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New England and Canada Fall Colours Cruise

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from £4815 /pp

was £5961
Flights included
Dates Available

September 2026 - October 2027
Duration

14 days
Depart From

4 airports
Excursions & Visits

8 included
Meals

20 included
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New England and Canada Fall Colours Cruise

Awash with colour and historical enlightenment, this autumnal journey promises a distinctive perspective of North America’s most spectacular season.

Immerse yourself in North America's autumnal splendour on shore and by sea, combining the grandeur of fall foliage with the charm of historic cities and picturesque landscapes. Commencing in Boston, the tour will follow in the footsteps of the Freedom Trail, and present opportunities to savour the fresh, local seafood and gain a bird's-eye perspective of the city from the soaring Prudential Tower.

Leaving the roads behind, you'll transition to the tranquil waters of the Atlantic Ocean as you set sail aboard a Holland America Line ship for a captivating seven-night voyage. The charming port towns of Bar Harbor, Halifax, Sydney, and Charlottetown await, offering plenty of optional excursions, from wine tastings to thrilling whale-watching experiences.

Upon reaching Québec City, you'll disembark to discover this historic gem before delving into the world of traditional maple syrup production. Your journey continues to Bethel, a quintessential New England town that serves as your base for an exploration of the White Mountains, Franconia Notch, and the breathtaking Kancamagus Highway. Characterful, Portland and Kennebunkport, steeped in maritime heritage, are your final destinations as you’ll then return to Boston.

Embrace time in New England’s largest city, Boston

Kancamagus Highway in New Hampshire lined with vibrant autumn foliage, featuring a winding road surrounded by trees in shades of red, orange, and yellow

Venture through New Hampshire with stops at the quaint town of Lincoln and along the Kancamagus Highway, ablaze with autumnal colours

Travel to the coastal of Portland, and Kennebunkport, an authentic New England fishing village

1920 Sh 2218432029 Chateau Frontenac In Autumn, Quebec City, Quebec, Canada

Experience Quebec City, with its historic district, Citadel, Basilica and distinct French flavour.

You’ll arrive in Boston, New England’s largest city, and be welcomed by your friendly, local tour manager. The group will then be transferred to Revere, set by the Atlantic Ocean. Conveniently, Revere provides easy access to downtown Boston via the nearby subway connection, ensuring that you're within reach in twenty minutes. Revere Beach, the oldest public beach in the United States, is right by the hotel.

This morning, you’ll head into the heart of Boston, where a blend of history and modernity can be observed throughout. The day will be free for self-exploration, during which you can perhaps meander around Boston Common, the oldest public park in the United States, venture to the harbour or visit the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum for an interactive experience. If you’re in search of some dining options, Quincy Market and Faneuil Hall specialise in fresh seafood like oysters, clam chowder, steamed clams and lobster rolls, paired perfectly with a locally brewed craft beer or two.

You’ll have the option to join a guided half-day tour that covers the major historical landmarks and highlights the role the city played in American history. The Freedom Trail serves as an ideal starting point given that it leads to significant sights like the Massachusetts State House, Paul Revere's House, and the Old North Church. Your guide will also point out some of the most popular museums and galleries before you travel to one of the tallest buildings in New England, the Prudential Tower, and ascend to the 52nd floor for a breathtaking view of the city’s skyline.

After you’ve checked out of the hotel, you’ll be transferred to the cruise terminal to board your new home for the week, the Holland America Line ship, Zuiderdam. Sleek and expansive, this vessel features classic nautical finishes, stylish amenities, and an assortment of dining and entertainment options. Check into your plush cabin and relax as the ship departs the harbour, perhaps heading for a drink at one of the bars before dinner.

Nestled on Mount Desert Island in Maine, Rockland is a quintessential New England coastal town. Enjoy this idyllic haven with its cobblestone streets, eateries and boutiques. Tasting the local delicacy, lobster, is highly recommended, complemented by a scoop or two from the ice cream parlours.

Optional boat tours allow you to explore the surrounding waters, islands and wildlife, and you can pay a visit to the Acadia National Park. Home to black bears, moose, and white-tail deer, this reserve is a dream for adventurers and features the tallest peak along the eastern coast, Cadillac Mountain. You can also pair a visit to this park with an authentic lobster bake, journey on a whale-watching cruise, or go kayaking around Mount Desert Island.

Please note: for 2026 departures, this cruise will also stop in Maine, and ports of call will vary depending on departure date. The ship will stop in Portland across May and October departures.

The tour departing on the 17 September 2026 will stop in Halifax, Nova scotia, instead for an extended overnight visit.

Welcome to Canada! Perched on the rugged Atlantic Ocean shoreline, Halifax, Nova Scotia's provincial capital, is a fusion of ancient maritime history and modern additions. Its nautical heritage comes alive through world-class museums, historic bunkers, and fortresses. Decked with public art and an array of unique shops and lively pubs resonating with folk music, Halifax offers a spirited atmosphere.

