The Maritime Provinces - Audley Travel

The Maritime Provinces
The Maritime Provinces are where
Canada first met the wider world.
The Vikings are known to have visited in
the 8th century; British contact began in the
late 15th century with the red-faced Beothuk
tribes, while French Acadian settlers
arrived in 1604. Later, the 1867 Act of
Confederation, uniting several provinces as
the Dominion of Canada, was signed in
Prince Edward Island. The region is awash
with fascinating sites of historical significance.
It is also magnificently diverse in its scenery,
flora and fauna. In the fjords of Gros Morne
National Park, Newfoundland has perhaps
some of the most dramatic scenery east of the
Rockies, made even more striking by the
huge icebergs that drift down the east coast
on the Labrador Current. New Brunswick is
home to the idyllic pastoral lands of Acadia,
world-beating salmon fishing on the
Mirimichi River and the ruggedly beautiful
Bay of Fundy. Sleepy Prince Edward Island
inspired ‘Anne of Green Gables’ and even
now is a land of green fields, white beaches
and rich red soils. Nova Scotia, with its
brightly coloured fishing villages, stacked
lobster pots and strong maritime history still
embodies the romance of the sea more than
any other province.
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Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia is a land of lobsters and
lighthouses: maritime influences dominate this
pretty, historic peninsula. On the northern tip
of the province is Cape Breton Island and the
Cabot Trail, one of North America’s most
dramatically beautiful coastal roads, that
passes through Acadian settlements where
Celtic folk music still forms a living link with
the Europe of old. Cape Breton has been called
the most scenic island in the world and was
also famously chosen by Marconi for his first
trans-Atlantic broadcast. Highlights include
the 18th century French fortress at
Louisbourg, Kejimkujik National Park, the
UNESCO World Heritage Site at Lunenburg
and the much-photographed Peggy’s Cove.
Digby
Bay of Fundy
Kejimkujik
National Park
Annapolis
Royal
Tatamagouche
Amherst
Minas
Basin
Wolfville
Lunenburg
Truro
NOVA SCOTIA
HALIFAX
Pictou
Atlantic Ocean
Port
Hawkesbury
Baddeck
Liscomb Mills
Cape
Breton
Island
Bras
d’Or
Lake
Charlos Cove
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0 60 kilometres
Cape Breton Highlands
National Park
Ingonish
Sydney Mines
Louisbourg
Halifax
The capital of Nova Scotia, Halifax is the largest
city in the Atlantic provinces and set on the
world’s second-largest natural harbour: even
now it is steeped in sea-faring history and naval
tradition. The compact city centre, dominated by
the Citadel and its adjacent clock tower, is easy
to navigate on foot. Along the waterfront you’ll
find plenty of excellent seafood restaurants and
several micro-breweries as well as the Historic
Properties, a collection of boutique shops in
restored maritime warehouses. The harbour is
always busy with ferries that ply across to
Dartmouth on the other side, and during the
summer season the schooner Bluenose II, a
symbol of the province, is often moored here.
In 1912 the Titanic sank to the east of here and
memorabilia from the wreck is on display at the
city’s superb Maritime Museum of the Atlantic,
along with a collection of brightly-coloured ships’
figureheads. Many local cemeteries bear testimony
to the disaster but these days Halifax is very
much a living society, with plenty of live music
bars and a thriving theatre scene.
Halifax Historic Properties
Yarmouth
Argyle Street, Halifax
HALLIBURTON HOUSE,
HALIFAX
The Halliburton, located in downtown Halifax,
consists of a trio of heritage town houses that
have been joined to provide 29 individually
appointed guest rooms. Each room is unique
in size, layout and décor - some have wood
burning fireplaces whilst others have a private
balcony overlooking the garden courtyard. A
complimentary buffet breakfast is included. The
shops, restaurants and sights of Halifax are just
a short walk away.
TALL SHIP SILVA
A traditional sailing ship built in 1939, Tall Ship
Silva provides a chance to experience this
maritime city from the sea. From the deck you
can take in the glorious views of the seafront,
with miles of shoreline guarded by Georges Island
and its graceful lighthouse, while watching out for
whales, harbour seals and seabirds. You can also
take the opportunity to become part of the crew:
taking the helm, learning navigation and helping
raise and furl the sails. Carrying up to 150
passengers, the ship has been completely
re-furbished to offer a licensed bar and plenty
of indoor and outdoor seating.
Halifax harbour sailing
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Telephone: 01993 838 700
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Lunenburg waterfront
Lunenburg
Lunenburg is one of Nova Scotia’s most historic
towns, captivating visitors with its colourful
waterfront, narrow streets and old wooden
buildings. This pretty town, lying on a narrow
peninsula, was established by the British in 1753
as their first and only colonial settlement in Nova
Scotia outside Halifax. The early settlers, from
various parts of Europe, created a vibrant and
stable economy built on farming, fishing, ship
building and ocean-based commerce. Even now
Lunenburg combines a healthy economy with a
rich historical legacy, manifesting itself in brightlypainted
wooden buildings that clamber up from
the main harbour, ringed by an eclectic mix of
old wooden churches and mansions. Today the
town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its
principal attraction is the Fisheries Museum of
the Atlantic which houses a great aquarium, the
record-breaking schooner Bluenose, and Theresa
E. Connor, the last salt-bank schooner to fish
from Lunenburg. Visitors can relive past glories
by sailing on Bluenose II, a replica of the original
vessel. There are some excellent craft shops,
art galleries and restaurants here: be sure to try
the two local specialities, Solomon Grundy –
marinated herrings with sour cream – and
Lunenburg Sausage.
