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Day 1: Indianapolis / Halifax, NS Arrive in Halifax and transfer to our downtown hotel. This evening is at leisure to explore Halifax from your conviently positioned hotel. Citadel Halifax Hotel - Halifax, NS Day 2: Halifax, NS Enjoy a Gray Line Deluxe Historic Halifax City Tour this morning. The afternoon is free to further explore this delightful seaside city. Citadel Halifax Hotel - Halifax, NS (B) Day 3: Halifax, NS / Cavendish, PE This morning, meet your tour director and traveling companions for depature to Canada’s smallest province – Prince Edward Island. See the red sandstone cliffs, white beaches, gently sloping sand dunes and green fields of Prince Edward Island National Park. Lucy Maud Montgomery describes the scenery in her “Anne of Green Gables” books. Visit the home of “Green Gables,” a Mecca for people from around the globe. Enjoy a delicious lobster dinner (meat alternative available) before settling in for the night. Cavendish Motel - Cavendish, PE (B, D) Day 4: Cavendish, PE / Charlottetown, PE / Ferry to the Magdalen Islands / Cap-aux-Meules, QC Briefly tour Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island’s capital city, before continuing to Souris where you board the ferry to the magical Magdalen Islands. Relax during your five-hour journey to this unique part of Quebec. Spend the next two nights in the heart of Cap-aux-Meules. Auberge Madeli Hotel - Cap-aux-Meules (B) Day 5: Magdalen Islands Today, take a boat tour of the calm waters of the Havre-aux-Maisons lagoon. See unique scenery enriched by the lagoon’s flora and fauna, as well as seals and many species of birds. Stop at Dune-du-Sud where red cliffs sculpted by the sea shelter this beautiful red sand beach. Don’t hesitate to explore the caves during low tide. A visit to Verrerie La Méduse is an unforgettable experience. Interpretive panels explain the glassblowing process, and from a viewing area the artisans can be seen at their craft. Auberge Madeli Hotel - Cap-aux-Meules (B, L) Day 6: Magdalen Islands / Board Cruise Ferry During your visit to the Museum of the Sea, learn the importance of the sea to the Madelinots’ way of life through displays and artifacts. At the Aquarium of the Islands, come to observe and even touch wonderful live marine creatures and see two harp seals. Also visit La Grave - once a favorite meeting spot for fishing and commerce - now home to many artisans and craftspeople. This evening, we board the CTMA Vacancier for the next part of your adventure. Spend three nights on board the cruise ferry. Cruise ferry Vacancier - From Cap-aux-Meules to Montreal, QC (B) Day 7: Ferry Cruising / Arrive Chandler, QC - The Gaspesie Region Wake up in the heart of the Gaspesie Region, renowned for its beautiful coastal scenery. Optional touring is available in the morning at an additional cost and may be purchased on-board. We depart around noon, sailing near Bonaventure Island – a bird sanctuary for gannets, puffins, guillemots and cormorants - and Perce Rock. Many whales of different species are often seen in the waters near the Gaspé Coast. Cruise ferry Vacancier - From Cap-aux-Meules to Montreal, QC (B, L, D) Day 8: Ferry Cruising St. Lawrence River / Quebec City, QC Our journey continues along the mighty St. Lawrence River as we sail past Tadoussac, Saguenay Fjord, Manoir Richelieu, L'Isle aux Coudre, the Beaupre Coast, L’Isle d’Orleans and Montmorency Falls amongst many other well-known locations. Arrive in Quebec City – the only walled city in North America - around noon. Explore the cobblestone streets at your own pace or purchase an optional tour for an additional cost (on board purchase). The ship departs at 8:00pm. Cruise ferry Vacancier - From Cap-aux-Meules to Montreal, QC (B, L, D) Day 9: Ferry Cruising St. Lawrence River / Montreal, QC Our cruise ferry adventure comes to an end with an early morning arrival in Montreal. Enjoy an included tour of Montreal, Canada’s most cosmopolitan city, before transferring to our hotel for the night. This evening is at your leisure. Le Cantlie Suites Hotel - Montreal, QC (B) Day 10: Depart Montreal / Indianapolis Depart for home per your flight schedule, airport transfer included. Commercial Air: Book Now to ensure your place on this trip because this trip operates on commercial air. Space is limited and may not be available less than 90 days before departure. |
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Cancellation policy: if
insurance is not purchased, cancellation charges are: 91
days and earlier:
full refund; 90-65 days before departure: $650; 64 and
less days prior to departure: no refund. In
addition, airline
penalties and charges may apply. A valid passport
is required. |
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