Step aboard a comfortable and stable catamaran for a trip to the northernmost coral reef in the world. Relax on deck while the crew provides informative commentary on the island and the fascinating undersea ecosystem. After a leisurely cruise, you'll find yourself moored in a magical deep blue oasis, bordered by fringe reef on nearly all sides. Here, you'll be given a mask, snorkel, fins, buoyancy vest and instruction on how you may best enjoy this undersea paradise. Immerse yourself in crystal clear waters under the watchful eye of your instructors and explore the great expanses of pristine reef. After snorkeling, the sails will be hoisted (weather permitting) and you can enjoy a relaxing sail back with a complimentary Rum Swizzle. A cash bar is also available.

After a short shuttle to the beach site and after receiving some safety instructions, you’ll board your stable sit-on-top double kayaks for a fully-guided and narrated shoreline tour. Your guide will pick the best location and tour route where you’ll enjoy views of rocky coastlines, uninhabited islands and beaches. Along the way your guide will point out coastline creatures such as Bermuda long tails, egrets, herons, and various crustaceans. Following your kayak tour you’ll have the opportunity to swim and relax at the beach before your return transportation.

Enjoy a carefree and immensely scenic ride on an electric bike from St. George’s to Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve, where you will be free to enjoy the beach as you please.

Departing from the ship pier, enjoy the high-speed tender service across the mouth of the Great Sound before arriving thought the narrow ‘Town Cut’ into St. George’s, settled in 1612. UNESCO has designated St. George’s a World Heritage site as it is an authentic example of an English colonial town in the New World.

After an orientation, instructions and observed test ride by your guide, you will be ready for your electric-enhanced bicycle riding experience. You’ll find the extra boost in your pedal power offered from the bikes allows for an effortless ride over hilly terrain and across bridges to pristine Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve. Once occupied by the U.S. military and later used as a NASA space tracking station, this serene 12-acre reserve is now protected public land that is extraordinarily beautiful.

Before long, you will reach Clearwater Beach, where you will have time to enjoy the lovely coastal setting however you please. You might take a refreshing swim in the shallow waters, stretch out on the sand and enjoy the serenity, and walk to the nearby salt marsh to observe the wildlife. Herons, egrets and kingfishers are abundant, before the return ride back to the St. George’s to meet your return tender back to the ship. Participants must have intermediate to advance riding skill level with the desire for fun and adventure!

OVERVIEW

Begin with a 50‑minute tender transfer from your ship pier in Royal Naval Dockyard to the East End, where you’ll enjoy an exclusive two‑hour guided walking tour featuring interior visits to several of St. George’s most significant historic buildings and gardens. Explore the cobblestone streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site as your guide shares the town’s rich past. Walk the cobblestone streets of thoroughly charming St. George, the oldest inhabited town of English origin in the New World. Because of that distinction, UNESCO named St. George a World Heritage site and it is well worth exploring. The guide will elaborate on the town’s intriguing past as you tour one landmark after another, beginning by pausing at Tucker House, a family home that remains virtually untouched since being built in 1750. You will then learn about the origins of the island and view the interior of the Towne Hall. The Mitchell House was built even earlier and is now a museum full of extraordinary artifacts to be viewed up close. As you explore the interior of The State House, you will hear details about Bermuda’s Parliament, which met there for nearly 200 years until Bermuda’s capital moved to Hamilton. Other highlights include the interior of St. Peter’s Church, the Globe Hotel – the headquarters of a notorious Confederate arms runner during the Civil War – Stewart Hall constructed in 1707 with a picturesque Kitchen Garden and current home of the Lili Bermuda perfumery, the exterior Pilot Darrell’s Cottage (the first home known to have been built by a Black Bermudian), and Somers Garden, a lush greenspace named for Admiral George Somers, who is considered to be the founder of Bermuda. Conclude by reboarding the tender for your 50‑minute return transfer back to the ship.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Explore the geological wonders and eerie formations in Crystal Caves and then spend hours relaxing at a series of beaches linked by footpaths and surrounded by a nature reserve.

After departing from the pier, you will enjoy a leisurely tender ride to St. George’s Island, the northernmost point of hook-shaped Bermuda. A short scenic drive will bring you to Crystal Caves, which were discovered in 1907 when a teenager tried to retrieve his cricket ball from a hole and found it led to a huge series of caverns.

You will have the opportunity to explore the wonders underground, which include a crystal-clear lake and a profusion of white stalactites eerily illuminated for added drama. Parts of the caves are accessed along a pontoon boardwalk that floats atop the lake, allowing a closer look at the geological formations underwater. As an alternative, you may remain above ground and meander the gardens and browse the gift shop.

. Continuing, you will soon arrive at the Clearwater Beach & Cooper’s Island Reserve, a secluded wedge of undeveloped land on Bermuda’s eastern end. The area contains six interconnected beaches, an idyllic setting to enjoy hours relaxing in the sun, doing whatever you please.

You may take a refreshing swim in the shallow waters, observe the marine life while snorkeling or simply lie back in a lounge chair and enjoy the serenity.

