10 Days from $995 Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
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Begins and Ends: Halifax
Itinerary
Day 1 – Halifax, Nova Scotia
Welcome to Canada’s Atlantic Coast and the Canadian Maritimes, a land blessed with stunning natural beauty and a relaxed way of life. Visit all three of Canada's Maritime provinces: Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick. On arrival, transfer by hotel courtesy shuttle from the Halifax airport. Rooms are available for check-in after 3:00 p.m. Join Caravan for an 8:00 p.m. welcome briefing.
Day 2 – Cape Breton Island
On your journey to Cape Breton Island this morning, visit with the First Nation people of Nova Scotia at the Mi'kmaq heritage center. Learn about their history, legends and present day life. Continue to Cape Breton Island and the Cabot Trail, one of the most beautiful drives in the world. See inspiring mountain and coastal scenery en route to Cheticamp. Enjoy a relaxing two-night stay at this French-speaking Acadian fishing village, in the heart of the Cabot Trail. The fun loving Cape Bretoners are renowned for celebrating with traditional Celtic and Acadian music and dance. Enjoy dinner. BD
Day 3 – Whale Watching
This morning, enjoy a thrilling whale watching cruise (weather permitting). Cape Breton Island's rich waters are the seasonal home to many species of whales. Look for fin, minke, and pilot whales. You may also see dolphins and porpoises. Afternoon drive into the nearby highlands of the Cabot Trail. Enjoy ocean views and possible wildlife sightings, including moose and bald eagles. B
Day 4 – Cabot Trail, Baddeck
A grand adventure awaits you today on the Cabot Trail. Drive through forests, mountains and valleys in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Breathtaking ocean scenery unfolds as you follow the trail from Pleasant Bay to Cape Smokey. See rugged cliffs and wonderful ocean views. Then to Baddeck to visit the Alexander Graham Bell Museum, dedicated to the inventor of the telephone. Bell once said, "I have traveled around the globe ... and for simple beauty, Cape Breton Island outrivals them all." Bell made his home here. Stay a relaxing two nights in the resort town of Baddeck on Cape Breton Island. Dinner tonight. BD
Day 5 – Fortress of Louisbourg
Morning visit to the crown jewel of the Canadian Park Service, the Fortress of Louisbourg. Enjoy a fun stroll through this 18th century fortress as actors bring to life colorful characters and events from Louisbourg's glorious past (limited services in October). Return to the charming town of Baddeck. Your afternoon is at leisure. B
Day 6 – Prince Edward Island
Travel south this morning to mainland Nova Scotia and board a short ferry to the picturesque province of Prince Edward Island. Pass over gently rolling farmlands en route to Prince Edward Island National Seashore. Enjoy vistas of red sand beaches and bluffs. Watch for red fox and great blue heron. Enjoy a relaxing two night stay at your nearby country inn. Dinner tonight. BD
Day 7 – Prince Edward Island
This morning enter the magical and enchanting world of Anne of Green Gables. Visit the Anne of Green Gables House in Cavendish. Stroll through Lover's Lane and other settings from the literary classic. Mark Twain called the novel "the sweetest creation of childlife yet written." This afternoon, join Caravan for a brief sightseeing tour of Charlottetown followed by leisure time in the downtown. B
Day 8 – New Brunswick, Bay of Fundy
Travel over the 8 mile long Confederation Bridge this morning to the province of New Brunswick. See New Brunswick's most famous geological feature, the Flowerpot Rocks at Hopewell Cape. Observe the gradual rise or fall of the Bay of Fundy tides, an average change of 6 to 8 feet per hour. The Fundy Tides are the highest on earth and rise and fall an astounding 50 feet. Twice each day one-hundred-billion tons of water flow into the Bay of Fundy. This creates the phenomenal Fundy Tides, which overpower the rivers flowing into the Fay of Fundy and reverse their direction two times a day. Next, to the lively oceanfront town of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Enjoy a relaxing two night stay at your ideally located waterfront hotel. B
Day 9 – Peggy's Cove, Halifax
Morning visit to the idyllic fishing village and artists' retreat of Peggy's Cove. Photo stop at the classic red and white lighthouse. Then, enjoy a sightseeing drive of Halifax, including a visit to the 17th century fort, Citadel Hill. Afternoon at leisure in Halifax to explore the many fun attractions within walking distance of your hotel. Enjoy dinner. BD
Day 10 – Halifax
Your tour ends after breakfast. Caravan provides transfers throughout the day to the Halifax airport. Thanks for vacationing with Caravan. B
Fall Colors in Nova Scotia
Fall foliage arrives later in Nova Scotia than in New England. The best departure dates for viewing fall colors are all of the October dates. Have your camera ready on the Cabot Trail, where fall foliage can be spectacular.
