Deluxe Kabine Deck 3
15% Ponant Bonus
19 m²
2
Kanada und die Ostküste Nordamerikas
Toronto - Boston
Datum:
20.10.2024
bis
02.11.2024
Tage
Nächte an Bord
Sie gehen in Toronto an Bord der Le Bellot, um die immense unberührte Weite des nordamerikanischen Kontinents zu entdecken.
Sie werden zuerst entlang des schimmernden Lake Ontarios kreuzen, anschließend läuft Ihr Schiff in den Sankt-Lorenz-Strom ein, eine erstaunliche Wasserstraße, und inmitten einer Natur von außergewöhnlicher Schönheit.
Anschließen geht es für Sie zu den zwei schönsten Städten der Provinz Québec: Montreal mit seinem lebendigen kulturellen Leben, und Québec, der Hauptstadt der „Belle Province“ an der Mündung des Sankt-Lorenz-Stroms, die 1608 von Samuel de Champlain gegründet wurde. Entdecken Sie diese charmante und lebendige Stadt und den historischen Stadtkern Vieux-Québec mit seinen Festungsanlagen, der zum UNESCO-Welterbe gehört.
Sie fahren dann in Richtung des spektakulären Saguenay-Fjords, wo sich viele Meeressäuger tummeln. Angekommen in der Stadt Havre-Saint-Pierre, gelegen am Sankt-Lorenz-Golf, können Sie den Mingan-Archipel entdecken, wo riesige Kalksteinformationen aus den Fluten ragen. In diesem Nationalpark teilen sich Robben und Wale ihr Revier mit den unzähligen Vögeln, die die Gegend bevölkern.
Im Anschluss fährt die Le Bellot entlang der Küste Nova Scotias mit authentischen, geschichtsträchtigen Dörfern und Städten.
Sie verlassen die kanadischen Gewässer und fahren weiter an die Ostküste der USA. In Portland in der Casco Bay schlendern Sie durch die engen, gepflasterten Gassen eines ehemaligen kolonialen Seehafens, an dessen Gebäuden aus dem 19. Jahrhundert noch immer die Spuren dieser Zeit zu erkennen sind.
Die Reise endet in Boston, die aufgrund der Schlüsselrolle, die es während der amerikanischen Revolution spielte, als Wiege der Vereinigten Staaten gilt.
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Kreuzfahrt, die Naturbeobachtungen und die Geschichte der ersten amerikanischen Siedler miteinander verbindet Neue Zwischenstopps in Kingston, einer charmanten Stadt am Ontariosee, in Sydney und Shelburne in...
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13.12.2024 bis 23.12.2024
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LE LYRIAL
03.03.2025 bis 21.03.2025
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05.04.2025 bis 17.04.2025
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Kabinenausstattung
- 24-Stunden-Roomservice
- Kostenfreier Internetanschluss und WLAN-Zugang (Verfügbarkeit abhängig vom Navigationsgebiet)
- Individuell einstellbare Klimaanlage
- Kleiderschrank mit Regalen und Staufläche
- Frisiertisch und Haartrockner
- Auswahl hochwertiger Pflegeprodukte von Clarins
- Minibar
- Nespresso Kaffeemaschine und Wasserkocher
- Elektronischer Safe
- Telefon per Satelittenverbindung
- Bluetooth-Lautsprecher von Bose
- Flachbildfernseher mit internationalen Kanälen (Verfügbarkeit abhängig vom Navigationsgebiet) und großer Filmauswahl
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Ideal clothes for life on board:
During the days spent on board, you are advised to wear comfortable clothes or casual outfits. The entire ship is air-conditioned, so a light sweater, a light jacket or a shawl may be necessary. When moving about in the public areas of the ship and the decks, light but comfortable shoes are recommended.
Informal evening:
In the evening, you are advised to wear smart-casual attire, especially when dining in our restaurants where wearing shorts and tee-shirts is not allowed.
For women:
- Simple dress
- Skirt or trousers
- Blouse
- Polo
For men:
- Pleated trousers or chinos
- Sports jacket
- Shirt
- Polo
Officer’s evening:
For all cruises longer than 8 nights, an Officer’s Evening with a white dress code may be organized. Therefore, we encourage you to bring a stylish white outfit for the occasion (otherwise black and white).
Gala evening:
During the cruise, two gala evenings will be organised on board. Thus, we recommend that you bring one or two formal outfits.
For women:
- Cocktail attire
- Evening dress (if you wish to)
For men:
- Dark suit
- Tie recommended, possibly bow tie (if you wish to)
SHOP:
A small shop is available on board offering a wide range of outfits, jewellery, leather goods and many accessories.
A laundry service (washing/ironing) is available on board, but unfortunately there are no dry cleaning services. For safety reasons, your cabin is not equipped with an iron.
ACCESSORIES:
- Polarized sunglasses
- Swimsuit (for the Spa on board)
- Gym wear (fitness)
- Battery charger and memory cards for your camera
- Mobile phone charger
- Hat/cap
HEALTH CARE:
- Sunscreen and after-sun lotion
- Medications and prescriptions
OUTFITS ON BOARD:
- Casual outfits for the day
- Smarter outfits for dinners
- Elegant outfits for Gala evenings
- White or black and white outfit
PRECAUTIONS:
In your hand luggage, remember to bring any medicines that you need, and possibly a small spare bag of toiletries (in case of delay in the delivery of your baggage by the airline). Remember to always have your travel documents with you in case you need them: hotel vouchers, cruise vouchers, return flight tickets... Never leave them in your hold luggage.
All our cabins have a safe. We recommend not to go ashore with valuable jewellery.
