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GLOBUS: PASSAGE THROUGH NEW ENGLAND & EASTERN CANADA (CA)
12 days from Boston to Boston
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 Savor the diversity and history of the great cities of New England and Eastern Canada on this enchanting vacation, featuring a 7-night cruise aboard Holland America's MS Maasdam. Begin your trip in exciting Boston, where your sightseeing tour focuses on historic sites and Faneuil Hall. Then head to New Hampshire and the scenic White Mountains, New England's greatest range and premier outdoor playground. Take a thrilling gondola ride up Wildcat Mountain to the 4,397-foot summit. Cross into Vermont and visit a working maple syrup farm in Montpelier, drive to Stowe, and enjoy a cruise on Burlington's Lake Champlain. Next: travel to Montreal, Canada's second-largest city, for a sightseeing tour and visit to Notre Dame Basilica. Then, embark the MS Maasdam for your 7-night cruise to some of Canada's historic towns and beautiful places. Ports of call include Quebec City, Canada's only walled city; Charlottetown on Prince Edward Island; Sydney, originally settled by Highland Scots; Halifax; Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island, Maine's oldest summer resort; and Boston. This incredible vacation through New England and Eastern Canada is packed with adventure-both on land and at sea!Fall Foliage Departures:Enjoy the spectacular fall colors of the Eastern U.S. and Canada on our special Fall Foliage departures: September 7-21 (if Mother Nature permits).
HOTELS
Boston Boston Park Plaza (SF), Mount Washington Mount Washington Resort (MD), Burlington Sheraton Burlington (SF), Montreal Delta Centre-Ville (SF), Cruise Holland America's MS Maasdam
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| Call (888) 283-1985 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8656628 | | Globus | | Offer valid through 11/30/2009 | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Boston | Welcome to Boston! At 6 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure. | | Day 2 | Mount Washington | Enjoy a Boston sightseeing tour with a Local Guide, featuring the prominent landmarks such as the historic sites near Boston Common, including the Old State House; Old North Church, from where Paul Revere got the signal to start his famous ride; and Fanueil Hall. Depart Boston for New Hampshire and the scenic White Mountains, New England's greatest range and premier outdoor playground. At Pinkham Notch, board the Wildcat Mountain GONDOLA for a thrilling ride to the 4,397-foot summit. Savor the 360-degree panorama of Mount Washington Valley and the famous Presidential Range, whose peaks are named after many U.S. presidents. Also enjoy a RAVEN INTERPRETIVE WILDLIFE PROGRAM focusing on the endemic flora and fauna. (B,D) | | Day 3 | Burlington | Depart for a beautiful drive to Stowe, stopping in Vermont's capital, Montpelier, en route to visit a working MAPLE SYRUP FARM. Free time in Stowe gives you the chance to explore this classic 200-year-old village with character reminiscent of great European mountain resorts. Continue to Burlington, overlooking Lake Champlain with views of the Adirondacks and Green Mountains. This afternoon, enjoy the breathtaking scenery on a narrated CRUISE of Lake Champlain. (B) | | Day 4 | Montreal | Visit nearby SHELBURNE HERITAGE PARK, which exhibits one of the nation's most extraordinary collections of American decorative, folk, and fine art. It showcases buildings from around New England and New York, including an 1890 railroad station, a lighthouse, a stagecoach inn, and an Adirondack lodge. Travel northwest to Montreal, Canada's second-largest city. As Montreal has a unique mix of historical, natural, and cultural offerings, you may like to visit the Old Port Montreal, McCord Museum, or Olympic Park, or stroll around Mount Royal Park. (B) | | Day 5 | Montreal (Embarkation) | This morning, sightseeing with a Local Guide includes NOTRE DAME BASILICA, the Old Seminary of St. Sulpice, and a drive to the top of Mount Royal to enjoy a panorama of the city. This afternoon, transfer to Montreal's port to embark on Holland America's MS Maasdam for your 7-night CRUISE. (B,L,D) | | Day 6 | Cruising: Quebec City | Visit Canada's only walled city which, until the British victory of 1759, was the center of New France and today is a World Heritage Site. Stroll within the walls and see the Place d'Armes, the Laval Seminary, and ancient Place Royale. Also see Old World houses crowding the narrow streets in Lower Town by the St. Lawrence River and the historic Plains of Abraham. (B,L,D) | | Day 7 | Cruising: Saguenay Fjord | Quebec City marks the start of Saguenay Fjord. This 200-mile-long natural canal brings saltwater from the Atlantic Ocean inland and creates a beautiful environment for waterfront living for the communities of the St. Lawrence Seaway. Spend the day at leisure aboard the ship, taking advantage of the numerous amenities. (B,L,D) | | Day 8 | Cruising: Charlottetown | Today is spent in Charlottetown on Prince Edward Island, the provincial capital named after Queen Charlotte, consort of King George III. Within Canada, the city is famous for hosting the 1864 conference that three years later led to the creation of the independent Dominion of Canada. Perhaps take a trip to Cavendish and visit the famous Anne of Green Gables homestead. (B,L,D) | | Day 9 | Cruising: Sydney | So green and Gaelic is Cape Breton Island that Scotsman Alexander Graham Bell called it home for the last 37 years of his life. In fact, Cape Breton was principally settled by Highland Scots whose families had come out on the wrong side of rebellions against the Crown. You can still see this heritage in the accents in some remote villages, and in the great popularity of Scottish-style folk music. Today, you may choose to travel along the scenic Cabot Trail or visit historic Louisbourg Fortress, which recreates life in French-occupied Canada. (B,L,D) | | Day 10 | Cruising: Halifax | Arrive in Halifax, where lighthouses stand sentinel on cliffside ledges and tiny villages huddle in rocky inlets. Take time to explore Citadel Hill with its early 19th-century star-shaped fort, the tree-shaded walks of the public gardens, and Fairview Cemetery, the final resting place for more than 100 people who perished on the Titanic. (B,L,D) | | Day 11 | Cruising: Bar Harbor | Arrive in Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island, Maine's oldest summer resort, and stroll around the charming waterfront with its many shops, galleries, and boutiques. Alternatively, take an optional excursion to picturesque Acadia National Park, one of America's most visited parks. (B,L,D) | | Day 12 | Boston | The vacation ends this morning. Guests depart on individual schedules; airport transfers are provided. Please schedule your flights after 11:30 am. (B) |
| | US$ Price Details
Pricing is based on inside cabin, category K; upgrade to an outside category E from $359 or a verandah cabin category B from $1411.Cruise line non-commissionable fare, government taxes, and fees of $352 are additional.Single Room Supplement: $1200.Triple Room Reduction per person: $94.Extra nights per person in Boston:May-Jun.: in single room $200; in twin room $125; in triple room $109Jul.-Aug.: in single room $225; in twin room $138; in triple room $117Sep.-Oct.: in single room $275; in twin room $163; in triple room $134
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Additional Information:
-Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking.
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Guaranteed Air-Inclusive Price:
Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.
Air booked in conjunction with a land vacation is considered an air-inclusive vacation. Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a land package and is only available for passengers traveling from the United States. For vacation departures in 2010, your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your air schedule had been confirmed and your entire vacation package has been paid in full. For vacation departures in 2010, an additional $250 non-refundable deposit (total $500 non-refundable) is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation and your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your flight information is confirmed and Globus has received your full land and air deposit.
Not Included in the Vacation Price:
Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature. |
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