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Canada's East Coast Canada's East Coast Fins and Fiddles 10 nights
Explore Canada's East Coast including Sable Island, Perce, Quebec, Gros Morne National Park, Newfoundland & Labrador, and even the quaint taste of France in St. Pierre & Miquelon. Family friendly tours take you to see the famous wild horses of Sable Island as well as sea kayaking, stand up paddle boarding and cycling excursions throughout the voyage.
This expedition cruise takes travellers to islands and remote parts of Canada's Atlantic coast. Eastern Canada is famous for a rich and diverse culture, found in small fishing communities and remote ports. The region also offers a staggering abundance of wildlife, including prolific birdlife, numerous seal and whale species and we even encounter the fabled wild horses of Sable Island. Beaches and lagoons provide viewing opportunities for numerous shorebirds. On the cruise we hope to see the great baleen whales such as the humpback, minke and blue whale, as well as grey and harp seals.
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Canada's East Coast Fins and Fiddles
Starting Rate: N/A
Number of Nights: 10
Departs from: SYDNEY
Returns to: SYDNEY
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Day by Day: What you can experience: Canada's East Coast Fins and Fiddles
Please note this is a SAMPLE ITINERARY and subject to change. Reference the full trip notes for your chosen departure details. Find out more about the daily excursions of this expedition cruise to Atlantic Canada's most breathtaking areas. Whale watching, exciting activities such as cycling, hiking, stand up paddling, sea kayaking and zodiac excursions take you into this enchanted world of wildlife and cultural diversity.
Daily shore excursions with expert guides, a range of wonderful activities and an inspired dining menu make this an ideal way to experience this enchanting region of Canada.
Day 1
Sydney, Nova Scotia
Our adventure begins in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Prior to embarkation, we will have the opportunity to visit the historic port town of Louisbourg and t...
Our adventure begins in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Prior to embarkation, we will have the opportunity to visit the historic port town of Louisbourg and take a tour of the fortress. During the 18th century, Louisbourg was the third busiest seaport in North America.
Day 2
Sable Island
Located on the edge of the Grand Banks, hundreds of kilometers from the coast, Sable Island has a storied history as a graveyard of ships, with mor...
Located on the edge of the Grand Banks, hundreds of kilometers from the coast, Sable Island has a storied history as a graveyard of ships, with more than 350 ships falling victim to the treacherous currents and sandbars. Sporadically inhabited by sealers, shipwreck survivors and salvagers, the island is now home to fewer than six year-round inhabitants, a herd of wild horses and one of the largest gray seal colonies in the world. It is an important stopover for numerous migratory bird species as they make their way to and from the High Arctic regions.
Day 3
Bird Island & Ingonish, Nova Scotia
We return to Cape Breton and continue our exploration of this beautiful area by stopping at Bird Island. The Atlantic puffins and razorbills might ...
We return to Cape Breton and continue our exploration of this beautiful area by stopping at Bird Island. The Atlantic puffins and razorbills might call to us as we put the Zodiacs down in the water for a cruise. For the afternoon, we head back onboard to reposition to Ingonish. Here, the Gaelic College in Cape Breton is a bus ride away from the beach where we disembark. Additional activities for the day include sea kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding or cycling – all alongside our expert guides and naturalists who will share their excitement for the destination along the way.
Day 4
Greenwich, Prince Edward Island
This morning, we are anchored off Greenwich, Prince Edward Island. Today we have plenty of options and we split into several groups to explore this...
This morning, we are anchored off Greenwich, Prince Edward Island. Today we have plenty of options and we split into several groups to explore this enchanting location. For the history buffs a visit to Charlottetown is a must. For those looking to explore the natural beauty of PEI, a visit to the national park is in order. Look for the Greenwich dunes that became a part of the park in 1998 to protect the iconic area. Arriving back to the ship after a busy day, we enjoy dinner as we navigate north towards the Magdalen Islands.
Day 5
Les Isles de la Madeleine
Sculpted out of sandstone, Les Isles de la Madeleine in the Gulf of St. Lawrence are home to unique fishing communities with beautifully maintained...
Sculpted out of sandstone, Les Isles de la Madeleine in the Gulf of St. Lawrence are home to unique fishing communities with beautifully maintained waterfront houses and boats, flowing grassy meadows and sandstone shorelines sculpted by the elements. In addition to the traditional fishing and sealing culture found in the islands, we encounter a wide diversity of bird and sea life. Europeans first discovered the islands in the mid 15th century, though it’s thought indigenous Miíkmaqs had been visiting for centuries to hunt walrus. Quebecois and Acadian culture features strongly in the local cuisine, craft and language. The island’s gentle terrain is a cyclist’s paradise, while the sea kayaking and stand up paddle boarding through sea arches and into sandstone sea caves are superb. Otherwise you might enjoy a whale-watching cruise in the zodiacs or head to the beach to soak up some sun or build sand castles!
