Maritimes Adventure
Maritimes Adventure
Maritimes Adventure
13 Days Starting and ending in Boston, United States
Visiting: Boston, Bar Harbor, Portland, Fredericton, Digby, Halifax, Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Charlottetown, Fundy National Park, St. Andrews By-The-Sea, Rockland, North America
Tour operator:
Tour code:
CT-2025
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 36
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Please Advise Request
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Wildlife Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on the Maritimes Adventure, a cultural journey through the picturesque landscapes and charming towns of Canada. Begin your adventure in Boston, then head north to explore the cobblestone streets of Portland's Old Port Exchange and savor a traditional lobster bake in Bar Harbor. Discover the natural beauty of Acadia National Park and enjoy a private demonstration by a local fisherman in Digby. Taste Nova Scotian wines in Baddeck, visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic in Lunenburg, and stroll through the quaint fishing village of Peggy's Cove. This tour offers a blend of nature, history, and unique local experiences, all while staying in hand-picked accommodations and enjoying guided tours and expert insights.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Boston,Massachussets
Location: Boston
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Boston Hotel
At 6 pm, meet your travel companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.
Day 2: Boston,Portland,Maine,Bar Harbor
Location: Boston, Bar Harbor, Portland, Portland
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Atlantic Oceanside Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
From Massachusetts, head north through New Hampshire into Maine for Portland, one of New England’s most famous cities. Stroll down the cobblestone streets of Portland’s famous Old Port Exchange, lined with many boutiques, coffee houses, and art galleries. Continue to Bar Harbor, Maine’s oldest summer resort. Dinner this evening is a [LF] traditional lobster bake at your waterfront resort.
Day 3: Bar Harbor,Acadia National Park,Fredericton,Canada
Location: Fredericton
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza Fredericton Lord Beaverbrook
Meals Included: Breakfast
Visit the picturesque rock-bound Acadia National Park, one of America’s most visited national parks. Then travel across the Canadian border to the capital of New Brunswick, Fredericton. Tonight, explore this culturally rich community by dining in the Historic Garrison District or strolling the St. John River along the Riverfront Trail and across the Railway Bridge.
Day 4: Fredericton,Saint John,Digby,Nova Scotia
Location: Digby
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: Digby Pines Resort & Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, travel to the coast to Saint John and board a ferry to Digby, a popular summer resort. Your hotel tonight is the Digby Pines Resort, a world of casual elegance in the tradition of the grand hotels. Surrounded by breathtaking beauty, you will have an opportunity to enjoy the views, recreation, and internationally renowned cuisine in this Norman-style chateau. Before dinner, take part in a [LF] private demonstration by a local fisherman to hear about famous the Digby scallop and enjoy Nova Scotian music. Later, dinner is included at the resort.
Day 5: Digby,Lunenburg,Halifax
Location: Halifax
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Westin
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel toward Nova Scotia’s Atlantic coast and follow the winding shoreline to Lunenburg, one of the continent’s major fishing ports and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic for the ultimate waterfront experience. Continue to Halifax, the provincial capital, and your home for the next two nights. The remainder of the day is free where you may wish to visit a craft brewery or local bistro.
Day 6: Halifax. Excursion To Peggy’S Cove
Location: Halifax
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Westin
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, travel to Peggy’s Cove, one of Canada’s most charming fishing villages for a [LF] traditional Nova Scotian breakfast followed by time for spectacular shots of the famous lighthouse and picturesque setting. Return to Halifax for a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide. Visit Citadel Hill with its early 19th-century star-shaped fort, the tree-shaded walks of the public gardens, and the harbor area evoking the port’s former strategic importance. Also, see Fairview Cemetery, the final resting place for more than 100 people who perished on the ill-fated voyage of the Titanic. Then, immerse yourself in the area’s rich maritime heritage with a visit to the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Free time this evening.
Day 7: Halifax,Millbrook,Baddeck
Location: Halifax
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Silver Dart Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel to the Millbrook Mi’kmaw First Nation’s community for a guided tour of the [LF] Cultural & Heritage Centre. Later, travel via the Canso Causeway, crossing over to Cape Breton Island, one of the first footholds of European settlement in the New World. Continue to Baddeck.
Day 8: Baddeck. Excursion To Cape Breton Highlands National Park & Cabot Trail
Location: Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Silver Dart Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, drive along the Cabot Trail, the area explored by John Cabot in the late 15th century, while savoring magnificent vistas of the rocky shoreline and the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Enjoy a picnic lunch while admiring the scenery. See Cape Breton Highlands National Park at the northern tip of the island, a landscape that strikingly resembles Scottish coastal regions. Return to Baddeck for a tasting of delicious Nova Scotian wines.
Day 9: Baddeck,Caribou,Charlottetown,Pei
Location: Charlottetown
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Holman Grand Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, visit the Alexander Graham Bell Museum with exhibits tracing the achievements of the great inventor who spent the last years of his life on Cape Breton. Afterwards, head back to the peninsula and continue north to Caribou, where a ferry whisks you across the Northumberland Strait to Prince Edward Island. For the next two nights, explore Charlottetown, the provincial capital. Get acquainted with this colonial town on a stroll through colorful Great George Street and along the restored waterfront.
Day 10: Charlottetown
Location: Charlottetown
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Holman Grand Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy your morning at leisure. Enjoy a guided afternoon tour of the island that includes Prince Edward Island National Park. Also, visit Green Gables Heritage Place, the setting for the famous novel Anne of Green Gables.
