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INTRODUCTION

Embrace the beauty of the Canadian Maritimes on this 10-day Atlantic Canada road trip through spectacular coastal scenery, charming fishing villages and magnificent national parks.

This itinerary was designed by our atlantic canada specialist wendy who lives in region and has designed the itinerary to cover all the sights in the shortest possible time., highlights include the unesco world heritage site of lunenburg, hopewell rocks and prince edward island national park. , there is also time to drive the cabot trail, a scenic drive around nova scotia's cape breton island. .

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DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1 Halifax | Arrival Arrive in Halifax and check in to your accommodations which are ideally located in the downtown core of this vibrant and cosmopolitan urban centre on the Atlantic Ocean. You may wish to add additional nights in Halifax or a city tour to your vacation package. Bursting with culture and rich history, Nova Scotia’s capital city has much to offer.

Day 2 Halifax to Annapolis Royal | 281 km/175 mi Head south to Lunenburg, visiting Peggy’s Cove along the way. Peggy’s Cove is a small village with houses built right into the granite rock and a lighthouse overlooking the Atlantic. Old Town Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a lovingly restored Victorian town that begs you to wander and explore. Make a stop at Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site, renowned for its hiking trails and incredible canoeing on wilderness lakes and rivers. Arrive in Annapolis Royal, a quaint settlement housing Victorian mansions on the banks of the Bay of Fundy.

Day 3 Annapolis Royal to Saint John | 113 km/70 mi + Ferry Depart Annapolis Royal and drive to Digby to board the ferry to Saint John, world-famous for its Reversing Falls Rapids—the colossal, tidal tug-of-war between the Bay of Fundy and the St. John River. Twice daily at high tide, the powerful Fundy waters roar into the Saint John River. The titanic clash of natural forces causes the river to reverse direction. (breakfast included)

Day 4 Saint John to Moncton | 212 km/131 mi The highlight today is the scenic drive along the Bay of Fundy. Witness the power of the world’s highest tides at the Hopewell Rocks. Visit the informative Hopewell Rocks Interpretive Center and learn everything you need to know about the tidal phenomenon. Take a drive through Fundy National Park before reaching Moncton.

Day 5 Moncton to Charlottetown | 164 km/101 mi Before leaving Moncton we suggest a stop at the Magnetic Hill where you can put the car in neutral to experience the illusion of being pulled up hill by a ‘magnetic force.’ Continue to Shediac, known as The Lobster Capital of the World for its lobster fishing, processing plants, live-lobster tanks and the famous Lobster Festival. Enjoy a lobster fishing cruise & dine on fresh lobster. Then follow the Confederation Bridge, the longest bridge in Canada, to Charlottetown, P.E.I.

Day 6 Charlottetown & Prince Edward Island | Exploring Drive by red cliffs, white beaches, gently sloping sand dunes and green fields as you make your way to Prince Edward Island National Park. Before returning to Charlottetown, visit Green Gables Heritage Site, the alluring inspiration of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic Anne of Green Gables books. (breakfast included)

Day 7 Charlottetown to Baddeck | 274 km/170 mi + Ferry Depart Charlottetown taking Route 1 to Wood Islands Ferry crossing to Caribou, Nova Scotia. Drive the short distance to Pictou & visit Hector Heritage Quay, where a full scale replica of the Hector has been built using traditional ship building techniques. Depart Pictou and continue to Cape Breton via the Canso Causeway and onto Baddeck. This scenic village overlooks the beautiful Bras d’Or Lakes. (breakfast included)

Day 8 Cabot Trail Touring | 296 km/184 mi You’re off to experience one of the most stunningly picturesque drives in North America. The Cabot Trail winds around the rocky splendor of Cape Breton’s northern shore, ascending to the incredible plateaus of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Look-offs offer unforgettable vistas of Cape Breton’s rugged coastline so be sure to have your camera on hand.

Day 9 Baddeck to Liscomb Mills via Louisburg | 423 km/262 mi The Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site awaits you today. Words cannot do justice to this reconstruction depicting one-fifth of the settlement of 1744 New France. Roam the streets and chat with authentically costumed guides. Proceed along the shore of the Bras d’Or Lake to Liscomb Mills where you can relax and enjoy your surroundings.

Day 10 Liscomb Mills to Halifax | 170 km/105 mi Take a leisurely drive back to Halifax, along the way visit Musquodoboit Harbour & Valley a haven for nature lovers, and Martinique Beach the longest beach in the province. (breakfast included)

Package Includes:

• 1 night accommodation in Halifax
• 1 night accommodation in Annapolis Royal
• 1 night accommodation in Saint John
• 1 night accommodation in Moncton
• 2 nights accommodation in Charlottetown
• 2 nights accommodation in Baddeck
• 1 night accommodation in Liscombe Mills
• Bay Ferry Tolls – Digby to Saint John
• Bay Ferry Tolls - Wood Islands to Caribou
• Historic Sites admission to the following:
• Alexander Graham Bell
• Halifax Citadel
• Fortress of Louisbourg
• Kejimkujik (Day Use only)
• Carleton Martello Tower
• Fort Beauséjour
• Monument Lefebvre
• St. Andrews Blockhouse
• Green Gables House
• Prince Edward Island National Park

