Landscapes of the Canadian Maritimes - Small Group

Tour Type: RegionalRegional
Brochure Type USA Canada Small Group 2026 v1

Blend the best of land and sea on this 12-day guided tour of Canada. Explore the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic in Halifax with a Local Expert, who will tell you the tale of the city's most historic moment: the 1912 sinking of the Titanic. See the fabled home that served as the inspiration for L.M. Montgomery's children's classic, ?Anne of Green Gables.' Watch for bald eagles as you travel one of the world's most scenic routes, Cabot Trail. Board a lobster boat in New Brunswick for an up-close-and-personal look at lobster fishing, then indulge in a decadent lobster lunch. Later, cruise the Bay of Fundy on a whale-watching expedition, where you can see humpback, minke and fin whales.

Authentic Dining
  • Digby Digby, Nova Scotia, is known as "The Scallop Capitol of the World." The town is famous for the scallops harvested from the local waters and thus contributing to industries of fishing and tourism. Scallops are Nova Scotia's most valuable seafood cat
  • Halifax Relax next to the waterfront before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Dinner at 1800. You'll soon see why Halifax truly is a foodies' town. The Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market, established in 1750, is the longest co
  • Moncton Experience a true taste of the maritimes with an Acadian lobster boil and cocktail class.
  • Charlottetown Delicious cuisine in a quaint seaside village. In Georgetown in eastern Prince Edward Island, you will be greeted by a local fisher who shares their experiences at sea and enlightens you about PEI's famous lobster and mussel industry. Learn
Choice Highlights
  • Choose between three carefully selected activities
  • Halifax Halifax's history will inspire the mind of any curious traveler. Visit Pier 21 -- an ocean liner terminal and immigration shed from 1928 to 1971 -- for a guided tour of the Pier 21 Story, an orientation to the Canadian Immigration Story exhibitio
  • Halifax Halifax's historic citadel will inspire the mind of any curious traveler. This strategic hilltop location with a  commanding view of the Halifax harbor was chosen in 1749 as the location for the fort that would protect the city. Learn the roles t
  • Halifax Get up close and personal with the works of one of Canada's best-known folk artists, Maud Lewis, at the Maud Lewis Gallery. View the nearly 19,000 works on display in the Permanent and Study Collections as you gain insights into Lewis' life. From
Dining Summary
  • 10 Breakfast (B)
  • 3 Dinner with Wine (DW)
  • 3 Lunch (L)
Insight Choice
  • Halifax Halifax's history will inspire the mind of any curious traveler. Visit Pier 21 -- an ocean liner terminal and immigration shed from 1928 to 1971 -- for a guided tour of the Pier 21 Story, an orientation to the Canadian Immigration Story exhibitio
  • Halifax Get up close and personal with the works of one of Canada's best-known folk artists, Maud Lewis, at the Maud Lewis Gallery. View the nearly 19,000 works on display in the Permanent and Study Collections as you gain insights into Lewis' life. From
  • Halifax Halifax's historic citadel will inspire the mind of any curious traveler. This strategic hilltop location with a  commanding view of the Halifax harbor was chosen in 1749 as the location for the fort that would protect the city. Learn the roles t
Insight Experiences
  • Baddeck Cape Breton Island's music and traditions of its Gaelic settlers has been preserved and shared since the early 1800's. Become part of the story as you explore the Celtic Heart of North America with an authentic Ceilidh night of Acadian hospitalit
  • Charlottetown Delicious cuisine in a quaint seaside village. In Georgetown in eastern Prince Edward Island, you will be greeted by a local fisherman who shares his experiences at sea and enlightens you about PEI's famous lobster and mussel industry. Lear
Make Travel Matter
  • Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre Enrich your journey exploring the history and culture of the Mi'kmaq people at the Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Center. You will be greeted with tea and coffee, the sound of Mi'kmaq music and art on display. A multim
Top Rated Highlights
  • Baddeck Sail aboard the Winstar, a new double decker Catamaran, for an educational tour of the Bras d'Or Lakes. Take in unparalleled views of Baddeck and area's shoreline spotting iconic lighthouses and the historic properties along Beinn Bhreagh, includ
