Enchanting Canadian Maritimes

Enchanting Canadian Maritimes

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Tour Overview

Embark on the "Enchanting Canadian Maritimes" tour and discover the captivating beauty and rich history of Canada's eastern coast. Begin your journey in Halifax, exploring its maritime heritage and the iconic Citadel National Historic Site. Traverse the scenic Cabot Trail, marvel at the natural wonders of Cape Breton Highlands National Park, and delve into the cultural tapestry of the Mi'kmaq people. Experience the charm of Prince Edward Island, visiting the famed Green Gables and enjoying a traditional lunch with the Shaw family. Cruise the waters of Shediac Bay, savoring a lobster feast, and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lunenburg. With luxurious accommodations and seamless travel in a Wi-Fi-equipped coach, this tour offers an unforgettable blend of culture, nature, and history. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Explore Halifax, including the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic and Halifax Citadel National Historic Site.

  • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lunenburg and the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic.

  • Discover the legends and traditions of the Mi'kmaq people in Halifax.

  • Enjoy a scenic drive along The Cabot Trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

  • Experience the dramatic coastal views and highland scenery of Cape Breton Island.

  • Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck.

  • Cross the Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island and explore its National Park.

  • Cruise on Shediac Bay and enjoy a lobster lunch while learning about Acadian culture.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Hello Halifax

Location: Halifax

Accommodation: Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax

Accommodation Name: Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax

Meals Included: Dinner

Learn the art of living the good life as you brace yourself for crisp sea breezes and hearty Nova Scotian hospitality in Halifax, your launch pad to an effortless discovery of Canada’s Maritimes. Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers this evening for dinner.

Day 2: Discover the Maritime History of Halifax

Location: Halifax, Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Halifax, Citadel National Historic Site, Halifax

Accommodation: Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax

Accommodation Name: Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax

Meals Included: Breakfast

Join your Local Specialist for morning Halifax sightseeing followed by a guided visit of the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. From small craft boatbuilding to World War convoys, the days of sail to the age of steam, the Titanic to the Halifax explosion, you’ll discover the stories and people that defined Nova Scotia and its relationship with the sea. Then, go on a guided exploration of the Citadel National Historic Site, built in the mid-18th century to defend the town from various enemies.

Day 3: Hear the Legends of Nova Scotia Dive Into Culture Make Travel Matter

Location: Millbrook Cultural and Heritage Centre, Nova Scotia, Canso Causeway, Nova Scotia, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Baddeck, Nova Scotia

Accommodation: Silver Dart Lodge

Accommodation Name: Silver Dart Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Explore history and living traditions on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience discovering the legends of the Indigenous Mi’kmaq people during a visit to the Millbrook Cultural and Heritage Centre. Traverse the Canso Causeway to Cape Breton Island and arrive in the village of Baddeck. Named from the Mi’kmaq word “Abadak” meaning “place with an island near,” this coastal town is so cute that Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone, built two summer homes in town.

Day 4: Traverse the Cabot Trail

Location: Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cabot Trail, Gulf of the St. Lawrence, Baddeck

Accommodation: Silver Dart Lodge

Accommodation Name: Silver Dart Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Today, enjoy the dramatic coastal views and highland scenery offering an endless source of artistic inspiration as you wind through Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Unspoiled natural beauty and sweeping coastal vistas provide a mesmerizing backdrop for our drive along the Cabot Trail. Keep an eye out for moose and bald eagles as you travel in search of whales in the Gulf of the St. Lawrence. Return to Baddeck later for free time to explore the town.

Day 5: Tease Your Taste Buds on Prince Edward Island Stays With Stories

Location: Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown

Accommodation: Rodd Charlottetown

Accommodation Name: Rodd Charlottetown

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, pay tribute to one of the world’s most famous inventors at the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site getting a glimpse into his mind and seeing his inventions spanning airplanes and kites, to deaf education and artificial respiration. Unlock his legacy exploring artefacts, photos and full-scale replicas that mark his career as an engineer, inventor, scientist, and humanitarian. Then cross the Northumberland Strait to Prince Edward Island. Pass pastoral landscapes and gabled farmhouses en route to Charlottetown. Your Stays With Stories at the Rodd Hotel was built in 1931 and reflects such luxurious features as barrel-vaulted ceilings and a grand lobby. Tonight, enjoy a dinner at the PEI Preserve Company.

Day 6: Uncover the History of Prince Edward Island Connect with Locals

Location: Prince Edward Island National Park, Green Gables, Brackley Bay

Accommodation: Rodd Charlottetown

Accommodation Name: Rodd Charlottetown

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Join a Local Specialist for an exploration of Prince Edward Island, starting with Prince Edward Island National Park, and a visit to the literary landmark of Green Gables, made famous in the children's books by L.M. Montgomery. Step back in time to a simpler life over an exclusive Be My Guest experience lunch overlooking the beauty of Brackley Bay. Learn about the property’s history from the current proprietor of the island’s oldest running tourist accommodation, Robbie Shaw, run by the same family for four generations.

