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Nova Scotia, Prince Edward & Cape Breton

8 days

COACH TOUR: Discover the highlights of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island on this 8-day group tour, starting and ending in Halifax. Explore the picturesque village of Peggy's Cove and the UNESCO World Heritage Town of Lunenburg. Learn about Mi'kmaq culture before crossing to Prince Edward Island. Tour Charlottetown and the scenic North Shore, including the Anne of Green Gables Heritage Place. Continue to Cape Breton Island, visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, and experience the stunning Cabot Trail. End with a visit to the Fortress of Louisbourg before returning to Halifax.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Tour Overview

Duration

8 days

Starts

Halifax

Ends

Halifax

Range

Handpicked

Tour Guide

Yes - escorted by a tour leader

Group Size

Min 2 / Max 48

Minimum age

12 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Sundays

Hotel Rating

3 star hotels

Countries

Canada

Arrival Transfer

No

Departure Transfer

No

Meals included

Breakfast: 7, Lunch: 1, Dinner: 3
Per person from
AUD$4,735.00
Total From
AUD$9,470.00
Deposit From
Final payment
AUD$1,000.00
$8,970.00

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Tour Highlights

Halifax - Start and end your Maritimes adventure in the captivating capital of Nova Scotia
Peggy's Cove - Discover this pretty coastal fishing village and journey along the stunning South Shore of Nova Scotia
Lunenberg - Enjoy an included walking tour in this well-preserved colonial settlement and visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic
Charlottetown - Cross the Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island, tour the North Shore, and visit the Anne of Green Gables Heritage Place
Baddeck - Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site and enjoy a sightseeing boat tour on Bras d'Or Lake
Cabot Trail - Marvel at some of North America's finest scenery, stopping often at viewpoints and for short hikes

Included

7 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 3 dinners (including 1 lobster dinner)
7 nights 3-star hotels
Escorted by an expert local tour leader (please note that tours departing on 8 June and 14 September 2025 will be bi-lingual, guided in French as well as English. All other departures are in English only).
All relevant transfers and transportation in a private coach
Ferry across the Northumberland Strait from Prince Edward Island - Nova Scotia
Guided sightseeing in Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island & Cape Breton Island
Sightseeing boat tour on Bras d'Or Lake
The Cabot Trail
Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site
Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go

Not Included

International flights & visas
Airport transfers
Other activities and services not mentioned
Tips for your tour guide - an entirely personal gesture!

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome to Halifax!

Arrive in Halifax and check in to our accommodation, conveniently located in the heart of this lively and cosmopolitan city on the Atlantic Ocean. This evening, join your tour guide and fellow travellers at a welcome meeting, to discuss our upcoming adventure.

Overnight: Halifax

Day 2 - Peggy's Cove & Lunenberg

Halifax - Peggy's Cove - Lunenberg - Halifax. Today, we experience the rustic charm of the famous fishing village of Peggy's Cove, where we enjoy breakfast with a view of one of the world’s most photographed lighthouses. We then journey along the south shore to the UNESCO World Heritage town of Lunenburg, renowned for its Grand Banks fishing schooners. An included walking tour allows us to explore one of the best-preserved colonial settlements in the New World, and we visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic to discover the town’s rich seafaring heritage.

Overnight: Halifax
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 - Halifax to Charlottetown

Halifax - Charlottetown. We can learn about the indigenous Mi'kmaq people at the Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre this morning, before we cross the Confederation Bridge. This is the world’s longest continuous multi-span bridge, taking us to Prince Edward Island. We settle into our Charlottetown accommodation for a two-night stay and enjoy a theatre performance featuring local talent at the Confederation Centre of the Arts (subject to change based on the theatre schedule).

Overnight: Charlottetown
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 - Prince Edward Island sightseeing

This morning is at leisure - you can enjoy a lie in, or head out to explore the capital of Prince Edward Island at your own pace. A complimentary walking tour of the city is offered too.

