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Experience the breathtaking wonders of North America's Atlantic Coast with Adventure Life's array of 25 small ship cruises for 2025. Delve into the rich cultural tapestry and natural beauty of the Canadian Maritimes, Newfoundland, and beyond. From exploring the ancient Viking settlement of L’Anse aux Meadows to savoring renowned lobster dishes and admiring picturesque coastal towns, each moment offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the wonders of this region. Join us on a cruise journey through the region's vibrant heritage and breathtaking landscapes, from Montreal to Boston. Engage in village visits, wildlife viewing, urban exploration, and more, all while surrounded by the natural splendor that has inspired travelers for generations. With activities like whale watching, archaeological site visits, and hiking, this adventure offers a relaxed pace suitable for all travelers. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the captivating nature, history, and culture of North America's Atlantic Coast. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Edgartown on Martha's Vineyard
from $10,170
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New England Explorer

Boston Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard American Patriot
  • Visit Portland Head Lighthouse
  • Learn about Wabanaki culture
  • Tour Bath's Maritime Museum
  • Discover Martha’s Vineyard Museum
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Boston / Boston
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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day coastal cruise of New England aboard American Patriot. Visit Portland, Rockland, Bar Harbor, Boothbay Harbor, Bath, Gloucester, Newport, and Martha’s Vineyard. Enjoy guided tours, seafood feasts, museums, and scenic cruising.
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Au revoir Quebec City
from $6,799
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New England and Canada

Portland to Quebec City - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Discover what Portland has to offer
  • Discover Halifax and the Citadel
  • Explore Charlottetown landmarks
  • Hike to Cartier's site at Gaspe
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Portland / Quebec City
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Embark on an 11-day Victory II cruise from Portland to Quebec City. Explore Portland’s Old Port and Museum of Art, relax at sea, then visit Halifax’s boardwalk, Citadel, and Titanic graves. Sail the Strait of Canso to Charlottetown and then hike Gaspe’s sea cliffs, see Baie-Comeau, and spot whales in Saguenay Fjords. Disembark in Old Quebec.
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Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site
from $7,070
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Hudson River Fall Foliage

New York - New York - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Glory
  • Visit Sleepy Hollow landmarks
  • Tour West Point Academy
  • Discover Hyde Park’s history
  • Admire Vanderbilt Mansion
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New York / Catskill
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Embark on a scenic Hudson River 8-day cruise from New York to Albany aboard American Glory. Visit historic sites in Sleepy Hollow, West Point, Kingston, Hyde Park, and Catskill. Enjoy scenic views, onboard enrichment, and cultural landmarks. Experience the beauty and history of the Hudson River on this unforgettable journey.
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See historic lighthouses on the American East Coast
from $6,799
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New England and Canada

Quebec - Portland - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Witness Saguenay Fjords' wildlife
  • Explore Baie-Comeau and Gaspe
  • Explore Charlottetown landmarks
  • Explore Strait of Canso and Halifax
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Quebec City / Portland
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Sail from Quebec City to Portland, Maine, on an 11-day cruise aboard Victory II. Enjoy a hotel stay in Old Quebec, then explore Saguenay Fjords, Baie-Comeau, Gaspe, and Charlottetown. Cruise through the Strait of Canso, visit Halifax, and end in Portland. Experience coastal towns, local culture, wildlife, and peaceful sea days.
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Visit Portsmouth
from $7,299
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New England and Canada

