Nova Scotia & the Canadian Maritimes

August 10—18, 2026
$4,949 Per Person (Double Occupancy) +$1,350 (Single Supplement)
Includes Roundtrip Airfare Phoenix

Day One: Arrive to Halifax, Nova Scotia Today board your flight bound for Canada’s Atlantic coast. Upon arrival in Halifax, transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay. Halifax is the capital of Nova Scotia and the largest urban center in Atlantic Canada, known for its historic harbor and maritime heritage. Overnight: Halifax Airport Area

Day Two: Halifax – Baddeck (Cape Breton Island) This morning travel to beautiful Cape Breton Island. Enjoy a scenic drive around Bras d’Or Lake to the charming lakeside resort town of Baddeck. This afternoon visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, where exhibits showcase the inventor’s life, innovations, and personal artifacts. Later check into your hotel for a two-night stay in this picturesque community, known as the gateway to the world-famous Cabot Trail. This evening enjoy a Welcome Dinner featuring regional cuisine. (B,D) Overnight: Baddeck, NS

Day Three: Cabot Trail Scenic Drive Today we journey along the legendary Cabot Trail, one of the most spectacular coastal drives in North America. This breathtaking route winds through dramatic highlands, rugged cliffs, and charming fishing villages.Travel through the seafaring town of Margaree Harbour and stop in Cheticamp, known for its rich Acadian culture and famous hooked rugs. Continue through Cape Breton Highlands National Park, where deep valleys, sandy beaches, and sweeping ocean vistas make for unforgettable scenery. Return to Baddeck this evening and enjoy time at leisure. (B) Overnight: Baddeck, NS

Day Four: Baddeck – Ferry to Prince Edward Island – Charlottetown Today we board a ferry and cross the Northumberland Strait to Prince Edward Island (PEI). Known for its gentle rolling farmland, red sand beaches, and storybook charm, PEI is one of Canada’s most beloved provinces.Later arrive in Charlottetown, the island’s historic capital city known for its colorful homes and quaint streets. Enjoy time to settle in before exploring the town. (B) Overnight: Charlottetown, PEI

Day Five: Price Edward Island Sightseeing Today enjoy a scenic tour of Prince Edward Island National Park, known for its beautiful coastal landscapes and abundant wildlife along the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Visit the beloved setting of Anne of Green Gables, including the historic farmhouse and museum that inspired Lucy Maud Montgomery’s famous novel. Later enjoy a traditional Lobster Dinner with your fellow travelers this evening.(B,D) Overnight: Charlottetown, PEI

Day Six: Charlottetown – Hopewell Rocks – Moncton Depart Prince Edward Island and cross the impressive Confederation Bridge into New Brunswick. Travel to the Bay of Fundy, home to the highest tides in the world. Visit the remarkable Hopewell Rocks, famous for their towering “flowerpot” rock formations shaped by the dramatic rise and fall of the tides. These natural sculptures stand up to four stories tall at low tide and appear as small islands when the water rises. Later arrive in Moncton for an overnight stay. (B,D) Overnight: Moncton, NB

Day Seven: Moncton – Lunenburg – Halifax Today we travel back into Nova Scotia to visit the picturesque fishing village of Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known for its colorful waterfront buildings and narrow historic streets, Lunenburg is one of the best-preserved colonial settlements in North America. Enjoy a guided walking tour and learn about the town’s seafaring heritage, fishing traditions, and shipbuilding history before continuing to Halifax. (B) Overnight: Halifax, NS

Day Eight: Halifax Sightseeing & Peggy’s Cove Today enjoy a guided tour of Halifax, featuring Bedford Basin, the Public Gardens, St. Mary’s University, Point Pleasant Park, and the historic Citadel overlooking the city. This afternoon travel to one of Nova Scotia’s most iconic destinations — Peggy’s Cove, famous for its rugged granite shoreline and historic lighthouse perched above the Atlantic Ocean. Return to Halifax where you’ll have time to explore the city’s vibrant waterfront, museums, galleries, and restaurants before gathering this evening for a Farewell Dinner with your fellow travelers. (B,D) Overnight: Halifax, NS

Day Nine: Halifax – Flight Home Today transfer to Halifax Airport for your return flight home, bringing with you wonderful memories of Nova Scotia and the Canadian Maritimes. (B)