Destination 
Great Lakes

Sail through a vast area of pristine beauty – the Thousand Islands – an archipelago of more than 1865 glacier-sculpted islands. Traverse a fascinating system of canals, dams, and locks on this unique small-ship cruise. Voyage through the Great Lakes including visits to Mackinac Island, the charming waterfront of Sturgeon Bay, and concluding your journey in the bustling metropolis of Chicago. 

Discover, explore, relax on these very special voyages designed to bring you new delights every day. us.

French Canada & the Great Lakes 2007

• Tour Costs From: $5,499 pp
• 15 Days / 14 Nights
• Québec City to Chicago
• Departures: July 2007 (August in reverse.)

Day 1 - QUÉBEC CITY, QUÉBEC 
Board the Spirit of Nantucket this afternoon in beautiful Québec City. D 

Day 2 - QUÉBEC CITY 
French-speaking Québec City combines the grace of old Europe with a modern vitality. Visit the Parliament Building and the rolling Plains of Abraham. Join an optional excursion this afternoon to St. Anne de Beaupre Church, or walk Old Québec City’s cobblestone streets, browsing through its shops and galleries. BLD 

Day 3 - CRUISING THE ST. LAWRENCE RIVER / MONTRÉAL, QUÉBEC 
Sailing the St. Lawrence River toward Montréal, pass the town of Trois Rivières (Three Rivers) at the confluence of the St. Maurice and St. Lawrence Rivers. Arriving in Montréal, the Spirit of Nantucket will tie up near Vieux Montréal — the old section of the city. Savor the entrancing atmosphere of the Old City during a walking tour that passes the Ville Marie Mission site, Château Ramezay, and the Bonsecours Market area. BLD

Day 4 - MONTRÉAL / CRUISING THE ST. LAWRENCE INTERNATIONAL SEAWAY 
Standing at the confluence of the St. Lawrence and Ottawa Rivers, is the island of Montréal. Explore Saint Paul Street or the festive waterfront piers independently. An optional excursion features avant-garde architecture, the residential suburbs of Westmount and East End, and the elaborate Basilica of Notre Dame de Bonsecours. Return to the ship for lunch and an afternoon of cruising along the St. Lawrence International Seaway. BLD 

Day 5 - CRUISING THE ST. LAWRENCE INTERNATIONAL SEAWAY & THOUSAND ISLANDS / LAKE ONTARIO 
Continue sailing the seaway through the splendor of Ontario’s Thousand Islands region. Leaving St. Lawrence Seaway, begin cruising Lake Ontario toward Niagara Falls. BLD 

Day 6 - CRUISING THE WELLAND CANAL (FOR NIAGARA FALLS) 
The 27-mile Welland Canal is our starting point for exploring Niagara Falls. From the Canadian side of the falls, board the legendary Maid of the Mist for a close view of both the Canadian and American falls. BLD 

Day 7 - CRUISING LAKE ERIE 
Our onboard experts provide informative presentations as you relax and sail toward Windsor. BLD 

Day 8 - WINDSOR, ONTARIO 
Windsor, once a major hub of the French fur trade, now features several beautiful gardens, including Queen Elizabeth II Sunken Gardens and Coventry Gardens. An optional full-day outing takes you to the Henry Ford Museum, and adjacent Greenfield Village. BLD 

Day 9 - CRUISING LAKE HURON 
Cruise through Lake Huron, once traveled by Native Americans in search of the plentiful fish of the Great Lakes, and later by French fur traders and early explorers. BLD 

Day 10 - MACKINAW CITY (FOR MACKINAC ISLAND), MICHIGAN 
Mackinac Island has been a central port in the Great Lakes since the American Revolution. A short ferry ride takes you “downtown,” where you’ll find boutiques, galleries, and restaurants. Explore this automobile-free island by horse-drawn carriage, and see Fort Mackinac, built by the British in 1780. This afternoon, join fellow guests for lunch at the Grand Hotel, known for its splendor and gracious hospitality.BLD 

Day 11 - CRUISING LAKE MICHIGAN / NORTHPORT, MICHIGAN 
Northport overlooks Grand Traverse Bay near the tip of Leelanau County’s Peninsula. Spend the afternoon exploring Northport, a picture-perfect town with its marina, waterfront, unique shops, galleries, and restaurants. BLD 

Day 12 - CRUISING LAKE MICHIGAN / STURGEON BAY (FOR DOOR COUNTY), WISCONSIN 
Visit Sturgeon Bay, exploring the charming waterfront, visiting the Door County Historical Museum and appreciating Door County’s distinctive beauty. BLD 

Day 13 - MANITOWOC, WISCONSIN 
Manitowoc’s shipyard was one of the most important naval production facilities during World War II. Tour the Wisconsin Maritime Museum and the World War II submarine USS Cobia, or explore independently. BLD 

