Canadian Maritimes Adventure
Canadian Maritimes Adventure
Canadian Maritimes Adventure
10 Days Starting and ending in Halifax, Canada
Visiting: Halifax, Saint John, Charlottetown, Baddeck, Cape Breton Highlands National Park, North America
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Tour code:
8350-2025
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on the Canadian Maritimes Adventure, a captivating journey through the scenic landscapes and charming towns of Eastern Canada. Begin in Halifax, where you can relax or explore at your leisure. Discover the dramatic tides of Hopewell Rocks and the historic charm of Saint John. Enjoy an excursion to the picturesque St. Andrews-by-the-Sea, and marvel at the natural phenomenon of the Reversing Falls. Cross the Confederation Bridge to Charlottetown, tour Prince Edward Island, and visit the iconic Green Gables Heritage Place. Travel to Baddeck, explore the Cabot Trail, and visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. Conclude your adventure with a visit to Peggy’s Cove and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Lunenburg. This tour offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and leisurely exploration.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Halifax
Location: Halifax
Accommodation Name: Hotel Halifax
Welcome to Halifax! Upon arrival enjoy some time at leisure to relax or explore on your own. Your Tour Director is on hand from 3-6pm this afternoon in the lobby to answer any questions.
HALIFAX Welcome to Halifax! Upon arrival enjoy some time at leisure to relax or explore on your own. Your Tour Director is on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.
Day 2: Halifax,Hopewell Rocks,Saint John
Location: Halifax
Accommodation Name: Chateau Saint John
Depart Halifax for Hopewell Rocks located along the shores of the Bay of Fundy, home of the highest tides in the world, which rise and fall up to 52 feet. Visit Fundy National Park before traveling to Saint John for a two-night stay.
HALIFAX–HOPEWELL ROCKS–SAINT JOHN Depart Halifax for Hopewell Rocks located along the shores of the Bay of Fundy, home of the highest tides in the world, which rise and fall up to 52 feet. Visit Fundy National Park before traveling to Saint John for a two-night stay.
Day 3: Saint John. Excursion To St. Andrews By-The-Sea
Location: Saint John
Accommodation Name: Chateau Saint John
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel south and take an orientation tour of the charming seaside resort of St. Andrews-by-the-Sea. Have time to explore the historic downtown with its quaint shops and Market Square or visit Kingsbrae Gardens, named one of Canada’s Top Ten Public Gardens. Or take home a whale of a tale on an optional whale-watching and wildlife cruise!
SAINT JOHN. EXCURSION TO ST. ANDREWS BY-THE-SEA Travel south and take an orientation tour of the charming seaside resort of St. Andrews-by-the-Sea. Explore historic Main Street with its quaint shops or take an optional whale-watching and wildlife cruise. (CB)
Day 4: Saint John,Charlottetown
Location: Saint John
Accommodation Name: Rodd Royalty
Meals Included: Breakfast
See the Saint John River, home to Reversing Falls, a natural tidal phenomenon, before leaving Saint John and driving across 8-mile-long Confederation Bridge, Canada's longest bridge, to Charlottetown, the capital of Prince Edward Island. Tonight is at leisure. Perhaps don a bib and pass the butter at an optional lobster supper!
SAINT JOHN–CHARLOTTETOWN See the Reversing Falls, a natural tidal phenomenon, before leaving Saint John and driving across 8-mile-long Confederation Bridge, Canada's longest bridge, to Charlottetown, the capital of Prince Edward Island. Tonight is at leisure. Perhaps join our optional excursion to enjoy a traditional lobster supper at a local restaurant. (CB)
Day 5: Charlottetown
Location: Charlottetown
Accommodation Name: Rodd Royalty
Meals Included: Breakfast
Tour the island with a Local Guide and see sandy beaches and wind-swept dunes at Prince Edward Island National Park. Stop at the seaside port of North Rustico to learn about its famous fishing industry and visit Green Gables Heritage Place, setting for the Anne of Green Gables novels. Afternoon is at leisure.