Hotel Information | Superior Grade

• Halifax – Lord Nelson Hotel | Classic Room
• Annapolis Royal - Hillsdale House | Standard Room | Breakfast Included
• Saint John – Delta Saint John | Standard Room
• Moncton – Delta Beausejour | Standard Room
• Charlottetown - The Great George | Classic Room | Continental Breakfast Included
• Baddeck - Inverary Resort | Traditional Room
• Liscombe Mills – Liscombe Lodge | Standard Room | Breakfast Included

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Departs from Halifax: Daily (Tour Code: SD199)

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Atlantic Maritimes Tour

Experience the fresh salt air, unspoiled nature, rich history and warm hospitality of one of the world’s most popular destinations on our most comprehensive bus tour of the Canadian Maritimes. Combine this tour with our Newfoundland and Labrador’s Viking Trail Tour for an 18-day east-coast experience!

• Bay of Fundy, home to the world's highest tides
• Joggins Fossil Cliffs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Cruise the warm waters of Shediac Bay aboard a lobster boat and enjoy a delicious, lobster dinner
• Peggy’s Cove, a picturesque fishing village and famous lighthouse and Lunenburg’s Grand Banks’ fishing fleet
• Cabot Trail, Cape Breton and the fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site

2021 Prices: From CA$4,159  – quad or triple From CA$4,481 – twin From CA$5,718 – single

2022 Departures: Select dates May to October

2022 Prices: Small group (max. 24) From CA$4,659  – quad or triple From CA$4,981 – twin From CA$6,368 – single

Standard group (max. 46) From CA$4,159  – quad or triple From CA$4,481 – twin From CA$5,718 – single

Taxes: 15% HST

Prices are shown in CA$ per person based on two people sharing a twin room, three people in a triple, four people in a quad and one in a single.

Tour Code: 009917-W21

Arrive in Halifax and check in to your accommodations which are ideally located in the downtown core of this vibrant and cosmopolitan urban centre on the Atlantic Ocean. Meet our Tour Director and fellow travellers this evening at a Welcome Reception. Meals: none

Option: You may wish to add transfers from Halifax Airport to your downtown hotel, additional nights in Halifax or a city tour onto your vacation package. Bursting with culture and rich history, Nova Scotia’s capital city has much to offer. We can arrange for extra nights at the hotel as well as airport transfers.

This tour is a combination of shorter tours within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and PEI. Combining tours provides a lot of flexibility of taking only a portion of the tour if the whole tour is too long. It does, however, necessitate some crossover days as tour participants are leaving and joining tours in progress and a possible change of tour director en-route.

The world’s highest tides, fresh salt air, sandy beaches, rocky coves, cosmopolitan cities, remote lighthouses, rich history, warm hospitality, rustic fishing villages, succulent seafood, unspoiled nature, varied activities, first-rate facilities and travel routes. All of these things and more make Canada’s Maritime Provinces one of the world’s most popular destinations. Experience the best of the Maritimes on this delightful tour of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island.

Explore the Bay of Fundy and learn about the world’s highest tides as we meander its colourful coastline to New Brunswick’s bilingual city of Moncton. En route, explore the Joggins Fossil Cliffs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See magnificently exposed layers of rock revealing the world’s most complete fossil record of life in the “Coal Age” of 300 million years ago. After crossing into New Brunswick, an unforgettable culinary experience awaits as we cruise the warm waters of Shediac Bay aboard a lobster boat; learn about the fishing industry and savour a delicious lobster supper. (For October tours a lobster dinner at a local Moncton restaurant will be substituted). Check into our downtown hotel for the night. Meals: B, L, D

Experience a true natural wonder this morning as we visit the Hopewell Rocks on the coast of the Bay of Fundy. Marvel at these massive flower-pot shaped formations sculpted by the highest tides on the planet. Travel through Fundy National Park on to Canada’s first incorporated city, Saint John, on the southern New Brunswick coast. Enjoy a city tour, including the Reversing Falls, where twice daily the tides force the Saint John River to reverse its flow. Check into our Saint John accommodations for a two-night stay. Meals: B, L

Enjoy a day trip to picturesque St. Andrews by-the Sea where the quaint charm of this coastal town is sure to captivate. After a Whale Watching Boat Tour (weather permitting), the afternoon is yours to experience the friendly people, beautiful architecture, and rich marine life of this seaside gem at your own pace. Meals: B, L

We take the ferry back to Nova Scotia to Digby, the scallop capital of the world, where the fresh sea air and passionate Acadian culture combine to form an enchanting and historically rich town. We overnight at a beautiful property overlooking the Annapolis Basin on the Bay of Fundy. Meals: B, D

Travel the lush Annapolis Valley and learn about the French Acadians of Grand Pre, who established their first settlement in the early 1600s. Learn about this landscape’s designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and fact and fiction blent and revel the romance of the Land of Evangeline. Visit a local winery for a tour and tasting before arriving in Halifax for a 2-night stay. Meals: B

