Canadian Maritimes Provinces

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Day 1: Arrival in Halifax, Nova Scotia

• Arrive at Halifax Airport

  Land in the vibrant capital of Nova Scotia and meet your tour coordinator.

• Check-in to downtown hotel

  Settle in at a comfortable, centrally located hotel with easy access to waterfront sites.

• Welcome dinner

  Enjoy a group meal featuring fresh Atlantic seafood and Maritime hospitality.

• Evening stroll along Halifax Harbourwalk

  A relaxed introduction to the city's charming boardwalk and coastal views.

Overnight: Halifax

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Day 2: Explore Halifax & Peggy’s Cove

• Breakfast at hotel

  Start the day with a hearty breakfast before exploring.

• Visit Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse

  Tour one of Canada’s most iconic and photographed lighthouses perched on rugged rocks.

• Lunch in the village

  Enjoy chowder or lobster rolls in a cozy coastal café.

• Citadel National Historic Site

  Discover Halifax’s star-shaped fortress and learn about 19th-century military life.

• Maritime Museum of the Atlantic (optional)

  See shipwreck relics, Titanic artifacts, and maritime exhibits.

Overnight: Halifax

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Day 3: Travel to Prince Edward Island

• Drive to Pictou, NS

  Journey through Nova Scotia’s countryside toward the ferry terminal.

• Ferry ride to PEI

  Enjoy scenic views on the relaxing ferry across the Northumberland Strait.

• Coastal drive to Cavendish

  Take in PEI’s rolling farmland, red soil, and picturesque coastline.

• Visit Green Gables Heritage Place

  Step into the world of Anne of Green Gables and Lucy Maud Montgomery.

• Check-in to hotel in Charlottetown

  Settle into accommodations in PEI’s charming capital.

• Explore Victoria Row

  Browse shops, listen to live music, or relax with local ice cream.

Overnight: Charlottetown

Day 4: Prince Edward Island Highlights

• Prince Edward Island National Park

  Walk along dramatic red cliffs, sand dunes, and beaches.

• Traditional lobster supper

  Feast on a PEI specialty with all the Maritime fixings.

• Visit a local farm or lighthouse

  Learn about the island’s potato industry or coastal history.

• Evening in Charlottetown

  Free time for shopping or catching a show at the Confederation Centre of the Arts.

Overnight: Charlottetown

Day 5: Travel to Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia

• Cross Confederation Bridge

  Drive across this engineering marvel spanning 12.9 km over the sea.

• Stop for lunch en route

  Break for a casual meal in a friendly Nova Scotia town.

• Enter Cape Breton via Canso Causeway

  Arrive on the island known for its Celtic heritage and dramatic landscapes.

• Check-in to Baddeck hotel

  Relax in this lakeside town nestled in the heart of Cape Breton.

• Alexander Graham Bell Museum (optional)

  Explore the life and inventions of the famous scientist who summered here.

Overnight: Baddeck

Day 6: Cabot Trail Scenic Drive

• Drive the Cabot Trail

  Take a full-day loop through Cape Breton Highlands, with panoramic ocean and mountain views.

• Photo & hiking stops

  Pause at scenic lookouts and explore short trails like the famous Skyline Trail.

• Cultural visit with Mi’kmaq community

  Learn about Indigenous traditions and stories.

• Lunch at a coastal inn or picnic

  Enjoy local cuisine surrounded by nature.

• Return to Baddeck

  Relax after an unforgettable day with a group dinner or storytelling session.

Overnight: Baddeck

Day 7: Travel to New Brunswick via Fundy Coast

• Drive southwest toward New Brunswick

  Journey through forested highlands and Acadian towns.

• Visit Hopewell Rocks

  Walk among towering flowerpot rock formations carved by the Bay of Fundy’s record-breaking tides.

• Explore Fundy National Park

  Option to enjoy a light trail walk or scenic lookout.

• Stop in Alma or Saint John

  Grab a snack, souvenir, or coastal photo in these seaside communities.

• Check-in to hotel in Moncton or Saint John

  Rest after a scenic day of travel.

Overnight: Moncton or Saint John

Day 8: Departure Day

• Free morning or short city tour

  Depending on departure times, enjoy a relaxed stroll, local café, or nearby sights.

• Transfer to airport

  Group transportation provided to Moncton or Halifax Airport for flights home.

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