60 days in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island & New Brunswick Itinerary

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Fly to Halifax / Stanfield International Airport, Drive to Wolfville
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Wolfville
— 4 nights
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Lunenburg
— 5 nights
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Souris
— 4 nights
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Charlottetown
— 7 nights
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Alma
— 3 nights
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Fredericton
— 5 nights
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Saint Andrews
— 4 nights
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Saint John
— 5 nights
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Yarmouth
— 4 nights
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Annapolis Royal
— 4 nights
Fly to Sydney, Ferry to Ingonish
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Ingonish, Cape Breton Island
— 4 nights
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Baddeck, Cape Breton Island
— 4 nights
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Halifax
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Wolfville — 4 nights

Wolfville is a Canadian town in the Annapolis Valley, Kings County, Nova Scotia, located about 100km northwest of the provincial capital, Halifax. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Wolfville: River Rafting & Tubing (in Maitland) and Burntcoat Head Park (in Noel). The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at Grand Pre National Historic Site, admire the sheer force of Baxter Harbour Falls, take in panoramic vistas at Look-off Family Campground & Takeout, and learn about winemaking at Luckett Vineyards.

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Manchester, UK to Wolfville is an approximately 13-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Atlantic Standard Time (AST), which is usually a -4 hour difference. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Manchester in August: high temperatures in Wolfville hover around 28°C and lows are around 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Lunenburg.
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Lunenburg — 5 nights

An hour's drive from Halifax's international airport, Luneburg boasts both colorful buildings and a colorful history, as well as status as a World Heritage Site.
You'll find plenty of places to visit near Lunenburg: Hooked Rug Museum of North America (in Hubbards), Liverpool (Market on the Mersey, Old Burial Ground, &more) and Chester (Chester Golf Club, Sensea Nordic Spa, &more). And it doesn't end there: pause for some serene contemplation at St. John's Anglican Church, do a tasting at Wine Kings, look for all kinds of wild species at The Ovens Park, and enjoy the sand and surf at Beach Meadows Beach Park.

For other places to visit, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Lunenburg travel planner.

Traveling by car from Wolfville to Lunenburg takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. When traveling from Wolfville in August, plan for slightly colder days in Lunenburg, with highs around 25°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) early enough to fly to Souris.
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Souris — 4 nights

Souris is a Canadian port town in southeastern Kings County, Prince Edward Island. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Souris: Montague (Garden of the Gulf Museum, Artisans on Main, &more), Georgetown (Shoreline Design, Tranquility Cove Adventures, &more) and Prince Edward Island National Park (in Saint Peters Bay). There's lots more to do: admire the majestic nature at Basin Head Provincial Park, visit a coastal fixture at East Point Lighthouse, identify plant and animal life at Basin Head - Beyond the Beach, and kick back and relax at Sally's Beach Provincial Park.

To find maps and tourist information, read our Souris online trip itinerary builder.

Fly from Lunenburg to Souris in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and ferry. In August, daily temperatures in Souris can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Mon) so you can go by car to Charlottetown.
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Charlottetown — 7 nights

Birthplace of Confederation

The largest city on Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown remains small enough for easy exploration on foot.
Change things up with these side-trips from Charlottetown: North Rustico Sea Walk Park (in North Rustico), Cavendish (Green Gables, Cavendish Cemetery, &more) and The Links at Crowbush Cove (in Lakeside). Spend the 16th (Wed) exploring nature at Prince Edward Island National Park. The adventure continues: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, enjoy the sand and surf at Brackley Beach, examine the collection at Farmers' Bank of Rustico Museum & Doucet House, and walk around Confederation Landing Park.

For traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Charlottetown day trip site.

You can drive from Souris to Charlottetown in 1.5 hours. In August, daytime highs in Charlottetown are 27°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) to allow time to drive to Alma.
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Alma — 3 nights

Alma is a village in the parish of Alma, Albert County, New Brunswick, Canada. Get out of town with these interesting Alma side-trips: The Fundy Footpath (in Salmon Beach), 8th Hussars Regimental Museum (in Sussex) and Hopewell Rocks (in Hopewell Cape). Spend the 23rd (Wed) exploring nature at Fundy National Park. Next up on the itinerary: hike along Fundy Trail Parkway, look for all kinds of wild species at Mary's Point Bird Sanctuary/Shepody National Wildlife area, and admire the sheer force of Laverty Falls.

