Locks, Legends & Canals of the Northeast (on the Grande Mariner)
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- Enjoy cruise along the Oswego Canal to Oswego
- Explore Historic Quebec city and stunning view from Observation Towers before visiting the impressive Montmorency Falls.
- Visit Saguenay which is noted to be one of the world’s best locales for whale watching, attracting Belugas, Right whales, and even the elusive Blue whale.
- Opportunity to Cruise north along the St. Lawrence River to the mouth of the beautiful Saguenay River
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Spectacular natural scenery and postcard-perfect photo opportunities abound on this northeastern adventure! Sail the most renowned waters of New York State and southeastern Canada, including surging rivers, peaceful lakes, and majestic fjords. Embark in New York City and transit famed New York Harbor, and behold the iconic Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty.
Greet the morning with a scenic sail through the breathtaking Hudson River Valley! Enjoy a visit to West Point, NY*, where an optional tour takes you to the campus of the prestigious West Point Military Academy and its awe-inspiring Gothic Revival style chapel. Later,...
This morning arrive in Troy, NY known for its unparalleled Victorian architecture and magnificent Tiffany windows seen in such films as Martin Scorsese’s Age of Innocence. Here, witness the unique feat of lowering the ship’s pilot house as we prepare to travel under t...
Enjoy a full day on the Erie Canal’s calm water. Today you may choose to visit quaint Cooperstown, NY and meet the ship later in the day. Located in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, Cooperstown is home to the Baseball Hall of Fame, the Farmers Museum, and the ...
Cruise along the Oswego Canal to Oswego, NY nestled on the shoreline of magnificent Lake Ontario. You may choose to take a local shuttle on a panoramic loop around this charming area and view some of the highlights such as the H. Lee White Marine Museum, the Richardso...
Today cruise to Clayton, NY in the gorgeous Thousand Islands region. You will visit the notable Antique Boat Museum for a glimpse of the world’s largest showcase of classic recreational boats. Dock overnight in scenic Alexandria Bay, NY with views of the famed Boldt Castle.
Continuing through the scenic Thousand Islands, visit tiny Dark Island, NY in Chippewa Bay and tour elegant Singer Castle. Built as a private home in 1905, the mansion was used for rum-running during Prohibition. Continue on to Ogdensburg, NY where you may opt to visit the Frederic Remington Art Museum to admire the original works of this American painter.
Crossing into Canada, cruise the magnificent St. Lawrence Seaway, the gateway from the Atlantic Ocean to the North American Great Lakes. The Seaway is a system of locks, canals, and channels dotted with waterfront communities, scenic islands, and amazing wildlife habitats.
Welcome to Montreal, QC, a fun-filled city vibrant with culture, history and artistic wonders, from its charming riverside locale to its diverse, big-city attractions. Choose an optional city tour including Old Montreal, Notre Dame Basilica (subject to availability), ...
Cruise north along the St. Lawrence River to the mouth of the beautiful Saguenay River. This swift waterway is bordered by dramatic cliffs, which create some of Canada’s most stunning natural scenery.
The Saguenay is noted to be one of the world’s best locales for whale watching, attracting Belugas, Right whales, and even the elusive Blue whale. A naturalist and fjord expert will join you and introduce the area’s majestic fjords and phenomenal wildlife, including seals, birds, and whales.
Welcome to charming and historic Quebec City, QC. With its distinctly French culture it is considered by many to be the most romantic city in North America. This morning an optional tour introduces the charms of Quebec City and the stunning view from Observation Tower...
Spend the day cruising south, as you make a return to Montreal. This evening celebrate with a festive farewell dinner and cocktail party.
Disembark in Montreal, QC.
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A deposit of $500 per person is due within seven days from the date your reservation is made. Payments can be made by check or credit card (MasterCard, VISA or Discover). Please make checks payable to “Blount Small Ship Adventures.” To avoid a cancellation of your cabin, please ensure that your deposit is received within one week of reservation. You will receive written confirmation of your reservation and an invoice upon receipt of deposit. Please allow five working days to process your payment. Final payment of balance is due 90 days prior to date of sailing. You will not receive another invoice.
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Ship Details: Grande Mariner
Category 4: $6,299
Port Charges: $395
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Accommodation
Grande Mariner
Commissioned and built by Blount Boats in 1998, the Grande Mariner makes her way up to Montreal, just in time for fall foliage season. She was refurbished in 2010, with totally new cabin configurations including new décor, new bathrooms, new furniture in the cabins, a renovated lounge, new décor, and brand new furniture. So if you want to take in a few rays on the sun deck, relax and enjoy the vista-view lounge, or just have a few quiet moments in your cabin as the sea drifts past your open picture window, the Grande Mariner is ready.
Specifications
LENGTH: 184'
BEAM: 40'
DRAFT: 6'6"
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 88
PASSENGER CABINS: 44
COMMISSIONED: 1998
REFURBISHED: 2010
FLAG: United States
BUILT BY: Blount Boats, Warren, RI
All reservations are subject to a minimum $75 per person cancellation charge. Passengers may cancel subject to the charges listed below. Cancellations must be confirmed in writing by the passenger or travel agent prior to departure to be considered valid.
Cancellation fees per person from date of departure:
60 days or more = $75
59 days – 45 days = 25% of fare
44 days – 30 days = 50% of fare
29 days – 11 days = 75% of fare
10 days or less = 100% of fare
In addition, passengers will be charged all administration costs incurred by us on behalf of passenger. Administration charges may be levied for ground or air portions or other services associated with voyage or special requests and changes. There shall be no right to any refund except as stated, and we shall have no obligation or liability to passengers for cancellation and/or non-use of all or a portion of a voyage or other services, whether or not due to circumstances beyond passengers’ control. Once purchased trip insurance is non-refundable. We strongly encourage all passengers to purchase trip insurance.
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