Begin your journey toward Shediac, a charming village renowned as the Lobster Capital of the World. Continue along New Brunswick’s scenic Northumberland Coast, a region rich in British and Acadian heritage. Pause at the Cape Jourimain Nature Centre near the base of the Confederation Bridge, where local ecotourism exhibits showcase the area’s cultural history and environmental diversity. Cross the 13-kilometre Confederation Bridge into Prince Edward Island, Canada’s smallest province, and arrive in the charming city of Charlottetown.
Overnight stay in Charlottetown.
DAY 10: CHARLOTTETOWN → BADDECK (272 KM)
Travel past Orwell Corner Historic Site before boarding the ferry across the Northumberland Strait to Nova Scotia. Drive through serene landscapes and small communities that reflect Nova Scotia’s Scottish, Mi’kmaq, and Acadian heritage. Reach the narrows of the ocean and the eastern shores of the Northumberland Strait at the gateway to Cape Breton near St. George’s Bay. Continue through gently rolling fields into the picturesque Bras d’Or Lake lowlands, arriving in Baddeck, the scenic gateway to the Cape Breton Highlands.
Overnight stay in Baddeck.
DAY 11: BADDECK
Today’s highlight is the legendary Cabot Trail, winding through the highlands of northern Cape Breton. Travel past serene lochs and glens settled by Scottish Highlanders, along breathtaking coastlines once home to Acadian communities. Explore the rugged beauty of Cape Breton Highlands National Park, where dramatic cliffs, sea-swept headlands, and secluded beaches create picture-perfect vistas at every turn. Hiking trails lead into the park’s forested interior, revealing panoramic views that captivate at every step. Return to Baddeck through the lush Margaree Valley, soaking in the region’s natural splendour.
Overnight stay in Baddeck.
DAY 12: BADDECK → HALIFAX (351 KM)
Journey south along Nova Scotia’s scenic coast, taking the “Marine Drive” route for unforgettable coastal vistas. Stop at Sherbrooke Village, a living museum where costumed interpreters bring 19th-century history vividly to life. Continue along the picturesque shoreline before arriving back in Halifax for your final overnight stay.
Overnight stay in Halifax.
DAY 13: DEPARTURE
Check out of your hotel and return your car hire at Halifax International Airport before your departure, concluding your unforgettable Maritime adventure.