Day 7: Get Your Lobster Fix at Shediac Bay Dive Into Culture Connect with Locals

Location: Confederation Bridge, Shediac Bay, Bay of Fundy, Hopewell Rocks, Saint John

Accommodation: Hilton Saint John

Accommodation Name: Hilton Saint John

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Travel to New Brunswick, crossing the Northumberland Strait via the engineering feat that is Confederation Bridge. Head to the waters of Shediac Bay, where you’ll celebrate all things lobster with your Local Specialist. Get a closer look at Acadian culture while diving into the lobster industry, learning about old fishing techniques that helped shape the way of life of the region. Then, enjoy a delicious lobster lunch served local style on board the boat (weather permitting). Journey south to the Bay of Fundy in search of the world’s highest tides. Join another Local Specialist to visit the eroded Hopewell Rocks and enjoy a rare opportunity to walk on the ocean floor (tide permitting). Your overnight stop is in the port city of Saint John.

Day 8: See The Fishing Heritage Of Lunenburg Dive Into Culture

Location: Saint John, Digby, Lunenburg, Halifax

Accommodation: Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax

Accommodation Name: Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Leave the cliffs and coves of Saint John behind this morning to board a ferry to cross the Bay of Fundy to Digby. In UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lunenburg, join a tour with a Local Specialist walking past 18th century and Victorian architecture as your guide shares folklore and local facts. Then delve into Nova Scotia’s rich fishing heritage visiting the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic and see real Tall Ships. On any given day, you may see a launch of a model schooner or learn how to hook mats or spin wool. Continue on to Halifax to relive the highlights of your trip over a dinner with your fellow travellers this evening.

Day 9: Enjoy the Ocean Breeze at Peggy's Cove

Location: Peggy's Cove, Halifax

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning, breathe in the fresh ocean air and share in the inspiration enjoyed by painters and photographers who visit Peggy's Cove on St. Margaret's Bay. We arrive back in Halifax at approximately 12:00 pm, where you'll head to the Stanfield International Airport or consider extending your stay in Halifax.

What's Included

  • Expert Travel Director and Professional Driver

    An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included to guide and assist you throughout the tour.

  • Cherry-picked Hotels

    Stay in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted for quality and comfort.

  • Porterage and Restaurant Gratuities

    All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included in the tour package.

  • Hotel Tips, Charges, and Local Taxes

    All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are covered in the tour package.

  • Must-see Sightseeing and Surprise Extras

    Enjoy must-see sightseeing experiences and surprise extras during the tour.

  • Audio Headsets for Flexible Sightseeing

    Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing experiences.

  • All Transport and Transfers

    All transport and transfers as shown in the itinerary are included.

  • Luxury Air-conditioned Coach

    Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.

  • Optional Experiences and Free Time

    Optional experiences and free time are available for you to explore at your own pace.

  • On Occasion, Hotels of Similar Standard

    On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.

  • Flights

    Flights to and from the starting and ending locations of the tour are not included.

  • Visa Fees

    Visa fees and any related travel documentation costs are not included.

Dining Summary

  • 4 Dinner (D)
  • 8 Breakfast (B)
  • 3 Lunch (L)

Mode of Transport

Travel in luxury with a Wi-Fi equipped, air-conditioned coach, ensuring comfort as you explore the Canadian Maritimes. Enjoy seamless transfers and optional experiences, with all transport and transfers included in the tour package.

Accommodation

Experience a blend of historic elegance and modern amenities at the Rodd Charlottetown, enjoy the coastal charm of Silver Dart Lodge in Baddeck, and relax at the Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax and Hilton Saint John, offering comfort and convenience throughout your journey.

Dive into Culture

  • Baddeck: Dive Into Culture with a foot-stomping Ceilidh evening celebrating the Celtic heritage
  • Shediac: Head to the waters of Shediac Bay, where we'll celebrate all things lobster with our Local Specialist. Get a closer look at Acadian culture while diving into the lobster fishery, learning about old fishing techniques that helped shape the way of life of the region. Then, enjoy a delicious lunch of lobster served local style on board the boat (weather permitting).

