Highlights of The Maritimes - 13 days Tour by On The Go Tours

13 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

48 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Halifax, Canada

Ends

Halifax, Canada

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

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

Itinerary

Set off on a quintessential East Coast adventure with the Highlights of The Maritimes - 13 days tour, designed for experienced travelers and seniors seeking an easy-paced yet immersive experience. Journey from Halifax through Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Cape Breton, and New Brunswick, with highlights such as the awe-inspiring Bay of Fundy, historic Saint John, and fossil hunting in Moncton. Revel in a whale watching cruise at Saint Andrews by-the-Sea, savor fresh lobster, and enjoy a guided wine tasting. Take in the jaw-dropping scenery of the Cabot Trail and explore the storied Fortress of Louisbourg. With hotels, transport, and meals taken care of, this group tour stands out for its rich blend of coastal beauty, culinary delights, and historical intrigue—making it a quintessential sightseeing tour package for those who want to fully experience Canada’s Maritime charm.

day 1 - Welcome to Nova Scotia

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.

OverNight:Halifax

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 rock layers showcasing the most comprehensive fossil record of life from the "Coal Age," dating back 300 million years. Upon arriving in New Brunswick, indulge in an unforgettable culinary adventure with a delicious lobster dinner on a lobster boat. Finally, proceed to Moncton and settle into your downtown hotel for the night.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Moncton

day 3 - Moncton to 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 Saint John, Canada's first incorporated city, located on New Brunswick's southern coast. Take an included city tour featuring the Reversing Falls, where the powerful tides of the Bay of Fundy cause the Saint John River to reverse its flow twice daily. Settle into your accommodations in Saint John for a two-night stay.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

OverNight:Saint John

day 4 - St Andrews by-the-Sea day trip

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 at your own pace, discovering the friendly locals, stunning architecture, and vibrant marine life in this seaside treasure. We return to Saint John for the evening.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

OverNight:Saint John

day 5 - Saint John to 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.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Digby

day 6 - Return to 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 tell the story of the Land of Evangeline. Enjoy a tour and tasting at a local winery, then head back to Halifax for the night.

Please note: Some travellers may be ending their tour in Halifax, and others may join our group for the next part of our tour.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Halifax

day 7 - Peggy's Cove & Lunenburg

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 Grand Banks fishing schooner fleets. Enjoy a walking tour to immerse yourself in one of the best-preserved colonial settlements in the New World, and visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic to discover the town's renowned seafaring legacy. We spend another night back in the capital of Nova Scotia, Halifax.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Halifax

day 8 - Prince Edward Island

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 Charlottetown and experience a theatre performance by local entertainers at the Confederation Centre of the Arts, with the possibility of a substitute performance depending on the theatre schedule.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Charlottetown

day 9 - Exploring 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, white sandy beaches, gently rolling sand dunes, and lush green fields of Prince Edward Island National Park. Visit the Anne of Green Gables Heritage Place, which inspired Lucy Maud Montgomery's beloved novels. In the evening, enjoy authentic Maritime hospitality with an included traditional hall-style lobster supper.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Charlottetown

day 10 - Cape Breton Island

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 National Historic Site in Baddeck to explore the numerous achievements of this remarkable inventor who once lived on the island. Afterwards, we check into our accommodation overlooking Bras d'Or Lake, where we'll be staying for the next two nights. In the evening, enjoy a special sightseeing boat tour to view the stunning Bras d’Or Lake from the water.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Baddeck

day 11 - The Cabot Trail

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 Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Along the way, various lookout points provide unforgettable views of the island's dramatic coastline, so keep your camera ready.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Baddeck

day 12 - Baddeck to 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.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Halifax

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!

Meals:1 Breakfast

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What's Included

Accommodation

12 nights 3-4 star hotels

Meals

12 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 5 dinners (including 2 lobster dinners)Lobster Dinner Cruise on Shediac Bay

Transport

All relevant transfers and transportation in a private coach

Guide

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).

Others

Ferry transfers from Saint John - Digby and Charlottetown - HalifaxGuided sightseeing at Saint John, Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, Prince Edward Island and the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic SiteWhale watching tour (weather permitting)Annapolis Valley Winery Tour & TastingBaddeck Sightseeing Boat TourCabot TrailNote: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go

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