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Montréal is truly an experience: old world charm, French joie de vivre and a modern style all its own. Montreal is a stunning city to visit and there is so much to see. Along the St. Lawrence River many people come to take a horse-drawn calèche ride through cobbled streets for romantic moments. Just miles away are the skyscrapers of the city as they tower above the city’s businesses and restaurants. Montreal is the world’s second largest French-speaking City. It's top ten attractions are: The Biosphere, Old Montreal, Biodome de Montreal, Musee d'Art Contemporain, Montreal Botanical Gardens, Chinatown, Notre-Dame Basilica, Insectarium, Cours Mont-Royal, and the Canadian Centre for Architecture.
Because Quebec City is Canada’s most historic city and the only walled city in North America, it was classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Treasure by. Visitors are greeted by an authentic, profoundly French city. The city features winding, cobbled streets with 17th- and 18th-century stone houses and churches, graceful parks and squares, and many monuments. Great emphasis has been placed on Québec nationalism, and the city has become a symbol of glorious French heritage. Visit the oldest church in Québec, Our Lady of Victory, dating from 1688. See the cellars of Maison des Vins, where Québec Société des Alcools sells more than 1,000 kinds of rare vintage wines in a warehouse dating from 1689. See the exhibits at Civilization Museum. The most striking building is celebrated landmark Château Frontenac. Looming high above St. Lawrence, the turreted building with its slanting, copper roof is an impressive sight. Built to accommodate colonial governors, it is now a hostelry.
The Saguenay region of Quebec is most known for its distinctive geological features. Here you can visit Le Monde Enchante, a park with waterfalls, covered bridges and gazebos overlooking the Saguenay River. The fjords, mountains, waterfalls and the beautiful village of Petit-Saguenay attract visitors from all over. Visiting the New French Village, one can experience what life was like when this area was first settled by French explorers. Among museums in the area are the glass art factory, the Cheddar Cheese Museum and the Zoo Saint Felicien.
The City of Corner Brook - in Canada's Newfoundland and Labrador province - is nestled among the Long Range Mountains, which are a continuation of the Appalachian Mountain belt, stretching up from Georgia in the southern United States. Theatre and art are alive in Corner Brook. Corner Brook is Newfoundland and Labrador's "Host City" and is ideally positioned to host major sporting events. Experience picturesquesque Corner Brook from many groomed walking trails or visit the Captain James Cook Monument and bask in the glory of the sun setting over the Bay of Islands. Step back in time at the Corner Brook Museum and Archives or the Railway Society of Newfoundland Historic Train Site. Explore the downtown area and discover unique gifts and crafts and dine out in one of the City's many fine restaurants. Take a scenic drive along the coast of the Bay of Islands or have a more extreme adventure in Gros Morne National Park, just one hour away.
Sydney is located on Cape Breton Island on the east side of the Sydney River. Sydney has a strong ethnic population. As the only significantly industrialized district in Atlantic Canada, Sydney is the heart of Nova Scotia’s second-largest urban cluster. The city’s central business district impresses with the variety of products and services offered by downtown merchants. The town has become an important gateway to the scenic and historic attractions of Cape Breton Highlands and for cruising on the Bras d’Or Lakes. On the city outskirts is Fortress Louisbourg National Park, presenting Canada’s largest historical reconstruction. Here visitors can enjoy a town perfectly restored to its 1740 appearance. A walk on the half-mile Boardwalk promenade in the heart of downtown provides a panoramic view of the harbor. Apart from Louisbourg Fortress, the town also features a railway museum at the Sydney and Louisbourg Historical Society and the Atlantic Statiquarium, a marine museum devoted largely to underwater treasure.
