September 14-24, 2010
Discover Canada’s Maritime Provinces and experience amazing scenery and a blend of natural & cultural treasures and historical sites.Day 1: To Edmundston, NB
Today we depart for our Atlantic Canada adventure traveling through the province of Quebec and through the Saint John River Valley enroute to New Brunswick. We will overnight at the Clarion Hotel & Suites in Edmundston.
Day 2: To Saint John, NB
Our travels continue along the scenic Saint John River Valley. We’ll view the world’s longest covered bridge in Hartland and make a stop in Fredericton for a guided visit of Kings Landing Historical Settlement followed by lunch on your own. Nestled in a majestic setting, this award winning living history village depicts the one hundred year transformation of a young colony into a vibrant nation. Later this afternoon we will continue on to Saint John for our overnight. (B)
Day 3: To Charlottetown, PEI
This morning, after breakfast, we will visit one of New Brunswick’s most intriguing attractions, Hopewell Rocks, where the power of the Bay of Fundy tides has formed enormous “flower pots.” Continuing on our way, we will cross over the world’s longest, continuous multi-span bridge to Prince Edward Island, home of Anne of Green Gables, viewing red soil, sand dunes and green fields enroute to the home of Confederation - Charlottetown. Our afternoon arrival will give us a chance to check into the Rodd Royalty Hotel in Charlottetown, our home for the next two nights. Tonight enjoy a live theatre production at the Charlottetown Festival Theatre. (B)
Day 4: Charlottetown, PEI
Our day will include a full day tour with a local guide touring Charlottetown and the Island. We’ll visit Province House, Cavendish Beach, the National Park, Anne of Green Gables Museum, PEI Preserve Company and historic Charlottetown. Tonight join your Tour Director and traveling companions for a traditional “Lobster” dinner at the Fisherman’s Wharf, a maritime favourite. (An alternate menu selection will be available). (B,D)
Day 5: Charlottetown to Sydney, NS
Early morning departure finds us cruising from Prince Edward Island to Nova Scotia via the Woods Island Ferry. We will cross over the Canso Causeway as we enter Cape Breton Island. You will enjoy the scenic drive alongside the Bras D’or Lakes enroute to the National Historic Fortress of Louisbourg. Tonight we will overnight in Sydney at the Days Inn Hotel. (B)
Day 6: Cabot Trail, NS | Baddeck | Port Hawkesbury, NS
Today we will drive along the famous Cabot Trail, a scenic, 300 km circle tour of the eastern and western shores of Cape Breton Island and the picturesque Margaree Valley. We will make a stop at the Alexander Graham Bell Museum before arriving in Port Hawkesbury at the Maritime Inn for our overnight. (B)
Day 7: To Halifax, NS
Enjoy the great beauty of the Maritimes as we travel to Halifax. Our early arrival will give us the opportunity to visit downtown Halifax and the “Historic Properties.” We’ll overnight the next two evenings at the Holiday Inn Select, or similar. (B)
Day 8: Halifax, NS
Today we enjoy a tour of Halifax with a local guide and a drive along the coast to romantic Peggy’s Cove, a photographer’s delight. During your tour you’ll experience Pier 21 and the significant role it played in Canadian History. Enjoy a leisurely evening dining in Halifax or perhaps visit the Waterfront Casino to “Challenge Your Luck.” (B)
Day 9: To Moncton, NB
After breakfast we bid farewell to Halifax and will travel along the Veterans Memorial highway enroute to Moncton, New Brunswick. Overnight at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. (B)
Day 10: Riviere-du-Loup, PQ
After breakfast we bid farewell to the province of New Brunswick and continue on to the province of Quebec where we will overnight in Riviere-du-Loup at the Auberge de la Pointe. (B)
Day 11: To Ottawa, ON
We depart Riviere du Loup along the southern shore of the St. Lawrence making a brief stop in the wood carving capital of St. Jean Port Joli. Enjoy lunch and browsing in Quebec City before making our way back to Ontario with an arrival early evening into Ottawa. (B)
Twin $1958. Triple $1715. Quad $1665. Single $2795.
Cost per PersonYour Ultimate Holiday Experience Includes:
- Transportation aboard Deluxe Motorcoach
- 10 Nights Accommodation
- 10 Full Breakfasts
- 1 Traditional “Lobster” Dinner
- Reserved seating to a live theatre performance at the Charlottetown Festival Theatre
- Guided tours of Charlottetown and the Island and Halifax
- Visit to St. Jean Port Joli Wood Carving Capital
- Scenic drive across the Confederation Bridge
- Visit to Peggy’s Cove
- Guided Tour at Hopewell Rocks
- Admission to Pier 21 in Halifax
- Visit to Magnetic Hill, Reversing Falls and the Hartland Covered Bridge
- Full Day Scenic Drive along the Cabot Trail
- Admission to Kings Landing Historical Settlement, Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, Alexander Graham Bell Museum, Home of Anne of Green Gables, Green Gables Museum, Province House, Cavendish Beach and the National Park
- Wood Islands Ferry Crossing
- Bellman’s Gratuities for 1 piece of luggage
- Services of an Ottawa Valley Tour Director
- All Taxes