LUNENBURG ARMS HOTEL AND SPA
The Lunenburg Arms Hotel and Spa is a boutique
hotel with just 24 guest rooms located in the
historic heart of the old town of Lunenburg.
The property is surrounded by art shops and
restaurants and is just a stone’s throw from the
superb Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic. Guest
rooms are spacious, with wide wooden
floorboards, king or queen beds, a sofa, armchairs
and many have harbour views. There is a high
quality spa, a fine dining restaurant and a popular
bar with outside seating.
Lunenburg Arms Hotel
Buoys hanging from a lobster pot
Kejimkujik National Park
A visit to this magnificent tract of rolling
wilderness is a superb way to experience the
peace and natural beauty of southern Nova
Scotia. Lush forests shade rivers and lakes,
forming a diverse habitat for porcupines,
white-tailed deer, turtles and beavers. The park
has lovely walking trails and canoe routes and in
the southeast coastal part you can find the rare
piping plover amongst tidal flats, lagoons and
wild headlands.
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Lighthouses and
Lobsters Trail
The close proximity of the Maritime Provinces
allows visitors to dip into the diversity that makes
each region so unique. This lovely itinerary
enables you to visit the highlights of Canada’s
spell-binding Atlantic sea-board.
Kejimkujik National Park
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
Day 10
Arrive in Halifax for a two night stay.
The day is yours to explore this
delightful city for yourself.
Drive south along the rugged
Atlantic coast to Lunenburg.
Spend a full day exploring this
charming old fishing port.
Head inland to Kejimkujik National
Park before continuing to Annapolis
Royal for a two night stay.
Enjoy a full day exploring the
Annapolis Valley.
Take the ferry from Digby across the
Bay of Fundy to Saint John.
A day free to explore Saint John.
Drive today through Fundy National
Park to the Hopewell Rocks.
Spend a full day in Fundy National
Park marvelling at the tides that
sweep the bay.
Queen Anne Inn
Annapolis Royal
Annapolis Royal, named after Queen Anne, is an
historic town of splendid Victorian mansions nestled
between the Annapolis and Allain rivers. Originally
inhabited by a strong Mi’kmaq community, in 1605
the area was settled by some of the first Europeans:
it was controlled by France until peninsula Nova
Scotia was handed over to the British by the treaty
of Utrecht in 1713. Today there are substantial
remains of 18th century Fort Anne with lovely river
views. Other sights include the Bay of Fundy, just
ten kilometres away, the Historic Gardens, Port
Royal National Historic Site and the apple orchards
of the fertile Annapolis Valley.
QUEEN ANNE INN,
ANNAPOLIS ROYAL
The Queen Anne Inn is one of our favourite bed
and breakfast properties, located on the Evangeline
Trail in Annapolis Royal. The house was fully
restored in 1989 with beautifully crafted ash, oak,
and mahogany. The grand staircase takes you to
the well-appointed guest rooms, furnished with
period antiques. There are ten rooms in the main
inn and four rooms in the Carriage House located
directly behind. All rooms have air conditioning,
satellite television, custom-made feather beds and
some also have Jacuzzi baths. The Queen Anne is
famous for its three-course breakfasts and also
offers excellent fine dining in the evenings.
Blomidon Inn
Wolfville
Wolfville lies on the edge of the Bay of Fundy
amidst distinctive tidal mud flats which are home
to hundreds of herons and waders. This affluent
little town has many lovely old Victorian buildings
and is home to Acadia University. Visitors should
not miss Robie Tufts Nature Centre where, on
summer evenings, enormous flocks of chimney
swifts give amazing aerobatic performances before
swooping en masse to roost for the night. The
rugged nearby peninsulas of Capes Blomidon and
Split provide spectacular views and wonderful
coastal walking trails.
BLOMIDON INN,
WOLFVILLE
Set on Main Street in the heart of Wolfville,
the Blomidon Inn is a 19th century sea captain’s
mansion which has been tastefully restored to
offer 29 guest rooms. Each is individually
decorated and furnished with period antiques.
Continental breakfast and afternoon tea is
complimentary, while in the evenings the Laceby
family is proud to offer gourmet dining and an
award-winning wine list. Outside, the Victorianinspired
gardens are filled with rhododendrons,
azaleas, roses and lupins.
Day 11
Day 12
Day 13
Day 14
Day 15
Day 16
Day 17
Day 18
Day 19
Day 20
Day 21
Cross the Confederation Bridge to
Prince Edward Island for a two night
stay in Charlottetown.
PEI’s delightful little capital is yours
to explore.
Head to Spry Point for a two
night stay.
Enjoy a day at leisure at Spry Point.
Take the ferry to Nova Scotia;
continue your drive to Port
Hawkesbury for an overnight stay.
Enjoy a wonderfully scenic drive
along the Cabot Trail.
Explore the magnificent scenery
of Cape Breton Highlands
National Park.
Today drive southeast to Louisbourg.
Immerse yourself in the history of
18th century France at the fortress
of Louisbourg.
Head to Charlos Cove on Nova
Scotia’s Atlantic Coast.
