Tides and Parks Of Atlantic Canada

This "Best of the East" adventure brings you a combination of the Atlantic provinces most magnificent vistas, thrilling adventures, charming villages and fascinating cities. You will begin in the maritime city of Halifax before traversing Nova Scotias picturesque fishing villages and rugged coastal landscapes to the Bay of Fundy in New Brunswick. Highlights include Prince Edward Island, Cape Breton, the Bras dOr Lake and Cabot Trail. Newfoundlands magnificent coastline is the highlight of this energizing trip. You will seek out whales amid huge icebergs.

Day 1 - ARRIVAL IN HALIFAX

Arrive at Halifax International Airport and transfer independently to your downtown hotel. Pick-up your Jonview Canada Roadbook at the front desk as you check-in. Remainder of the day is at leisure for exploring this bustling oceanside city. Overnight in Halifax.

Day 2 - HALIFAX

Halifax is located on one of the worlds largest natural harbours and bears all the hallmarks of both a modern and historic city. You can discover its proud maritime heritage in the many museums and along the waterfront area, which includes the restored Historic Properties. Visit the Citadel that has guarded the city since the 18thcentury, the Public Gardens or sail on a harbour cruise aboard the Bluenose II. Overnight in Halifax. Activity.

HALIFAX HIGHLIGHT CITY TOUR ( at additional cost )

The Halifax sightseeing tour will take you through the historic streets of this fascinating city. Highlights include St. Pauls Church, the Historic Properties, ocean terminals and the area where the devastating Halifax explosion happened. The tour will visit the Halifax Citadel National Historic Park and Victorian Public Gardens. Citadel Hill admission is included.

Day 3 - HALIFAX TO BRIDGEWATER ( 110 KM )

Drive along the Lighthouse Route to the fishing community of Peggys Cove. This picturesque fishing village is surrounded by bare granite and coastal barrens with trails leading to its famous lighthouse. Continue along the coast and stop in the port of Lunenburg for a visit to the renowned Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic before arriving in Bridgewater. Overnight in Bridgewater.

Day 4 - BRIDGEWATER TO KEJIMKUJIK NATIONAL PARK/ DIGBY ( 180 KM )

Day 5 - DIGBY

Explore this picture-postcard fishing port with its bustling harbour, home to the largest scallop fishing fleet in the world. Digby is Nova Scotias most popular summer resort and the largest urban centre in the area. It is located beautifully on the Annapolis Basin, overlooking Digby channel, where the waters of the Basin flow into the Bay of Fundy. Overnight in Digby.

Activity

BRIER ISLAND WHALEWATCHING CRUISE ( at additional cost )

When you take a Brier Island Whale and Seabird Cruise, you will join a scientific survey studying an area teeming with marine life. You will see many species including: humpbacks, fin and the rare and endangered right whales, as well as dolphins, porpoises and seabirds.

Day 6 - DIGBY TO FREDERICTON ( 95 KM )

Enjoy a ferry ride across the Bay of Fundy to Saint John, famous for having the worlds largest tides. In Saint John, stop at the Reversing Falls. Follow the coastline and traverse many unique fishing villages en route to Fredericton. The Bay of Fundy is rich in marine life, often seen along its rocky shores at low tide. Just outside of Fredericton is Kings Landing Historical Settlement – a role-playing historic community depicting everyday life in 19th century. Overnight in Fredericton.

Day 7 - FREDERICTON TO MONCTON ( 250 KM )

Today you can explore popular covered bridges en route to Fundy National Park. Discover Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park, or visit Shediac, the lobster capital of the world, where one can experience lobster at its best. Overnight in Moncton.

Day 8 - MONCTON TO CHARLOTTETOWN ( 160 KM )

Before leaving Moncton we suggest a stop at the Magnetic Hill where you can put the car in neutral to experience the illusion of being pulled up hill by a magnetic force. The Northumberland coast of New Brunswick has a rich British and Acadian heritage — its yours to discover today if you choose to travel through the architectural gem of Dorchester and visit the French fort of Beausejour at the Nova Scotia provincial border. Near the base of the Confederation Bridge is the Cape Jourimain Nature Centre, a community-operated ecotourism and environmental education facility, open to the public displaying the cultural history and environmental diversity of the region. Cross to Prince Edward Island, Canadas smallest province, over the Confederation Bridge and arrive in the charming city of Charlottetown. Overnght in Charlottetown.

Day 9 - CHARLOTTETOWN

Your day is at leisure to explore the Victorian homes and elegant squares of Charlottetown. The city is the island's commercial centre and through its harbour, the wealth of produce from the surrounding fertile farmland is funnelled for shipping. Despite the 20th-century character the city displays today, it still manages to evoke the feeling of a colonial seaport with quaint sections such as Great George Street and Old Charlotte Town. Overnight in Charlottetown.

Activity

SEA KAYAKING ( at additional cost )

Adjacent to Prince Edward Island National Park is a refreshing sea kayaking adventure. No experience is necessary. After a shore instructional session on the beach, you will take to the water. You will paddle past high cliffs and long beaches and learn about the fragile dune system, the red fox, the endangered piping plover and the great blue heron. You will stop beneath the cliffs at Cape Turner and Orby Head for a picnic. In case of rough water or strong winds, you will trailer your boats to a nearby meandering river.

