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Highlights of The Maritimes

13 days

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.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Tour Overview

Duration

13 days

Starts

Halifax

Ends

Halifax

Range

Handpicked

Tour Guide

Yes - escorted by a tour leader

Group Size

Min 2 / Max 48

Minimum age

12 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Tuesdays

Hotel Rating

3-4 star hotels

Countries

Canada

Arrival Transfer

No

Departure Transfer

No

Meals included

Breakfast: 12, Lunch: 4, Dinner: 5
Per person from
R 99,215.00
Total From
R 198,430.00
Deposit From
Final payment
R 10,000.00
R 193,430.00

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Tour 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

Included

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

Not Included

International flights & visas
Airport transfers
Any meals or drinks not specified in the inclusions
Tips for your tour guide - an entirely personal gesture!

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Itinerary

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.

Overnight: Moncton
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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.

Overnight: Saint John
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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.

Overnight: Saint John
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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.

Overnight: Digby
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

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.

Overnight: Halifax
Meals: Breakfast

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.

Overnight: Halifax
Meals: Breakfast

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.

Overnight: Charlottetown
Meals: Breakfast

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.

Overnight: Charlottetown
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

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.

Overnight: Baddeck
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

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.

Overnight: Baddeck
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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.

Overnight: Halifax
Meals: Breakfast

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: Breakfast

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Extras and add-ons

If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation

Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.

Post tour Accomodation - Halifax Airport

Double

R 4,665per passenger

Twin

R 4,665per passenger

Single

R 9,335per passenger

Pre tour Accomodation - Downtown Halifax

Double

R 2,445per passenger

Twin

R 2,445per passenger

Single

R 4,865per passenger

Pre tour Accomodation - Halifax Airport

Double

R 4,665per passenger

Twin

R 4,665per passenger

Single

R 9,335per passenger

Post Tour Accomodation - Downtown Halifax

Double

R 2,445per passenger

Twin

R 2,445per passenger

Single

R 4,865per passenger

Additional Excursions

Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.

Halifax Airport Transfer (Private Town Car/SUV)

R 1,675

per passenger

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.

Cambridge Suites Hotel Halifax
Halifax

Situated in the heart of downtown Halifax, this stylish hotel is just a 5-minute walk from local restaurants, shops, and the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, and a 12-minute stroll to the harbour. The contemporary rooms feature Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, and work desks, along with mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee makers. A relaxed restaurant offers regional dishes, while additional amenities include a rooftop terrace, fitness and business centres, guest laundry facilities, and event spaces.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel
Crowne Plaza Moncton Downtown
Moncton

A 13-minute walk from Riverfront Park, this laid-back hotel is also 2 km from the museums at Resurgo Place and 9 km from Greater Moncton International Airport. The cosy, contemporary rooms feature flat-screen televisions, free Wi-Fi, and coffee makers. Amenities include a casual restaurant and bar, along with a fitness room, indoor pool, and hot tub. Additionally, the hotel offers a business centre and 11 meeting rooms.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Hilton Saint John
Saint John

Opposite the Saint John Trade and Convention Centre, this contemporary harbourfront hotel is 9.1 km from Irving Nature Park. The stylish rooms feature bespoke beds, flat-screen televisions, free high-speed internet, and views of either the harbour or the city. A trendy on-site bistro and pub serves breakfast (for an additional charge) and has a seasonal patio with ocean views. The hotel also offers a fitness centre and a heated indoor saltwater pool, along with 16 meeting rooms and a business centre.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa
Digby

This exclusive, seasonal resort with views of the Bay of Fundy is 3.2 km from the ferry terminal. The elegant rooms and suites in the main Norman-style lodge offer flat-screen televisions, coffee makers, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Dining options include a fine-dining restaurant with bay views and a relaxed eatery overlooking the golf course. The resort also boasts an 18-hole golf course, an outdoor heated pool, a spa, and a fitness centre. On-site activities range from croquet to hiking, while additional amenities include occasional live entertainment, tennis courts, a playground, and bike rentals.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Rodd Charlottetown
Charlottetown

A 4-minute walk from the Confederation Centre of the Arts, this refined hotel with an impressive lobby is also a 13-minute stroll from the Confederation Landing waterfront park. The bright, traditional rooms include complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, mini fridges, and coffee makers. The hotel features a restaurant and bar, a seasonal dinner theatre, and a rooftop terrace. Additional amenities include an indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness room, and a sauna.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel
Inverary Resort
Baddeck

This waterfront resort, which includes an 1850 hotel and cottages spread across 11 acres, is situated 2.1 km from the Whitney Pier Society for the Arts. The relaxed rooms in separate buildings are equipped with televisions and coffee makers. Guests can enjoy three on-site dining options, including a seasonal lakeside restaurant and a Celtic pub. Additional facilities include an indoor pool, a fitness room, and a sauna, as well as a spa with six treatment rooms. The resort also features a chapel and a lake activity centre.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Prices & Dates

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.

2025
Twin/Double
Single
17 Jun - 29 Jun
R 99,215
R 122,665
8 Jul - 20 Jul
R 99,215
R 122,665
22 Jul - 3 Aug
R 99,215
R 122,665
5 Aug - 17 Aug
R 99,215
R 122,665
26 Aug - 7 Sep
R 99,215
R 122,665
2 Sep - 14 Sep
R 99,215
R 122,665
23 Sep - 5 Oct
R 99,215
R 122,665
7 Oct - 19 Oct
R 99,215
R 122,665

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