PONANT Aktivitäten
Highlights
- Kreuzfahrt, die Naturbeobachtungen und die Geschichte der ersten amerikanischen Siedler miteinander verbindet
- Neue Zwischenstopps in Kingston, einer charmanten Stadt am Ontariosee, in Sydney und Shelburne in den grünen Tälern Nova Scotias und in Portland, dem alten Fischerhafen in der Casco Bay
- Entdeckung von Montreal, eine kosmopolitische und dynamische Stadt
- Fahrt auf dem Sankt-Lorenz-Strom, einem Fluss, der so breit wie das Meer ist und ein reiches Ökosystem beheimatet
- Besuch von Nationalparks, wie dem Fjord-de-Saguenay-Nationalpark und dem Mingan-Archipelago-Nationalpark, sowie von authentischen Fischerdörfern
- Beobachtung von Meeressäugern an der Mündung des Saguenay-Flusses und im Sankt-Lornez-Golf
Häfen & Landausflüge
20. Oktober 2024 - Toronto
Einschiffung 20.10.2024 von 16:00 bis 17:00
Abfahrt 20.10.2024 um 18:00
Toronto, Kanadas größte Stadt und Hauptstadt der Provinz Ontario, fasziniert durch seine unglaubliche Vielfalt ebenso wie durch seine gigantische Größe. Besuchen Sie den CN Tower, den höchsten Turm der westlichen Halbkugel, sowie den St. Lawrence Market, dessen Stände den multikulturellen Reichtum der Millionenstadt widerspiegeln. Nicht weit davon entfernt lockt das historische Stadtviertel um die Brennerei herum mit dem romantischen Charme seiner gepflasterten Straßen und seinen unzähligen kleinen Restaurants, Cafés, Boutiquen, Theater und Kunstgalerien. Zu den Höhepunkten dieses Zwischenstopps zählt auch das Royal Ontario Museum mit seinen beeindruckenden Sammlungen zur Natur- und Kulturgeschichte der Welt.
21. Oktober 2024 - Kingston
Ankunft 21.10.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 21.10.2024 am späten Nachmittag
Kingston liegt an der Kreuzung des Sankt-Lorenz-Stroms, des Rideau-Kanals und des Ontariosees. Die Stadt ist stolz darauf, vor Ottawa bis 1841 bis 1844 die erste Hauptstadt von Kanada gewesen zu sein. Kingston wird oft als „Limestone City“ (Kalksteinstadt) bezeichnet, da viele historische Gebäude aus dem örtlichen Stein erbaut wurden. Sie gehen ganz in der Nähe des Rathauses an Land und erkunden die Hauptattraktionen von Kingston, wie die architektonisch erhaltene Uferpromenade, den Bauernmarkt und die zahlreichen Museen (PumpHouse – Transport-Museum, Gefängnismuseum …). Auch Fort Henry, eine militärische Festung, die Anfang des 19. Jahrhunderts zur Verteidigung dieser strategisch wichtigen Seestraße errichtet wurde, ist einen Besuch wert.
22. Oktober 2024 - Kreuzen auf dem Sankt-Lorenz-Strom und Fahrt durch seine Schleusen
Ankunft 22.10.2024
Abfahrt 22.10.2024
Der Sankt-Lorenz-Seeweg verbindet den Atlantik mit der Region der Großen Seen. Er wurde 1959 eingeweiht, mehr als 250 Jahre nach dem Bau der ersten Konstruktion zur Vermeidung der Stromschnellen, die die Navigation in diesem Gebiet behindern. Dieses große Ingenieurprojekt, das vier Jahre kolossaler Bauarbeiten erforderte, bietet ein einzigartiges Navigationserlebnis, unterbrochen durch die verschiedenen Schleusen entlang der fast 4000 Kilometer langen Wasserstraße.
23. Oktober 2024 - Montreal
Ankunft 23.10.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 23.10.2024 am späten Nachmittag
Kanadas zweitgrößte Stadt Montreal ist eine herzliche und kosmopolitische Metropole, in der es sich gut leben lässt. Sie liegt auf der gleichnamigen Flussinsel und kennzeichnet sich durch eine Vielzahl sehr unterschiedlicher Bezirke. Entdecken Sie die Altstadt Vieux-Montréal, ein weitgehend historisches Viertel, Petite Italie, das Zentrum der italienischen Gemeinschaft, wo Sie über den größten Freiluftmarkt Nordamerikas schlendern können, oder Mille Carré doré, ein luxuriöses Viertel an einem der Hänge des Mont Royal mit prunkvollen viktorianischen Residenzen. Montreal ist sowohl von den Einflüssen des Alten Kontinents als auch vom Gigantismus Nordamerikas geprägt und wird Sie immer wieder überraschen.
24. Oktober 2024 - Québec
Ankunft 24.10.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 24.10.2024 am späten Nachmittag
Die Hauptstadt der "Schönen Provinz" liegt an der Mündung des Saint-Charles in den Sankt-Lorenz-Strom im Südosten Kanadas. Im 17. Jahrhundert gegründet, verfügt sie immer noch über ihre Umfassungsmauer - ein in Nordamerika einzigartiges historisches Bauwerk. Sicher gefällt es Ihnen zwischen den malerischen Steinhäusern mit Mansarddächern des historischen Viertels Vieux-Québec, das zum UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe gehört. In den Fußgängerzonen wie der Rue du Petit-Champlain können Sie sich dem Shopping hingeben und zur Erfrischung ein mit Fichtenknospen aromatisiertes "Bière d'Epinette" trinken.
25. Oktober 2024 - Saguenay
Ankunft 25.10.2024 mittags
Abfahrt 25.10.2024 am späten Abend
Die Metropole Saguenay erstreckt sich in einem Tal, das von dem berühmten gleichnamigen Fluss durchquert wird. Dieser stellt einen der Schätze der Region dar: An der Mündung in den Sankt-Lorenz-Strom bildet der Fluss Saguenay einen spektakulären Fjord, der durch die extreme Vielfalt der Landschaften überrascht. Von Saguenay aus können Sie die ansprechende Region von Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, ein echtes Paradies für Fans von Outdooraktivitäten, erkunden. Verbinden Sie hier bukolische Spaziergänge und Ausflüge auf dem Wasser inmitten der verschiedenen Nationalparks, mit denen dieses außerordentliche Naturreich aufwartet.
26. Oktober 2024 - Auf See
Ankunft 26.10.2024
Abfahrt 26.10.2024
Genießen Sie während der Überfahrt auf See die zahlreichen Freizeitangebote an Bord. Gönnen Sie sich Entspannung im Spa oder halten Sie sich im Fitnessraum in Form. Lassen Sie sich je nach Jahreszeit zu einem Sprung in den Pool oder zu einem Sonnenbad verlocken. Dieser Reise ohne Zwischenstopp bietet auch Gelegenheit, einer Konferenz oder einer der an Bord angebotenen Vorstellungen beizuwohnen, abhängig von den angebotenen Aktivitäten, oder in der Boutique ein wenig zu shoppen oder die PONANT-Fotografen in ihrem eigenen Bereich aufzusuchen. Wer das offene Meer liebt, bewundert auf dem Oberdeck das Schauspiel der Wogen und kann mit etwas Glück Meerestiere beobachten. Eine zauberhafte kleine Auszeit mit Komfort, Entspannung und Unterhaltung.