CHARLOTTETOWN Tour the island with a Local Guide, seeing the sandy beaches and wind-swept dunes at Prince Edward Island National Park, stopping at the seaside port of North Rustico to learn about its famous fishing industry and visiting Green Gables Heritage Place, setting for the Anne of Green Gables novels. Afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 6: Charlottetown,Baddeck
Location: Baddeck
Accommodation Name: Ceilidh Country Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Board a ferry and cross Northumberland Strait for Nova Scotia. Arrive in Baddeck, Gateway to the Cabot Trail, on the shores of Bras d’Or Lake. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site to see exhibits tracing the great achievements of the inventor of the telephone.
CHARLOTTETOWN–BADDECK Board a ferry and cross Northumberland Strait for Nova Scotia. Arrive in Baddeck, Gateway to the Cabot Trail, on the shores of the Bras d’Or Lake. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site to see exhibits tracing the great achievements of the inventor of the telephone. (B)
Day 7: Baddeck. Excursion To Cape Breton Highlands National Park & Cabot Trail
Location: Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Accommodation Name: Ceilidh Country Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey on the world-famous Cabot Trail, a spectacular scenic highway with panoramic views of rugged cliffs, deep valleys, forested slopes, and the North Atlantic and Gulf of St. Lawrence. Enter Cape Breton Highlands National Park, with landscapes resembling Scottish coastal regions. Return to Baddeck for an evening at leisure.
BADDECK. EXCURSION TO CAPE BRETON HIGHLANDS NATIONAL PARK & CABOT TRAIL Journey on the world-famous Cabot Trail, a spectacular scenic highway with panoramic views of rugged cliffs, deep valleys, forested slopes, and the North Atlantic and Gulf of St. Lawrence. Enter Cape Breton Highlands National Park, with landscapes resembling Scottish coastal regions. Return to Baddeck for an evening at leisure. (CB)
Day 8: Baddeck,Halifax
Location: Halifax
Accommodation Name: Hotel Halifax
Meals Included: Breakfast
Depart Baddeck and return to Halifax. Take a city tour with highlights that include the Public Gardens, Canadian Forces Base, the country’s largest military base and home of the Royal Canadian Navy Atlantic Fleet, and Fairview Lawn Cemetery, final resting place for over one hundred victims of the Titanic. Remainder of the day is at leisure.
BADDECK–HALIFAX Depart Baddeck and return to Halifax. Take a city tour with highlights that include the Public Gardens, Canadian Forces Base, the country’s largest military base and home of the Royal Canadian Navy Atlantic Fleet, and Fairview Lawn Cemetery, final resting place for over one hundred victims of the Titanic. Remainder of the day is at leisure. (CB)
Day 9: Halfax. Excurson To Peggy’S Cove & Lunenburg
Location: Halifax
Accommodation Name: Hotel Halifax
Start the day with a visit to picturesque Peggy’s Cove with its historic lighthouse, the most photographed in Canada. Then stop at Acadian Maple Products and learn about the history and production of pure Nova Scotia maple syrup. Continue to Lunenberg, one of only two urban communities in North America designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy the colorful streetscapes of this charming harbor town. Visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic to learn about the rich and diverse fishing heritage and coastal way of life.
HALFAX. EXCURSON TO PEGGY’S COVE & LUNENBURG Start the day with a visit to picturesque Peggy’s Cove with its historic lighthouse, the most photographed in Canada. Then stop at Acadian Maple Products and learn about the history and production of pure Nova Scotia maple syrup. Continue to Lunenberg, one of only two urban communities in North America designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy the colorful streetscapes of this charming harbor town. Visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic to learn about the rich and diverse fishing heritage and coastal way of life.
Day 10: Halifax
Location: Halifax
Your vacation ends this morning. You may choose to extend your vacation in Halifax with extra nights to explore further.