Discover the rustic charm of the renowned fishing village of Peggy’s Cove where we will enjoy breakfast overlooking one of the world’s most photographed lighthouses. Travel Nova Scotia’s South Shore and on to the UNESCO World Heritage Town of Lunenburg, renowned for her fleet of Grand Banks’ fishing schooners. Take a walking tour to fully experience one of the most remarkably preserved colonial settlements in the New World, and visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic to learn about the town’s famous seafaring heritage. Meals: B

Once only accessible by ferry, today we arrive on Prince Edward Island via the Confederation Bridge, the world’s longest continuous multi-span bridge. En route, learn about Mi’kmaq culture at the Millbrook Culture and Heritage Centre. Check into your Charlottetown accommodations   for a two-night stay and enjoy a theatre performance by local entertainers at the Confederation Centre of the Arts (may be substituted depending on the theatre’s schedule). Meals: B

Enjoy a free morning in Charlottetown, Canada birthplace, or join a complimentary walking tour of the city. This afternoon, drive by red cliffs, white beaches, gently sloping sand dunes and green fields along the North Shore of the island, as you make your way to Prince Edward Island National Park. Before returning to Charlottetown, visit Green Gables Heritage Site, the alluring inspiration of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic Anne of Green Gables books. Enjoy true Maritime hospitality this evening at a traditional hall-style lobster dinner. Meals: B, D

Ferry over the Northumberland Strait back to Nova Scotia and proceed to Cape Breton Island – the Scotland of North America via the Canso Causeway. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck to learn of the many accomplishments of this genius who made his home on the island. Arrive at our accommodations on the Bras d’Or Lake where we will spend two nights. Meals: B, D

We’re off to experience one of the most stunningly picturesque drives in North America. The Cabot Trail winds around the rocky splendour of Cape Breton’s northern shore, ascending to the incredible plateaus of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Look-offs offer unforgettable vistas of Cape Breton’s rugged coastline so be sure to have your camera ready and at hand. Also enjoy a Whale Watching Boat Tour (weather permitting). Meals: B, L, D

The Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site awaits us today. Words cannot do justice to this reconstruction depicting one fifth of the settlement of 1744 New France. Roam the streets and chat with authentically costumed guides. Proceed along the shore of the Bras d’Or Lake to the mainland, and back to Halifax for one last night in the Maritimes. Meals: B

Your tour concludes upon check out from the hotel. Extensions are possible if you would like to stay on longer in Halifax or add on a visit to Newfoundland and Labrador. Just ask. Meals: B

• 12 nights of accommodation (including four 2-night stays)
• 21 Meals, including 2 lobster dinners - B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner
• Welcome Reception
• Tour Director or Driver Guide
• Lobster Dinner Cruise on Shediac Bay
• Annapolis Valley Winery Tour & Tasting
• Peggy’s Cove
• Lunenburg – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island
• World famous Cabot Trail
• Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site
• 2 Whale Watching Boat Tours
• Joggins Fossil Cliffs – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Hopewell Rocks Ocean Tidal Exploration Site
• Fundy National Park
• Saint John City Tour including Reversing Falls
• St. Andrew’s by-the-Sea Day Trip
• Ferry from New Brunswick to Nova Scotia
• Grand Pre – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic
• Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre
• Anne of Green Gables Heritage Place
• Prince Edward Island National Park
• Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
• Cape Breton Highlands National Park
• Airfare to/from Halifax
• Meals other than indicated
• Items of a personal nature
• Tours or transfers other than indicated
• Airport transfers upon arrival/departure
• Applicable taxes

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Maritime Magic

10 or 14 Nights

By definition, Maritime means “connected to the sea,” and this is very true of the three provinces you will explore – New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island.

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10 or 14 nights' accommodations depending on your itinerary

10 or 14 day mid-size car rental with unlimited kilometers

A tour of the beautiful and historic city of Halifax

Admission to Pier 21, the Canadian Museum of Immigration

A traditional maritime Canadian lobster supper

Admission to the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic

One-way ferry crossing from Digby, NS to Saint John, NB

A scenic boat tour of the area: great for photographers!

Admission to the iconic formations at Hopewell Rocks

Visit vibrant cities and coastal towns where unpretentious hospitality awaits. Relax and rejuvenate on winding trails and sandy beaches. Your journey will take you along unique coastlines as you explore the very best this region has to offer. From the fishing village of Lunenburg to the Bay of Fundy to authentic Acadian culture in New Brunswick and the crimson beaches of Prince Edward Island to finally, one of the most scenic drives in the world, the Cabot Trail, “Maritime Magic” encompasses all this and more!

