Day 3 - Lunenburg to Kejimkujik National Park, approx. 60 miles. 

The inland portion of Kejimkujik National Park preserves 381 sqkm of inland forests and waters of Nova Scotia and the

largest diversity of amphibians and reptiles in Atlantic Canada. Home to Indians for 5000 years, this was also the first part

of Canada explored by Europeans by canoe. Walking trails lead through 400 year old hemlock stands, past quiet sparkling

woodland streams, and mirror-like lakes. A number of different transport options are available to you to traverse this part;

you could walk, bike, or even canoe! Even the most non-sportive traveller might like to try out a canoe for an hour or two.

Canoes and bicycles are available at Jake's Landing (coming from the visitors centre turn right, 7 km further into the park).

Wildlife, including deer, ospreys, porcupines, beaver, and turtles is abundant, and many animals have no fear of humans in

a canoe. Lynx, Black Bear and Coyotes are also abundant, but are too frightened of people to be easily seen. The road will

take you through maple, poplar, and oak forest that turn in the fall to the beautiful colours of an "Indian Summer". The

evenings then are cool, while the days are generally warm and sunny.

Spend one night in Kejimkujik National Park. 

Day 4 - Kejimkujik National Park to Digby, approx. 40 miles. 

Welcome to "The Scallop Capital of the World": Digby, Nova Scotia. Located in the Southwest of Nova Scotia, as part of

Canada's Ocean Playground, Digby offers visitors a variety of fun activities such as dramatic natural attractions,

comfortable accommodations and the best whale watching opportunities in North America. Some of the best whalewatching

in the world is found here, with 15 species, including some of the largest. In recent years there have been regular

sightings of the North Atlantic Right Whale, the world's rarest. Explore the two islands of Long Island and Brier Island on

one of the beautiful coastal hiking trails. Particularly noteworthy are the impressive basalt formations on both islands and

the "Balancing Rock" on Long Island. Another possibility is to explore the French Shore, following Highways 101 and/or 1

along St. Marys Bay. The Stella Maris, the single-starred, tri-colored Acadian flag will follow you along your route. Admire

the many elaborate Catholic churches, stop at a roadside eatery to sample Acadian rappie pie and take a walk along a fine-sand beach.

Spend one night in Digby. 

Day 5 - Digby to Alma, approx. 140 miles. 

Experience the world's highest tides here - not to mention pristine forests, deluxe campgrounds: the one in Fundy National

Park. Paddle in a kayak where the tide can rise by 12m or more, or walk the seabed at low tide. The Fundy Trail is a 2,559-

acre park with a 30-kilometer parkway that forms the south shore of New Brunswick. Here you have a breathtaking view of

the world famous Bay of Fundy. Visitors can explore trails that lead to pristine beaches, see thundering waterfalls and

Precambrian rocks, or stop at the Interpretation Center and discover the rich history of a once thriving timber industry.

Fundy Trail is part of two UNESCO designated sites: the Fundy Biosphere Reserve and Stonehammer Global Geopark and

home to the start of the Fundy Footpath, one of the Top 50 Hiking Trails in the World! Fundy is home to numerous rare

animal species, including a peregrine falcon that nests in the cliffs here. From time to time it is also reported that the

"Eastern American Panther" has been sighted, which used to be quite numerous here. It's also one of the few national

parks in Canada that offers a diverse program for families and children in addition to the wilderness experience.

Spend two nights in Alma. 

Day 7 - Alma to Kouchibouguac National Park, approx. 110 miles. 

The Kouchibouguac National Park Visitor Center is just inside the entrance to the park. Kouchibouguac is New Brunswick's

largest national park. Virtually deserted sandy beaches and dunes stretch along the warm Northumberland Road. The

name of the park comes from the language of the Mi'kmaq Indians and means something like "river of the long tides". The

salt marshes in the park are among the most productive ecosystems in the world. In summer, the long sandy beaches

invite you to swim, sunbathe and hike, in spring and autumn seals and numerous water birds can be observed here. You

can rent a canoe or bike for an hour or more and enjoy the peace and quiet of this national park. Ask at the visitor center

for additional park activities.

