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June 1June 10, 2016 aboard the Ocean Endeavour

Mighty Saint Lawrence

June 1June 10, 2016 aboard the Ocean Endeavour

Mighty Saint Lawrence

I N T R O D U C T I O N

H I G H L I G H T S

Adventure Canada is thrilled to return to la Belle Province! This voyage incorporates the stunning coastal regions of Qubecs North Shore, the Gasp, the Gulf of St. Lawrence, Magdalene Islands, and Saint Pierre.

Marine mammals should be plentifulsome of the best whale watching in Canada is concentrated between the high cliffs of Saguenay Fjord. The Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve, Forillon National Park and le-Bonaventure Provincial Park all offer wildlife opportunities including numerous migrating seabirds. The les-de-la-Madeleine mixes of Acadian and Eng-

lish influencesand a history of more than four hundred ship-wrecksare among the islands unique features. Its also home to endangered bird species including the Piping Plover and Roseate Tern. Our stop on Prince Edward Island will include a visit to the Cavendish cottage made famous by Lucy Maud Montgomerys Anne of Green Gables.

We bring our voyage to a close at Saint-Pierre, the last remaining outpost of New France, where fine wine, good cheese and French fashion are to be foundjust off the coast of Newfoundland.

Experience Qubecs unique history and culture Search for the largest animal on earth, the blue whale See one of the worlds largest gannet colonies, over 50,000 pairs

Sail the Saguenay, a spectacular feeding ground for marine and bird species Photograph the famous red cliffs of the les-de-la-Madeleine See the iconic Green Gables on Prince Edward Island

Luc Rousseau SPAQ

P R O P O S E D I T I N E R A R Y

D E T A I L E D I T I N E R A R Y

Day 1: Qubec City, QCOne of the oldest and loveliest European settlements in North America, Qubec takes its name from the Algonquin word meaning where the river narrows. The city that Champlain founded in 1608 was the capital of New France, and later, British North America. Today, the proud capital of the province of the same name boasts the old-world charms of Vieux Qubec, the world-famous Chateau Frontenac hotel, and the only remaining intact citadel walls in North America. Cultural riches, superb cuisine, and an incredible view over the river make Qubec the perfect place to begin our voyage!

Day 2: Saguenay Fjord, QCHome to Aboriginal cultures for thousands of years, the Saguenay Fjords first European visitor was Jacques Cartier in 1532. The Saguenay drains fresh water from Lac St. Jean, but the greater part of its volume is salt tidal water from the St. Lawrence Estuary. The result is an ideal habitat for marine mammals including four species of whalesfin, minke, blue, and the famous (and endangered) Saguenay beluga population. Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park and Saguenay Fjord National Park both protect the regions vast natural riches.

Day 3: Lower Saint LawrenceToday we will be exploring the south coast of the Lower Saint Lawrence, visiting the communities in the area. Our stops are weather-dependent, though we will ideally have favourable conditions for an excursion to the famed Reford Gardens. The gardens are home to a sculpture park, art installations, and an enormous roster of unique floral walks and enclosures.

Day 4: Forillon National Park / Gasp, QCThe Gasp Peninsula, also known as Gaspsie, separates the mouth of the St. Lawrence from the Baie de Chaleur. Dominated by high

Day 1: Qubec City, QCDay 2: Saguenay FjordDay 3: Lower Saint LawrenceDay 4: Forillon National Park / Gasp, QCDay 5: le Bonaventure Provincial ParkDay 6: Prince Edward IslandDay 7: Cape Breton IslandDay 8: les de la MadeleineDay 9: South Coast, NLDay 10: Saint-Pierre, France

cliffs on the north shore, the Gasp includes the eastern tip of the Appalachian Mountain chain and consequently offers amazing views, both of, and from its highland regions, which jut above the tree line.

The first National Park in Qubec, Forillon, is an important birding and marine mammal location. Forillon also preserves human history in the Grand-Grave National Heritage Site, telling the story of the fishing families who once made their homes here. The park contains Canadas tallest lighthouse, and fortifications remaining from the Second World War, when German U-boats were a threat to Allied shipping.

