3-Week Eastern Canada Tour Packages
Ever thought about experiencing Niagarafälle, hiking Algonquin Park, whale watching with Innu guides, exploring Île Bonaventure bird colonies, strolling Québec's old town, and visiting Île d'Orléans cidrerie? That’s a true Eastern Canadian adventure! Three weeks discovering this stunning region will stay with you forever.
Insider tips: Recommended 3-week Eastern Canada tour itineraries
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18 Day Atlantic Canada Itinerary, incl. Nova Scotia and Newfoundland
An 18-day route through 17 Eastern Canadian destinations from Halifax to St. John's awaits. Visit UNESCO sites at Lunenburg and Gros Morne, cross Confederation Bridge and sail Bonne Bay. Features six strategic two-night stays and 33 meals.
- Days 1-2
Halifax & South Shore
Start your trip in Halifax, the vibrant capital of Nova Scotia. Get to Peggy's Cove early on day 2. The lighthouse looks best at sunrise before the crowds show up. Take a drive down the South Shore to the UNESCO site of Lunenburg. Visit the Fisheries Museum in the afternoon when fishing boats come back to port. You'll get a real look at Nova Scotia's maritime culture from the museum's working wharf.
- Days 3-4
Prince Edward Island
Cross the impressive 13km Confederation Bridge and explore Charlottetown's historic area. A local traveler shares: "The walking tour through the old town really brings the Confederation story to life—but wear comfortable shoes as the cobblestones can be tricky." Make time for the red-sand beaches at PEI National Park. Visit Anne of Green Gables Heritage Place later in the day when it's less crowded.
- Days 5-6
Cape Breton Island
Stay in Baddeck by the Bras d'Or Lake. Plan a full day for the Cabot Trail. Start early and go counterclockwise for the best views. Bring motion sickness pills if you need them. The Alexander Graham Bell Museum makes a good backup plan on rainy days.
- Days 7-8
Newfoundland's West Coast
Book a cabin for the overnight ferry to Port aux Basques. The seas can get rough in winter. The drive to Port au Choix through Gros Morne National Park takes about 5 hours. Stop at Woody Point for lunch and photos to break up the trip.
- Days 9-10
Northern Peninsula & Labrador
Book the St. Barbe to Blanc Sablon ferry well ahead. Red Bay's UNESCO site is small but interesting. Bring warm clothes for the strong winds off the Strait of Belle Isle. L'Anse aux Meadows offers great Viking history with good guides to explain it all.
- Days 11-12
Gros Morne National Park
Take the Bonne Bay boat tour to see the fjords. Get a guide for the Tablelands hike. They'll help you understand the unique geology. Bring extra layers since the weather changes quickly.
- Days 13-14
Central Newfoundland
Start your day early at Gander's North Atlantic Aviation Museum to avoid crowds. It's about 2 hours to Twillingate. Watch for moose near sunset. Long Point Lighthouse is perfect for spotting icebergs in May-June.
- Days 15-16
Trinity & Bonavista
Get a walking map from the visitor center to see Trinity's historic sites. The Cape Bonavista Lighthouse has a steep climb but great views. One visitor noted: "The historic interpreter's stories about lighthouse keeping brought the harsh reality of their lives into sharp focus."
- Days 17-18
St. John's
Set aside 3 hours for whale and puffin watching in the bay. Bring a windbreaker for Signal Hill even on nice days. The East Coast Trail near Cape Spear offers great ocean views but gets slippery when wet.
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This 18-day trip takes you through 11 destinations across Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland. Walk the ocean floor at Hopewell Rocks when the tide's out, hike the Skyline Trail along Cape Breton's Cabot Trail, and wander Lunenburg's UNESCO-listed colonial streets.
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