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10 Night Option – $2,879 14 Night Option – $3,989

10 Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Halifax, NS Day 2 & 3 – Lunenburg, NS Day 4 – Annapolis Royal, NS Day 5 – Saint John, NB Day 6 – Shediac, NB Day 7 & 8 – Charlottetown, PEI Day 9 & 10 – Halifax, NS

14 Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Halifax, NS Day 2 & 3 – Lunenburg, NS Day 4 – Annapolis Royal, NS Day 5 – Saint John, NB Day 6 – Shediac, NB Day 7 & 8 – Charlottetown, PEI Day 9 & 10 – Mabou, NS Day 11 – Ingonish, NS Day 12 – Charlos Cove, NS Day 13 & 14 – Halifax, NS

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• Explore Halifax's historic boardwalk
• Taste lobster and local ales in Halifax
• Kayak on the Bay of Fundy in Moncton
• Tour Magnetic Hill Winery in Moncton
• Discover Charlottetown's historic charm
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• Day 1 Halifax
• Day 2 Halifax to Moncton
• Day 3 Moncton
• Day 4 Moncton to Charlottetown
• Day 5 Charlottetown to Halifax
• Day 6 Halifax

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15 Must-Do Experiences in Atlantic Canada

By Stephanie Hood

Intriguing and alluring, Atlantic Canada (featuring New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island) calls travelers seeking authentic experiences in spectacular landscapes. From driving the world-famous Cabot Trail and kayaking along the coast to savoring local seafood and getting 'screeched in' by a local, follow along for 15 must-do experiences in Atlantic Canada. May this list inspire future travel plans and give you something to look forward to.

1. Witness the World's Highest and Lowest Tides

New Brunswick's Bay of Fundy is home to the world's highest and lowest tides, and Hopewell Rocks is the best place to witness its entirety. With the highs and lows happening twice a day, every day, you can kayak on the surface one moment and walk the ocean floor the next. The Rocks Provincial Park opens for the main travel season mid-May and continues to mid-October.

A good-to-know is that the time between high and low tides is 6 hours and 13 minutes. Tide tables are available to help plan your visit, or you can chat with one of our experts when booking our Wonders of the Bay of Fundy or History & High Tides packages.

2. Spot 10,000 Year-Old Icebergs

Plan to visit the northern coast of Newfoundland & Labrador in late May or June and you'll likely see massive icebergs cutting through the Atlantic Ocean. Breaking off from the ancient glaciers of western Greenland and Canada's Arctic, these behemoth's date back 10,000 years and can weigh as much as 10 million tons.

Unsurprisingly, such a sight attracts travelers from all over the world. Our Iceberg Alley Newfoundland tour ensures the very best viewing locations, plus you'll witness whales and the Atlantic Puffin on a boat excursion, wander small villages and feel utterly enchanted by coastal beauty. All in all, it's the perfect six-day drive to get a taste of Newfoundland & Labrador.

3. Road Trip the World-Famous Cabot Trail

The Cabot Trail is a bucketlist road trip that you simply must experience in Nova Scotia. Showcasing the natural beauty of Cape Breton Highlands National Park, this 186-mile highway follows the coast and delivers spectacular views with every curve. Get out of the car to discover one of 26 trails , ranging from easy strolls to challenging hikes, there are ample lookouts in every direction.

Looping the entirety of Cape Breton Island, the full drive takes approximately five hours, though we recommend setting aside at least a day as this doesn't account for stops (which, really, are the best part). Even if you're used to driving steep grades and curves, take it slow. There is much to see and less experienced drivers may hold you back in the single-lane sections.

4. Walk Into a Real Life Storybook

Designated as a World Heritage Site in 1985, Green Gables Heritage Place welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each year to the charming setting that inspired Lucy Maud Montgomery's book, Anne of Green Gables. Located in Cavendish, Prince Edward Island, fans can feel the story come to life as they visit this and several other museums and sites that share more of the story.

Another way to get to know Anne is by attending a show in Charlottetown. Anne of Green Gables - The Musical holds a Guinness World Record as the longest running annual musical, with 3.3-million viewers (and counting) since it first staged in 1965.

5. Enjoy Live Acadian Music at a Ceilidh

A ceilidh (pronounced 'kay-lee') is an exuberant old-school kitchen party in Nova Scotia where people play the fiddle, piano, bagpipes and guitars and dance, sing or tell stories. It's a great way to immerse in the community and feel the rhythm and way of life, and a trip to Atlantic Canada simply wouldn't be complete without attending one (or at least listening to some live music).

Online event calendars can often tell you when and where a ceilidh is happening, but if you can't find your way into one, there's always live acts. Visit The Carlton Music Bar & Grill in Halifax to toe-tap into the night, or come for the 9-day Celtic Colours International Festival that occurs on Cape Breton Island each October.

6. Whale Watch for 12 Different Species

Summer and early fall are the best times to go whale watching in Atlantic Canada, a place where 12 different species share the same waters. Have your breath taken away as one breaches the surface, and brace yourself for the loud smack and plume as their large body re-enters the sea. It's a majestic sight that awakens you to the beauty of mother nature, and is not to be missed.

Curious what you could see on a tour? Minke whales, pilot whales and fin whales are often sighted, as are the endangered North Atlantic Right whales. Humpback whales, blue whales and white-sided dolphins tend to be seen in the late summer months.

7. Find Your Acadian Joie de Vivre

Both French and English speaking, Acadians form one of the oldest and most important francophone communities in Canada. Arriving in North America some 400 years ago, they now make up one third of New Brunswick's population and celebrate their culture through their own music, literature and art.

