A Journey To Colonial America

Travel:: By Ship
Duration:: 19 Days
Priced From:: $1,995 per person

A Journey To Colonial America

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We invite you to join us on this wonderful holiday featuring Norwegian Cruise Line's comfortable ms Norwegian Dawn and some of the most fascinating and historic ports of call you will ever wish to visit.

We are offering a very special and ideal way to really see French Canada, New England, the East Coast including historic Charleston and sunny Florida without all the packing and unpacking that makes travel difficult. From Montreal to lovely Tampa, ms Norwegian Dawn visits ports of great history and astonishing beauty.

This cruise includes a visit and overnight stay in charming Quebec City, the heart of French Canada & Halifax, Nova Scotia before traveling almost a thousand miles on the St Lawrence River before our arrival in Portland, Maine. We will visit Boston with plenty of time to see Faneuil Hall, the famed Public Gardens with its Swan Boats or tour nearby Lexington and Concord. Our guests then enjoy the great thrill of sailing into New York City, past the Statue of Liberty for a full day in the Big Apple. After New York City, we visit Baltimore (with a special sightseeing tour to Washington DC for the day!) and Norfolk, where there is an optional excursion to Colonial Willamsburg. Next comes one of our favorite destinations, charming Charleston where you can shop for antiques or sip on mint juleps. Sunny Florida is next with visits to both Miami and quaint Key West before our arrival in sparkling, friendly Tampa where guests may extend their stay, take in Disneyworld, Ft. Lauderdale or simply travel home by train or plane!

There may be other ways to see the Atlantic Coast, but none are as convenient. Come along and see the treasures of our waterways. Here is a chance to arrive at these historic cities in the most romantic of ways, by ship, the way they should be approached. We know you will enjoy our great Atlantic Coast during this wonderful time of the year and return with memories to last a lifetime.

Highlights

Passage from New York City to Montreal aboard the 'Adirondack' train, a daylight ride of stunning beauty over the Canadian Pacific Railway.
Complete 15-day Colonial America cruise as shown aboard the ms Norwegian Dawn. Naturally, all meals and entertainment aboard are included.
Fully hosted from start to finish by a professional tour manager with special cocktail parties & events onboard just for our guests.
A two-night stay at superb Le Westin Montreal Hotel including tax and baggage handling. We have also included a complete city sightseeing tour and a special sailing luncheon in Old Montreal for our guests with transfers.
Travel aboard Via Rail Canada from Montreal to Quebec City, a scenic 3 hour ride over the Canadian National Railway along with a sightseeing tour of Quebec City. Guests enjoy an overnight stay in Quebec City.
Special sightseeing tour of Washington DC for our guests.

Pre-Tour Extension

For guests requiring a pre-tour hotel stay in New York, we offer an attractive option at the Hotel New Yorker, located right across the street from Penn Station with rates starting at only $145pp!

Day 1: New York to Montreal

Guests depart New York City this morning aboard the 'Adirondack' train bound for Montreal, a day trip of extraordinary beauty over the Canadian Pacific Rwy. Arrival in Montreal is this evening where deluxe rooms await at Le Westin Montreal. (Depart 4:15pm)

Day 2: Montreal

All day free to enjoy Montreal, the second-largest French speaking city in the World, highlighted by a city sightseeing tour and welcome luncheon in the historic Vieux Port area today. All evening is at leisure to enjoy this vibrant city. (Overnight)

Day 3: Quebec City

All morning to sleep in with a midday departure aboard Via Rail Canada for Quebec City, the heart of French Canada. Quebec City lies on the Saint Lawrence River and is divided by steep bluffs into Upper Town–which includes the old quarter–and Lower Town. Perched atop Cap-Diamant, the old quarter is the only walled city in North America and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We have included a city sightseeing tour upon arrival so that you have an excellent overview of this magical city. Our guests have two days to enjoy this historic and charming city with the rare treat of an overnight stay here using the ship as our hotel. (Overnight)

Day 4: Quebec City

All day to see more of Quebec City at your own pace with an afternoon departure for Florida. (Depart 4:00pm)

Day 5: Cruising the scenic St. Lawrence River

Day 6: At Sea

Day 7: Portland, ME

Portland offers all the amenities of the big city: art districts, a vibrant waterfront, museums, parks and diverse shopping opportunities. But within minutes, you can be enjoying the view from an historic lighthouse or tasting a juicy, local lobster. (8:00am - 6:00pm)

