Begins and Ends: Halifax
Please note the F.D.N.Y Planned tour to
Nova Scotia
Itinerary has been Revised to a 10 day tour .
June 24 to July 3, 2010
Twin based per person $1393.00 ....Single
$1943 Includes tax and Trip Insurance ......
Nova Scotia Tour Open for confirmation
Limited Group Air Space available
Air fare subject to confirmation
quoted at time of reservation
Day 1 – Halifax, Nova Scotia
Welcome to Canada’s Atlantic Coast and the Canadian Maritimes, a land blessed with
stunning natural beauty and a relaxed way of life. Visit all three of Canada's Maritime provinces: Nova Scotia, Prince Edward
Island and New Brunswick. On arrival, transfer by hotel courtesy shuttle from the Halifax airport. Rooms are available for
check-in after 3:00 p.m. Join Caravan for an 8:00 p.m. welcome briefing.
Day 2 – Cape Breton Island
On your journey to Cape Breton Island this morning, visit with the First Nation people
of Nova Scotia at the Mi'kmaq heritage center. Learn about their history, legends and present day life. Continue to Cape Breton
Island and the Cabot Trail, one of the most beautiful drives in the world. See inspiring mountain and coastal scenery en route
to Cheticamp. Enjoy a relaxing two-night stay at this French-speaking Acadian fishing village, in the heart of the Cabot Trail.
The fun loving Cape Bretoners are renowned for celebrating with traditional Celtic and Acadian music and dance. Enjoy dinner.
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Day
3 – Whale Watching
This morning,
enjoy a thrilling whale watching cruise (weather permitting). Cape Breton Island's rich waters are the seasonal home to many
species of whales. Look for fin, minke, and pilot whales. You may also see dolphins and porpoises. Afternoon drive into the
nearby highlands of the Cabot Trail. Enjoy ocean views and possible wildlife sightings, including moose and bald eagles. B
Day 4 – Cabot Trail,
Baddeck
A grand adventure awaits you today
on the Cabot Trail. Drive through forests, mountains and valleys in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Breathtaking ocean
scenery unfolds as you follow the trail from Pleasant Bay to Cape Smokey. See rugged cliffs and wonderful ocean views. Then
to Baddeck to visit the Alexander Graham Bell Museum, dedicated to the inventor of the telephone. Bell once said, "I
have traveled around the globe ... and for simple beauty, Cape Breton Island outrivals them all." Bell made his home
here. Stay a relaxing two nights in the resort town of Baddeck on Cape Breton Island. Dinner tonight. BD
Day 5 – Fortress of
Louisbourg
Morning visit to the crown
jewel of the Canadian Park Service, the Fortress of Louisbourg. Enjoy a fun stroll through this 18th century fortress as actors
bring to life colorful characters and events from Louisbourg's glorious past (limited services in October). Return to the
charming town of Baddeck. Your afternoon is at leisure. B
Day 6 – Prince Edward Island
Travel south this morning to mainland Nova Scotia and board a short ferry to the picturesque
province of Prince Edward Island. Pass over gently rolling farmlands en route to Prince Edward Island National Seashore. Enjoy
vistas of red sand beaches and bluffs. Watch for red fox and great blue heron. Enjoy a relaxing two night stay at your nearby
country inn. Dinner tonight. BD
Day 7 – Prince Edward Island
This
morning enter the magical and enchanting world of Anne of Green Gables. Visit the Anne of Green Gables House in Cavendish.
Stroll through Lover's Lane and other settings from the literary classic. Mark Twain called the novel "the sweetest creation
of childlife yet written." This afternoon, join Caravan for a brief sightseeing tour of Charlottetown followed by leisure
time in the downtown. B
Day 8 – New Brunswick, Bay of Fundy
Travel
over the 8 mile long Confederation Bridge this morning to the province of New Brunswick. See New Brunswick's most famous geological
feature, the Flowerpot Rocks at Hopewell Cape. Observe the gradual rise or fall of the Bay of Fundy tides, an average change
of 6 to 8 feet per hour. The Fundy Tides are the highest on earth and rise and fall an astounding 50 feet. Twice each day
one-hundred-billion tons of water flow into the Bay of Fundy. This creates the phenomenal Fundy Tides, which overpower the
rivers flowing into the Fay of Fundy and reverse their direction two times a day. Next, to the lively oceanfront town of Halifax,
Nova Scotia. Enjoy a relaxing two night stay at your ideally located waterfront hotel. B
Day 9 – Peggy's Cove, Halifax
Morning visit to the idyllic fishing village and artists' retreat of Peggy's Cove. Photo
stop at the classic red and white lighthouse. Then, enjoy a sightseeing drive of Halifax, including a visit to the 17th century
fort, Citadel Hill. Afternoon at leisure in Halifax to explore the many fun attractions within walking distance of your hotel.
Enjoy dinner. BD
Day 10 – Halifax
Your
tour ends after breakfast. Caravan provides transfers throughout the day to the Halifax airport. Thanks for vacationing with
Caravan. B
HOTELS
Days 1 –
Halifax
Hilton Garden
Inn, Halifax Airport
Halifax is the gateway to the Canadian Maritimes. The Hilton Garden Inn is a mid-rise hotel
located near the Halifax airport. The hotel offers a 24 hour free airport shuttle. Each of the rooms has complimentary wired
and wireless internet access, two phone lines, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, iron & ironing board, and hairdryer.
The Hilton Garden Inn has an indoor pool and fitness center. The hotel has the Great North American Grill Restaurant (6AM
to 10PM), evening room service (5PM to 10PM) and a late night bar menu (10PM to 12 Midnight).
(hotel
image forthcoming)
Days 2,3 –
Cheticamp, Cabot Trail
Laurie's
Inn
Laurie's Inn is located in the historic Acadian Village of Cheticamp on the Cabot Trail. The fishing fleet
sails out to sea from the harbor below the hotel.
(hotel image forthcoming)
Days 4, 5 –
Baddeck, Cape Breton
Auberge
Gisele's Inn
The inn is located in the quaint town of Baddeck, which is the official starting point of the Cabot
Trail. Baddeck's waterfront, a short stroll away, has a vibrant array of maritime shops, cafes and restaurants. The famous
Bell Bay golf course is a short drive.
(hotel image forthcoming)
Days 6, 7 –
Prince Edward Island
North
Winds
The North Winds, Brackley Beach, is located in rural Prince Edward Island just minutes from Prince Edward
Island National Seashore and Brackley Beach. The hotel has an indoor pool. All rooms have modern amenities, including air
conditioning, refrigerator, cable TV, hair dryer, and an iron/ironing board.
Days 8,9 –
Halifax
Marriott Harbourfront
Hotel
The Marriott Harbourfront Hotel is located on the downtown waterfront boardwalk of Halifax. The hotel
is adjacent to the historic properties, and is connected to the downtown indoor pedway system. The rooms have all the modern
amenities. There is a casino, fitness center, spa, swimming pool, and whirlpool for you to enjoy.
