Discover the natural beauty, coastal scenery, and maritime heritage of Atlantic Canada on a journey through Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island. From Halifax, travel to New Brunswick and the Bay of Fundy, home to the world’s highest tides. Visit Hopewell Rocks, where dramatic sandstone formations have been sculpted by years of tidal erosion. Spend two nights in Saint John, Canada’s oldest incorporated city, and enjoy an excursion to the historic seaside town of St. Andrews by-the-Sea. While there, have the opportunity to go on an optional whale-watching and wildlife cruise.Cross the Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island, known for its red-sand beaches, fresh seafood, and pastoral landscapes. During your two-night stay in Charlottetown, visit Green Gables Heritage Place, the inspiration for Lucy Maud Montgomery’s beloved novel, Anne of Green Gables. Return to Nova Scotia by ferry and continue to Cape Breton Island for a two-night stay in Baddeck. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site and learn about the inventor’s remarkable achievements. Then experience the spectacular Cabot Trail, one of North America’s most scenic coastal drives, with stops at viewpoints throughout Cape Breton Highlands National Park.Your journey concludes with two nights in Halifax. Visit iconic Peggy’s Cove, famous for its lighthouse and rugged Atlantic shoreline, and continue to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lunenburg, home to one of the best-preserved British colonial settlements in North America.From dramatic coastlines and national parks to historic towns and natural wonders, this value-minded Canadian Maritimes vacation showcases the best of Atlantic Canada.
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available). Your Tour Includes:• Guided sightseeing in Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park, Fundy National Park, Prince Edward Island National Park, and Cape Breton Highlands National Park• Orientation tours of Saint John and the charming seaside town of St. Andrews-by-the-Sea• Cross the Confederation Bridge, one of the world's longest bridges spanning the Northumberland Strait• Guided sightseeing in Prince Edward Island and Halifax• Visit Green Gables Heritage Place, inspired by Lucy Maud Montgomery's beloved novel, Anne of Green Gables• Ferry crossing from Prince Edward Island to Nova Scotia• Explore the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site and learn about the inventor's life and achievements• Drive the spectacular Cabot Trail, one of North America's most scenic coastal routes• Visit Peggy’s Cove with its historic lighthouse• Explore the historic port town of Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Meals
Meals & Itinerary
6 Breakfasts
Notes:
- Enjoy the fall colors of the Canadian Maritimes on our Fall Foliage departures in September (if Mother Nature permits).
Itinerary
Day 1 HALIFAX
Welcome to Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia and the gateway to Atlantic Canada! Your Tour Director is available in the hotel lobby from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. to answer any questions.HALIFAX-CITY-SKYLINE.jpg
Day 2 HALIFAX–HOPEWELL ROCKS–SAINT JOHN
Depart Halifax for Hopewell Rocks on the Bay of Fundy, home of the highest tides in the world, where water levels rise and fall up to 52 feet each day.See the region’s famous sandstone sea stacks, known as “flowerpots,” sculpted by centuries of tidal erosion. Some of these remarkable formations tower 40 to 70 feet above the shoreline.Continue through the scenic landscapes of Fundy National Park before arriving in Saint John for a two-night stay. HOPEWELL-ROCKS-NEW-BRUNSWICK.jpg
Breakfast
Day 3 SAINT JOHN. EXCURSION TO ST. ANDREWS BY-THE-SEA
Travel south to the charming seaside resort town of St. Andrews-by-the-Sea and enjoy an orientation tour. Free time allows you to explore the historic downtown, browse unique shops around Market Square, or visit award-winning Kingsbrae Garden, one of Canada’s premier public gardens. Or for a memorable Atlantic Canada experience, consider an optional whale-watching and wildlife cruise. On the return to Saint John, stop at Reversing Falls, where the powerful tides of the Bay of Fundy create a fascinating natural phenomena. ST-ANDREWS-BY-THE-SEA.jpg
Day 4 SAINT JOHN–CHARLOTTETOWN
Before leaving Saint John, visit the historic Saint John City Market, Canada’s oldest continuing farmers market dating back to 1876. Then leave New Brunswick and cross the 8-mile/12.9 km-long Confederation Bridge, spanning the Northumberland Strait, en route to Charlottetown, the capital of Prince Edward Island. This evening, perhaps don a bib and pass the butter at an optional lobster supper, a classic Maritime dining experience.CONFEDERATION-BRIDGE.jpg
Day 5 CHARLOTTETOWN