27. Oktober 2024 - Havre-Saint-Pierre
Ankunft 27.10.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 27.10.2024 am späten Nachmittag
In der Region Côte-Nord öffnet Ihnen Havre-Saint-Pierre die Pforten zu dem einzigartigen Naturerbe, das den Ort umgibt. Die quebecer Stadt stellt einen ausgezeichneten Ausgangspunkt dar, um die unzähligen vor der Küste verstreut liegenden Inseln zu entdecken. So können Sie von Havre-Saint-Pierre aus in das Herz des Mingan-Archipelago-Nationalparks gelangen. Sie entdecken ein vom Meer und der Zeit geformtes Gebiet, in dem die Natur ihre Rechte behalten hat. Die Inselkette ist für ihre spektakulären Kalkmonolithen bekannt.
28. Oktober 2024 - Auf See
Ankunft 28.10.2024
Abfahrt 28.10.2024
Genießen Sie während der Überfahrt auf See die zahlreichen Freizeitangebote an Bord. Gönnen Sie sich Entspannung im Spa oder halten Sie sich im Fitnessraum in Form. Lassen Sie sich je nach Jahreszeit zu einem Sprung in den Pool oder zu einem Sonnenbad verlocken. Dieser Reise ohne Zwischenstopp bietet auch Gelegenheit, einer Konferenz oder einer der an Bord angebotenen Vorstellungen beizuwohnen, abhängig von den angebotenen Aktivitäten, oder in der Boutique ein wenig zu shoppen oder die PONANT-Fotografen in ihrem eigenen Bereich aufzusuchen. Wer das offene Meer liebt, bewundert auf dem Oberdeck das Schauspiel der Wogen und kann mit etwas Glück Meerestiere beobachten. Eine zauberhafte kleine Auszeit mit Komfort, Entspannung und Unterhaltung.
29. Oktober 2024 - Sydney
Ankunft 29.10.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 29.10.2024 am späten Nachmittag
Die 1785 gegründete Stadt Sydney liegt in der Provinz Nova Scotia auf der Kap-Breton-Insel. Sydney wurde stark von der Stahlindustrie geprägt – Anfang des 20. Jahrhunderts befanden sich hier die größten Stahlwerke der Welt. Die Stadt trug zu den Kriegsanstrengungen der Alliierten bei, indem sie während des Zweiten Weltkriegs zum Brückenkopf für Nachschubkonvois nach Großbritannien wurde. Heutzutage hat der Tourismus den Bergbau ersetzt, aber das Sydney Mines Heritage Museum & Fossil Centre erinnert an die Geschichte der Stadt. Naturfreunde können eine Wanderung auf dem Leuchtturm-Küstenpfad in der Wildnis von Kap-Breton mit herrlichem Blick auf den Ozean genießen.
30. Oktober 2024 - Auf See
Ankunft 30.10.2024
Abfahrt 30.10.2024
Genießen Sie während der Überfahrt auf See die zahlreichen Freizeitangebote an Bord. Gönnen Sie sich Entspannung im Spa oder halten Sie sich im Fitnessraum in Form. Lassen Sie sich je nach Jahreszeit zu einem Sprung in den Pool oder zu einem Sonnenbad verlocken. Dieser Reise ohne Zwischenstopp bietet auch Gelegenheit, einer Konferenz oder einer der an Bord angebotenen Vorstellungen beizuwohnen, abhängig von den angebotenen Aktivitäten, oder in der Boutique ein wenig zu shoppen oder die PONANT-Fotografen in ihrem eigenen Bereich aufzusuchen. Wer das offene Meer liebt, bewundert auf dem Oberdeck das Schauspiel der Wogen und kann mit etwas Glück Meerestiere beobachten. Eine zauberhafte kleine Auszeit mit Komfort, Entspannung und Unterhaltung.
31. Oktober 2024 - Shelburne
Ankunft 31.10.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 31.10.2024 am frühen Nachmittag
Am Ende eines Inlets des Atlantiks, in der Küstenprovinz Nova Scotia im Südosten Kanadas, begeben Sie sich in Shelburne auf eine Reise durch die Zeit, zwischen prächtigen Seen und grünen Ebenen. In den gepflasterten, von schönen Gebäuden aus dem 17. Jahrhundert gesäumten Gässchen ist die Geschichte dieses malerischen Städtchen spürbar. An einigen Häuser weht noch die britische Flagge, wie ein Souvenir aus vergangenen Zeiten. Und zwar aus gutem Grund, denn die Stadt war einst eine Hochburg der Loyalisten, amerikanische Siedler, die der britischen Krone treu geblieben und nach der amerikanischen Revolution 1783 in die Region geflüchtet waren. Ein Kapitel der Geschichte, das man neben vielen anderen im berühmten Shelburne County Museum entdecken kann.
1. November 2024 - Portland
Ankunft 01.11.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 01.11.2024 abends
Der ehemalige koloniale Seehafen Portland in der Casco Bay fasziniert mit seiner üppigen Natur, seinem kulturellen Reichtum und seiner einzigartigen Atmosphäre. Lassen Sie sich die salzige Luft des Atlantiks um die Nase wehen und bewundern Sie die bunten Fischerboote im alten Hafen. Ein Spaziergang durch die gepflasterten, von historischen Gebäuden aus rotem Backstein aus dem 20. Jahrhundert gesäumten Gassen verspricht eine außergewöhnliche Zeitreise. Portland ist eine Stadt der Natur mit zahlreichen grünen Parks, botanischen Gärten und Naturschutzgebieten, in denen es leicht ist, neue Energie zu tanken und sich wieder mit den Elementen zu verbinden.
2. November 2024 - Boston
Ankunft 02.11.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Ausschiffung 02.11.2024 um 08:00
Die Stadt mit dem Beinamen "America's Walking City" wartet mit einer unglaublichen Geschichte auf. 1630 gegründet, heute die zehntgrößte Metropole der USA, stellt sie ein Paradies für Wanderer dar. Um eine Orientierungshilfe zu haben, nutzen Sie den Freedom Trail, der entlang einer auf dem Boden gezeichneten roten Linie zu den meisten Sehenswürdigkeiten führt. Nicht entgehen lassen dürfen Sie sich auch einen Abstecher auf den Quincy Market, um die köstlichen lokalen Spezialitäten wie den Hummersandwich zu kosten oder auch North End, das italienische Viertel. Für Romantiker ist Beacon Hill, das historische Viertel der Stadt, mit seinen kleinen gepflasterten Straßen, besonders reizvoll und sehenswert.