To find reviews, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, read Alma online driving holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Charlottetown to Alma takes 3 hours. In August, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Thu) early enough to drive to Fredericton.
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Fredericton — 5 nights

Fredericton is the capital of the Canadian province of New Brunswick. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Fredericton: Hartland Covered Bridge (in Hartland), Woodstock (Creek Village Gallery & Cafe & Old Carleton County Court House) and O'Toole Gallery & Celtic Fox Studio (in Grafton). The adventure continues: engage your brain at Science East, pause for some serene contemplation at Brunswick St. Baptist Church, don't miss a visit to St. Anne's Chapel of Ease, and ponder the world of politics at Old Government House.

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Traveling by car from Alma to Fredericton takes 2.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in August, and nighttime lows around 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Tue) so you can go by car to Saint Andrews.
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Saint Andrews — 4 nights

Offering everything from fine dining and seaside camping, to whale watching and golfing, Saint Andrews remains a premier vacation destination in New Brunswick's far southwest corner.
Change things up with these side-trips from Saint Andrews: Canal Beach (in Canal), Charlotte County Museum (in St. Stephen) and Campobello Island (Head Harbour Lighthouse & Roosevelt Campobello International Park). There's still lots to do: get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, enjoy the sea views from Pea Point Island Lighthouse, contemplate the long history of St. Andrews Blockhouse, and take in nature's colorful creations at Kingsbrae Garden.

For ratings, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Saint Andrews trip builder.

Traveling by car from Fredericton to Saint Andrews takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. In August, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Saint John.
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Saint John — 5 nights

Canada's Irish City

An important port city on New Brunswick's southeastern coast, Saint John has a long tradition of migration, especially from Ireland.
Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Saint John: Swallowtail Lighthouse (in Grand Manan) and Roads to Sea Guided Tours (in Moncton). There's much more to do: stroll around Irving Nature Park, steep yourself in history at Carleton Martello Tower, browse the eclectic array of goods at Saint John City Market, and explore the activities along Reversing Falls Rapids.

For traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Saint John planner.

Drive from Saint Andrews to Saint John in 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in September, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Thu) early enough to drive to Yarmouth.
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Yarmouth — 4 nights

Yarmouth is a port town located on the Bay of Fundy in southwestern Nova Scotia, Canada. Get out of town with these interesting Yarmouth side-trips: Shelburne (Dory Shop Museum, Shelburne's Museums By The Sea, &more), Le Village Historique Acadien de la Nouvelle-Ecosse (in Lower West Pubnico) and Old Meeting House Museum (in Barrington). There's still lots to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Mavillette Beach Provincial Park, stroll around Port Maitland Beach Provincial Park, learn the secrets of beer at Wine & Beer Tours of Nova Scotia, and contemplate the long history of Argyle Township Court House & Gaol.

To find ratings, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Yarmouth road trip planner.

You can drive from Saint John to Yarmouth in 4 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Mon) so you can drive to Annapolis Royal.
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Annapolis Royal — 4 nights

Annapolis Royal, formerly known as Annapolis, is a town located in the western part of Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, Canada.Today's Annapolis Royal evolved from the 1605 French settlement of Port Royal (briefly Charlesfort), renamed in honour of Queen Anne following the Siege of Port Royal in 1710 by Britain. Change things up with these side-trips from Annapolis Royal: The Lords Ranch Ministry (in Kingston), Brier Island (Seal Cove & Mariner Cruises Whale and Seabird Tours) and Peter Island Lighthouse (in Westport). Pack the 15th (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Upper Clements Parks. There's lots more to do: admire the natural beauty at Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens, contemplate the long history of Port-Royal National Historic Site, examine the collection at North Hills Museum, and visit a coastal fixture at Margaretsville Lighthouse.

For more things to do, photos, and tourist information, read our Annapolis Royal trip builder tool.

