Enjoy exciting excursions at the top ports of call
Canada and New England cruises are becoming some of the most popular cruises, thanks in part to the thrilling shore excursions available at ports of call along their routes. Trips range from laid-back walking tours through charming New England cities to biking tours amid the beautiful Canadian countryside and exciting jet boat rides. With so many different shore excursions in Canada and New England to choose from, you’re certain to find experiences that will make your cruise an unforgettable event.
- Whale Viewing Tours
Without a doubt, whale viewing tours are the most popular Canada and New England shore excursion for fall cruisers. Most of the cities along the New England Canadian shoreline offer whale-viewing tours in the fall, particularly around the Bay of Fundy where you’ll get to see plenty of seals, porpoises, and other marine life along with several different whale species. At the height of whale viewing season, some tours even offer a money back guarantee on sightings of the magnificent rulers of the waves! - Saint John, New Brunswick
Adventure seekers can enjoy one of the top Canadian shore excursions available on a jet boat ride to see the amazing reversing rapids on the Bay of Fundy. Experience the awesome power of nature as the world’s highest tidal range sends 100 billion tons of swirling seawater pouring into the St. John River, actually causing the river to reverse direction.
- Boston
Boston offers New England shore excursions certain to warm the heart of history buffs. Step into the past with a self-guided exploration into the rich past of the American Revolution as you walk the Freedom Trail or hop on an Old Town Trolley to discover historic landmarks and gathering places of the early revolutionaries. Other standout excursions include Boston by Duck tours that are popular with kids of all ages, where you can hop onboard a WWII amphibious vehicle to view key destinations throughout the city before taking to the river and heading to the Faneuil Hall Marketplace for some mouthwatering Boston clam chowder. Sports fans won’t want to miss a visit to Fenway Park, home of the Red Sox and the oldest continuously operating baseball park in the U.S. If game schedules permit, you may even be able to walk directly on the field and tour the dugout seats! - Bar Harbor
Biking enthusiasts and nature lovers will enjoy a bike or hiking tour through the lush forested mountains of Acadia National Park. You’ll marvel at the breathtaking scenery that includes sweeping vistas of craggy shores and towering cliffs before heading into town to lunch on fresh caught Maine lobster on the Village Green.
- Quebec City
The storied history and historic charm of Old Quebec make this UNESCO World Heritage site a favorite port of call for Canada and New England cruises. Enjoy the fresh Canadian air as you embark on a shore excursion to explore the spectacular countryside of beautiful Sainte-Anne Canyon. Cross the suspension bridges over the majestic Montmorency Falls before visiting the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré and the Ste. Anne Winery.
Norwegian Cruise Line’s 7-Day Canada and New England cruises aboard the Norwegian Dawn gives you the chance to experience all the best shore excursions that New England and Canada cruises have to offer. 2 departure dates are available for this cruise which takes you to ports of call in Quebec City, Sydney, Halifax, Saint John, Bar Harbor, and Boston. Prices start at $799.
Royal Caribbean International’s 9-Day Canada and New England cruise aboard the Grandeur of the Seas departs from Baltimore with stops at Boston, Portland, Bar Harbor, Saint John/New Brunswick, and Halifax. This is one of CruiseExperts.com’s special pricing deals, with 30% off per guest stateroom for prices as low as $845 per person!
Fall is the perfect time to enjoy cruises to New England and Canada! Contact CruiseExperts.com by calling at 1-888-804-CRUISE (2784) or visiting our website at www.CruiseExperts.com. Our experienced travel advisors can help you plan a New England and Canada cruise itinerary with ports of call and shore excursions that perfectly fit your interests. Be sure to “Like” us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and join our InnerCircle to stay informed of upcoming cruise deals and discounts.