Montreal highlights
Discover Montreal’s cultural heritage and cosmopolitan blend of the old and new on this tour of the city. You will visit Old Montreal, the financial district, Westmount and its opulent residences, Montreal's universities. The tour includes a stop on Mount Royal for a panoramic view of Montreal and a visit of Notre-Dame Basilica, an outstanding example of neo-gothic architecture. During your walking tour, you will see the following highlights:
Notre-Dame Basilica - A masterpiece of Gothic Revival architecture, Notre-Dame Basilica was built between 1824 and 1829. The magnificent interior in wood and the boldly modern design of the Notre-Dame-du-Sacré-Coeur Chapel, captivate hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Paintings, sculptures and stained-glass windows illustrate biblical passages as well as 350 years of parish history.
Mount Royal Park - Perched on the hills above the city, see Montreal’s skyline, the St. Lawrence River and the surrounding countryside. Covering an area of over 200 hectares, the park is an oasis of peace and greenery and a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts in the middle of a modern metropolis.
The Golden Square Mile - At the heart of Montreal is the unique cosmopolitan centre known as the Golden Square Mile. Bringing together commerce, culture and art, you will pass lovely Victorian architecture, museums, shops, and restaurants, all set amidst the backdrop of Montreal’s fast-paced business district
Old Montreal - One of the largest historic districts in North America, learn about the origins and growth of the colony as you marvel at the unique architecture of the old city. You will also pass along the old port’s unique waterfront park.
During the tour, you will enjoy a local snack.
Finally, you will be back at the port of Montreal and your ship.
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This tour involves a small amount of walking, mostly on flat terrain. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes and clothes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 110 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Flavours of Montreal
This tour is guided by a food lover that will allow you to discover our city’s true sights, sounds, smells, and tastes.
As your guide leads you through the city, discover some of the cultures that have influenced Montreal's cuisine.
You'll discover a smorgasbord of shops and eateries along lively cobblestones streets and have the opportunity to enjoy a few local favourites, like some delicatessen and cheeses, delicious maple products, handmade chocolates and bagels.
After your visit, you will return to the pier and your ship.
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This is a moderate walking tour; we recommend you wear comfortable clothing and good walking shoes. Order of visit can be done in reverse order.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 95 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Walk & High Tea at the Château Frontenac
Dive into Quebec’s history by strolling the cobbled streets of the old town. Founded by the French explorer Champlain at the start of the 17th century and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is the only fortified city in North America to still have its ramparts.
First of all, you will go to the Place Royale. The stone buildings surrounding this historic square were once the homes of wealthy merchants. Built and rebuilt several times, the square remains the heart of the Lower Town as well as the home of North America’s oldest stone church, Notre-Dame-des-Victoires.
At the corner of the square, discover the charming pedestrian district of Petit-Champlain. Scattered along its narrow cobblestone streets are an array of quaint boutiques, speciality shops and outdoor cafés with strolling musicians and street performers.
You will then board the funicular that connects the Lower Town to the Upper Town. Perched on a hill overlooking the Saint Lawrence River, Château Frontenac is Quebec’s best-known monument. It was here that Franklin D. Roosevelt, Winston Churchill and William Mackenzie King met to discuss the Allied strategy during the Second World War. Now a luxury hotel, this château inspired by the French Renaissance and the châteaux of the Loire Valley is designated a National Historic Site of Canada. You will be able to make the most of the site and enjoy a cup of tea with the delectable pastries.
Adjoining the château, the Dufferin Terrace forms a belvedere overlooking the waterway. Enjoy the spectacular views over the Saint Lawrence River, the town of Lévis on the opposite bank, the 'île d'Orléans and the Laurentides region. You will then explore the fortress district passing Place d’Armes, the Quebec Seminary, the Ursuline Convent, Place de l’Hôtel de Ville, and the Artists Alley.
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We recommend you wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 115 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Quebec, from city to countryside
Discover the charm of the old town by exploring its historic and natural sites, then go along the Saint Lawrence River to admire the spectacular scenery of Montmorency Falls. Without forgetting the unmissable gourmet break at a maple farm.
Walk in the magnificent Battlefields Park, which is on the site of the historic battle at which the French surrendered to the British in 1759. Also known as the Plains of Abraham and nestling on the cliffs overlooking the Saint Lawrence River, it is now a stunning park featuring hills, gardens, monuments and artillery artefacts.
You will then go along the Grande-Allée, a vast avenue edged with shops and café-terraces, to the Parliament Building (Hôtel du Parlement), an impressive Second Empire-style building overlooking the city.
Then you will travel into the Quebec countryside. A few minutes from the fortified town of Old Quebec, Montmorency Falls offers breathtaking landscapes. You will feel the full power of nature when the water from the Montmorency River tumbles over the cliff to fall into the Saint Lawrence River.
At a maple farm, taste maple taffy - maple syrup boiled and poured onto snow; left to cool down, it is then wrapped around a stick to make a sticky treat.
Finally, you will discover the recently expanded Quebec National Museum of Fine Arts, where art, architecture and nature come together. You will discover the history of art in Quebec via its exhibitions of local artists from all eras.
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We recommend you wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 100 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.The Craftsman Road
Go back in time and discover the region’s handicrafts, thanks to a meeting with a glassblower, the visit of an ‘economuseum’ devoted to cutting precious stones, and an immersion in an alpaca farm.
Guiseppe Benedetto, glass blower and sculptor, will welcome you to his workshop-gallery, the Atelier Touverre, in Saguenay. You will see a demonstration of this art form, which is one of the oldest - the technique was already used in Egypt and Syria thousands of years - and most difficult to master.
Then cross the street to visit the Fine Stone Cutting Economuseum and discover the different stages of lapidary work for transforming stones into jewels. You will attend a stone-polishing demonstration in this workshop attached to one of Saguenay’s oldest buildings, the Saint-Alexis Presbytery, dating from 1868.
