Experience the Beauty and History of Canada’s Rivers
St. Lawrence Cruise Lines is a family built and operated Canadian business with more than 40 years of experience in the cruise industry. This helps them provide the best possible river cruising experience for groups. So, join them to explore the most scenic, calm water rivers in this part of the world. Their professional, highly trained all-Canadian crew will spoil you with exceptional cuisine and genuine Canadian hospitality.
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The Canadian Empress is a One-of-a-Kind Classic Riverboat
River cruises have surged in popularity in recent years and travelers eager to experience this type of voyage can do so aboard the Canadian Empress, a one-of-a-kind small passenger vessel designed and built in Eastern Ontario. This 64-passenger riverboat has a clean-lined exterior that evokes a classic Victorian-era steamboat, while the contemporary, elegant interior provides comfort, safety and charm for passengers while exploring in some of the most scenic, calm waters in North America.
These cruises are perfect for travelers who wish to experience the beauty of the St. Lawrence and Ottawa Rivers, as well as learning about the history and culture of the 1000 Islands region, the St.Lawrence Seaway, and the enduring connection between English and French Canada. Cruises range from four to seven nights, with stateroom rates starting at $2234 CAD per person based on double occupancy. Single supplement rooms are available as well. Fares include stateroom, meals, ship’s reserve wine and domestic beer during meals, evening entertainment, and daily excursions ashore.
Booking is now underway for 2026 with cruises running from early May to late October with departures leaving from Kingston, Ottawa, and Quebec City. Here are a few options:
Upper River Expedition
This four-night, five-day cruise from Kingston to Upper Canada Village and return celebrates the best of the Thousand Islands region. Groups can enjoy the beautiful and historic St. Lawrence River, whose calm water cruises will carry you in safety and comfort. From the channels and bays of the Thousand Islands to the bustling International Seaway, you will be astonished by the beauty you encounter. There is also plenty of history to savor, from the popular Upper Canada Village to Fort Henry in Kingston. Among the cruise highlights are the Thousand Islands Bridge, freighters and pleasure vessels, the 1000 Islands Heritage Museum,1000 Islands Boat Museum, Fort Wellington, Brockville’s Fulford Mansion and Upper Canada Village.
Canadian Connection Cruise: East
This six-night, seven-day cruise from Kingston to Quebec City enables groups to enjoy the picturesque beauty of the 1000 Islands, as well as travel the length of the majestic St. Lawrence River from English Canada into French Canada, encountering seven Seaway Locks on the journey.
Along your route, you will experience magnificent scenery and numerous historic attractions that tie together the historic of French and English North America. Discover the magic of the Thousand Islands, the deep historical roots of “Loyalist Brockville” and the unique living community of Upper Canada Village. Between Montreal and Quebec City groups can appreciate the rich mudflat homes to myriad species of birds. At the conclusion of your cruise, you will reach Quebec City, which is full of the old-world charm and grace of Europe. You will encounter Quebec City’s unparalleled joie de vivre (loveo f life) found nowhere else in North America. Enjoy Old Quebec with its massive ramparts still bolstering the Plains of Abraham and behold the imperial, green-roofed towers of the legendary Chateau Frontenac.
Call 1-800-267-7868 to speak with a reservations expert about cruises and availability on the one-of-a-kind CANADIAN EMPRESS, or request a brochure through their website at www.stlawrencecruiselines.com
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