Discover the natural beauty, coastal scenery, and maritime heritage of Atlantic Canada on a journey through Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island. From Halifax, travel to New Brunswick and the Bay of Fundy, home to the world’s highest tides. Visit Hopewell Rocks, where dramatic sandstone formations have been sculpted by years of tidal erosion. Spend two nights in Saint John, Canada’s oldest incorporated city, and enjoy an excursion to the historic seaside town of St. Andrews by-the-Sea. Cross the Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island, known for its red-sand beaches, fresh seafood, and pastoral landscapes. During your two-night stay in Charlottetown, visit Green Gables Heritage Place, the inspiration for Lucy Maud Montgomery’s beloved novel, Anne of Green Gables. Return to Nova Scotia by ferry and continue to Cape Breton Island for a two-night stay in Baddeck. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site and learn about the inventor’s remarkable achievements. Then experience the spectacular Cabot Trail, one of North America’s most scenic coastal drives, with stops at viewpoints throughout Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Your journey concludes with two nights in Halifax. Visit iconic Peggy’s Cove, famous for its lighthouse and rugged Atlantic shoreline, and continue to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lunenburg, home to one of the best-preserved British colonial settlements in North America. From dramatic coastlines and national parks to historic towns and natural wonders, this value-minded Canadian Maritimes vacation showcases the best of Atlantic Canada.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
HALIFAX W
elcome to Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia and the gateway to Atlantic Canada! Your Tour Director is available in the hotel lobby from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. to answer any questions.
Day 2
HALIFAX–HOPEWELL ROCKS–SAINT JOHN
Depart Halifax for Hopewell Rocks on the Bay of Fundy, home of the highest tides in the world, where water levels rise and fall up to 52 feet each day. See the region’s famous sandstone sea stacks, known as “flowerpots,” sculpted by centuries of tidal erosion. Some of these remarkable formations tower 40 to 70 feet above the shoreline. Continue through the scenic landscapes of Fundy National Park before arriving in Saint John for a two-night stay. (B)
Day 3
SAINT JOHN. EXCURSION TO ST. ANDREWS BY-THE-SEA
Travel south to the charming seaside resort town of St. Andrews-by-the-Sea and enjoy an orientation tour. Free time allows you to explore the historic downtown, browse unique shops around Market Square, or visit award-winning Kingsbrae Garden, one of Canada’s premier public gardens. Or for a memorable Atlantic Canada experience, consider an optional whale-watching and wildlife cruise. On the return to Saint John, stop at Reversing Falls, where the powerful tides of the Bay of Fundy create a fascinating natural phenomena.
Day 4
SAINT JOHN–CHARLOTTETOWN
Before leaving Saint John, visit the historic Saint John City Market, Canada’s oldest continuing farmers market dating back to 1876. Then leave New Brunswick and cross the 8-mile/12.9 km-long Confederation Bridge, spanning the Northumberland Strait, en route to Charlottetown, the capital of Prince Edward Island. This evening, perhaps don a bib and pass the butter at an optional lobster supper, a classic Maritime dining experience.
Day 5
CHARLOTTETOWN
Tour Prince Edward Island with a Local Guide and experience the island’s distinctive red sandstone cliffs, beaches, and coastal scenery at Prince Edward Island National Park. Stop in the fishing village of North Rustico to learn about the island’s renowned lobster industry, then visit Green Gables Heritage Place, the inspiration for Lucy Maud Montgomery’s beloved Anne of Green Gables novels. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore Charlottetown and its scenic waterfront. (B)
Day 6
CHARLOTTETOWN–BADDECK
Board a ferry across the Northumberland Strait to Nova Scotia and continue to Baddeck, the gateway to the Cabot Trail, situated on the shores of Bras d'Or Lake. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, where exhibits showcase the remarkable achievements of the inventor of the telephone and many other innovations. Bell spent the final years of his life in this scenic lakeside community. This evening, perhaps stroll into town and enjoy a relaxing dinner overlooking the lake. (B)
Day 7
BADDECK. EXCURSION TO CAPE BRETON HIGHLANDS NATIONAL PARK & CABOT TRAIL
Travel the world-famous Cabot Trail, one of North America's most scenic coastal drives. Take in sweeping views of rugged cliffs, deep valleys, forested hillsides, and the waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the Atlantic Ocean. Continue through Cape Breton Highlands National Park, where dramatic landscapes and coastal scenery have drawn comparisons to the Scottish Highlands. Return to Baddeck and enjoy an evening at leisure. (CB)
Day 8
BADDECK–HALIFAX
Depart Baddeck and return to Halifax. Enjoy a city tour featuring the Halifax Public Gardens, Canadian Forces Base Halifax, the largest military base in Canada and home to the Royal Canadian Navy's Atlantic Fleet, and Fairview Lawn Cemetery, the final resting place of more than 100 victims of the Titanic. This evening, enjoy free time to explore the shops, restaurants, and lively atmosphere of the Halifax Waterfront boardwalk. (CB)
Day 9
HALIFAX. EXCURSION TO PEGGY’S COVE & LUNENBURG
Begin the day with a visit to picturesque Peggy's Cove, home to Peggy's Point Lighthouse, one of Canada's most photographed landmarks. Then stop at Acadian Maple Products to learn about the production of pure Nova Scotia maple syrup. Continue to Lunenburg, one of only two urban communities in North America designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the colorful streets and waterfront of this historic harbor town, with free time to browse local shops, enjoy lunch overlooking the harbor, or join an optional walking tour to learn more about its rich maritime heritage and British colonial history.
Day 10
HALIFAX
Your vacation ends this morning. Or extend your stay with extra nights and enjoy more time exploring Halifax's historic waterfront, museums, shops, and maritime attractions.
What's Included
Meals
6 Breakfasts
Hotels
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake
Moderate First-Class
Crowne Plaza Saint John Harborview
First-Class
Rodd Royalty
First-Class
Ceilidh Country Lodge
Superior Tourist-Class
Delta Halifax Downtown
Superior First-Class
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