Discover the Maritimes
This summer, breathe in the fresh sea air as you embark on a discovery of the picturesque scenery, charming villages and historical buildings of the maritime provinces with Vacances Sinorama!
Day 1: Montreal to Saint John
As the cradle of Acadian culture, New Brunswick offers some unique attractions.
- Grand Falls: Admire these impressive falls and gorge from walking paths and viewpoints right in the centre of town.
- The world’s longest covered bridge: The Hartland Covered Bridge was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1980. The Olympic Torch also made its way across for the 1988 Winter Olympics.
- Reversing Falls: Caused by the collision of the tides in the Bay of Fundy and Saint John River, the Reversing Falls are one of the seven marine wonders of the world.
Day 2: Saint John to Cavendish Beach
Between its famous red cliffs, peaceful beaches, and green hills, lovebirds will feel like they have stepped into a postcard.
- Hopewell Rocks National Park: Admire the Flowerpot Rocks, formed by tidal erosion for millions of years.
- Province House: National Historic Site since 1966, the Province House is where the province’s legislature has met since 1847.
- Anne of Green Gables: Discover the romantic house that inspired the tale of Lucy Maud Montgomery.
Day 3: Prince Edward Island to Halifax
Newfoundland’s Halifax is an eclectic but welcoming place, where trendy stores and restaurants are housed within the area’s historical charm.
- Confederation Bridge: This longest bridge over ice covered waters in the world links Prince Edward Island to New Brunswick since 1997.
- Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse: This lighthouse is a high point when visiting this picturesque fishing village where houses remain perched over wave-beaten rocks.
- Harbour Hopper: This underwater vehicle roams through the main historical and touristic locations in the city, including the bridge, a historically point of arrival for immigrants.
Day 4: Halifax to Shediac
- Halifax Citadel: Designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1935, this military fortification was used to protect an important naval base from the British Empire.
- Moncton Magnetic Hill: A natural phenomenon that has kept tongues wagging since the 1800s.
- Lobster Capital of the World: The town of Shediac is home to the largest lobster in the world.
- Irving Eco Center, Dune de Bouctouche: This sand dune stretches 12 km across Bouctouche Bay to explore the sensitive ecosystems of a rich variety of marine and aquatic plants and animals.
Day 5: Campbellton to Montreal
- Salmon City: While in Campbellton, admire a sculpture of the biggest salmon in the world.
- Pointe-au-Père: This National Historic Site situated on the shores of Saint Lawrence River comprises Pointe-au-Père Lighthouse, the second tallest in eastern Canada, as well as the only submarine opened to the public.