Itinerary
- Day 1
Montreal
Start your trip in Montreal, the largest French-speaking city in the Americas. Wander through the cobblestoned streets of Old Montreal, particularly Rue Saint-Paul with its historic character. The Basilique Notre-Dame, built in the 19th century with striking Gothic Revival architecture, is worth a visit. Stop for a bagel or poutine before heading to the port. Board Scenic Eclipse in the afternoon, where you'll meet the Captain and crew, get settled in your suite, and enjoy Champagne at the Sky Bar as the ship sets sail toward New York City.
- Meals
- Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore historic Rue Saint-Paul in Old Montreal
- Visit Basilique Notre-Dame
- Try local Montreal specialties (bagels, poutine)
Landmarks/POIs Basilique Notre-Dame Rue Saint-Paul - Day 2
Quebec City
Explore Quebec City, a World Heritage-listed fortified city founded in 1608 and the cradle of French America. Walk through the charming cobblestone Old Town surrounded by gates, towers, and ramparts. The Chateau Frontenac sits high on the headland and offers historical interest. Notre-Dame de Quebec Cathedral is also worth your time. Take a stroll along the 425-metre wooden Dufferin Terrace for views over the St Lawrence River and Lower Town. That evening, watch the city lights as your yacht departs port.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Old Town within fortified gates, towers and ramparts
- Visit Chateau Frontenac
- Visit Notre-Dame de Quebec Cathedral
- Walk Dufferin Terrace for river views
Landmarks/POIs Chateau Frontenac Notre-Dame de Quebec Cathedral Dufferin Terrace - Day 3
St. Lawrence River Scenic Cruising
Spend the day cruising along the St Lawrence River, the waterway connecting Canada's Great Lakes to the Atlantic and spanning over 1200 kilometres. Relax on your private verandah with coffee or dine with fellow passengers in the casual Azure Bar and Cafe. You'll pass quaint fishing villages, traditional lighthouses, and hardwood forests showing their autumn colors as you travel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Relax on private verandah
- Dine in Azure Bar & Café
- Day 4
Charlottetown
Arrive in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island's capital with a distinct island lifestyle. The small city has well-preserved history and attractive architecture throughout. Explore the bustling harbour and the waterfront boardwalk. Charlottetown is known as the hometown of Lucy Maud Montgomery, author of Anne of Green Gables, and has strong connections to fishing and seafood. The area also features white-sand beaches and over 1000 kilometres of coastline to explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Charlottetown's historic sites and architectural treasures
- Visit the harbour and waterfront boardwalk
- Visit Anne of Green Gables heritage sites
- Experience local seafood restaurants
- Day 5
Pictou
Spend your morning in Pictou, known as the Birthplace of New Scotland with deep Scottish heritage. The town is home to one of Nova Scotia's largest lobster fisheries. Visit the waterfront and local museums to learn about the fishing industry and Scottish connections. Back on board, you'll enjoy panoramic views of rugged coastlines and historic lighthouses as the yacht sails through Canso Strait. If you prefer, relax in a cabana on Deck 10 and take in the changing scenery around you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Pictou waterfront
- Visit museums about Scottish heritage and fishing industry
- Relax in cabana on Deck 10
- Day 6
Halifax
Spend the day in Halifax, Nova Scotia's dynamic capital. The Downtown district has a four-kilometre harbourside boardwalk filled with restaurants, shops, museums, beer gardens, and public art. Walk along Argyle Street to see live theatres and pubs. Halifax Public Gardens features manicured lawns and floral displays worth seeing. The Halifax Citadel National Historic Site sits on a hill, and a cannon has been fired there daily at noon since 1857.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Downtown Halifax harbourside boardwalk
- Visit restaurants, shops, museums, and beer gardens
- Explore Argyle Street's theatres and pubs
- Visit Halifax Public Gardens
- Visit Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
Landmarks/POIs Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Halifax Public Gardens - Day 7
Lunenburg
Explore Lunenburg, often called Canada's most beautiful town and a World Heritage-listed site. Walk through the village past brightly painted homes and discover architectural gems like the 19th-century Victorian-style Lunenburg Academy. The distinctive pink Wedding Cake House and 18th-century St John's Anglican Church stand out. This walkable former rum-running and ship-building town offers locally caught seafood, galleries, and artisan studios to browse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Lunenburg's brightly painted historic homes
- Visit Lunenburg Academy
- Visit Wedding Cake House
- Visit St. John's Anglican Church
- Sample locally caught seafood
- Browse galleries and artisan studios
Landmarks/POIs Lunenburg Academy St. John's Anglican Church - Day 8
Bar Harbor
Discover the coastal beauty of Bar Harbor, your gateway to Acadia National Park. The park protects the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic Coast, ocean cliffs, rocky beaches, glacier-formed lakes, and boreal forest. Bar Harbor is a charming 19th-century summer getaway town with colorful clapboard storefronts and restaurants serving lobster and wild blueberry-inspired dishes. While many Millionaires Row homes were destroyed by fire in 1947, the town retains its appeal.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Bar Harbor town
- Visit Acadia National Park
- Enjoy lobster and wild blueberry dishes
Landmarks/POIs Acadia National Park - Day 9
Provincetown
Arrive in Provincetown, Massachusetts, a coastal haven for artists since the 1940s that celebrates freedom of expression and individuality. Follow the creative footsteps of Jackson Pollock in this artistic community. Take a trolley tour for an exclusive look at P-town, explore galleries, and enjoy restaurant options. Later tonight, your ship passes through the Cape Cod Canal transit, an iconic water passage in Massachusetts.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Take a trolley tour of Provincetown
- Explore art galleries
- Dine at renowned restaurants
- Day 10
Oak Bluffs
Reach Oak Bluffs on Martha's Vineyard, a small inclusive and diverse town with just over 4000 residents. Explore charming 19th-century pastel-colored gingerbread cottages, an ocean park, and the oldest continually operating carousel in the United States. You'll have views over Nantucket Sound. Consider dinner at Sushi @ Koko's, catch entertainment in the state-of-the-art theatre, and unwind with a nightcap at the Scenic Lounge Bar.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore 19th-century gingerbread cottages
- Visit ocean park
- Ride the oldest continually operating carousel in the United States
- Dine at Sushi @ Koko's
- Day 11
New York City
Cruise past the iconic Statue of Liberty and Manhattan's skyline as you enter New York City. Spend your afternoon exploring the Big Apple. Walk the bustling streets of Lower Manhattan's financial district, discover the charming corners of Greenwich Village, and experience New York's mix of culture, food, and architecture. Broadway shows, Central Park, and Fifth Avenue boutiques offer plenty of options. Return for your final night aboard Scenic Eclipse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Lower Manhattan financial district
- Explore Greenwich Village
- Visit Broadway shows
- Visit Central Park
- Shop on Fifth Avenue
Landmarks/POIs Statue of Liberty Central Park Fifth Avenue - Day 12
New York City Disembarkation
Your cruise ends today in New York City. Enjoy a final luxurious breakfast on board Scenic Eclipse before saying goodbye to the crew and friends you've made along the way. Disembark knowing you've created lasting memories of this 12-day journey exploring Canada's maritime provinces and the northeastern United States.
- Meals
- Breakfast
