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Day 01
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Halifax
Your exciting tour begins as you board your flight to Nova Scotia and upon arrival transfer to your hotel. Welcome to Atlantic Canada. Upon arrival in the beautiful harbour city of Halifax, enjoy the evening at leisure.
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Day 02
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Halifax
Today a local guide takes you on a City Tour that highlights the Citadel, the Halifax Harbour, Pier 21, the Public Gardens and much more. This afternoon, we travel the Evangeline Trail to the Grand Pre’ National Park. Here you will learn the interesting lifestyle and history of the Acadian people. It was on this site that much of Longfellow’s epic story “Evangeline” took place. We will see many agricultural areas along the way with a special visit to Howard Dill’s Pumpkin Patch.
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Day 03
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Halifax Bridgewater
Leaving Halifax, we travel the rugged south shore of Nova Scotia and stop at the world famous Peggy’s Cove. The graceful lighthouse sits high upon the smooth wave-worn granite of the coast. We continue along The Lighthouse Route and arrive in Mahone Bay where the architecture is marvelous. The three waterfront churches form one of the most photographed scenes in Nova Scotia. We arrive in Lunenburg, one of Nova Scotia’s most historic and beautiful towns in Nova Scotia and home of the Bluenose. Here we visit the Fisheries Museum to learn the history of commercial fishing in Atlantic Canada. (B,L)
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Day 04
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Bridgewater St. John
This morning, travel north to Annapolis Royal, a favorite stopping place along the Evangeline Trail. The town contains over 150 heritage buildings including the oldest wooden house in Canada. We arrive in Digby where we board the Ferry for a scenic crossing on the Bay of Fundy to the port city of Saint John, NB. This evening enjoy leisure time at the market square located on the waterfront. (B)
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Day 05
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Fredericton (Day Tour)
From St John, we travel to Fredericton, the capital of New Brunswick, a historic and cultural centre located on the St. John River. A local guide will board our coach for an informative escorted tour of this fine city. A short distance from Fredericton, we arrive at Kings Landing Historical Settlement, a lively, authentic village nestled in a majestic setting, depicting one hundred year transformation of a young colony into a vibrant nation. We return to Saint John for the evening. (B)
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Day 06
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St. John Moncton
Today we visit the Old City Market, a bustling market place where you can browse through the vendors and chat with locals. You will visit the natural phenomenon of the Reversing Falls where the Bay of Fundy tides force the Saint John River to reverse direction. This afternoon we travel through the Fundy National Park, on our way to the Hopewell Rocks to see the Flowerpots. These peculiar formations are forested islands at high tide and resemble flowerpots at low. (B)
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Day 07
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Moncton Charlottetown
Our first stop this morning is at the Magnetic Hill in Moncton as you witness your motor coach coasting up-hill with no power. Then it’s off to the fishing village of Shediac for a photo opportunity with the Worlds Largest Lobster. We cross over the magnificent Confederation Bridge on our way to the province of Prince Edward Island. This evening experience the best in Canadian Theatre at the optional Anne of Green Gables Musical at Confederation Centre. (B)
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Day 08
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Charlottetown
Today a local guide will board our coach for a full day of sightseeing including: a City Tour of Charlottetown, Province House National Historic Site and a tour of Prince Edward Island that includes stops at Anne of Green Gables, Cavendish National Park, and the fishing village of North Rustico. This afternoon, sample some of the best preserves in the world at the Prince Edward Island Preserves Company. Tonight you are treated to a delicious traditional Lobster Supper including entertainment. (D)
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Day 09
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Charlottetown Baddeck
Leaving Charlottetown, we travel to Wood Islands and board our Ferry to Caribou on the Nova Scotia mainland. Via the Canso Causeway, we cross to Cape Breton Island. On our way to Baddeck, we drive along the pristine shores of Bras D’or Lake, where hundreds of bald eagles nest along the shore and the surrounding countryside. At Baddeck, we pay a visit to the Alexander Graham Bell Museum, where we will see the many inventions this genius fostered. (D)
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Day 10
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Cape Breton Island / Cabot Trail
“Ciad Mile Failte” (one hundred thousand welcomes) is how you will be greeted when you arrive at Cape Breton Island. Today experience a picturesque trip around the renowned Cabot Trail and Margaree Valley. The magnificent highway is carved into the sides of mountains that rise high above the shimmering waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Along the way we visit Flora’s, a wonderful gift shop that features Cheticamp Rug Hooking. We tour Cape Breton Highlands National Park, with stops at Lone Shieling, Pleasant Bay and Neil’s Harbour. This evening, enjoy a “Taste of Nova Scotia” Dinner with entertainment. (B,D)
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Day 11
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Baddeck Halifax
Take a scenic drive past the Mira River to Louisbourg and visit the Fortress Louisbourg National Historic Site, a reproduction of the original Fort including soldiers and civilians dressed and working as they did in 1744. Enjoy a guided tour of the Fortress followed by an 18th century style lunch. A treat is in store this afternoon as we visit Singer/Songwriter Rita MacNeil’s Tea Room. Following our return to Halifax, please join Anderson Vacations for a delicious farewell dinner with your new circle of friends. (B,L,D)
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Day 12
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Departure Day
Today transfer to the Halifax International Airport and return home with pleasant memories of your wonderful Atlantic Provinces Vacation.
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