Eastern Canada: Highlights of the Maritimes & Newfoundland

Eastern Canada: Highlights of the Maritimes & Newfoundland

• Trip code: 441X026
• Dauer: 18
• Stil: Classic

Get ready for one epic East Coast adventure through Canada’s most charming and rugged provinces. Start your journey in the Maritimes, where you’ll wander the historic streets of Halifax and Charlottetown, take in the jaw-dropping views of Cape Breton along the Cabot Trail, and walk the ocean floor at low tide at the iconic Hopewell Rocks. Explore the best of Nova Scotia, PEI, and New Brunswick — then fly to Newfoundland for round two of coastal magic. Hike through dramatic fjords in Gros Morne, visit puffin-covered cliffs on the Bonavista Peninsula, and stand atop Signal Hill with the sea stretching out below. From storybook fishing villages to wild, windswept trails, this trip has history, scenery, and salty air in all the right places.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (17 nts)

Checklist

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

Group Size Notes

Max 12, Avg. 10

Highlights

Hike and drive the scenic Cabot Trail through the dramatic coastal beauty of Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cross the impressive 8-mile Confederation Bridge linking Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick, Witness the ocean’s power as the beach transforms at low tide in Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park, Climb Signal Hill for panoramic views over historic St. John’s harbour, Step back in time in Brigus and uncover its rich maritime heritage, Cruise the stunning landlocked fjord of Western Brook Pond for unforgettable views in Gros Morne National Park

Introduction

Get ready for one epic East Coast adventure through Canada’s most charming and rugged provinces. Start your journey in the Maritimes, where you’ll wander the historic streets of Halifax and Charlottetown, take in the jaw-dropping views of Cape Breton along the Cabot Trail, and walk the ocean floor at low tide at the iconic Hopewell Rocks. Explore the best of Nova Scotia, PEI, and New Brunswick — then fly to Newfoundland for round two of coastal magic. Hike through dramatic fjords in Gros Morne, visit puffin-covered cliffs on the Bonavista Peninsula, and stand atop Signal Hill with the sea stretching out below. From storybook fishing villages to wild, windswept trails, this trip has history, scenery, and salty air in all the right places

Meals Included

17 Frühstück, 2 Mittagessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD650-845 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Pictou
- The Hector Heritage Quay (10CAD pro Person)

Charlottetown
- Charlottetown Historic Walking Tour (25CAD pro Person)
- Electric Bike Rental - Charlottetown (80-100CAD pro Person)
- Charlottetown Walking Food Tour (98CAD pro Person)
- Kayaking Tour - Charlottetown (55-75CAD pro Person)
- Gin Distillery Tour (5-25CAD pro Person)
- Lobster Fish and Feast Experience (110CAD pro Person)

Digby
- Bay of Fundy Whale Watching (90CAD pro Person)
- Visit Anapolis Area Historic Sites

Bear River
- Visit the Unincorporated Town of Bear River

Lunenburg
- Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic Visit

Brigus
- Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Site Visit (4.50CAD pro Person)

Trinity
- Gun Hill CEO-led Sunset Walk

Twillingate
- Whale & Wildlife Watching Boat Tour (98-115CAD pro Person)

Kings Point
- CEO-led Hike on the Alexander Murray Hiking Trail

Start / Finish

Halifax nach Deer Lake

Transport

Private Vehicle, Boat, Ferry, Walking

What's Included

Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. Antigonish Town Visit & Hikes. Cape Breton Highlands National Park Visit. Hike & Drive along Cabot Trail. Hike Skyline Trail. Ingonish Visit. Pictou Visit. Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park Visit. Fundy National Park Visit. Indigenous Storytelling Walk. Historic Guided Walking Tour of Lunenburg. Peggys Cove Visit & Walk. CEO-led Orientation Tour of Halifax. Signal Hill Visit & Walk. Brigus Town Visit. Trinity CEO-led Orientation Walk. Puffin Viewing Site Visit. CEO-led Hike along the Bonavista Peninsula. King’s Point Visit. Gros Morne National Park Visit. Western Brook Pond Boat Tour. Boat Ride to Woody Point. Tableland Trail Hike. Free time in Charlottetown, Saint John, Digby, Halifax, Brigus, Trinity, Elliston, Twillingate, Kings Point, Rocky Harbour, & Woody Point. Internal flight from Halifax to St. John's. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Halifax

Arrive at any time. Attend a welcome meeting in the evening. Afterwards, choose to have an optional dinner together as a group out in Halifax, the capital and largest city in Nova Scotia

