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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 40
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Halifax

    Halifax
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome Dinner at 18:00. Halifax is a foodies' town with the Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market, established in 1750, the longest continuously operating market in North America.)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, Halifax)

    Included Activities

    • Maritime Museum of the Atlantic visit with Local Expert - explore Halifax Explosion, Titanic history, and maritime heritage exhibits
    • Guided city tour with Local Expert - visit local cemetery with Titanic victims, Halifax Public Gardens, and harbour front

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
    • Visit the Maud Lewis Gallery
    • Visit the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
    Landmarks
    The Halifax Citadel
    Georges Island
    Fort McNab
    York Redoubt
    Prince of Wales Tower
    Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
    Halifax Public Gardens
    Maud Lewis Gallery
    Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
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  2. Day 2

    Halifax

    Halifax
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, Halifax)

    Included Activities

    • Maritime Museum of the Atlantic visit with Local Expert - learn about Halifax Explosion in 1917 and Titanic sinking in 1912
    • Guided city tour with Local Expert exploring Halifax's nautical history and eclectic port city features

    Optional Activities

    • Halifax Citadel National Historic Site visit - explore fortress history and soldiers' roles
    • Maud Lewis Gallery visit - see the artist's famous painted house and nearly 19,000 works
    • Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 visit - learn about Canada's immigration gateway and nearly one million immigrants who arrived through this facility
    Landmarks
    Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
    The Halifax Citadel
    Maud Lewis Gallery
    Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
  3. Day 3

    Lunenburg - Peggy's Cove

    Lunenburg - Peggy's Cove
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, Halifax)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Lunenburg with Local Expert - explore UNESCO World Heritage Site and planned British Colonial settlement
    • Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic visit - learn about fishing industry's impact on the region
    • Peggy's Cove visit - scenic small rural community on eastern shore of St. Margarets Bay with iconic Peggy's Cove Lighthouse
    Landmarks
    Lunenburg
    Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic
    Peggy's Cove Lighthouse
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  4. Day 4

    Baddeck

    Baddeck
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Cape Breton-style dinner at waterfront hotel featuring seafood favorites and hearty dishes)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Inverary Resort, Baddeck)

    Included Activities

    • Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre experience - explore Mi'kmaq history and culture with interpreters, artifacts dating back 7,500 years
    • Guided cruise across Bras d'Or Lake - spot iconic lighthouses, bird estuary, and historic properties including Alexander Graham Bell's mansion
    • Cape Breton-style dinner at waterfront hotel - featuring seafood and hearty dishes
    • Ceilidh evening - traditional Celtic music and song with Acadian hospitality and entertainment
    Landmarks
    Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre
    Bras d'Or Lake
    Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
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  5. Day 5

    Cape Breton Island

    Cape Breton Island
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Inverary Resort, Baddeck)

    Included Activities

    • The Gaelic College experience - learn about fabric milling tradition and watch kilt-making demonstration, explore Cape Breton fiddle, piano, guitar, step-dancing, piping, highland dancing, weaving, and Gaelic language
    • Cabot Trail drive - world-famous scenic highway along Cape Breton Highlands National Park coastal borders with views of dramatic cliffs, mountains, and charming coastal villages
    Landmarks
    The Gaelic College
    Cabot Trail
    Cape Breton Highlands National Park
  6. Day 6

    Baddeck - Charlottetown

    Baddeck - Charlottetown
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Delta Hotels by Marriott Prince Edward, Charlottetown), Hotel (Delta by Marriott Prince Edward, Charlottetown)

    Included Activities

    • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site visit with Local Expert - explore inventor's life, work, and enduring legacy
    • Ferry crossing across Northumberland Strait to Prince Edward Island
    • Point Prim Lighthouse visit - first lighthouse on Prince Edward Island
    • Rossignol Winery tasting - first winery on Prince Edward Island, sampling table and fruit wines with PEI cheese and crackers
    Landmarks
    Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    Point Prim Lighthouse
    Rossignol Estate Winery
  7. Day 7

    Charlottetown

    Charlottetown
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Delta by Marriott Prince Edward, Charlottetown)

