Highlights of The Maritimes
COACH TOUR: Discover the best of Canada’s Maritime Provinces on this 13-day escorted tour from Halifax, taking in the best of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Cape Breton Island and New Brunswick. Explore the Bay of Fundy and Saint John, search for fossils in Moncton and enjoy a whale watching cruise on a day trip to Saint Andrews by-the-Sea. Take in the stunning scenery of the Cabot Trail, tuck into the freshest lobster you'll ever eat, enjoy included wine tasting and visit the site of the historic Fortress of Louisbourg.
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Guiding Style
Coach tour (max 48)
Tour Overview
Duration
13 daysStarts
HalifaxEnds
HalifaxRange
HandpickedTour Guide
Yes - escorted by a tour leaderGroup Size
Min 2 / Max 48Minimum age
12 yrs, accompanied by an adultDeparts
TuesdaysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsCountries
CanadaArrival Transfer
NoDeparture Transfer
NoMeals included
Breakfast: 12, Lunch: 4, Dinner: 5Guiding Style
Coach tour (max 48)
Tour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Guiding Style
Coach tour (max 48)
Itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome to Nova Scotia
Day 1 - Welcome to Nova Scotia
Arrive in Halifax and settle into your accommodation, situated in the heart of this vibrant, cosmopolitan city on the Atlantic Ocean. This evening, join your tour guide and fellow travellers at a welcome meeting.
Day 2 - Moncton
Day 2 - Moncton
Halifax - Moncton. Discover the Bay of Fundy and experience the world's highest tides as you travel along its vibrant coastline towards New Brunswick. Along the way, visit the Joggins Fossil Cliffs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can view brilliantly exposed rock layers showcasing the most comprehensive fossil record of life from the "Coal Age," dating back 300 million years. Upon arriving in New Brunswick, indulge in an unforgettable culinary adventure with a delicious lobster dinner on a lobster boat. Finally, proceed to Moncton and settle into your downtown hotel for the night.
Day 3 - Moncton to Saint John
Day 3 - Moncton to Saint John
Moncton - Saint John. Discover a remarkable natural wonder this morning at the Hopewell Rocks along the Bay of Fundy coast. Be amazed by these towering flowerpot-shaped formations, crafted by the world's highest tides. Journey through Fundy National Park to visit Saint John, Canada's first incorporated city, located on New Brunswick's southern coast. Take an included city tour featuring the Reversing Falls, where the powerful tides of the Bay of Fundy cause the Saint John River to reverse its flow twice daily. Settle into your accommodations in Saint John for a two-night stay.
Day 4 - St Andrews by-the-Sea day trip
Day 4 - St Andrews by-the-Sea day trip
Saint John - St Andrews by-the-Sea - Saint John. Spend a day exploring the enchanting town of St. Andrews by-the-Sea, known for its picturesque coastal charm. Begin with an included whale watching boat tour, if weather conditions allow. Afterwards, enjoy the afternoon at your own pace, discovering the friendly locals, stunning architecture, and vibrant marine life in this seaside treasure. We return to Saint John for the evening.
Day 5 - Saint John to Digby
Day 5 - Saint John to Digby
Saint John - Digby. We take the ferry back to Nova Scotia this morning, arriving in Digby. Digby is renowned as the scallop capital of the world. Enjoy the fresh sea air as we check into our accommodation, which offers stunning views of the Annapolis Basin on the Bay of Fundy. Dinner is included this evening.
Day 6 - Return to Halifax
Day 6 - Return to Halifax
Digby - Halifax. Explore the verdant Annapolis Valley, where the French Acadians established their first settlement at Grand Pre in the early 1600s. Discover how this landscape has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where history and legend intertwine to tell the story of the Land of Evangeline. Enjoy a tour and tasting at a local winery, then head back to Halifax for the night.
Please note: Some travellers may be ending their tour in Halifax, and others may join our group for the next part of our tour.
