Exploring Maritime Canada, from Southern Nova Scotia to Campobello Island

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Immerse yourself in the fascinating story of Maritime Canada, from historic communities and coastal cuisine to inspired architecture and Revolutionary intrigue —this place has it all.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • In Southern Nova Scotia visit some of North America’s oldest and most picturesque maritime communities
    • Enjoy beautiful seaside landscapes and architecture during your stay in the Cottages at Roosevelt Campobello International Park
    • Hear the story of thousands of British Loyalists and escaped slaves who fled the US in the early 1780s

What's this trip about?

    Immerse yourself in the fascinating story of Maritime Canada, from historic communities and coastal cuisine to inspired architecture and Revolutionary intrigue —this place has it all.

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
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End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 Plus
  • Education / Learning

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Itinerary

Day
1 Check-in, Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner Halifax, Nova Scotia D Atlantica Hotel Halifax Activity note: Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m. Afternoon: Arrive to Halifax, Nova Scotia. Program Registration 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. After you have your room assignme...
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2 Intro to Nova Scotia, City Exploration, Maritime Museum Halifax, Nova Scotia B,L Atlantica Hotel Halifax Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach. Driving 20 miles, about 2 hours. Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel. Morning: We’ll be joined by a local hi...
Day
3 Pier 21, Farmer's Market, Free Time Halifax, Nova Scotia B,L,D Atlantica Hotel Halifax Activity note: Walking 1.5 miles, about 2 hours, on pavement, boardwalks, some uneven terrain. Breakfast: At the hotel, we will enjoy a buffet breakfast. Morning: Ste...
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4 Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg Walk, Museum Chester, Nova Scotia B,L,D Oak Island Resort and Conference Centre Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach. Driving 130 miles, about 3 hours. Walking 2 miles, about 3 hours, on pavement, boardwalk, some uneven terrain. Use ca...
Day
5 Windsor, Grand Pre, Wolfville Chester, Nova Scotia B,L,D Oak Island Resort and Conference Centre Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach. Driving 110 miles, about 2 hours. Walking 1.5 miles, some uneven terrain. Breakfast: Hotel buffet. Morning: This m...
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6 Kejimkujik National Park, Port Royal, Ferry to Saint John Saint John, New Brunswick B,L Delta Hotels by Marriott Saint John Activity note: Getting on/off ferry. Ferry ride is about 2.5 hours. Docks may be slippery. Getting on/off motorcoach. Driving 100 miles, ab...
Day
7 Fundy Shore, Sea Caves, Fundy Tides & Trail Saint John, New Brunswick B,L,D Delta Hotels by Marriott Saint John Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach. Driving approximately 75 miles, about 2 hours. Walking 2 miles, about 3 hours, on pavement, boardwalk, so...
Day
8 Campobello Island, Head Harbor Light Campobello Island, New Brunswick B,L,D Roosevelt Campobello International Park Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach. Driving 125 miles, under 2.5 hours. Walking 1 mile, about 2 hours, on some uneven terrain. Breakfast...
Day
9 Campobello Library & Museum, Whale Watching or Free Time Campobello Island, New Brunswick B,L,D Roosevelt Campobello International Park Activity note: Walking 1 mile, about 1.5 hours. Getting on/off whale watching boat, cruising approximately 30 miles over 2....
Day
10 Whale Watching or Free Time, Summer Home, Tea with Eleanor Campobello Island, New Brunswick B,L,D Roosevelt Campobello International Park Activity note: Walking 1/2 mile, about 1.5 hours. The group will be divided for the whale watching activity on Day 9 & 1...
Day
11 Transfer to Portland, Bar Harbor, Farewell Dinner Portland, Maine B,L,D Holiday Inn by the Bay Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach. Driving 215 miles, about 5.5 hours. Walking approximately 2 miles, around 2 hours, on mostly paved roads. Breakfast: Cot...
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12 Program Concludes Portland, Maine B Activity note: Hotel check-out by 12:00 Noon. Breakfast: At the hotel, we will enjoy a buffet breakfast, with coffee, tea, water included. This concludes our program. Morning: If you are transferring to another Road ...

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Last Updated: 2/4/2022

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Meals Included
  • 30 Meals
  • 11 Breakfasts
  • 10 Lunches
  • 9 Dinners
  • The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free
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