Region: Canada Atlantic Type: Guaranteed Departures, Scheduled Tours Length: 7 Days
Tap Rating: TAP Superior
Learn of the ecology and geology of the most dramatic and diverse tidal environment on the planet and experience Maritime history, culture and hospitality on this 7-day adventure to Canada’s East Coast.
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DAY 1 – Tuesday: Arrive Halifax, NS Arrive in Halifax and check in to our accommodations, which are ideally located in the downtown core of this vibrant and cosmopolitan urban centre on the Atlantic Ocean. Meet our Tour Director and fellow travelers this evening at a Meet & Greet. Cambridge Suites Hotel or similar – Halifax, NS
Option: You may wish to add additional nights in Halifax or a city tour to your vacation package. Bursting with culture and rich history, Nova Scotia’s capital city has much to offer.
DAY 2 – Wednesday: Halifax to Moncton, NB Explore the Bay of Fundy and learn about the world’s highest tides, as we meander its colorful coastline to New Brunswick’s bilingual city of Moncton. En route, explore 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, as we cruise the warm waters of Shediac Bay aboard a lobster boat; learn about the fishing industry and savour a delicious lobster supper.* Arrive in Moncton and check into our downtown hotel for the night. Crowne Plaza Moncton Downtown or similar – Moncton, NB (CB, L, D)
DAY 3 – Thursday: Moncton to Saint John, NB Experience a true natural wonder this morning, as we visit the Hopewell Rocks on the coast of the Bay of Fundy. Marvel at these massive flower-pot-shaped formations sculpted by the highest tides on the planet. Travel through Fundy National Park on to Canada’s first incorporated city, Saint John, on the southern New Brunswick coast. Enjoy a city tour, including the Reversing Falls, before checking into our harbourfront accommodations for a two-night stay. Hilton Saint John or similar – Saint John, NB (B, L)
DAY 4 – Friday: St. Andrews by-the-Sea Enjoy a day trip to picturesque St. Andrews by-the Sea, where the quaint charm of this coastal town is sure to captivate. 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. Hilton Saint John or similar – Saint John, NB (B, L)
DAY 5 – Saturday: Saint John to Digby, NS Enjoy free time in Saint John this morning, before we 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. We overnight in the Annapolis Valley. Digby Pines or similar – Digby, NS (B, D)
DAY 6 – Sunday: Digby to Halifax Travel the lush Annapolis Valley and learn about the French Acadians, who established their first settlement in the early 1600s. Visit Grand Pre National Historic Site, where fact and fiction blend to reveal the romance of the Land of Evangeline. Visit a local winery for a tour and tasting before arriving in Halifax for the evening. Cambridge Suites Hotel or similar – Halifax, NS (B)
DAY 7 – Monday: Depart Halifax Tour arrangements end on check out from the hotel. (CB)
Price Per Person (U.S. Dollars):
Departure Date:
Tour Status
Single
Double
Triple
Quadruple
Sep 10, 2024
Available
Scheduled
$3365
$2717
$2562
$2529
Sep 17, 2024
Available
Scheduled
$2929
$2348
$2193
$2160
Oct 8, 2024
Available
Scheduled
$2929
$2348
$2193
$2160
Arrival Instructions
Arrive to Halifax, NS by 6:00 pm via Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
Departure Instructions
Depart from Halifax, NS after via Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
Payment Policy
Deposit: $200.00 per person due at time of booking - final payment due 45 days prior to departure
Cancellation Policy
Up until 45 days prior to departure: deposit will be retained; 45 - 31 days prior: 50% of tour price will be retained; 30 days prior and onward: no refund.
Tour Includes:
Motorcoach or van transportation Atlantic Canada Tour Director or Driver/Guide 11 meals All admissions for items listed in itinerary Gratuities on included meals and for local guides (except Tour Director and Driver) Luggage handling of one suitcase per person
2024 Regular Group Departures – Maximum 48 passengers May 28; June 18, July 9, 30; August 6; September 3, 17; October 8
2024 Small Group Departures – Maximum 26 passengers June 11; July 2, 23; August 20, September 10
Prices Include All Applicable Taxes
Tour Highlights:
Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation
Atlantic Canada Tour Director
11 meals including a lobster dinner
Welcome Reception
Lobster Dinner Cruise on Shediac Bay
Hopewell Rocks Ocean Tidal Exploration Site
Fundy National Park
Saint John City Tour including Reversing Falls
Whale Watching Boat Tour
Ferry from New Brunswick to Nova Scotia
Grand Pre National Historic Site
Annapolis Valley Winery Tour & Tasting
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