Take the scenic, cross-country drive linking the rocky south shore with the lush Annapolis Valley. Relish the amazing views as you traverse extensive woodlands dotted with lakes. Take some time to explore the wilderness of Kejimkujik National Park along the centuries-old Mi’kmaq canoe routes or follow the hiking trails into its forested heartland. Travel along the Annapolis Basin, boasting relics of Anglo-French colonial rivalry. 

Stay one night in Digby. 

Enjoy a ferry ride across the Bay of Fundy to Saint John, famous for having the world’s largest tides bringing in up to 12 species of whale, including the rare ‘Right’ whale. In Saint John, check into your hotel and take the day to explore the downtown area. A vibrant, visitor friendly culture reverberates around this small town. Restaurant patios offer beautiful views and fresh ocean breezes to spend the day relaxing. Whilst in Saint John perhaps visit one of the many small museums and galleries in town, or take a trip to the famous Reversing Falls – a trick of the tide that seems to reverse the water’s current. Or perhaps take a scenic drive to Fredericton to visit the King’s Landing Historical Settlement – a role-playing historic community depicting everyday life in 19th century. 

Stay two nights in Saint John. 

Today you can explore popular covered bridges en-route to Fundy National Park. Discover Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park and marvel at the most dramatic tides in the world, revealing the sea floor and towers of naturally carved stone on your self-guided tour. Afterwards, perhaps visit Shediac, the lobster capital of the world, where one can taste this delicacy at its best. 

Stay one night in Moncton. 

Before leaving Moncton, stop at the Magnetic Hill where you can put the car in neutral to experience the illusion of being pulled up hill by a ‘magnetic force.’ The Northumberland coast of New Brunswick has a rich British and Acadian heritage —travel through the architectural gem of Dorchester and visit the French fort of Beausejour at the Nova Scotia provincial border. Near the base of the Confederation Bridge is the Cape Jourimain Nature Centre, a community-operated ecotourism and environmental education facility, open to the public displaying the cultural history and environmental diversity of the region. Cross to Prince Edward Island, Canada’s smallest province, over the Confederation Bridge and arrive in the charming city of Charlottetown. 

Stay one night in Charlottetown.  

Today’s journey takes you past Orwell Corner Historic Site to board the ferry across the Northumberland Strait to Nova Scotia. Drive through tranquil scenery and small communities that continue to celebrate Nova Scotia’s Scottish, Indian and Acadian identities. Continue into Cape Breton Island through the magnificent highland scenery that surrounds Bras d’Or Lake, and drive to the delightful resort community of Baddeck. A fascinating local museum is dedicated to the life and works of Alexander Graham Bell, the inventor of the telephone. A scenic highlight of this trip is to drive the Cabot Trail into the highlands of northern Cape Breton. The trail runs past lochs and glens settled by Scottish Highlanders and along scenic coastlines settled by Acadians. You will meander through the rugged Cape Breton Highlands National Park enjoying stunning views of sea-swept headlands, steep cliffs and tranquil beaches. Hiking trails lead into the interior of the park where stunning vistas appear at each turn.  A ride on the Atlantic Gondola will take you to the summit of Destination Cape Smokey, where you will find expansive views of the Cape Breton Highland National Park, Atlantic Ocean, and Ingonish. Return to Baddeck through the lush Margaree Valley. 

Stay two nights in Baddeck.

Travel across the heart of Nova Scotia. Stop for lunch in either the small town of Truro or Antigonish for a taste of peaceful Maritimes life. Continue on to the port city of Halifax, renowned for its long and fascinating history and great importance to the East Coast. Stay one night in Halifax.