All aboard! Join us on our first group voyage aboard the Canadian Empress. Celebrate Canada’s 154th birthday with fireworks while the ship carries you though the heart of Canada’s most beautiful scenery. All of the Victorian-styled staterooms, located on the St. Lawrence Desk, are about water level and offer the most beautiful views of the St. Lawrence River. The Upper Canada Expedition Cruise will depart and return from Kingston, ON. Our coach will pick you up at our scheduled points and return after the cruise. Travel is one of life’s special experiences, so join this tour and be entertained on each nautical mile.
TBD closer to departure
Pickups available from Lindsay & Peterborough
Deposit of $200.00 due at booking. Final payment due 30 days prior to departure. Cancellation insurance is recommended – please call office for pricing.
Day 1 – Tuesday July 6 | Home to Ottawa (D)
Board our coach at your pre-selected pickup location as we make our way for Ottawa! This afternoon we will board our ship and enjoy a harbor cruise highlighting Canada’s Parliament buildings, the Prime Minister’s residence, Rideau Falls, and various embassies. Enjoy a Roast Prime Rib dinner on board the ship this evening as the ship is docked in Ottawa.
Day 2 – Wednesday July 7 | Ottawa to Montebello, Quebec (B, L, D)
The ship departs for Cumberland, ON this morning where you’ll get to explore the Canadian Aviation and Space Museum on a guided tour. Later the ship will head to Montebello, Quebec, for a comprehensive safety presentation and a visit to Omega Park. The day concludes at Carillon Lock Station for an overnight stay, with evening entertainment and lounge services.
Day 3 – Thursday July 8 | Carillon Lock & Power Dam to Lachine, Quebec (B, L, D)
As the day dawns, the Canadian Empress enters a dramatic lock dropping 65-feet to the lower level before departing for Ste. Anne de Bellevue. Following a journey along the south shore of Montreal and a pass through Ste. Anne de Bellevue Lock, the ship sails toward Lachine, Quebec. In Lachine, debark to explore the Lachine Fur Trade Museum via a guided tour and relish some free time before dinner. Evening entertainment and lounge services round off another memorable day.
Day 4 – Friday July 9 | Lachine to Morrisburg, Ontario (B, L, D)
The ship departs Lachine, making its way through the Lower & Upper Beauharnois Locks, offering a chance to enjoy shipboard activities and afternoon tea. As the journey continues, the Empress passes through Eisenhower & Snell Locks into Lake St. Lawrence, eventually arriving at Crysler Park Marina for an evening filled with entertainment and lounge services.
Day 5 – Saturday July 10 | Upper Canada Village (B, L, D)
This morning take a train ride from Crysler Park Marina to Upper Canada Village for a guided tour of this charming historical village. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the village’s fascinating heritage. Return transportation from the village is provided as the ship departs for Prescott, passing through the lock at the Iroquois Seaway Control Dam and cruising the Old Galop Canal. The day culminates in an engaging guided tour of Fort Wellington and lively evening entertainment aboard the ship.
Day 6 – Sunday July 11 | Prescott to Kingston, Ontario (B)
This morning our ship will depart for Ganonoque home to the “1000 Islands”, cruising the Millionaires’ Row en route. In Gananoque, we’ll enjoy a guided tour of the 1000 Islands Heritage Museum and Boat Museum. Following this stop, the ship will head to Kingston for the closing ceremonies where we will disembark. Our coach will be waiting to return us to our original pickup locations after an amazing adventure.
The Canadian Empress is a grand ship with a warm and friendly personality, and the size and design of the vessel serves to enhance the intimacy of river cruising. The exterior of the ship emulates the classic steamboats of the Victorian era, while the interior is a mix of charming early heritage style, with brass handrails and ornate metal ceilings, and contemporary fashion. This classic riverboat style is combined with modern technology to provide all of the safety, comfort, and amenities expected by today’s travellers. All staterooms are above the waterline and include daily maid service.
*Note: The Canadian Empress is only equipped with stairs between decks. Persons with mobility issues should inquire with reservations staff about stateroom accessibility and potential accommodations.