Halifax is Atlantic Canada’s center of business, research and education. Strong emphasis is placed on cultural diversity, historic restorations and the preservation of heritage and culture. The Halifax Citadel Fortress dominates downtown Halifax. Take a stroll along the waterfront past restored buildings and warehouses of Historic Properties, or a walk in delightful Public Gardens, the oldest Victorian gardens in North America. Halifax’s sister city of Dartmouth lies on the opposite shore and is reached via the oldest saltwater ferry in North America. The spectacular view of Halifax harbor makes the trip worthwhile. Housed in former Dominion Building, the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia features Nova Scotia folk art and maritime artists. A two-hour walk will easily show you the major highlights of historic and scenic Halifax. Visit Historic Properties, St. Paul’s Church and Province House, the latter two being the oldest buildings in the city. Granite Springs is rated one of the finest 18-hole golf courses in Atlantic Canada.
Canada's oldest incorporated city, Saint John sits at the juncture of the Saint John River and the Bay of Fundy. Here, visitors may witness the world-renowned phenomenon of the reversing falls, created by the Bay of Fundy's 28 1/2-foot tide swell rising above the level of the Saint John River at high tide. Saint John also has Canada's oldest museum and you'll want to visit Market Square with its charming shops and restaurants.
Drawn by the pines, granite shores, fresh lobster and stunning views from Cadillac Mountain, captains of industry once kept summer homes here. The charming little town, and all the rest, remain. And the rocky boulder beaches on its shoreline are now Acadia National Park, a preserved expanse of vintage Down East scenery.
Suggested Private Excursion
The history and bricklaid beauty of Boston is easy to enjoy. Follow the Freedom Trail past Old North Church, Paul Revere Park, Fanieul Hall, the Commons, Old Ironsides and more landmarks of America's birth. Across the Charles River is Cambridge and Harvard. Venture to Marblehead and Salem to the south, or Lexington and Concord to the north. Back in town, have clam chowder at the warf or great Italian food in North End.
Suggested Private Excursions
Boston: Private North End Italian Food Tasting Walking Tour - 3 Hours
Boston: Private Sunset Boston Harbor Cruise with Cocktails and Hors d'oeuvres
Boston: Private VIP Boston Yacht Experience With Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres
Boston: Private Sunset Boston Harbor Cruise
Boston: Boston Private Cycle Boat Charter - 4 Hours
Boston: Discover Boston Private Sightseeing Program - 4 Hours
Boston: Private Historic Boston Pub Crawl - 4 Hours
Boston: Freedom Trail Private Walking Tour - 1.5 Hours
Boston: Private Harvard Campus Tour - 1.5 Hours
Boston: Private After Hour Tour of Boston’s Old North Church - 4 Hours
Newport became important as a resort for wealthy industrialists who built their “summer cottages”, modeled after European palaces, here and elevated Newport to position of “Queen of Summer Resorts.” A tour of the mansions is a must. Newport is also famous as a yachting capital and site of international tennis championships. Colonial Newport boasts a collection of 18th- and 19th-century and pre-Revolutionary buildings. Colonial Downtown is best explored on foot, and much of the town was burned down during British occupation, but enough buildings survived to rival Boston in number of original 18th-century homes. George Washington’s assurances to Newport’s Jewish community of religious liberty encouraged them to build Touro Synagogue in 1763, making it the oldest in the nation. St. Mary’s Church is the oldest Catholic parish in Rhode Island. The Grand Newport Casino and International Tennis Hall of Fame held the first national tennis championship in 1881 and is now Tennis Hall of Fame with a museum on tennis fashions and trophies.