Day 5: le Bonaventure Provincial Park / Perc, QCParc national de lle-Bonaventure-et-du-Rocher-Perc is the formal name of the Park at the eastern tip of the Gasp Peninsula. But most Canadians are more familiar with its best-known feature, the awe-inspiring Perc Rock. The areas flora and fauna is world-renowned, including famous colonies of northern gannets: the largest is on Bonaventure Island and comprises some 32,000 nests.

Named by Samuel de Champlain, the rock itself is an internationally famed marvel, a huge natural arch within a mass of reddish limestone and sandstone. A second arch once pierced the rock but collapsed in 1845, leaving a massive column at one end. Perc

Rock has revealed 150 species of fossils, and more than two hundred species of birds are found nearby. Fin, minke, humpback, and blue whales ply the nearby waters of this magnificent coastal outpost.

Day 6: Prince Edward IslandCanadas smallest province in both size and population, Prince Edward Island is known by several other names, including Garden of the Gulf (for its lush agricultural lands) and Cradle of Confederation (referring to the Charlottetown Conference in 1864). It is a realm of rolling hills, wooded glades, ocean coves, and famously red soil. The islands landscape has a strong bearing on its inhabitants, and Prince Edward Islandoften abbreviated as peiretains a slower-paced, old-world flavour in its small, rural settlements. The island was made famous by Lucy Maud Montgomerys Anne of Green Gables (and its sequels)and to this day the Cavendish farmhouse described in the book is preserved for visitors.

We will be going ashore at Prince Edward Island for a full day of exploration and touring, learning about the art and history of the region and spending the day with locals. Due to the islands small size, it is likely that we will have time to visit urban areas as well as rural. We will sample the phenomenal food of the region, stroll on expansive beaches, and avail ourselves of all that this charming province has to offer.

Day 7: Cape Breton, NSToday we call into picturesque Cape Breton Island, home to the only living Celtic Culture on North America. Here well sample a little of the food, music and history that makes this island so special. Day 8: les-de-la-Madeleine, QCLong frequented by Mikmaq people, likely walrus hunters, the les-de-la-Madeleine in the Gulf of St. Lawrence were first sighted by Europeans when Jacques Cartier sailed among them in 1534. Today, although closer to Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, they form a regional municipality of the province of Qubec.

However, the islands have a history distinct from that of mainland Qubec. When the British expelled the Acadians from New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, the Magdalene Islanders remained, and to this day take great pride in their Acadian heritage. There are also long-standing English settlements, and a percentage of the population can claim descent from survivors of the many shipwrecks that have occurred among the islands. Iconic red sandstone cliffs are among the islands most striking features.

Pack ice has historically surrounded the islands during winter, leading to near-total isolation for months at a time. Besides fishing, shipping, salt mining and tourism, sealing on the pack ice has been a traditional source of income and subsistence for islanders.

We will be arriving during the famed eastern lobster fishing season, so the possibility of sampling local delicacies remains high. We will be stopping to meet with local artists at the island community of Cap-aux-Meules, famed for its Acadian culture and stunning surroundings.

Day 9: South Coast, NewfoundlandYou could be forgiven for not knowing the French history of Newfoundland: indeed, sections of the islands coastline changed ownership multiple times. Newfoundlands South Shore offers many surprises, including vast stretches of virtually uninhabited wilderness. Fjords, cliffs, and islands offer

excellent Zodiac cruising territory and terrific birding opportunities. We will be availing ourselves of all the area has to offer and may be stopping in any of multiple possible destinations depending on conditions. Day 10: Saint-Pierre, FROn a trip that traces the history and geog-raphy of New France, its appropriate that we wind up in France. The small islands of Saint-Pierre remain officially a part of the French Republic, albeit only a few dozen ki-lometres off the shore of Newfoundland.

In charming Saint-Pierre (population 6,500)

youll find fine wine and cheese, excellent coffee and pastries, even contemporary French fashion items in a postcard-pretty town. European style dwellings stand shoulder to shoulder with typical east coast architecture, and French license plates adorn the Renaults and Citroens on the winding old streets.

