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Nova Scotia & Newfoundland
Discover the vibrant cultures of Newfoundland and Nova Scotia, set amidst Atlantic coast's unspoiled scenery. Travel the famed Cabot Trail as it hugs the breathtaking Cape Breton shore. Explore the dramatic fjords and dense spruce forests of Gros Morne National Park. Learn about this area's rich heritage during a fantastic musical performance by the "Sharecroppers." Get "Screeched-In" and enjoy a traditional Jiggs Dinner. Visit Twillingate, where colorful homes nestle in the headlands overlook "Iceberg Alley" and waters frequented by whales and seals. Enjoy a winery tour and taste wine crafted from local berries.
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Tour OperatorCollette Vacations
Duration
11 Days
Itinerary
DayDestinationDescription
Day 1HalifaxHalifax, Nova Scotia - Tour Begins: To tour Atlantic Canada is to explore a region replete with scenic beauty and an enchanting history. Discover the treasures of Nova Scotia & Newfoundland when your tour begins in Nova Scotia's capital city, Halifax.
Day 2HalifaxHalifax - Peggy's Cove - Halifax: Visit one of the most picturesque spots in all of Nova Scotia...beautiful Peggy's Cove. Later this morning, enjoy a scenic tour of Halifax highlighting the Public Gardens, the Halifax waterfront, and Spring Garden Road. Enjoy a visit to the Titanic gravesite, and learn of Halifax's important role in rescuing the survivors of this tragedy. Be sure to grab your camera for a photo at the famous Citadel.Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 3SydneyHalifax - Sydney: This morning you cross the Canso Causeway onto lovely Cape Breton Island. Here you will drive along the pristine shores of Bras d'Or Lakes before discovering the many amazing inventions at the Alexander Graham Bell Museum in Baddeck. Your day ends in the harbor town of Sydney.Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 4SydneySydney - Cabot Trail - Sydney: Travel along the famous Cabot Trail, one of the most scenic drives on the Atlantic coast. It is sure to be a memorable highlight of your journey. A stop is made in Cheticamp to see the famed St. Peter's Church. Later, visit charming fishing villages and communities including Neil's Harbour and Ingonish.Today breakfast is included.
Day 5Corner BrookSydney - Corner Brook, Newfoundland: A ferry ride brings you to Newfoundland, one of Canada's best kept secrets. Embark on a scenic drive to the northern part of this spectacular province. Your day ends in the city of Corner Brook, located on the Humber River.Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 6Corner BrookCorner Brook - Gros Morne - Corner Brook: Explore the deep fiords, stark mountains and dense spruce forest of Gros Morne National Park. Next, view the geological rarity of the famous Tablelands before visiting the village of Woody Point. Enjoy a short boat trip across the spectacular fiord before visiting Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse. Later this evening, the "Sharecroppers", a well-known trio from the Corner Brook area, will delight you with songs about their Newfoundland & Labrador heritage.Today breakfast is included.
Day 7GanderCorner Brook - Exploits Valley - Gander: This morning meet a local mineral specialist to learn about the labradorite stone...from mining to the finished product. Later, travel through central Newfoundland to the Exploits Valley. Learn about the tragic story of the Beothuck Indians who inhabited this area until their extinction in 1920 during a visit to the Mary March Museum where you also trace the history of other early settlers. Explore a logger's village to learn about the rich traditions and history of this industry. Stroll through the camp and learn the purpose of each log building and the pride of each of the camp members. This afternoon, visit the Salmonid Interpretive Centre to learn about the life cycle of the Atlantic Salmon. Before leaving the area, you have an opportunity to witness and photograph Grand Falls. Upon arrival in Gander, visit the poignant Silent Witness memorial. Tonight, enjoy dinner with a few locals from the town of Gander. They will share their stories of living on "The Rock" as well as a major event that made international families and themselves very close friends.Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 8GanderGander - Twillingate - Gander: Today you travel to the beautiful outport community of Twillingate, home to a colorful array of fishing wharfs and pastel houses perched on the cliffs. Visit Longpoint Lighthouse and be on the lookout for icebergs and whales as they make their way down Iceberg Alley. Enjoy a tour of a local winery where you will learn how to make wine from local berries and sample a tasting. Tonight, become a true Newfoundlander at a screech-in where you sample a local screech and kiss the cod. Enjoy a Jiggs dinner, a local favorite.Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 9St. John'sGander - Terra Nova National Park - St. John's: You will travel through beautiful Terra Nova National Park, part of the ancient Appalachian Mountains. Visit the Marine Atlantic Centre where you will learn first hand about some of the marine life within Terra Nova National Park. Continue south to rugged Cape Spear, home to a lighthouse on "the most easterly point in North America." Watch for whales in the distance and see the many local birds that are commonly found there. Arrive in St. John's and enjoy some leisure time to relax or independently explore the local area.Today breakfast is included.
Day 10St. John'sSt. John's: This morning, enjoy a locally guided tour of historic St. John's, one of the oldest cities in North America. Enjoy Signal Hill, Cabot Tower and the city's harbor. This afternoon enjoy some time at leisure to relax, shop or independently explore. You may choose to take an optional journey to Bay Bulls for an unforgettable nature cruise off the coast of St. John's. Tonight, join us for a farewell dinner and a toast to a wonderful vacation.Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 11St. John'sSt. John's - Tour Ends: Your tour ends in St. John's, leaving you many remarkable memories of your trip to Nova Scotia and Newfoundland.
Dates/Pricing
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DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
August 04, 2008Quote
August 25, 2008Quote
September 22, 2008Quote
Lodging
Westin Nova Scotia, Halifax, Nova ScotiaDelta Hotel, Sydney, Nova Scotia
Glynmill Inn, Corner Brook, NFSinbad's, Gander
Delta Hotel, St. John's, NF 
Dining
Total meals - 15Breakfasts - 9
Lunches - 0Dinners - 6
Disclaimer
Base Rates Per Person
Air rates are based from the following airport: Logan Intl Airport-Boston

Tour and air prices are lead-in rates from a specific gateway based on double occupancy and include fuel surcharges and internal flights, these rates are subject to change. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking. Taxes and fees are additional, for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices above.

*All special offers are valid on non-group and new bookings only. Special offers can not be combined with any other offer, except AARP discounts.

  
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