Begin in New York before sailing to Portland and Saint John, where maritime heritage and dramatic tides shape the early route. The journey continues through the Magdalen Islands, Havre-Saint-Pierre and Baie-Comeau, revealing remote coastlines and rich French-Canadian culture. Quebec City brings historic grandeur, while Saguenay and Sept-Îles showcase striking northern landscapes. Sydney and Halifax offer Atlantic Canada’s warmth and seafaring legacy before returning to New York, completing a richly layered voyage through North America’s northeastern shores.


Begin in New York before sailing to Portland and Saint John, where maritime heritage and dramatic tides shape the early route. The journey continues through the Magdalen Islands, Havre-Saint-Pierre and Baie-Comeau, revealing remote coastlines and rich French-Canadian culture. Quebec City brings historic grandeur, while Saguenay and Sept-Îles showcase striking northern landscapes. Sydney and Halifax offer Atlantic Canada’s warmth and seafaring legacy before returning to New York, completing a richly layered voyage through North America’s northeastern shores.
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Min Age Notes: Guests under 18 (21 for US guests or journeys embarking from a US port) must travel with a parent or legal guardian; minors travelling with other adults need signed parental authorisation (Booking T&C §5.4–5.5).
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