Atlantic Maritimes Adventure
13 Days Starting and ending in Halifax, NS, Canada
Visiting: Halifax, Moncton, Saint John, St. Andrews, Annapolis Valley, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Baddeck, Cabot Trail
Tour operator:
Tour code:
1284
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 50
Age range:
15-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Tour Overview
Discover the rich heritage of the Atlantic Provinces, where Scottish, Acadian, and Native cultures are celebrated. Immerse yourself in quaint fishing villages of Nova Scotia and marvel at the rugged coastal landscapes of New Brunswick's Bay of Fundy. Experience breathtaking vistas, thrilling adventures, charming villages, and captivating cities. Don't miss the highlights of Prince Edward Island, Cape Breton, Bras d'Or Lake, St. Andrews by the Sea, Oak Island, and the scenic Cabot Trail
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Halifax
Location: Halifax
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Cambridge Suites, Halifax, or similar.
Arrive in Halifax and transfer independently to your centrally located hotel in this vibrant and cosmopolitan urban centre on the Atlantic Ocean. Meet your tour director and fellow travellers this evening at a welcome reception. Overnight in Halifax.
Day 2 : Halifax To Moncton
Location: Halifax, Moncton
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Crowne Plaza Moncton Downtown, Moncton, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Explore the Bay of Fundy and learn about the world’s highest tides as we travel the colourful coastline to New Brunswick’s bilingual city of Moncton.
En route, we visit the Joggins Fossil Cliffs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See magnificently exposed layers of rock revealing the world’s most complete fossil record of life in the “Coal Age” of 300 million years ago.
After crossing into New Brunswick, an unforgettable culinary experience awaits. We cruise the warm waters of Shediac Bay aboard a lobster boat, learn about the fishing industry and savour a delicious
Day 3 : Moncton To Saint John
Location: Saint John, Moncton
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Hilton Saint John or Delta Hotels by Marriott, Saint John, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
This morning, we visit the Hopewell Rocks on the coast of the Bay of Fundy, a true natural wonder and one of the highlights of this Canada Maritimes holiday package. Marvel at these massive flower-pot-shaped formations sculpted by the highest tides on the planet.
We travel through Fundy National Park to Saint John on the southern New Brunswick coast. After a Saint John city tour including the Reversing Falls, we check into our hotel for the evening. Overnight in Saint John
Day 4 : St. Andrews-By-The-Sea/Saint John
Location: Saint John, St. Andrews
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Hilton Saint John, Delta Hotels by Marriott, Saint John, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today we enjoy a day trip to St. Andrews-by-the-Sea, a picturesque coastal town whose quaint charm captivates every visitor.
After a whale-watching boat tour (weather permitting), the afternoon is yours to experience the friendly people, beautiful architecture, and rich marine life of this seaside gem at your own pace before we return to Saint John. Overnight in Saint John.
Day 5 : Saint John To Annapolis Valley
Location: Annapolis Valley, Saint John
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Digby Pines Golf Resort & Spa, Annapolis Valley, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy free time in Saint John this morning before we take the ferry back to Nova Scotia; be on the lookout for whales as we cross the Bay of Fundy.
Arrive in Digby, the scallop capital of the world, where the fresh sea air and passionate Acadian culture combine to form an enchanting and historically rich town. Overnight in Annapolis Valley.
Day 6 : Annapolis Valley To Halifax
Location: Halifax, Annapolis Valley
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Cambridge Suites, Halifax, or similar.
Today, we depart for Halifax, taking time to learn about the French Acadians who established their first settlement in the early 1600s. We enjoy a local winery tour and tasting before arriving in Halifax for the evening. Overnight in Halifax.
Day 7 : Halifax
Location: Halifax
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Cambridge Suites, Halifax, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Discover the rustic charm of Peggy’s Cove, a renowned fishing village. We will enjoy breakfast here.
Afterwards, we journey along Nova Scotia’s South Shore to the UNESCO World Heritage Town of Lunenburg, home to fleets of Grand Banks fishing schooners.
Take a walking tour to fully experience one of the most remarkably preserved colonial settlements in the New World, and visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic to learn about the town’s famous seafaring heritage. Overnight in Halifax.
