shores, the whale-watching is world-class. Head to Nanaimo, British Columbia, and sight orcas and humpbacks off Vancouver Island. Or check out the Saguenay-St Lawrence Marine Park is Saguenay, Quebec, where belugas live year-round and other whales travel to come feed each season from May to October.

Play in the Parks

Canada is home to 40 national parks, as well as over 1,000 provincial and territorial parks. Head to La Mauricie National Park outside Quebec City to go kayaking on its forest-surrounded lakes, and hike past dunes and marshes in Prince Edward Island National Park. The fall foliage is especially spectacular in these places.

Connect with the Culture

Besides being a haven for outdoor adventures and activities, there are many urban epicenters in Canada that will immediately captivate you. Transport yourself to French colonial times in Quebec's Old City, and feel the pulse of life in modern metropolises like Montreal and Vancouver during your holiday.  

Feel French

Test your high school French in Quebec, where you'll find European-inspired architecture and French treats galore. Visit Canada and soak in the fairytale vibe of Chateau Frontenac, or pick up a buttery, flaky almond croissant for fuel as you stroll past the Parliament Building and other sights on the oldest streets in North America.

Press Play on the Past

Learn more about Canada's natural and anthropological history at places like the Museum of Anthropology in Vancouver, the Maritime Museum of British Columbia and Montreal's Maison Saint-Gabriel Museum, a humble farmhouse that recreates daily life circa 1658.

Quirky and Cultural

Canada's West Coast urban centre, Vancouver is full of unusual to-dos. Walk above the treetops on the thrilling Capilano Suspension Bridge. Marvel at the brightly painted totem poles in Stanley Park. See the Gastown Steam Clock, which puts on a show of steam and whistles chimes every quarter-hour.

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EBe charmed by Canada's cities, where you can spend a day brunching and skiing in Vancouver or marveling at the French-inspired cities of Montreal and Quebec on the East Coast.s.

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Start in Seattle and visit Victoria , British Columbia's historic capital city. Alternatively, cruise from Vancouver up the Inside Passage to Alaska and extend your week-long cruise to see more of Vancouver.

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Northeast cruises in Canada usually include New England adventures as well. See the quiet maritime provinces of Nova Scotia , New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island , and explore their windswept coastlines. Cruise from New York to explore the Northeast landscape.

Like its southern neighbour, tipping is customary in Canada, and a 15 to 20 per cent tip is expected at restaurants.

Canada uses both metric and imperial systems, but the weather is in Celsius, and speed limit signs are in kilometres per hour.

You'll find that some establishments across the country accept the United States dollar as well.

FOR FOODIES Bon Appetit

With both British and French influences, Canadian cuisine is known for its heartiness and generous portions. You'll also find an emphasis on top-notch ingredients, from the cold-water salmon of Vancouver to the wild berries and oysters of the East Coast.

Pile on the Poutine

Known as Canada's national dish, poutine is a delightfully indulgent French-Canadian dish found from coast-to-coast that includes three ingredients: French fries, cheese curds and gravy. What more do you need, really?

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Montreal cuisine isn't just about recreating French classics, of course. The city has its own specialities, including Montreal-style bagels – thinner and crunchier than their American counterparts – and smoked meats and fish, such as bacon or salmon.

Sweet Treats

Canadians love their sweets. Try the no-bake Nanaimo Bar, which originated in Vancouver Island's Nanaimo. Don't miss the butter tarts, small pie-shaped pastries topped with raisins and walnuts or pecans. Or go in for a BeaverTail, a deep-fried, hand-stretched dough often topped with sugar and cinnamon or lemon.

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Everything you need to know to maximize your cruise experience in 2024

Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or inveterate world cruiser, these tips will help you have more fun onboard and on excursions

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Whether you are cruising on a mega-ship loaded with adrenaline-pumping activities, or a small vessel lavishing intimate vibes, these tips will help you get the most out of your trip.

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If your itinerary visits foreign ports of call, it’s worth checking with individual country consulates for visa requirements. It’s possible the cruise line may cover visa requirements for the ship’s guided excursions, but not if you venture out independently.

Plan to arrive early

It’s worth arriving a day early at your embarkation point, even if it is in North America. Most cruise lines start boarding around noon and depart around the dinner hour. If your flight is delayed, the ship will not wait for you. You may need to arrange a flight or ground transportation to meet the ship at the next port at your own expense.