    Included Activities

    • Green Gables Heritage Place visit - tour Green Gables House that inspired L.M. Montgomery's 'Anne of Green Gables'
    • Prince Edward Island National Park tour with Local Expert - explore sand dunes, beach grass, red sandstone cliffs, and rich red soil
    • Cavendish visit - explore Haunted Wood or Balsam Hollow Trail (Lover's Lane) with signs highlighting inspirational sources for Montgomery's writing

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Victorian Beaconsfield Historic House - experience historic Victorian era atmosphere
    • Explore Victoria Park's boardwalk - walk past Prince Edward Battery, Victoria Floating Dock, and Brighton Beach lighthouse
    Landmarks
    Green Gables Heritage Place
    Green Gables House
    Prince Edward Island National Park
    Cavendish
    Beaconsfield Historic House
    Victoria Park
    Prince Edward Battery
    Brighton Beach Lighthouse
  8. Day 8

    Georgetown

    Georgetown
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Island Blue Mussels cooked fresh by local fisherman, featuring locally grown produce)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Delta by Marriott Prince Edward, Charlottetown)

    Included Activities

    • Georgetown visit - meet local fisherman and storyteller sharing tales of life at sea
    • Lobster and mussel industry experience - gain insight into PEI's famous lobster and mussel industry
    • Lunch of Island Blue Mussels - cooked fresh by the local fisherman, featuring locally grown produce
    Landmarks
    Georgetown
  9. Day 9

    Shediac - Hopewell Rocks

    Shediac - Hopewell Rocks
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Acadian lobster boil - head to tail preparation with traditional shelling techniques passed through generations, followed by hands-on mixology class crafting summer cocktails using local ingredients)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Crowne Plaza Downtown, Moncton)

    Included Activities

    • Confederation Bridge crossing - eight-mile award-winning engineering marvel linking Prince Edward Island to mainland
    • Homarus Centre guided tour - explore Atlantic lobster's life cycle, local fishery's sustainability practices, and anatomy of native species at touch tank
    • Hopewell Rocks visit with Local Expert - experience dramatic tides of the Bay of Fundy, walk on ocean floor if tide permits
    • Traditional lobster boil - Acadian-style preparation, head to tail, with traditional shelling techniques
    • Hands-on mixology class - craft summer cocktail using seasonal herbs and citrus
    Landmarks
    Confederation Bridge
    Homarus Centre
    Hopewell Rocks
    Bay of Fundy
  10. Day 10

    Fundy Trail - Digby

    Fundy Trail - Digby
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Fundy Trail Parkway drive - coastal route between Alma and St. Martin with hiking trails, beaches, overlooks, and Interpretive Centre
    • Bay of Fundy ferry crossing from St. John to Digby - experience fresh salt air and spot whales and marine life
    • Arrival at Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa - overlook Bay of Fundy since 1929

    Optional Activities

    • Local craft beer or wine at the 19th Hole restaurant overlooking Stanley Thompson designed course
    • Spa services featuring sustainable and green practices with natural, organic, and Biodynamic products
    Landmarks
    Fundy Trail Parkway
    Bay of Fundy
    Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa
  11. Day 11

    Annapolis Royal

    Annapolis Royal
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Seafood dinner featuring fresh scallops prepared to perfection, celebrating the region's maritime heritage and scallop fishing tradition)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Annapolis Royal National Historic District stroll with Local Expert and costumed interpreter - explore Victorian homes and historic sites
    • Culinary demonstration with former scallop fisher - learn traditional scallop shucking techniques
    • Seafood dinner featuring fresh scallops - celebration of regional maritime heritage
    Landmarks
    Annapolis Royal
    National Historic District
  12. Day 12

    Halifax

    Halifax
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Stop at Marriott Harbourfront Halifax - available for guests wishing to extend their stay