Back to Top Caravan Videos for this Tour
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Scenic Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island –
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Lure of the Sea: Cape Breton Whale Watching – |
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Morning at Peggys Cove –
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Low Tide at Hopewell Rocks –
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Green Gables: Site of Anne of Green Gables –
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Latin America Tours
U.S.A. Tours
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2010 Departure Dates
| Jun | 2*, 4*, 6*, 8*, 10*, 12**, 16**, 18**, 20**, 22**, 24**, 26**, 28** |
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| Jul | 2, 6, 10, 14, 16, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28 |
| Aug | 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 23, 25, 27, 31 |
| Sep | 2, 4, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 20, 24, 26, 28, 30 |
| Oct | 2**, 4**, 6**, 8**, 10**, 12**, 14**, 16** |
*indicates Super Value date
**indicates Great Value date
Call For Latest Availability
2010 Price Per Person - $U.S.
| Room Type | Super Value | Great Value | Special Value |
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| Double | $ 995 | $ 1,095 | $ 1,195 |
| Triple | 895 | 995 | 1,095 |
| Single | 1,475 | 1,575 | 1,675 |
Plus Taxes and Fees:
Double $199; Triple $179; Single $269
How to Reserve Space
Call 1-800-Caravan. You can reserve space free for up to 3 days, then a $300 deposit per person is due. Full payment due 60 days prior to departure.
Airfare is not included or sold by Caravan. Here is a list of some of the airlines that service this tour.
Meals included are shown by:
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
What’s on this Page:
Hotels - listed by day
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Halifax
Hilton Garden Inn |
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Cheticamp, Cabot Trail
Laurie's Inn |
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Baddeck, Cape Breton
Auberge Gisele's Inn |
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Prince Edward Island
North Winds |
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Halifax
Marriott Harbourfront Hotel |
General Info
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Travel Protection Plan
Caravan’s very reasonably priced travel protection plan offers peace of mind if you cancel for any reason prior to departure of the tour and also includes comprehensive medical air and baggage insurance. Caravan strongly recommends purchasing this plan. The cost is $99. Find out more
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Back to Top Hotels
Accommodations in the hotels and lodges are rooms with two beds and private bath or shower. A limited number of single rooms are available. Triple rooms are usually two beds, sometimes with a cot or rollaway.
Days 1 – Halifax
Hilton Garden Inn, Halifax Airport
Halifax is the gateway to the Canadian Maritimes. The Hilton Garden Inn is a mid-rise hotel located near the Halifax airport. The hotel offers a 24 hour free airport shuttle. Each of the rooms has complimentary wired and wireless internet access, two phone lines, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, iron & ironing board, and hairdryer. The Hilton Garden Inn has an indoor pool and fitness center. The hotel has the Great North American Grill Restaurant (6AM to 10PM), evening room service (5PM to 10PM) and a late night bar menu (10PM to 12 Midnight).
Days 2,3 – Cheticamp, Cabot Trail
Laurie's Inn
Laurie's Inn is located in the historic Acadian Village of Cheticamp on the Cabot Trail. The fishing fleet sails out to sea from the harbor below the hotel.
Days 4, 5 – Baddeck, Cape Breton
Auberge Gisele's Inn
The inn is located in the quaint town of Baddeck, which is the official starting point of the Cabot Trail. Baddeck's waterfront, a short stroll away, has a vibrant array of maritime shops, cafes and restaurants. The famous Bell Bay golf course is a short drive.
Days 6, 7 – Prince Edward Island
North Winds
The North Winds, Brackley Beach, is located in rural Prince Edward Island just minutes from Prince Edward Island National Seashore and Brackley Beach. The hotel has an indoor pool. All rooms have modern amenities, including air conditioning, refrigerator, cable TV, hair dryer, and an iron/ironing board.