In the afternoon, we tour the picturesque north shore of the island, passing by stunning red cliffs, pristine white beaches, gently sloping sand dunes, and lush green fields within Prince Edward Island National Park. We also visit the Anne of Green Gables Heritage Place, which inspired Lucy Maud Montgomery’s beloved novels. In the evening, we enjoy true Maritime hospitality at an included traditional hall-style lobster supper. The freshest of the fresh, guaranteed!

Overnight: Charlottetown
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 - Charlottetown to Baddeck

Charlottetown - Baddeck. We take the ferry across the Northumberland Strait to Nova Scotia and continue to Cape Breton Island, often called the Scotland of North America, via the Canso Causeway.

Upon arrival, we enjoy an included sightseeing boat tour on the the beautiful Bras d’Or Lake. We are staying in the charming village of Baddeck for the next two nights.

Overnight: Baddeck
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 - The Cabot Trail

Baddeck - Cape Breton Highlands National Park - Baddeck. Today, we embark on one of North America’s most breathtaking drives as we explore the Cabot Trail. This route winds around the rocky beauty of Cape Breton’s northern shore and ascends to the remarkable plateaus of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Scenic lookouts offer unforgettable views of the island’s rugged coastline, so we’ll keep our cameras ready. We also visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, where we can learn of the many accomplishments of the genius who made his home on the island.

Overnight: Baddeck
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 - Baddeck to Halifax

Baddeck - Halifax. Today after breakfast, we visit the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, an impressive reconstruction representing one-fifth of the 1744 New France settlement. We travel along the shore of Bras d'Or Lake to reach the mainland, then return to Halifax for our final night in the Maritimes.

Overnight: Halifax
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 - Goodbye Nova Scotia

Our tour comes to an end today, after a final breakfast at the hotel and check out.

Meals: Breakfast

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

$405per passenger

Twin

$405per passenger

Single

$815per passenger

Pre tour Accomodation - Downtown Halifax

Double

$215per passenger

Twin

$215per passenger

Single

$425per passenger

Pre tour Accomodation - Halifax Airport

Double

$405per passenger

Twin

$405per passenger

Single

$815per passenger

Post Tour Accomodation - Downtown Halifax

Double

$215per passenger

Twin

$215per passenger

Single

$425per passenger

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 passenger

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.

Cambridge Suites Hotel Halifax
Halifax

Situated in the heart of downtown Halifax, this stylish hotel is just a 5-minute walk from local restaurants, shops, and the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, and a 12-minute stroll to the harbour. The contemporary rooms feature Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, and work desks, along with mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee makers. A relaxed restaurant offers regional dishes, while additional amenities include a rooftop terrace, fitness and business centres, guest laundry facilities, and event spaces.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel
Rodd Charlottetown
Charlottetown

A 4-minute walk from the Confederation Centre of the Arts, this refined hotel with an impressive lobby is also a 13-minute stroll from the Confederation Landing waterfront park. The bright, traditional rooms include complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, mini fridges, and coffee makers. The hotel features a restaurant and bar, a seasonal dinner theatre, and a rooftop terrace. Additional amenities include an indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness room, and a sauna.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel
Inverary Resort
Baddeck

This waterfront resort, which includes an 1850 hotel and cottages spread across 11 acres, is situated 2.1 km from the Whitney Pier Society for the Arts. The relaxed rooms in separate buildings are equipped with televisions and coffee makers. Guests can enjoy three on-site dining options, including a seasonal lakeside restaurant and a Celtic pub. Additional facilities include an indoor pool, a fitness room, and a sauna, as well as a spa with six treatment rooms. The resort also features a chapel and a lake activity centre.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel

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.

2025
Twin/Double
Single
22 Jun - 29 Jun
$4,735
$6,075
13 Jul - 20 Jul
$4,735
$6,075
27 Jul - 3 Aug
$4,735
$6,075
10 Aug - 17 Aug
$4,735
$6,075
31 Aug - 7 Sep
$4,735
$6,075
7 Sep - 14 Sep
$4,735
$6,075
21 Sep - 28 Sep
$4,735
$6,075
28 Sep - 5 Oct
$4,735
$6,075

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