If you’ve bought the flight inclusive air-sea package, the cruise line bears responsibility to get you to the next port. If several air-sea passengers are delayed, the ship may postpone the departure. After booking, note your ship’s toll-free emergency number in case you have to inform them of a delay.

Think of the extra day as an extension of your holiday, a pre-holiday holiday if you will.  You’ve paid for that first cruise day. Enjoy it to the max, feeling rested and raring to go. You’ll appreciate the day to unwind, perhaps take a walk or use the time to explore the port city. For example: for the Port of Miami, explore South Beach, or stroll through colourful Wynwood Walls, Miami’s street art museum.

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If your cruise departs overseas, arriving two or three days early allows you to get over any jet lag, while giving you time to explore a new country. It’s worth considering the cruise line’s pre-cruise packages, as they include transfers from the airport to a well-situated hotel with full breakfast, a guided city tour, plus transfers to the cruise ship, and back to the airport after the cruise. For a recent Viking cruise on the Seine River, my Paris pre-cruise package – which originally seemed pricey – proved economical. In the height of the season, my package cost less than I would have paid for the same hotel room alone.

First things first

As soon as possible after booking, sign in to the cruise line’s reservation system or mobile app. This allows you to pre-book your preferred options.

The most desirable activities book up quickly. These may include specialty restaurant reservations, art or culinary classes, theatre productions, excursions, or once-in-a-lifetime experiences including submarine dives or helicopter flight-seeing. When it comes to excursions, book your top choices as soon as possible. For example, if you dream of visiting Rome on a Mediterranean cruise that stops in Civitavecchia, don’t chance missing out on your preferred guided excursion or a shuttle to the city centre.

While the ship’s app may have a calendar to peg your choices, it’s helpful to print out a simple calendar based on the cruise itinerary, noting the ship’s departure time from each port.

Book your boarding time as soon as possible to maximize your first day on board.

Research port excursions and activities

Research each port before booking the cruise line’s excursions. While excursions may be pricey, they can be time efficient. For example, Barcelona is easily explored independently, but if you’re keen to understand Gaudi’s architectural influence, the paid excursion takes you from place to place for a comprehensive view.

Independent touring may be best if you have specific interests in nature, culture, or history. Consider booking a private guide ahead of the voyage. Two companies with credible reputations for their English-speaking guides are ToursByLocals and Viator.

If you explore independently note the cruise departure time. Before taking a taxi to a remote area, ensure you can get a ride back.

Embarkation day – Let the fun begin

At the cruise terminal, prepare to show your passport, cruise ticket, pre-printed boarding pass, and credit card for onboard expenses. Be aware of the currency used for onboard charges. Most cruise lines charge in US dollars while some Europe-based ships (including Explora Journeys) may charge in Euros.

Your room may not be ready, so bring a bag with swimsuit, hat, suntan lotion, and your needs for the day. Your suitcase will be wisked away by porters. So, keep with you all essentials including medications, valuables, smart phone, and other technology.

After boarding, you will find lunch served in various locations, including the main pool deck.

Boarding time is when many people rush to book excursions, spa treatments, specialty restaurants, art or culinary classes, and – for mega-ships – reserve seating for theatre productions and ice shows. If you haven’t done so before boarding now is the time.

If you miss getting dinner reservations in a special Asian, French, Italian or steakhouse restaurant, try lunch, which is usually cheaper anyway. Spa treatments and access to the thermal suite – which may have a sauna, ice room and therapeutic pool – are most popular on sea days. If you’re budget conscious, wait to check the ship’s daily rosters for discount deals, usually given on port days.

Beverage packages

Before sailing, consider your drinking habits. Aside from all-inclusive cruises, most lines offer various packages including spirits, wine, beer and/or artisan coffee and tea. Unless you anticipate drinking a lot, you may be better off paying per drink. While it’s easy to flash your room card for a drink, you can economize by visiting self-serve stations for included water, juices, tea and regular coffee. Or enjoy your libations when discounted at happy hour specials.

Read the fine print

Unless your cruise is totally all-inclusive, beware of hidden costs, such as gratuities for beverages and spa services, or charges to access therapeutic pools, fitness classes or adult sundecks. Check your chits, especially for drinks or spa services, which may inconspicuously include a space for “optional” or second tip.

Wi-Fi communications at sea

Whatever your roaming package, use the ship’s Wi-Fi plan. Put your phone on airplane mode before boarding and sync to the cruise ship’s Wi-Fi. Leave it that way throughout the cruise, as even a second of satellite transmission may cause huge fees. Onboard Wi-Fi plans usually allow email, calling, social media, and internet surfing. The trick to saving pricey internet time is to create and save all the emails you want to send in a note or document file while offline. Then after you do log on, copy and paste the information into the email for a quick “send.”

