Highlights of The Maritimes - 13 days

Highlights of The Maritimes - 13 days

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Highlights of The Maritimes - 13 days

13 Days Starting and ending in Halifax, Canada

Visiting: Halifax, Moncton, Saint John, Digby, Peggy's Cove, Charlottetown, Baddeck, Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 48

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

12-110

Tour operated in:

English , French
From: $5095

NB: Prices correct on 07-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 13-day journey through the enchanting Maritimes of Canada, starting and ending in the vibrant city of Halifax, Nova Scotia. This small group tour offers a rich tapestry of experiences, from savoring a lobster dinner aboard a traditional boat in Moncton to exploring the UNESCO-listed Joggins Fossil Cliffs. Discover the natural wonders of Saint John, including the iconic Reversing Falls, and enjoy a whale-watching cruise in St Andrews by-the-Sea. Traverse the stunning landscapes of Cape Breton Island via the Cabot Trail, and delve into the cultural heritage of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. With guided tours, scenic ferry rides, and delightful culinary experiences, this tour promises an unforgettable exploration of Canada's coastal treasures. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, expert guidance, and the camaraderie of fellow travelers as you uncover the highlights of the Maritimes.

Highlights

  • Halifax - Start and finish your journey in the charming coastal capital of Nova Scotia.

  • Moncton - Enjoy a lobster dinner aboard a traditional lobster boat and visit the UNESCO-listed Joggins Fossil Cliffs.

  • Saint John - Explore city highlights including the iconic Reversing Falls on a guided sightseeing tour.

  • St Andrews by-the-Sea - Spot whales and dolphins on an included cruise, weather permitting.

  • Peggy's Cove - Discover this picturesque coastal fishing village and journey along the stunning South Shore of Nova Scotia.

  • Charlottetown - Spend two nights in the capital of Prince Edward Island, with a guided walking tour and free time to explore.

  • Cape Breton Island - Explore the charming Baddeck village, enjoy a boat tour on Bras d'Or Lake, and visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site.

  • Cabot Trail - Marvel at some of North America's finest scenery, stopping often at viewpoints and for short hikes.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Halifax

Location: Halifax

Accommodation Name: hotel

Arrive in Halifax and settle into your accommodation, situated in the heart of this vibrant, cosmopolitan city on the Atlantic Ocean. This evening, join your tour guide and fellow travellers at a welcome meeting.

Day 2: Moncton

Location: Moncton

Accommodation Name: downtown hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Halifax - Moncton. Discover the Bay of Fundy and experience the world's highest tides as you travel along its vibrant coastline towards New Brunswick. Along the way, visit the Joggins Fossil Cliffs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can view brilliantly exposed rock layers showcasing the most comprehensive fossil record of life from the "Coal Age," dating back 300 million years. Upon arriving in New Brunswick, indulge in an unforgettable culinary adventure with a delicious lobster dinner on a lobster boat. Finally, proceed to Moncton and settle into your downtown hotel for the night.

Day 3: Saint John

Location: Saint John

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Moncton - Saint John. Discover a remarkable natural wonder this morning at the Hopewell Rocks along the Bay of Fundy coast. Be amazed by these towering flowerpot-shaped formations, crafted by the world's highest tides. Journey through Fundy National Park to visit Saint John, Canada's first incorporated city, located on New Brunswick's southern coast. Take an included city tour featuring the Reversing Falls, where the powerful tides of the Bay of Fundy cause the Saint John River to reverse its flow twice daily. Settle into your accommodations in Saint John for a two-night stay.

Day 4: Saint John

Location: Saint John

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Saint John - St Andrews by-the-Sea - Saint John. Spend a day exploring the enchanting town of St. Andrews by-the-Sea, known for its picturesque coastal charm. Begin with an included whale watching boat tour, if weather conditions allow. Afterwards, enjoy the afternoon at your own pace, discovering the friendly locals, stunning architecture, and vibrant marine life in this seaside treasure. We return to Saint John for the evening.

Day 5: Digby

Location: Digby

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Saint John - Digby. We take the ferry back to Nova Scotia this morning, arriving in Digby. Digby is renowned as the scallop capital of the world. Enjoy the fresh sea air as we check into our accommodation, which offers stunning views of the Annapolis Basin on the Bay of Fundy. Dinner is included this evening.