Drive along the rugged Atlantic
coast to end your tour in Halifax.
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Telephone: 01993 838 700
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The Cabot Trail
Liscomb Mills
The Liscomb region of Nova Scotia’s Atlantic
coast is one of the wildest and most rugged
parts of the province. The Ice Age left a diverse
landscape of drumlin fields, erratic boulders and
the land of wild rivers and lakes that is seen
today. Spruce forests emerge from channel fens
and lakeshore swamps, whilst rich hardwoods
and mixed forest are wedged between rolling
hills and glacial deposits. This is superb hiking and
wildlife country where the salty tang of the sea
is never far away.
Liscombe Lodge
LISCOMBE LODGE
Nestled amongst the evergreens on Marina Drive,
Liscombe Lodge enjoys a beautiful river-side setting.
Wake to the sounds of early morning birdsong and
be lulled to sleep by the mystical call of the loon -
this is life at Liscombe Lodge. Each of the 30 guest
bedrooms in the main lodge has a river view and
a private balcony, while further accommodation is
provided by a selection of cottages and chalets in
the grounds. Days can be spent canoeing or taking
boat trips on the Liscomb River while nature trails
lead to local beauty spots and nearby Sherbrooke
Village which is a living museum of life in the 1800s.
After activities, unwind on the veranda with views
of kingfishers, ospreys and eagles while the house
speciality, planked salmon, is prepared.
SEAWIND LANDING,
CHARLOS COVE
This romantic seaside inn has a true flavour of
ocean living at its finest. The living room, library,
and music room are tastefully furnished with
antiques and fine art whilst the dining room offers
gourmet meals and an extensive wine cellar. Most
of the rooms have balconies right on the ocean,
filled with the sounds of the waves. The inn
keepers, Lorraine and Jim Colvin, invite you to
join them on their ten metre sailing sloop to
observe marine wildlife amongst the Barrier
Islands, and lunch – or even breakfast – can
be provided on board.
Acadian colours
Charlos Cove
The small village of Charlos Cove lies on the
Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia near Cape Breton
Island. Many Acadians settled here at the end of
the 18th century and several early 19th century
buildings remain. The area has many secluded
sandy beaches and extensive peaceful coastal
walking trails with stunning ocean views.
Seawind Landing

Treasures of Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia captures the essence of coastal
Canada and this comprehensive tour takes you
from the wild and sea-battered Atlantic coast to
the sheltered waters of the Northumberland
Strait. ‘New Scotland’, is a treasure chest
of delights.
Day 1
Collect your hire car in Halifax and
head inland to the small university
town of Wolfville.
Explore this lovely small town with
its avenues of elm trees and the
old Acadian villages around the
Minas Basin.
Day 2
Highland dancers
Louisbourg Fortress
Day 3
Day 4
Travel through the fertile Annapolis
Valley to the historic town of
Annapolis Royal.
Enjoy a day exploring the town with
its grand old houses and nearby
orchards and farmers’ markets.
Day 5
Drive past Kejimkujik National Park
and onwards to Lunenburg.
Day 6
Wander at leisure around the old
fishing village of Lunenburg.
Day 7
Pass through the heart of Nova
Scotia via Halifax and Truro to the
little town of Tatamagouche.
Keltic Lodge
Louisbourg Harbour Inn
Day 8
Spend a day exploring the small
charming towns along the
Northumberland Strait.
Cape Breton Highlands
National Park and
the Cabot Trail
This park was established in 1936 when the
government set aside 950 square kilometres of
the northern tip of Cape Breton Island to protect
some of Canada’s most famous scenery, a land
of mountains, forest wilderness, windswept
coastal beauty and charming fishing villages.
The best-known feature of the park is the Cabot
Trail that draws thousands of visitors every year
and is renowned for being one of the most
spectacular coastal drives in North America.
Visitors stay on the outskirts of the park at
Ingonish, a collection of small villages around
two bays on the southeast corner.
Louisbourg
Famed for its fortress, Louisbourg offers summer
visitors a taste of life in 1744 as costumed
animators re-enact history. Recognising the
economic and military potential of the harbour
and fishery, Louis XIV secured it for France in
1713 by constructing a well-fortified, walled city.
During the 18th century Louisbourg was the third
busiest seaport on the American continent but
was successfully besieged by New England troops
in 1745 and by British troops in 1758. In the
1960s reconstruction began on the fortress ruins,
and it became the largest project of its kind in
North America. Today it is the flagship of Parks
Canada’s restored properties. The town has a
theatre and railway museum and is surrounded
by sandy beaches.
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11
Day 12
Day 13
Day 14
Day 15
Drive eastwards to Port Hawkesbury
at the southern tip of Cape Breton
Island for your overnight stay.
Travel along the beautiful Cabot
Trail to Cape Breton Highlands
National Park.
Take a full day to enjoy the National
Park, with its many hiking trails and
wonderful ocean vistas.
Head through St. Ann’s and North
Sydney to Louisbourg.
Explore the reconstructed former
French fortress of Louisbourg.
Today you cross the Canso
Causeway and head around
Chedabucto Bay to Charlos Cove.
Heading south, arrive at Liscomb
for your overnight stay.
