Spread out and splendid; that perfectly describes Sydney, Nova Scotia and its environs. Enjoy a full day exploring three of the area's most notable attractions. You'll take a lovely ride to the Fortress of Louisbourg, a National Historic Site. The largest fortified town outside of Europe, the Fortress of Louisbourg was once a thriving seaport and the capital of Île-Royale (Cape Breton Island). Admire a selection of buildings and exhibits displayed during the pre-siege era before wandering up to the spectacular chapel in the King's Bastion. Photo ops abound on the two-hour ride through arresting countryside to the quaint village of Baddeck, encountering stunning views of St. Ann's Bay, Seal Island Bridge and the lush green foothills of the Cabot Trail along the way. Your arrival brings you to the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site (inventor of the telephone) where you'll discover the complex dedication he had for his work and many inventions. Enjoy free time in Baddeck, to shop, snap more pictures, or grab lunch, before the return trip to your ship.