
From Halifax to Boston - History, Seafood and Nature Reserves
From Halifax to Boston - History, Seafood and Nature Reserves
Experience the beauty of North America’s eastern seaboard on a 9-day expedition cruise from Halifax to Boston.
Beautiful nature and maritime history
You’ll follow the Lighthouse Route to glorious Peggy’s Cove before cruising the coast from Halifax in Nova Scotia to the Eastern Scotian Shelf. Rich in wildlife, this area is home to migrating seabirds and Sable Island, famed for its wild horses and grey seals. Then you’ll sail on to visit the UNESCO-listed former colonial settlement of Lunenburg.
New England seafood and national parks
Dine on succulent Maine lobster and get a taste of ‘Down East’ culture as you sail into Eastport, Rockland and Bar Harbor – the gateway to breathtaking Acadia National Park. Walk the sand dunes of scenic Cape Cod in Provincetown and the historic city streets of Boston.
Note: Some locations are pending government approval
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Day 1
Halifax, Canada
Exploring Halifax
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Day 2
Halifax, Canada
The Lighthouse Route
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Day 3
Eastern Scotian Shelf
Exploring the Eastern Scotian Shelf
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Day 4
Lunenburg, Nova Scotia
Colourful Lunenburg
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Day 5
Eastport, Maine
Historic Eastport
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Day 6
Rockland & Castine, Maine
Rockland and Castine
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Day 7
Bar Harbor, Maine
Acadia National Park
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Day 8
Provincetown, Massachusetts
Laid-back Cape Cod
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Day 9
Boston, Massachusetts
Revolutionary Boston
What's included
Included in your voyage
Hotel
- Overnight in Halifax before the expedition cruise, including breakfast
Transfers
- Transfer from the hotel to the ship in Halifax, including an excursion, before the expedition cruise
Expedition Cruise
- A stay in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages* in restaurants Aune and Fredheim
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board†
- Complimentary reusable water bottle
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
*House beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water
†Please note there is very limited Wi-Fi and phone signal in the remote areas we travel to, and streaming is not supported.
Onboard Activities
- In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team
- Full use of our Science Center, extensive library and advanced biological and geological equipment
- Citizen Science Programme where you can assist with ongoing scientific research
- Photography tips and techniques for capturing landscape and wildlife from our onboard professional photographer
- Use of ship's hot tubs, infinity pool, panoramic sauna, outdoor and indoor gyms, and running track
- Informal gatherings with the crew for daily briefings
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of trekking poles and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind- and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition photographers on hand to assist you
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area
MS Roald Amundsen
Year built | 2019 |
Shipyard | Kleven Yards |
Passenger capacity | 528 (500 in Antarctica) |
Gross tonnage | 20 889 T |
Length | 140 m |
Beam | 23,6 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
In 2019, Hurtigruten added a brand new ship to its fleet: the MS Roald Amundsen. The state of the art vessel features new and environmentally sustainable hybrid technology that will reduce fuel consumption and show the world that hybrid propulsion on large ships is possible.
Practical information
Sailing with MS Roald Amundsen
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MS Roald Amundsen: Life on board and Practical information
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Experts in exploration
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Young Explorers’ Programme: Bring your kids on board
Before you travel with MS Roald Amundsen
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