KELTIC LODGE, INGONISH BEACH
High on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean,
Keltic Lodge commands magnificent views of
Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Cape
Smokey. Accommodation is in the main lodge,
the Inn at Keltic or one of the cottages: at each
your comfort is assured. There is a choice of
restaurants and nightly entertainment, a tennis
court and heated outdoor swimming pool. From
here you can also tour the world-famous Cabot
Trail, walk along wilderness trails through ancient
forests, play golf on the Highland Links course or
take a boat trip out to see whales.
LOUISBOURG HARBOUR INN
This century-old sea captain’s house is situated
on the harbour, just off Main Street and next
to a working fishing wharf and the Louisbourg
Playhouse. There are eight beautifully decorated
guest rooms, six of which overlook the historic
harbour. Each has a queen bed, en suite
bathroom, hardwood floors and high ceilings.
A balcony for guests overlooks the water with
excellent views of the fishing boats, wharves and
the fortress with the ocean beyond.
Day 16
Continue your drive south to Halifax
where your tour ends upon arrival.
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Telephone: 01993 838 700
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The Hopewell Rocks at low tide
New Brunswick
New Brunswick is renowned for being home
to the Bay of Fundy, washed each day by the
world’s highest tides. Along this dramatic
coastline you will also find Fundy National
Park, the Hopewell Rocks, the vibrant city of
Saint John, and charming Passamaquoddy
Bay. The nearby islands of Grand Manan and
Campobello are enchanting retreats from the
modern world. The provincial capital is
Fredericton, a city of genteel villas and art
galleries whilst the pretty nearby village of
Gagetown is famed for its old riverside houses.
To the east are the wonderful sand dunes and
lagoons of Kouchibouguac National Park and
the world-famous salmon fishing river, the
Mirimichi. The Caraquet region is home to
many Acadian settlers and is an area where
the 20th century has yet to gain a foothold.
Other attractions include the leafy resort
town of St. Andrews, Tidal Bore Park and
Magnetic Hill in Moncton, Grand Falls
Gorge and Fort Beausejour historic site.
The Bay of Fundy
Home to the highest tides in the world, the Bay
of Fundy stretches 270 kilometres between the
provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.
Each day 100 billion tonnes of seawater flows in
and out of the bay during each tide cycle – more
than the combined flow of all the world’s
freshwater rivers. Fundy National Park, bordering
the bay, has wild and rugged sea cliffs, tidal mud
flats and forested hills which are home to
exhilarating walking trails. East of here lies the
dramatic Cape Enrage whilst further on at the
Hopewell Rocks you can walk on the ocean
floor during low tide and kayak around the
rocks when the tide is in.
FLORENTINE MANOR, FUNDY
NATIONAL PARK
A warm maritime welcome awaits you at this
heritage inn, built in the 1860s by a local
shipbuilder on the pristine coast of the Bay of
Fundy. There are just nine guest bedrooms,
furnished with antiques and hand-made quilts.
Breakfast is served in the Victorian dining room
whilst the sitting room has a television and a
selection of books making it the perfect place to
meet your fellow guests. Miles of beaches, hiking
trails, bird watching, golfing and horse riding are
all within easy reach.
Saint John
Saint John (not St. John and not to be confused
with St. John’s, Newfoundland) is situated on the
south coast of New Brunswick on the edge of the
Bay of Fundy. Following a devastating fire in 1877,
much of the town was re-built and many of the
Victorian buildings have since been lovingly
restored, especially along Prince William Street.
Two principal attractions are the New Brunswick
Museum and the Reversing Falls Rapids which is a
good place to see the effects of the Fundy tides.
Fundy National Park is nearby, where visitors can
marvel at the highest tides in the world. The city
also offers some great restaurants and pubs
where seafood is a frequent highlight.
LES CHALETS DU HAVRE, NEAR
KOUCHIBOUGUAC NATIONAL PARK
Situated in Richibucto, close to Kouchibouguac
National Park, les Chalets du Havre enjoy a
magnificent coastal setting. There are 24 single and
duplex cottages, each well equipped with sitting
room, full kitchen, and patio with a gas barbeque.
There is a hot tub and heated swimming pool in
the grounds where paddle-boats, canoes, kayaks,
bicycles and tennis equipment are also available
free of charge.
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Maritime Contrasts
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0 60 kilometres
Edmundston
Grand Falls
Saint
John River
FREDERICTON
Miramichi
St Andrews
Bathurst
Miramichi
River
Doaktown
NEW
BRUNSWICK
Saint
John
QUÉBEC ´
Bay of Fundy
Richibucto
Fundy
National
Park
Chaleur Bay
Caraquet
Bouctouche
Hopewell Rocks
Provincial Park
Kouchibouguac
National
Park
Alma
NOVA
SCOTIA
Northumberland Strait
Moncton
Riverside
Albert
Gulf of St
Lawrence
PRINCE
EDWARD
ISLAND
This lovely trip gets well away from the well-worn
tourist trail. Particular delights include the salmonfilled
Miramichi River and the quaint villages along
its banks, the breathtaking Dune of Bouctouche
and Kouchibouguac National Park.
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Drive from Saint John to
Fredericton, New Brunswick’s
capital. Spend time exploring this
historic old town before continuing
to Doaktown.
Delightful Doaktown nestles in a
sylvan setting beside the Miramichi
River, famous for salmon fishing.
Drive through the town of Miramichi
to Richibucto on the
Northumberland Strait.
Spend the day exploring
Kouchibouguac National Park and
the nearby Dune of Bouctouche.
From Richibucto head south past
Moncton to the Bay of Fundy.
