Canada, New England, New York cruise ports

St. Pierre, lying off the shores of Newfoundland and first claimed by France in the 1500s, represents the only French holding left in North America. Explore St. Pierre's quaint village of brightly colored houses and rural fishing communities, then embark Le Levant and watch for whales and puffins as the ship sails into the late-setting sun.

The largest city in the Canadian province of New Brunswick and the second largest city in the maritime provinces, Saint John is an area full of the culture of maritime Canada. The excursions invite you to see and learn about all that has shaped this area into the city it is today. Discover the beauty of the Fundy Coast on your trip as you visit quaint fishing villages and the Reversing Falls, a unique phenomenon in which the current of the water reverses direction frequently depending on the tide levels. The Saint John shore excursions allow you see and experience the best of the city, from its wineries to its museums, and even to its shopping culture.

Quebec is the perfect setting for an exciting day of exploration. Enjoy walking and sightseeing day tours around the city. Discover the colonial past of the city and marvel at the history - one which has provided for a magnificent sight, such as the wall fortifications surrounding the city for the honor of being a UNESCO World Heritage site, the only one in North America.

Designated a National Historic Site, Red Bay is a fascinating portal into the world of 16th-century Canada. With its fertile waters and sheltered harbor, Red Bay once proved a perfect site for European whaling fleets. Travelers can visit the Whalers Cemetery, and judge for themselves whether the ghosts of Red Bay's colorful--and often tragic--whaling past really do haunt the area as reported.