12 days in Canada Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Canada trip planner
Start: Winnipeg
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Halifax
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Moncton
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Baddeck
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Halifax
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Winnipeg
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End: Winnipeg
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Halifax — 2 nights
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The largest city on Canada's eastern coastline, Halifax boast a rich maritime history and occupies a strategically important location with one of the world's greatest natural harbors.Venture out of the city with trips to Swissair Flight 111 Memorial (in Indian Harbour), Peggy Of The Cove (in Glen Margaret) and Peggy's Cove (William E. deGarthe Memorial Provincial Park & Peggy's Cove Lighthouse). There's still lots to do: brush up on your military savvy at Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, stroll around Leighton Dillman Park, get a sense of history and politics at Province House, and steep yourself in history at Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21.
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Winnipeg to Halifax is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Traveling from Winnipeg to Halifax, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. September in Halifax sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Moncton.
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Moncton — 4 nights
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Hub City
Called "Hub City" because of its history as a major transportation center, Moncton boasts two universities and a pleasant downtown filled with restaurants and shops.Explore Moncton's surroundings by going to Hopewell Rocks (in Hopewell Cape), Fundy National Park (in Alma) and Saint John (Buckland Merrifield Gallery, Reversing Falls Rapids, &more). Spend the 19th (Tue) with some fine spirits on Roads to Sea Guided Tours.
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You can fly from Halifax to Moncton in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Halifax in September since evenings lows in Moncton dip to 11°C. On the 22nd (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Baddeck.
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Baddeck — 3 nights
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For most visitors on holiday in Baddeck, the town represents the beginning and the end of the world-famous Cabot Trail, a scenic roadway looping around the northern tip of Cape Breton Island.Get out of town with these interesting Baddeck side-trips: Cape Breton Highlands National Park (in Ingonish) and Louisbourg (Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site & Louisbourg Lighthouse Coastal Trail). There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, cruise along Cabot Trail, deepen your understanding at The Gaelic College, and stop by Baadeck Yarns.
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Fly from Moncton to Baddeck in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In September, daytime highs in Baddeck are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Halifax.
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Halifax — 1 night
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On the 26th (Tue), take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Paul's Church, take in nature's colorful creations at Halifax Public Gardens, then brush up on your military savvy at Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, and finally look for gifts at Pearl & Daisy Natural Soap Company.
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Getting from Baddeck to Halifax by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Winnipeg.
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Getting from Baddeck to Halifax by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Winnipeg.
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Winnipeg — 1 night
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Gateway to the West
At the confluence of two rivers, Winnipeg started out as a small trading post in an area inhabited by indigenous tribes for thousands of years before the European arrival.On the 27th (Wed), take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilique-Cathedrale de Saint Boniface, then steep yourself in history at The Forks National Historic Site, and then examine the collection at Canadian Museum for Human Rights.
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Getting from Halifax to Winnipeg by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Halifax to Winnipeg due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in September, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.
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Canada travel guide
Most people remember their holiday in Canada by the country's great outdoors, yet this sprawling land of hulking mountains and rocky coastlines also boasts numerous modern cities, home to some of the world's finest dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Made for leisurely road trips, North America's biggest country features vast landscapes still unspoiled by mass tourism. A tour of Canada reveals a place packed with diverse cultures, living in tolerance and enjoying one of the highest standards of living in the world. If the vastness of those natural landscapes overwhelms you at any point during your Canada vacation, head to the openhearted cities of Vancouver, Toronto, or Montreal, ideal destinations for art lovers, history buffs, shopaholics, fashionistas, and impassioned foodies.