Learn all about the world’s highest
tides at Hopewell Rocks and Fundy
National Park.
Day 7
Drive back to Saint John to return
your hire car at the end of your trip.
Kouchibouguac National Park
and the Dune of Bouctouche
On the eastern coast of New Brunswick is the
Kouchibouguac National Park, a wonderful region of
coastal forests, bogs, salt marshes, lagoons and sandy
beaches. A fragile ecosystem has evolved over the
millennia, creating a startling diversity of rare flora and
fauna. Kellys Beach is one of the principal attractions,
boasting some of the warmest waters north of
Virginia and a variety of nearby coastal walking trails.
The Dune of Bouctouche, home to the rare piping
plover, is some 50 kilometres to the south, with a
fascinating interpretive centre and an extensive
boardwalk to protect the fragile environment.
Doaktown and
the Miramichi River
Built on a fabled history of heroic lumberjacks
and mighty log drives, this area is best known
for the legendary fly fishing on the Miramichi,
one of New Brunswick’s premier salmon rivers.
The small village of Doaktown lies on the banks
of the river in the heart of New Brunswick: it is
home to the famous fishing tackle shop of W.W.
Doak and the Atlantic Museum of the Salmon,
while the Central Woodsmen Museum is close
by. The beauty of the Miramichi River can also be
enjoyed by canoe or kayak and the nearby New
Brunswick Trail, the bed of a former railway, is
great for walking and cycling and provides
stunning views and wildlife sightings.
EXTENSIONS
Some delightful extensions to consider to this
tour are Nova Scotia, accessible by ferry across
the Bay of Fundy, or Prince Edward Island which
lies nearby just across the Confederation Bridge.
TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL
Our private tailor-made journeys offer
complete freedom of choice. The itineraries and
accommodation shown are designed to give you a
flavour of what is possible and can be tailored to suit
your preferences. Prices vary according to selected
accommodation and season, please telephone us
to discuss your individual requirements.
LEDGES INN, DOAKTOWN
Set in two hectares on the shores of the
Miramichi River in Doaktown, this beautiful inn
is tastefully decorated to reflect the surrounding
natural beauty. There are 11 guest rooms, all
with river views, a fine dining restaurant and a bar.
The inn is owned and operated by Caroline
Taylor and her husband Everett, a 6th generation
guide who has been fishing and hunting the region
all his life. Caroline’s love for cooking and people
make an ideal combination for a wonderful stay.
One for the table
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Telephone: 01993 838 700
Fishing on the Miramichi River
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West Point Lighthouse
Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island, Canada’s smallest
province, is a land of rich, rolling, red
farmland, verdant valleys, stunning seascapes
and bustling harbours. This is Canada’s
birthplace - confederation was signed here
in 1867 - and was home to Lucy Maud
Montgomery, author of ‘Anne of Green
Gables’. The island has a cornucopia of natural
treasures such as Brudenall, Linkletter and
Souris Beach Provincial Parks, the ‘singing’
sands of Basin Head and countless lighthouses
that evoke the region’s maritime heritage.
The recently-constructed Confederation Bridge
allows easy access from New Brunswick to
some of Canada’s finest beaches, best golf
courses, friendliest locals and, of course, the
delectable Prince Edward Island lobsters.
Inns on Great George
Charlottetown
The small city of Charlottetown is the capital of the
province of Prince Edward Island. This charming city
is full of leafy avenues of Victorian clapboard houses,
evoking a tangible sense of yesteryear. It was here,
in Province House in 1867, that the colonies of
British North America convened in federation to
form the nation that today is Canada. The city’s
compact size lends itself to exploration on foot;
the Confederation Centre of the Arts, St. Dunstan’s
Basilica, Victoria Park, Founders Hall Museum and
the delightful harbour front are all within easy reach.
The principal thoroughfares are Grafton and Kent
streets, housing a collection of historic buildings and
a good selection of restaurants and shops. Don’t
miss a visit to ‘Cows’, something of an island
institution, renowned for their delicious ice-cream.
INNS ON GREAT GEORGE,
CHARLOTTETOWN
The Inns on Great George are a unique cluster
of 13 award-winning heritage properties located
in the heart of Charlottetown’s historic district.
Lovingly restored, each building has a character and
story of its own. Each property has been restored
to create a small luxury hotel, whilst preserving the
historic charm, elegance and inn-keeping spirit of
the 1800s. Every one of the 54 guest rooms is
unique, being furnished with antiques and all the
comforts and amenities of contemporary living.
Green Gables
Cavendish
Cavendish and the Dune Shores lie on the
northern coast of Prince Edward Island amidst red
sandstone cliffs, sandy dunes and the crystal blue
water warmed by the Gulf Stream. Cavendish is
surrounded by small farming communities and
fishing villages, each with their own particular
character. Shop for antiques and unique locallycrafted
art or explore botanical gardens. This is
the home of ‘Anne of Green Gables’, Lucy Maud
Montgomery’s famous red-haired little girl that
captured the heart of three generations. Step
back to a simpler time as you explore the place
that inspired the book.
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Prince Edward Island
Discovery
West Point
Gulf of St Lawrence
Prince Edward Island’s charm is in its quiet
beaches, lighthouses, sand dunes and fertile
farmland. This itinerary encapsulates all of
these and introduces the very best of this
island province.