Days 8,9 – Halifax
Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
The Marriott Harbourfront Hotel is located on the downtown waterfront boardwalk of Halifax. The hotel is adjacent to the historic properties, and is connected to the downtown indoor pedway system. The rooms have all the modern amenities. There is a casino, fitness center, spa, swimming pool, and whirlpool for you to enjoy.
Back to Top Airport Transfer Information
Arrival Transfers
Caravan's arrival hotel, the Hilton Garden Inn Halifax Airport, provides arrival transfers 24 hours a day from the Halifax Airport (YHZ). On your arrival at the baggage claim area, call the Hilton Garden Inn Halifax Airport from the courtesy hotel phones and arrange for your transfer. (Transfers are available for pre-tour arrivals too). To enter Canada, you will need a valid U.S. passport. Non U.S. citizens, please check passport and visa requirements. Note: It is recommended that children under 18 years old traveling internationally without both parents or legal guardians, carry a notarized letter of authorization signed by the missing parent(s) or guardian(s). A notarized birth certificate showing only one parent, a parent’s death certificate, or a court order of child custody may also be permissible. Failure to have proper documentation could result in denial of boarding by the airline, due to international child protection laws.
Departure Transfers
Caravan includes departure transfers during the morning, afternoon and evening from the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront to the Halifax Airport (YHZ) in Halifax, Canada, on the last day of the tour. These transfers are also available post tour for tour members staying additional days in Halifax. Please reserve your transfer time the day before your departure. Allow for a 30-45 minute drive to the airport, depending on traffic.
Airline Info
Airfare is not included or sold by Caravan Tours. Here are lists of airlines that service this tour:
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Air Canada, Air Saint Pierre, Airtransat, American Airlines, American Eagle, Canadian Affair, CanJet, Condor Airlines, Continental, Delta, Maritime Air Charter, Northwest, Provincial Airlines, Skyservice, United Airlines, Westjet, Zoom Airlines |
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Back to Top Local Weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Halifax | ||||||||||||
| temp | 15/13 | 31/15 | 38/23 | 47/31 | 59/40 | 68/48 | 74/55 | 74/56 | 67/50 | 57/41 | 46/32 | 35/21 |
| rainfall | 5.4 | 4.3 | 4.9 | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 3.8 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 5.4 | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Prince Edward Island | ||||||||||||
| temp | 26/12 | 26/11 | 34/20 | 45/30 | 57/40 | 67/50 | 75/58 | 73/57 | 65/51 | 55/41 | 43/32 | 31/19 |
| rainfall | 4.3 | 3.7 | 3.5 | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.5 | 3.2 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 4.1 | 4.9 | 4.7 |
| Cape Breton | ||||||||||||
| temp | 29/17 | 29/17 | 37/24 | 46/30 | 58/38 | 68/47 | 74/55 | 73/54 | 66/50 | 55/43 | 45/33 | 34/26 |
| rainfall | 6.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 7.0 |
Clothing Tips
This is a predominantly casual tour. Casual wear is suggested for sightseeing and daytime travelling. Dress code for most evenings is smart casual.
Back to Top Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the tour price?
Virtually everything! Hotels, most meals, all of the activities described in the itinerary pages, airport transfers in select cities, gratuities to hotel porters, restaurant staff and local guides. Caravan’s professional Tour Directors and local guides will be with you every step of the way, ensuring a worry free vacation.
What is not included in the tour price?
Prices do not include air travel, country entry or departure fees, airport porter fees, visas, phones, valet, all items of a personal nature, food and beverages not on the regular menu and tips to the Caravan Tour Director and Driver. General fees and taxes are additional and listed separately beneath each tour’s price.
Can your tours be enjoyed by all age groups?
From the dramatic coastlines of Nova Scotia to the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica, Caravan has a tour for every one. Passengers requiring special assistance must be accompanied by an able companion.
How long will each day be?
A well paced and unhurried itinerary is our goal, after all, you are on vacation! Touring days begin and end at reasonable hours and include frequent stops. While the occasional early morning departure is necessary, we do our best to ensure a leisurely vacation.
How large will my group be?
Group sizes will vary depending on the reserved rooms at the hotels and lodges and the capacity of the ships, trains, and motorcoaches used. Usually, the maximum size will range from 36 to 44 passengers.
