10-Day Adventures in Halifax, Prince Edward Island & New Brunswick

  1. Day 1: Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
    6 minutes (1.5km) from Halifax Stanfield International Airport

    Explore the 18th-century fortifications and enjoy panoramic views of Halifax.

  2. Day 2: Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    3 hours (231 km) from Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

    Hike scenic trails, take in the view from the Skyline Trail, and swim at Ingonish Beach.

  3. Day 3: Fundy National Park
    6 hours (466 km) from Cape Breton Highlands National Park

    Experience the world's highest tides, hike to waterfalls, and relax at the spa at this stunning national park.

  4. Day 4: Hopewell Rocks
    1 hour (39 km) from Fundy National Park

    View these iconic rock formations at low tide, and hike the trails along the Bay of Fundy.

  5. Day 5: Confederation Bridge
    4 hours (277 km) from Hopewell Rocks

    Drive across the world's longest bridge over ice-covered waters to reach Prince Edward Island.

  6. Day 6: Greenwich Dunes
    1 hour (60 km) from Confederation Bridge

    Explore this stunning natural area featuring dunes, beaches, and interpretive trails.

  7. Day 7: Basque Red Cliffs
    40 minutes (28 km) from Greenwich Dunes

    Hike along the red sandstone cliffs and enjoy panoramic views of the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

  8. Day 8: Fundy Trail Parkway
    8 hours (566 km) from Basque Red Cliffs

    Drive or bike this scenic coastal route, stopping at lookout points, beaches, and waterfalls.

  9. Day 9: Cape Enrage
    1 hour (89 km) from Fundy Trail Parkway

    Experience the thrill of rappelling and zip-lining, hike scenic trails, and take in the panoramic views from the lighthouse.

  10. Day 10: St. Andrews-by-the-Sea
    2.5 hours (170 km) from Cape Enrage

    Stroll through this charming seaside town, visit the historic Algonquin Resort, and take a whale watching tour.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Halifax Citadel National Historic Site (2 hours, $10)
  • Cape Breton Highlands National Park (1 day, $10 per person)
  • Fundy National Park (2 days, $10 per vehicle)
  • Hopewell Rocks (2 hours, $10)
  • Confederation Bridge (1 hour, $47.75 per vehicle)
  • Greenwich Dunes (2 hours, $7.80 per person)
  • Basque Red Cliffs (1 hour, free)
  • Fundy Trail Parkway (2 days, $10 per vehicle)
  • Cape Enrage (4 hours, $10 per person for rappelling or zip-lining)
  • St. Andrews-by-the-Sea (1 day, $50 for whale watching tour)

  • Total Estimated Costs $175.55 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the Anne of Green Gables House on Prince Edward Island or kayaking in the Bay of Fundy. If you have less time, skip Fundy National Park and spend an extra day in Prince Edward Island.

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