Portland - Toronto - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Explore Portland
  • Watch whales in Saguenay Fjords
  • Walk Old Quebec streets
  • Explore Charlottetown history
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Portland / Toronto
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Experience a 12-day cruise from Portland to Toronto aboard Victory I and enjoy coastal views, local cuisine, and relaxing days at sea. This immersive journey blends Canadian culture, maritime history, and scenic waterways for a unique small-ship cruising experience.
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from $13,440
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Fall Foliage on the St. Lawrence: Quebec to the Canadian Maritimes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Boston - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Sail the scenic St. Lawrence Seaway
  • Visit Montreal, a cosmopolitan city
  • Explore Prince Edward Island
  • Experience the Acadian culture
  • Explore Nova Scotia and Lunenburg
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Toronto / Boston
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Explore eastern Canada and New England on a 13-day Smithsonian Journeys cruise. Sail from Toronto to Boston with stops in Quebec, PEI, Nova Scotia, and Cape Cod. Highlights include Montreal, Tadoussac, Magdalen Islands, Charlottetown, and Lunenburg. Includes expert talks and a shore excursion in each port.
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Aerial View of Halifax Skyline
from $3,199
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Southern Caribbean Yacht Harbors

Halifax - Bridgetown - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
  • Tour Citadel Hill
  • Visit Brimstone Hill Fortress
  • Snorkel at Pigeon Island
  • Visit Saint Lucia’s famous Pitons
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Halifax / Bridgetown
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Spa Relaxation, Photography Seminars
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Variable
Cruise from Halifax, Nova Scotia to Bridgetown, Barbados aboard the Seabourn Venture on a 9-day Southern Caribbean Yacht Harbors cruise. Enjoy relaxing days at sea and explore scenic Caribbean islands like Saint Kitts, Montserrat, and Saint Lucia. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites, snorkel in clear waters, and experience rich history and culture.
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Arctic puffins
from $11,419
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The Canadian Maritimes and Newfoundland

St. John's - St. John's - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Venture into L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Explore Gros Morne National Park
  • Look for moose, seabirds and whales
  • Discover eastern Canada's beauty
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St. John's / L'Anse aux Meadows
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Sail the Canadian Maritimes with the National Geographic Explorer. Walk among Viking ruins in Newfoundland, explore WWII sites, and admire Prince Edward Island’s red cliffs. Spot puffins, whales, and moose in this wild and historic Atlantic region.
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Golden light over the Chicago skyline
from $5,999
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New England and Canada

Montreal to Portland - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Explore Montreal's European charm
  • Visit Halifax’s Citadel Hill
  • Stroll Portland’s historic streets
  • Enjoy a scenic whale-watching
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Montreal / Portland
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Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Montreal to Portland aboard the Voyager I. Experience Montreal’s European charm and explore Quebec City’s historic streets. Enjoy whale-watching in Saguenay Fjord and discover Charlottetown’s coastal beauty. Sail through the Strait of Canso, visit Halifax’s bustling waterfront, and end in vibrant Portland, Maine.
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Relax on the sunny beaches of the Bahamas
from $24,990
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Sounds of Discovery: New York to the Bahamas

New York - Nassau - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Explore Buenos Aires’ districts
  • Admire Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Navigate Beagle Channel
  • Witness Antarctic wildlife
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New York City / Nassau
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Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Helicopter Tours
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Experience a 13-day cruise from New York City to Nassau aboard the Scenic Eclipse, featuring stops in Bermuda, Turks and Caicos, San Salvador, Bimini, and Miami. This journey blends culture, history, and relaxation.
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Small harbor with fishing boats outside St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada.
from $12,688
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Sailing the St. Lawrence Seaway and Canadian Maritimes

11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Spot belugas and minkes in Saguenay
  • Explore Quebec’s old town
  • Discover Acadian villages
  • Kayak Côte-Nord coastline
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St. John's / St. John's
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Set sail on an immersive 11-day St. Lawrence River cruise aboard the National Geographic Explorer, roundtrip from St. John's, Newfoundland. Explore Quebec City, Saguenay Fjord, Côte-Nord, St-Pierre, and Îles de la Madeleine while discovering breathtaking landscapes, rich Indigenous heritage, diverse wildlife, and vibrant Acadian culture.
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from $14,070
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Exploration from Greenland to Canada via Saint Pierre and Miquelon

