Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island

Arrive in Halifax, Nova Scotia

Welcome to Halifax! Upon your arrival at Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ), you’ll be transferred to the hotel.

Private Welcome Reception & Dinner

Meet up with your Adventure Guides and fellow travelers at a private welcome reception and dinner in your honor. Enjoy getting to know everyone as you prepare to embark on an incredible adventure!

Breakfast at the Hotel

Fuel up on breakfast at the hotel this morning before beginning your first adventure-filled day to Prince Edward Island.

Sugar Moon Farm Visit & Lunch

Indulge your senses in the magic of maple as you start the day with a visit to Sugar Moon Farm where you’ll learn about the process that brings syrup from tree to table. Then, you’ll get to savor the flavors of Nova Scotia—including syrup tapped on site—at a delicious brunch before continuing your trip to Prince Edward Island.

Ferry to Prince Edward Island

Your journey along the Trans-Canada Trail continues as you board a ferry that will take you from Caribou, Nova Scotia to Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island.

Wood Islands Lighthouse Visit

Disembark the ferry and begin exploring the southernmost point of the Trans-Canada Trail that spans Prince Edward Island. Discover the diverse heritage and legends of the Maritime coastline on a tour of the historic 3-story Wood Islands Lighthouse, which was completed in 1876. While on the island, you’ll also learn about the area’s sea life and sea glass that combine to create a unique aquatic ecosystem.

Junior Adventurers can channel their inner-Mary Poppins as they create sea glass-inspired paper kites, before sending them soaring into the sky.

Adult Dinner at Hotel

Gather with your fellow Adult Adventurers for a delicious dinner at the hotel.

Junior Adventurer Dinner & Movie Night

Junior Adventurers join with the Adventure Guides for dinner in their own private room, followed by a fun evening watching a Disney movie.

Breakfast at Hotel

Begin your day with breakfast at your leisure in the hotel, before heading out for a day of adventure.

Morning On Your Own Time at Hotel

Enjoy a morning at leisure, making a splash in the surf or building sandcastles on the North Shore beach. You may also want to take advantage of the hotel’s amenities, which include the Rodd Aveda Spa or playing a round on the Links at Crowbush Cove golf course. Opens a dialog with important information. See important details

Lunch & On Your Own Time Avonlea Village

Stroll the streets of Avonlea Village, a replica of the quaint community at the heart of the “Anne of Green Gables” stories. Avonlea—the fictitious name Lucy Maud Montgomery gave to Cavendish—is home to historic buildings from the author’s life, including the original schoolhouse she taught in and the 1872 Historic Long River Church, in addition to replications of houses and shops from the time of the novels.

Then, tantalize your taste buds with a delicious lunch of regionally inspired lobster rolls and bistro-style fare at one of the locally owned restaurants you discover during your exploration or ask your Adventure Guides for a recommendation.

“Anne of Green Gables” Museum Experience

Immerse yourself in the literary setting of author Lucy Maud Montgomery’s popular “Anne of Green Gables” novels that capture the charm and spirit of 19th century Prince Edward Island.

• Tour the historic home-turned-museum dedicated to Lucy Maud Montgomery.
• Roll up your sleeves and participate in planting and digging potatoes—just as Anne’s adoptive family did in the novels, and as Prince Edward Island residents take pride in doing to this day.
• Enjoy a jaunty carriage ride with “Matthew Cuthbert”—the gentleman Anne thought of as a kindred spirit—around the property overlooking Anne’s “Lake of Shining Waters.”
• Sip tea with a member of current Campbell family members, whose family own the home. Lucy Maud spent much of her childhood visiting this home and was affectionately known as “Aunt Maud” by her cousins.

Private Dinner & Entertainment at Local Restaurant

Celebrate the natural and traditional flavors of Prince Edward Island as you learn the region’s unique culinary stories at a local restaurant. As you dine, you’ll be entertained by local musicians who will perform traditional regional tunes that are tied to the island’s Celtic heritage.

Breakfast at Hotel

Begin your day with breakfast at your leisure in the hotel, before heading out for a day of adventure.

Cape Jourimain Stop

Make a brief stop to take in the sheer beauty of Prince Edward Island’s pastoral landscape of rolling hills and pristine forests. Visit the point connecting Prince Edward Island to New Brunswick via the Confederation Bridge, a truly magnificent feat of Canadian engineering that spans the often-ice-covered waters along the Canadian coast. Take in the tranquil scenery that seamlessly blends the industrial marvel of the Confederation Bridge with the marshes that signify the beginning of the Trans-Canada Trail’s path westward.

Shediac Lobster Boat Experience & Lunch

Cruise the calm waters of Shediac Bay for a first-hand experience of lobster fishing in the north Atlantic. While on board, you’ll learn about the sustainable and responsible fishing practices used to protect the local environment and lobster populations. You’ll also hear stories from a lifelong lobsterman as they share tips and tricks for preparing your own delectable lobster meal.