Linkletter
Provincial
Park
Confederation
Bridge
NEW
BRUNSWICK
Summerside
Cavendish
Prince Edward
CHARLOTTETOWN
Island National Park
PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND
Brudenell River
Provincial Park
Souris
Spry Point
Day 1
Day 2
Collect your hire car and head west
from Charlottetown to West Point
on the island’s west coast.
Enjoy a day at West Point, perhaps
hire a bicycle to explore the quiet
lanes along the long sandy beaches
beside the lighthouse.
0 14 miles
0 22 kilometres
Northumberland Strait
Wood Islands
Day 3
Day 4
Today your route takes you to
Brackley Beach on the north shore
of the island.
The day is yours to enjoy Prince
Edward Island National Park or
nearby Cavendish.
Day 5
Drive to Spry Point on the eastern
coast of the island, for a two
night stay.
Day 6
Spend a day at leisure to relax
and enjoy the wonderful seascape
or explore Brudenell River
Provincial Park.
Day 7
Return to Charlottetown to drop
off your hire car at the end of
your tour.
Lobsters
WEST POINT LIGHTHOUSE,
WEST POINT
West Point Lighthouse was constructed in
1875 and is the tallest and most pleasing of the
square-design lighthouses that are characteristic of
the island. Located on the western tip of Prince
Edward Island, the lighthouse towers over the fine
red sand beach, busy with locals and visitors
clamming, horse riding and fishing, while walking
and cycling trails head through the woods. The
nine cosy guest rooms are all thoughtfully furnished
to recreate the era of the light-keepers and there
is a superb licensed dining room specialising in
charbroiled steak, lobster, scallops, PEI blue mussels
and home-made lighthouse chowder.
Collecting seaweed
THE INN AT SPRY POINT
Spry Point is a feast for the eyes: a 45 hectare
peninsula of red cliffs and white sandy beaches,
all surrounded by water. Each of the 15 luxurious
rooms has either a balcony or a garden terrace -
perfect to enjoy a glass of wine and listen to the
crash of the waves – while the elegant dining
room serves the freshest ingredients from local
suppliers, with organic vegetables and herbs
being especially grown for the inn. This private
and luxurious inn is an ideal base for bird
watching and day walking on many easy trails.
EXTENSIONS
It is simple to combine Prince Edward Island
with a stay in other parts of Atlantic Canada,
or you may wish to visit the delightful Îles de
la Madeleine, accessible by ferry from Souris.
TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL
Our private tailor-made journeys offer
complete freedom of choice. The itineraries and
accommodation shown are designed to give you a
flavour of what is possible and can be tailored to suit
your preferences. Prices vary according to selected
accommodation and season, please telephone us
to discuss your individual requirements.
Confederation Bridge
Prince Edward Island: Canada
Telephone: 01993 838 700
The Inn at Spry Point
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The Northern Peninsula
Newfoundland
and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador evoke images
of majestic mountains and rugged ocean shores.
In early summer icebergs, shorn from 10,000
year old glaciers, glide along Iceberg Alley
through seas rich with whales and sealions.
The seabird colonies here are the largest in the
northern hemisphere, attracting over 35 million
seabirds annually. In the interior, moose and
herds of caribou trek through primeval forests
whilst the very northern tip of the island is
home to L’Anse aux Meadows, the only
authenticated Viking site in North America.
St. John’s is the pretty historic capital with more
pubs per square kilometre than any other city on
the continent: island hospitality is renowned
and will surely be a lasting memory of your stay.
The cuisine here is as diverse as the province’s
heritage. From jiggs dinner to toutons and
molasses to the mug-up, Newfoundland dishes
have been handed down for generations and are
a feature of this province’s distinctive appeal.
St. John’s
The small city of St John’s is the capital of
Newfoundland and is set on this diverse
province’s east coast. The harbour area is the
heart of the city: in days gone by this was the
focus of an important maritime trade and fishing
fleet. The houses at the harbour mouth gleam
brightly with all the paints the fishermen had left
over from their boats: reds, greens, yellows,
whites and blues make them look like jelly beans
scattered around the base of Signal Hill. This lively
waterfront is now better known for its nightlife,
with countless restaurants, historic pubs and some
great folk music. The summer brings a host of
activities, from whale watching and iceberg
spotting to exploring excellent museums
highlighting more than 500 years of history.
Don’t miss a climb to the top of Signal Hill for
spectacular views over the city and nearby
coastline, and be sure to visit the most easterly
point in North America, Cape Spear, close to
the historic village of Quidi Vidi.
St. John’s harbour
LEASIDE MANOR, ST JOHN’S
Leaside Manor is a gracious and carefully restored
manor house that, in the 1920s, belonged to one
of Newfoundland’s most prominent families.
Today this bed and breakfast property retains
much of its period charm and has eleven light and
airy rooms and suites with hardwood floors and
luxury bathrooms and bed linens. A highlight of
your stay will surely be the scrumptious
breakfasts. Ideally located, St Johns’ many
attractions are just a 20 minute walk away.
Terra Nova National Park
Terra Nova National Park was established in
1957 to protect the Atlantic uplands and boreal
forest of eastern Newfoundland. Covering 400
square kilometres, the park includes spruce
forests, rolling hills, bogs, streams and glacial
features, fringed by a rugged coastline broken
with sheltered inlets. The area has supported an
impressive array of marine and terrestrial life for
thousands of years: salmon, moose, bears, lynx
and bald eagles are just some of the wildlife you
may see. For millennia the Beothuk found refuge
here and the brief incursion of European settlers
is marked by a scattering of now-abandoned
ruins along the coast.