Savvy packing

Check the dress code. Ensure you have layers and gear for the anticipated excursions. All ships have launderettes or laundry services. If you like to rinse favourite items in the sink, pack a plastic hanger or two to give them shape while drip drying.

Though it sounds tedious, bring everything you may possibly need: camera batteries, sunscreen, moisturizer, Tylenol, aspirin, Band-Aids, allergy medicine, lozenges, seasickness pills, plus emergency antidotes for constipation or diarrhea. Such items are pricey on board. With new ecology sustainability measures: some cruise lines no longer supply shower caps, or body lotion. Most of all, pack your patience and a smile.

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Best Canada and New England cruise excursions

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The cruise season in Canada and New England may be brief — most ships visit between July and October — yet tour opportunities for everything from historical immersion to outdoor adventure abound. The best Canada and New England cruise excursions are as varied as the states and provinces you’ll visit.

Options include Revolutionary War landmarks in Boston, whale watches in New Brunswick’s Bay of Fundy, “Anne of Green Gables” lore on Prince Edward Island and atmospheric old towns in French-speaking Quebec. And, of course, you’ll find plenty of scenic drives, walks and boat trips to admire the gorgeous fall foliage from late September to late October.

Whether you prefer vibrant cities, charming coastal hamlets or unspoiled natural landscapes, New England and Canada cruises offer access to all three. If your tour does not include snacks, make sure to save time to taste the region’s iconic treats — lobster rolls, clam chowder and all things maple. No matter which tour you choose, remember to dress for changeable weather and wear comfortable but sturdy shoes.

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Here are the best Canada and New England cruise excursions to introduce you to all the region has to offer.

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Newport, Rhode Island

Grand mansions and newport highlights tour.

The excesses of the Gilded Age live on in Newport’s magnificent landmark mansions, which were “summer cottages” built by the Astors, Vanderbilts, Morgans and other titans of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Book a tour to step inside one of these impressive homes.

Most tours include a panoramic bus ride through the scenic Ocean Drive historic district, where sights include the Tennis Hall of Fame and Trinity Church. Next, along Bellevue Avenue, you’ll admire elegant mansions and the Gothic-style St. Mary’s Church, where John and Jacqueline Kennedy married in 1953.

You’ll finish your tour with a visit to a historic mansion. Examples include The Elms, modeled after an 18th-century French chateau and built in 1901, and Rosecliff, designed by architect Stanford White and completed in 1902.

Important to know: Most mansion excursions last two and a half hours and combine easy sightseeing by bus with a walking tour of a mansion. Many mansion tours are self-guided and require you to download the Newport Mansions app to your smartphone and listen to the audio tour with earbuds.

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Newport Cliff Walk and The Breakers

If you prefer to sightsee by foot and love oceanfront vistas, a Newport Cliff Walk and The Breakers excursion will put you center stage. You can admire Narragansett Bay on one side and the famed mansions of Newport on the other.

While the entire Cliff Walk spans 3.5 miles along the scenic coastline, this guided excursion typically covers just 1.25 miles as you pass the backyards of some of Bellevue Avenue’s most celebrated mansions. The walk ends with a tour of The Breakers, an Italian Renaissance palazzo built in 1895 by Cornelius Vanderbilt II. It features 70 rooms, 27 fireplaces and a central Great Hall with a 50-foot ceiling.

Important to know: Most Cliff Walk and The Breakers excursions last three hours. The Cliff Walk is flat and paved in this section, but comfortable footwear is a must since this tour involves more than two hours of walking and standing.

Boston, Massachusetts

Freedom trail walking tour.

Do you love American history? Will you be cruising with school-age kids? A port call in Boston offers a chance to learn about major historic events, such as when the colonies battled for independence from England almost 250 years ago.

A guided walking tour along the city’s famed Freedom Trail lets you discover 16 historical sites. These include Boston Common, the Massachusetts State House, the Old South Meeting House (where a gathering sparked the Boston Tea Party in 1773) and the Old North Church. The latter is where Paul Revere placed two lanterns to signal that the British were approaching by sea during his midnight ride on April 18, 1775.

Important to know: Freedom Trail walking tours generally last three and a half hours and cover a distance of 2 to 2.5 miles at a moderate pace. The walk generally ends near Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, so you might have time to explore on your own before returning to your ship.