Well known for their spirit, Acadians celebrate their culture each year on August 15, National Acadian Day. Communities big and small get decked out in blue, white, red and yellow (the colors of the Acadian flag) and take part in festivities like the Tintamarre. At this infectious parade, you can dance to the sounds of bells, horns, pots and wooden spoons to show your joie de vivre!

8. Swim in Canada's Warmest Salt Water

You may or may not believe it, but Canada's warmest salt water is along the Acadian Coast in New Brunswick. From about Dalhousie to Murray Corner, the waters can rise to 84 degrees Fahrenheit (29 degrees Celsius) in the summer, which is warmer than anything north of Virginia (and anywhere else in Canada).

This is all thanks to a combination of shallow water and The Gulf Stream flowing all the way up from Florida. The best places to dig your toes into the sand? Kouchibouguac National Park, Parlee Beach and Murray Beach provincial parks, plus Bouctouche Dune and Aboiteau Beach. Ask our experts to make time for one on your trip!

9. Drive Across the Longest Bridge in Canada

If you find yourself on our 18-day Grand Maritimes package, 14-day Atlantic Charm package or 11-day Acadia Adventure , you'll have a chance to drive across Canada's Confederation Bridge. At 8 miles (13 km) in length it's regarded as the longest bridge in the country, and the longest bridge in the world that spans over ice-covered water.

Connecting New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island, the bridge makes travel through the Maritimes all the more convenient. While long, it takes only 10 minutes to drive across, with a speed limit of 50 mph. Don't forget to snap some pictures while you have the chance , with ocean as far as the eye can see, it's a pretty spectacular crossing.

10. Experience the Singing Sands

Bringing you back to the beach (this time on Prince Edward Island), there is even more to see... or should we say hear? The beach at Basin Head is famous for its "singing sands", named for the high density of silica and quartz that squeaks when you walk on it.

While the sound is certainly mesmerizing it isn't the only draw to the beach, where sandy stretches, a boardwalk, play area, food and shower facilities make for an easy day of family fun. Pack a picnic lunch and take some time to explore the Fishery Museum, open 9-5 through the summer season.

11. Dig into World-Famous Shellfish

Calling all seafood lovers to Prince Edward Island! If you don't know, now you do: this tiny Canadian province is home to some of the planet's finest seafood. Dig into a smorgasbord of oysters, lobsters, mussels, clams and scallops at the International Shellfish Festival. Held this year from September 17-20, it's part of the larger PEI Fall Flavours Festival and showcases the ocean's salty best.

If your dates don't happen to align with the festival in September, don't fret. There are plenty of incredible seafood restaurants in the province that you can visit throughout the year. Try The Cork and Cast in Charlottetown to dine in a floating food court, or Dave's Lobster for what the Globe & Mail has dubbed "the best lobster rolls "In. The. World."

12. Explore a 1,000 Year-Old Viking Site

An archaeological site on the northernmost tip of the Great Northern Peninsula in Newfoundland, L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site has ancient and important stories to tell. With signs of Norse presence dating back 1,000 years it's the first known Viking encampment, showcasing the remains of what we know to be the first European arrival in North America.

While there, meet resident Vikings as part of your tour, explore the reconstructed encampment and listen to Vinland Sagas in the main hall. Try your hand at Norse iron forging, dying, wood working and textile weaving, or see original excavated artifacts as well as a replica faering boat. Consider our 8-day Viking Trail Newfoundland package to spend a full day at the site.

13. Get Close to the Sunken RMS Titanic

Considered one of the greatest marine disasters in recorded history, the sinking of the RMS Titanic occurred 700 nautical miles east of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Multiple ships from the area were sent to recover the bodies at sea, over one hundred of which are now buried in the city's Fairview Lawn Cemetary (including one very popular J. Dawson).

Travelers can learn more about the ship's past at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic , where pieces of the wreckage, records and artifacts like a child's shoes are permanently on display. Follow the story of Titanic's creation and demise, plus the key role that Halifax played in the disaster. It's unlikely that you'll ever feel quite as close to the wreckage as you will right here in Halifax.

14. Be the First to See Sunrise in North America

The average person sees 30,000 sunrises in their lifetime, but not all can say they were the first. As the most easterly point in North America, Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site in Newfoundland is the first place in the continent to greet the sun each morning, making for special memories (and beautiful photos!) that are more than worth waking early for.

Jutting out into the North Atlantic Ocean, Newfoundland actually has its own time zone an extra half-hour ahead of Atlantic time. Use this to your advantage with a visit to the Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site to learn the story of its keepers. For 150 years, generations of the Cantwell family would work to keep up the light as a beacon of safe passage.

15. Get 'Screeched In' by a Local

Before ending a trip in Newfoundland, you need to become an honorary Newfoundlander. The province's 'screech-in' tradition is nonobligatory, however it's a unique and fun thing to do involving a shot of screech (rum), a short recitation and the kissing of a cod (yes, that would be a dead fish). A few members of our team have been officially 'screeched in, so we're experts for a reason!