You will then head for the Alpaga Bersi Farm. During this visit you will learn all about the characteristics of the alpaca, a naturally sociable animal, and wool production, from collecting the fibre to the finished product. Simultaneously warm and light, resistant and non-irritating, this luxurious natural fibre has much to offer. Choose among the hand-knitted pullovers, scarfs, hats and mittens. At the end of your visit, you will enjoy a snack made of haskap (honeysuckle) and maple syrup.
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This excursion includes walking around 500 metres (1,640 feet) on sometimes uneven ground. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 140 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Hike along the shores of Rivière-à-Mars
Discover the beauty of Quebec’s boreal forest as you walk along the Rivière-à-Mars, on the Contact Nature ecotourism site, famous for salmon fishing.
A naturalist will welcome you and accompany you along the Rivière-à-Mars, a salmon river just a stone’s throw away from the city. You will reach the impressive Bec-Scie Canyon which has several different belvederes from which you will be able to admire the scenery.
Your guide will give you information about the natural environment, the site’s sampling activities, and the protection of the river and the salmon and trout. During your walk, you will have the opportunity to discover the lifestyle and land-related practices of the indigenous people.
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This excursion involves a 2.5-kilometre (1.6-mile) hike walk on uneven land, with around 40 steps to climb. It is not recommended for persons with reduced mobility or those with difficulties getting around. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and suitable clothing.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 80 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Le Bellot
Wie die anderen Schiffe der PONANT-EXPLORERS-Serie wurde auch Le Bellot so konzipiert, dass es seinen Passagieren absoluten Komfort bietet, und dies selbst an den entlegensten Regionen der Welt.
Schnittige Linien, modernste Ausstattung, raffiniertes Design, eine ebenso gediegene wie gemütliche Atmosphäre sowie die begrenzte Anzahl von Kabinen tragen zur Modernität von Le Bellot bei – einzigartig auf dem Kreuzfahrtmarkt.
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Lektor
An Bord Ihres Schiffes bieten Ihnen ausgewählte Lektoren kulturelle und historische Einblicke, damit Sie noch mehr über Ihr Reiseziel erfahren können: den Ursprung der lokalen Traditionen, die Geschichte symbolischer Orte, berühmte Persönlichkeiten und historische Helden... Die Experten begleiten Sie während der gesamten Kreuzfahrt, an Bord und bei den Ausflügen an Land, um ihr Know-how und ihre Einsichten mit Ihnen zu teilen.
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19.10.2024 - FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + DISCOVER NIAGARA FALLS (1 NIGHT) (PRE) + PANORAMIC TOUR OF BOSTON (POST)
2.760 €
DetailsDISCOVER NIAGARA FALLS (1 NIGHT)
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 - Toronto
Meet at Toronto Airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to the hotel Fairmont Royal York 5*.
Check-in.
Dinner and evening at leisure.
Day 2 - Toronto/Niagara Falls/Toronto
After breakfast and check-out, you will depart on your tour of the two Niagara’s (about 2 hours drive).
Niagara-on-the-Lake and Niagara Falls featured prominently in the “War of 1812” as the young American republic to the south made a bid to invade the British Colony of Upper Canada and include all of North America in their growing country. This bid failed and a series of running battles and skirmishes took place at many locations between Niagara-on-the-Lake and Niagara Falls.
To fully understand the power of Niagara Falls, you will participate in the attraction “Journey behind the falls”. You will first need to descend 125 feet and explore the 130-yearold tunnels running throughout this bedrock. As you transit the passages you will feel the thunderous vibration of the Horseshoe Falls well before you see them. The observation deck at the foot of this 13-storeytall wonder is an unforgettable sight (and you might become a little bit wet), but we urge you to spend time looking the viewing portals cut straight through the rock, offering a once-in-a-lifetime view of one-fifth of the world’s fresh water crashing down in front of you.
Transfer from Niagara Falls to a local vineyard.
Lunch will be served at the vineyard with wine pairings.
You will then be transferred to the pier of Toronto to embark on board your ship.
Your hotel:
Through a history of nearly 90 years the Fairmont Royal York, a 5* hotel, is the gateway to your Toronto experience. Standing in the very heart of downtown, this British empire influences' building has played host to the city’s most unforgettable moments by greeting host royal guests, heads of state and many others. Surrounded by highly skilled chefs, you make take advantage of the flavoury restaurants proposed.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
Your programme includes:
- 1-night accommodation in Luxury room at Fairmont Royal York hotel 5* (local standard) or similar, breakfast included.
- Meals as mentioned in the programme.
- Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 soft drink + wine pairings with the meal and 1 coffee or tea).
- Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.
- The services of a local English-speaking guide.
- Hospitality desk at the hotel, the day of your arrival.
Your programme does not include:
- Dinner on day 1.
- Personal expenses.
- Visa if necessary.
- Tips for the driver and local guide.
- Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
- It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
- Official hotel check-in time is 4:00 p.m
- The attraction « Journey behind the falls » is not recommended to our guests with walking difficulties. The tunnel floor is usually wet and may be slippery. We recommend a waterproof bag for your camera. A poncho will be distributed at the entrance of the attraction. There is no fast track for groups. It takes about 1 hour from the entrance to the exit gate with a maximum of 30 minute to enjoy the two outdoor observation decks.
- Guests who prefer not to participate in the attraction « Journey behind the falls » may enjoy time at leisure and join the group after the tour.
Contact of your hotel:
Hotel Fairmont Royal York
100 Front St W, Toronto,
ON M5J 1E3, Canada
Telephone: +1 416-368-2511
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 1.200 €
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.Montreal highlights
Discover Montreal’s cultural heritage and cosmopolitan blend of the old and new on this tour of the city. You will visit Old Montreal, the financial district, Westmount and its opulent residences, Montreal's universities. The tour includes a stop on Mount Royal for a panoramic view of Montreal and a visit of Notre-Dame Basilica, an outstanding example of neo-gothic architecture. During your walking tour, you will see the following highlights:
Notre-Dame Basilica - A masterpiece of Gothic Revival architecture, Notre-Dame Basilica was built between 1824 and 1829. The magnificent interior in wood and the boldly modern design of the Notre-Dame-du-Sacré-Coeur Chapel, captivate hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Paintings, sculptures and stained-glass windows illustrate biblical passages as well as 350 years of parish history.
Mount Royal Park - Perched on the hills above the city, see Montreal’s skyline, the St. Lawrence River and the surrounding countryside. Covering an area of over 200 hectares, the park is an oasis of peace and greenery and a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts in the middle of a modern metropolis.
