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Cruise and Visit of Grosse-Ile
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6 hours (approx.)
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Mobile ticket
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Offered in: English
What to Expect
Stop at: Grosse Ile and the Irish Memorial National Historic Site
Accompanied by Parks Canada guides, visit what was once a human quarantine station to counter epidemics and a transition point for four million immigrants between 1832 and 1937, and meet "Nurse Sarah Wade".
Stop at: Croisières Lachance
Travel on our boat the Vent des Illes, a superb, two-deck craft, able to accommodate 170 passengers. The lower deck features a dining room and lounge. On the upper deck, you’ll find the wheelhouse and solarium allowing passengers to admire the beauty of the scenery while remaining inside, sheltered from the sun. For those who prefer the feel of the breeze, an outside walk is perfect for sitting in the fresh air.
What's Included
- Admission to Parks Canada site
- Guided tour of Gross Ile
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting Point
Where you'll meet your guide
Please present yourself 30 minutes before the departure in front of the Croisieres AML ticket office on the dock; to pick up your physical ticket (required for boarding).
End Point
Where the tour ends
This experience ends at the starting point.
Start time:
9:15 AM
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please present yourself 30 minutes before the departure in front of the Croisieres AML ticket office on the dock; to pick up your physical ticket (required for boarding).
- Cruises operate rain or shine unless weather conditions pose a safety risk to passengers. There is an enclosed area on the vessel in the case of unfavourable weather
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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