Day 1

St. Andrews, NB

We begin our trek with a welcome dinner, orientation and social hour. We depart soon on our 2300 mile Maritime Adventure.

Day 2

St. Andrews, NB

Tour Ministers Island and see Sir William Van Horne’s summer residence built in 1890.

Day 3

Moncton, NB

Travel to Moncton. Tour Cape Enrage lighthouse station standing atop the 150-ft ocean cliffs overlooking the giant tides of the Bay of Fundy.

Day 4

Moncton, NB

See the Hopewell Rocks Ocean Tidal Exploration Site. Walk on the ocean floor at low tide as you explore the Flowerpot Rocks. Visit the multi-media exhibit in the Interpretive Center.

Day 5

Brackley Beach, PEI

Travel over the Confederation Bridge (an engineering marvel) to Prince Edward Island. After you get settled in the campground we will visit Woodleigh Replicas & Gardens, a British Theme Park located in the heart of Burlington. Covering 45 acres of gorgeous countryside, Woodleigh is as beautiful as it is unique. See 30 replicas of the most spectacular castles and cathedrals of the British Isles, nestled among the rolling hills and gardens.

Day 6

PEI

Today we depart on an all-day tour, "Land of Anne". View rolling farmlands, stunning seascapes, tiny villages and bustling harbors along the Blue Heron Drive as we get ready to tour the North Shore area. Brief photo stops at quaint little fishing villages, lighthouses and the world class Cavendish Beach. Tour on your own at Green Gables House - This old farm site inspired L.M. Montgomery's first novel, Anne of Green Gables, published in 1908. A must stop for a leisurely riverside lunch (not included) will be at Prince Edward Island Preserve Company, located in one of Canada's prettiest villages. Go back in time at L.M. Montgomery's Birthplace and explore special exhibits on display. Browse through the craft shops in the area before we drive on to French River, where you will enjoy a breathtaking combination of blue water, green rolling hills, and red soil-the perfect photo opportunity! Our final destination will be the Lake of Shining Waters that inspired L. M. Montgomery at Silver Bush and Green Gables Museum.
In the evening, we will enjoy a lobster meal.

Day 7

PEI

Free Day - use the day to relax or see some of the numerous local attractions in the Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island area.
In the evening we see the play “Anne of Green Gables”

Day 8

Truro, NS

Take the Caribou-Wood Island Ferry to Pictou, Nova Scotia and then travel on to Truro. Enjoy a hamburger cookout prepared by the staff.

Day 9

Annapolis Royal, NS

Travel to Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia. After we get settled in at the campground, we visit the Historical Gardens.

Day 10

Annapolis Royal, NS

Today we visit the historic town of Annapolis Royal:

• Fort Anne National Historic Site - a present day reminder of a time when conflict between Europe's empire builders was acted out on the shores of the Annapolis River.
• Port Royal National Historic Site - features a reconstruction of early 17th- century buildings representing the former colony of the French who settled for a time along the Nova Scotia coast. Costumed interpreters and period demonstrations help recreate the look and feel of Port-Royal, one of the earliest settlements in North America.
• Tidal Power Generating Station - Demonstrates the generation of hydro-electric power from the Fundy tides; the only saltwater generating station in North America. Display of the tidal-power plant and a scenic view of the tidal flow at the interpretive center.

In the evening, prepare to be scared on the Candlelight Graveyard Tour.

Day 11

Lunenburg, NS

Travel through some of the most beautiful farmland and rolling landscape in Nova Scotia to Lunenburg on the Atlantic coast.

Day 12

Lunenburg, NS

Your journey to the South Shore will be full of stories of this beautiful and historic area. You will hear tales of rum running, fishing, boat building and legends about the pirates of Oak Island. Your first stop will be Mahone Bay. Travel along the shore to the home of Nova Scotia's largest fishing fleet - Lunenburg - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your visit to Lunenberg will include either a walking tour or admission to the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic.
Peggy's Cove - Known as the idyllic fishing village, Peggy's Cove is one of most popular stops in Atlantic Canada. Set on rocky shores, the lighthouse and village at Peggy's Cove are a photographer's paradise.
Swiss Air Flight 111 Memorial - On September 2, 1998, Swiss Air Flight 111 developed a fire on board and crashed into the Atlantic off of Peggy's Cove leaving no survivors. The memorial is dedicated to those who lost their lives and to the people of Nova Scotia who gave tirelessly to the victim's families.