Are meals included?
Included meals for each tour are listed at the end of each day. Meals are shown by B (breakfast), L (lunch) and D (dinner). All meals in Latin America are included. Most meals are included in the USA and Canada. Full, buffet, or deluxe continental breakfasts are included everywhere. Coffee and tea are provided at all meals. In Latin America, bottled water is provided free on the motorcoach and purified water is provided at the meals. Alcoholic beverages are not included unless specified.
What is the currency exchange rate?
As of October 1, 2006, the Canadian Dollar is worth $1.25 U.S. Dollars.
Back to Top Customer Reviews of our Nova Scotia & Prince Edward tour
“Our motor coach driver was EXCELLENT! He takes care of his motor coach extremely well. He handled our luggage as if it were his own and made sure it was all there as we came and went to our hotels. EXCELLENT! EXCELLENT! EXCELLENT!”
Mr. & Mrs. A.C., Auburn, Massachusetts“I was very impressed with Caravan and hope to travel with you again. I will recommend you to my friends. Thanks for a wonderful week in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.”
Ms. A.H., Shelby, Ohio“There were several people on our tour who had traveled with Caravan and sought Caravan for their Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island vacation. I fully understand why and will certainly travel with Caravan again.”
Mr. & Mrs. K.D., Albuquerque, New Mexico“The new friendships we made were an added bonus.”
Mr. & Mrs. M.Z., Shelby, Ohio“Our tour director and driver made a great team. We chose this tour for our honeymoon because we wanted something scenic, relaxing and stress free. Your people helped make it everything we expected and more. We will definitely be going on tours with Caravan in the future.”
Mr. & Mrs. M.B., Rhinedorf, New York“Caravan Tours was excellent and Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island are a must see!”
Ms. N.F., Osler, Saskatchewan Canada“It’s nice to leave the driving and all of the arrangements to someone else and just enjoy the sights.”
Mr. & Mrs. N.A., Arlington, Texas“I have traveled extensively with several different tour companies and am very pleased with my experience with Caravan. They deliver what they promise and provide a pleasant and hassle-free vacation.”
Ms. A.R., Ventura, California“The hotel in Halifax was beautiful with great service. The restaurant was great as well. The Dundee Resort was beautiful, the restaurant was good and the service was great. The tour was well organized and the sightseeing tours were beautiful. The tour guides were very knowledgeable and friendly. I fell in love with the East Coast and would like to retire there some day in Prince Edward Island.”
Ms. S.R., Toronto, Ontario Canada“The hotel in Halifax had an excellent location. The guides at the Fort and Prince Edward Island were very helpful. They added the local color and knowledge, which added to the pleasure of the visit. Looking forward to our next Caravan tour. This was our second very enjoyable trip with Caravan Tours.”
Mr. & Mrs. J.B., Bradenton, Florida“I have no further comments that I would like you to share other than to go on Caravan Tours and have a great time! Caravan rocks!”
Ms. C.R., Toronto, Ontario Canada“The hotel in Halifax was a really nice hotel that I enjoyed very much. The meals are good there and the location of the hotel was perfect. The North Winds, even though it’s not a big hotel, it’s still clean and comfortable so that you’ll enjoy the situation there with such pleasant staff. The Ceilidh Country Lodge and Inverary Resort hotel is well situated and it provided a lot of activities from which to choose. Their free internet services gave us a lot of convenience. The Dundee Resort hotel had a good view with good meals provided as well. We enjoyed our farewell dinner very much there.”
Ms. C.L., Vancouver, British Columbia Canada“I really didn’t think that I would enjoy this trip as much as I did. We had an exceptionally nice group and we made some good friends. My husband and I have been on a lot of tours and we were very impressed with our trip to Nova Scotia. Can’t wait until our next one. I will certainly recommend Caravan to all my friends.”
Mr. & Mrs. G.B., South Daytona, Florida“The tour director was very helpful in working out a couple of situations we encountered. The Halifax guide was excellent. The Prince Edward Island guide was very good. Cape Breton guide was knowledgeable. This was our first tour. Thanks to Caravan and its staff for making it a very enjoyable experience. We recommend this tour to anyone.”