HALIFAX Your vacation ends this morning. You may choose to extend your vacation in Halifax with extra nights to explore further.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay at Hotel Halifax in Halifax, Chateau Saint John in Saint John, Rodd Royalty in Charlottetown, and Ceilidh Country Lodge in Baddeck.
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Guided Tours
Tour the island with a Local Guide, including visits to Prince Edward Island National Park, North Rustico, and Green Gables Heritage Place.
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Transportation
Travel by ferry across Northumberland Strait for Nova Scotia and journey on the world-famous Cabot Trail.
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City Tours
Take a city tour of Halifax with highlights including the Public Gardens, Canadian Forces Base, and Fairview Lawn Cemetery.
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National Park Visits
Visit Fundy National Park, Cape Breton Highlands National Park, and Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site.
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Excursions
Excursions to Peggy’s Cove, Lunenburg, and St. Andrews-by-the-Sea.
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Meals
Continental breakfast (CB) and breakfast (B) on selected days.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Optional whale-watching and wildlife cruise, and optional lobster supper.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
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Flights
International and domestic flights to and from Halifax are not included.
Notes
Enjoy the fall colors of the Canadian Maritimes on our special Fall Foliage departures September 19 & September 26 (Mother Nature permitting).
UNESCO Sites
Old Town Lunenburg
Accommodation
Halifax: Hotel Halifax, Saint John: Chateau Saint John, Charlottetown: Rodd Royalty, Baddeck: Ceilidh Country Lodge
Mode of Transport
Travel by coach through the scenic Canadian Maritimes, including ferry crossings and a drive across the Confederation Bridge.
Check out our Q&As
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What can I expect on the first day of the Canadian Maritimes Adventure tour?
On the first day, you will arrive in Halifax and have some time at leisure to relax or explore on your own. Your Tour Director will be available in the lobby from 3-6pm to answer any questions you may have.
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What activities are planned for Day 2 of the tour?
On Day 2, you will depart Halifax for Hopewell Rocks along the shores of the Bay of Fundy, known for the highest tides in the world. You will visit Fundy National Park before traveling to Saint John for a two-night stay.
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Is there an optional activity available on Day 3?
Yes, on Day 3, you have the option to take a whale-watching and wildlife cruise while visiting St. Andrews-by-the-Sea.
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What unique experience is offered on Day 4?
On Day 4, you will see the Reversing Falls, a natural tidal phenomenon, and drive across the 8-mile-long Confederation Bridge to Charlottetown. There is also an optional lobster supper available in the evening.
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What will we see on the island tour on Day 5?
On Day 5, you will tour Prince Edward Island with a Local Guide, seeing sandy beaches and wind-swept dunes at Prince Edward Island National Park. You will also stop at the seaside port of North Rustico to learn about its fishing industry and visit Green Gables Heritage Place.
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What historical site will we visit on Day 6?
On Day 6, you will visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck to see exhibits tracing the achievements of the inventor of the telephone.
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What scenic route will we take on Day 7?
On Day 7, you will journey on the world-famous Cabot Trail, a scenic highway with panoramic views of rugged cliffs, deep valleys, forested slopes, and the North Atlantic and Gulf of St. Lawrence. You will also enter Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
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What are the highlights of the city tour in Halifax on Day 8?
On Day 8, the city tour in Halifax includes highlights such as the Public Gardens, Canadian Forces Base, and Fairview Lawn Cemetery, the final resting place for over one hundred victims of the Titanic.
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What will we visit in Peggy’s Cove and Lunenburg on Day 9?
On Day 9, you will visit Peggy’s Cove with its historic lighthouse, Acadian Maple Products to learn about maple syrup production, and Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will also visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic.
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What happens on the last day of the tour?
On the last day, your vacation ends in the morning. You have the option to extend your stay in Halifax with extra nights to explore further.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1961
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.
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Cosmos requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of cosmos charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.