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The Maritimes: Prince Edward Island to New Brunswick

The Maritimes: Prince Edward Island to New Brunswick

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Experience the seaside charm of two of the Canadian Maritimes – Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick – on this six-day jaunt from Charlottetown to Saint John. Have plenty of time to soak up the rugged coastal vibe, meet the friendly locals and explore colourful fishing villages. Visit the home of the endearingly mischievous heroine of Anne of Green Gables and meet with a local Mi’kmaq guide on Lennox Island to learn about their culture. Enjoy a freshly caught dinner as you cruise Shediac Bay and stop at the iconic Hopewell Rocks for a stroll along the Bay of Fundy’s ocean floor with a local naturalist guide. Explore Prince Edward Island National Park with its parabolic dunes and spectacular coastal views before finishing up in Canada’s oldest city.

Trip Name
The Maritimes: Prince Edward Island to New Brunswick
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
6
Capacity
12
Highlights
  • Explore the Bay of Fundy – home to the world’s biggest tides. Wander the sea floor with a local naturalist guide and get up close to the sandstone ‘flowerpots’ at Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park.
  • Put on your bib and dig into a traditional lobster and mussel dinner with a Prince Edward Island fisherman on his private property along the shore.
  • Connect with Mi'kmaq guide at Lennox Island to learn how to make bannock (quick bread) and listen to traditional stories.
  • Hear the stories behind the beloved ‘Anne of Green Gables’ on a walk through the Green Gables Heritage Place, where L.M. Montgomery drew her inspiration.
  • Discover why Shediac is known as the ‘Lobster Capital of the World’ during a bay cruise featuring a lobster-fishing demonstration and a chance to savour fresh local seafood.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway and has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if deemed necessary due to safety concerns. , OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and may be on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk.

Day 1 - Charlottetown
Welcome to Prince Edward Island! Your trip kicks off in historic Charlottetown, the birthplace of the Canadian Confederation. Meet your group and local leader at 10 am for a welcome meeting, then head out for a leader-led walkabout the town. Your afternoon is free to wander on your own before regrouping in the late afternoon for a special dinner. Head out along the stunning Points East Coastal Drive to meet a local fisherman and enjoy a traditional lobster and mussel boil on his private property.
Day 2 - Charlottetown
Drive from Charlottetown to the Greenwich section of Prince Edward Island National Park – home to a rare, parabolic dune system and miles of white-sand beach. Located along the famous Points East Coastal Drive, Greenwich is the perfect place to discover the small towns, beaches and wildlife that make Prince Edward Island so unique. As you walk the dune trail and dip your toes in the surf, look out for uncommon coastal plant species and a variety of seabirds. Then, you’ll visit Skmaqn-Port la Joye-Fort-Amherst National Historic Site for views of Charlottetown’s harbour. This site commemorates the first permanent European settlement on the island! After, carry on to a local, family-run and family-owned winery for a tasting of their favourite drops.
Day 3 - Summerside
This morning, say goodbye to Charlottetown and start the drive towards Summerside, stopping at a few viewpoints along the way. Stop in Cavendish, where L.M. Montgomery famously drew her inspiration for the ‘Anne of Green Gables’ novels. Visit Green Gables Heritage Place and explore the area. After, you’ll stop for an optional lunch at Cape Tyron Lighthouse before continuing to Lennox Island. Here, you’ll visit Lennox Island First Nation to meet with a Mi'kmaq guide for a tour of the cultural centre. Learn about Mi'kmaq culture and history, as well as the traditional way of preparing bannock (quick bread) at a campfire. Then, check out the Bottle Houses – a village of buildings, including a tavern, a chapel and gift shop, that are literally made out of thousands of bottles. Tonight, you’ll spend the night in the coastal city of Summerside.
Day 4 - Moncton
Today you'll depart Prince Edward Island, crossing the iconic Confederation Bridge and stopping at the informative Interpretation Centre to learn about this engineering marvel. Take a short walk near the old ferry terminal, which closed in 1997 when the bridge opened, for a glimpse into the past. Next, head to Shediac, known as the 'Lobster Capital of the World.' Weather permitting, there’s an optional lunch at Parlee Beach before heading to see the famous giant lobster sculpture. Then take some time to wander around the charming village before boarding a boat to cruise scenic Shediac Bay, with dinner served on board. After returning to the mainland, it's just a short drive to Moncton, where you’ll spend the night.
Day 5 - Saint John
This morning, make your way to the postcard-perfect Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park. When you arrive, join a naturalist guide for a walk right out onto the sea floor (tide permitting) and get up close to the towering sandstone formations known as the Hopewell Rocks, or Flowerpot Rocks. When the tide comes in, waters in the bay can reach up to 16 m (52 ft), making it the highest tide in the world. In the afternoon, take a quick detour to spectacular Cap Enrage with its charming lighthouse before continuing on through Fundy National Park. Tonight, you’ll stay in the historic seaport city of Saint John. When you arrive, head out for dinner with your group and cheers to an awesome adventure!
Day 6 - Saint John
With no further activities planned, your trip ends today and you’re free to leave at any time. Or, if you like, stick around and explore the city of Saint John and more of the Maritimes on your own. If you need help with booking additional accommodation, just reach out to your booking agent ahead of time.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
26-09-202601-10-2026AUD $ 4,960-
03-10-202608-10-2026AUD $ 4,990-
29-05-202703-06-2027AUD $ 4,290-
05-06-202710-06-2027AUD $ 4,195-
12-06-202717-06-2027AUD $ 4,320-
19-06-202724-06-2027AUD $ 4,445-
26-06-202701-07-2027AUD $ 4,445-
03-07-202708-07-2027AUD $ 4,445-
10-07-202715-07-2027AUD $ 4,445-
17-07-202722-07-2027AUD $ 4,445-
24-07-202729-07-2027AUD $ 4,320-
31-07-202705-08-2027AUD $ 4,320-
07-08-202712-08-2027AUD $ 4,530-
14-08-202719-08-2027AUD $ 4,530-
21-08-202726-08-2027AUD $ 4,530-
28-08-202702-09-2027AUD $ 4,530-
04-09-202709-09-2027AUD $ 4,530-
11-09-202716-09-2027AUD $ 4,320-
18-09-202723-09-2027AUD $ 4,320-
25-09-202730-09-2027AUD $ 4,195-
02-10-202707-10-2027AUD $ 4,195-
27-05-202801-06-2028AUD $ 4,405-
03-06-202808-06-2028AUD $ 4,405-
10-06-202815-06-2028AUD $ 4,535-
17-06-202822-06-2028AUD $ 4,665-
24-06-202829-06-2028AUD $ 4,665-
01-07-202806-07-2028AUD $ 4,665-
08-07-202813-07-2028AUD $ 4,665-
15-07-202820-07-2028AUD $ 4,665-
22-07-202827-07-2028AUD $ 4,535-
29-07-202803-08-2028AUD $ 4,535-
05-08-202810-08-2028AUD $ 4,755-
12-08-202817-08-2028AUD $ 4,755-
19-08-202824-08-2028AUD $ 4,755-
26-08-202831-08-2028AUD $ 4,755-
02-09-202807-09-2028AUD $ 4,755-
09-09-202814-09-2028AUD $ 4,535-
16-09-202821-09-2028AUD $ 4,535-
23-09-202828-09-2028AUD $ 4,405-
30-09-202805-10-2028AUD $ 4,405-

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