Day 6
Gaspé Peninsula
At Bonaventure Island we drop the anchor near the town of Percé and explore the island by zodiac. This location has a rich natural, historic, and g...
At Bonaventure Island we drop the anchor near the town of Percé and explore the island by zodiac. This location has a rich natural, historic, and geological heritage. Sculpted over time by the sea, the island is situated at the tip of the Gaspé Peninsula. The outstanding flora and fauna, including its famous colony of Northern Gannets, make this location a highlight. Almost 300 different species of birds have been recorded as visiting, migrating to, or living on Bonaventure Island. An afternoon visit to the community of Percé will provide a window into the rich fishing culture of French-Canada. Zodiac cruising, sea kayaking and stand up paddle boarding are all activities that can be undertaken here, weather permitting.
Day 7
Anticosti Island
At the mouth of the St. Lawrence River, where the river water mixes with Arctic waters and the more temperate Atlantic waters, lies Anticosti Islan...
At the mouth of the St. Lawrence River, where the river water mixes with Arctic waters and the more temperate Atlantic waters, lies Anticosti Island. We plan to hike along the beaches near the eastern end of the island followed by a zodiac cruise along the cliffs at East Point. We hope to observe several species of shorebirds and seabirds as well as whales and seals, which are frequent visitors to the island's waters. Bald eagles soaring along the shoreline, deer in the woods and whales just offshore are all common sights in this location.
Day 8
Gros Morne National Park
Sailing into majestic Bonne Bay, in the heart of Gros Morne National Park, the cliffs soar up out of the water and are covered in a green blanket o...
Sailing into majestic Bonne Bay, in the heart of Gros Morne National Park, the cliffs soar up out of the water and are covered in a green blanket of tuckamore forest – windswept spruce sculpted by the ocean breeze. At Woody Point we are welcomed ashore by a delegation from the community before hiking up to the excellent interpretation centre. From there, various guided walks take us into the World Heritage-listed Tablelands and to the lookout for a view over much of the park! A boreal wetland landscape, featuring dramatic rock ridges, pitcher plants, white-throated sparrows and perhaps even a moose could all be encountered as we explore the park. The twisting mountain road to Trout River makes for a challenging bike ride with our guides or a paddle along the shores of Bonne Bay is another great option.
Day 9
Francois, Newfoundland
The community of Francois on the south coast of Newfoundland was settled in the late 1700s. Francois’s rich fishing heritage also included operatio...
The community of Francois on the south coast of Newfoundland was settled in the late 1700s. Francois’s rich fishing heritage also included operation of a whale factory in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Known as an ‘out-port’, and accessible only by boat or from the air by helicopter, Francois has a deep harbour which is navigable year-round. When entering Francois harbour, we are first greeted by one of the few remaining manned light stations on the coast of Newfoundland. Once past the light, the narrow opening leading into the steep-walled rocky fjord amazes us. This is a spectacular location and for many, a highlight of the trip.
Day 10
Saint-Pierre et Miquelon
Saint-Pierre et Miquelon are a small group of islands situated off the south coast of Newfoundland. They were first settled by the French in the ea...
Saint-Pierre et Miquelon are a small group of islands situated off the south coast of Newfoundland. They were first settled by the French in the early 17th century and today, the islands are the sole remaining vestige of France’s once vast North American empire. Walking down the streets feels like taking a stroll through a provincial French town. There's an excellent puffin colony here and, if weather permits, we cruise in the zodiacs to see these colourful birds. Tonight we enjoy a special dinner attended by the Captain to mark the end of our voyage through Canada’s spectacular Atlantic provinces.
Day 11
Sydney, Nova Scotia
We sail back to Sydney, Nova Scotia across the mouth of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. We will disembark in the morning and, while some of us will head ...
We sail back to Sydney, Nova Scotia across the mouth of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. We will disembark in the morning and, while some of us will head to the airport, many will add a few extra days in Cape Breton to enjoy one of the gems of Canada’s East Coast.
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Dates and Rates
The following departures are available for this voyage
All prices are listed in USD. Single supplement: 1.5 for the twin occupancy cabins and 2 for the suites (single supplements not available for the triple share cabins).
Sea Kayaking on the Labrador & Torngat Mountains departures: USD695. On our Fins and Fiddles departures, Sea Kayaking is complimentary
GST (Canada): All bookings on voyages that operate domestically within Canada, are subject to a compulsory 5% goods and services tax (GST). This will be itemized separately to the cruise price on the confirmation invoice.
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