New York City, New York
Welcome to "Skyscraper National Park," as Kurt Vonnegut dubbed this amazing city. New York is so much a part of the world's imagination, you may think you've got the city pegged even if you've never been there! New York still holds a myriad of additional surprises - there's always something exciting around the next corner. It's a captivating, awesome, varied and glamorous empire.
New York remains the city by which all other cities are judged. You have to see it to believe it and even then you might find it difficult to believe your eyes!
The city comprises the central island of Manhattan along with four other boroughs: Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island. To many, Manhattan is New York. The 22-square-mile island is divided into the three districts of Downtown, Midtown and Upper Manhattan. There are countless museums, theaters, restaurants, parks and towering skyscrapers. Many residents never get to see it all in a lifetime, so don’t expect to take it all in during one visit.
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Boston, Massachusetts
One of America’s greatest and oldest cities, Boston was founded in 1630 along the Charles River. It was dubbed the "Cradle of Liberty" for leading the American Colonies in their struggle for independence, and "Hub of the Universe" for its citizens’ intellectual achievements.
Many of Boston’s points of interest are near each other and most of them can be seen on foot. The downtown area is packed with magnificent old architecture, museums and monuments. The distinct neighborhoods are steeped in history, with numerous famous monuments. Boston’s entertainment scene is one of the nation’s best. Major sporting events include the annual Boston Marathon, regarded as the most prestigious long-distance foot race in the country.
There is an array of strikingly contrasting neighborhoods, from the trendy elegance of Back Bay and the old-world charm of the North End to the imposing modern skyline of the financial district and adjacent waterfront. Explore at least part of Colonial America’s most historic walk, the Freedom Trail, which crosses the Boston Common, the oldest public park in the USA. The State House, with its dazzling gold dome, overlooks the park. Who hasn’t heard of Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market? Once of historic significance, now it is a place where visitors can browse the endless shops or enjoy a hearty snack or lunch.
Across the Charles River lies Cambridge, with its famed Harvard University founded in 1636 as one of the preeminent Ivy League establishments in the country. Farther inland are Lexington and Concord, two towns that are linked by the events that sparked the American Revolution in 1775.
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Day 4
Bar Harbor, Maine
The rising sun lights the top of Cadillac Mountain before any other spot in the United States, and on island-dotted Penobscot Bay, Bar Harbor welcomes you.
Tall ships unfurl their sails while seals and porpoises play in the wide blue bay. Admire the rugged coastline preserved in Acadia National Park. Then watch as a traditional lobster bake is prepared, and enjoy a cup of wild Maine blueberries.
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Day 5
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Halifax is perfect for exploring on foot, with tree-lined streets, inviting sidewalk cafes, and museums in a park-like waterfront setting. Discover historic dockside vessels at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.
Stroll lazily through one of the finest Victorian city gardens in North America. Experience the charm of Peggy's Cove, as ships from every corner of the globe sail by in the background.
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Day At Sea
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New York City, New York
Welcome to "Skyscraper National Park," as Kurt Vonnegut dubbed this amazing city. New York is so much a part of the world's imagination, you may think you've got the city pegged even if you've never been there! New York still holds a myriad of additional surprises - there's always something exciting around the next corner. It's a captivating, awesome, varied and glamorous empire.
New York remains the city by which all other cities are judged. You have to see it to believe it and even then you might find it difficult to believe your eyes!
The city comprises the central island of Manhattan along with four other boroughs: Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island. To many, Manhattan is New York. The 22-square-mile island is divided into the three districts of Downtown, Midtown and Upper Manhattan. There are countless museums, theaters, restaurants, parks and towering skyscrapers. Many residents never get to see it all in a lifetime, so don’t expect to take it all in during one visit.
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Arrival and departure times may vary slightly by sailing date.
Terms & Conditions:
All prices are per person, for the stated occupancy, and include all meals, accommodations and entertainment! Fares are subject to availability and may change without prior notice. Port charges are also included in the above fares. Also included are the traditional PIED PIPER escort and activities, subject to minimum participation. Taxes, gratuities, and optional insurance are additional. Fuel supplement of $30 per person is additional.
