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114 | EASTERN CANADA Day 12. Washington DC. On a guided city tour today, you'll visit Arlington National Cemetery, a famous military resting place established during the American Civil War. You'll also see the White House and visit the National Mall, home to such attractions as the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, the Martin Luther King Memorial and several war memorials – including the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the National World War II Memorial. After the tour, enjoy leisure time. B Day 13. Washington DC, Philadelphia, New York City. Depart Washington DC for Philadelphia, one of the largest cities in the United States, and known as the birthplace of American democracy. Here, a city tour includes the Liberty Bell, as well as a visit to Independence Hall, where America's founding fathers signed the Declaration of Independence. Afterwards, the bright lights of New York City beckon. Reach your hotel in Midtown Manhattan and enjoy your first dinner amid the city centre. Three Night Stay: InterContinental New York Barclay. BD THE BIG APPLE Day 14. New York City. New York's famous districts and iconic landmarks are yours to discover today. From bustling Fifth Avenue to vibrant Times Square, Broadway's glitzy Theatre District to the Lincoln Center, you'll see it all. You'll also drive through Greenwich Village, Soho and the Financial District including Wall Street. B Day 15. New York City. Discover a new side to the city as you select your activity. You might like to visit New York City's Statue of Liberty and gaze upon this remarkable icon of freedom and of the United States. You will also cruise to Ellis Island. Alternatively, pay a visit to the National September 11 Memorial & Museum, located on the World Trade Center site. For those who simply can't resist those iconic city views, head to the Top of the Rock Observation Deck on the 70th floor of the Rockefeller Center. Sports fans, meanwhile, will jump at the chance to join a behind-the-scenes tour of Yankee Stadium. You then have the afternoon at leisure before dinner this evening. BD BOSTON – THE CRADLE OF LIBERTY Day 16. New York City, Newport, Boston. Snake along the coast to Rhode Island and the city of Newport, a well-known East Coast summer vacation destination. Here, visit The Breakers, one of the famous Newport Mansions. Inspired by 16th-century Italian palaces, it was once a vacation 'cottage' of Cornelius Vanderbilt II and is today worth in excess of $100 million. After a tour, continue on to Boston. With a free evening, step out and embrace all that this innovative city has to offer – art, architecture, sports and food. Two Night Stay: Boston, The Fairmont Copley Plaza. B Day 17. Boston. Set out on a city tour, taking you to the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston Common, the Bull & Finch Pub from the TV show Cheers, Harvard University and more. Afterwards, you may like to explore the Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum. Or, enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at Fenway Park, the historic home field of the Boston Red Sox baseball team. Others may like to join the Freedom Trail walking tour, illuminating the history of the American Revolution, as it began in Boston. This evening, as the land portion of your holiday draws to a close, enjoy a special dinner. BD NEW ENGLAND CRUISE Day 18. Boston, Embark Ship. Refreshed and ready for your New England voyage, head for the Port of Boston and step aboard your ship. Enjoy a Sail Away Dinner at the renowned Pinnacle Grill. Seven Night Cruise: Holland America Line's ms Veendam in a Verandah Stateroom. BD Day 19. Bar Harbor. Today your ship will dock at Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island, located just off the coast of Maine. You might like to discover the town's shops or enjoy one of the optional activities available, taking in such attractions as Acadia National Park (own expense). BLD Day 20. Halifax. Now cruising in Canadian waters, today's port of call is Halifax, the cosmopolitan capital of Nova Scotia. Explore at your leisure or embark on a tour to Peggy's Cove, a small rural community that is famous for Peggy's Point Lighthouse. It's just one of the optional excursions available (own expense). BLD Day 21. Sydney. At the northeast end of Nova Scotia lies Cape Breton Island and the charming community of Sydney. Today is yours to explore as you please. Perhaps soak up the picturesque scenery, discover the many artisan workshops or learn about the Celtic history of the area, North America's only living Celtic culture. BLD Day 22. Prince Edward Island. Arrive in the city of Charlottetown on picturesque Prince Edward Island, which is the smallest Canadian province by both population and size. Enjoy time at leisure or perhaps take a trip to the Anne of Green Gables homestead (own expense). BLD Day 23. At Sea. Enjoy the beauty of New England's maritime landscapes during a full day at sea. Cruise the Gulf of St Lawrence, the largest estuary in the world and spot some of the thousands of migratory birds that can be seen here. BLD Give in to the buzz of Times Square as you venture into the heart of New York City