Suggested Private Excursion
New York City is a captivating, awesome, and glamorous empire. There are countless museums, theaters, restaurants, parks and towering skyscrapers. It is a shopping capital of the world. In midtown Manhattan are most of the designer boutiques; Fifth and Madison Avenues are locations of such world-renowned department stores as Bergdorf Goodman, Lord & Taylor and Saks Fifth Avenue. FAO Schwartz is one of the largest toy stores in the world. New York is also a world-class culinary experience - with pockets of ethnic restaurants: Chinatown, Little Italy, Little India and Little Brazil. The famous Statue of Liberty sculpture symbolizing the American Dream can be reached by ferry from Battery Park. Once the first stop for over 12 million immigrants, Ellis Island now houses the Museum of Immigration, including the American Immigrant Wall of Honor. The Art Deco Empire State Building is one of the world's best-loved skyscrapers with two observation decks. Also take time to visit the Chrysler Building, Radio City Music Hall, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
Suggested Private Excursions
New York City: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island
New York City: Private Walking Tour of Central Park - 4 Hours
New York City: One World Observatory and 9/11 Memorial & Museum Private Tour - 4 Hours
New York City: Brooklyn Essential Walking Tour - 4 Hours
New York City: Private Bike Tour of Central Park
New York City: The Origins of NYC Sightseeing Program
New York City: A Cultural Walk Through Little Italy and Chinatown - 4 Hours
New York City: Private NYC Pizza and Gelato Challenge - 4 Hours
New York City: Private Cupcake Tasting Tour - 4 Hours
New York City: Treasures of the MET - 2 Hours
New York City: Home Alone 2: Christmas in New York Private Tour - 5 Hours
New York City: Private Bagel Making, Cragel and Donut Deluxe NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours
New York City: History Highlights Private NYC History Tour - 8 Hours
New York City: A Day Well Spent in Brooklyn Tour - 8 Hours
New York City: All Things Kids Family Friendly NYC Private Tour - 8 Hours
New York City: Art & Architecture Wonders of NYC Tour - 8 Hours
New York City: Build Your Own Full-Day NYC Private Tour - 8 Hours
New York City: Central Park Fun Private NYC Central Park Tour - 8 Hours
New York City: Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island and 9/11 Memorial Museum - 8 Hours
New York City: What’s Up in the Air - 8 Hours
New York City: Full Day Manhattan Highlights Experience - 8 Hours
New York City: Build Your Own Half-Day NYC Private Tour - 2 to 6 Hours
New York City: Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours
New York City: Eating Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours
New York City: 9/11 Memorial and Museum Tour & One World Observatory Half-Day Experience - 5 Hours
New York City: Half-Day Manhattan Highlights NYC Private Tour - 4 Hours
New York City: Half-Day Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island Tour - 5 Hours
New York City: Pizza and Gelato Challenge Private NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours
New York City: Private Cupcake Tasting NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours
New York City: Private NYC Bike Tour of Central Park - 2 Hours
New York City: Private NYC Helicopter Tour - 30 Minutes
New York City: Private Horse & Carriage Ride in Central Park Tour - 45 Minutes
New York City: Treasures of the Met Guided Tour - 2 Hours
New York City: Private NYC Walking Tour – Choose Your Neighborhood - 4 Hours
New York City: Private Brooklyn Graffiti Tour and Workshop - 1.5 Hours
New York City: Premium NYC Private Custom Tour Package - 4 Hours
New York City: Best of NYC - 3 Days
New York City: Winter Wonderland NYC Holiday Experience - 5 Hours
New York City: Holiday Trifecta NYC Experience - 6 Hours
New York City: Festive Delights: Cocoa, Caroling Cruise & Holiday Markets - 6 Hours
New York City: 2023 VIP Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Party
Itinerary subject to change without notice. Please confirm itinerary at time of booking.
Fares are in US dollars, cruise only, per person, based on double occupancy and include fees/taxes. Price does not include airfare, transfers and airline government fees and taxes.
EVERY LUXURY INCLUDED:
- FREE Unlimited Shore Excursions
- FREE 2- or 3-night land programs* on select voyages
- FREE 1-night pre-cruise hotel package* in Concierge Suites and higher
- FREE unlimited beverages, including fine wines and spirits
- FREE open bars and lounges, plus in-suite mini-bar replenished daily
- FREE pre-paid gratuities
- FREE specialty restaurants
- FREE transfers between airport and ship*
- FREE unlimited Wi-Fi
- FREE valet laundry service
Pre or post cruise hotel stay.
Optional roundtrip airfare.
Optional shore excursions.
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San Simeon Travel
1253 Knollwood Circle
Suite 102
Cambria, CA 93428
805.927.4696
800-266-3359
2005-719-40