Day 7 - Peggy's Cove & Lunenburg
Day 7 - Peggy's Cove & Lunenburg
Explore the rustic appeal of the famous fishing village of Peggy’s Cove, where you can have breakfast with a view of one of the world's most photographed lighthouses. Journey along the South Shore to the UNESCO World Heritage Town of Lunenburg, celebrated for its Grand Banks fishing schooner fleets. Enjoy a walking tour to immerse yourself in one of the best-preserved colonial settlements in the New World, and visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic to discover the town's renowned seafaring legacy. We spend another night back in the capital of Nova Scotia, Halifax.
Day 8 - Prince Edward Island
Day 8 - Prince Edward Island
Halifax - Charlottetown. Discover the Mi'kmaq culture at the Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre before we travel across the Confederation Bridge, the longest continuous multi-span bridge globally, to reach Prince Edward Island. Settle into your accommodation in Charlottetown and experience a theatre performance by local entertainers at the Confederation Centre of the Arts, with the possibility of a substitute performance depending on the theatre schedule.
Day 9 - Exploring Charlottetown
Day 9 - Exploring Charlottetown
Spend a leisurely morning exploring Charlottetown, the birthplace of Canada, or take part in a complimentary walking tour of the city. In the afternoon, embark on a guided tour of the picturesque North Shore of Prince Edward Island. Witness the stunning red cliffs, white sandy beaches, gently rolling sand dunes, and lush green fields of Prince Edward Island National Park. Visit the Anne of Green Gables Heritage Place, which inspired Lucy Maud Montgomery's beloved novels. In the evening, enjoy authentic Maritime hospitality with an included traditional hall-style lobster supper.
Day 10 - Cape Breton Island
Day 10 - Cape Breton Island
Charlottetown - Baddeck. This morning, we take the ferry across the Northumberland Strait, returning to Nova Scotia. We then head to Cape Breton Island, often referred to as the Scotland of North America, via the Canso Causeway. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck to explore the numerous achievements of this remarkable inventor who once lived on the island. Afterwards, we check into our accommodation overlooking Bras d'Or Lake, where we'll be staying for the next two nights. In the evening, enjoy a special sightseeing boat tour to view the stunning Bras d’Or Lake from the water.
Day 11 - The Cabot Trail
Day 11 - The Cabot Trail
We embark on a breathtaking journey through one of North America's most scenic routes by exploring the Cabot Trail. This drive takes us along Cape Breton's northern shore, revealing the rugged beauty of its rocky landscape and leading up to the magnificent plateaus of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Along the way, various lookout points provide unforgettable views of the island's dramatic coastline, so keep your camera ready.
Day 12 - Baddeck to Halifax
Day 12 - Baddeck to Halifax
Baddeck - Halifax. Today, we visit the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, an impressive reconstruction representing one-fifth of the 1744 New France settlement. Then, we continue along the shore of Bras d'Or Lake to the mainland, before returning to Halifax for our final evening in the Maritimes.
Day 13 - Halifax
Day 13 - Halifax
Our tour comes to an end today. Tuck into a final breakfast at the hotel before check out. We wish you a safe onward journey!
Guiding Style
Coach tour (max 48)
Tour Reviews
Guiding Style
Coach tour (max 48)
Extras and add-ons
If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.
Pre and Post Tour Accommodation
Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.
Post tour Accomodation - Halifax Airport
Double
Twin
Single
Pre tour Accomodation - Downtown Halifax
Double
Twin
Single
Pre tour Accomodation - Halifax Airport
Double
Twin
Single
Post Tour Accomodation - Downtown Halifax
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Twin
Single
Additional Excursions
Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.
Halifax Airport Transfer (Private Town Car/SUV)
$145
per passengerGuiding Style
Coach tour (max 48)
Hotels
If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.
Guiding Style
Coach tour (max 48)
Prices & Dates
All departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices shown are per person when there are 2 persons sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to all solo travellers, or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room. Single Rooms can also be booked by anyone wanting the comfort and privacy of their own room. There is no room sharing on this tour.
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