Spend one night in Kouchibouguac National Park. 

Day 8 - Kouchibouguac National Park to Prince Edward Island, approx. 140 miles. 

The Prince Edward Island Park is a fragile seascape of red sandstone cliffs and sweeping beaches, backed by shifting

sand dunes held together by the delicate roots of slender grasses. Inland are forests of spruce and birch inhabited by

raccoon, skunk, red fox, muskrat and mink. Saltwater marshes and inland ponds are havens for migrating shorebirds. Many

species, like the great blue heron and the rare piping plover, nest here. The area was inhabited over 10.000 years ago by

the Maritime Archaic people. More recently, Mi'kmac spent their summers on the coast. Europeans first arrived in the 15th

century. About 200 years later settlement occurred and farming and shipbuilding gained importance. If you are interested in natural beaches and dune systems that are the heart of Prince Edward Island, you may want to spend some time in the

Dalvay/Rustico area. Here you have a choice of popular beaches near lifeguards and food concessions, or you can stroll

for kilometres along beaches where you hardly see another person.

Spend two nights on Prince Edward Island. 

Day 10 - Prince Edward Island to Baddeck, approx. 300 miles. 

Baddeck is an idyllic resort town that attracts many visitors, especially in the summer. An ideal place to shop for souvenirs,

eat fish or go sailing on the Bras d'Or Lakes. The name Baddeck originated from abadak (place near an island), as

Mi’kmaq called the village so, referring to Kidston Island. Kidston Island is home to the Kidston Island Lighthouse. During

the summer, the Lions Club operates a ferry to the island and provides lifeguard services for the beach. Take a short hike to

the tip of Kidston Island to view the lighthouse and the sights of the bay Alexander Graham Bell’s National Historic Site and

Washabuck Peninsula. Just a short drive from Baddeck is the Uisge Ban Falls Provincial Park. The park is known for its

scenic 1.5km round trip hike that takes you by a 15m waterfall in a granite gorge. The Cabot Trail (300 km) is circling

around the northern most tip of Cape Breton Island and ranks amongst the most beautiful scenic drives in North America.

The most outstanding part of the Cabot Trail runs through the Cape Breton Highlands National Park where the road follows

the rugged coastline. Grades here can reach 10 to 12%, and the road ascends and descends the hills in a series of hairpin

curves. Almost every turn offers a new breathtaking view. Cape Breton Highlands National Park is 958 sq km in area.

Mountains rise up from sea level as high as 500 m to a plateau with roaring winds, raised bogs (a relic of the last ice age)

and vegetation similar to the arctic. The National Park is considered as a very important forest area with up to 80% maples

trees in some places - an ideal setting for brilliant Indian Summer colours.

Spend two nights in Baddeck. 

Day 12 - Baddeck to Sydney, approx. 50 miles. 

A historic 18th-century city, Sydney collides with modern life as city dwellers fill their shops with new things. Here you are

just a short walk or drive away from some of our best experiences, like our coal mines, Fort Louisbourg, barracks and

museums galore. Discover local festivals, events and traditions in Nova Scotia's second largest city. Stop by one of our

many communities and enjoy all that the Sydney and Marconi area has to offer. As the largest urban area on Cape Breton

and the island’s historical capital, Sydney is the perfect mix of metropolitan charm and down home hospitality.

Spend one night in Sydney. 

Day 13 -Sydney to Cape Anguille, approx. 165 miles. 