Day 14 - CRUISING LAKE MICHIGAN / CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 
Chicago offers fine museums, elegant shopping, excellent restaurants and jazz and blues clubs. From our location at Navy Pier, explore this vibrant city via riverboat, learning about the city’s marvelous architectural heritage. BLD 

Day 15 - CHICAGO 
After breakfast, disembark the Spirit of Nantucket and transfer to the airport for your return flight home. B 

B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner

St. Lawrence Seaway & Thousand Islands 2007

• Tour Costs From: $2,899 pp
• 8 Days / 7 Nights
• Québec City to Buffalo
• Departures: July, August 2007 (July, September in reverse.)
  

Day 1 - QUÉBEC CITY, QUÉBEC 
Board the Spirit of Nantucket in Québec City, with time in the evening to explore independently. The only walled city in North America, Québec City is filled with historic buildings and battlements. Go to the top of the Citadel to get a perspective on how the city and the St. Lawrence River are intertwined. Don’t miss the many beautiful basilicas and shops and galleries of the Old City. D 

Day 2 - CRUISING LAC ST. PIERRE / MONTRÉAL, QUÉBEC 
Sailing along the great St. Lawrence River toward Montréal, cruise Lac St. Pierre, a major component of the St. Lawrence lowlands, where most of the area has been protected and remains pristine. The lowlands is a vital stop along the migration routes of nearly 300 species of birds. Standing at the confluence of the St. Lawrence and Ottawa Rivers, the island of Montréal derives its name from Mt. Royal, which dominates the city. A sightseeing excursion takes you along Saint Paul Street and down to the festive waterfront piers that feature street entertainers, shops and food stands. Enjoy the shops and galleries of the Old City and, a walking tour of historic Montréal and Vieux Montréal, past the Ville Marie Mission site, Château Ramezay, and the Bonsecours Market area. BLD 

Day 3 - CRUISING THE ST. LAWRENCE SEAWAY 
It’s especially interesting to cruise the St. Lawrence Seaway on a ship like the Spirit of Nantucket. Her small size allows you to travel through seven sets of locks that raise the ship 226 feet. BLD 

Day 4 - PRESCOTT (FOR OTTAWA), ONTARIO 
A full-day excursion takes you via motorcoach to Ottawa, Canada’s capital. Once a booming frontier lumber town, Ottawa captivates visitors with the tranquil charm of its boulevards, gardens, and graceful architecture. Explore the National Gallery of Canada, a cultural showplace in a modern glass complex. Alternatively, you may explore Prescott on your own, visiting Fort Wellington, built to protect the St. Lawrence River during the War of 1812.BLD 

Day 5 - SCENIC CRUISING THOUSAND ISLANDS / KINGSTON, ONTARIO / LAKE ONTARIO 
In the morning, cruise through the pristine beauty of Ontario’s Thousand Islands region, which includes 1,865 glacier-sculpted islands. Summer homes cluster on the shores, including Boldt Castle, a mass of towering peaks built early in the 20th century by hotel tycoon George Boldt, whose chef — so the story goes — invented Thousand Island dressing. Arrive this afternoon in Kingston on the shores of Lake Ontario. Tour the highlights of this charming city on foot or on a Kingston Confederation Trolley Tour. BLD 

Day 6 - TORONTO, ONTARIO 
Founded in 1793 and designed in the style of a European city, Toronto is both Ontario’s capital and the largest city in Canada. Discover the city’s most outstanding attractions, including St. Lawrence Market, Art Gallery of Ontario, the Flatiron Building, Queen’s Park, and the University of Toronto, followed by a brief walking tour of the city’s Chinatown. Discover more of this fascinating city at your own pace in the afternoon and evening.BLD 

Day 7 - CRUISING WELLAND CANAL (FOR NIAGARA FALLS) 
Leaving Lake Ontario, cruise to Welland Canal, your jumping-off point for an exploration of Niagara Falls. The 27-mile canal, provides passage for cargo ships between Lakes Erie and Ontario. Eight locks create a lift of 330 feet. The Spirit of Nantucket will transit Locks 1 through 7, and then stop to allow you to disembark for a motorcoach excursion to Niagara Falls. From the Canadian side of the falls, you may board the legendary Maid of the Mist for a close-up view of both the Canadian and American Falls. The Canadian, or “Horseshoe,” Falls are 177 feet high, with 
a crest of more than 2,215 feet outlining a deep curve, giving them their distinctive name. The American Falls are higher at 184 feet and 1,075 feet wide, flowing in a fairly straight line. BLD 

Day 8 - BUFFALO, NEW YORK 
Disembark the Spirit of Nantucket after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your return flight home.B 

B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner