Canada & New England (Canada) Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
66 ships from 22 cruise lines
Canada & New England (Canada) cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 66 ships from 22 cruise lines visiting Canada & New England (Canada), calling at 43 places. Cruises can start in Montréal, Québec, Toronto, Halifax and St Johns and end in Halifax, Montréal, Québec, St Johns and Toronto.
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Compare Canada & New England (Canada) cruise lines
Seabourn Cruises has the most upcoming sailings among Canada & New England (Canada) cruise lines (95). Starting fares run from $99 per person. Most sailings last 7–44 nights, and the most common length is 7 nights.
Ocean cruise lines (22)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (3)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seabourn Cruises | 95 | $3,255 | 12–78 nights (typically 12) |
| Silversea Cruises | 41 | $5,400 | 7–25 nights (typically 7) |
| Regent Seven Seas Cruises | 35 | $16,598 | 7–92 nights (typically 7) |
Luxury cruise lines (5)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceania Cruises | 34 | $2,252 | 10–37 nights (typically 11) |
| Ponant Cruises | 24 | $7,180 | 8–18 nights (typically 8) |
| MSC Explora Journeys | 22 | $4,575 | 7–28 nights (typically 7) |
| Scenic Cruises | 6 | $8,522 | 16–31 nights (typically 17) |
| Aurora Expeditions | 2 | $21,671 | 15 nights |
Premium cruise lines (8)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viking Cruises | 74 | $5,999 | 9–79 nights (typically 14) |
| Crystal Cruises | 29 | $3,390 | 7–26 nights (typically 7) |
| Hapag-Lloyd Cruises | 26 | $7,457 | 13–21 nights (typically 13) |
| Windstar Cruises | 24 | $3,568 | 8–32 nights (typically 11) |
| Azamara Cruises | 20 | $2,339 | 10–38 nights (typically 12) |
| Lindblad Expeditions | 15 | $6,150 | 9–21 nights (typically 13) |
| Atlas Ocean Voyages | 4 | $14,661 | 14–17 nights (typically 14) |
| Quark Expeditions | 4 | $13,741 | 13–19 nights (typically 13) |
Contemporary cruise lines (6)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princess Cruises | 93 | $304 | 5–51 nights (typically 7) |
| Holland America | 70 | $99 | 5–26 nights (typically 7) |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | 18 | $649 | 6–16 nights (typically 7) |
| Celebrity Cruises | 17 | $548 | 6–11 nights (typically 7) |
| Cunard | 15 | $1,189 | 7–29 nights (typically 7) |
| Royal Caribbean | 15 | $525 | 6–9 nights (typically 7) |
About Canada
Canada is the world's second-largest country and a natural fit for milestone travelers who want accessible wilderness, layered history, and vibrant cities. Small-ship and river cruises on the St. Lawrence, the Great Lakes, and Canada's Atlantic and Pacific coasts avoid the herded big-ship experience. U.S. visitors enjoy a familiar currency system, no language barrier in most regions, and short flights, while still feeling profoundly abroad.
Typical routes
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Ports overview
Canada's cruise ports are defined by rivers, lakes, and seas rather than ocean liners. The St. Lawrence River and Saguenay Fjord form an inland waterway to the heart of Quebec; the Great Lakes offer a freshwater itinerary; Atlantic and Pacific coasts provide expedition-style sailing. Most ports are walkable or offer easy shuttles, and small-ship lines dominate.
Cruise season
May to October. June through September for warm weather and reliable whale sightings; late September into October for spectacular fall foliage in Quebec and the Maritimes. Some expedition departures to Labrador and the Arctic run July-August.
Find your Canada sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at Canada, earliest departure first.
5 Days One-Way from Vancouver to San Diego
Starts in Canada. Also visits United States
ms Zaandam
24 Days One-Way from Vancouver to Port Canaveral
Starts in Canada. Also visits United States, Mexico, Panama
Star Princess
8 Days One-Way from Vancouver to Los Angeles
Starts in Canada. Also visits United States
Star Princess
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13 Days One-Way from Boston to Montreal
Ends in Canada. Also visits United States
Azamara Quest
14 Days One-Way from Montreal to New York
Starts in Canada. Also visits United States
Le Lyrial
13 Days Montreal, Canada Round Trip
Starts and ends in Canada. Also visits France
Silver Shadow
13 Days One-Way from Toronto to New York
Starts in Canada. Also visits United States
Viking Octantis
24 Days One-Way from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale
Starts in Canada. Also visits United States, Mexico, Guatemala
Island Princess
8 Days One-Way from Vancouver to Los Angeles
Starts in Canada. Also visits United States
Island Princess
27 Days One-Way from Vancouver to San Antonio
Starts in Canada. Also visits United States, Mexico, Guatemala
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
41 Days One-Way from Vancouver to Buenos Aires
Starts in Canada. Also visits United States, Mexico, Guatemala
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
6 Days One-Way from Vancouver to San Diego
Starts in Canada. Also visits United States
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
Where Canada cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (5)
Halifax (cruises from) · Montréal (cruises from) · Québec (cruises from) · St Johns (cruises from) · Toronto (cruises from)
Ports of call in Canada
Ports of call (43)
Baddeck · Baie-Comeau · Battle Harbour · Charlottetown · Corner Brook · Fogo · Gaspé · Halifax (cruises from) · Havre-Saint-Pierre · Hopedale · Killarney · LAnse aux Meadows · Louisbourg · Lunenburg · Magdalen Is · Manitoulin Island · Montréal (cruises from) · Nain · Parry Sound · Perce · Port Colborne · Prince Edward Island · Québec (cruises from) · Red Bay · Rigolet · Saguenay · Saint-John · Saint Anthony · Sept-Îles · Shelburne · Silver Islet · St Johns (cruises from) · St Lawrence Seaway · Sydney · Tadoussac · Tobermory · Toronto (cruises from) · Trois-Rivières · Twillingate · Welland Canal · Windsor · Woody Point · Yarmouth
Cruise lines visiting Canada (22)
Ocean cruise lines (22)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (3)
Luxury cruise lines (5)
Premium cruise lines (8)
Contemporary cruise lines (6)
Plan your Canada & New England (Canada) cruise
Canada cruise port guide
Cruise ports, what to see, history and practical advice.
Canada cruise port guide →More Canada & New England cruises
Frequently asked questions about Canada & New England (Canada) cruises
Can you start or end a cruise in Canada & New England (Canada)?
Yes. Cruises start in Montréal, Québec, Toronto, Halifax and St Johns. Cruises end in Halifax, Montréal, Québec, St Johns and Toronto.
How many places do cruises visit in Canada & New England (Canada)?
43 Canada & New England (Canada) places are visited by 66 ships from 22 cruise lines.
Which cruise lines sail to Canada & New England (Canada)?
22 cruise lines sail to Canada & New England (Canada), including Atlas Ocean Voyages, Aurora Expeditions, Azamara Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Cunard and 16 more.
When is the best time to take a Canada & New England (Canada) cruise?
May to October. June through September for warm weather and reliable whale sightings; late September into October for spectacular fall foliage in Quebec and the Maritimes. Some expedition departures to Labrador and the Arctic run July-August.
Sources and further reading
Background on Canada draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- Destination Canada: Explore Canada: Official Tourism Website
- CIA World Factbook: Canada
- Parks Canada: L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Historic District of Old Québec
- American Cruise Lines: Canada Cruises
- Viking: Great Lakes Expedition Cruises
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published September 9, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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