July 30th - August 10th, 2025
Day 1: Wednesday, July 30, 2025, We stay the night in Chicago, IL.
Day 2: Thursday, July 31, 2025, Fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Halifax, Nova Scotia
Explore the picture-perfect region known as Canada’s Maritime Provinces. Venture along its rugged and pristine beauty, all while getting to know its Acadian, Mi’kmaq, and Gaelic cultures. Settle into Halifax with a free evening. (B)
Day 3: Friday, August 1, 2025, Halifax - Peggy’s Cove - Halifax
Stunning landscapes await. Head to one of Canada's most picturesque spots – Peggy’s Cove. Set along the Atlantic coast, the cove is home to a historic lighthouse that offers incredible views of the surrounding area. Continue to Halifax, exploring its charming downtown on a tour highlighting the waterfront, Public Gardens, Spring Garden Road, and the famous Citadel. (B, D)
Day 4: Saturday, August 2, 2025, Halifax - Mahone Bay- Lunenburg - Halifax
Experience the small fishing village of Mahone Bay before traveling along the beautiful Lighthouse Route towards Lunenburg. Choose how you explore this town because it’s your choice! Delve into the local heritage at the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic -OR- embark on a locally guided walking tour to discover Lunenburg’s unique architecture. End your day back in Halifax for an evening on your own. (B)
Day 5: Sunday, August 3, 2025, Halifax - Cape Breton Island - Baddeck
Start your morning at the Millbrook Cultural and Heritage Centre to learn about the Mi’kmaq lineage and Glooscap legends. Travel the Canso Causeway on the way to stunning Cape Breton Island where you will explore the amazing range of inventions on display at the Alexander Graham Bell Museum. This evening, enjoy a dinner of local flavors. (B,D)
Day 6: Monday, August 4, 2025, Baddeck - Cabot Trail - Baddeck
Set off for a full-day exploration of the Cabot Trail. Fall in love with its rugged terrain and spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. Visit the famed St. Peter’s Church in Cheticamp. Enjoy a picnic lunch in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Take in the quaint charms of nearby fishing communities along the coast, including the lovely Neil’s Harbour. (B, L)
Day 7: Tuesday, August 5, 2025, Baddeck - Prince Edward Island
This morning, you’ll spend time at the Gaelic College, where you’ll see a brief kilt-making demonstration and learn a few handy Gaelic phrases. Join in the fun of a “milling frolic,” singing a Gaelic song and tapping to the rhythm. Later today, take a short ferry ride to Prince Edward Island, the “Land Cradled on the Waves.” Arrive in Charlottetown with time to explore this fascinating city on your own. (B)
Day 8: Wednesday, August 6, 2025 Prince Edward Island
Get to know the rolling landscapes of Prince Edward Island, the backdrop of the acclaimed novel, Anne of Green Gables. Arrive in Cavendish and view Prince Edward Island National Park’s pristine beaches. Visit the Anne of Green Gables Museum to learn the craft of potato farming from a farmer, with a first-hand lesson on the island’s leading agricultural industry. This evening, pick up your shell crackers for an essential lobster supper including PEI mussels. Hone your technique with a lesson on how to crack and eat lobster. (B, D)
Day 9: Thursday, August 7, 2025, Prince Edward Island- Saint John, New Brunswick
Leave Prince Edward Island behind as you cross the Confederation Bridge. Travel along the shoreline to the amazing Hopewell Rocks.* A New Brunswick icon, these flowerpot-shaped rocks were carved by the Fundy tides and rise 4-stories high at low tide, only to disappear into tiny islands after the tide rolls back in. Continue to the city of Saint John where you’ll enjoy a 2- night stay in the bustling waterfront area. (B)
Day 10: Friday, August 8, 2025, Saint John
Greet the awe-inspiring Fundy Trail early this morning. Stop along the way to take in an endless stretch of breathtaking vistas. Sample authentic Maritimes dulse (seaweed) and fiddleheads, accompanied by traditional fiddle music. Savor a traditional seafood feast at a restaurant on the world-famous Bay of Fundy. On your way back, gaze out your window at St. Martin’s covered bridges. The rest of the day is yours back in Saint John. Perhaps you’ll decide to join an optional walking food tour highlighting Saint John’s history and flavors. (B, L)
Day 11: Saturday, August 9, 2025, Saint John - Halifax, Nova Scotia
Onboard a ferry for Nova Scotia, and make a stop at the Grand-Pré National Historic Site. Uncover the complex history of the Acadian people. Continue on to Halifax and enjoy time for yourself before a farewell dinner, toasting to the end of your Maritimes journey. (B, D)
Day 12: Sunday, August 10, 2025, Halifax - Tour Ends
Today you depart the Maritimes, taking home countless memories of this coastal wonderland. (B)
Your trip includes 11 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 4 Dinners, luxury motorcoach transportation to and from the airport, airfare, and all tour director gratuities.
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Please note
The overall activity level of this tour is a level 2. This means you like a balanced approach to travel. Walking two to three miles over the course of a day is no problem for you. You can handle a variety of terrains, from cobblestone streets to moderate hills with relative ease and without assistance. While the maximum walking tour is no more than one mile or one hour, most days include over 2 hours of driving time and three days include over 4 hours of driving time. Expect some full days balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. You can handle altitudes up to 6,000 feet. While this level is appropriate for travelers that require mobility assistance devices, there could be times when you may have to sit out on some of the included activities.
If you require any special assistance while on tour, please make us aware at the time of your reservation. Accessible accommodations may not be available at all locations, so we will need to be aware of your specific needs to try to make accommodations for you.
Please be advised baggage fees may apply on most flights. These fees are levied by each specific airline and may be subject to change.
Please be advised many airlines do not provide advance seat assignments until check-in at the airport. Advance seating will be subject to the airline's terms and conditions.
All local culinary experiences listed in the itinerary may be substituted with a non-seafood alternative.
The order of sightseeing is subject to change.
Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Identification
Passports are required for this tour at your expense. Certain countries require that your passport be valid for at least six months beyond the dates of your travel. A copy of your passport will be required by Timi's Tours at the time of booking.
IMPORTANT: We recommend that travelers take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact.
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