Join optional walking or bus tours to venture to the Halifax waterfront, where Pier 21 once welcomed waves of immigrants aboard steamships. Delight in the city's culinary scene, a mix of casual street vendors and upscale restaurants serving fresh seafood and Nova Scotia specialties. Observe the beauty of Peggy's Cove, a fishing village perched upon rocky terrain, with a lighthouse. Stroll through Lunenburg's streets, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, characterised by its old town. Finally, immerse yourself in the beauty of Mahone Bay, with its artists' studios and striking church steeples on a range of organised excursions.

Sydney, the largest city on Cape Breton Island, is seamlessly connected to the rest of Nova Scotia by a causeway. Begin your Sydney adventure at the harbour, where you can peruse locally crafted goods and marvel at the world's largest fiddle. This city boasts a treasure trove of historic houses and churches dating back to the 1700s and 1800s, many of which welcome visitors for optional guided tours. Dining experiences are often enhanced with live music featuring fiddles and sea chanteys. Sydney’s art galleries also offer a unique opportunity to meet local artists and acquire their creations.

Cape Breton's natural wonders can be experienced on guided optional excursions, most notably along the breathtaking Cabot Trail. You can also immerse yourself in the region's rich history with a visit to the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, and gain insight into the area's First Nations communities at Membertou Heritage Park on a tour. You can also join an excursion to the Cape Breton Miners Museum, where your guide could be a former coal miner. Another must-visit is the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, the former summer residence of the renowned inventor.

Charlottetown serves as both the capital of Prince Edward Island, Canada's smallest province, and its largest city with a population of fewer than 35,000 residents. Although the city is small in size, it has a remarkable collection of Victorian architecture and expansive parks. The city also holds a special place in Canadian history as the Birthplace of Confederation, where a pivotal 1864 conference, primarily held at Province House, laid the foundation for the creation of the Dominion of Canada.

Join optional excursions to explore downtown Charlottetown, which showcases spots like Victoria Row, transforming into a pedestrian mall each summer, along with historic edifices, some now converted into museums. In proximity, Prince Edward Island National Park awaits on another optional tour, with its pristine white-sand beaches and an array of hiking and biking trails. Devotees of the literary classic Anne of Green Gables can visit the house and farm that served as inspiration. You can further enrich your visit with insights into the daily lives, both past and present, of local residents through lighthouse and lobster boat tours.

Today, your cruise will sail past the historic shipwreck site of little St. Paul's Island, crowned by a lighthouse, and famously called ‘the graveyard of the gulf’. This marks your passage through the Cabot Strait into the Gulf of St. Lawrence, a colossal expanse that shares its coastline with half of Canada's ten provinces. This region is popular for its islands, coastal towns, and national parks intertwined with the surrounding mainland. Countless islets, once central to whaling activities, now serve as thriving habitats for whales, enhancing the appeal of this destination.

The St. Lawrence River is a lighthouse lover’s paradise, with more than 40 of them lining the Québec portion alone and centuries-old fishing villages line the mighty waterway that alternates between imposing cliffs and plateaus and broad estuaries filled with fertile islets.

In addition, some 200 miles of the river are called the whale route, along which some 13 resident species thrive, including blue, beluga and right whales.

The ship will dock in Québec City this morning, and you'll have some time at leisure to explore or relax as you see fit. Wander the narrow, cobbled alleyways of the lower Basse Ville and its upper Haute counterpart. Together these two districts form the endlessly enthralling Vieux-Québec, dominated by the monumental Citadel and the Château Frontenac hotel.

Later, travel to Sherbrooke in the pictorial Eastern Townships, a region set just short of the United States border.

You’ll set off through the beautiful landscape, decked with autumn colours this morning, to cross into the United States. As you traverse the winding roads, you can take in the vivid palette of fall with reds, golds, purples and browns. Soaring maples, aspens and cedars fringe the route, which journeys through villages framed by idyllic backdrops, and past gleaming lakes, reflecting the incredible mountainous scenery.

The drive will conclude in Bethel, a quintessential New England Town, known for its charm and natural beauty. Ringed by beautiful countryside and blanketed by vibrant foliage during this time of year, Bethel also encompasses a walkable downtown. Once you’ve checked into your hotel, you can stroll around the small number of shops and cafés.

Embarking on another adventure today, the drive will take you from Maine into New Hampshire’s White Mountains. Travel by the striking Franconia Notch, a mountain pass traversed by a parkway, with rocky cliffs and lush forests, to the small town of Lincoln.

Continuing your trip, you'll traverse the renowned Kancamagus Highway, a scenic byway like no other. This road offers an uninterrupted panorama of the landscape, with no buildings to obstruct your view, and a sea of vivid shades. An enjoyable stop awaits as you pause in North Conway, where you can do some shopping at the outlets, perhaps picking up some bargains. You’ll then make your way back to Bethel for the evening.

After checking out of the hotel, you’ll hit the road again and travel to coastal Portland, located on the Maine shores of the Atlantic Ocean. This city boasts a unique offering of historic attractions and contemporary culture, as seen through its architecture. You’ll have the chance to explore the waterfront with working fishing wharves and warehouses that have been transformed into restaurants and shops.