  • Halifax Immerse yourself in Nova Scotia's rich maritime heritage at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Discover history, including the Halifax Explosion and the sinking of the Titanic through an immersive visit. History comes alive as you sit in a repl
  • New Brunswick The Bay of Fundy's natural, unspoiled beauty will inspire the mind of any nature-lover. Travel the Fundy Trail Parkway, which nestles you between the greens of the forest and the blues of the coast, for stunning views in every direction. Yo
  • Prince Edward Island Discover picturesque Prince Edward Island with a Local Expert. Visit Prince Edward Island National Park with its sand dunes adorned by beach grass and red sandstone cliffs as well as the rich, red soil that produces PEI's famous pota
  • Halifax Embark an exploration of this cosmopolitan, eclectic port city of Halifax with your Local Expert. Travel to the local cemetery where many of the Titanic victims were laid to rest before a visit to the Victorian-era inspired Halifax Public Gardens
  • Peggy's Cove Visit scenic Peggy's Cove, a small rural community located on the eastern shore of St. Margarets Bay southwest of downtown Halifax. Take in the breathtaking coastal scenery, including its iconic Peggy's Cove Lighthouse perched on rugged gran
  • Prince Edward Island The east coast conjures up notions of lighthouses and fine food and drink. Experience both today visiting a winery and two lighthouses. At Rossignol Estate Winery, tour the winery and savor a tasting of four wines produced in their p
  • Baddeck Satisfy your curiosity as you immerse yourself in a unique experience at The Gaelic College, devoted to the study and preservation of the Gaelic and Celtic cultures and the only institution of its kind in North America. Learn about the tradition
  • Hopewell Cape The Bay of Fundy is one of the seven wonders of North America. The highest tidal range on earth, the rarest whales in the world, semi-precious minerals and dinosaur fossils. Twice each day, 160 billion tons of seawater flow in and out of th
  • Annapolis Royal Victorian homes, quaint shops and oak, elm and chestnut trees dotting the lawn of the historic courthouse, it must be Annapolis Royal. Take a stroll through the National Historic District with a costumed Local Expert and discover a cultur
  • Baddeck Embark on an insightful visit to the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck, Nova Scotia. Overlooking Bras d'Or Lake, take a glimpse into the world-famous inventor's interests and inventions from airplanes and kites to deaf educa
  • Cape Breton Island The Cabot Trail, a world-famous scenic highway, offers a spectacular driving experience through the stunning landscapes of Cape Breton Island. Enjoy a relaxing drive along the Cabot Trail, keeping an eye out for moose and bald eagles.
  • Digby Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime whale watching cruise (weather permitting) on the Bay of Fundy. In your cozy boat, you can get closer than in a larger vessel should you have the opportunity to spot rare species of whales while learning about these m
  • Baddeck Experience warm hospitality and Cape Breton-style home cooking with traditional music. Join local musicians and engage in an evening of song, dance and storytelling for a unique insight into Acadian culture.
  • Lunenburg The hand-picked UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lunenburg invites you to discover its storied streets. Experience one of the best surviving examples of a planned British Colonial settlement in North America before meeting a Local Expert for a wal

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Tour Operator
Insight Vacations
Offer
Offer valid through 12/30/2024
Duration
12 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
DayDestinationDescription
Day 1HalifaxWelcome to Halifax: A mix of sea breezes and cultural charms, Halifax is a quintessential maritime destination evident in its waterfront, historic sites and ongoing maritime activities. Learn how it became a maritime destination due to its strategic natural harbor, making it a crucial naval and trading hub. Relax at your downtown hotel next to the waterfront. Perhaps get out and explore this capital city, home to five National Historic Sites including The Halifax Citadel, Georges Island, Fort McNab, York Redoubt and the Prince of Wales Tower. This evening, meet your Travel Director for a Welcome Dinner.