Day 2 Halifax/Baddeck

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing to the charming town of Antigonish. Known for its rich Gaelic heritage, rolling countryside, and the nearby beaches of the Northumberland Shore, this is the perfect place to stop and explore. Lunch will be on your own at a local spot, or if the weather is nice, perhaps a picnic. Afterwards, walk one of the nearby hiking trails along Fairmont Ridge or along the beach and shore Pomquet Acadian trails. Travel onwards to Baddeck arriving in the evening. Dinner will be on your own

Day 3 Baddeck

Enjoy a day of exploration in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. The group will experience the craggy coastline while hiking and driving along the Cabot Trail and its scenic highway with sweeping ocean views. A box lunch will be had along one of the trails. Stop for walks through forests and along river canyons before ending with a beach visit near beautiful Ingonish and it's Caribbean coloured water. Return to Baddeck in the evening where dinner will be on your own. Perhaps find a place in town by the water and relax in the ocean breeze

Day 4 Baddeck/Summerside

Enjoy some breakfast at the hotel before heading to Pictou. Known for its rich maritime history, this charming waterfront town has a strong connection to Scottish heritage. Experience the vibrant community spirit during free time. Choose to visit The Hector Heritage Quay. Lunch will be on your own in town before driving to Caribou to board the ferry to Prince Edward Island. From the port, drive to the picturesque seaside town of Summerside, where the group will spend the night. Dinner is at your leisure with the option to choose from a variety of local spots

Day 5 Day trip to Charlottetown from Summerside

Enjoy a full free day to partake in various optional activities available on Prince Edward Island. The group will travel together into Charlottetown and from there the choice is yours. Opt for an electric bike ride, historic walking tour, kayaking tour, or set off on some nearby trails. After lunch on your own you can choose to continue exploring the city, or travel with your CEO to the North Shore beaches of the island where you can swim and relax. Later, opt to join your CEO and group for an optional dinner at a local seafood restaurant

Day 6 Summerside/Saint John

In the morning drive across the curved 12.9km (8 mile) long Confederation Bridge. This bridge is the longest in the world crossing ice-covered water. Arrive to Hopewell Rock Provincial Park after stopping in Moncton to pick up lunch supplies. Enjoy a guided tour of Hopewell Rocks and witness its unique geological rock formations and a very cool perspective during low tide. Continue on to Fundy National Park, renowned for having the highest tides in the world. See for yourself during a 2-4km hike where you’ll experience views of the beach below from a cliff top balcony. Arrive to Saint John in the evening and have some dinner in town on your own

Day 7 Saint John to Digby/Annapolis

In the morning explore Saint John at your leisure. Gather again as a group for an Indigenous Storytelling Walk through the area. This guided experience allows travellers to connect with nature, local culture, and history through the unique Indigenous point of view. See locations in the area like Reversing Falls Lookout Point, the waterfront, and AREA 506 Container Village. Lunch will be at your leisure before boarding the ferry to Digby. Arrive in the early evening and find a cool local restaurant to have dinner on your own

Day 8 Digby/Annapolis

Take advantage of a full free day in the Digby/Annapolis area. Enjoy an optional visit to the National Historic Sites of Fort Anne, the first European Settlement in North America. Later you could opt to visit Bear River, artist galleries in town, shops, cafes, or perhaps choose to book an optional whale watching cruise. This evening, dinner will be on your own in town

Day 9 Digby/Western Shore

Leave Digby in the morning and visit the town of Lunenburg for a guided walking tour. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the best-preserved examples of a planned British Colonial settlement in North America. Grab lunch on your own at a local restaurant before free time to explore. Later, travel to Western Shore and get settled in at the hotel. Spend the evening enjoying the property’s amenities like the walking or bike trails, water activities, and pools. Have dinner on your own on site and choose to attend an evening bonfire with live music

Day 10 Western Shore/Halifax

Drive to Peggy’s Cove today for a walk around the fishing village, wharf, and lighthouse. This small rural community is located on the eastern shore of St. Margarets Bay with smooth rocks stretching down toward the water from the lighthouse. Afterwards, travel to Halifax and enjoy a CEO-led orientation tour. The remainder of the afternoon will be free and on your own. Join your group in the evening for an optional dinner together

Day 11 Halifax/St. John's

After breakfast your CEO will bring you to the airport for your flight from Halifax to St. John's. Once here, you will be able to enjoy free time to explore the area on your own before an optional group dinner in the evening

