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Ship:  Clelia II

Itinerary:  Canada's Historic Cities and Waterways: A Voyage from the Atlantic to the St. Lawrence Seaway

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  Canada\s Historic Seaways Map

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On this voyage we’ve combined the scenic beauty and natural wonder of some of Atlantic Canada’s most dramatic waterways with visits to historic cities that beguile visitors with their old world influences and French charm. After exploring the birding paradise of Witless Bay Ecological Reserve (comprised of four islands), set forth from Newfoundland’s capital of St.John for the remote French territory of St.-Pierre and Miquelon. Clelia II then enters the Gulf of St. Lawrence where we explore the verdantIles de la Madeleine, Gaspe Peninsula and nearby Ile Bonaventure, where, for millennia, tens of thousands of gannets return every summer to nest. A highlight of our journey is navigating the full expanse of the St. Lawrence River and Seaway, one of the world’s most magnificent inland waterways. En route we visit the enchanting city of Quebec and the alluring old quarter of Montreal. One of the outstanding engineering feats of the 20th century, the St. Lawrence Seaway comprises 7 locks which elevate the ship 228 feet into Lake Ontario. Clelia II is the ideal ship for this voyage. It enables us to enter shallow harbors, thread our way through locks and tiny inlets and intimately experience the scenic grandeur of eastern Canada and the St. Lawrence River.

Day 1 : ST. JOHN’S, NEWFOUNDLAND, CANADA

Fly to St. John’s, founded in the mid-16th century, and transfer to the Delta St. John’s Hotel, your accommodations for the night. Explore this lovely capital city on your own.

Day 2 : ST. JOHN’S | CAPE SPEAR NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE | EMBARK

Drive along the magnificent coast to visit Cape Spear National Historic Site. Enjoy a nature walk to Petty Harbour. Board local boats to Bay Bulls for an excursion to Witless Bay Ecological Reserve, where millions of seabirds come to breed every summer. Embark Clelia II in St. John’s and sail.

Day 3 : ST.-PIERRE AND MIQUELON, FRANCE

Explore St.-Pierre, whose narrow streets lined with quaint shops and colorful wooden houses recall a small French provincial town. A French territory to this day, the archipelago of St.-Pierre and Miquelon is a small reminder of the colonial power France once wielded in North America. Residents trace ties to Brittany, Normandy and the Pays Basque.

Day 4 : ILES DE LA MADELEINE, QUEBEC, CANADA

Known as la belle province, the beautiful province of Quebec—French-speaking and predominantly Roman Catholic—is unique within Canada and North America. And then, Iles de la Madeleine is unique within Quebec. Spend the day exploring the archipelago’s lighthouses, rolling dunes, green valleys and blue lagoons.

Day 5 : GASPE | PERCE | ILE BONAVENTURE

Gaspe, on the eastern coast of the remote peninsula of the same name, is where Jacques Cartier first claimed Canada for France. From “Land’s End,” visit the National Park of Bonaventure Island and Perce Rock. Carved by volcanic action, Perce Rock is a continuation of the Appalachian Mountains, which extend from the peninsula to Alabama. Rising out of the sea to a solitary height of almost 300 feet, the dramatic sight of Perce Rock attracts visitors from all over the world. Its neighbor, Bonaventure Island, houses a migratory bird sanctuary with the largest concentration of Northern Gannets in North America.

Day 6 : AT SEA | SAGUENAY RIVER

Relax aboard Clelia II and attend a lecture by one of our onboard experts as we navigate the Saguenay River. The river was an important trade route into the interior for First Nations (the aboriginal peoples of what is present day Canada) and, during the French colonization of the Americas, was a major route for the fur trade. Bordered by steep cliffs, the waterway is home to Beluga whales, which breed in its cold waters. As we watch from the deck of Clelia II, we are likely to encounter a pod of whales.