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Fenway Park and Boston highlights tour

Love ’em or hate ’em, the Boston Red Sox play in one of baseball’s most celebrated stadiums: Fenway Park. Book this popular New England cruise excursion, and you’ll find yourself among some of the sport’s most dedicated fans. All will be eager to step inside the oldest stadium in the major leagues, built in 1912.

You’ll see the dugouts, the press box, the manually operated scoreboard, Pesky’s Pole in right field and the 37-foot-tall left-field wall known as the Green Monster. On your way to and from Fenway, you’ll also take in some of Boston’s top historic sites from inside your bus with guided commentary.

Important to know: Family-friendly Fenway Park and Boston highlights tours are generally three and a half hours and involve some walking within the stadium. Tours do not include an actual game, and some areas may be off limits due to activity within the stadium.

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Portland, Maine

Portland highlights and lighthouse tour.

Aside from its lobster, Maine is perhaps best known for the lighthouses that dot its rugged coastline. This sightseeing tour showcases a picturesque landmark that has long protected sailors from meeting a tragic end, along with several popular Portland neighborhoods.

After enjoying a bus tour through downtown Portland — home to Victorian houses and a modern Arts District — you’ll drive along the scenic coast to Portland Head Light, Maine’s oldest lighthouse. Sitting in the onetime military outpost of Fort Williams, the Instagram-worthy landmark dates to 1791 and features beautiful grounds; there’s also a museum in the lighthouse keeper’s quarters.

Important to know: These scenic tours are generally two hours, and much of that time is spent on the bus. The museum entrance fee ($2) is not always included in the tour cost.

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Exploring Kennebunkport is a popular daytrip from Portland. Cruise lines offer several shore excursions to this charming seaside village, perhaps best known as the summer residence of former President George H.W. Bush and first lady Barbara Bush.

Shorter excursions focus on the town’s 18th- and 19th-century sea captains’ mansions and offer free time to explore independently. They may also include a scenic sailing (the best way to have a look at the Bush compound at Walker’s Point).

Longer tours combine bus sightseeing with a scenic cruise, a clam chowder and lobster roll lunch, and free time to browse Kennebunkport’s shops and galleries.

Important to know: Kennebunkport is approximately a 45-minute drive from Portland, and excursions range from three to seven hours. If you plan to shop, ask the shore excursion desk how much free time will be allotted.

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Bar Harbor, Maine

Acadia national park.

Your cruise line is likely to offer a variety of excursions that explore Acadia National Park, the coastal preserve known for its 3,478 miles of shoreline and the 360-degree panoramic views from atop 1,530-foot Cadillac Mountain.

The easiest excursions involve sightseeing from a bus (or an executive minicoach on a small-group tour) and generally cover the 27-mile Loop Road and/or coastal highlights. The most strenuous involve hikes or bike rides. Another option is an excursion that combines a Loop Tour in Acadia with an authentic lobster bake lunch.

Important to know: Acadia National Park tours range from two to four hours and the visibility from atop Cadillac Mountain depends on weather conditions. Additionally, the park regulates the number of buses allowed to stop atop the mountain, so in September and October (foliage season) tour buses are not always allowed there.

Kayaking in Frenchman Bay

Active, outdoors-loving cruisers can opt to paddle the waters surrounding Mount Desert Island, considered one of the top sea kayaking spots on the East Coast.

Local outfitters provide stable tandem (two-person) kayaks; you’ll be instructed on how to perfect a fluid stroke and glide past the scenic coastline off of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Keep your eyes open for local residents, such as harbor seals, porpoises and bald eagles.

Important to know: Kayaking tours typically last two and a half to three hours and are considered a strenuous excursion. Anyone in good physical condition (upper body strength is key) can participate, and beginners are welcome. You’ll hear instructions from a professional guide and get a dry bag.

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Saint John, New Brunswick

Whale watching by zodiac on the bay of fundy.

From June to October, the Bay of Fundy is home to hundreds of finback and minke whales; humpbacks arrive in late summer. So, a port call here offers an opportunity to view these magnificent creatures as they feed and play.

The Zodiacs (some tours also use larger vessels or catamarans) depart from Saint Andrews, about 75 minutes from Saint John. You have a 90% or greater chance of spotting whales as you zip around the bay for two hours. You might also see seals, porpoises and eagles. Most tours allow you free time to explore the picturesque seaside town of Saint Andrews, and some include a snack or lunch — typically seafood chowder.