Accommodations: Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, Halifax
Day 2HalifaxSightseeing and Relaxation in Halifax Relaxed Start: From British rule to naval battles, Halifax is a historical haven. Kick off your Canada guided tour and delve into the city's nautical history at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic where your Local Expert shares stories of key historic events. Learn about the Halifax Explosion in 1917, the world's largest man-made explosion prior to Hiroshima, and the tragic sinking of the Titanic in 1912. Your Local Expert then reveals the eclectic city on a guided tour before an afternoon of Insight Choice. Visit the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site exploring the history of the fortress and the soldiers who were stationed there. Art lovers will want to explore the Maud Lewis Gallery to see the artist's famous carefully restored painted house. Or, choose to visit to the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, historically the nation's primary immigration gateway, shedding light on Canada's intricate relationship with the immigration process.

Accommodations: Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, Halifax
Day 3HalifaxHistoric Lunenburg and Peggy's Cove: The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lunenburg conjures up images of brightly painted houses and a picturesque waterfront. Join a Local Expert for a walking tour of one of the best surviving examples of a planned British Colonial settlement in North America. Gain insights into the fishing industry's impact on the region at the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic before visiting Peggy's Cove, a small rural community located on the eastern shore of St. Margarets Bay and the site of Peggy's Cove Lighthouse, an iconic Canadian image.

Accommodations: Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, Halifax
Day 4BaddeckCape Breton Island and Blooming Baddeck: The legends & traditions of the Mi'kmaq people will inspire the mind of any curious traveler. At Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Center, join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience on your Canada guided tour as interpreters share insights of history and culture as they weave stories relating artifacts to a way of life, cosmology and a changing relationship with European settlers. Further your discovery this afternoon on a guided cruise across Bras d'or Lake spotting iconic lighthouses, a bird estuary and historic properties including the mansion of Alexander Graham Bell. After a big day of exploring, experience warm hospitality and Cape Breton-style home cooking at your waterfront hotel, featuring tempting seafood favorites and hearty dishes that are sure to satisfy. Continue your night with traditional music and song at a Ceilidh, a Celtic Evening full of Acadian hospitality and entertainment.

Accommodations: Inverary Resort, Baddeck
Day 5CABOT TRAILThe Natural Beauty of the Cabot Trail: Gaelic and Celtic cultures are revealed over a unique experience at The Gaelic College, devoted to the study and preservation of these rich cultures. At this school offering traditional arts, including Cape Breton fiddle, piano, guitar, step-dancing, and piping, highland dancing, weaving and Gaelic language, you have the opportunity to learn about the tradition of fabric milling and get up close and personal watching a kilt-making demonstration in action. After this one-of-a-kind learning experience, drive along the Cabot Trail, a world-famous highway running along coastal borders on both sides of Cape Breton Highlands National Park and crossing highlands. With views of dramatic cliffs and mountains abound passing charming coastal villages, you'll love reflecting on another grand day of hand-picked sights.

Accommodations: Inverary Resort, Baddeck
Day 6CharlottetownBaddeck and Charlottetown: Go behind the scenes on your Canada guided tour with a Local Expert at the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site to discover the stories behind the inventor of the telephone and one of history's most influential members. Ferry across the Northumberland Strait to Prince Edward Island and quaint Charlottetown, where you'll spend the next three nights. In this nautical gem, dotted with colorful fisherman's cottages and picturesque harbor. Your hotel, The Delta Prince Edward is Charlottetown's only waterfront hotel and just steps away from enticing shops and restaurants.