More than just a bit of fun, this is a great way to mingle with locals and share a laugh as you stumble through the steps. Ceremonies tend to take place in bars, at whale watching tours, in restaurants or people's homes, serving as a warm reflection of the hospitality you'll find in Atlantic Canada.

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18 DAYS – FLY TO HALIFAX AND RETURN FROM ST. JOHN’S

FEATURES A FREE DAY IN CHARLOTTETOWN Discover the spectacular scenery, historic landmarks, quaint fishing villages and friendly people of Canada’s eastern provinces.

DEPARTURE:  Leave from any city.  Join group in Halifax and return from St. John’s.

Begin your journey …

by exploring historical Halifax and scenic Peggy’s Cove in Nova Scotia.  Stop at Hopewell Cape the location of the highest tides in the world, view the Reversing Rapids, visit St. Andrews by the Sea and experience Magnetic Hill in New Brunswick.  Cross Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island where you find miles of beaches and the best lobster dinners.  Enjoy a free day in the beautiful historic city of Charlottetown before returning to Nova Scotia by ferry as you drive along the coast to Cape Breton Island.  Travel the scenic Cabot Trail, visit the Alexander Graham Bell Museum, Cape Breton Miners Museum and Fortress of Louisbourg before boarding the ferry to Newfoundland.  Follow the Viking Trail to Gros Morne National Park, a World Heritage Site and a land of magnificent fjord-like lakes and grand vistas.  Your journey continues across the heart of the island.  Visit the picturesque town of Trinity and Cable Station Provincial Historic Site at Heart’s Content as you journey to the capital, St. John’s.

• 2025 Departure dates
• 18 days |   September 5 | September 8
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• Region: Canada East
• Mode: Flight
• Passport Not Required

Home Cities to Halifax

(3 nights) Travel and Transfer Day. Your Exciting Holiday begins as you board your jet and fly to Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia.  Upon arrival, *TRANSFER to the centrally located Hampton Inn where you have been preregistered for a three-night stay.       *Airport Transfer included on this day only (See Included In Your Holiday for details).

A FREE DAY to adjust to Atlantic Daylight Time as you get acquainted with your hotel’s amenities and surroundings. Conveniently located, be impressed by the natural beauty of this harbourfront setting. Savour some fresh Atlantic flavours before meeting your fellow travellers this evening at an informal WELCOME MEET and GREET.

Start your day with an introduction to Atlantic Canada’s largest city during a GUIDED TOUR including the historic CITADEL.  Enjoy an interesting visit to the CANADIAN MUSEUM OF IMMIGRATION at PIER 21, where you have a chance to research the arrival of your ancestors. Pier 21 was the entry point for 1.5 million immigrants, war brides, displaced people, evacuee children and Canadian military personnel from 1928-1971.  The call of the ocean and beauty of the sea will lure you to PEGGY’S COVE for a late afternoon visit and INCLUDED DINNER.  With its lighthouse sitting on a massive granite ledge, this cove is a mecca for artists and photographers alike.  Return to Halifax for overnight.

Halifax to Saint John

“Spread your tiny wings and tour away” while at the ANNE MURRAY CENTRE in Springhill, hometown of Canada’s famous “Snowbird”.  Enter New Brunswick and stop in HOPEWELL CAPE, location of the highest tides in the world.  View the Flower Pot Rocks carved by the Fundy tides.  These peculiar formations are forested islands at high tide and resemble flowerpots at low tide.  Travel through FUNDY NATIONAL PARK and arrive in Canada’s Loyalist City, Saint John.

Saint John to Fredericton

Come witness the REVERSING RAPIDS where the Bay of Fundy’s highest tides pour, push and rise into the Saint John River to reverse its direction. Travel to ST. ANDREWS BY THE SEA, Canada’s first seaside resort.  Continue to Fredericton for overnight.

Fredericton to Charlottetown

(3 nights) Your morning drive through the rolling hills and dairy region of New Brunswick brings you to MAGNETIC HILL in Moncton. Test your sense of perception on how vehicles coast uphill! Visit the fishing village of SHEDIAC for a photo opportunity with the WORLD’S LARGEST LOBSTER. Cross the Northumberland Strait arriving in Prince Edward Island via CONFEDERATION BRIDGE. This curved, 12.9km (8 mile) long bridge is the longest in the world crossing ice-covered water. Tonight, experience a true “Island Tradition” at an INCLUDED LOBSTER DINNER (meal option available).  

Charlottetown

With a LOCAL GUIDE see the unique sights of the island including GREEN GABLES HERITAGE PLACE, CAVENDISH BEACH and CHARLOTTETOWN. The evening is free to relax or explore on your own! From strolling the waterfront to being entertained at Confederation Centre of the Arts, the options are sure to please.

A FREE DAY to enjoy historic Charlottetown!  Choose to follow the signs and storyboards of ‘tales of old’ while exploring historic Great George Street or watch for cruise ships while wandering the waterfront of Confederation Landing Park.  Tickle your taste buds along the way with one of many local flavours.