Reykjavik - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant capital
  • Sail through Prins Christian Sund
  • Visit quaint Aappilattoq village
  • Marvel at Kujalleq Glacier
  • Admire colorful Saint John’s
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Reykjavik / Toronto
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Join a 16-day expedition aboard Le Bellot, sailing from Iceland to Canada through the stunning landscapes of Greenland. Explore Viking history and vibrant islands, and enjoy whale watching before visiting Montreal and concluding in Toronto via the scenic Saint Lawrence River.
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Nassau Lighthouse
from $7,590
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Caribbean Escapade

San Juan - Miami - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sakara
  • Explore the pristine beaches
  • Snorkel in crystal-clear waters
  • Relax on secluded Gordon’s Beach
  • Explore Grand Turk’s beaches
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San Juan / Miami
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Set sail on an 8-day Caribbean cruise aboard the Emerald Sakara. Explore Grand Turk's pristine beaches and historic landmarks, discover Long Island's tranquil Gordon's Beach, and dive into San Salvador's vibrant coral reefs and historic sites.
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Relax on the shores of the Great Lakes
from $6,799
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All Five Great Lakes Reverse

Toronto to Chicago - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Cruise all five Great Lakes
  • Visit Niagara Falls up close
  • Tour Cleveland’s museums
  • Visit Mackinac Island
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Toronto / Chicago
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Embark on an 11-day All Five Great Lakes cruise aboard Victory II and explore cultural hubs like Cleveland and Detroit, visit Niagara Falls, and relax on car-free Mackinac Island. Enjoy scenic days on Lake Ontario, Erie, Huron, Michigan, and Superior.
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Deans Blue Hole
from $5,180
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West Caribbean Cruise

Belize - Fort Lauderdale - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Witness Bahama's pinkest flamingo
  • Swim with nurse sharks in Exuma
  • Snorkel vibrant coral reefs
  • Visit Cockscomb wildlife sanctuary
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Belize City / Fort Lauderdale
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Rainforest Exploration
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Embark on an 11-day SH Vega cruise through the Western Caribbean. Explore Mayan ruins in Belize, relax on Grand Cayman's beaches, snorkel Montego Bay’s reefs, and visit Jamaica’s mountains. Enjoy birdwatching at Great Inagua, swim with sharks in the Exumas, and marvel at Nassau’s beauty.
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Door Peninsula, cliffs, forests, and clear Lake Michigan waters
from $13,995
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Great Lakes Collection

Canada to Minnesota - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Cruise Niagara Falls
  • Explore Mackinac Island
  • Kayak Killarney’s turquoise waters
  • Enjoy Sleeping Giant hike views
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Toronto / Duluth
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Biking, Citizen Science
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Set sail on a 15-day voyage aboard a Viking Great Lakes cruise ship, starting in Toronto and exploring North America’s inland seas. Visit Niagara Falls, Detroit, Mackinac Island, and enjoy scenic hikes, vineyards, and optional excursions like helicopter rides on this enriching cultural voyage.
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Charming Quebec City
from $14,495
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Canada & Greenland Explorer

Toronto to Greenland - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Visit historic Toronto neighborhood
  • Explore Quebec City landmarks
  • Explore Inuit village traditions
  • Whale watch in Tadoussac
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Toronto / Nuuk
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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking, Wine Tasting, Fishing
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Embark on a 15-day Viking Great Lakes and Arctic cruise from Toronto to Greenland, exploring top destinations like Quebec City, Gros Morne National Park, Red Bay, and Paamiut. Discover whale-filled waters in Tadoussac, dramatic landscapes in the Mingan Archipelago, and Inuit heritage in remote Greenlandic villages.
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Explore the rocky shores and clear waters of Lake Superior
from $6,799
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All Five Great Lakes

Toronto to Chicago - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • See powerful Niagara Falls
  • Explore Cleveland’s rock history
  • Tour Milwaukee’s lakefront gems
  • Visit peaceful Mackinac Island
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Toronto / Chicago
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Cruise the Great Lakes from Toronto to Chicago on an 11-day cruise aboard Victory I. Explore museums, historic districts, and natural wonders while enjoying relaxing scenic days at sea.
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