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The Saguenay (Grande Mariner)

The Saguenay (Grande Mariner)

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Spectacular natural scenery abounds on this adventure from New York to southeastern Canada. From the bustling bright lights of Manhattan to the charm and sophistication of Montreal, travel the waterways that blend U.S. and Canadian cultures. Go where other ships simply cannot go, we check in on the Hudson and sail the river valley before transiting the Erie Canal. Cruise through the stunning 1000 Islands along the St. Lawrence River before entering The Saguenay River, nestled beneath towering cliffs and enveloped in pine. The cold cobalt waters attract schools of Beluga whales, making the Saguenay one of the world’s premier whale-watching destinations.

Trip Name
The Saguenay (Grande Mariner)
Days
14
Overview
Vessel Type: Small Ship Cruise Length: 56m Passenger Capacity: 88 Built/ Refurbished : 1998 / 2010 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.

Itinerary



Day 1 - DAY 1 New York, NY
From the bustling bright lights of Manhattan to the treasure of Quebec City, travel the waterways which blend the cultures of the US and Canada. This journey introduces you to both amazing civil engineering feats such as the Erie Canal and stunning natural wonders like the 1000 Islands region. A tour of New York Harbor puts you in a NY state of mind before setting sail on the Hudson River.
Day 2 - DAY 2 Kingston, NY
This morning in Kingston, NY, treat yourself to an optional tour of nearby Hyde Park and Springwood, the beloved estate of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. We’ll follow the Hudson River through the Erie Canal, a testament to American ingenuity, and into the Oswego Canal. Watch as the ship’s unique retractable pilot house is lowered, allowing the vessel to slip easily beneath low bridges.
Day 3 - DAY 3 Cruise the Erie Canal
Relax during a full day of sailing on the Erie Canal’s calm waters. Blount Small Ship Adventures is the only overnight cruise line to sail this famed waterway. Enjoy a daytime tour of nearby Saratoga Springs, popular for its plentiful mineral springs. Your tour includes a visit to the Saratoga Battlefield, site of the first major American victory during the American Revolution. Conclude your day with musical entertainment.
Day 4 - DAY 4 Rome, NY
A second full day on the Erie Canal invites you to enjoy an optional excursion to the Oriskany Battlefield and Fort Stanwix in the Mohawk River Valley, where the 1777 Siege of Fort Stanwix endured for nearly three weeks.
Day 5 - DAY 5 Oswego, NY
Cruise along the Oswego Canal to Oswego, NY, on the shores of magnificent Lake Ontario. As the ship exits the canal, witness the pilot-house being raised back up to its full position. Delight to the sounds of live musical entertainment this evening.
Day 6 - DAY 6 Ogdensburg, NY
Continuing through the scenic Thousand Islands, visit tiny Dark Island, NY in Chippewa Bay and tour stately Singer Castle, a mansion 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.
Day 7 - DAY 7 Cruise the St. Lawrence River
Continuing through the scenic Thousand Islands, visit tiny Dark Island, NY in Chippewa Bay and tour stately Singer Castle, a mansion 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.
Day 8 - DAY 8 Quebec City, QC
Depart the enchanting 1000 Islands region for the quaint, French-inspired, Quebec City considered by many to be the most romantic city in North America. Offering a distinctly French culture, cobblestone streets, and the historic architecture of Old Town, your afternoon arrival allows time to discover the city’s treasures during an optional guided walking tour.
Day 9 - DAY 9 Port de Saguenay, QC
Arrive in the beautiful riverside village of Port de Saguenay this afternoon. You’ll soon see why Saguenay was voted the happiest city in Canada!
Day 10 - DAY 10 Cruise the Saguenay River & St. Lawrence Seaway
Founded by Jacques Cartier in 1536, The Saguenay River is nestled beneath towering cliffs and enveloped in pine. The Saguenay supposedly gets its name from an Iroquoian legend about a kingdom in the north rich in gold and silver. Today, enjoy whale watching on the Saguenay River where the cold waters attract schools of Beluga whales, making it one of the world’s premier whale-watching destinations.
Day 11 - DAY 11 Quebec City, QC
Return to Quebec City, where an optional morning tour introduces the charms of this breathtaking locale and the stunning view from Observatory Towers before visiting the impressive Montmorency Falls. Tonight, a local pianist entertains you onboard.
Day 12 - DAY 12 Cruise to Montreal, QC
Enjoy a relaxing day of cruising as the ship sails toward Montreal, QC.
Day 13 - DAY 13 Montreal, QC
Welcome to Montreal, vibrant with culture, history, and riverside vistas. Choose an optional tour including Old Montreal, Notre Dame Basilica (subject to availability), Olympic Park, and St. Joseph’s Oratory. This afternoon, another optional tour introduces you to historic Old Montreal and its 17th century architecture. This evening, a flute and guitar duo entertain during a farewell celebration.
Day 14 - DAY 14 Montreal, QC
After exploring this stunning combination of land and water with Blount, the company who invented small ship cruising through US and Canadian waters more than 50 years ago, you disembark in Montreal.
Day 15 - Please Note:
Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
23-09-201806-10-2018USD$4,599Category 1
23-09-201806-10-2018USD$5,999Category 2
23-09-201806-10-2018USD$6,199Category 3
23-09-201806-10-2018USD$6,899Category 4
23-09-201806-10-2018USD$7,699Category 3 Solo

Inclusions

    • An onboard expert tells the history of the St. Lawrence Seaway.
    • A pianist in Quebec City welcomes you to the most romantic city in North America.
    • Explore Montreal, one of North America’s greatest cities.

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