The Golden Square Mile - At the heart of Montreal is the unique cosmopolitan centre known as the Golden Square Mile. Bringing together commerce, culture and art, you will pass lovely Victorian architecture, museums, shops, and restaurants, all set amidst the backdrop of Montreal’s fast-paced business district
Old Montreal - One of the largest historic districts in North America, learn about the origins and growth of the colony as you marvel at the unique architecture of the old city. You will also pass along the old port’s unique waterfront park.
During the tour, you will enjoy a local snack.
Finally, you will be back at the port of Montreal and your ship.
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This tour involves a small amount of walking, mostly on flat terrain. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes and clothes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 110 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Flavours of Montreal
This tour is guided by a food lover that will allow you to discover our city’s true sights, sounds, smells, and tastes.
As your guide leads you through the city, discover some of the cultures that have influenced Montreal's cuisine.
You'll discover a smorgasbord of shops and eateries along lively cobblestones streets and have the opportunity to enjoy a few local favourites, like some delicatessen and cheeses, delicious maple products, handmade chocolates and bagels.
After your visit, you will return to the pier and your ship.
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This is a moderate walking tour; we recommend you wear comfortable clothing and good walking shoes. Order of visit can be done in reverse order.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 95 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Walk & High Tea at the Château Frontenac
Dive into Quebec’s history by strolling the cobbled streets of the old town. Founded by the French explorer Champlain at the start of the 17th century and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is the only fortified city in North America to still have its ramparts.
First of all, you will go to the Place Royale. The stone buildings surrounding this historic square were once the homes of wealthy merchants. Built and rebuilt several times, the square remains the heart of the Lower Town as well as the home of North America’s oldest stone church, Notre-Dame-des-Victoires.
At the corner of the square, discover the charming pedestrian district of Petit-Champlain. Scattered along its narrow cobblestone streets are an array of quaint boutiques, speciality shops and outdoor cafés with strolling musicians and street performers.
You will then board the funicular that connects the Lower Town to the Upper Town. Perched on a hill overlooking the Saint Lawrence River, Château Frontenac is Quebec’s best-known monument. It was here that Franklin D. Roosevelt, Winston Churchill and William Mackenzie King met to discuss the Allied strategy during the Second World War. Now a luxury hotel, this château inspired by the French Renaissance and the châteaux of the Loire Valley is designated a National Historic Site of Canada. You will be able to make the most of the site and enjoy a cup of tea with the delectable pastries.
Adjoining the château, the Dufferin Terrace forms a belvedere overlooking the waterway. Enjoy the spectacular views over the Saint Lawrence River, the town of Lévis on the opposite bank, the 'île d'Orléans and the Laurentides region. You will then explore the fortress district passing Place d’Armes, the Quebec Seminary, the Ursuline Convent, Place de l’Hôtel de Ville, and the Artists Alley.
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We recommend you wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 115 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Quebec, from city to countryside
Discover the charm of the old town by exploring its historic and natural sites, then go along the Saint Lawrence River to admire the spectacular scenery of Montmorency Falls. Without forgetting the unmissable gourmet break at a maple farm.
Walk in the magnificent Battlefields Park, which is on the site of the historic battle at which the French surrendered to the British in 1759. Also known as the Plains of Abraham and nestling on the cliffs overlooking the Saint Lawrence River, it is now a stunning park featuring hills, gardens, monuments and artillery artefacts.
You will then go along the Grande-Allée, a vast avenue edged with shops and café-terraces, to the Parliament Building (Hôtel du Parlement), an impressive Second Empire-style building overlooking the city.
Then you will travel into the Quebec countryside. A few minutes from the fortified town of Old Quebec, Montmorency Falls offers breathtaking landscapes. You will feel the full power of nature when the water from the Montmorency River tumbles over the cliff to fall into the Saint Lawrence River.
At a maple farm, taste maple taffy - maple syrup boiled and poured onto snow; left to cool down, it is then wrapped around a stick to make a sticky treat.
Finally, you will discover the recently expanded Quebec National Museum of Fine Arts, where art, architecture and nature come together. You will discover the history of art in Quebec via its exhibitions of local artists from all eras.
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We recommend you wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 100 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.The Craftsman Road
Go back in time and discover the region’s handicrafts, thanks to a meeting with a glassblower, the visit of an ‘economuseum’ devoted to cutting precious stones, and an immersion in an alpaca farm.
Guiseppe Benedetto, glass blower and sculptor, will welcome you to his workshop-gallery, the Atelier Touverre, in Saguenay. You will see a demonstration of this art form, which is one of the oldest - the technique was already used in Egypt and Syria thousands of years - and most difficult to master.
Then cross the street to visit the Fine Stone Cutting Economuseum and discover the different stages of lapidary work for transforming stones into jewels. You will attend a stone-polishing demonstration in this workshop attached to one of Saguenay’s oldest buildings, the Saint-Alexis Presbytery, dating from 1868.
You will then head for the Alpaga Bersi Farm. During this visit you will learn all about the characteristics of the alpaca, a naturally sociable animal, and wool production, from collecting the fibre to the finished product. Simultaneously warm and light, resistant and non-irritating, this luxurious natural fibre has much to offer. Choose among the hand-knitted pullovers, scarfs, hats and mittens. At the end of your visit, you will enjoy a snack made of haskap (honeysuckle) and maple syrup.
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This excursion includes walking around 500 metres (1,640 feet) on sometimes uneven ground. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 140 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Hike along the shores of Rivière-à-Mars
Discover the beauty of Quebec’s boreal forest as you walk along the Rivière-à-Mars, on the Contact Nature ecotourism site, famous for salmon fishing.
A naturalist will welcome you and accompany you along the Rivière-à-Mars, a salmon river just a stone’s throw away from the city. You will reach the impressive Bec-Scie Canyon which has several different belvederes from which you will be able to admire the scenery.
Your guide will give you information about the natural environment, the site’s sampling activities, and the protection of the river and the salmon and trout. During your walk, you will have the opportunity to discover the lifestyle and land-related practices of the indigenous people.
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This excursion involves a 2.5-kilometre (1.6-mile) hike walk on uneven land, with around 40 steps to climb. It is not recommended for persons with reduced mobility or those with difficulties getting around. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and suitable clothing.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 80 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.PANORAMIC TOUR OF BOSTON
Enjoy your last day in America by discovering Boston and its cultural heritage.