Iconic Experience

  • Halifax: Join your Local Specialist this morning for Halifax sightseeing. Discover the history, people and places that have made Halifax one of North America's most unique and captivating destinations.
  • Maritime Museum of the Atlantic: Enjoy a docent-led visit of the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic located in the heart of Halifax's historic waterfront. From small craft boatbuilding to World War Convoys, the Days of Sail to the Age of Steam, the Titanic to the Halifax Explosion, you'll discover the stories, events and people that have come to define Nova Scotia and its relationship with the sea.
  • Halifax: Experience part of Canada's history on a guided tour of this 19th-century Citadel. Understand why this strategic hilltop location with a sweeping view of downtown Halifax was chosen as the fort destined to protect the city. Step back in time to learn what it was like for soldiers and their families to live and work in the historic fort.
  • Cabot Trail: Enjoy the dramatic coastal views and highland scenery offering an endless source of artistic inspiration as you wind along the Cabot Trail through the Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Unspoiled natural beauty and sweeping coastal vistas provide a mesmerizing backdrop and stops along the Cabot Trail.
  • Baddeck: Pay tribute to one of the world's most famous inventors at the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. Get a rare glimpse into the extraordinary heart and mind of a world-famous inventor whose genius helped shape the modern world.
  • Prince Edward Island: Join a Local Specialist for an exploration of Prince Edward Island and its natural beauty and charm, including a National Park adorned with sand dunes, beach grass and red sandstone cliffs.
  • Prince Edward Island: See why Prince Edward Island inspired the beloved children's classic Anne of Green Gables. Visit Green Gables Heritage place and blend the real life experiences of local author Lucy Maud Montgomery with images of the idyllic farmstead from her blockbuster 1908 novel.
  • New Brunswick: Travel to mainland New Brunswick over the engineering marvel Confederation Bridge. It is the longest bridge in the world over ice-covered waters and at its highest point, reaches 60 meters above sea level.
  • Hopewell Cape: Journey south to the Bay of Fundy in search of the world's highest tides. Join another Local Specialist and visit the magnificently eroded Hopewell Rocks Park and enjoy a rare opportunity to walk on the ocean floor (dependent on tides).
  • Lunenburg: Join a Local specialist and explore Old Town Lunenburg, a UNESCO World heritage site brimming with local history, folklore and 18th century and Victorian architecture.
  • Lunenburg: Delve into the rich fishing heritage of Nova Scotia when you visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic. The museum has floating vessels, an extensive aquarium, and a large exhibit complex.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides travel in a luxury, Wi-Fi equipped, air-conditioned coach, ensuring comfort as you explore the Canadian Maritimes. All transport and transfers are included in the tour package.

  • What type of accommodation can I expect on this tour?

    You will experience a blend of historic elegance and modern amenities at the Rodd Charlottetown, enjoy the coastal charm of Silver Dart Lodge in Baddeck, and relax at the Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax and Hilton Saint John, offering comfort and convenience throughout your journey. ...more ...less

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour includes breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals. Additionally, there are 4 dinners, 8 breakfasts, and 3 lunches included in the dining summary.

  • What cultural experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a foot-stomping Ceilidh evening in Baddeck celebrating Celtic heritage and a lobster experience in Shediac Bay where you learn about Acadian culture and enjoy a lobster lunch on board a boat.

  • What is the 'Be My Guest' experience in Charlottetown?

    In Charlottetown, you will join a member of the Shaw family for lunch at the oldest tourist accommodations on Prince Edward Island, which has been run by the family for four generations.

  • What is the 'Make Travel Matter' experience in Halifax?

    In Halifax, you will explore the legends and traditions of the Mi'kmaq people, including a multimedia presentation that provides an overview of Mi'kmaq history in their nature-themed theatre.

  • What is the significance of the visit to the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site?

    The visit to the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site offers a glimpse into the mind of one of the world's most famous inventors, showcasing his inventions and contributions to various fields such as airplanes, kites, deaf education, and artificial respiration.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1947

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

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Best tour I joined so far

14-Jan-2023

My first time with Trafalgar and I see no reason why I should not join them again.

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Very well planned trip with timely breaks during the coach ride..

08-Nov-2021

It was a well organized tour group and we hit lots of interesting and beautiful scenes. Like our previous trips with Trafalgar, tourists were treated with well manner and professional tour guide/director, making our trip very enjoyable and delightful!

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14-Jan-2023

We really did see the best of Egypt and beyond. Our tour guide, Mohammad, guided us through the rich history and the urban and rural life of such a unique and delightful country. We felt very safe and pampered.

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06-Nov-2021

It was my first time with Trafalgar Tour and I had a wonderful trip from day 1 till the last day. The Tour Director, Yocel Atik is very knowledgeable and Excellent. The health director and coach driver are helpful and supportive as well. The hotels selected were comfortable especially Rixos Hotel and Movenpick Hotel. The Best of Turkey is better than I expected. ...more ...less

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  • Low Deposit

    Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.

    Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.

    At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Enchanting Canadian Maritimes

9 Days Starting and ending in Halifax, Canada

Visiting: Halifax, Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Halifax, Citadel National Historic Site, Halifax, Millbrook Cultural and Heritage Centre, Nova Scotia, Canso Causeway, Nova Scotia, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cabot Trail, Gulf of the St. Lawrence, Baddeck, Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island National Park, Green Gables, Brackley Bay, Confederation Bridge, Shediac Bay, Bay of Fundy, Hopewell Rocks, Saint John, Digby, Lunenburg, Peggy's Cove ...more ...less

Tour operator:

Trafalgar

Tour code:

DMMAAZM20

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Boat/Cruise Excursion

From: $3750 $3572 (USD) Operator discount: -$178

NB: Prices correct on 27-Mar-2025 but subject to change.