Day 6: Halifax

Location: Halifax

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Digby - Halifax. Explore the verdant Annapolis Valley, where the French Acadians established their first settlement at Grand Pre in the early 1600s. Discover how this landscape has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where history and legend intertwine to tell the story of the Land of Evangeline. Enjoy a tour and tasting at a local winery, then head back to Halifax for the night.





Please note: Some travellers may be ending their tour in Halifax, and others may join our group for the next part of our tour.

Day 7: Peggy's Cove

Location: Peggy's Cove

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Explore the rustic appeal of the famous fishing village of Peggy’s Cove, where you can have breakfast with a view of one of the world's most photographed lighthouses. Journey along the South Shore to the UNESCO World Heritage Town of Lunenburg, celebrated for its Grand Banks fishing schooner fleets. Enjoy a walking tour to immerse yourself in one of the best-preserved colonial settlements in the New World, and visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic to discover the town's renowned seafaring legacy. We spend another night back in the capital of Nova Scotia, Halifax.

Day 8: Charlottetown

Location: Charlottetown

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Halifax - Charlottetown. Discover the Mi'kmaq culture at the Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre before we travel across the Confederation Bridge, the longest continuous multi-span bridge globally, to reach Prince Edward Island. Settle into your accommodation in Charlottetown and experience a theatre performance by local entertainers at the Confederation Centre of the Arts, with the possibility of a substitute performance depending on the theatre schedule.

Day 9: Charlottetown

Location: Charlottetown

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Spend a leisurely morning exploring Charlottetown, the birthplace of Canada, or take part in a complimentary walking tour of the city. In the afternoon, embark on a guided tour of the picturesque North Shore of Prince Edward Island. Witness the stunning red cliffs, white sandy beaches, gently rolling sand dunes, and lush green fields of Prince Edward Island National Park. Visit the Anne of Green Gables Heritage Place, which inspired Lucy Maud Montgomery's beloved novels. In the evening, enjoy authentic Maritime hospitality with an included traditional hall-style lobster supper.

Day 10: Baddeck

Location: Baddeck

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Charlottetown - Baddeck. This morning, we take the ferry across the Northumberland Strait, returning to Nova Scotia. We then head to Cape Breton Island, often referred to as the Scotland of North America, via the Canso Causeway. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck to explore the numerous achievements of this remarkable inventor who once lived on the island. Afterwards, we check into our accommodation overlooking Bras d'Or Lake, where we'll be staying for the next two nights. In the evening, enjoy a special sightseeing boat tour to view the stunning Bras d’Or Lake from the water.

Day 11: Baddeck

Location: Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We embark on a breathtaking journey through one of North America's most scenic routes by exploring the Cabot Trail. This drive takes us along Cape Breton's northern shore, revealing the rugged beauty of its rocky landscape and leading up to the magnificent plateaus of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Along the way, various lookout points provide unforgettable views of the island's dramatic coastline, so keep your camera ready.

Day 12: Halifax

Location: Halifax

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Baddeck - Halifax. Today, we visit the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, an impressive reconstruction representing one-fifth of the 1744 New France settlement. Then, we continue along the shore of Bras d'Or Lake to the mainland, before returning to Halifax for our final evening in the Maritimes.

Day 13: Halifax

Location: Halifax

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Our tour comes to an end today. Tuck into a final breakfast at the hotel before check out. We wish you a safe onward journey!

What's Included

  • 12 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 5 dinners (including 2 lobster dinners)

  • 12 nights 3-4 star hotels

  • Escorted by an expert local tour leader (please note that tours departing on 3 June and 9 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 transfers from Saint John - Digby and Charlottetown - Halifax

  • Guided sightseeing at Saint John, Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, Prince Edward Island and the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site

  • Lobster Dinner Cruise on Shediac Bay

  • Whale watching tour (weather permitting)

  • Annapolis Valley Winery Tour & Tasting

  • Baddeck Sightseeing Boat Tour

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What's Not Included

  • International flights & visas

  • Airport transfers

  • Any meals or drinks not specified in the inclusions

  • Tips for your tour guide - an entirely personal gesture!