Charlottetown to Baddeck

Leaving Canada’s smallest ‘red-soiled’ province, travel to Wood Islands and board the FERRY to Caribou on the Nova Scotia mainland.  Drive across the Strait of Canso, the deepest causeway in the world, to arrive in Cape Breton Island.  Continue to the resort town of Baddeck, nestled along the shores of the Bras d’Or Lake.  Visit the ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL MUSEUM to see the many exhibits of this famous inventor who spent much of his life here. Savour a taste of Nova Scotia tonight at an INCLUDED DINNER.

Baddeck to Sydney

(2 nights) The spectacular scenery of Cape Breton Island unfolds during a circle tour of the CABOT TRAIL.  Enjoy picture stops and a PICNIC LUNCH as you travel through CAPE BRETON HIGHLANDS NATIONAL PARK with its coastal mountain peaks, quaint seaports and rugged coastline. Enjoy a DRIVING TOUR of Sydney on the way to your hotel for overnight.

Situated on one of Cape Breton`s most picturesque coasts, start your day with an underground excursion beneath the Cape Breton MINERS MUSEUM. Guided by a retired coal miner of the Ocean Deeps Colliery this is also home to the famous choir of miners – The Men of the Deeps. After lunch step back in time to the year 1744 and experience the French FORTRESS OF LOUISBOURG.  This National Historic Site is one of the largest reconstructions in North America. 

Sydney via Ferry to Port Aux Basques

Board the MARINE ATLANTIC FERRY in North Sydney for a six-hour crossing to Port aux Basques, Newfoundland for overnight. 

Port Aux Basques to Gros Morne to Deer Lake

Discover some of the world’s most spectacular scenery today as you leave the Trans-Canada Highway and travel to GROS MORNE NATIONAL PARK, designated a World Heritage Site.  The steep cliffs, deep lakes and quaint fishing villages are a photographer’s dream.  Tour the park’s DISCOVERY CENTRE overlooking Bonne Bay and enjoy lunch in Woody Point prior to arrival in Deer Lake for overnight.

Deer Lake to Gander

Continue to Gander, not only an important refueling stop for military aircraft crossing the Atlantic Ocean during World War II, it is the town that inspired the now-renowned musical ‘Come From Away’. With a LOCAL GUIDE, tour the AIRPORT and experience stories of the 9/11 tragedy from those who welcomed the world into their homes. Have fun this evening as you are treated to a unique SCREECH-IN CEREMONY and INCLUDED DINNER, the traditional “Newfoundland Welcome”.

Gander to Bonavista to Clarenville

Travel through TERRA NOVA NATIONAL PARK the most easterly of Canada’s national parks. Leave the Trans-Canada Highway as you travel to the interesting town of BONAVISTA.  Enjoy lunch in this beautiful waterfront setting before visiting the RYAN PREMISES National Historic Site which displays the history of the fishery and its impact on early life in this province.  Tonight, relax and share your favourite stories among friends during an INCLUDED DINNER.

Clarenville to St. John’s

(2 nights) Continue on the Trans-Canada Highway and travel east to the Avalon Peninsula.  Drive through Heart’s Delight and Heart’s Desire to the small town of Heart’s Content.  Visit the Heart’s Content CABLE STATION PROVINCIAL HISTORIC SITE, where the first transatlantic cable was landed in 1866.  Then travel through the villages of Carbonear and Harbour Grace to St. John’s, the provincial capital, for a two-night stay.  

St. John’s

A GUIDED CITY TOUR introduces you to one of the oldest European settlements in North America.  Drive the Avalon Peninsula to CAPE SPEAR, home of the oldest lighthouse in the province and the most easterly point on the continent.  From here you are closer to the British Isles than from anywhere else in North America. The rest of the day is free to shop and sightsee on your own.  This evening we invite you to a HOSTED FAREWELL DINNER, the perfect finale to a memorable touring adventure. 

St. John’s to Home Cities

Return home with fond memories of your Atlantic Canada journey. Arrival time at St. John’s Airport is dependent upon flight schedules. 

INCLUDED IN YOUR HOLIDAY : 

AIRPORT TRANSFER Included for Day 1 and Day 18 only .   If air travel is arranged prior to, or after tour dates – cost of transfer is at passenger’s expense .  

° HALIFAX – Airport transfer provided on Day 1 only, during the hours of 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Included in Your Holiday

• First class transportation on an air-conditioned, washroom-equipped motorcoach
• Quality accommodation and tax
• Services of an experienced Tour Director and Driver
• Baggage handling, one average piece per person
• Admission to attractions and sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary
• Ferry crossings as indicated
• Free day in Halifax
• Welcome Meet and Greet
• The Citadel
• Peggy’s Cove and Dinner
• Anne Murray Centre
• Hopewell Cape
• Fundy National Park
• Reversing Rapids
• St. Andrews by the Sea
• Magnetic Hill
• World’s largest lobster at Shediac
• Lobster Dinner
• Green Gables Heritage Place
• Cavendish Beach
• Free day in Charlottetown
• Alexander Graham Bell Museum
• Cabot Trail
• Picnic Lunch
• Cape Breton Highlands National Park
• Driving Tour of Sydney area
• Cape Breton Miners Museum
• Gros Morne National Park
• Discovery Centre
• Gander Airport
• Screech-in Ceremony and Dinner
• Terra Nova National Park
• Cape Bonavista
• Ryan Premises N.H.S
• Cable Station Provincial Historic Site
• Farewell Dinner
• Locally Guided City Tours as outlined in the itinerary:  Halifax, Charlottetown and area, St. John’s
• 19 Meals Include:  12 Breakfasts, 1 Picnic Lunch, 6 Dinners.