Important to know: Whale watching by Zodiac tours are generally six or seven hours long, and the Zodiacs do have fixed chairs (some with shock absorption). This makes them suitable for most adults without major back or mobility issues and older children (generally ages 9 and above).

Reversing Falls, St Martins sea caves and the Bay of Fundy

Fallsview Park’s dynamic reversing rapids are a must-see when visiting Saint John. Your cruise line will likely offer a variety of Bay of Fundy tours, but look for one that combines a visit to the park with a drive to the small town of Saint Martins.

The Reversing Rapids is what happens when the Saint John River meets the strong and dramatic tides of the Bay of Fundy. The exchange of water flowing into the bay at low tide and back from the bay at high tide creates a series of rapids and whirlpools.

The highlight in Saint Martins is the Sea Caves, dramatic formations carved into the red-hued cliffs by the tides. You’ll walk along the pebble-strewn beach — and even into the cave entrances if your visit is at low tide — and afterward enjoy a hearty bowl of seafood chowder. Saint Martins is also home to several covered bridges and gift shops. Before returning to your ship, you’ll visit the circa-1876 Old City Market in Saint John.

Important to know: Saint Martins is about 70 minutes from Saint John and tours generally last five to six hours. The sights you’ll see are dependent on the daily tide schedules and the weather (fog is not uncommon). While this is a moderate activity, some walking is involved, especially to reach the sea caves from the rocky beach.

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Peggy’s cove.

Peggy’s Cove, a coastal village dating back to 1811, has inspired numerous painters and photographers. It’s also a popular Canadian cruise excursion destination.

Your ship will likely offer several different excursions here, from a scenic coastal drive and tour to a longer option that allows time to savor a delicious lobster lunch and explore the town’s shops and galleries on your own. A highlight is the circa-1914 lighthouse set atop an impressive rocky outcropping. Back in Halifax, some tours also do a drive-by of Province House, where the Nova Scotia House of Assembly has gathered every year since 1819.

Important to know: Excursions to Peggy’s Cove range from three to seven hours. The drive from Halifax is about an hour each way, which means shorter tours offer very little time to actually explore the town.

Halifax Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus tour

Prefer to sightsee at your own pace? If so, book a tour that lets you utilize Halifax’s hop-on, hop-off vintage double-decker buses to explore the sights on its 90-minute loop.

The bus will take you to the Public Gardens, the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, the fashionable North End shopping district and the Fairview Lawn Cemetery, where 121 passengers who perished on the Titanic in April 1912 are laid to rest. Some cruise lines also add extras, such as fast-pass access to the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic — home to some Titanic memorabilia — and Citadel Hill National Historic Site — a star-shaped fortress constructed in 1856.

Important to know: Buses run every 30 minutes, so plan your stays at the various sights carefully to avoid wasting precious port time.

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Sydney, Nova Scotia

Cape breton island.

Nova Scotia’s rich Scottish-Gaelic history and culture come to life during a visit to Cape Breton Island. The area is in eastern Nova Scotia and is encircled by a roadway called the Cabot Trail.

Tours from Sydney, the island’s largest city, vary by cruise line. Still, highlights include the Bras d‘Or Lakes region, which is home to Highland Village — a cultural center and living history museum dedicated to early Gaelic settlement in Nova Scotia. You’ll also visit Baddeck village, the birthplace of Alexander Graham Bell, and can visit a museum that showcases his life and inventions.

Explore Baddeck’s shops and cafes on foot; then make a final stop at Seal Island for a photo-op atop Kelly’s Mountain overlooking Saint Ann’s Bay.

Important to know: Canada cruise excursions to Cape Breton last between four and seven hours, with a one-hour drive each way from and to the port in Sydney. A fair amount of walking is required, especially in Highland Village. Longer tours typically include lunch.

Fortress of Louisbourg

History buffs with a penchant for live reenactments can enjoy a guided excursion to the Fortress of Louisbourg, North America’s largest reconstructed 18th-century French fortified town.

The original fortress was built from 1720 to 1740 and once ranked as France’s most important military and trade center on the continent. The entire 12-acre complex, now a Canadian National Historic Site, is home to more than 50 period buildings. A wide range of characters dressed in mid-18th-century garb offer historical context as they reenact everyday life from almost 300 years ago.

Important to know:   The Fortress of Louisbourg is about 45 minutes away from Sydney. Excursions less than four hours may not offer enough time (just 30 to 45 minutes) to explore the complex independently after the guided tour ends. This excursion involves a significant amount of walking.