Get cracking and dig into an onboard fisherman’s feast featuring locally sourced, succulent lobster (or non-lobster meal if preferred).

Dinner & Evening On Your Own in Moncton, New Brunswick

Stop in at one of the gastropubs or restaurants in Moncton’s downtown area to get a taste of local flavors, culinary creativity and the warm hospitality the people of New Brunswick take pride in.

Following dinner, stroll through Moncton’s Riverfront Park, another portion of the Trans-Canada Trail that celebrates the region’s Celtic heritage.

Breakfast at Hotel

Begin your day with breakfast at your leisure in the hotel, before heading out for a day of adventure.

Fundy Bay Discover Day

(Activity order depends on tides)

Hopewell Rocks Park Guided Exploration

• Enjoy a privately guided tour for an exploration of the exposed ocean floor of the Bay of Fundy during the low tide of the world’s highest tidal cycle.
• Get up close and personal with the Hopewell Rocks, or Flowerpots Rocks, whose unique formations are the results of millennia of extreme tidal erosion.
• Hear tales surrounding the origin of Hopewell Rocks.

Lunch at Broadleaf Ranch

Take a break from your exciting day and fuel up with a delicious lunch at Broadleaf Ranch before heading back out for an afternoon full of adventure.

Afternoon at Broadleaf Ranch Activity Options

High Tide Observation

Relax and reflect on the dramatic changes in the Bay of Fundy as you observe the landscape following the arrival of high tide.

Dinner at Local Restaurant

Unwind from your day as you swap stories with your fellow Adventurers while enjoying a delicious meal at a local Moncton restaurant.

Breakfast at the Hotel

Begin your day with breakfast at your leisure in the hotel, before heading back to Halifax for a day of adventure.

Millbrook Cultural Center

Spend the morning immersed in the culture and traditions of the Mi’kmaq people through workshops and ceremonies that will bring the story of this proud nation to life.

• Guided Tour of the Cultural Heritage Center: Learn the story of the Mi’kmaq people through their traditions and rich history.
• Private Discussion: Engage in a private discussion about the current culture and experiences of the Mi’kmaq people.
• Talking Stick Workshop: Discover the significance of the talking stick and how its history as an instrumental tool in keeping order and teaching respect for others. During this workshop, you will select your own stick and personalize it using beads, paint, natural leather ties and feathers to make it your own.

Lunch at Masstown Market

Visit this local market where you’ll enjoy a simple and hearty lunch featuring flavors of the region. You’ll also shop in the market which is filled with shelves of locally produced crafts and goods—which make excellent souvenirs to remind you of your adventure.

Dinner & Evening On Your Own in Halifax

After you check into the hotel, head into Halifax and roam the harbor front district where you’ll discover an amazing array of eateries that highlight flavors from the near Atlantic, prepared in a variety of ways that speak to the tapestry of cultures that have immigrated to Canada and now call this region their new home.

Breakfast at the Hotel

Enjoy a delicious breakfast before you begin your day of adventures.

Salt Marsh Exploration & Junior Adventurer Scavenger Hunt

Continue your exploration of the Trans-Canada Trail as you hike along a renovated railway trail that is surrounded by tranquil wetlands.

During your exploration of the Salt Marsh, Junior Adventurers will be keeping a sharp eye on the environment around them as they participate in a wildlife and special sights scavenger hunt.

Lunch & Early Afternoon On Your Own in Halifax

Venture out into Halifax to discover a new favorite place for a delicious lunch. Dine along the waterfront at local cafes and bistros whose dishes can only be enhanced by the breeze off the harbor.

After lunch, enjoy the serenity of the Halifax Public Gardens or find inspiration at any of the local art installments as you explore the city.

Tall Ship Silva Sailing

Take to the sea as you set sail on a 130-foot schooner to explore some of Halifax Harbour’s most notable landmarks. Constructed in Sweden in the 1930s, M/S Silva spent over 70 years afloat as a cargo ship in Northern Europe before entering Canadian waters in 2001. The vessel still retains the same profile of billowing sails she had upon her initial launch.

Private Farewell Reception at The Tap Room

Gather together with your fellow Adventurers in a restored 1800s warehouse, turned into a charming nautical-themed pub to say farewell to the amazing Canadian Maritime provinces. The Celtic inspired entertainment will set the perfect tone to the waterfront area as you savor another amazing meal of hearty Nova Scotia style and flavors.

Breakfast at the Hotel

Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel before heading out to explore the city.

Morning On Your Own in Halifax

Head into the city for a final morning of exploring the amazing city of Halifax.

Transfer to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)

Board pre-arranged transportation to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) and say goodbye to fellow Adventurers and to Nova Scotia—until you return again!