Boston
After disembarkation procedures have been completed, you will depart the port of Boston by coach to reach the city centre where you will enjoy a panoramic tour.
En route, you will discover the Massachusetts Institute of Technology located in the city of Cambridge. The city of Cambridge is separated from Boston by the Charles River. Founded in 1861, MIT educates students in science and technology. A photo stop at the Great Dome will be made, epicentre of the institute which has witnessed the graduations of generations of students and the inaugurations of presidents.
Continue by a scenic drive through the main streets of Cambridge before arriving in downtown Boston.
Depending on time, start a short walking tour of Beacon Hill district, one of the most picturesque neighbourhoods located only steps from the Boston Common which is the oldest public garden in town. Beacon Hill takes its name from a beacon erected in the 17th century to warn the inhabitants of an imminent danger. Enjoy a stroll in its narrow streets of the 19th century neighbourhood showcase homes designed in Victorian and Georgian styles.
You will continue with the visit of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Opened in 1876, this museum offers one of the largest collections of Art in the world with nearly 500,000 works of art from around the globe and across the ages. The museum covers Asian, Egyptian and European art, especially an impressive collection of Monet's paintings. Since 2010, a new wing is dedicated to the Art of the Americas from the prehistoric times to the modern times.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
You will then be transferred to the airport in time for check-in of the PONANT selected flight.
Your programme includes :
- Lunch with beverage package (mineral water + 1 soft drink or 1 local beer or 1 glass of wine + 1 coffee or tea).
- Transfers and visits as mentioned in the programme.
- Services of local English-speaking guide.
Your programme does not include :
- Tips for the driver and local guide.
- Personal expenses.
- Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 420 €
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.ON THE PATH OF THE AMERICAN HISTORY (6 NIGHTS)
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Enjoy 7 days to explore iconic cities and sites that marked the history of the United States from the colonization to the war of independence and from the civil war to the gilded age.
Day 1 – Boston/Newport
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative.
Your day will start a visit of Boston with a travel back at the time of the Pilgrims and the American revolution.
Boston is a city of transformation throughout the years. It started as the Massachusetts Bay Colony at the arrival of the Puritans in 1630. It quickly established a strong port for commerce and sustenance due to its ideal location on the North-Eastern coast. At the time, trades with the British empire included fish, sugar, tobacco, and last but not least tea. As the economic situation in the British empire was undergoing difficult times, several acts were acted taxing the colonies. Those taxes eventually led to the catalytic evens such as the Boston Massacre and Boston Tea Party, key events that signified the beginning of the American revolution.
Lunch will be served in a local restaurant.
After lunch, continue to your visit of Boston along with your guide including a walk along the Freedom Trail. This walking trail crosses the city for 4.5 km (2.8 miles) and you will discover around 15 historical buildings and memorials that have marked the history of Boston.
Following your visit, board your coach for a 2-hour ride toward Newport, a small seaside town in Rhode Island.
Check in your hotel Wyndham Newport Hotel.
The rest of the day is free.
Dinner will be served at the hotel's restaurant.
Overnight.
Day 2 – Newport/Mystic/New York City
Breakfast.
Dive into the Gilded Age with the visit of Marble House, a mansion built by the grandson of Commodore Cornelius Vanderbilt, Mr. Vanderbilt in 1888. Marble House is a social and architectural landmark that set the pace for Newport’s great transformation from a quiet summer colony of wooden houses to the legendary resort of luxurious stone palaces. The House was designed by the architect Richard Morris Hunt and was inspired by the Petit Trianon at Versailles. The cost of the house was reported to be close to 11 million dollars, of which 7 million was spent on 500 000 cubic feet of marble.
After your visit, board your coach for a 1 – hour transfer to Mystic, Connecticut.
Lunch will be served on a seaside local restaurant.
After lunch, continue your day with the visit of Mystic Seaport Museum, the largest maritime museum in the United States. Since the 1600th, this historic area has been a center of shipbuilding. Between 1784 and 1919 the golden age of American maritime enterprise, more than 600 vessels were constructed along the Mystic River. During the Great Depression, wooden ships were turned into firewood, but 3 Mystic residents worked together to keep this tradition alive. This partnership was fruitful despite the economic conditions and in 1941 Mystic Seaport acquired the Charles W. Morgan, the country’s last wooden whaleship from the once-great Yankee fleet; the Mystic Seaport Museum was born. Today, the museum features a large collection of marine paintings, scrimshaw, models, ship plans, film and video recordings and over 1 million photographs including the Rosenfeld Collection.
At the end of your visit, board your coach for 3 hours transfer to your hotel Sofitel Times Square 4*, (time of transfer may vary according to traffic).
Check-in, the rest of the day and dinner at leisure.
Overnight.
Day 3 – New York City
Breakfast at the hotel.
Continue your history-themed programme and learn more about Alexander Hamilton and the Founding Fathers. Explore the legacy left in Manhattan by Hamilton, a figure in American history who was born in the West Indies and made his reputation during the revolutionary war and became one of America’s most influential Founding Fathers. He was highly supported a strong federal government and played a key role in ratifying the US. Constitution. As the first secretary of the United States Treasury, he built a strong financial foundation against the opposition from Thomas Jefferson. Visit out of the beaten sites that filled with historical significance such as Fraunces Tavern, a historic bar and restaurant labeled as National Landmark building that once served as a watering hole for many of the Founding Fathers.
Lunch will be served in a local restaurant.
Continue with the visit on theme of the Gilded Age. Learl all about America’s greatest businessmen that forged America such as Cornelius Vanderbilt, John D. Rockefeller, or Andrew Carnegie. Learn about how they built their wealth and dominance and visit a selection of Gilded Age mansion located on the 5th avenue, also called the “Millionaire’s Row”.
The rest of the day and dinner are at leisure.
Overnight.
Day 4 – New York City/Philadelphia/Baltimore
Breakfast at the hotel.
Board your coach for a 2 – hours ride to Philadelphia (time of transfer may vary according to traffic).
Stretch your legs with a walking tour of the most iconic and historical sites of the city that is America’s birthplace as it is the place where the Founding Fathers met, discussed, debated and formed the new country to be. By 1770s, Philadelphia had grown to be the 3rd most important business center in the British Empire, after Liverpool and London due to the city location that provided access to inland farm regions and to the coal and ore resources that supplied the early iron industry. Prosperity was translated into personal and community wealth and the city became leader in the arts, science and culture, attracting future great leaders such as Benjamin Franklin, Benjamin Rush and David Rittenhouse. Private and public buildings were erected such as Hamilton’s Independence Hall. Later, Philadelphia would emerge as a leading republican city opposing to slavery.
