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From the picturesque lighthouse in Peggy’s Cove to the
traditional fishing boats in Rustico’s wharf, these
beautiful northern islands elicit memories of a simpler
time. Tour Nova Scotia’s lovely capital city, Halifax,
where you will see the beautiful Public Gardens,
restored waterfront, and famous Citadel. You’ll also
visit the Titanic gravesite to learn about the important
role Halifax played rescuing the survivors of this
tragedy. Your next stop, beautiful Prince Edward Island,
is known as the “island cradled in the waves.” Here
you’ll visit the College of Piping and experience the
region’s fascinating history during an authentic Celtic
show. Learn how to put on a traditional piper uniform,
dance a few steps of the Highlight Fling, and even have
a chance to play the bagpipe! At Founders’ Hall, enter
“The Time Travel Tunnel” and be transported back to 1864
to learn about the birth of this great nation. You’ll
visit the very house upon which Lucy Maud Montgomery
based her acclaimed book, “Anne of Green Gables,” learn
about the island’s biggest crop from a potato farmer,
and enjoy the delicious local flavors at a traditional
shoreline clambake. On lovely Cape Breton Island, drive
along the pristine shores of Bras d’Or Lake and marvel
at the amazing inventions at the Alexander Graham Bell
Museum. Finally, travel along the famous Cabot Trail,
one of the most scenic drives on the Atlantic coast with
its rugged terrain and spectacular ocean views. Stop at
the famed St. Peter’s Church in Cheticamp and visit a
fishing museum where you will learn how to make your own
fishing net. Throughout your tour, enjoy a relaxing
pace, quiet natural beauty, and warm, welcoming locals.
- Travel along the famous
Cabot Trail, one of the most scenic drives on the Atlantic
coast. Its beautiful, rugged terrain and spectacular ocean
views are breathtaking
- Visit the College of Piping and experience
the region’s fascinating Celtic history as you enjoy a traditional Celtic
show.
- Learn how to make a fishing net during a
stop at a fishing museum.
- Discover the amazing accomplishments of
Alexader Graham Bell with a visit to his museum in Nova Scotia.
- Experience the history of Canada through
sight and sound at Founders' Hall.
 Day
1: Halifax, Nova Scotia - Tour Begins
A tour of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island is a tour of pure
beauty. Collette takes you to the discovered treasures of this
charming region. Begin your tour in Nova Scotia's capital city,
Halifax.
Day 2: Halifax - Peggy's Cove - Halifax
Start the day with a visit to one of the most picturesque spots
in all of Nova Scotia…beautiful Peggy's Cove. Return to
Halifax's charming downtown where you have free time for lunch
before embarking on a scenic tour of Halifax highlighting the
Public Gardens, Halifax waterfront, Spring Garden Road and the
famous Citadel. Included in this tour is a visit to the Titanic
gravesite where you will learn about the important role Halifax
played in the rescue of the survivors during this tragic event.
This evening, enjoy dinner and entertainment in the heart of
Halifax's bustling pub district at the Grafton Street Theater!
(B, D)
Day 3: Halifax - Summerside, Prince Edward Island
Today you journey to the land known as the "island cradled in
the waves," Prince Edward Island. Visit the College of Piping
and experience the region's fascinating Celtic history as you
enjoy a traditional Celtic show. While here you also learn how
to put on a traditional piper uniform, dance a few steps of the
Highlight Fling, and even have a chance to play the bagpipe! (B)
Day 4: Prince Edward Island
This morning, head to the picturesque beaches of Cavendish
National Park. Next, visit a wharf in Rustico, famous for its
fishing boats and lobster traps. You have time to explore the
village and enjoy lunch on your own. Then, it's off to Founders'
Hall, Canada's Birthplace Pavilion, a wonderful heritage
attraction. Here you will enter "The Time Travel Tunnel" and be
transported back to 1864. Tonight enjoy a traditional clambake
on the shores of Prince Edward Island with a local oyster
shucker. (B, D)
Day 5: Summerside - Charlottetown
Today you visit Anne of Green Gables House, where Lucy Maud
Montgomery based her acclaimed book, "Anne of Green Gables."