Mr. & Mrs. R.D., Rochester, New York“The hotel in Halifax had wonderfully comfortable rooms, close to the action as well. The Dundee Resort Hotel had superb food, room, and the walk on the golf course was in beautiful surroundings. The sightseeing and activities were as they were described in brochures and as shown in online videos. You will enjoy a comfortable and relaxing trip through the beautiful and not crowded Canadian Maritimes.”
Mr. & Mrs. E.S., Rochester, Minnesota“The hotel in Halifax had excellent accommodations, food and service. We enjoyed the pool and associated facilities. The North Winds Hotel was clean and comfortable. Also, dinner was excellent. The Dundee Resort had lots of room and was very comfortable. The meals were great and it was a nice place to end our tour. There was a lot to see and do. Everything was well planned and there was a lot of additional information provided to us for us to see and do on our own. It was an outstanding tour that I would recommend to anyone. Hotels, meals, guides and tour route were fantastic. Please pass on my commendations to all of the special guides.”
Mr. & Mrs. C.L., Lompoc, California“It was a great trip. I regret not having a bathing suit. I was not aware of pool and workout facilities available.”
Mr. & Mrs. M.H., Manasquan, New Jersey“We were a group of people and it was our first motor coach tour. We are planning another one in the spring with your company. Keep up the high standards.”
Mr. & Mrs. J.L., Great Neck, New York“I would love to go on this trip again. The trip was well planned. I enjoyed it very very much.”
Ms. J.S., Birmingham, Alabama“I’d go again in a heartbeat.”
Ms. M.C., Birmingham, Alabama“Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Cape Breton Highlands are beautiful areas and we are glad we saw them by motor coach with Caravan rather than trying to do it on our own.”
Mr. & Mrs. C.D., Seattle, Washington“Caravan is a real excellent value for the price. I had a wonderful time and do hope you can keep your rates at the same level. Thank you.”
Ms. R.F., Doylestown, Pennsylvania“I have been on lots of different tours and the tour director on this tour was exceptional. She was easy to listen to and knew how to relate to people. She was very educated and well-versed on all aspects of the tour.”
Ms. B.F., Fergus Fall, Missouri“This was our first tour and already looking to go on another next year. I will recommend Caravan to all.”
Mr. & Mrs. W.R., Flanders, New Jersey“This was our fourth Caravan tour. As always, it was fun, educational and enjoyable.”
Mr. & Mrs. R.H., Wheat Ridge, Colorado These are only the first 25 reviews of this tour... Read all 85 Reviews »Back to Top About Caravan Tours
Caravan’s Proud History
Caravan Tours began selling fully escorted tours in 1952. We have been under the same management and ownership ever since. In 1965, Roger Mudd hosted a two hour CBS TV special on Caravan Tours. This TV production took about one month to make and was so successful it inspired the 1968 romantic comedy movie “If it’s Tuesday this must be Belgium.” In the early 50’s the Mayor of Dublin presented Caravan with the Key to Dublin for bringing the first American tour to the city after WWII. Since then Caravan has been recognized as a pioneer in travel. More recently, Caravan was awarded the Sierra Madre Explora award for our positive effect on Mexico’s Copper Canyon region!
Great Value, Book Early
Caravan’s strong buying power gives you great vacations at prices much lower than you can find anywhere. Last year many of our tours sold out quickly. Book early for the date you prefer and the best air fare.
Trade Association Memberships
Caravan Tours is a member of ASTA (American Society of Travel Agents), NTA (National Tour Association), CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association), and an allied member of ACTA (Alliance of Canadian Travel Agencies).
How does Caravan Tours sell these tours for such a low cost?
Caravan delivers volume to our suppliers, who in turn reward us with their very best prices, we in turn pass these savings on to you, and you reward us by buying our tours. As volume continues to rise, we then receive even better prices from our suppliers, and we pass even greater savings on to you. This year our tours are better than ever.
How satisfied are Caravan clients?
The short answer is “very.” Our surveys are uniformly very positive. However we continually strive to improve our tours, (they are often updated several times in the course of one year), we study all client surveys and suggestions for improvement very carefully.
Pitch-Free Travel
Caravan includes all activities listed in the tour itinerary page. Caravan does not sell any optional activities which can add hundreds of dollars to your tour price. Your free time is scheduled in great settings where there is no need to buy additional expensive activities.
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