You’ll then make your way to Kennebunkport, an authentic New England fishing village, fronted by long, sandy beaches and old lighthouses. Take advantage of the crab shacks and inviting restaurants and cafés for lunch, and sample the fresh, local seafood. You can also take to the pretty streets to pick up a few, final keepsakes.

Lastly, you’ll be driven back to Boston and to the airport for your overnight flight home.

White lighthouse and red-roofed buildings on a rocky coast in Portland, with autumn foliage in the foreground

Set off on a full-board 7 night cruise from Boston to Québec City with four ports of call and a host of on-shore optional excursions

Journey on an optional guided tour of the major landmarks in Boston, including views from atop the Prudential Tower

Learn about the history and production of maple syrup first-hand accompanied by a buffet lunch

Embark on an incredibly scenic drive, showcasing the spectacular fall foliage of New England

Visit the shopping outlets of North Conway

Five nights' room-only accommodation in a series of good-quality hotels in Boston (2 nights), Sherbrooke (1), Bethel (2) and seven nights’ full-board accommodation aboard the Holland America Line ship, Zuiderdam, plus one night on the aircraft
A full day in Boston
A buffet lunch and maple sugar demonstration at a Quebec sugar shack
A scenic drive into the USA and through New England to Bethel
A fall foliage tour through New Hampshire’s byways and across the stunning Kancamagus Highway
A visit to North Conway
A visit to Portland and Kennebunkport on Maine’s coast
Return flights to Boston
Comfortable, air-conditioned coach travel and transfers throughout
Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager (on the cruise, you will be taken care of by the ship’s crew).
All mandatory local taxes and charges

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New England and Canada Fall Colours Cruise Touring Hotel Boston, Quebec, Maine Five nights' room-only accommodation in a series of good-quality hotels in Boston, Sherbrooke, Bethel and seven nights’ full-board accommodation aboard the Holland America Line ship, Zuiderdam, plus one night on the aircraft

This tour covers a large distance, from Boston and as far north as Quebec in Canada, and so Fall foliage will naturally vary. On early departures, leaves are more likely to have turned in the northern areas covered, whereas on later dates it is the more southern areas that will be most notable, with leaf-fall having already occurred further north.

Please note: the May departure of this tour will not be a Fall Colours departure. There will be plenty of other natural beauty to appreciate, but passengers will be unable to view Fall Colours foliage during this time.

British citizens require machine-readable passports with an integrated chip (shown on the front by a small rectangular symbol beneath the word PASSPORT), valid beyond the return date of your tour when travelling to Canada and the USA.

Visitors to Canada must apply for an eTA online with Canadian Immigration at least 72 hours before departure at www.canada.ca/eta. The current charge is seven Canadian dollars for British Citizens. You must apply for an ESTA online with US Immigration at least 72 hours before departure at www.cbp.gov/esta. The current charge is $40 for British Citizens.

British subjects, and anyone who has a criminal record or has ever been arrested, should consult both the US and Canadian Embassies as a visa may be required. If you have visited North Korea, Iran, Iraq, Sudan, Syria, Libya, Somalia or Yemen since March 2011, or Cuba since 12 January 2021, or have dual nationality with any of these countries, you do require a US visa and cannot travel on the Visa Waiver Program.

Gratuities are a way of life in North America, and it is generally accepted that they form part of a person's earnings. The customary gratuity for a coach driver is about $5 per person per day, and for a Tour Manager is about $7 per person per day.

It is normal to tip 15-20 per cent of the bill for a taxi or in a restaurant, and to leave a dollar or so per drink in a bar.

All outbound flights depart and arrive on the same day. All return flights leave in the evening and land in the UK the next day. On-board meals will usually include lunch and a snack on outward flights, and dinner and breakfast on flight home. Soft drinks are complimentary, but some airlines will charge for alcoholic drinks.

The majority of our tours involve a certain amount of walking, including a short walk from the coach stop to the town, attraction or venue you're visiting. If you are bringing a wheelchair, please let us know at the time of booking so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Occasionally, for operational reasons, we may have to change the order of the excursions on your holiday. The final day-by-day itinerary will be confirmed on your Final Travel Documents, which you will receive approximately three weeks prior to your departure.

Standard hotel rooms in North America will contain one or two double- or queen-sized beds, and it is not possible to add extra beds to the room. Parties consisting of more than two travellers, but who have only booked one room, will be expected to make use of the two beds provided. If this is a concern, you may wish to consider booking more than one room for your group.

Smoking is not permitted on any coach forming part of your holiday; regular stops will be made though for your comfort en route. The majority of hotels in North America are non-smoking throughout including in all bedrooms. In general smoking outside is acceptable, but do look out for signs prohibiting this close to public entrances or bus stops.

All mandatory local taxes and charges are included in the price of your holiday as per the itinerary. Prices for any optional excursions are listed separately. Any suggested free-time activities, attractions, meals or entertainment are not included (unless otherwise stated), and may be subject to local charges. Please note that tipping is optional and as such, is typically not included in the price of your holiday (unless otherwise stated).

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