Day 5 - Halifax
Morning sightseeing of the city of Halifax is arranged with a local guide. Observe atop Citadel Hill: the bustling harbor front with Halifax’s famous harbor where ships have come and gone for many years. Halifax is the resting place for many Titanic victims and we’ll have a chance to pay our respects. Travel the Lighthouse Route and on to the lovely seaport village of Lunenburg, the famous shipbuilding and fishing center of Canada. We’ll spot countless islands and coves before arriving in Lunenburg and savor a tasty lunch at the Fish Factory Restaurant. We’ll stop for an awe-inspiring stroll along the waters’ edge. Our afternoon will take us out to famous Peggy’s Cove, a quaint little fishing village which stands on a solid rock that offers sweeping coastal views.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6 - Halifax to Baddeck
We’ll travel the “Road to the Isles” over the Conso Strait to Cape Breton Island, rich in fall colors. See Bras d’Or Lake, a beautiful inland sea. Later we will visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Park which houses Bell’s most remarkable collection of early inventions. Our resort is set along the hillside with views of the shores of Bras d’Or Lake, located in the heart of Baddeck, a scenic village reflecting the atmosphere of old Scotland. Take some time to stroll through the peaceful fishing village and private coves of Baddeck. Dinner will be at the lodge.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel: Inverary Inn
Day 7 - Baddeck
Brace yourself for some of the most breathtaking scenery as we take one of the world’s most scenic drives: the Cabot Trail winds through Cape Breton Highlands National Park, past majestic rock bluffs, through deep stream-lined valleys, and over the summits of lofty peaks. We’ll stop along the way at Flora’s gift shop with hand-crafted goods made by the local Acadian French artists in their native traditions. Lunch will be on your own at Pleasant Bay along the beautiful Cabot Trail before we continue exploring Cape Breton Island in all its autumn splendor with many photo stops along the way. Dinner will be served at the lodge.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8 Baddeck to PEI.
We’ll ferry to the birthplace of Canada, Prince Edward Island, where unspoiled beauty abounds on this peaceful isle--a favorite summer resort destination. A sunny day on Prince Edward Island is like nowhere else on earth! In Charlottetown, we’ll admire lovely Victorian homes and gardens. Prince Edward Island is famous for its lobster, so what better place to enjoy a maritime lobster dinner in the evening!
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel: The Islander
Day 9 - Prince Edward Island
Our tour of this lovely island will display the magnificent beaches of Prince Edward Island National Park and the rich farmlands of red soil and rolling hillsides with the beautiful Atlantic Ocean as a backdrop. Enjoy lunch on your own at a favorite countryside restaurant. Visit Green Gables, the literary home of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s “Anne of Green Gables.” You’ll be evening guests at Rainbow Valley frolic house party featuring great food and local talent.
Included Meals: Light Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10 - PEI to St. Andrew by the Sea
Departing the island we’ll cross the Northumberland Strait on the Confederation Bridge which spans the Island and New Brunswick. Take some time to browse in the local shops and visitor center of the Gateway Village just below the Confederation Bridge. We’ll follow the Kennebecasis River Valley to St. John, with lunch on our own overlooking the Reversing Falls. Arriving in beautiful St. Andrew by the Sea, we’ll check into the grand Algonquin Hotel. Dinner will be on your own so you may choose from the outstanding restaurants in the hotel or select one along the water’s edge in the downtown village.
Included Meals: Light Breakfast
Hotel: Algonquin Hotel
Day 11 - St. Andrew to Bar Harbor
Embark on a fascinating nature boat cruise along the coastline enroute to Campobello Island, the place where Franklin D. Roosevelt’s summer cottage is set. Later depart for Bar Harbor, which is graced with quaint shops, galleries, and picturesque vistas. You’ll be on your own for dinner as Bar Harbor offers a variety of charming restaurants and cafes, many on the lovely waterfront.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Boxed Lunch
Hotel: Bar Harbor Grand Hotel
Day 12 - Bar Harbor
Visit Acadia National Park and Mt. Desert Island, which offers lovely harbors and coves perfectly nestled among forested lands, then drive the summit of Cadillac Mountain for a spectacular view of the rugged coast. Take some time to allow Bar Harbor’s colorful past come to life before our farewell dinner celebration.
Included Meals: Light Breakfast, Dinner
Day 13 - Bar Harbor to Home
Continue down the coast to Boston where we’ll catch our flight home.
Included Meals: Breakfast