As the colours of the gorgeous Canadian landscape turn to famous fall hues of brown, yellow and red, experience destinations picked for their natural beauty, with forests, trails and natural parks within reach for opportunities to go ‘leaf peeping’ and experience Canada at its breathtaking best. At the heart of this incredible itinerary are four memorable days in beautiful Quebec province, one of the best places to observe Canada’s natural beauty. You could revel in the quintessentially autumnal scenes of Parc National de la Jacques-Cartier on tour from Quebec, which is also the gateway to the Laurentian Mountains, and Parc National de la Mauricie from Trois Rivieres. The rugged scenery of Manicouagan Uapishka Biosphere Reserve surrounds Baie-Comeau and begs for exploration, while Havre St Pierre is a delight with its quaint town and scenic surroundings.
Elsewhere in Canada, there are two visits to the state of Newfoundland, brimming with old world charm and the beauty of picturesque countryside and coastlines. At St John’s, the views on offer from Signal Hill are not to be missed, especially at this time of the year, and Cape Spear – Canada’s easternmost point – is a short journey away. Meanwhile, a visit to Corner Brook is a chance to follow in Captain Cook’s footsteps and explore the city’s shores; or opt to tour to the vibrant, UNESCO-listed Gros Morne National Park, with its forest-framed fjords, mountains and thundering waterfalls. If all that’s not enough, you’ll take a journey along the Saguenay River and appreciate fjord-like landscapes from your ship, plus visit Port Saguenay for tours to the beautiful Saguenay Fjord National Park. Before returning to Liverpool you will have the chance to visit Belfast, Northern Ireland’s capital, for one last day of exploration and learn about the city’s deep maritime connection.