Traveling by car from Yarmouth to Annapolis Royal takes 1.5 hours. In September in Annapolis Royal, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Fri) early enough to travel to Ingonish.
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Ingonish, Cape Breton Island — 4 nights

Nestled on a cozy harbor surrounded by green forests, the coastal town of Ingonish serves as the perfect coastal retreat for those after a quiet getaway.
Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Ingonish: St. Paul Island Museum & Lighthouse (in Dingwall), Coastal Trail (in Neils Harbour) and Pleasant Bay (Whale Interpretive Centre & MacIntosh Brook Trail). Spend the 17th (Sun) exploring nature at Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Next up on the itinerary: stroll through Middle Head Trail, play a few rounds at Highlands Links Golf Course, hike along Green Cove Trail, and kick back and relax at Ingonish Beach.

To see where to stay, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Ingonish trip builder site.

You can do a combination of flight and ferry from Annapolis Royal to Ingonish in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of car, bus, and ferry. September in Ingonish sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Tue) early enough to drive to Baddeck.
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Baddeck, Cape Breton Island — 4 nights

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: Louisbourg (Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site & Louisbourg Boardwalk Park and Boat Launch), Bird Island Boat Tours (in Big Bras d'Or) and Cape Breton Miners' Museum (in Glace Bay). There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, take a leisurely stroll along Inverness Beach Boardwalk, examine the collection at Hall of the Clans, and stroll around Petersfield Provincial Park.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Baddeck online road trip planner.

Getting from Ingonish to Baddeck by car takes about 1.5 hours. In September in Baddeck, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 12°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Halifax.
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Halifax — 6 nights

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.
Change things up with these side-trips from Halifax: Swissair Flight 111 Memorial (in Indian Harbour), SS Atlantic Heritage Park (in Terence Bay) and Peggy's Cove (William deGarthe Art Gallery & Peggy's Cove Lighthouse). There's still lots to do: admire the natural beauty at Halifax Public Gardens, ponder the world of politics at Province House, walk around Point Pleasant Park, and browse the exhibits of Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21.

For ratings, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read Halifax online travel route planner.

You can fly from Baddeck to Halifax in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In September, daytime highs in Halifax are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) early enough to fly back home.
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Nova Scotia travel guide

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Historic Sites · Military Museums · Gardens
Small in terms of land area, Nova Scotia nevertheless encompasses nearly 3,800 islands floating in the Atlantic just off Canada's mainland. A vacation in Nova Scotia is understandably an ocean-based experienced, allowing you to stay within 60 km (40 mi) of the water no matter where you choose to base your adventure. Stay near the ocean, and you'll find mostly lighthouses and small settlements living off lobster fishing. Drive or cycle inland, and the landscape changes dramatically, with pretty orchards and photogenic highlands dominating the geography everywhere you look. For urban amenities during your Nova Scotia holiday, look no farther than provincial capital Halifax, offering the region's biggest range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
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Prince Edward Island travel guide

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Historic Sites · Beaches · Specialty Museums
Garden of the Gulf
Canada's only island province, Prince Edward Island earned the nickname the "Garden of the Gulf" thanks to its pastoral landscape of rolling green hills and a patchwork of cultivated fields. The country's smallest province in terms of land and population, the island boasts a long coastline marked by sandy beaches, making up in visual appeal what they lack in modern infrastructure. It's easy to get away from everyone during a vacation in Prince Edward Island, as this photogenic landmass features just a scattering of small towns housing warmhearted locals stubbornly clinging to their easygoing lifestyle. Begin your Prince Edward Island tour in Charlottetown, the quaint provincial capital with a good selection of bars and restaurants.
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New Brunswick travel guide

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Geologic Formations · Bodies of Water · Parks
Pristine natural scenery, photogenic little towns, charming beaches, and sprawling parks remain top reasons to take a trip to New Brunswick. This relatively small Canadian province with a long Atlantic coastline remains sparsely populated, the majority of its area covered with dense forests. Five scenic drives intersect the region, allowing visitors to spend their New Brunswick holiday sightseeing from the comfort of a rented car or bicycle. If you prefer to stay near the water, don't miss the world-famous Bay of Fundy, home to the world's highest tides, several species of whales, and quaint seaside settlements maintaining their own slow pace of life.
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