Highlights of The Maritimes - 13 days

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COACH TOUR: Discover the best of Canada’s Maritime Provinces on this 13-day escorted tour from Halifax, taking in the best of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Cape Breton Island and New Brunswick. Explore the Bay of Fundy and Saint John, search for fossils in Moncton and enjoy a whale watching cruise on a day trip to Saint Andrews by-the-Sea. Take in the st...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Halifax - Start and finish your journey in the charming coastal capital of Nova Scotia
    • Moncton - Tuck into a lobster dinner aboard a traditional lobster boat and visit the UNESCO-listed Joggins Fossil Cliffs
    • Saint John - Take in 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 pretty 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 pretty 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

What's this trip about?

    COACH TOUR: Discover the best of Canada’s Maritime Provinces on this 13-day escorted tour from Halifax, taking in the best of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Cape Breton Island and New Brunswick. Explore the Bay of Fundy and Saint John, search for fossils in Moncton and enjoy a whale watching cruise on a day trip to Saint Andrews by-the-Sea. Take in the stunning scenery of the Cabot Trail, tuck into the freshest lobster you'll ever eat, enjoy included wine tasting and visit the site of the historic Fortress of Louisbourg.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 48 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityHalifax
End CityHalifax

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Attractions

  • Halifax

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 48

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 48

Trip includes

    • 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
    • Cabot Trail
    • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Halifax

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

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 ...

Day : 3 Saint John

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 Sain...

Day : 4 Saint John

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...

Day : 5 Digby

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

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...

Day : 7 Peggy's Cove

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 Gran...

Day : 8 Charlottetown

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 ...

Day : 9 Charlottetown

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, wh...

Day : 10 Baddeck

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 Nationa...

Day : 11 Baddeck

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...

Day : 12 Halifax

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

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!

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,455
Price per day$266
Last Updated: 3/25/2025
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17 Jun 2025
29 Jun 2025
$4,805
08 Jul 2025
20 Jul 2025
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22 Jul 2025
03 Aug 2025
$4,805
05 Aug 2025
17 Aug 2025
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26 Aug 2025
07 Sep 2025
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02 Sep 2025
14 Sep 2025
$4,805
23 Sep 2025
05 Oct 2025
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07 Oct 2025
19 Oct 2025
$4,805

All departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices shown are per person when there are 2 persons sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to all solo travellers, or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room. Single Rooms can also be booked by anyone wanting the comfort and privacy of their own room. There is no room sharing on this tour.

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    • International flights & visas
    • Airport transfers
    • Any meals or drinks not specified in the inclusions
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Accommodation

3-4 star hotels
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Min:12yrs, accompanied by an adult / Max:110
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