OVERVIEW

Discover how Halifax responded to the sinking of the Titanic by visiting sites that associated with the tragedy. More than 120 mostly unidentified victims of the disaster are buried at Fairview Lawn Cemetery, their small black granite tombstones engraved with the date of the sinking – April 15, 1912. This cemetery stands as a solemn memorial to the tragedy, offering a poignant reminder of the loss felt worldwide. Services for many of the victims of the sinking were conducted at the Cathedral Church of All Saints. After admiring the façade of the church, you will continue to the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, which holds the world’s largest collection of wooden artifacts from the Titanic., which houses the world's largest collection of wooden artifacts from the Titanic, including an intricate deck chair and part of the ship's grand staircase, offering a poignant glimpse into the tragic voyage.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See different landmarks in Halifax with ties to the aftermath of the sinking of the Titanic.
• Visit a cemetery for victims of the tragedy and a church that held services for them.
• Admire the historic architecture of the Cathedral Church of All Saints, a landmark where services for many of the Titanic victims were held.
• Browse a collection of artifacts from the Titanic in the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Settle in for an incredibly scenic drive through Philadelphia and hear entertaining and enlightening commentary about the landmarks along the way. Historical attractions are plentiful, including Independence Hall – where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were both signed, the Betsy Ross House and the Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American Independence. While passing the grave of Benjamin Franklin, you may see visitors throwing pennies on it, a nod to his famed aphorism “a penny saved is a penny earned.” Once you reach Philadelphia’s more modern city center, you will travel through Chinatown, past the wonderfully ornate city hall and on to the iconic LOVE sculpture, one of many public art works. Take a picture at the top of the stairs at the Philadelphia Museum of Art with a replica statue on loan from the collection of Sylvester Stallone until August of 2026 when the original statue will be make its new home at the top of the steps. During the stop there, you can climb the steps – all 72 of them – that the boxer climbed in the 1976 film. Then, on to the airport and 30th Street Amtrak Station.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Drive through downtown Philadelphia past some of America’s most historical landmarks.
• See Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, the Betsy Ross House and Ben Franklin’s grave.
• Pass through Chinatown and on to artist Robert Indiana’s iconic LOVE sculpture.
• Stop at the Rocky statue and climb the famed steps behind it, if you wish.
• Drop off at the Philadelphia International Airport in plenty of time for your flight and 30th Street Amtrak Station.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

When people think of Canada, they think of maple syrup. When people think of Nova Scotia, they think of Peggy’s Cove. On this tour you’ll get a chance to experience both! Board your coach for the scenic drive to Peggy’s Cove – one of the most popular and visited lighthouses in Atlantic Canada. Enjoy some free time here to take some breathtaking pictures and explore the village with its galleries and souvenir shops. Continue your journey to Acadian Maple Products, started as a family hobby over 30 years ago, today they are the largest purchaser and processor of maple syrup produced in Nova Scotia. Their high-quality products are now enjoyed worldwide and their shop welcomes over 30,000 visitors a year. Browse the shop, enjoy tastings of maple syrup samples and get your taste of Canada!

HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore the picturesque village of Peggy’s Cove, home to one of Atlantic Canada's most iconic lighthouses, with free time for breathtaking photos and local shopping.
• Enjoy a scenic drive to Peggy’s Cove, taking in the stunning coastal views along the way.
• Enjoy delicious samples of maple syrup.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Admire the scenic beauty of coastal Virginia through attractions that best showcase its allure. Few places in Virginia are as naturally beautiful as the Norfolk Botanical Garden, which is almost entirely rimmed by Lake Whitehurst. While meandering through the dozens of themed, meticulously maintained gardens, be sure to note the variety of champion trees, which are the largest tree specimens in the state. The Cape Henry Lighthouse is another landmark situated on a magnificent stretch of shoreline. It rises above the beach at the entrance to the Chesapeake Bay, near the spot where the first English colonists landed in 1607 before finally settling in Jamestown. Built in 1792, it has the distinction of being the first federally funded public works project of the newly formed United States. A panoramic drive through nearby Virginia Beach will add more historical context, a perfect complement to the coastal beauty that the lengthy oceanfront boardwalk affords.

Visit Bermuda’s first capital and see what a British colonial outpost looked like in the 1600’s when touring the historic 'Ol Towne of St. George's’.

Included is the admissions to the Fort St. Catherine; meander through the dark passageways and wander through the magazines where swords and pistols are on display, take advantage of the stunning views from high a top this grand fortress. A stop in the heart of the Ol Towne of St. George's allows for a visit to the oldest Anglican Church of the Western Hemisphere, St. Peter’s Church.

On adjacent St. David’s Island, once known as the US Air Force Base lands, you’ll discover the charm of this unique and enchanting community as you enjoy the imposing views of the Atlantic Ocean from St. David's Lighthouse.

There will be several photo stops on this tour, so don’t forget your camera!

For those who would like to enjoy the beach, jump aboard the Beach Bus and enjoy round-trip transportation to the world-famous Horseshoe Bay Beach. Soak up the sun, swim in the crystal clear water or just relax in the pink sand.

OVERVIEW

Enjoy an unrivalled water perspective of the Boston skyline while cruising around the harbor and view many of the city’s most historical icons while driving through downtown. You will embark on the boat at the New England Aquarium and soon cruise pass the Charlestown Navy Yard, one of America’s oldest naval shipyards, having opened in 1800. It is home to the U.S.S. Constitution, better known as Old Ironsides. As you skirt along the coast of Castle Island, you can’t miss Fort Independence, the eighth iteration of a fort on this site. More historical landmarks will come into view back on land, many of them associated with the American Revolutionary War. Expect to see Boston Common – America’s oldest public park – the gold-domed Massachusetts State House, the Granary Burying Ground and the Old North Church steeple, where Paul Revere ordered two lanterns hung in the steeple to signal that the British were approaching by sea.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise around Boston Harbor and see icons such as Old Ironsides and Fort Independence.
• Settle in for a scenic drive around Boston that takes in its most historical attractions.
• Pause for photos at Copley Square, home to the Boston Public Library and Trinity Church.
• Be dropped off at Boston Logan International Airport in plenty of time for your flight.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.