4 Nights/5 Days – Cape Breton Island Tour

Included

• 4 nights accommodation
• 6 Meals: (3 BF, 1 L, 2 D)
• All transportation as stated
• All sightseeing as stated
• Experienced guide
• Baggage handling (1 suitcase per person)

Cape Breton Island’s most famous resident, Alexander Graham Bell, once said, “I have travelled around the globe. I have seen the Canadian and American Rockies, the Andes, the Alps and the Highlands of Scotland, but for simple beauty, Cape Breton outrivals them all.” Scottish traditions and Gaelic folklore come alive on this charming  five-day tour.

Day 1

Arrive in Halifax and check in at your accommodations for the night. Your vacation begins at a hotel that is ideally located in the downtown core.*Depending on your time of arrival, you may wish to book a Gray Line Tour of Halifax, Peggy’s Cove or Lunenburg.

Day 2

Depart from Halifax on scheduled transportation to New Glasgow where you will meet your Tour Director and board your touring coach. Then proceed to Cape Breton Island – ‘the Scotland of North America.’ Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck to marvel at the many accomplishments of this genius. Spend two nights at a charming lakeside resort in the heart of Baddeck. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 3

You’re off to experience one of the prettiest drives in North America, the Cabot Trail. Cape Breton Highlands National Park is next, as you wind along this ribbon of highway where the mountains meet the sea. The vistas abound as you travel over the flat-topped mountains. During your journey, enjoy a whale watching* boat tour (weather permitting). Tonight there is a ‘Farewell’ dinner. (Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner). * July Aug & Sept months only).

Day 4

The Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site awaits you. This reconstruction recreates one-fifth of the town of 1744 – words will not do justice to the scope of this tribute to New France. Roam the streets talking with some of the costumed guides who remain in character, or sample the sustenance of the era. Your tour continues along the shores of Bras d’Or to the mainland. The last night is at a downtown Halifax hotel. (Breakfast)

Day 5

Depart Halifax, Arrangements end on check – out from the hotel.

2011 Dates:

June 1st, 15th, 22nd, 29th

July 13th, 20th and 27th

August 10th, 17th and 24th

September 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th

October 5th

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