C H A R T E R F L I G H T

Outbound only:Saint-Pierre, FR to St Johns, NLJune 10, 2016

Early afternoon arrival$350 usd per person inclusive of all taxes and fees

2016 Berth Prices

Discovery Fee $250$250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250

Date 2016 Days

Cabin Class Categories

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10Charterflights 1

ALL PRICES ARE IN US DOLLARS AND ARE CASH/CHEQUE DISCOUNTED. Additional costs associated with payments made by credit card.

Mighty Saint Lawrence 10 $350Jun 01Jun 10 $2,595 $3,395 $4,695 $5,995 $6,995 $7,995 $8,995 $9,995 $10,995 $11,995

Weather, sea, and safety conditions will determine daily progress. Actual route may differ from the one proposed.

SAILING SOLO?

Single travellers not requiring private accommodation on shipboard programs can be matched with another single traveller at no extra charge. Single-occupancy cabins are also available at 1.5 times the regular cost. Please call us for pricing & availability.

WE ARE FAMILY FRIENDLY

Family is important! To promote multi-generational travel, we are offering a 30% discount to travellers under 30 years of age. Please call us for details!

WE LOVE BAGPIPERS!

If you can play the bagpipes, bring them along and ask about our bagpipers rebate!

Mike Beedell

DISCOVERY FEEEach area we visit has rich cultural experiences and wild treasures to offer. As guests, we have made a point to source and support local projects in the areas through which we travel. A contribution from each passenger, billed separately as the Discovery Fee, represents a portion of the money we donate to ensure the longevity and success of educational, environmental and cultural initiatives in these regions. Our Discovery Fee is $250 USD per person for all Shipboard Expeditions.

PRICINGRates are in U.S. dollars, per person, per voyage based on double occupancy except for C1 and C2, which are quad and triple cabins, respectively. Discovery Fee and charter/commercial airfare are not included in the berth price. Single occupancy cabins are available in select cabins on Ocean Endeavour and National Geographic Islander. Please call for availability.

CURRENCYAlthough we are a Canadian company, most of our operating costs are paid in U.S. dollars. For this reason all tour prices are in U.S. dollars. We will accept Canadian dollars at the current exchange rate, please call for details. We are not responsible for bank exchange rates on credit card transactions.

TOUR FARESPublished prices are based on exchange rates and tariffs in effect at the time of printing (February 2015) and are subject to change without notice. Once the deposit has been received changes will not be made to the base price. No refund will be given if costs are reduced. The company reserves the right to amend all or part of any tour price for any reason including, without limitation: increased fuel costs, airfares, airport charges or increases in ground operator service fees. If the price increase is more than 7% (except increases resulting from an increase in retail sales tax or Federal Goods and Services Tax or Harmonized Sales Tax) the customer has the right to cancel the contract and obtain a full refund. Tour fees quoted are based on group participation. Prices are cash/cheque discounted, and in U.S. dollars.

2016 CREDIT CARD PRICING IS AS FOLLOWS IN USD: Mighty Saint Lawrence: C1 $2,699 C2 $3,531 C3 $4,883 C4 $6,235 C5 $7,275 C6 $8,315 C7 $9,355 C8 $10,395 C9 $11,435 C10 $12,475

PAYMENT POLICYA deposit of $1,000 USD per person is required upon booking to confirm participation. The balance of the payment is required 120 days prior to your departure date. The Company reserves the right to cancel reservations if payments are not received in time. Prices are cash/cheque discounted, if you wish to pay by credit card please refer to our credit card pricing. Please make cheques payable to: ADVENTURE CANADA. Please review our Cancellation & Refund Policy for a full outline of our cancellation terms.

As a registered Ontario company, we are licensed to sell travel packages through the Travel Industry Council of Ontario. We are required to keep all customer deposits in Client Trust Accounts and may only use the funds once the trip has begun or to make a deposit to an operator on behalf of the client. Our Client Trust Accounts are reviewed by a CPA on an annual basis and regularly inspected by TICO auditors.