Highlights
Get off the beaten track on this exploration of Atlantic Canada, with its combination of beautiful scenery, fabulously fresh seafood and wine, interesting wildlife, and extremely friendly locals. Expect uncrowded beaches, pretty lighthouses and pristine national parks.
- Explore the historic & scenic waterfront at Halifax, with fabulous boutiques, restaurants & pubs with live entertainment
- Visit historic Lunenburg – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Stay in a remote wilderness lodge & star gaze at the incredible night skies
- Whale watching in the Bay of Fundy
- The exceptional wilderness & scenery of the Cabot Trail, with land and water based activities
- Fresh seafood, particularly lobster, plucked straight from the sea
- Discover unspoilt beaches, historic lighthouses and stunning national parks
Itinerary
Below is a suggested itinerary for self-drive trip in glorious Ontario, however, please get in touch as we can arrange completely bespoke itineraries based on your exact requirements.
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Days 1-3: Halifax
Explore the waterfront, with one of the most spectacular boardwalks in the world. Measuring 2.5 miles of beautiful sea front views, with fabulous boutiques, restaurants and pubs with live entertainment. The excellent Maritime Museum holds a unique collection of memorabilia on the Titanic, the Museum of Immigration tells the story of European Settlers to the area, or take a quick ferry ride to explore Dartmouth.
Days 4-5: Yarmouth
Raw beauty, heart-warming joie-de-vivre, and a spirit driven by the sea encapsulate daily life in Yarmouth & the Acadian Shores. Head to beautiful Brier Island for a whale watching tour: the bay here is visited by 12 species of whale who come to mate, play and feast on plankton.
Day 8-9: Cape Breton Highlands
Join the Cabot Trail, which takes you through Cape Breton Highlands National Park - one of Canada’s most exceptional wilderness areas with 26 hiking trails to explore
Days 11-14: Eastern Shore
Pristine wilderness, historically-themed attractions, authentic fishing communities, and beaches stretching as far as the eye can see along the Eastern Shore. Stop off at Sherbrooke Village to experience life in the 1800s, where you can walk through carefully preserved homes and hear from costumed interpreters, including blacksmiths, potters, weavers, and printers. Alternatively, explore the Wild Islands by sea kayak, go clam digging or set off on a coastal hiking adventure: these islands offer explorers sheltered coves, turquoise waters, windswept headlands and unique boreal rainforests.
Photo credits: Destination Halifax, Parks Canada, Susan Hill
Cost and pricing
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