Coastal New England and Canadas Maritimes
A 13-Day Insight Tours tour starting from $2,875
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| Starting Price: | $2,875 |  |
| Tour Length: | 13 Days | |
| Countries Visited: | Canada, United States | |
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Cities Visited: An intimate journey of discovery through quaint fishing villages, rugged coastlines, centuries of history and cultural heritage, amidst stunning panoramas. |
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Included Premium Highlights
- Explore Acadia National Park, one of the most visited national parks
- Join a guided walking tour along the streets of downtown Charlottetown
- Discover the sand dunes, wetlands and forests of Prince Edward Island National Park
- Explore Cape Breton Highlands National Park, famous for its highlands and ocean scenery
- Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site on Cape Breton Island
- Visit Halifax Citadel National Historic Site and enjoy its spectacular panoramic views
- Explore Fort Beausejour National Historic Site, an 18th century military outpost
- Board a private Salem Trolley for a narrated tour of the town noted for its witch trials
Included Personal Insights
- Discover Canada's history at Founders' Hall, Canada's Birthplace Pavilion
- Learn more about "Anne of Green Gables" on a guided tour of Green Gables Heritage Site
Included Other Excursions & Sights
- Enjoy an orientation tour of Boston's Freedom Trail
- View Portland's historic Old Port and waterfront district
- View the Saint John River's Reversing Falls, caused by the Bay of Fundy's reversing tides
- Stop at the Hopewell Rocks, four stories high at low tide and tiny islands at high tide
- Cross the Confederation Bridge, the world's longest bridge over ice-covered waters
- Join a guided walking tour along the streets of downtown Charlottetown
- Enjoy the delights of Prince Edward Island, also known as "The Gentle Island"
- Ferry across the Northumberland Strait from Prince Edward Island to Nova Scotia
- Journey along the Cabot Trail, one of the country's most scenic drives
- Discover the highlights of Halifax on a morning sightseeing tour
- Stop in Bangor and view sites on the National Register of Historic Places
- Drive along Kennebunkport's scenic Ocean Drive and see the local elite's grand estates
Included First Class Services
- Escorted by a professional Tour Director
- Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended legroom and onboard restroom
- Insight hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
- Insight Traveller document wallet, map book journal and information pack
- Airport arrival and departure transfers on Day 1 and Day 13
Included Quality Dining
- Highlight Dinner of traditional lobster in Bar Harbor (HD) plus a Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurants from our selection in Charlottetown (DA)
- 12 Full Breakfasts (B) and 3 three-course Table d'hôte Dinners or buffets (D)
Day 1 - ARRIVE BOSTON
Welcome to Boston! Upon arrival at Boston international airport, your airport transfer service takes you to your tour hotel. Join your Tour Director and meet your fellow travellers at 6 p.m. for a Welcome Drink at the hotel. Hotel: The Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston
Day 2 - BOSTON - BAR HARBOR
After a brief orientation tour of Boston, travel north through New Hampshire into Maine. Stop to explore Portland and its restored 19th century buildings and historic Old Port. Continue on to Mount Desert Island and the New England seaside village of Bar Harbor, surrounded by Acadia National Park.
