Wonders of the Bay of Fundy (7 Days with Halifax) (7 days)
Nestled between Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, Atlantic Canada's Bay of Fundy is home to the highest tides in the world. Learn of the ecology and geology of the most dramatic and diverse tidal environment on the planet and experience Maritime history, culture and hospitality on this 7 day bus tour on Canada's East Coast.
Dates
Highlights
6 Nights accommodation including 1 two-night stay
11 Meals including a lobster dinner
Atlantic Canadian Tour Director or Driver Guide
Meet and Greet Event
Lobster Dinner Cruise on Shediac Bay
Annapolis Valley Winery Tour & Tasting
Sightseeing Boat Tour (Weather Permitting)
Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrive Halifax
Arrive in Halifax and check in to your accommodations which are ideally located in the downtown core of this vibrant and cosmopolitan urban centre on the Atlantic Ocean. Meet your Tour Director or Driver/Guide and fellow travelers this evening at a Meet & Greet.
Option: You may wish to add additional nights in Halifax to your vacation package. Bursting with culture and rich history, Nova Scotia's capital city has much to offer.
DAY 2: Halifax to Moncton, NB
Explore the Bay of Fundy and learn about the world's highest tides as you meander its colourful coastline to New Brunswick. En route, explore the Joggins Fossil Cliffs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you will see magnificently exposed layers of rock revealing the world's most complete fossil record of life in the "Coal Age" of 300 million years ago. After crossing into New Brunswick, an unforgettable culinary experience awaits as you enjoy a scrumptious lobster dinner on a lobster boat.* Continue on to Moncton and check into your downtown hotel for the night. (Continental Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
*This component is not available on the October 10, 2021 departure; the lobster dinner will be enjoyed at a restaurant in Moncton.
DAY 3: Moncton to Saint John, NB
Experience a true natural wonder this morning at the Hopewell Rocks on the coast of the Bay of Fundy. Marvel at these massive flower-pot shaped formations sculpted by the highest tides on the planet. Travel through Fundy National Park on to Canada's first incorporated city, Saint John, on the southern New Brunswick coast. Enjoy a city tour, including the Reversing Falls where twice daily the Bay of Fundy tides force the Saint John River to reverse its flow. Check into your Saint John accommodations for a two-night stay. (Breakfast, Lunch)
DAY 4: St. Andrews by-the-Sea
Enjoy a day trip to picturesque St. Andrews by-the-Sea where the quaint charm of this coastal town is sure to captivate. After a Sightseeing Boat Tour (weather permitting), the afternoon is yours to experience the friendly people, beautiful architecture, and rich marine life of this seaside gem at your own pace. (Breakfast, Lunch)
DAY 5: Saint John to Digby, NS
Ferry back to Nova Scotia this morning and arrive in Digby, the scallop capital of the world, where the fresh sea air and passionate Acadian culture combine to form an enchanting and historically rich town. Check into the Digby Pines Golf Resort & Spa overlooking the Annapolis Basin on the Bay of Fundy. (Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 6: Digby to Halifax, NS
Travel the lush Annapolis Valley where the French Acadians of Grand Pre made their first settlement in the early 1600's. Learn about this landscape's designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as fact and fiction blend to reveal the romance of the Land of Evangeline. Visit a local winery for a tour and tasting before returning to Halifax for the evening. (Breakfast)
DAY 7: Depart Halifax, NS
Atlantic Tours' arrangements end on check out from the hotel. We hope that you have enjoyed your time with us and that we'll see you again soon! (Continental Breakfast)
Option: You may wish to continue your Maritime Vacation and join us today on either our Enchanting Islands tour featuring Prince Edward Island and Cape Breton Island or our Taste of Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island Tour
Accommodations
Day 1 | Cambridge Suites Hotel | Halifax, Nova Scotia |
Day 2 | Crowne Plaza Moncton Downtown | Moncton, New Brunswick |
Day 3 & 4* | Hilton Saint John | Saint John, New Brunswick |
Day 5 | Digby Pines Golf Resort & Spa | Digby, Nova Scotia |
Day 6 | Cambridge Suites Hotel | Halifax, Nova Scotia |
*June 11 and August 20, 2024 departures may stay at Delta Saint John |
Mobility Requirements
Travelling with Atlantic Tours requires a certain level of activity and physical fitness to enjoy and take part in the tour.
While the specific requirements for each tour vary, in general, you must be able to:
- Enter and exit the motorcoach on your own.
- Enter and exit tour boats on your own
- Climb stairs with ease and at times without handrails.
- Walk up and down moderate to steep inclines.
- Walk on uneven surfaces.
- Walk distances of at least 1km at a reasonable pace.
- Walk and stand for up to 2 hours.
- Manage your own luggage if luggage handling is not available.
Rates (CAD)
2024
Regular Departure - Up to 48 Passengers:
Double/Twin | Triple | Quad | Single |
$2450 | $2289 | $2254 | $3056 |
Rates are per person in CAD
Rates are subject to 15% HST
Small Group Departure - 24-26 Passengers
Double/Twin | Triple | Quad | Single |
$2835 | $2674 | $2639 | $3511 |
Rates are per person in CAD
Rates are subject to 15% HST
2025
Regular Departure - Up to 48 Passengers:
Double/Twin | Triple | Quad | Single |
$2589 | $2433 | $2405 | $3223 |
Rates are per person in CAD
Rates are subject to 15% HST
Small Group Departure - 24-26 Passengers
Double/Twin | Triple | Quad | Single |
$3009 | $2853 | $2825 | $3748 |
Rates are per person in CAD
Rates are subject to 15% HST
Rates (USD)
2024
Regular Group Departure - Up to 48 passengers:
Double/Twin | Triple | Quad | Single |
$2042 | $1907 | $1878 | $2547 |
Rates are per person in USD.
Rates are subject to 15%HST/GST
Small Group Departure - 24-26 passengers:
Double/Twin | Triple | Quad | Single |
$2363 | $2228 | $2199 | $2926 |
Rates are per person in USD.
Rates are subject to 15%HST/GST
2025
Regular Group Departure - Up to 48 passengers:
Double/Twin | Triple | Quad | Single |
$2157 | $2027 | $2004 | $2685 |
Rates are per person in USD.
Rates are subject to 15%HST/GST
Small Group Departure - 24-26 passengers:
Double/Twin | Triple | Quad | Single |
$2507 | $2377 | $2354 | $3123 |
Rates are per person in USD.
Rates are subject to 15%HST/GST
Testimonials
Wonders of the Bay of Fundy
Loved everything! Great group of people, tour director relaxed, professional and very knowledgeable ' she loves what she does and truly cares about the clients. K. Boyd
Add to your Vacation
PRE OR POST TOUR HOTELS
Cambridge Suites Hotel Halifax
Holiday Inn Express Halifax Airport Hotel
ALT Halifax Airport Hotel
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Private Town Car - Halifax
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Medical Coverage
Cancellation Coverage
Please call or click here for quotes or information
ADMISSIONS
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
TRANSPORTATION
We can book your flights or rail transportation to and from your tour’s starting and end point. Ask us about rental car bookings for self-drive tours!
Ask an Agent
Our trained and experienced agents are here to help!