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Anne of green gables.

There are many reasons to visit Prince Edward Island, including its beach-fringed national parks and fresh-from-the-sea cuisine. But perhaps the biggest tourist draw, especially for literary enthusiasts, is Anne of Green Gables — the character created by PEI native Lucy Maud Montgomery in her series of books for young readers.

Feisty Anne, with her red pigtails and straw bonnet, remains beloved more than a century after her literary debut. Most cruise lines offer a variety of excursions to the place that inspired Montgomery, a farm estate now known as Green Gables Heritage Place. In addition to a museum that chronicles Montgomery’s life and literary works, this Canada National Historic Site encompasses the farm and surrounding woodlands that inspired the author.

Important to know: Tours are generally four to seven hours. If you’re a tried-and-true Anne fan, ensure the tour you book allows enough time to explore both the museum and grounds at Green Gables Heritage Place, about 40 minutes from Charlottetown. If your port call is long enough, you might also be able to book separate tickets for “Anne & Gilbert, The Musical,” staged in Charlottetown from late May to early October.

Charlottetown culinary tour

Charlottetown is an atmospheric spot to take a foodie walking tour and sample a variety of local specialties. On the menu: oysters, mussels, lobster rolls, french fries made with local PEI potatoes, craft beer and more. Tip: If you’re not completely full, stop at Cows to sample the local ice cream — and buy a bag of Cow Chips (chocolate-covered potato chips) to savor later.

Important to know: Foodie tours generally last about three hours and require you to walk about two miles.

Quebec City, Quebec

A stroll through old town.

You’ll feel like you’ve been transported back hundreds of years and across the Atlantic to France as you explore the photogenic streets of Quebec City’s Old Town with your guide.

Founded in 1608 by French explorer Samuel de Champlain, this UNESCO World Heritage Site charms visitors. Highlights include Lower Town’s Place Royale, the city’s first settlement, and Le Quartier Petit-Champlain, its first shopping street.

In Upper Town, you’ll explore sites that include the Place d’Armes, Dufferin Terrace and Place de l’Hotel de Ville, all while being mesmerized by the towering Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac. On some tours, you’ll head inside this landmark hotel — constructed in 1893 and inspired by the castles of France — for afternoon tea and pastries. Other strolls conclude with a wine tasting.

Important to know: These walking tours are generally about three hours across hilly and cobblestoned streets.

Montmorency Falls

Just 20 minutes from Quebec City in the rural Island of Orleans, known for its photogenic villages, Montmorency Falls cascades 270 feet down a cliff face into the Saint Lawrence River. The drop is one and a half times that of Niagara Falls.

Some tours here visit the base of the falls for a photo op, while others include a tram ride to the top for spectacular close-up views from a suspension bridge. Some Montmorency excursions also combine a visit to Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupre, a late-19th-century basilica considered one of the top Catholic shrines in North America. Others stop at a sugar shack where you can sample maple candy and other treats.

Important to know: Tours to Montmorency Falls are typically three to four hours long.

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Old Montreal walking tour

Montreal, the second-largest French-speaking city in the world after Paris, is also home to an atmospheric cobblestoned Old Town. This must-see neighborhood is known as Vieux-Montreal and dates to the city’s founding in 1642.

Here, you’ll find the landmark Place d’Armes and the neo-Gothic Notre-Dame Basilica (its interior is awash in heavenly blue). There’s also the Place Jacques-Cartier, lined with cafes. The adjacent Old Port, which stretches along the Saint Lawrence River, is a vibrant mix of historic and modern buildings.

Some Old Montreal walking excursions combine top sites with a culinary tour that can include tastes of everything from French pate and cheese to smoked meats and Portuguese natas (puff pastry).

Important to know: Walking tours of Old Montreal are usually two and a half to three hours in length, with most of that time spent on your feet.

Montreal highlights city tour

If walking tours aren’t your thing, you can also get a great overview of Montreal via a bus excursion that visits many of the city’s architecturally dynamic neighborhoods.

Notable spots include Old Montreal and Notre-Dame Basilica, the city’s modern downtown business district, leafy 500-acre Mount Royal Park, Golden Square Mile with its historic Victorian and Renaissance homes, and the east side with its iconic Olympic Stadium.

Important to know: City tours by bus generally last three hours and are mostly panoramic, meaning you’ll spend as much as two-thirds of your time on the bus. There might be three or four stops for photos and a quick visit to Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal.