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    September 30th, 2025
    We had a wonderful time! Carmen (Tour Director) and Kelly (Driver), made this experience carefree and were so well...
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    Traveled in September 2025
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    Thank you for travelling with us and for sharing your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable and carefree experience, and that the Travel Director and Coach Driver contributed so positively to your journey. It is lovely to know that their organisation, clear communication and thoughtful approach allowed you to relax and simply enjoy the experience. We are especially pleased to hear that your anniversary was celebrated in such a memorable way. It is always a pleasure for our team to help mark these special occasions, and we are glad the Travel Director was able to make the day truly meaningful for you. Thank you once again for choosing to travel with us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back on another journey in the future.
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    August 18th, 2024
    Local guides were generally well chosen - Jim the tuna fisherman and the lobster boat presentation were exceptionally...
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    Thank you for taking the time to review your Insight Vacations experience. We're delighted you enjoyed your time with us despite feeling that certain aspects could be improved. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and provide you with an even better tour experience.
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    August 4th, 2023
    This was our 7th trip with Insight and this was a nice paced tour of the Maritimes. The tour director was excellent...
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    We always love hearing from our frequent travellers while exploring the world with us. It's always wonderful to learn when our valuable guests return home from our guided trips with fond memories and a thirst for even more travel experiences; as such, we thank you for sharing your feedback. We cannot wait to hear from you soon and look forward to exploring another trip with you. Thank you again for choosing us as your travel partner.
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    August 23rd, 2022
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    Thank you for writing to us regarding your recent trip. We regret to note that your trip had been cut short due to a positive Covid-19 result, and we appreciate the disappointment that may have been felt. Please reach out to our Guest Relations Department at globalguestrelations@ttc.com if you have any queries, as they are there to assist.
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    October 9th, 2019
    A very good tour, well constructed and excellent attention from the tour director and coach driver.
    Traveled in September 2019
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you for informing us about the excellent time you had in Canada with Insight Vacations. We are truly delighted to hear that the passion and attention to detail shown by our staff made your trip enjoyable. Likewise, it pleases us to read that your coach rides were comfortable and that overall you had an amazing time.
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    August 3rd, 2017
    Great scenery, tour director, coach driver, local expert guides. Lots to see and do. Includes some stays in somewhat...
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    Sandra

    Asked on August 28th, 2025

    I have looked at what you have . . Here is my question. I noticed much of the food , as one would expect in this area, is seafoid what do you do for passengers who have fish allergies- that include salt water fish, fresh water fish and amshell fish?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten August 2025

      Insight Vacations does accommodate food allergies, including saltwater fish, freshwater fish, and shellfish, on this tour. Just inform us in advance so we can arrange alternative meals and brief local partners. Be sure to confirm your allergy details and carry any necessary medication.

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    Asked on August 22nd, 2025

    Are the seats going to be wide enough to accommodate for a 6 foot 5 person weighing around 350 pounds?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten August 2025

      Seat Dimensions: Seat Size: 18 inches, Average Leg Room: 20 inches, Average Total Room: 33.5 -38 inches

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      Could you tell me if you can do vegetarian options for meals

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      Vegetarian options can be requested directly at the restaurants during your tour, and there will certainly be options available for you.

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      It is recommended to tip the driver CAD$7.75 - $10.25 and the travel director CAD$9.00 - $11.50 per day.

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten January 2025

      The adventures we offer will not include international airfare, as travellers can join the trip from many different countries. We do have a helpful place to search flight prices and book your own flights. You will be responsible for booking your own flights to meet at the starting city of your adventure. We additionally recommend you do not book your airfare until your place is confirmed and guaranteed to depart.

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      Travel insurance is highly recommended for participation in any of the tours.

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      If a guest fails to meet the vaccine requirements, they might be unable to participate in some or all activities of the vacation, and no refunds will be given.

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      An initial non-refundable deposit of $200 per person is required, with the final payment due 60 days prior to the trip's start.

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      As of January 2023, Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters are highly recommended but not required. However, guests must comply with more restrictive vaccine and/or booster requirements that may be imposed by airlines or local authorities.

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    Annie

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten July 2024

      Yes, breakfast is included with all pre and post nights' accommodation.

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    Can you provide details on the transfer options available from Halifax airport?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten June 2024

      Transfer options from Halifax airport include a private sedan, taxis approximately costing CAD$72, and Uber which is available via the App.

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