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Newfoundland Uncovered
Torngat
Mountains
Hebron
Nain
This tour not only takes you through dramatic and
rugged landscapes to stunning national parks and
beautiful bays, but also to half-forgotten fishing
villages where the locals speak with broad and
diverse accents. This tour showcases
Newfoundland at its best.
Labrador
City
Churchill
Falls
0 100 miles
0 160 kilometres
LABRADOR
QUÉBEC ´
Hopedale
Happy Valley-
Goose Bay
Port au
Choix
Gros Morne
National Park
Corner Brook
Cabot Strait
Atlantic Ocean
Red Bay
Channel-Portaux
Basques
Cartwright
Strait of Belle Isle
Deer
Lake
Battle Harbour
L’Anse aux Meadows
St Anthony
Notre
Dame
Bay
Grand
Falls-
Windsor
Twillingate
Terra
Nova
NP
NEWFOUNDLAND
Cape St Mary’s
Ecological Reserve
Bonavista
Port Rexton
Trinity Bay
ST
JOHN’S
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Drive south from St. John’s to the
pretty village of Colinet on the
Avalon Peninsula.
Arrive in Cape St. Mary’s to see the
massive seabird colonies before
heading north to Trinity Bay.
Spend a day exploring the delightful
fishing villages around Trinity Bay.
Head through Terra Nova National
Park to Twillingate.
Enjoy a day at leisure in Twillingate,
keeping a look out for passing
icebergs in the bay.
Today’s journey takes you west to
the spectacular Gros Morne
National Park.
Cruise the awe-inspiring Western
Brook Pond Fjord.
Drive along the western coast of the
Northern Peninsula past historic Port
au Choix to L’Anse aux Meadows.
Twillingate
Twillingate is an historic fishing village situated on
the shore of Notre Dame Bay, a superb vantage
point for watching icebergs older than our
western civilisation as they float by, through the
summer months, on the Greenland Current.
These waters are also home to a vast number of
marine mammals, and whales can usually be seen
by boat or from the shore at Long Point.
Cape Bonavista lighthouse
HARBOUR LIGHTS INN,
TWILLINGATE
Located on the waterfront in the idyllic old
harbour at Twillingate, lies the recently restored
19th century Harbour Lights Inn. There are nine
en suite bedrooms, several of which have sea and
harbour views. Guests can relax in the lounge,
watching fishing boats arriving in and departing
from the harbour or explore the local area,
keeping an eye out for whales and icebergs.
Trinity Bay
Trinity Bay is a delightful region of clapboard
villages dotted around a crescent of hills that hem
in a deep and intricate bay. Whales and icebergs
are thrilling summer sights and there are several
museums to visit. Between New Bonaventure and
English Harbour on Trinity Bay the rugged
coastline is dotted with 12 picturesque fishing
ports, of which Port Rexton is perhaps the
prettiest. Trinity Bay itself is known for its pageant
and theatre festival, restaurants and boat trips,
while close to Ship Cove the former fortification
of Fox Island surveys a dramatic landscape of
icebergs and ospreys.
FISHERS’ LOFT INN, TRINITY BAY
Nestled in the hills on a quiet winding lane,
Fishers’ Loft Inn overlooks the old fishing and
boat-building harbour of Ship Cove in Port
Rexton. The inn is a collection of local Victorian
buildings scattered closely over a hillside where
forest meets meadow. Winding paths connect
the houses of the inn that provide 20 casually
elegant rooms and suites, most with sea views,
and all bright and spacious, with hand-crafted
furniture and original works of art. The licensed
dining room serves delicious seasonal food
harvested from the ocean, seaside meadows
and the inn’s kitchen garden.
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11
Leaside Manor
Today discover the fascinating
recreated Viking village at L’Anse
aux Meadows.
Take the ferry from St. Anthony
to Red Bay in Labrador, the world’s
largest whaling port in the
16th century.
Drive back along the Northern
Peninsula to Deer Lake to drop off
your hire car at the end of your tour.
TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL
Our private tailor-made journeys offer
complete freedom of choice. The itineraries and
accommodation shown are designed to give you a
flavour of what is possible and can be tailored to suit
your preferences. Prices vary according to selected
accommodation and season, please telephone us
to discuss your individual requirements.
Newfoundland & Labrador: Canada
Telephone: 01993 838 700
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Western Brook Pond Fjord, Gros Morne National Park
The Northern Peninsula
Approximately 300 kilometres long and rich in
history, the Northern Peninsula is a highlight of
any visit to Newfoundland. It is overflowing with
stunning natural features, pre-historic sites and
fishing villages dating back to the early days of
colonisation. Every year the coastal waters
welcome countless whales and from spring into
early summer the sea is transformed by the
annual parade of icebergs, fragments of millenniaold
glaciers. The land is filled with healthy
populations of moose, caribou and black bears,
while the rivers and lakes teem with salmon. In
the south, Deer Lake is a good starting point to
load up with fuel and provisions before heading
to the fjords of Gros Morne National Park, widely
acclaimed as one of the most beautiful parks in all
Canada. Heading north, Hawkes Bay is an early
20th century whaling station and Port au Choix is
a historic site dedicated to exhibitions of Maritime
Archaic Indians and the Dorset Eskimos who lived
here in 2,000BC and AD500 respectively. At the
northern tip of the peninsula lies L’Anse aux
Meadows, thought to be the original landing site
of Viking settlers over 1,000 years ago, while
nearby Ship Cove is the isolated Canadian
community where Annie Proulx wrote and set
her award-winning book, ‘The Shipping News’.
