INCREDIBLE GOLF COURSES.
LIVELY MUSIC. RICH HISTORY.
COLOURFUL COMMUNITIES
Canada’s east coast Maritime provinces are home to some of the finest golf courses in North America. Golfers from around the world are drawn by the superb challenges offered and the magnificent coastal settings. Exposed to the elements, these championship layouts provide a great test for golfers of all skill levels. When you add the rich culture and history found in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and the islands in the Gulf of St Lawrence, you have all the hallmarks of a great vacation
On this new voyage – a world first in expedition cruising – we blend a unique cruise experience, full of wildlife encounters, visits to colourful coastal villages plus exciting off-ship excursions, while providing easy access to several of Canada’s most spectacular golfing locations. Challenging courses,superb coastal and mountain views, great competition and a fun, convivial atmosphere on board will make this a truly memorable golfing and travel experience.
While our golfers are off to the first tee, all non-golfing guests enjoy a terrific range of activities such as cruising in the zodiacs, hikes on shore, town and village visits, wildlife viewing, cycle touring, sea kayaking and even stand-up paddle boarding – all in the company of our expert team of guides. We experience the delights of Atlantic Canada from the comfort of our floating ‘lodge’ - that we relocate to a new place every day!
› Access and play the celebrated golf courses of Canada’s Maritime provinces
› Enjoy an exciting range of activities such as sea kayaking, cycling and stand-up paddling
› Enjoy local regional cuisine – including world famous lobster
› Visit the remote, windswept Sable Island, situated on the Grand Banks
This trip commences in the historic port of Louisbourg (Cape Breton). Access is via Sydney (Nova Scotia). We recommend you arrive in either Sydney, or Louisbourg at least one day prior to the scheduled voyage departure date. This allows for unexpected travel delays between home and trip departure time. Group transfers from Sydney to Louisbourg (approx 45 minutes) are included the day before - and the day of embarkation.
At the end of the voyage we arrive back into Louisbourg in the morning and a group transfer is provided to hotels in Louisbourg, Sydney Airport and a central location in Sydney (NS).
Full joining instructions are provided in your final travel documents. If you have questions before this time, please ask us
YOUR DAY-BY-DAY EXPEDITION ITINERARY
DAY 1 / LOUISBOURG – CAPE BRETON, NOVA SCOTIA
(WEDNESDAY, 27 JUNE 2018)
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Our adventure begins in the historic port town of Louisbourg, Nova Scotia, where we board our expedition vessel, the One Ocean Navigator / Akademik Ioffe. First visited in 1597 by the English, the town was fortified in 1713 by the French in recognition of its strategic maritime location. During the 18th century, Louisbourg was the third busiest seaport in North America. We board the ship in the late afternoon in time for a dinner of fresh, local lobster as we sail out past the lighthouse and along the beautiful coastline of Cape Breton
DAY 2 / INVERNESS – CAPE BRETON, NOVA SCOTIA
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Overnight we have sailed around the northern most point of Cape Breton and by morning we are anchored off the broad sand beach at Inverness, a small hamlet situated on Nova Scotia’s west coast. Excitement levels are high as we load into the zodiacs for the trip ashore with our golf bags. Cabot Links has long featured on the list of North America’s top golf courses. This classic, coastal layout is considered by many to be the finest links course outside of Scotland – the spiritual home of golf. Exposed to the winds of the Gulf of St Lawrence, the expansive layout presents a superb challenge for players of all abilities. Every hole offers an ocean view and it is impossible to not feel connected with the landscape. Six holes are located directly adjacent to the white sand beaches and rolling dunes. At the end of the round, we may choose to enjoy a refreshment in the clubhouse. Others might like to return to the ship for a soak in the hot tub, a relaxing sauna or massage.
DAYS 3 / INVERNESS – CAPE BRETON, NOVA SCOTIA
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Completed in 2016, the new 18 hole layout at Cabot Cliffs was added to the adjacent Cabot Links course. Combined, this 36-hole complex has been rated in the top 20 golf course destinations in the world. Co-designer of the course, Ben Crenshaw claimed this "was probably the finest location for any course" he had ever helped design. From tee to green, the dramatic par 3, 16th is the signature hole on the course, playing from one cliff edge to another with a 100ft drop to the pounding waves below. The green is surrounded on three sides by cliffs. It is quite possibly one of the most scenic golf holes in the world.
Like the famous par 5 closing hole at Pebble Beach, the 18th at Cabot Cliffs plays along the coastline the entire length from tee to green. Couches and chairs rest behind the green where spectators can enjoy a drink, the view, and watch fellow players finish their round. Spirits are high as we return to the ship, head for the '19th hole' for a pre-dinner beverage to celebrate two fantastic golf days. This evening we weigh anchor and head for our next destination.