Hotel: Bar Harbor Regency (B)
Day 3 - ACADIA NATIONAL PARK EXCURSION
Take in the beauty of Acadia National Park with its dramatic rocky shoreline, beaver ponds and spectacular views from the top of Cadillac Mountain. Then explore Bar Harbor on your own, enjoying its quaint shops, galleries and superb views, or perhaps take an optional nature or whale watching cruise. This evening feast on traditional Maine lobster. (B,HD)
Day 4 - BAR HARBOR - SAINT JOHN
As you leave Bar Harbor, travel north across the border into New Brunswick and on to Saint John, Canada's oldest city overlooking the Bay of Fundy. Hotel: Hilton Saint John. (B)
Day 5 - SAINT JOHN - CHARLOTTETOWN
View the amazing Reversing Falls and stop at the Hopewell Rocks in the Bay of Fundy, revealing the world's highest, wildest tides, a phenomenal marine wonder. Drive across the modern Confederation Bridge to Charlottetown, capital of Prince Edward Island. This evening, your Tour Director offers you a selection of restaurants for your dining pleasure. Hotel: Delta Prince Edward (B,DA)
Day 6 - PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND SIGHTSEEING
Founders' Hall, Canada's Birthplace Pavilion, where you'll walk through the "Time Travel Tunnel" learning about Canadian history. Then, immerse yourself in local history with a guided walking tour of graceful Charlottetown. Travel up the north shore to the wind-sculpted sand dunes, beautiful beaches and broad inlets of Prince Edward Island National Park. Take a guided tour of Green Gables, the farm house that inspired the setting for Lucy Maud Montgomery's "Anne of Green Gables." This evening is at your leisure. (B)
Day 7 - CHARLOTTETOWN - INGONISH BEACH
Ferry across the Northumberland Strait to Nova Scotia. Travel on to charming Pictou, renowned as the "Birthplace of New Scotland" where the first Scottish immigrants landed in 1773. Continue your tour driving along the scenic Cabot Trail until you reach Ingonish Beach at the foot of the Cape Breton Highlands. Check in your hotel superbly located on a promontory overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Hotel: Keltic Lodge Resort & Spa (B,D)
Day 8 - CABOT TRAIL & CAPE BRETON HIGHLANDS NATIONAL PARK EXCURSION
Enjoy an amazing full-day adventure as you travel the full length of the Cabot Trail, with stunning vistas of rust-coloured cliffs, the deep blue ocean and postcard-perfect fishing harbours. Explore Cape Breton Highlands National Park, an exceptional wilderness area where you may spot moose among the lakes and streams. (B)
Day 9 - INGONISH BEACH - HALIFAX
Leave Ingonish and the highlands and travel to Baddeck Bay and tranquil Bras d'Or Lake to visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site where models, photo displays, artifacts, and films describe the fascinating life and of the great inventor. Continue south across the narrow Canso Strait on to Halifax, Nova Scotia's lively harbour front capital.
Hotel: Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel. (B)
Day 10 - HALIFAX SIGHTSEEING
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Halifax including the Public Gardens, waterfront and Spring Garden Road, and learn about the Halifax Explosion and the city's connection to the Titanic. Visit the Citadel National Historic Site offering superb panoramic views. The afternoon is on your own to enjoy Halifax. Perhaps explore the museum or the boutiques and restaurants nestled in three-square-block of Historic Properties, Canada's oldest shipping warehouses. Those looking to snap more postcard photos can join an optional excursion to the picturesque village of Peggy's Cove. (B)
Day 11 - HALIFAX - ST. ANDREWS-BY-THE-SEA
This morning visit Fort Beausejour National Historic Site, an 18th century military outpost, important in the region's early colonial struggles. Continue to beautiful St. Andrews-by-the-Sea and your elegant Tudor-style resort. This evening enjoy dinner at one of the resort's excellent restaurants.
Hotel: The Fairmont Algonquin (B,D)
Day 12 - ST. ANDREWS-BY-THE-SEA - KENNEBUNKPORT
Returning to the United States, visit Bangor and admire the cityscape, much of it listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Continue on to the delightful coastal resort of Kennebunkport, travelling along the scenic Ocean Drive with stunning views of the coastline and great mansions, including the famous Bush family compound. Tonight, say farewell to your newfound friends at a farewell dinner at your charming inn.
Hotel: Nonantum Resort (B,D)
Day 13 - KENNEBUNKPORT - DEPART BOSTON
Enjoy more scenic coastline and quaint coastal villages on the way to Salem, home to the infamous Salem Witch Trials. Board a narrated trolley and discover this colourful coastal city, rich in maritime heritage, historic architecture and amazing stories. Your tour ends with a departure transfer to Boston international airport or the tour hotel in Boston for guests extending their stay. Please do not schedule flights before 4 p.m. (B)
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Included Premium Highlights
- Explore Acadia National Park, one of the most visited national parks
- Join a guided walking tour along the streets of downtown Charlottetown
- Discover the sand dunes, wetlands and forests of Prince Edward Island National Park
- Explore Cape Breton Highlands National Park, famous for its highlands and ocean scenery
- Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site on Cape Breton Island
- Visit Halifax Citadel National Historic Site and enjoy its spectacular panoramic views
- Explore Fort Beausejour National Historic Site, an 18th century military outpost
- Board a private Salem Trolley for a narrated tour of the town noted for its witch trials
Included Personal Insights