Accommodations: Delta Hotels by Marriott Prince Edward, Charlottetown
Day 7CharlottetownPrince Edward Island Sightseeing Relaxed Start: No trip to Prince Edward Island is complete without a visit to Green Gable's Heritage Place including the Green Gables House, the fabled home that provided inspiration for L.M. Montgomery's children's classic, 'Anne of Green Gables'. With your Local Expert, discover the cliffs, wind-whipped dunes and Covehead lighthouse of Prince Edward Island National Park before heading on to Cavendish. This afternoon is free to explore Charlottetown at your leisure. Perhaps tour the Victorian Beaconsfield Historic House and feel like you've stepped into Downton Abbey. Or, visit nearby Victoria Park's boardwalk taking you past the Prince Edward Battery and the Victoria Floating Dock and Brighton Beach lighthouse.

Accommodations: Delta Hotels by Marriott Prince Edward, Charlottetown
Day 8CharlottetownFlavors of Charlottetown Relaxed Start: The flavors of Prince Edward Island will delight your palate today in the quaint seaside fishing village of Georgetown. Meet a local fisherman and exceptional storyteller who will regale you with tales of life at sea and teach you all about the area's lobster and mussel industry. Then taste the flavors over a delicious Highlight Lunch of island blue mussel cooked fresh by the fisherman. A visit to a maritime province wouldn't be complete without a lighthouse tour. Head out to the first lighthouse on Prince Edward Island, Point Prim, and end your day with a tasting at Rossignol Winery, the first winery on Prince Edward Island specialising in table and fruit wines.

Accommodations: Delta Hotels by Marriott Prince Edward, Charlottetown
Day 9MonctonThe Tides of Hopewell Rocks: A highlight awaits this morning as you cross the Confederation Bridge. This engineering feat connects Prince Edward Island to the mainland and, spanning eight miles, is the longest bridge in the world over ice-covered waters. Then get up close and personal with the marine life of Northumberland Strait at the Homarus Center. Your coastal exploration continues at Hopewell Rocks on the shores of The Bay of Fundy where you'll meet your Local Expert who introduces you to the bay, one of seven wonders of North America boasting the highest tides on Earth because of its specific shape. This remarkable tidal range not only shapes the area's landscape but also creates a rich ecosystem. Conclude this day of your Canada guided tour over a traditional Acadian lobster boil and cocktail class.

Accommodations: Crowne Plaza Downtown, Moncton
Day 10DigbyLively Moncton to Digby: Embark on a coastal drive on the Fundy Trail Parkway, nestling you between the greens of the forest and the blues of the coast with stunning views in every direction. This important thoroughfare, completed in 2020, connects Alma to St Martin lined with hiking trails, beaches, overlooks and an Interpretive Center. Take to the water crossing the Bay of Fundy from St. John to Digby by ferry (seasonal). Breathe in fresh salt air from the outdoor area and keep a keen eye on the Bay of Fundy for whales and other marine life. Arrive at the Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa, overlooking the Bay of Fundy since 1929, known for its incredible tides. Grab a local craft beer or wine at the 19th Hole restaurant overlooking the Stanley Thompson designed course or treat yourself to a service in their spa featuring sustainable and green practices to create natural, organic and Biodynamic products.

Accommodations: Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa
Day 11DigbyDelightful Digby and Annapolis Royal Relaxed Start: Continue your exploration of the Bay of Fundy on an optional, seasonal whale watching cruise in search of rare species of whale while learning about these majestic sea mammals. Or, indulge with a free morning to yourself at the Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa. Next in the historic town of Annapolis Royal, join a Local Expert and costumed interpreter for a stroll in the National Historic District. In the evening, meet a former scallop fisher for a culinary demonstration to learn about the region's maritime heritage. Gain insight into how fresh scallops are shucked before they are cooked to perfection for your seafood dinner.

Accommodations: Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa
Day 12HalifaxFarewell Halifax: It's time to wave goodbye to Halifax and your fellow travelers as your trip comes to an end. A complimentary Airport transfer will be made at Halifax International Airport at 12:00pm, followed by a stop at the Marriott Harbourfront Halifax for guests wishing to extend their stay.

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