Brilliance of New York, Boston & New England
Two nights' pre cruise stay in New York and Boston, Seven nights' full board cruise on Brilliance
Two Nights' Pre Cruise Stay In New York And Boston, Seven Nights' Full Board Cruise On Brilliance
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Departure Date: 10th September 2025
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Total Nights: 12 Nights
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Cruise: Brilliance of the Seas
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Package Type: Cruise and Stay
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Includes Train Travel
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Includes Hotel Stay
Royal Caribbean International
North American cruise line Royal Caribbean International has an impressive history and global reputation.
The cruise line is famed for its fleet of mega-ships, which consist of Utopia of the Seas, Wonder of the Seas, Harmony of the Seas and more.
Each ship is full to the brim of thrills and entertainment, with the cruise line continuing to innovate.
2543
Passengers
848
Crew
2002
Launched
2018
Last refit
90090t
Tonnage
292m
Length
32m
Width
25kts
Speed
12
Decks
USD
Currency
Overview
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Return flights from UK
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Airport and port transfers
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Two nights' four-star hotel accommodation in New York (in featured hotel or similar standard)
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Empire State Building tickets
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Amtrak rail journey between New York and Boston
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Two nights' four-star hotel accommodation in Boston (in featured hotel or similar standard)
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Boston Old Town Trolley tickets
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Seven nights' full-board cruise accommodation onboard Brilliance of the Seas
Cruise Itinerary
Day 1
Fly UK to New York, USA
Fly from the UK to New York, overnight at hotel
Day 2
New York, USA
Explore this buzzing city in a continual sweep starting in Central Park and working south towards Wall Street and Battery Park where boat trips depart for The Statue of Liberty and the fascinating Immigration Museum on Ellis Island. Definitely take advantage of the shopping on 5th Avenue. Stop off for a coffee in the golden atrium of the Trump Tower and stroll through the Rockerfelller centre on your way to marvel at the bright lights of Times Square. Soak up the panoramic views from the viewing platform at the top of the Empire State Building as the sun sets over the horizon and the lights twinkle on.
Day 3
Train from New York, USA to Boston, USA
Catch the train from New York to Boston, overnight at hotel
Day 4
Boston, USA
Boston is home to the 400 year old Harvard University, the Boston Tea Party, Cheers and Ally Mc Beal ! The central area of Boston is called Back Bay where you will find the Copley Plaza shopping area, Boston Common, Faneuil Hall Market place and Beacon Hill. Beacon Hill runs along the north edge of Boston Common and is home to the original pub called Cheers. Faneuil Hall Market place is the bustling centre of Boston with Quincy Market which looks rather like Covent Garden in London. Here you will find lots of shops, bars and restaurants including the famous Irish pubs. Also in this area you will find The 18th Century Schooner Liberty used in the uprising against the British, The Boston Aquarium and the site of the original Boston Tea Party which triggered the American War of Independence. The best way to the learn the most about this historic centre of the USA is to follow the two and a half mile long Freedom Trail. This was the very route that Paul Revere took to warn of the British invasion of the city.
Day 5
Boston, USA
Embark ship
Day 6
Portland, USA
Portland is perched on a peninsula, jutting out into the island-studded Casco Bay. This city of 230,000 people is a progressive, lively city incorporating the character of yesteryear into a modern urban environment. Historic architecture blends gracefully with the new as you stroll along her working waterfront or the cobblestone streets of the restored Old Port section of the city.
Day 7
St John, Canada
This charming town is situated on the Bay of Fundy which has one of the largest tidal ranges in the world. The St John rivers empties into the Bay of Fundy here and when the tide is low the water cascades one way and when the tide is high the water reverses and cascades the other. Many people come here for this reason to take white water ride in the reversing falls.
Day 8
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Day 9 Sydney, Canada
River travel
Sydney was founded in 1785 and named in honour of Britain’s Home Secretary at the time, Thomas Townsend, 1st Viscount Sydney; a few years later, Sydney, Australia would also be named after him. Sydney's original settlers included former soldiers and Loyalists escaping the chaos following the American Revolution. The town was the English capital of Cape Breton Island from its founding until 1820, when the island colony and its rich coal fields became part of Nova Scotia. It was that coal that would transform Sydney from a colonial town in Cape Breton into a major industrial centre, becoming a world leader in steel production. That industrial growth saw Sydney officially become a city in 1904, welcoming workers and their families from around the province and world. Today, Sydney continues to welcome people from around the world as they come to visit the city and the beautiful island of Cape Breton.
Day 10
Halifax, Canada
Located on one of the world’s great natural harbours, Halifax is adorned with landmarks like the Citadel fortress, Pier 21 (Canada's Ellis Island), and the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic - which is well worth a visit to see the artefacts recovered from the Titanic. Learn about the formation of World War II convoys which gathered here to run the gauntlet of U-Boats across the Atlantic and the gun ship collision during World War I which caused as catastrophic explosion and flattened the city. Another interesting spot to visit is the graveyard of the victims from the Titanic disaster which were recovered by the local fleet. Beyond the city, you can discover the weather-beaten landscape of Nova Scotia's south shore. See craggy coastlines, and the German village of Lunenburg - a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 11
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Day 12
Fly Boston, USA to UK
Disembark ship and transfer to airport for overnight flight back to UK
Day 1
Fly UK to New York, USA
Day 2
New York, USA
Day 3
Train from New York, USA to Boston, USA
Day 4
Boston, USA
Day 5
Boston, USA
Day 6
Portland, USA
Day 7
St John, Canada
Day 8
At Sea
Day 9 Sydney, Canada
River travel
Day 10
Halifax, Canada
Day 11
At Sea
Day 12
Fly Boston, USA to UK
Ship Details
Royal Caribbean International
Brilliance of the Seas
Discover new experiences on every shore – and on every deck.
Your Hotel Stay
Sanctuary Hotel New York
4 star hotel
Boston Park Plaza
4 star hotel
Train Travel Included
Amtrak Acela Express Train - New York to Boston
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