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Public health reference tool for cruise ship operators 

On this page, cruise travel and public health, communicable disease resources, common communicable diseases, other communicable diseases, public health measures, other risk mitigation resources.

This public health reference tool compiles references to Canadian public health resources on communicable disease prevention. This information is being provided to cruise ship operators for general awareness purposes only. Resources shared as part of this tool are not industry-specific and guidance may need to be adapted to suit the context of a cruise ship.

The information in this tool is valid at the time of publication. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) will periodically review this webpage and make updates, as needed. It is good practice for cruise ship operators to regularly monitor current Canadian public health news, recommendations and regulatory requirements. This tool does not provide medical or legal advice. For more information:

• Public Health Agency of Canada
• List of Acts and Regulations

Cruise travel can pose various risks for the transmission of communicable diseases:

• through person-to-person contact, including from the spread of respiratory particles due to coughing, sneezing or speaking (i.e., through direct transmission)
• through contact with contaminated surfaces or objects, through airborne transmission, or through contaminated food and/or drinking water (i.e., through indirect transmission)

Cruise ship operators can mitigate risks of communicable disease transmission by:

• applying appropriate public health measures against communicable diseases like COVID-19, influenza (flu), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and noroviruses
• ensuring that planning and procedures are in place to manage outbreak situations

An effective public health framework can help protect the health of passengers and crew and minimize the risk of onward disease transmission during port visits.

The Government of Canada publishes disease-specific guidance and information that can help operators identify preventive strategies and mitigate risks. Links to resources on the prevention of communicable diseases in the context of cruise travel are shared below, including information on respiratory infectious diseases and gastrointestinal illness.

This section also includes links to infection control guidelines for communicable diseases that are less common. It is not intended to be a comprehensive representation of public health risks on board cruise ships.

For vaccine-preventable diseases, industry health professionals can also refer to the Canadian Immunization Guide for more information on recommendations for the immunization of travellers.

For further information:

• Infectious diseases
• Canadian Immunization Guide

Respiratory infectious diseases

Outbreaks of respiratory infectious diseases can occur at any time of the year on cruise ships. It is common for some respiratory infectious diseases to co-circulate on a seasonal cycle, including:

• Influenza (flu)
• Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)

Some respiratory infectious diseases of concern do not follow a seasonal cycle, such as:

Gastrointestinal illness

The sharing of a common food and water supply in the semi-enclosed setting of a cruise ship can lead to disease outbreaks. Cruise ship crew or passengers may present symptoms of acute gastrointestinal (GI) illness prior to and during a voyage, often diagnosed as a norovirus infection. Noroviruses are very contagious viruses that cause diarrhea and vomiting.

To learn more:

• Norovirus: Symptoms and treatment
• Mpox (monkeypox)

Clusters of mpox (monkeypox) cases have been reported in non-endemic countries. The majority of the cases reported outside of endemic areas have been in those who have had close or intimate contact with a person who has mpox. This disease is caused by a viral infection, and the most commonly presenting symptom is a rash.

Vector-borne diseases

Diseases can also be spread from one animal to another (e.g., humans) through an intermediary or vector – typically, a biting insect or tick. Mosquitos are a common disease vector, and can spread diseases such as:

• Dengue fever
• Chikungunya
• Yellow fever

Resources for preventing the spread of communicable diseases

This section provides references to Government of Canada resources on public health measures and other best practices that can be applied in cruise ship settings – e.g., against respiratory infectious diseases and gastrointestinal illnesses. The information on public health measures shared below is not intended to be exhaustive.

Hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette measures

Making health promotion materials (e.g., videos, audio, factsheets, and infographics) available throughout the ship can provide those onboard with instructions and reminders for hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette (i.e., covering coughs and sneezes and wearing a respirator or mask when symptomatic or in settings that are small, crowded, or poorly ventilated).

The Government of Canada has published guidance and health promotion material on hand hygiene:

• Hand washing and staying healthy
• Reduce the spread of COVID-19: Wash your hands infographic
• Reduce the spread of COVID-19: Wash your hands (video)

For information on masking:

• COVID-19 mask use: Types of masks and respirators
• COVID-19 mask use: How to make your mask fit properly
• COVID-19 mask use: How to choose, use and care for a mask
• COVID-19 mask use: Advice for community settings

Cleaning and disinfecting high-touch surfaces and objects

Environmental sanitation practices are important to reduce the risk of communicable diseases on board cruise ships. The routine cleaning and disinfection of surfaces and objects that are frequently touched can remove or kill infectious particles that cause disease, reducing the risk of illness transmission through contact with contaminated materials.