Day 13

Halifax, NS

Travel along Nova Scotia's eastern shore to Halifax. Get settled in the campground and prepare for a few days of fun.

Day 14

Halifax, NS

Today we take the Deluxe Halifax City Tour where you will see many famous sites in Halifax including the Titanic Graveyard, site of the 1917 harbor explosion, the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site to name a few stops. We continue our exploration of Halifax with a visit to the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.

Day 15

Halifax, NS

On the special "Tattoo Maritime Adventure".......Attend the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo - Quite simply - the world’s largest annual indoor show! Featuring over 2,000 world-class Canadian and international military and civilian performers, the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo continues to live up to its reputation as one of the world’s premier cultural and entertainment events. On all other tour dates, this is a free day.

Day 16

Sherbrooke, NS

Sherbrooke Village depicts a typical Nova Scotian village from 1860 to pre-WW1.  With approximately 80 buildings, over 25 of those open to the public, it is the largest Nova Scotia Museum site.

Day 17

Baddeck, New Breton Island, NS

Travel to New Breton Island along the shores of the island's beautiful inland sea - the Bras D'Or Lakes. After you get settled in the campground, we visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site where you will learn of his many inventions including the hydrofoil.

Day 18

Baddeck, New Breton Island, NS

Board the bus for an all day tour traveling the length of the Cabot Trail. Named for famous explorer John Cabot, the Cabot Trail winds around the rocky splendor of Cape Breton's northern shore, ascending to the incredible plateaus of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. This magnificent highway is carved to the sides of mountains that rise high above the shimmering waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. View points offer unforgettable vistas of Cape Breton's rugged coastline, where pods of whales can often be seen just offshore and bald eagles soar aloft on the ocean breezes.

Day 19

North Sydney, NS

Get settled into the campground for some needed rest because we leave for Newfoundland the next day.

Day 20

Codroy, NL

We line-up early at the ferry terminal for our 7 hour crossing of the Cabot Strait to Newfoundland. On board watch for whale, enjoy lunch in the cafeteria, a drink in the lounge, watch a movie or just relax with a good book. After we arrive in Port aux Basque, Newfoundland, we travel north to the campground in Codroy for a “Screetch In” welcome to Newfoundland party.

Day 21

Rocky Harbor, NL

Located in scenic Gros Morne National Park, Rocky Harbor is a picturesque coastal village. Be sure to stock up on seafood at the wharf.

Day 22

Rocky Harbor, NL

Bonne Bay boat tour in Gros Morne National Park. See wildlife and sea life as you explore the inland fjord of Western Brook Pond.

Day 23

St. Anthony, NL

Travel to St. Anthony, known for its rich fishing history.

Day 24

St. Anthony, NL

Today we travel to L'Anse aux Meadows where we will see a Viking settlement; the earliest know settlement in the New World. We will also visit a recreation of Viking life; The Norstead Historical Presentation with a recreation of a Viking Village staffed by helpful guides in period costumes.

Day 25

St. Anthony, NL

Free Day - continue exploring the local area.
In the evening, we attend the Viking Feast. The Great Viking Feast provides a humorous look at Viking life. Their merry band of Vikings let you steal the show at the Viking court after feasting some of the most unique and delicious food you will encounter during your travels.

Day 26

Deer Lake, NL

Travel to beautiful Deer Lake. Tour the Insectarium. The Insectarium has been recognized as one of the best attractions in Eastern Canada. It features hundreds of live tropical butterflies in the indoor garden, thousands of honeybees in the observation hive and over one hundred other live and static displays.

Day 27

Port aux Basque, NL

It is a long day of travel to Port aux Basque and we have to wake up early to board the ferry. We dry camp here so as to make an easy departure.

Day 28

Louisbourg, NS

Again we take the ferry back to Nova Scotia where we disembark and travel to the campground in Louisbourg.

Day 29

Louisbourg, NS

Fortress of Louisbourg - Step back in time to 1744. Experience Louisbourg, a thriving seaport and capital of Ile Royale (Cape Breton Island). The Fortress was one of the busiest harbors in North America during the 18th Century and one of France's key economic and military centers in the New World. Today it stands as North America's largest historical reconstruction.

Day 30

Moncton, NB

Again, travel along Cape Bretons inland sea, Bras D'Or Lakes to Moncton for some much needed rest.

Day 31

Saint John, NB

Travel to St. John, New Brunswick. Here we take a bus tour where we learn about this historic town and see the famous reversing falls. In the evening, we enjoy a farewell dinner where it is time to say goodbye to your many new friends.