Enchanting Canadian Maritimes

Day 1

Halifax

Fly into Halifax and make your way independently to your hotel. Embrace the fresh sea breezes and warm Nova Scotian hospitality in Halifax, your gateway to the easy exploration of Canada’s Maritimes. This evening, join your Travel Director at 6pm and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception.

Overnight: Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax or similar. Welcome dinner included

Day 2

Halifax

Join your Local Specialist for a morning tour of Halifax, including a guided visit to the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Explore Nova Scotia’s maritime history, from boatbuilding and World War convoys to the Titanic and the Halifax explosion. Next, enjoy a guided tour of the Citadel National Historic Site, built in the mid-18th century to protect the town from various threats.

Overnight: Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax or similar. Breakfast included

Day 3

Halifax – Baddeck

Discover the history and traditions of the Mi’kmaq people with a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®?Experience at the Millbrook Cultural and Heritage Centre. Cross the Canso Causeway to Cape Breton Island and arrive in Baddeck, a charming village named after the Mi’kmaq word “Abadak,” meaning “place with an island near.” Known for its cultural ties and coastal beauty, Baddeck also hosted Alexander Graham Bell, who built two summer homes here.

Overnight: Silver Dart Lodge or similar. Breakfast and dinner included

Day 4

Baddeck – Cape Breton Island – Cabot Trail – Baddeck

Today, take in the dramatic coastal views and stunning highland scenery that have long inspired artists as you journey through Cape Breton Highlands National Park. The unspoiled beauty and sweeping vistas along the Cabot Trail create a captivating backdrop. Keep an eye out for moose and bald eagles, and search for whales in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Later, return to Baddeck for some free time to explore the town.

Overnight: Silver Dart Lodge or similar. Breakfast and lunch included

Day 5

Baddeck – Woods Islands – Charlottetown, PEI

This morning, pay tribute to Alexander Graham Bell at the National Historic Site, exploring his inventions and legacy through artefacts and replicas. Then, cross the Northumberland Strait to Prince Edward Island, passing scenic landscapes to Charlottetown. “Your Stays with Stories” at the Rodd Charlottetown Hotel was built in 1931, features barrel-vaulted ceilings and a grand lobby. Tonight, enjoy dinner at the PEI Preserve Company.

Overnight: Rodd Charlottetown or similar. Breakfast and dinner included

Day 6

Charlottetown – Prince Edward Island National Park - Charlottetown

Join a Local Specialist for a tour of Prince Edward Island, starting with Prince Edward Island National Park and a visit to the iconic Green Gables, made famous by L.M. Montgomery’s books. Enjoy a step back in time during an exclusive Be My Guest lunch overlooking Brackley Bay. Hear the history of the property from Robbie Shaw, current owner of the island’s oldest running tourist accommodation, operated by his family for four generations.

Overnight: Rodd Charlottetown or similar. Breakfast and lunch included

Day 7

Charlottetown – Shediac – Hopewell Cape – Saint John

Travel to New Brunswick, crossing the Northumberland Strait via the impressive Confederation Bridge. Head to Shediac Bay, where your Local Specialist will guide you through the lobster industry and Acadian culture. Learn about traditional fishing techniques that shaped the region's way of life, then enjoy a lobster lunch served local style on board the boat (weather permitting). Continue south to the Bay of Fundy to witness the world’s highest tides. Join another Local Specialist to explore the eroded Hopewell Rocks and experience a rare chance to walk on the ocean floor (tide permitting).

Overnight: Hilton Saint John or similar. Breakfast and lunch included

Day 8

Saint John – Lunenburg – Halifax

Leave Saint John behind this morning and take a ferry across the Bay of Fundy to Digby. In UNESCO World Heritage Site Lunenburg, join a Local Specialist for a walking tour of 18th and Victorian architecture, with tales of local folklore. Visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic to explore Nova Scotia's fishing heritage and see Tall Ships. You might even catch a schooner launch or a wool-spinning demonstration. Continue to Halifax for a Farewell Dinner.

Overnight: Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax or similar. Breakfast and farewell dinner included

Day 9

Halifax

This morning, take in the fresh ocean air and the scenic beauty of Peggy's Cove on St. Margaret’s Bay, a favourite spot for painters and photographers. Return to Halifax around 12:00 pm, where you can head to Stanfield International Airport or choose to extend your stay in the city.

Breakfast included

Last day transfer will arrive at the airport at 12pm, please be aware when booking your flights that the departure flight should be no earlier than 3pm