Day 12 St John's to Bonavista Peninsula (Trinity)

Begin the day with a visit to the Signal Hill National Historic Site and walk on one of the trails for gorgeous views of the rugged coastline and seascapes. Then travel to Brigus, a picture-postcard town, reminiscent of the quaintness found in European villages. Enjoy a walk along the winding narrow lanes and visit the large tunnel cut through the solid bedrock near the harbour front. You’ll have some free time to explore and grab lunch on your own before continuing on to Trinity. Set off on a CEO-led orientation tour through the small town and get to know the area’s history. Dinner will be on your own here accompanied by a free evening. Choose to join your CEO for a walk on Gun Hill or book a show at the local theatre

Day 13 Bonavista Peninsula

Today, encounter the wildlife of the Bonavista Peninsula with a visit to Elliston and the puffin viewing site there. Begin with a short walk along a narrow path and observe the colourful auks occupying a section of land at the end of this rocky outcrop. Then, spend free time in town for lunch on your own and the chance to book an optional visit to the nearby interpretation centre. In the afternoon, follow your CEO on one of the hiking trails along the peninsula which will be chosen based on weather. Each option will allow you to view and photograph seabirds, sea stacks, icebergs, and whales (in season), as well as the surrounding communities. Dinner will be at your leisure tonight in Trinity

Day 14 Bonvista Peninsula to Twillingate via Gander

Following breakfast the group will travel to Twillingate breaking up the drive with a stop in Gander along the way. Arrive in the afternoon and enjoy free time to explore. Choose to join your CEO on one of the area’s hiking trails, visit museums and different art workshops in town, or book a whale and wildlife watching tour ahead of time. Take in the stunning rugged coastline, lush country roads, and picturesque streets as you prepare for a relaxing evening

Day 15 Twillingate to Rocky Harbour (Gros Morne NP)

Travel from Twillingate to King’s Point. Here, enjoy the choice to accompany your CEO for a hike amid the natural beauty along the Alexander Murray trail, or to stay in town and explore the sites on your own. Later, continue to Rocky Harbour outside of Gros Morne National Park. Dinner in town will be at your leisure tonight

Day 16 Gros Morne National Park

Visit Gros Morne National Park today. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is situated on the western coast of the island of Newfoundland. Located in the park is the landlocked fjord of Western Brook Pond. Start with the Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse this morning for a walk on the trail and stop at the exhibit. Then, walk along a 3km trail to the dock for a boat tour on Western Brook Pond. A packed lunch will be had on board as you enjoy the pristine lake waters and the incredible scenery surrounding the boat. Return to Rocky Harbour in the late afternoon and spend time on your own in this quaint Canadian town

Day 17 Gros Morne National Park/Deer Lake

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before driving to Norris Point. Board a boat shuttle here to travel to the historical Woody Point. You’ll cruise fifteen minutes across the beautiful Bonne Bay offering magnificent photo opportunities of the Tablelands, Gros Morne mountains, and unique communities nestled along the shores of the bay. Upon arrival, you will have free time to explore before your CEO arrives from the drive and gathers everyone for the Tableland Trail hike. The trail ends in the glacially carved Winter House Brook Canyon. From here, transfer to Deer Lake where you will have free time

Day 18 Deer Lake

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Halifax

Day 2 Halifax/Baddeck

Day 3 Baddeck

Day 4 Baddeck/Summerside

Day 5 Day trip to Charlottetown from Summerside

Day 6 Summerside/Saint John

Day 7 Saint John to Digby/Annapolis

Day 8 Digby/Annapolis

Day 9 Digby/Western Shore

Day 10 Western Shore/Halifax

Day 11 Halifax/St. John's

Please note your CEO will drop you off at the Halifax airport, but you will need to make your own way to the joining hotel once in St. John's

Day 12 St John's to Bonavista Peninsula (Trinity)

Day 13 Bonavista Peninsula

Day 14 Bonvista Peninsula to Twillingate via Gander

Please note, if you wish to book the whale and wildlife watching tour, it must be booked in advance with either Twillingate Adventure Tours for a 3:30 pm departure or Iceberg Quest for a 4 pm departure

Day 15 Twillingate to Rocky Harbour (Gros Morne NP)

Day 16 Gros Morne National Park

Day 17 Gros Morne National Park/Deer Lake

Please note that in order to provide travellers with more time in Gros Morne, we have added this night in Deer Lake to the end of your itinerary due to the scarcity of options for departing flights from this airport

Day 18 Deer Lake