Later, visit the Anne of Green Gables Museum, where a local
farmer teaches you how to plant or pick the island's number one
crop - potatoes. Returning to Summerside, enjoy an afternoon of
leisure to explore this quaint seaport town on your own. (B)
Day 6: Summerside - Baddeck, Nova Scotia
Return to Nova Scotia by ferry before crossing the Canso
Causeway onto lovely Cape Breton Island. Here you will drive
along the pristine shores of Bras d'Or Lake before discovering
the amazing inventions at the Alexander Graham Bell Museum in
Baddeck. You will be amazed at his many inventions. (B, D)
Day 7: Baddeck - Cabot Trail - Baddeck
This morning travel along the famous Cabot Trail, one of the
most scenic drives on the Atlantic coast. Its beautiful, rugged
terrain and spectacular ocean views are breathtaking. One of the
first stops is the famed St. Peter's Church in Cheticamp. Enjoy
a visit to a fishing museum where you will learn how to make a
fishing net. Continue along the trail, visiting many traditional
fishing villages and communities including Neil's Harbour and
Ingonish. (B, D)
Day 8: Baddeck - Halifax
This morning travel back to the city of Halifax where you will
enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore the city. This
evening, celebrate the end of a wonderful tour with a farewell
dinner at a local restaurant. (B, D)
Day 9: Halifax - Tour Ends
Your tour ends, leaving you with many fond memories.
Stay Another Night - Add a pre night stay in Halifax.
Prices start at $100 per person, double.
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Uniquely For You
The Cabot Trail |
| The
Cabot Trail is an amazing stretch of
land named for the famous explorer John
Cabot. With more than 50 miles of rugged
terrain and stunning ocean views, the
sights and sounds found on the Cabot
Trail are sure to delight vacationers.
Mountains on one side, the peaceful Gulf
of St. Lawrence on the other, this
spectacular roadway gracefully winds
away its way over the beautiful
highlands and across the majestic
plateaus of Cape Breton. Along the way
you will, travel through an assortment
of local communities each one offering
its own special history, and plenty of
friendly locals. Inventor Alexander
Graham Bell fell in love with the area
in and around the Cabot Trail he even
built a home in a nearby community if
Baddeck. "I have traveled around the
globe" he once said. "I have seen the
Canadian and American Rockies, the Andes
the Alps and the Highlands of Scotland,
but for simple beauty, Cape Breton
outrivals them all!" |
Base Rates Per Person
| Departure Date |
Tour Rate – Twin |
Tour and Air Rate |
| May 28 2006 |
$1349 |
$1749 from
BOS |
| Jul 09 2006 |
$1399 |
$1799 from
BOS |
| Aug 27 2006 |
$1399 |
$1799 from
BOS |
| Sep 10 2006 |
$1399 |
$1799 from
BOS |
| Oct 08 2006 |
$1349 |
$1749 from
BOS |
*Tour and air prices are lead-in rates from a
specific gateway based on twin occupancy and are subject to
change. Rates do not include inter-air flights. Please call for
triple or child occupancy rates. Tours departing BEFORE 4/30/06
may follow a different itinerary than what is listed here.
Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.
For tours that feature a cruise, port taxes are not included in
the prices above. Additional tour dates
may be available, please call us for information.
9 days, 12meals
7 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners
Day 1, 2 - Prince George Hotel, Halifax, NS
Day 3 - 5 - Loyalist Lakeview Resort, Summerside,
PEI
Day 6, 7 - Silver Dart Lodge or Inverary Inn
Resort, Baddeck, NS
Day 8 - Prince George Hotel, Halifax, NS
On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
NOTES:
- Some attractions may not be
available during the "off season" months which is generally
before Memorial Day weekend and after Columbus Day weekend.
- Proof of citizenship is
required.
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