Tour Prince Edward Island with a Local Guide and experience the island’s distinctive red sandstone cliffs, beaches, and coastal scenery at Prince Edward Island National Park. Stop in the fishing village of North Rustico to learn about the island’s renowned lobster industry, then visit Green Gables Heritage Place, the inspiration for Lucy Maud Montgomery’s beloved Anne of Green Gables novels. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore Charlottetown and its scenic waterfront. CHARLOTTETOWN-CITY-VIEW.jpg
Breakfast
Day 6 CHARLOTTETOWN–BADDECK
Board a ferry across the Northumberland Strait to Nova Scotia and continue to Baddeck, the gateway to the Cabot Trail, situated on the shores of Bras d'Or Lake.Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, where exhibits showcase the remarkable achievements of the inventor of the telephone and many other innovations. Bell spent the final years of his life in this scenic lakeside community.This evening, perhaps stroll into town and enjoy a relaxing dinner overlooking the lake. BADDECK.jpg
Breakfast
Day 7 BADDECK. EXCURSION TO CAPE BRETON HIGHLANDS NATIONAL PARK & CABOT TRAIL
Travel the world-famous Cabot Trail, one of North America's most scenic coastal drives. Take in sweeping views of rugged cliffs, deep valleys, forested hillsides, and the waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the Atlantic Ocean.Continue through Cape Breton Highlands National Park, where dramatic landscapes and coastal scenery have drawn comparisons to the Scottish Highlands.Return to Baddeck and enjoy an evening at leisure. CABOT-TRAIL.jpg
Continental Breakfast
Day 8 BADDECK–HALIFAX
Depart Baddeck and return to Halifax. Enjoy a city tour featuring the Halifax Public Gardens, Canadian Forces Base Halifax, the largest military base in Canada and home to the Royal Canadian Navy's Atlantic Fleet, and Fairview Lawn Cemetery, the final resting place of more than 100 victims of the Titanic.This evening, enjoy free time to explore the shops, restaurants, and lively atmosphere of the Halifax Waterfront boardwalk. HALIFAX-PUBLIC-GARDEN.jpg
Continental Breakfast
Day 9 HALIFAX. EXCURSION TO PEGGY’S COVE & LUNENBURG
Begin the day with a visit to picturesque Peggy's Cove, home to Peggy's Point Lighthouse, one of Canada's most photographed landmarks.Then stop at Acadian Maple Products to learn about the production of pure Nova Scotia maple syrup.Continue to Lunenburg, one of only two urban communities in North America designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the colorful streets and waterfront of this historic harbor town, with free time to browse local shops, enjoy lunch overlooking the harbor, or join an optional walking tour to learn more about its rich maritime heritage and British colonial history.PEGGYS-COVE-LIGHTHOUSE.jpg
Day 10 HALIFAX
Your vacation ends this morning. Or extend your stay with extra nights and enjoy more time exploring Halifax's historic waterfront, museums, shops, and maritime attractions.HALIFAX-CITADEL-HILL.jpg
Tour Director
With COSMOS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.
DANIEL WILSON
Escorting tours for more than 10 years
Escorting tours for more than 10 years
“Even though I've lived here my entire life, Canada still blows me away and it shows on my tours. That's why I became a Tour Director, to share my love of this country with others. And whether you're traveling from overseas or just down the road, you're going to have a fantastic time. Sure, you may groan at my jokes, but as soon as you get back home, you'll be sharing them with your friends! Let me share my passion, knowledge, and stories of Canada with you!”
Optional Excursions
No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else,
we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.
When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination,
so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities.
Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value.
Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences.
We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.
The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyCosmos site 90 days prior to the tour start date.
Price Ranges
$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)
Saint John
Charlottetown
Halifax
Saint John
Bay of Fundy Whale and Wildlife Cruise
Cruise the Fundy Isles and experience her rugged seascapes, abundant lighthouses and powerful tides and observe whales, seals, porpoise, bald eagles, and a variety of seabirds.
Price Range: $$$
Charlottetown
New Glasgow Lobster Supper
Experience a Prince Edward Island Lobster Supper. This family restaurant has been serving lobster in New Glasgow since June 24, 1958.
Price Range: $$$
Halifax
Essential Lunenburg Walking Tour
Immerse yourself in the spectacular sites of Old Town Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This one-and-a-half hour tour is filled with fascinating history, 18th century and Victorian architecture.
Price Range: $
The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.