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Best of Atlantic Canada Two-Week Travel Itinerary

Two weeks is an excellent length of time for visiting each of Atlantic Canada’s four provinces and not feeling too rushed along the way. You could just spend the entire two weeks in the three Maritimes provinces, or only explore the far reaches of Newfoundland and Labrador, but this itinerary has it all.

Nova Scotia

After arriving in Halifax, settle in at a historic downtown B&B such as The Halliburton. Spend the afternoon taking in sights such as Halifax Citadel National Historic Site and the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic , and make dinner reservations at a waterfront restaurant.

Drive south through Peggy’s Cove (take the obligatory lighthouse photo) and Mahone Bay (browse the arts and crafts shops, eat lunch at Rebecca’s Restaurant ) to Lunenburg. There’s plenty to see en route, but arrive in time for an afternoon walk through the UNESCO-protected core of downtown, which is filled with colorful buildings. For the views alone, the Salt Shaker Deli & Inn is my favorite Lunenburg lodging.

Drive across to Annapolis Royal to explore the historic town and visit Fort Anne. Stop in Digby for a meal of plump Digby scallops and board the afternoon ferry for New Brunswick and an overnight at one of the lodgings within walking distance of Fundy National Park .

New Brunswick

Mornings are a delight in Fundy National Park, so plan on a coastal hike and then drive through to Fredericton. Here, the Historic Garrison District packs in the past (and art lovers will want to schedule a stop at Beaverbrook Art Gallery ), but the highlight of this day will be watching Loyalist history come to life at Kings Landing Historical Settlement. There’s no advantage to staying right downtown, so reserve a room at On the Pond.

Drive up the Saint John River, making a crossing at the Hartland Covered Bridge, then soaking up the wilderness of Mount Carleton Provincial Park en route to Miramichi. You’ll learn about Acadians and their struggles at Village Historique Acadien.

Prince Edward Island

Drive to Prince Edward Island via the Confederation Bridge. Check in early to Charlottetown’s Shipwright Inn and spend the afternoon on a rural jaunt through Cavendish, passing through Prince Edward Island National Park and stopping at Green Gables Heritage Place.

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Rise early to catch the ferry from Wood Islands to Caribou. Learn about the arrival of the early Scottish settlers at Hector Heritage Quay in Pictou, then drive through to Baddeck, on Cape Breton Island. Squeeze in a visit to Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site . Most rooms at Baddeck’s Water’s Edge Inn have balconies with views of the sun setting over the lake.

Spend the day driving the famously scenic Cabot Trail, choosing between hiking coastal trails, relaxing on the beach, and a whale-watching trip. Catch the evening ferry to Argentia (reserve a cabin for extra comfort).

Newfoundland

You’ll wake to your first views of Newfoundland as the ferry pulls into Argentia. There’s plenty to see on the way to the capital, including the archaeological dig at the Colony of Avalon . Once in St. John’s, head to The Rooms to learn about local history and Signal Hill National Historic Site for the views. Make reservations at Mallard Cottage for dinner.

Still feeling energetic? The lively downtown bars of George Street come alive after dark.

Head west, stopping at Trinity, a tiny fishing village where little has changed in over a century, en route to Gros Morne National Park , where during the long days of summer you have time for a walk through the Tablelands and can still be at Lobster Cove Head in time to watch the sunset. Gros Morne Cabins are a centrally located base in Rocky Harbour.

Join a morning boat tour of Western Brook Pond and drive north along the Northern Peninsula. Make sure to stop at Port au Choix National Historic Site and the thrombolites of Flowers Cove en route to Southwest Pond Cabins in L’Anse aux Meadows. Dinner at the Norseman Restaurant is a must.

Visit L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site, then drive to St. Barbe and put your feet up for a couple of hours on the ferry crossing to Labrador. Head north along the Labrador Straits to Mary’s Harbour. Park your vehicle and pack an overnight bag for the short boat trip to Battle Harbour, an “outport” (remote fishing village) that was abandoned in the 1960s, but where restoration efforts include a restaurant and an inn.

Return to the mainland and spend the day exploring this remote stretch of coast. Red Bay National Historic Site should definitely be on your itinerary, as should the lighthouse at L’Anse Amour. Catch the ferry back to St. Barbe and continue south to Port-aux-Basques in time for the evening ferry back to Nova Scotia.

Head Back Home

Arriving in North Sydney around dawn, you have plenty of time to make an afternoon flight home from Halifax. If you’re not flying out until the following morning, take Marine Drive along the Eastern Shore and spend the night along this remote stretch of coast, where Sherbrooke Village is a historical highlight and where the beaches of Taylor Head Provincial Park are perfect for a walk.

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