- Discover Canada's history at Founders' Hall, Canada's Birthplace Pavilion
- Learn more about "Anne of Green Gables" on a guided tour of Green Gables Heritage Site
Included Other Excursions & Sights
- Enjoy an orientation tour of Boston's Freedom Trail
- View Portland's historic Old Port and waterfront district
- View the Saint John River's Reversing Falls, caused by the Bay of Fundy's reversing tides
- Stop at the Hopewell Rocks, four stories high at low tide and tiny islands at high tide
- Cross the Confederation Bridge, the world's longest bridge over ice-covered waters
- Join a guided walking tour along the streets of downtown Charlottetown
- Enjoy the delights of Prince Edward Island, also known as "The Gentle Island"
- Ferry across the Northumberland Strait from Prince Edward Island to Nova Scotia
- Journey along the Cabot Trail, one of the country's most scenic drives
- Discover the highlights of Halifax on a morning sightseeing tour
- Stop in Bangor and view sites on the National Register of Historic Places
- Drive along Kennebunkport's scenic Ocean Drive and see the local elite's grand estates
Included First Class Services
- Escorted by a professional Tour Director
- Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended legroom and onboard restroom
- Insight hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
- Insight Traveller document wallet, map book journal and information pack
- Airport arrival and departure transfers on Day 1 and Day 13
Included Quality Dining
- Highlight Dinner of traditional lobster in Bar Harbor (HD) plus a Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurants from our selection in Charlottetown (DA)
- 12 Full Breakfasts (B) and 3 three-course Table d'hôte Dinners or buffets (D)
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TERMS: 10% savings valid on 2011 Europe & Britain departures when full payment is made by October 1st, 2010. Travel must depart between April 11th, 2011 and October 11th, 2011. Offer applies to new bookings only. Normal name change policy applies. Offer is applicable to groups – with availability and collection of travelers’ names at time of booking. Promotion is combinable with brochure discounts EXCEPT Early Payment Discount. Offer valid on Select Choices departures EXCEPT City Stays. Offer NOT valid on Israel, Jordan, Turkey, Egypt or tours including cruises. Once payment is received, cancellation penalties apply. Offer may be withdrawn at any time and subject to availability. Other restrictions apply. Please call for details.
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FRIENDS & FAMILY DISCOUNTS
SAVE 5% FOR 5 - 8 PASSENGERS
Why not share your Insight tour experience with your friends and family – and save money! If 5-8 passengers book together we offer a discount of 5%. Further savings are available for groups of 9 or more passengers! This discount cannot be combined with Frequent Traveler, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. To qualify, the names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Insight at the time of booking. Does not apply to Oberammergau Passion Play Option, additional accommodation, airfares or fl ight supplements, Select London Week, Select London & Paris, Select London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, and tours with Mediterranean or River cruises.
YOUNG TRAVELER SAVINGS
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Insight offers you the opportunity of sharing your happy holiday memories with your children or grandchildren. This discount applies only to tours featuring the “Young Traveler Discount” in the price panel. Check the itinerary pages now to see how much you can SAVE! Young Travelers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date and accompanied by an adult (limit of one Young Traveler Discount per room). Children under 5 years old are not accepted on any escorted tour.
This discount cannot be combined with our “Friends & Family Discount”.
SINGLE TRAVELER SAVING
INSIGHT’S ROOM MATE MATCHING
For people traveling alone on an Insight coach tour, we’ll match you with someone of the same gender, so you don’t have to pay the single room supplement. If we fail to match you, we’ll provide a single room at no extra cost†. There is a no-smoking policy in all shared rooms. Does not apply to additional accommodation, Riad upgrade option, airfares or flight supplements, Select London Week, Select London & Paris, Select London, Paris & Rome, Irish Elegance, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours and tours with Mediterranean or River cruises. †Single rooms are not available for the Oberammergau Passion Play Option.
TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT
When three people travel together room, each of the three enjoys a discount off the tour price. See the Triple Room Reductions on the itinerary of your choice. This discount only applies to tours featuring the “Triple
Room Discount” in the price panel. Note the third bed on occasions, will be a foldaway. This discount cannot be combined with our “Friends & Family Discount”. Triple rooms are not available for the Oberammergau Passion
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from your Tour Director. Insight’s Club Bon Voyage and 5% Discount is not available retroactively. Only one voucher is available per person, per tour, per year and only one voucher can be redeemed against each further
tour booking. This discount cannot be combined with our “Friends & Family Discount” and “Extra Tour Discount.” Does not apply to Oberammergau Passion Play Option, additional accommodations, Select London Week, Select London & Paris and Select London, Paris & Rome.
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