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See the mighty Niagara Falls
from $7,999
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Canadian Discovery

New York - Ontario - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Visit Halifax Sambro Island
  • Tour Sydney coal mines
  • Wander Havre-Saint-Pierre monoliths
  • Navigate the St. Lawrence Seaway
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New York City / Toronto
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Embark on a 13-day Viking Great Lakes cruise through eastern Canada’s stunning landscapes and rich colonial history. Explore the Canadian Maritimes, the St. Lawrence River, and the Saguenay Valley, with guided shore excursions at each port to experience local culture and landmarks.
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Small harbor with fishing boats outside St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada.
from $12,990
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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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Fishing
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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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Colorful sunrise at Portland Head Lighthouse in Maine
from $8,299
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New England and Canada

Montreal to Portland - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Walk Quebec City's Old Town streets
  • Saguenay Fjord sailing
  • Gulf crossing experience
  • Tour Halifax historic citadel
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Montreal / Portland
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Begin your 13-day voyage in Montreal with a hotel stay, then board Victory II and sail the St. Lawrence River to Quebec City, Saguenay, Baie-Comeau, and Gaspe. Cross the Gulf of St. Lawrence to Charlottetown, continue to Halifax and Yarmouth, and finish in Portland, Maine. Explore fortified cities, fjords, island capitals, and working waterfronts.
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Charming Quebec City
from $6,799
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Quebec City To Portland

Quebec City - Portland - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Sail the Saguenay Fjord
  • Explore Gaspe’s Forillon Park
  • Visit Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse
  • Visit Charlottetown’s streets
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Quebec City / Portland
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Variable
Cruise from Quebec City to Portland on a 12-day cruise aboard Victory II, visiting Saguenay, Baie-Comeau, Gaspe, Charlottetown, and Halifax. Explore historic cities, coastal landscapes, the Saguenay Fjord, and maritime landmarks. Experience French Canadian heritage, Atlantic scenery, and historic ports across Canada and New England.
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Colorful sunrise at Portland Head Lighthouse in Maine
from $9,899
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East Coast: Jacksonville to Halifax

Jacksonville to Halifax - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Explore Jacksonville's waterfront
  • Discover Brunswick’s Golden Isles
  • Stroll Savannah’s historic squares
  • Discover Norfolk’s naval heritage
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Jacksonville / Halifax
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Variable
Sail from Jacksonville to Halifax aboard Victory I, visiting historic coastal ports in Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and Nova Scotia. Explore waterfronts, museums, historic sites, mansions, naval landmarks, and lighthouses along the Atlantic coast.
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Portsmouth, New Hampshire
from $9,899
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East Coast: Halifax to Jacksonville

Halifax to Jacksonville - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • See Portland Head Light
  • Discover Provincetown galleries
  • Tour Newport's grand mansions
  • See Charleston's historic landmarks
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Halifax / Jacksonville
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Embark on a 16-day East Coast cruise aboard Victory I. Explore Halifax and Peggy’s Cove before visiting Portland, Portsmouth, Provincetown, Newport, and New London. Continue south to Norfolk, Wilmington, Charleston, Savannah, Brunswick, and Jacksonville. Experience New England’s coastal heritage, Southern history, and Atlantic scenery.
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Visit historic Baltimore
from $11,570
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East Coast Inland Passage Cruise

Baltimore, MD to Amelia Island - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Liberty
  • Explore Baltimore’s Inner Harbor
  • Visit Jekyll Island landmarks
  • See Savannah’s Civil Sites
  • Visit Chesapeake Bay Museums
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Baltimore / Amelia Island
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Variable
Embark on a 16-day East Coast Inland Passage cruise aboard American Liberty. Explore coastal towns like Charleston, Savannah, and Beaufort. Enjoy guided excursions to historic sites, maritime museums, and Civil War landmarks. Discover lighthouses, plantations, and preserved Southern architecture across 14 ports along the East Coast.
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Exploring Greenland
from $15,410
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Wilderness from Greenland to the East Coast of Canada

Nuuk to Halifax - 18 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Qeqertarsuatsiaat tundra landscapes
  • Discover Iqaluit Inuit culture
  • Grinnell Glacier exploration
  • Twillingate coastal hiking
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Paris / Halifax
Activities
Hiking
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Variable
Cruise from Nuuk to Halifax on an 18-day cruise aboard L'Austral. Explore Greenland fjords, Iqaluit, Grinnell Glacier, Torngat Mountains, Newfoundland, and Saint Pierre. Experience Inuit culture, wildlife spotting, coastal hikes, and remote Arctic landscapes.
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Visit Portsmouth
from $18,198
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5 Great Lakes + St. Lawrence Seaway: Montreal to Jacksonville

Montreal to Jacksonville - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Watch Saguenay Fjord belugas
  • Kayak Gaspe's Forillon coastline
  • Tour Halifax's hilltop Citadel
  • Admire Newport's Cliff Walk
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Montreal / Jacksonville
Activities
Urban Exploration, Whale Watching, Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Village Visits, Local Market Visits
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Variable
Embark on a 29-day voyage aboard Victory I, from Montreal to Jacksonville, linking the St. Lawrence Seaway with the Atlantic Seaboard. Walk Old Quebec, watch beluga whales in the Saguenay Fjord, and explore Halifax and Newport before reaching Florida.
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See the mighty Niagara Falls
from $6,995
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Niagara and the Great Lakes

Toronto - Milwaukee - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Toronto Exploration
  • Explore Mackinac Island
  • Niagara Falls & Welland Canal
  • Point Pelee Birdwatching
  • Detroit’s Innovation Legacy
  • Alpena’s Maritime Adventures
  • Mackinac Island & Milwaukee’s Charm
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Lake Ontario / Milwaukee
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Biking, Wine Tasting, Citizen Science
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Variable
On this 8-day Niagara and the Great Lakes cruise from Toronto to Milwaukee aboard the Viking Great Lakes, explore nature and culture. Navigate the Welland Canal, witness Niagara Falls, and spot migratory birds at Point Pelee. Visit Detroit’s Henry Ford Museum, kayak in Alpena, tour Mackinac Island, and explore Milwaukee’s waterfront history.
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Torngat Mountains National Park in Nunatsiavut
from $11,995
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Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

St. John’s, NL - Nuuk - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Explore St. John’s streets
  • Visit L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Discover Labrador coastal villages
  • Hike Torngat Mountains trails
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St. John's / Nuuk
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day Arctic cruise from St. John’s, Newfoundland to Nuuk, Greenland aboard Ocean Nova. Discover historic fishing villages, Inuit communities, the Torngat Mountains, and the glaciers of Southwest Greenland. Zodiac excursions, guided hikes, and cultural encounters offer insight into the region’s people, history, and landscapes.
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Aerial View of Halifax Skyline
from $5,999
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New England and Canada

Montreal to Portland - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Sail the Saguenay Fjords
  • Explore Canada history sites
  • Halifax waterfront walk
  • Atlantic Ocean crossing
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Montreal / Portland
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Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Montreal to Portland aboard Victory 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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