During this tour, discover great iconic sites along with your guide such as the President’s House, the Declaration House or the Congress Hall.
Lunch will then be served in a local restaurant.
Board your coach for a 1 – hour transfer to Baltimore, enjoy a panoramic tour of Baltimore with a stop at the port.
Check in your hotel Baltimore Marriott Waterfront.
Time at leisure to enjoy a waterfront walk, dinner is at leisure.
Overnight.
Day 5 – Baltimore/Washington DC
Breakfast at the hotel.
Board your coach for a 1 – hour transfer to Washington DC.
Make a first stop at Hillwood Estate Museum, a house where presidents, heads of states, ambassadors and politicians were formally entertained in the mid-twentieth century. It was bought by Marjorie Merriweather Post in 1955 who turned it into a museum dedicated to inspiring and educate the public. It now features nearly 20,000 objects from Hillwood’s collection of Russian imperial art, French eighteenth-century decorative art and Marjorie Merriweather Post’s personal collection of apparel, jewelry and accessories. A unique place and collection that will dive you into the American way of life in the XXth century.
A private lunch will be served in at Hillwood Estate.
After lunch, head into Washington DC downtown for a visit of Seat of the Government of the United States. Founded in 1790, The District of Columbia was established as the capital of the United States by the Constitution itself. The location of the new city was to be a compromise: Alexander Hamilton and northern states wanted the new federal government to assume Revolutionary War debts, and Thomas Jefferson and southern states who wanted the capital placed in a location friendly to slave-holding agricultural interests. Ideally located on the Potomac River and near colonial ports, Washington was called “the gateway to the interior”. The city was nearly destroyed during the war of 1812 against Great Britain through the enemy’s fire, along came the reduction of the population. It only increased again during the Civil War that as it quickly became a hub for freed slaves after Emancipation Proclamation.
Walk through iconic memorials, houses, governmental buildings, and streets along with you guide and learn more about how Washington DC became a vibrant and culturally diverse city and how the Great names of history shaped it.
Transfer to your hotel Lyle Washington DC 4*.
Check in your room, the rest of the day and dinner are at leisure.
Overnight.
Day 6 – Washington DC
Breakfast.
Transfer to Arlington cemetery, a place of tribute to those who have dedicated their lives to defending the ideals of the country. About 400’000 veterans are currently buried, including service members from every one of American’s major wars. Major figures of the American history are also buried in Arlington, including President John F. Kennedy, Stateman John Foster Dulles or revolutionary William Russell.
Enjoy a more relaxing moment walking on King George Street in old Alexandria.
Time at leisure to enjoy this vibrant area for some shopping or coffee stop.
Get on a ferry to cross the Potomac River to reach Georgetown, a small town established as a tobacco port in Maryland, and it was designated a National Historic Landmark. It is marked by a strong African American history as it represented from 30% to 40% of its population at one time.
Lunch will be served in a local restaurant.
After lunch, start your last visit of the programme on the path of Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln became the 16th president of the United States in 1861. Born in Kentucky, he made extraordinary efforts to attain knowledge while working on a farm in Illinois and spent eight years in the Illinois legislature and rode the circuit of courts for many years. He issued the emancipation Proclamation that declared forever free those slaves within the confederacy in 1863, two years in Civil War. He was re-elected in 1864 and was assassinated on April 14th, 1865, at Ford’s Theatre in Washington.
Visit Lincoln’s cottage where he made some his most nation-changing decisions and developed the Emancipation Proclamation.
Return to your hotel.
Rest of the day and dinner at leisure.
Overnight.
Day 7 – Washington DC
After breakfast and check-out, time at leisure depending on your flight schedule.
You will then be transferred to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
Your hotels:
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The Wyndham Newport Hotel 4* is a typical contemporary waterfront hotel in New England. It features an indoor pool, a gym, and the restaurant offers American style dining.
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The Sofitel Time Square 4* is ideally located in the heart of Manhattan, 7mn away from Times Square by foot. The 32m² room features a rain shower and a bathtub. You may enjoy a meal at the French brasserie of the hotel.
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The Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel 4* is located in the Harbor East District, it features a restaurant and a gym. Each room offers a city view.
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Lyle Hotel Washington DC 4* is located a little outside Washington DC downtown, in the Heart of Dupont Circle, a vibrant Art Deco neighbourhood. The hotel features a fine restaurant and bar, a fitness centre and laundry and dry cleaning.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
Your programme includes:
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1-night accommodation in Standard King room, at Wyndham Newport Hotel 4* (local standard) or similar, breakfast included.
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2-nights accommodation in Standard King room, at Sofitel New York 4* (local standard) or similar, breakfast included.
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1-night accommodation in Standard King room, at Baltimore Marriott Waterfront 4* (local standard) or similar, breakfast included.
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2-nights accommodation in Deluxe King room, at Lyle Hotel Washington DC 4* (local standard) or similar, breakfast included.
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Meals as mentioned in the programme.
Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 soft drink or 1 local beer or 1 glass of wine and 1 coffee or tea). -
Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.
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The services of a local English-speaking guide.
Your programme does not include:
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Personal expenses.
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Visa if necessary.
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Tips for the driver and local guide.
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Late check-out on day 7.
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Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
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It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
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Transfers from the hotel to the airport on day 7 are available to either Dulles International Airport (IAD) or Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).
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This programme is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
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Official hotel check-out time is 11:00 a.m. Late check-out might be available depending on availability and on a supplement basis.
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This program requires a lot of outside walking. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes and travelling with a water-bottle.
Contact of your hotels:
The Wyndham Newport
240 Aquidneck Avenue
Middletown, RI 02842
Telephone number: (401) 236-2020
The Sofitel Time Square
45 W 44th Street
New York, NY 10036
Telephone number: (212) 354-8844
The Baltimore Marriott Waterfront
700 Aliceanna Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Telephone number: (410) 385-3000
Lyle Hotel Washington DC
1731 New Hampshire Avenue
Washington, DC 20009
Telephone number: (202) 964 6750
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 4.500 €
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + DISCOVER NIAGARA FALLS (1 NIGHT) (PRE) + PANORAMIC TOUR OF BOSTON (POST)
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 2.760 €
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.