Day 7 : QUEBEC CITY

Quebec City, built on the site of the Iroquois village of Stadacona, sits high above the narrowest point of the St. Lawrence River. With its old city walls, narrow cobblestoned lanes, country squares, oxidized copper gables, outdoor cafes and historic battlements, Quebec City remains one of the most romantic places in North America. The authentic, undeveloped charm led UNESCO to designate it a World Heritage Site in 1985.Discover the Upper and Lower Towns; the Citadel; the Plains of Abraham, where General Wolfe claimed the city for England in 1759; and the Place Royale.

Day 8 : MONTREAL

The second-largest French-speaking city in the Western world after Paris, Montreal is one of North America’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities. Known for its fashionable boutiques, gourmet restaurants and vivacious nightlife, Montreal strikes a dynamic balance between the avant-garde and the charms of the Old World. Our tour includes a stroll through the cobblestoned streets of the Old Quarter; the resplendent Notre Dame Basilica; and Mont-Royal Park, where the Iroquois established their original settlement. The afternoon is at leisure during which you may wish to visit the outstanding Montreal Museum of Fine Arts or the Chateau Ramezay Museum. In the late afternoon, we begin our beguiling transit through the seven locks of the historic St. Lawrence Seaway.

Day 9 : THE ST. LAWRENCE SEAWAY & THOUSAND ISLANDS | LAKE ONTARIO

Continue navigating the St. Lawrence Seaway. Later in the morning, sail through the Thousand Islands, a scenic region that has been a popular vacation destination for more than a century. In the afternoon, Clelia II cruises Lake Ontario.

Day 10 : TORONTO | DISEMBARK

Arrive in Rochester, New York and disembark Clelia II. Transfer to the airport for return flights home.

Ship Description: Clelia II

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  Clelia II

To be launched in early 2009, after extensive refurbishment, redecoration and other improvements, the all-suite Clelia II will offer the finest in small-ship cruise travel. This private yacht-like cruise ship accommodates only 100 guests in 50 suites, each of which affords ocean views, measures 215 square feet or more and is appointed with a sitting area or separate living room, twin or queen-size beds, spacious closets, air conditioning.

Clelia II complies with the latest international and U.S. Coast Guard safety regulations and is outfitted with the most current navigational and communications technology as well as with retractable fin stabilizers for smooth sailing, an ice-strengthened hull and a fleet of Zodiacs. Clelia II is staffed by 60 European officers and crew. Taken together with her limited guest capacity, excellence of design, craftsmanship and material, Clelia II's spaciousness and intimate ambiance combine to make her ideal for distinctive cultural and expedition voyages.

Category E Deluxe suites on Ariadne and Leto decks with windows and sitting area. 215 sq. feet. Suites 342-345, 428, 429, 433.	Category D Deluxe suites on Ariadne Deck with windows, sitting area, mini-bar, VCR/DVD/CD player, color TV, marble appointed bathroom with spacious shower . 215 sq. feet. 334-335.
Category C Deluxe suites on Athena deck with three portholes, sitting area, mini-bar, VCR/DVD/CD player, color TV, marble appointed bathroom with spacious shower. 275 sq. feet. Suites 246-252.	Category B Deluxe suites on Ariadne deck with window, sitting area, mini-bar, VCR/DVD/CD player, color TV, marble appointed bathroom with spacious shower. 225 square feet. Suites 336-341.
Category A Deluxe suites on Leto deck with window, sitting area, mini-bar, VCR/DVD/CD player, color TV, marble appointed bathroom with spacious shower. 235 square feet. Suites 420-427, 430-431.	Category AA Deluxe suites on Leto deck with forward and side windows, sitting area, mini-bar, VCR/DVD/CD player, color TV, marble appointed bathroom with spacious shower. 285 square feet. Suites 505-506.
Category VS Deluxe Veranda suites on Cleo deck with private balcony, sitting area, mini-bar, VCR/DVD/CD player, color TV, marble appointed bathroom with spacious shower. 245 sq. feet. Suites 507-518.	Category PHS Deluxe Penthouse suites on Phoebe deck with private balcony , sitting area, mini-bar, VCR/DVD/CD player, color TV, marble appointed bathroom with spacious shower. 260 sq. feet. Suites 601-604.