Upper River Expedition
Kingston to Upper Canada Village and Return
4 nights, 5 days
On the "Upper River Expedition" we begin in Kingston, cruising and thoroughly exploring the Thousand Islands and continue east past Brockville. We encounter the first lock in the St. Lawrence Seaway system at Iroquois. The Control Dam here stretches from the Canadian to American side of the river and regulates the water depth through the Seaway to Montreal. From here, past Morrisburg, we pass over the "sunken villages" enroute to historic Upper Canada Village.
Overnight Ports
1000 Islands Anchorage
Brockville
Upper Canada Village
Gananoque
Attractions
In Alphabetical Order
1000 Islands
This cruise will take you to witness the island paradise and natural and man-made charm of the archipelago.
1000 Islands Tower
The 1000 Islands Tower is a unique attraction and will show you the best of what the area has to offer.
Fort Wellington
The first Fort Wellington was built during the war of 1812 high above the St. Lawrence River at Prescott.
Fulford Place Mansion
Fulford was able to purchase 14 acres of waterfront property in Brockville, Ontario.
Seaway Locks
All locks on the Seaway are similar in size. In width they are 80 feet; the depth over the sill is 30 feet; and the length - that is breast gate to fender - is 766 feet.
Thousand Islands Heritage Center
On Gananoque's waterfront there's a grand Victorian building designed in the tradition of the late 19th century two storey "grand cottage" with its expansive verandahs and a "widow's walk" lookout tower.
Upper Canada Village
Upper Canada Village ? parts of it formed with buildings moved from flooded lands ? is a living museum community that recreates the life, work, and development of the early settlements along the upper St. Lawrence River valley.
Itinerary
Day One
1730
Passenger boarding commences in Kingston
1800
Captain's Punch & Cheese Reception
1830
Captain's Welcome Remarks - Safety Instructions & Crew introductions
1850
Kingston Harbour tour bound for 1000 Islands anchorage
1930
Empress Class Roast Prime Rib of Beef Buffet
2115-2230
Cruise Director's "Fun with Trivia" and get acquainted party
2230-close
Late night stroll on the upper deck under a million stars and among a thousand islands
Soft piano music on the player piano
Soft piano music on the player piano
Day Two
0830
Weigh anchor to wander the 1000 Islands, Wanderer's Channel and Admiralty Group of Islands bound for Gananoque, Ont
1010
Debark at Gananoque for a tour & visit to the Arthur Child Heritage Museum of the 1000 Islands
1130
Depart Gananoque to cruise the U.S.A. side of the river
Learn about Boldt Castle on Heart Island
View and learn about Singer Castle on Dark Island
Learn about Boldt Castle on Heart Island
View and learn about Singer Castle on Dark Island
1430
Comprehensive Safety Presentation & Crew Drill
1530
Arrive Brockville - transfer by bus for a guided tour of Fulford Mansion
1700
Bus departs from Fulford Mansion to return to the ship
Evening
Relax and stroll the waterfront - see Canada's 1st Railway Tunnel
Fun loving entertainment
Fun loving entertainment
Day Three
0800
Depart Brockville bound for Prescott, Ont
0915
Debark at Prescott for a tour of Fort Wellington (National Historic Site)
1130
Bus returns from Fort Wellington
1145
Depart Prescott bound for Crysler Park Marina, Upper Canada Village
Cruise along the old Galop Canal - opened in 1846
Pass through the Iroquois Lock at the Seaway control dam
Cruise along the old Galop Canal - opened in 1846
Pass through the Iroquois Lock at the Seaway control dam
Early PM
Arrive Crysler Park Marina
Relax or stroll the marina and grounds
Relax or stroll the marina and grounds
Evening
Fun loving entertainment
Day Four
0900
Miniature train departs marina to meet horse-drawn wagon to tour Upper Canada Village. After your guided tour free time to wander on your own
1200
Transportation returns from the village (1.5 miles)
1230
Depart marina bound for Ivy Lea, Ontario in the heart of the 1000 Islands
PM
Ship board activities
View and learn about the Statue of St. Lawrence
View and learn about the Statue of St. Lawrence
Late PM
Arrive Ivy Lea
Relax or stroll this quaint little hamlet
Relax or stroll this quaint little hamlet
Evening
Enjoy some big band sounds for your listening and dancing pleasure
Day Five
0900
Debark ship for transfer to the 400 feet 1000 Island Tower on Hill Island
1030
Bus returns to the ship
1100
Depart Ivy Lea and sail through the Canadian channel enroute to Kingston
1410
Arrive Kingston for Closing Ceremonies (Grand Saloon)
1415
Debarkation and farewells - Brock St. Dock, Kingston
Meal Times
0700
Early morning coffee - Grand Saloon (or observation deck)
0730-0900
Breakfast (latest full breakfast serving - 0900)
1030-1100
Morning bouillon
1200
Lunch - early sitting (at the call of the bell)
1315
Lunch - main sitting (at the call of the bell)
1600-1630
Afternoon tea - Grand Saloon (or observation decks)
1730
Dinner - early sitting (at the call of the bell)
1915
Dinner - main sitting (at the call of the bell)
Activities on Board
Shuffle Board, Parlor Games, Kite Flying
All times are approximate. This itinerary is subject to change without notice or incurring obligation. Currents, weather and seaway traffic may be modifying factors.