CANADIAN SAILING EXPEDITIONS
Experience the thrill of sailing the coasts of
Newfoundland and Nova Scotia on classic
windjammer tall ships, with the wind filling the sails
and the tang of salt in the air. Typically, cruises last
for about a week and visit small remote villages,
wonderful sounding hideaways such as Man o’ War
Cove and magnificent natural phenomena like Gros
Morne National Park. Re-live the great age
of sail whilst enjoying the modern-day comforts of
private cabins with en suite showers and hearty
wholesome meals in a spacious dining room. The
Caledonia, the vessel that usually sails these waters,
is a 75 metre square-rigged barquentine, a majestic
and traditional tall ship with a large salon, long
mahogany bar and library where guests can mingle
in comfort. Guests can also sign up for the daily
sailing activities, including historical lectures, sailing
theory, climbing the rigging or taking the wheel: the
choice is geared towards all ages and fitness levels.
Gros Morne National Park
This landscape of bays, beaches, sea stacks and
bare-topped mountains cut through by fjords has
an irresistible, intoxicating beauty. Nestled in the
Long Range Mountains, the Gros Morne National
Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that offers
unparalleled walking through wild uninhabited
mountains and boat tours under towering cliffs. This
is a place to see geology in action, with a thin
veneer of the living world clinging to the hard rock.
NEDDIES HARBOUR INN,
GROS MORNE NATIONAL PARK
Neddies Harbour Inn is a luxurious, waterfront inn
located in Norris Point, right in the heart of Gros
Morne National Park. This tranquil location provides
magnificent views of the bay, the Long Range
Mountains and the Tablelands. The inn has 15
spacious and tastefully furnished rooms, a restaurant
serving the freshest local ingredients, an exercise
room, sauna, and hot tub. Emphasis is placed on
environmentally-friendly energy systems and the use
of authentic local craftsmanship and products.
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The square-rigged barquentine Caledonia

Colourful fishing boats
The Torngat Mountains, Labrador
Quirpon Lighthouse Inn
QUIRPON LIGHTHOUSE INN,
QUIRPON ISLAND
This restored light-keeper’s home on the shores
of ‘Iceberg Alley’ is one of Newfoundland’s most
unusual bed and breakfasts. Located on a
deserted island at the northernmost point in
Newfoundland, overlooking the Viking site at
L’Anse aux Meadows, Quirpon has the longest
season in Newfoundland for iceberg viewing. As
you drift off to sleep in one of the ten wellappointed
rooms, let the powerful North Atlantic
surf remind you of the hardiness of the
generations of light-keepers who lived in this
isolated spot: here your nearest neighbours may
be the whales migrating past your door. The
island has a beautiful walk to an abandoned fishing
village and another follows the cliffs to the
unexcavated remains of ancient sod huts, the last
traces of an ancient culture.
TICKLE INN, CAPE ONION
The Tickle Inn at Cape Onion is one of the
most northerly homes in the province, a typical
old Newfoundland property that has been
restored by David Adams, a fourth generation
member of the original owner’s family. The ocean
is on the doorstep and the house is surrounded
by nearly four hectares of meadows and hills:
great for leisurely beachcombing and walking.
The four bedrooms are original to the house
and have been occupied by the Adams family
Tuckamore Lodge
for almost 100 years: though small and with
shared bathrooms they are attractive and are
traditionally decorated. Evening meals are
delicious and home-cooked, seasoned with lively
conversation and perhaps, if you are keen,
followed by David’s rendition of a traditional
eastern seaboard song or two.
TUCKAMORE LODGE, MAIN BROOK
Tuckamore Lodge is a place to unwind and
reconnect with nature. The heart of Tuckamore
Lodge is your host, Barb Genge and her friendly,
local staff, all of whom take great pride in sharing
their knowledge of the region’s heritage, flora and
fauna. Spend your days whale watching, canoeing,
walking, fishing or merely exploring the area.
Lobster pots
Neddies Harbour Inn
The property offers Scandinavian-style
accommodation in the midst of northern
Newfoundland’s spectacular wilderness. The two
wooden lodges are each decorated with local
artwork and have spectacular lake views. Facilities
include a sauna, hot tub, library and a living room,
while meals are served in communal dining
rooms and include such Newfoundland favourites
as Atlantic salmon and bakeapples. Wildlife
abounds - millions of seabirds return annually
and there are large populations of moose,
caribou and black bears.
Red Bay
Red Bay is one of the oldest occupied ports
along the Labrador Straits, established by Breton
fishermen and Basque whalers during the 16th
century to refine whale oil for export back to
Europe. The sheltered harbour of Red Bay was
at the heart of this hazardous and pioneering
industry and is now a UNESCO Historical Site
with important archeological finds, including
sunken Basque whaling galleons. Local legends
of Red Bay make reference to hidden treasure
buried in a body of water known as Pond
on the Hill.
Newfoundland & Labrador: Canada
Telephone: 01993 838 700
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