A journey into the Southwest Coast of Newfoundland and Labrador is an adventure into one of the most extraordinary parts of the province. Fishermen and farmers make their living between the Long Range Mountains and the Gulf of St. Lawrence. You’ll find the likes of granite lighthouses, sawtooth coastlines, and jungle-like hiking trails in every corner of this region, and you’ll return home with plenty of new friends. Some might even know a thing or two about hidden pirate treasure. Sitting on the tip of the island of Newfoundland’s most westerly point, the Cape Anguille Lighthouse has long protected ships navigating the St. Lawrence. At nearly 18 metres high, the lighthouse makes for a picture-perfect monument amongst the old farm fields where sheep still roam.

Spend one night in Cape Anguille. 

Day 14 - Cape Anguille to Rocky Harbour, approx. 200 miles.

At Bonne Bay, at the southern end of the Northern Peninsula, lies one of the most beautiful and spectacular national parks

in eastern Canada - the Gros Morne National Park (1942 sq km). The park stretches approximately 72 km from north to

south. The interplay of deeply cut lakes (former fjords, some of which are separated from the sea) and steep, towering

table mountains shaped by glaciers give this region its unique beauty. The rocky coast is repeatedly interrupted by sand

and pebble beaches and sheltered bays nestled by small fishing villages. Gros Morne is part of the Long Range Mountains,

a relic of a mountain range that formed over 1.2 billion years ago. However, this is not the only geological feature. The

golden-brown shimmering and almost vegetation-free tablelands stand out from the lush green of the surroundings. Plants

don't stand a chance here, as the tablelands are made up of extremely nutrient-poor rock from the earth's mantle, which is

toxic for most of the flora. It is also the unique geography and geology that is why this region has been placed under

protection by UNESCO as a "World Heritage Site".

Spend two nights in Rocky Harbour. 

Day 16 - Rocky Harbour to Twillingate, approx. 265 miles. 

Twillingate is an old "outport" located at the end of a series of islands and causeways, where each twist in the road brings a

new vista. You can often see icebergs from the shore. The best time for iceberg watching is from April to early June, though the numbers vary greatly from year to year. After June the chance to spot icebergs is constantly decreasing and by the beginning of August the last one is usually gone. Visit the nearby lighthouse at Long Point to watch the sunset, look for

icebergs, or just enjoy the view. This light was built of stone in 1875, and is only 14.3 metres tall. Because of the very high

winds that sometimes occur here (up to 150 kph), an enclosed walkway was built to join the lighthouse to the lighthouse

keeper's home.

Spend one night in Twillingate. 

Day 17 - Twillingate to St. John's, approx. 280 miles.

St. John's is a unique city on North America's east coast. Although really little larger than a good-sized town, it is very

attractive. The city's harbour is still a "home away from home" for the fishing fleets of all the nations which fish the North

Atlantic, as well as for arctic and ocean exploration vessels. The brightly lit harbourfront offers a splendid evening stroll.

The many restaurants in downtown St. John's invite you to sample Newfoundland's wealth of fresh seafood. A climb to

Cabot Tower on Signal Hill let you gaze out over the still wild coastline and the snug harbour that the mariners from

Portugal and England discovered when they first crossed the ocean. In the evening, from here you can overlook the

sparkling lights of the city on one side, and on the other, the unchanged Atlantic coast, much as it was in the days of

Columbus and Cabot.

Spend two nights in St. Johns. 

Day 20 - Drive from Sydney to Guysborough. approx. 85 miles. 

Here in the northeast corner of mainland Nova Scotia, experience the rugged beauty of Canada, where land meets sea:

forested hills and valleys stretching to the horizon, and quiet little villages nestled in safe havens. The history of seaports

dates back to the earliest European arrivals in North America, as do communities that were among the continent's first to

be settled by free people of African descent. Taylor Head Provincial Park is located on a rugged, windswept peninsula that

extends 4 miles into the Atlantic Ocean. Trails and walks provide access to a variety of natural habitats, interesting

geological features, wildlife species, scenic overlooks and secluded beaches. The provincial park is southwest of Sheet

Harbor. The east coast has a large number of islands along the shoreline, making it ideal for sea kayaking. 

Stay one night in Guysborough. 

Drive to Halifax in time for your flight home