Day 8 : Halifax To Charlottetown
Location: Charlottetown, Halifax
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Rodd Charlottetown or Delta Prince Edward, Charlottetown, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
En route to the bridge crossing to Prince Edward Island, we learn about Mi’kmaq culture at the Glooscap Heritage Centre & Mi’kmaq Museum.
Once only accessible by ferry, we cross over to Prince Edward Island via the Confederation Bridge – the world’s longest continuous multi-span bridge.
We are treated to true Maritime hospitality this evening at a traditional hall-style lobster supper before checking into our hotel for the evening. Overnight in Charlottetown.
Day 9 : Charlottetown/Prince Edward Island
Location: Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Rodd Charlottetown or Delta Prince Edward, Charlottetown, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a free morning at your leisure or join a complimentary walking tour of Charlottetown.
In the afternoon, we embark on a wider Prince Edward Island tour. The route passes red cliffs, white beaches, gently sloping sand dunes, and green fields as we make our way to Prince Edward Island National Park.
Before returning to Charlottetown, we visit the Green Gables Heritage Site, the alluring inspiration of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic Anne of Green Gables books.
We take in a theatre performance this evening by local entertainers at the Confederation Centre of the Arts (a substitution activity may be necessary due to the theatre schedule.) Overnight in Charlottetown
Day 10 : Charlottetown To Baddeck
Location: Baddeck, Charlottetown
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Inverary Resort, Baddeck, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, we board a ferry to cross over the Northumberland Strait back to Nova Scotia. We then proceed to ‘the Scotland of North America’, Cape Breton Island, via the Canso Causeway.
We visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck. Here, we learn about the many accomplishments of this genius who made his home on the island. Overnight in Baddeck.
Day 11 : Baddeck/Cabot Trail
Location: Baddeck, Cabot Trail
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Inverary Resort, Baddeck, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today’s journey takes us along one of the most stunningly picturesque drives in North America: the Cabot Trail. This route winds around the rocky splendour of Cape Breton’s northern shore, ascending to the incredible plateaus of Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
Look-outs offer unforgettable vistas of Cape Breton’s rugged coastline, creating perfect photo opportunities. Afterwards, we travel to the coast where we enjoy a whale-watching boat tour (weather permitting) before returning to Baddeck for the evening. Overnight in Baddeck.
Day 12 : Baddeck To Halifax
Location: Baddeck, Halifax
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Cambridge Suites, Halifax, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
We get a look into the early days of colonial life with a visit to the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site. The vivid history of the region comes alive in this accurate reconstruction of one of the major settlements of circa 1744 New France.
Roam the streets and chat with guides in authentic costumes. After our visit, we proceed along the shore of the Bras d’Or Lake to the mainland before continuing to Halifax for one last night in the Maritimes. Overnight in Halifax.
Day 13 : Halifax Departure
Location: Halifax
Meals Included: Breakfast
A time for last-minute shopping and farewells. Individual transfer to Halifax International Airport in time to check in for your return flight.
What's Included
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• 12-night accommodation in first-class hotels
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• 21 meals including 2 lobster dinners
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• Transportation by modern tour coach with an experienced tour driver
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• Meet & Greet
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• Joggins Fossil Cliffs – UNESCO World Heritage Site
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• Lobster Dinner Cruise on Shediac Bay
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• Hopewell Rocks on the Bay of Fundy
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• Fundy National Park and Fundy Trail Parkway
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• Saint John City Tour including Reversing Falls
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• St. Andrews by-the-Sea Day Trip
What's Not Included
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• Airfare unless specified in the tour itinerary
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• Laundry, optional excursions, and other items of a personal nature
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• Travel Insurance
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• Pre and Post Accommodation
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• Meet and Greet airport transfer service
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• Everything that is not mentioned in included
Check out our Q&As
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What currencies are required for this tour?
CAD
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Airport transfers are not included
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
The tour is a guaranteed departure
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Are flights included in this tour?
Airfare is not included
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
No
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, solo travellers are required to book a Single (Private) room.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2005
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Electronic Vouchers. These will be provided and attached to your booking (within the Documents section) aprox. 2 weeks prior to travel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, unfortunately that is not possible on our trips.
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Low Deposit
Omega Tours requires a minimum deposit of 500 CAD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of omega tours charges.
Up to 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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