Grand Eastbound Crossing - Ports & Excursions

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Large Ship Cruise
Leaving New York on this 12-night cruise, you'll reach Halifax with its Victorian Public Gardens and Citadel. In Boston, you may explore the Freedom Trail or the boutiques of Newbury Street before a return to the Big Apple, and a Transatlantic Crossing to Southampton.
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Overview

Trip type
Large Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • As you sail into beautiful destinations, you can take in the view while relaxing on deck. You may even want to rise a few hours early and take in the sunrise.
    • The Hudson River and take in the famous New York skyline. See many of the city’s famous sites on this land and sea tour.
    • Visit to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island – two of the world’s most renowned landmarks.
    • Enjoy Boston’s highlights on this panoramic tour, taking in the city’s most important and scenic sights by both land and sea
    • Enjoy a city drive that will introduce you to the highlights of Boston, combined with a visit to the fun and fascinating Boston Tea Party Museum.

What's this trip about?

    Leaving New York on this 12-night cruise, you'll reach Halifax with its Victorian Public Gardens and Citadel. In Boston, you may explore the Freedom Trail or the boutiques of Newbury Street before a return to the Big Apple, and a Transatlantic Crossing to Southampton.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityNew York, USA
End CitySouthampton, United Kingdom

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Photography
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Cycling
  • History
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • River Cruise

Trip includes

    • Accommodation
    • Dining
    • Entertainment
    • Health & Wellbeing
    • Flights & Transfers

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Itinerary

Sat 1 Jul

New York, USA
See the bright lights of the Big Apple, international mecca and melting pot, with expensive brownstones, colourful neighbourhoods like Greenwich Village and the Upper West Side and the legendary Central Park. Explore some of the world's great museums. Some come just for the shopping: there’s Bloomingdale’s on Lex, Tiffany’s on Fifth, Barneys and the unique boutiques along Madison.

Sun 2 Jul
At Sea

Mon 3 Jul

Halifax, Canada
The star-shaped fortress stands guard to this fascinating city. Stand beside Sir Samuel Cunard himself, our visionary Nova Scotia founder has been immortalised in bronze and again presides over his elegant, hometown waterfront. Visit Halifax gardens – a tranquil tapestry of manicured lawns, winding paths and iron railings – crowned by an ornate Victorian bandstand.

Tue 4 Jul

Boston
Boston is the largest city of Massachusetts and New England, located in a natural harbour showcasing significant historic sites such as The Freedom Trail. Discover the birth of a nation at the Boston Tea Party ship, or for more contemporary pleasures, get shopping for bargains. You can always drop in where everybody knows your name – TV’s famous Cheers bar.

Wed 5 Jul

Boston
Boston is the largest city of Massachusetts and New England, located in a natural harbour showcasing significant historic sites such as The Freedom Trail. Discover the birth of a nation at the Boston Tea Party ship, or for more contemporary pleasures, get shopping for bargains. You can always drop in where everybody knows your name – TV’s famous Cheers bar.

Thu 6 Jul

New York, USA
See the bright lights of the Big Apple, international mecca and melting pot, with expensive brownstones, colourful neighbourhoods like Greenwich Village and the Upper West Side and the legendary Central Park. Explore some of the world's great museums. Some come just for the shopping: there’s Bloomingdale’s on Lex, Tiffany’s on Fifth, Barneys and the unique boutiques along Madison.

Fri 7 Jul
At Sea

Sat 8 Jul
At Sea

Sun 9 Jul
At Sea

Mon 10 Jul
At Sea

Tue 11 Jul
At Sea

Wed 12 Jul
At Sea

Thu 13 Jul

Southampton, United Kingdom
The United Kingdom's premier passenger ship port, Southampton was home to the great transatlantic liners of yesteryear. The port serves as your gateway to Southern England’s magnificent historic sites, national landmarks, charming villages as well as the great metropolis of London. Southampton is the ideal starting or ending point for a memorable voyage.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,445
Price per day$287
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

Accommodation

The Langham Place, New York Flagship collection. Available for cruises departing in 2016, 2017 & 2018. Nestled in the city's most coveted district, Midtown Manhattan, a stay at Langham New York Fifth Avenue is unlike any other.

The Langham Hotel - Studio King Suite This 5-star hotel offers exceptional amenities and attentive service, with contemporary designs and some of the largest hotel rooms in the city. For a touch of luxury, dine at the Michelin Starred Ai Fiori Restaurant or indulge your senses at one of Manhattan's most sophisticated sanctuaries, The Langham Place Spa. Cunard guests will also receive a complimentary and exclusive 'Cunard Cocktail', free Wi-Fi and 15% Spa discount."

Crowne Plaza Time Square, New York Available for cruises departing in 2016, 2017 & 2018. Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan and just steps from the Theater District, a stay at the Crowne Plaza Times Square places you in the centre of the city’s key attractions.

Crowne Plaza Time Square, New York Featuring upscale hospitality and first-class service, all 795 guest rooms boast views of either Times Square, the Hudson River or the Manhattan skyline.The Brasserie 1605 restaurant offers a top tier New York City culinary experience perched above the buzz of Broadway theatres, and is one of the few restaurants overlooking Times Square. There is also Broadway 49 Bar & Lounge, the perfect spot for a quiet drink after a day of sightseeing, or for a pre-show get-together.

Hilton, New York Available for cruises departing in 2016 & 2017. Stay with sophistication at West 53rd Street and the Avenue of the Americas in Midtown Manhattan.

Hilton, New York

Stay with sophistication at West 53rd Street and the Avenue of the Americas in Midtown Manhattan. Unwind in a choice of a lounge, a barista zone (coffee shop), a restaurant and 2 bars while the stylish accommodation, with wall-to-wall windows and marble bathrooms, provides an elegant retreat from nearby Fifth Avenue stores, Radio City Hall or the Rockefeller Center. Cunard guests booking the New York Hilton Midtown will receive a choice of either a complimentary glass of house wine, beer or soft drink.

Hilton, Southampton Available for cruises departing in 2016, 2017 & 2018. Hilton Southampton Hotel is ideally located, with 135 rooms, only four miles from Southampton city centre

Hilton, Southampton Discover Southampton’s historic attractions or explore England's South Coast with ease from this comfortable and convenient hotel – including the Titanic Museum and the New Forest National Park. The hotel's proximity to Southampton Docks makes it an ideal venue for a pre-cruise stopover or makes a restful stop post-cruise before your journey home. A welcome drink upon arrival is included. St. Ermin's Hotel, London

Available for cruises departing in 2016, 2017 & 2018. A 4 Star Luxury Hotel in Westminster, Central London. Close to St James's Park, Buckingham Palace, Victoria and Westminster Abbey.

St. Ermin's Hotel, London Relax and unwind at the 4-star St. Ermin's Hotel before or after your cruise. The hotel's location in Westminster, central London makes it the perfect base to explore the city. The Hotel has recently undergone an extensive refurbishment and creates a sense of warmth and repose.

Ship & cabin information
QUEEN MARY 2
Entered Service: 2004 Refit: November 2011 Country of Registry: Bermuda Speed: 28 knots Gross Tonnage: 151,400 GRT Passenger Capacity: 2,620 No of Crew: 1,253 Length: 1,132 feet Width: 131 feet Draft: 32 feet
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Meals Included
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available in the main restaurants 
  • 24 hour room service
  • Traditional afternoon tea is served each day in the Queens Room
  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks along with tea, coffee, water and fruit juice are all available 24 hours a day at the buffet restaurants.
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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