Day 11: Charlottetown,Fundy National Park,St,New Brunswick Andrews By-The-Sea
Location: Fundy National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Holman Grand Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, travel across the 8-mile Confederation Bridge returning to New Brunswick. Visit Hopewell Rocks with a Naturalist Guide to see giant formations carved by the Bay of Fundy’s dramatic tides that rise and fall more than 50 feet each day. Then enjoy lunch at a 3rd generation ranch. Continue on a scenic drive through Fundy National Park en route to the resort community of St. Andrews By-the-Sea. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner at your hotel. Wonderful conversation and cuisine make the perfect finale for your vacation.
Day 12: St. Andrews By-The-Sea,Rockland,Maine
Location: St. Andrews By-The-Sea
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: The Algonquin Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, enjoy an orientation tour of St. Andrews, one of New Brunswick’s oldest and most distinctive settlements. Then journey through old-growth forest and across sheltered coves to quiet fishing villages along the way to Rockland. Free time this evening.
Day 13: Rockland,Boston,Massachusetts
Location: Boston, Boston, Rockland
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning drive to Boston. Your vacation ends at the Boston Logan International Airport or the Boston tour hotel for those with post-nights. Schedule departing flights from Boston Logan International after 3:30 pm.
What's Included
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Accommodations
Stay in a range of hand-picked hotels including Sheraton Boston Hotel, Atlantic Oceanside Hotel, Crowne Plaza Fredericton Lord Beaverbrook, Digby Pines Resort & Spa, Westin Nova Scotian, Silver Dart Lodge, The Holman Grand Hotel, and The Algonquin Resort.
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Meals
Enjoy breakfast daily, 2 lunches including a box lunch on the Cabot Trail, and 4 dinners throughout your journey.
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Transportation
Travel comfortably between destinations with all transportation included as per itinerary.
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Expert Guides
Benefit from the knowledge and insights of expert Tour Directors, Drivers, and Local Guides dedicated to making your tour memorable.
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Sightseeing Tours
Partake in guided tours and enjoy visits to major attractions like Acadia National Park, Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, and more.
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Special Experiences
Enjoy unique experiences such as a traditional lobster bake in Bar Harbor, a private demonstration by a local fisherman in Digby, and a tasting of Nova Scotian wines in Baddeck.
What's Not Included
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Airfare
International and domestic airfare are not included and must be arranged by travelers.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included but is highly recommended to cover any unforeseen events.
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Some Meals
Not all meals are covered.
Some lunches and dinners will be at the travelers' expense, offering the opportunity to explore local cuisines. -
Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, minibar, and room service are not included.
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Optional Tours
Optional tours and activities not listed in the itinerary may incur additional costs.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for Tour Directors, Drivers, and Local Guides are not included and are at the discretion of the traveler.
Meals
Breakfast daily, 2 lunches, including a box lunch on the Cabot Trail, 4 dinners
Notes
Guests should be prepared for easy but sustained walking throughout the tour. Guests with mobility concerns may experience uneven surfaces specifically for ferry loading and unloading, and limited access to passenger amenities on board certain vessels. Visiting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions.
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Old Town Lunenburg
Accommodation
Stay in a range of hand-picked hotels including Sheraton Boston Hotel, Atlantic Oceanside Hotel, Crowne Plaza Fredericton Lord Beaverbrook, Digby Pines Resort & Spa, Westin Nova Scotian, Silver Dart Lodge, The Holman Grand Hotel, and The Algonquin Resort.
Mode of Transport
Travel comfortably between destinations with all transportation included as per itinerary, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable journey throughout your adventure.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the Maritimes Adventure tour?
The Maritimes Adventure tour includes unique experiences such as a traditional lobster bake in Bar Harbor, a private demonstration by a local fisherman in Digby, and a tasting of Nova Scotian wines in Baddeck.
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Are all meals included in the tour package?
No, not all meals are included. The tour package includes breakfast daily, 2 lunches including a box lunch on the Cabot Trail, and 4 dinners. Some lunches and dinners will be at the travelers' expense, offering the opportunity to explore local cuisines.
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What kind of accommodations can I expect on this tour?
You will stay in a range of hand-picked hotels including Sheraton Boston Hotel, Atlantic Oceanside Hotel, Crowne Plaza Fredericton Lord Beaverbrook, Digby Pines Resort & Spa, Westin Nova Scotian, Silver Dart Lodge, The Holman Grand Hotel, and The Algonquin Resort.
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Is transportation between destinations included in the tour?
Yes, all transportation between destinations is included as per the itinerary.
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What kind of guided tours are included in the Maritimes Adventure?
The tour includes guided tours and visits to major attractions like Acadia National Park, Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, and more. Expert Tour Directors, Drivers, and Local Guides will provide insights and knowledge throughout the journey.
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Are there any special considerations for guests with mobility concerns?
Yes, guests with mobility concerns may experience uneven surfaces specifically for ferry loading and unloading, and limited access to passenger amenities on board certain vessels. The tour involves easy but sustained walking throughout.
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What is the group size for the Maritimes Adventure tour?
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates, limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. This ensures extra space between travelers while still providing up-close and personal experiences.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included in the tour package but is highly recommended to cover any unforeseen events.
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What are some of the highlights of the Maritimes Adventure tour?
Highlights of the tour include strolling down the cobblestone streets of Portland’s famous Old Port Exchange, exploring Acadia National Park, visiting the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic in Lunenburg, and discovering the charming fishing village of Peggy’s Cove.
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Are gratuities included in the tour package?
No, gratuities for Tour Directors, Drivers, and Local Guides are not included and are at the discretion of the traveler.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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