DAY 4 / LES ILES-DE-LA-MADELEINE (THE MAGDALEN
ISLANDS) – QUEBEC
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Sculpted out of sandstone, these islands in the Gulf of St. Lawrence are home to unique fishing communities with beautifully maintained waterfront houses and boats, flowing grassy plains and sandstone shorelines sculpted by the elements. Quebecois and Acadian culture runs strongly through the towns and villages of the islands, through local cuisine, craft and language. Having enjoyed several rounds of golf on truly
challenging layouts, today we enjoy the opportunity to play the simple nine hole course at L‘Etang-du-Nord. This is the only golf course on the island and offers beautiful coastal views. If you feel the need for a day away from the fairways, the island’s gentle terrain is a cyclist’s paradise. Sea kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding on calm waters, through sea arches and into sandstone sea caves is superb experience. Perhaps you may choose to enjoy a whale-watching cruise in the zodiacs or head to the beach to soak up some sun and relax.
DAY 5 / MORELL – PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND
Overnight we have sailed south from the Magdalen Islands to Prince Edward Island. This is a very historic location, where in September of 1864, representatives from the British Colonies in North America met in Charlottetown to discuss Canada's Confederation. On July 1st, 1867, the Dominion of Canada came into being. Situated on the north coast facing the Gulf of St Lawrence is the small fishing and agricultural centre of Morell. Today we enjoy the challenge of another fabulous links-style course at Crowbush - a gorgeous championship layout which earned a 5-star rating by Golf Digest. This is undoubtedly the jewel in crown of Prince Edward Island’s renowned golf scene. Featuring deep pot bunkers, plenty of water hazards, knee deep rough in some locations and a constant sea breeze, this can be a tricky place to shoot a low score. Having completed your round, you will be welcomed back to the ship for a dinner of fresh Atlantic seafood as we navigate north-east overnight, heading once again for Cape Breton.
DAY 6 / INGONISH – CAPE BRETON, NOVA SCOTIA
By morning, we have returned to Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. We anchor off the pretty hamlet of Ingonish – a cluster of five small communities on the famous Cabot Trail. Here lies one of the original golf courses in Cape Breton. Designed by the renowned architect Stanley Thompson, Highland Links was built in the 1930s as'golfing journey' of sorts, traversing through woods and on coastal land overlooking the ocean. The layout runs from a rocky promontory and is set entirely within the National Park and the 18 holes are completely isolated from each other. Flat lies are uncommon here and shot making will be tested. Cut from dense forest the undulating terrain offers wonderful ocean glimpses, it is no surprise that Highland Links constantly ranks in Canada’s Top 10 best courses. Returning to the ship after a incredible day’s play, we reflect on our exceptional days of golf on some of the most scenic courses in North America. As we
weigh anchor at Ingonish and leave the coastal waters of Nova Scotia – there is one more highlight still to come.
DAY 7 / SABLE ISLAND NATIONAL PARK – NOVA SCOTIA
Located on the edge of the Grand Banks, Sable Island has a storied past and is known as a graveyard of ships, with more than 350 ships falling victim to the treacherous currents and sandbars. Sporadically inhabited by sealers, shipwreck survivors and salvagers, the island is now home to fewer than six year-round inhabitants, a herd of wild horses and one of the largest gray seal colonies in the world. It is an important stopover for numerous migratory bird species as they make their way to and from the High Arctic regions. Sable Island forms one of Canada’s newest National Parks and we explore the long sand beaches. It is an incredibly remote location, hard to get to other than by ship. We leave the golf clubs in the bag and take our cameras ashore to capture the raw beauty of this remote location. After enjoying our shore excursions around Sable Island, we celebrate our voyage and attend a special dinner attended by the ship’s Captain.
DAY 8 / LOUISBOURG – CAPE BRETON, NOVA SCOTIA
We sail back to Cape Breton heading again for the historic port of Louisbourg. Our fabulous trip comes to an end and we reflect on the truly memorable courses that have challenged all golfers. We disembark in the morning and, while some of us will head to the airport, many will add a few extra days in Nova Scotia to enjoy the hospitality, culture and renowned seafood.
Upon receipt of your deposit and booking forms, a detailed booklet will be sent to you providing additional information to help you prepare for your voyage. This resource is full of useful facts and covers practicalities such as suggested clothing, life on board the ship, wildlife, geography and history as well as details about the activities available throughout your voyage. Information regarding passports and visas, budgeting, as well as travel insurance requirements are also found in this helpful document.
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