Locks, Legends & Canals of the Northeast (on the Grande Mariner)

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Delight in an international fall foliage adventure! Embark in New York Harbor and admire the Statue of Liberty, then enjoy the scenery in many of New York’s most charming towns, including West Point and Poughkeepsie. Transit the Oswego Canal to the dramatically beautiful Thousand Islands region, home to the elegant Boldt and Singer Castles, then cross into Ca...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Enjoy cruise along the Oswego Canal to Oswego
    • Explore Historic Quebec city and stunning view from Observation Towers before visiting the impressive Montmorency Falls.
    • Visit Saguenay which is noted to be one of the world’s best locales for whale watching, attracting Belugas, Right whales, and even the elusive Blue whale.
    • Opportunity to Cruise north along the St. Lawrence River to the mouth of the beautiful Saguenay River

What's this trip about?

    Delight in an international fall foliage adventure! Embark in New York Harbor and admire the Statue of Liberty, then enjoy the scenery in many of New York’s most charming towns, including West Point and Poughkeepsie. Transit the Oswego Canal to the dramatically beautiful Thousand Islands region, home to the elegant Boldt and Singer Castles, then cross into Canada and cruise the magnificent St. Lawrence Seaway. Discover fun-filled and artistic Montreal, and sail the Saguenay River, noted as one of the world’s foremost whale-watching locations. Discover the romance of French-inspired Quebec City before returning to Montreal to conclude your northeastern adventure.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range50 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityNew York City
End CityMontreal, Quebec

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • North America
  • United States

Attractions

  • Montreal
  • New York
  • Notre Dame Cathedral
  • Quebec

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • River cruise
  • Whale watching

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1:

Spectacular natural scenery and postcard-perfect photo opportunities abound on this northeastern adventure! Sail the most renowned waters of New York State and southeastern Canada, including surging rivers, peaceful lakes, and majestic fjords. Embark in New York City and transit famed New York Harbor, and behold the iconic Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty.

Day 2:

Greet the morning with a scenic sail through the breathtaking Hudson River Valley! Enjoy a visit to West Point, NY*, where an optional tour takes you to the campus of the prestigious West Point Military Academy and its awe-inspiring Gothic Revival style chapel. Later,...

Day 3:

This morning arrive in Troy, NY known for its unparalleled Victorian architecture and magnificent Tiffany windows seen in such films as Martin Scorsese’s Age of Innocence. Here, witness the unique feat of lowering the ship’s pilot house as we prepare to travel under t...

Day 4:

Enjoy a full day on the Erie Canal’s calm water. Today you may choose to visit quaint Cooperstown, NY and meet the ship later in the day. Located in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, Cooperstown is home to the Baseball Hall of Fame, the Farmers Museum, and the ...

Day 5:

Cruise along the Oswego Canal to Oswego, NY nestled on the shoreline of magnificent Lake Ontario. You may choose to take a local shuttle on a panoramic loop around this charming area and view some of the highlights such as the H. Lee White Marine Museum, the Richardso...

Day 6:

Today cruise to Clayton, NY in the gorgeous Thousand Islands region. You will visit the notable Antique Boat Museum for a glimpse of the world’s largest showcase of classic recreational boats. Dock overnight in scenic Alexandria Bay, NY with views of the famed Boldt Castle.

Day 7:

Continuing through the scenic Thousand Islands, visit tiny Dark Island, NY in Chippewa Bay and tour elegant Singer Castle. Built as a private home in 1905, the mansion was used for rum-running during Prohibition. Continue on to Ogdensburg, NY where you may opt to visit the Frederic Remington Art Museum to admire the original works of this American painter.

Day 8:

Crossing into Canada, cruise the magnificent St. Lawrence Seaway, the gateway from the Atlantic Ocean to the North American Great Lakes. The Seaway is a system of locks, canals, and channels dotted with waterfront communities, scenic islands, and amazing wildlife habitats.

Day 9:

Welcome to Montreal, QC, a fun-filled city vibrant with culture, history and artistic wonders, from its charming riverside locale to its diverse, big-city attractions. Choose an optional city tour including Old Montreal, Notre Dame Basilica (subject to availability), ...