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with all relevant transfers and transportation in a private coach, including ferry transfers from Saint John to Digby and Charlottetown to Halifax.

Accommodation

Enjoy 12 nights in comfortable 3-4 star hotels, providing a relaxing retreat after each day's adventures across the Maritimes.

Age Policy

Min:12yrs, accompanied by an adult / Max:110

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of meals are included in the tour?

    The tour includes 12 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 5 dinners, with two of the dinners being lobster dinners.

  • Is there a bilingual option for the tour?

    Yes, tours departing on 3 June and 9 September 2025 will be bilingual, guided in both French and English. All other departures are in English only.

  • What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 12 nights in 3-4 star hotels.

  • Are there any special activities included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes a lobster dinner cruise on Shediac Bay, a whale watching tour (weather permitting), an Annapolis Valley winery tour and tasting, and a Baddeck sightseeing boat tour.

  • What is the age policy for this tour?

    The minimum age is 12 years, and participants must be accompanied by an adult. The maximum age is 110 years.

  • Will there be any guided tours during the trip?

    Yes, there are guided sightseeing tours in Saint John, Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, Prince Edward Island, and the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site.

  • What transportation is included in the tour?

    All relevant transfers and transportation are provided in a private coach, along with ferry transfers from Saint John to Digby and Charlottetown to Halifax.

  • Is the tour operated solely by On The Go Tours?

    No, this tour is operated in conjunction with a trusted partner, and you will join travelers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

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

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Nicola Hodgkinson (Google Reviewer)  

Recently returned from Greece, a...

07-May-2024

Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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I have just returned from my tour with On The Go and it was an amazing trip! From arriving at the airport and meeting the OTG representative, everything was well organised and hassle free.  Our tour guide was Amir. He is awesome!! From the beginning he was so friendly and enthusiastic about showing us around Egypt, giving us loads of information at each place and time to explore ourselves. Learnt so much from him about this fascinating place, and he was always happy to answer more questions.   The trip itself was amazing. There's lots of travelling on this trip, but it's really not too bad, and the sights you see when you get to where you are going are worth it. I'm not a big fan of boats, but the Felluca ride across the Nile was pretty fun too.  On the first day I also did the optional tour of Cairo with Ahmed Helal - another excellent guide from OTG. It's worth doing this add on as you don't spend much time in Cairo, and you go to three very different places.  I'm so glad that I decided to do this trip. It was just ace.  If you're thinking about it too, you should probably just book it. And hopefully you get Amir as your guide.

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TOTALLY MOROCCO We booked a 9...

26-Feb-2023

TOTALLY MOROCCO We booked a 9 day tour of Morocco visiting many main cities and places of interest. The coach was very comfortable and we felt safe with the driver Suliman. The guide was Hicham Touraouine and he was fantastic. He spoke perfect English as well as French, Arabic and Berber. He was so kind and considerate and made a good tour great. We particularly enjoyed ‘glamming in the Sahara Desert. So much to see and do and great food and company. We would definitely use On The Go Tours again, especially if Hicham was the guide. Paul & Penny

Joyce Heitler (Google Reviewer)  

I would give this tour...

09-May-2024

I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

Sarah Paterson (Google Reviewer)  

Terrible tour of India. For...

27-Dec-2023

Terrible tour of India. For some reason On the Go hadn't realised that my room mate had booked her own room for the first night of tour. So the hotel in Delhi had tried to put me in her room after midnight, by wheeling in an extra bed. She went Crazy!! I then had to sit in hotel reception for hours. While the tour guide said he couldn't find me a room. Throughout the tour the guide consistently ask me and my room mate for money for my room, causing more friction between us. Don't book with this company had the worst experience ever. Go with Intrepid or G Adventure

brandy hoffman (Google Reviewer)  

I had used them once...

09-Aug-2023

I had used them once before and loved them. I decided to try them again for a Baltic tour not knowing that they put me on another Tour group- Baltic vision. Loved that tour but was not impressed they marked up the cost for me over 100%. I understand taking some for yourself because of paperwork, but over double the cost everyone else paid on the tour. Just double check before you book with them that you’re not over paying.

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