Bar Harbor & the Canadian Maritime Provinces

Featuring the Coastal Towns and Villages of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island

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Aug 9 - Aug 13, 2025
11 days | 10 nights

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Canadian Maritimes. Visit Peggy’s Cove to see its iconic lighthouse, a resilient symbol of maritime history. Experience the vibrant culture of Halifax, where past and present blend seamlessly. Travel the Cabot Trail, offering breathtaking vistas at every turn. Discover the charm of Prince Edward Island, with its red sand beaches, rolling landscapes, and the legacy of Anne of Green Gables. This maritime adventure promises coastal beauty, cultural richness, and lasting memories.

  • Guided tour of Acadia National Park
  • Cruise across the Bay of Fundy
  • Scenic drive along the Cabot Trail
  • Alexander Graham Bell Museum
  • Anne of Green Gables sites
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DAY 1: WELCOME TO MAINE!

Head to Boston and travel north to southern Maine for a one-night stay. D

DAY 2: BAR HARBOR

Travel “down east” to picturesque Bar Harbor, Maine. Nowhere along the Atlantic seaboard is the “stern and rockbound coast” more picturesque than Acadia National Park! With a local expert, explore the Loop Road, including stops for pictures of Cadillac Mountain and more. Overnight on the coast of Maine. B, D

DAY 3: BAY OF FUNDY FERRY

With passports in hand, we are off to St. John, New Brunswick, to board a ferry for a cruise across the Bay of Fundy, one of Canada’s Natural Wonders. You may spot a whale playing in the high tides before arriving in coastal Digby, Nova Scotia. Travel across scenic Nova Scotia to Halifax for a two-night stay near the Harbor Waterfront. B, L

DAY 4: PEGGY’S COVE AND HALIFAX

Make the journey to picturesque Peggy’s Cove to visit the rustic charm of this famous fishing village and lighthouse. Our local guide will then lead us back to Halifax to explore its legacy and charm. B, D

DAY 5: BADDECK

After a leisurely breakfast, take time to explore more of historic downtown Halifax on your own. Continue to Baddeck, Nova Scotia, for a two-night stay and experience their warm Cape Breton hospitality. B, D

DAY 6: CABOT TRAIL

Spend the day on one of Canada’s most famous scenic drives – The Cabot Trail. Stop to visit the “hookers” making rugs and take many photos from viewpoint high above the Atlantic Ocean. B, L

DAY 7: PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Visit one of Canada’s most popular sites, the impressive Alexander Graham Bell Museum, overlooking Bras d’Or Lake. Cross the Northumberland Strait to Prince Edward Island aboard the MV Holiday Island Ferry, featuring outdoor seating with stunning views and indoor seating with music and entertainment for a two-night stay in Charlottetown, PEI. B, D

DAY 8: PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Explore this intriguing island and visit Anne of Green Gables sites, beautiful coastlines and quaint villages. Enjoy Cavendish Boardwalk before dinner and a performance at Confederation of the Arts Centre Theatre (show TBD). B, D

DAY 9: SAINT JOHN, NB

Cross the picturesque, 9-mile Confederation Bridge into New Brunswick to see a natural phenomenon – the Hopewell Rocks – you must see them to believe them! After dinner, check into your hotel for a one-night stay. B, D

DAY 10: ST. ANDREWS

Visit the seaside town of St. Andrews, with its charming atmosphere and breathtaking vistas, before continuing on to Portland, Maine, and a farewell dinner and overnight stay. B, D

DAY 11: RETURN FLIGHT HOME B

ACCOMMODATIONS:
Night 1: Harraseeket Inn, Freeport, ME
Night 2: Best Western Acadia Park Inn, Bar Harbor, ME
Nights 3-4: Marriott Courtyard, Halifax
Nights 5-6: Silver Dart Lodge, Baddeck (or similar)
Nights 7-8: Rodd Hotel & Resort, Charlottetown
Night 9: Hilton Saint John, Saint John
Night 10: Hilton Garden Inn, Portland, ME (or similar)

Dates

  • Departure: August 9, 2025
  • Return: August 19, 2025

Price Per Person

  • Double: $4,349
  • Triple/Quad: $3,869
  • Single: $5,579

*Includes roundtrip flight from STL/MCI

*Passport Required

Identification
Valid US passport required.

Average Temperatures:

Bar Harbor, ME: 68° / 50°

St. John, MB: 66° / 47°

Charlottetown, CA: 64° / 50°

Cape Breton, CA: 60° / 40°

Halifax, CA: 66° / 53°

Luggage
Orange luggage tags are provided and are to be placed on your “checked luggage” (large bag). You do not need a tag for your carry-on bag, for which you will be responsible for taking on and off the coach. There is limited space in the cabin of the coach, so unless you require your carry-on bag while traveling, we will stow it in the luggage compartment.

US National Parks Note
All National Park visits will include an opportunity to stamp your NPS Passport.

Canadian Trip Information
The currency is the Canadian Dollar. Although credit cards are recommended for ease in monetary transactions, there will be places where you may convert your US currency to Canadian Dollars. The current exchange rate is $0.80 USD = $1 CAD. Gratuities should be paid in the local currency whenever possible. Like the USA, Canada uses 110 volts, 60 Hz. It is not necessary to use an adaptor or converter with appliances and devices that you use in the US. Please check with your carrier regarding cell phone service and fees.

Please note that Canada views any type of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) conviction as a serious offense. A past conviction of DUI will likely not allow one to travel into Canada. Should this be a concern, we suggest visiting the following website for information: http://www.cic.gc.ca.

Important Information
Reservations will require $250 per person deposit for this tour. Some or all of your deposit may be non-refundable per our cancellation schedule noted in these Terms & Conditions below. We are happy to accept cash, check (preferred) or credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover) for your deposit.

Terms and Conditions
Please refer to our policies HERE for more information on our terms and conditions.

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