Day 10:

Cruise north along the St. Lawrence River to the mouth of the beautiful Saguenay River. This swift waterway is bordered by dramatic cliffs, which create some of Canada’s most stunning natural scenery.

Day 11:

The Saguenay is noted to be one of the world’s best locales for whale watching, attracting Belugas, Right whales, and even the elusive Blue whale. A naturalist and fjord expert will join you and introduce the area’s majestic fjords and phenomenal wildlife, including seals, birds, and whales.

Day 12:

Welcome to charming and historic Quebec City, QC. With its distinctly French culture it is considered by many to be the most romantic city in North America. This morning an optional tour introduces the charms of Quebec City and the stunning view from Observation Tower...

Day 13:

Spend the day cruising south, as you make a return to Montreal. This evening celebrate with a festive farewell dinner and cocktail party.

Day 14:

Disembark in Montreal, QC.

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Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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We take you away from the usual, beyond traditional cruising, and closer to adventure. We bring an area to life with onboard historians and naturalists, wine-tastings, photography workshops and culinary demonstrations. In port, you'll experience the authentic flavors of a region from kayaking to horse-drawn carriage rides.

Our trademark bow ramp can literally take you from ship to shore, but we also dock where private yachts dock making the places you want to see as accessible as possible. And with no more than 96 guests there are never over-crowded spaces or herding in port...making your cruise a casual, relaxing and personal adventure.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International airfare
    • Personal airfare
    • Gratuities are not included in cruise fare

Accommodation

,Grande Mariner Commissioned and built by Blount Boats in 1998, the Grande Mariner makes her way up to Montreal, just in time for fall foliage season. She was refurbished in 2010, with totally new cabin configurations including new décor, new bathrooms, new furniture in the cabins, a renovated lounge, new décor, and brand new furniture. So if you want to take in a few rays on the sun deck, relax and enjoy the vista-view lounge, or just have a few quiet moments in your cabin as the sea drifts past your open picture window, the Grande Mariner is ready. Specifications LENGTH: 184' BEAM: 40' DRAFT: 6'6" PASSENGER CAPACITY: 88 PASSENGER CABINS: 44 COMMISSIONED: 1998 REFURBISHED: 2010 FLAG: United States BUILT BY: Blount Boats, Warren, RI
Cancellation policy

All reservations are subject to a minimum $75 per person cancellation charge. Passengers may cancel subject to the charges listed below. Cancellations must be confirmed in writing by the passenger or travel agent prior to departure to be considered valid.

Cancellation fees per person from date of departure:

60 days or more = $75

59 days – 45 days = 25% of fare

44 days – 30 days = 50% of fare

29 days – 11 days = 75% of fare

10 days or less = 100% of fare

In addition, passengers will be charged all administration costs incurred by us on behalf of passenger. Administration charges may be levied for ground or air portions or other services associated with voyage or special requests and changes. There shall be no right to any refund except as stated, and we shall have no obligation or liability to passengers for cancellation and/or non-use of all or a portion of a voyage or other services, whether or not due to circumstances beyond passengers’ control. Once purchased trip insurance is non-refundable. We strongly encourage all passengers to purchase trip insurance.

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Age Requirements
50 years and up
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On our international itineraries, all passengers are required to carry valid passports. On domestic cruises, U.S. citizens must have a valid government-issued photo ID. Naturalized U.S. citizens are advised to carry their naturalization papers. Other non-U.S. citizens must have passports and all necessary visas. We recommend that your passport has six months validity, and at least 3 blank pages. Passports and visas are the responsibility of each client. On some U.S. itineraries we visit Canadian ports and passports are required.

When crossing international borders any child under age 16 (traveling without both parents and/or a legal guardian) must have written permission from the other parent or legal guardian. Please be advised that if you have been convicted of a criminal offense, you may not be allowed into certain countries such as Canada. Check with the appropriate consulate for more information. All travelers should contact the appropriate consulate for entry requirements for international destinations.

Please note: All itineraries including ports, activities, and routes are subject to change based on availability, weather, river, water levels and sea conditions. *Travel to West Point is subject to availability. **This tour is not available on reverse itinerary.

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