The Government of Canada has published guidance on cleaning and disinfection, including information specific to passenger conveyances and to COVID-19.

• Environmental sanitation practices to control the spread of communicable disease in passenger conveyances and terminals
• Surface disinfectants for emerging viral pathogens
• COVID-19: Cleaning and disinfecting

Safe food handling

Following general food safety practices can also help prevent the spread of enteric and food-borne diseases. The Government of Canada provides information on general food safety practices. To learn more:

• Food safety

Indoor ventilation

Taking steps to maintain and improve indoor ventilation can help prevent the airborne transmission of communicable disease in specific locations. Routine maintenance of HVAC systems will contribute to the reduction in levels of infectious particles.

The Government of Canada has published a COVID-19-specific factsheet and guidance on indoor ventilation.

• COVID-19: Improving indoor ventilation
• Factsheet: Ventilation helps protect against the spread of COVID-19
• COVID-19: Guidance on indoor ventilation during the pandemic

Outbreak management plans

An effective outbreak management plan includes specific activation triggers, and corresponding public health measures that can help contain the spread of communicable disease. Establishing programs for drills and exercises can help with preparedness for some outbreak situations. Including protocols for identifying and informing passengers of possible exposure to illness can facilitate case management.

For communicable disease outbreak management plans, PHAC recommends referencing the following resources:

• Reducing COVID-19 risk in community settings: A tool for operators
• COVID-19: Prevention and Risks
• Mpox (monkeypox): How operators can reduce the risk of spread in community settings

The Government of Canada has also published information on personal protective measures to help reduce the spread of respiratory infectious diseases, which can assist operators with the development of public health messaging as part of actions included in an outbreak management plan:

• Respiratory infectious diseases: How to reduce the spread with personal protective measures
• Break the chain of infection: Respiratory infectious diseases
• COVID-19: What to do if you or someone in your home is sick

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A stone slab pivotal to royal history will be the centrepiece of a new $45-million museum in central Scotland. The Stone of Destiny, an ancient symbol of the country’s monarchy, will go on display at the redeveloped former city hall in Perth. It will mark its return home to Perthshire for the first time in more than 700 years, the Dundee Courier said. In 1296, it was taken to Westminster Abbey in London by King Edward I. Used in coronation ceremonies for English and then British monarchs, it was returned to Scotland in 1996 and housed in Edinburgh Castle. But its new home at the Perth Museum will put the region again “at the centre of Scotland’s story,” as the BBC noted.

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It will also breathe new life into the city hall building that was at risk of demolition after being made redundant in the mid-2000s. The Stone of Destiny — also known as the Stone of Scone — formed part of the coronation chair upon which kings and queens were crowned, and was most recently featured last year during the coronation of King Charles. Its move to its new home came amid tight security.

J.P. Reid, the exhibitions manager for Culture Perth and Kinross, said: “Interestingly, it’s a live ceremonial object, so it’s back down for coronations and other ceremonial use. So, inevitably, given its back history of numerous removals in the past, the security profile is extremely high for the building. The new building itself has effectively been built around the security provision for the stone.”

Entry to the museum is free but advance booking is required to see the Stone of Destiny. Helen Smout, of the region’s culture executive, hopes the museum — its biggest cultural project in two centuries — will encourage more visitors to linger. “A lot of tourists bypassed Perth and went straight for the beautiful scenery, and people who did come here didn’t necessarily spend very long,” she said.

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Singapore’s only direct flight service to and from Canada has begun as Air Canada's first flight in the new route, AC19, landed at Changi Airport on Thursday (Apr 4)  morning. T his marks the airline’s first return to Changi Airport in over 30 years.

Operated four times weekly on Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, the non-stop flight between Singapore and Vancouver takes 14 hours and 40 minutes.

This route is the airline’s longest flight measured by distance, stretching 12,818km , said Canada's national carrier.

“Changi Airport is thrilled to welcome Air Canada to Singapore. This is especially timely, as travel volume between Singapore and Canada last year has seen a healthy rebound, exceeding 85 per cent of pre-pandemic levels,” said the Executive Vice President for Air Hub & Cargo Development at Changi Airport Group, Lim Ching Kiat.

Travellers on the Singapore-Vancouver route can enjoy a choice of three cabins: Economy, Premium Economy and Air Canada Signature Class, which has lie-flat seats.

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