Day 8: Boston, MA

Welcome to an American city where history truly does come to life. Be sure to visit the Bunker Hill Monument, Paul Revere's House, the Old North Church, Quincy Market and the mansions of Beacon Hill. Then wander Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. (8:00am - 6:00pm)

Day 9: At Sea

Day 10: New York, NY

Everyone loves New York and there are a million reasons why. Here are but a few: the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Station, the Ellis Island National Monument, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Guggenheim Museum, Times Square, Broadway, Greenwich Village, 5th Avenue and Central Park. (8:00am - 6:00pm)

Day 11: At Sea

Day 12: Norfolk

Norfolk boasts the world's largest naval base, a busy international port and beautiful historic districts. Waterways abound in this city, with stretches of lake, river and bay fronts you'll have endless sightseeing to do. The battleship U.S.S. Wisconsin and the Hampton Roads Naval Museum gives visitors insight into the cities long navy history. The pedestrian-centric downtown waterfront area is a nice place to stroll and see docked ships, sailboats and tugboats. (8:00am - 6:00pm)

Day 13: Baltimore

Baltimore is a city rich in Patriotic American history near Washington, D.C. It's where Francis Scott Key wrote the Star Spangled Banner. Mount Vernon square has the first monument to George Washington and is home to 19th century buildings turned into museums, galleries and shops. Federal Hill Main Street is lively in spirit with plenty of antique shops, beer pubs and restaurants to visit. Nearby trips to Washington DC and Annapolis offer unlimited sightseeing opportunities. (8:00am - 6:00pm)

Day 14: At Sea

Day 15: Charleston

Charleston is a city of great charm and is also one of the best-preserved cities in the Old South. Old Town maintains its historical integrity down to the original doors. This historic downtown core is well worth exploring on foot and our guests consistently rate Charleston one of their favorite cities. (8:00am - 6:00pm)

Day 16: At Sea

Day 17: Miami

Miami's amazing medley of cultures and flashy urban settings makes it a scene to be seen. Visit trendy Art Deco district of South Beach, Calle Ocho in Little Havana, the super-upscale neighborhoods of Coconut Grove and Coral Gables and the unique ecosystem of the Everglades. (8:00am - 7:00pm)

Day 18: Key West

Key West Located at the southernmost tip of the United States, this cool little island hideaway is closer to Havana, Cuba, than it is to Miami. Visit two of Key West's best attractions, the Key West Shipwreck Treasures Museum and the Key West Aquarium. (8:00am - 2:00pm)

Day 19: Tampa

Upon arrival in Tampa, guests travel home by air or train and can extend their stay in the Tampa area or take in nearby Disneyworld/Epcot if they wish. (Arrive 8:00am)

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Fares & Accommodations
Category	Fare Per Person
MB Mini Suite Features a private balcony, luxury bath with shower, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, two lower beds which can convert to a queen.	$4,295.
BA Balcony Features a private balcony, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, two lower beds which can convert to a queen.	$3,795.
BC Balcony Features a private balcony, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, two lower beds which can convert to a queen.	$3,695.
O1 Oceanview w/Window Features a picture window, two lower beds which can convert to a queen.	$2,995.
OB Oceanview w/Window Features a picture window, two lower beds which can convert to a queen.	$2,795.
OG Oceanview w/Porthole Two lower beds which can convert to a queen. Porthole window provides outside view and natural light.	$2,695.
IA Large Inside Two lower beds which can convert to a queen.	$2,295.
ID Large Inside Two lower beds which can convert to a queen.	$2,195.
IF Inside Two lower beds which can convert to a queen.	$1,995.
Port taxes are $275 per person and not included in the above fares. Single Inside fares begin at $3945, Outside single fares begin at $5195. Fare for 3rd/4th passengers sharing a room is $995.

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A Journey To Colonial America

A Journey To Colonial America

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Pre-Tour Extension

Day 1: New York to Montreal

Day 2: Montreal

Day 3: Quebec City

Day 4: Quebec City

Day 5: Cruising the scenic St. Lawrence River

Day 6: At Sea

Day 7: Portland, ME

Day 8: Boston, MA

Day 9: At Sea

Day 10: New York, NY

Day 11: At Sea

Day 12: Norfolk

Day 13: Baltimore

Day 14: At Sea

Day 15: Charleston

Day 16: At Sea

Day 17: Miami

Day 18: Key West

Day 19: Tampa

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