Day 10 - CHARLOTTETOWN TO BADDECK ( 285 KM )

Todays journey takes you past Orwell Corner Historic Site to board the ferry across the Northumberland Strait to Nova Scotia. Drive through tranquil scenery and small communities that continue to celebrate Nova Scotias Scottish, Indian and Acadian identities. Continue into Cape Breton Island through the magnificent highland scenery that surrounds Bras dOr Lake, and drive to the delightful resort community of Baddeck. A fascinating museum here is dedicated to the life and works of Alexander Graham Bell, the inventor of the telephone. Overnight in Baddeck.

Day 11 - BADDECK

A scenic highlight of this trip is to drive the Cabot Trail into the highlands of northern Cape Breton. The trail runs past lochs and glens settled by Scottish Highlanders and along scenic coastlines settled by Acadians. You will meander through the rugged Cape Breton Highlands National Park enjoying stunning views of sea-swept headlands, steep cliffs and tranquil beaches. Hiking trails lead into the interior of the park where stunning vistas appear at each turn. Return to Baddeck through the lush Margaree Valley. Overnight in Baddeck.

Day 12 - BADDECK TO CORNER BROOK ( 280 KM )

A scenic ferry crossing between North Sydney and Channel-Port-aux-Basques starts your day en route to Corner Brook. As the ferry sails across the Cabot Strait, keep a close watch for whales and dolphins. White puffins and birds of prey that live on the spectacular cliffs can also be seen. Coastal barrens and forested mountains dominate the first impressions of Newfoundlands landscape. The best way to experience the rugged beauty of the wave-pounded coast is by hiking some of the excellent nature trails en route to Corner Brook. Overnight in Corner Brook.

Day 13 - CORNER BROOK / GROS MORNE NATIONAL PARK

Explore Gros Morne National Park (named a World Heritage Site because of its glacier-formed mountains). You can hike the trails to the summit of Gros Morne Mountain to admire the sweeping views of the Tablelands and enjoy the serenity of fishing villages enclosed by towering cliffs and steep fjords. Take advantage of the variety of activities including wildlife watching for Arctic hare, black bear, lynx and caribou. Overnight in Corner Brook.

Day 14 - CORNER BROOK TO TWILLINGATE ( 300 KM )

Today, drive east through a landscape covered with woodlands and visit some of the historic sites of the mysterious Beothuks, who once inhabited the island. Then head for the Kittiwake Coast, where dense forests give way to fabulous seascapes of inlets, coves and islands. Explore the "Roads to the Isles", an excellent vantage point for observing towering icebergs, en route to Twillingate. Overnight in Twillingate.

Day 15 - TWILLINGATE TO GANDER ( 80 KM )

Stroll along the Streets of Twillingate exploring one of Newfoundlands most picturesque fishing villages. Then take a scenic drive to Gander and take in the breathtaking views of the scenery and charming fishing villages. Gander, steeped in aviation history, is located in the heart of the provinces finest fishing area. Overnight in Gander.

Activity

ICEBERG WHALEWATCHING TOUR ( at additional cost )

Embark on the largest tour boat on the north east coast, on a whalewatching tour in the iceberg corridor of the north east coast of Newfoundland considered to be the iceberg capital of the world. You will be passing by some of the most rugged and picturesque coastlines in Newfoundland. You can expect to see humpback whales, fins, minkes, dolphins, harp seals, as well as a variety of sea birds.

Day 16 - GANDER TO TERRA NOVA NATIONAL PARK / CLARENVILLE ( 150 KM )

En route to Clarenville, you will experience the tranquility and wildlife of Terra Nova National Park. Explore the pristine wilderness along the numerous hiking trails or navigate the coastline by sea kayak. From the hills and deserted beaches, observe minke, pilot and humpback whales close to shore, while dolphins and orcas can be seen cruising Bonavista Bay. To see moose, black bears and foxes, simply hike into the marshes and forests of the interior. Overnight in Clarenville.

Day 17 - CLARENVILLE TO ST. JOHN'S ( 190 KM )

A scenic drive along the Trans-Canada Highway brings you to St. Johns. Travel along Conception Bay where the air of piracy and tall ships still lingers. The frequent mist lends a mystical aura to these parks and villages. Continue to St. Johns, the provincial capital, where colourful streets compete with the natural beauty of the surrounding hills. Overnight in St. Johns.

Day 18 - ST. JOHN'S

Today you can explore the city of St. Johns and the surrounding area. The city is one of the oldest in North America, and it emphasizes innovation and progress while cherishing continuity. Wander through the steep narrow streets of the old city and climb the rock of Signal Hill. See its many historic buildings and sites, and visit its annual festivals and events. Overnight in St. Johns.

Day 19 - ST. JOHN'S TO SYDNEY ( 130 KM )

Bid farewell to Newfoundland and cross the Avalon Peninsula to catch the ferry. Enjoy a cruise on the Atlantic Ocean. Overnight on ferry.

Day 20 - SYDNEY TO HALIFAX / END OF TOUR ( 445 KM )

Disembark in North Sydney in the morning. Drive back to Halifax Airport where you can commence your journey home.

Included:

A personalised Canada Roadbook containing essential travel information featuring overview notes of the area of travel, local sightseeing and attractions, daily itinerary highlights, provincial maps with city guides, hotel vouchers and customized day-by-day routing maps.

• Accommodation for 19 night(s).
• Ferry on Day 12: North Sydney, Nova Scotia to Channel-Port-aux-Basques, Newfoundland.
• Ferry on Day 19: Argentia, Newfoundland to North Sydney, Nova Scotia.
• Gros Morne National Park - independent wildlife viewing.

Not Included:

• Flights
• Meals and attractions unless otherwise specified.
• Airport transfers.
• Ferry charges unless otherwise specified. - Bridge tolls. - Car rental, taxes and insurance.

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