Day 1

A guide will meet the group at Pearson International Airport.

 

Transfer to the hotel via private airport shuttle. Check in and rest to adjust to the jet lag.

 

Should you arrive in Toronto by noon, an optional Niagara Falls excursion is available.

Stay at a hotel near the airport.  

 

 

Day 2

Toronto → St. John’s

Flight Details:

AC686 | 08:40–13:13 | Toronto (YYZ) → St. John’s (YYT) | Duration: 3h 06m

Note: Newfoundland Time is 1.5 hours ahead of Eastern Time.

 

Morning

Staff-assisted airport transfer for the flight to St. John’s, capital of Newfoundland & Labrador.

 

Afternoon

Quidi Vidi Cultural Immersion

Currently coordinating with artisan studios for the following activities (subject to final confirmation):

 

Mallard Cottage: Visit this historic 18th-century building, now a celebrated restaurant.

 

Quidi Vidi Brewery: Sample their iconic Iceberg Beer (brewed with 20,000-year-old iceberg water, exclusive to Newfoundland).

Quidi Vidi Artisan Studios: Meet local craftspeople creating ceramics, woodcarvings, stained glass, hand-spun wool garments, leather accessories, and more.

 

Late Afternoon  St. John’s City Highlights

 

Drive through Jelly Bean Row: Rows of vibrantly painted heritage homes, a landmark of NL culture.

 

Pass by the Colonial Building (seat of Newfoundland’s pre-Confederation government).

 

Stay at a select hotel in the city.

 

 

Day 3

Visit the iconic Signal Hill, where the first transatlantic wireless signal was received.

Marvel at the dramatic convergence of the Atlantic Ocean and St. John’s Harbour, known as "The Narrows".

 

Watch fishing vessels pass through the channel at sunrise and sunset. On a clear day, you might imagine shouting a greeting to someone standing 3,500 kilometers east on the rocky shores of England.

 

The Rooms (12-minute drive from Signal Hill)

 

Explore The Rooms, Newfoundland and Labrador’s premier cultural space.

 

Discover artifacts, art collections, and immersive exhibits that narrate the province’s history.

 

Admire the building’s modern design, inspired by traditional fishing stages, and enjoy panoramic views of the harbor and city.

Lunch at The Rooms

 

Newfoundland Chocolate Company: Indulge in artisanal handcrafted chocolates inspired by local flavors.

 

Sample world-class ice cream and specialty snacks. Fun fact: Their first café opened at Signal Hill in partnership with Parks Canada!

 

Journey to Cape Spear, North America’s easternmost point and home to Newfoundland’s oldest lighthouse.

Stand where the continent’s first sunrise touches land. A commemorative monument marks this geographic marvel.

 

Capture breathtaking coastal vistas as sunset paints the sky over the Atlantic.

 

Stay at a local specialty hotel.

 

 

Day 4

Long-distance drive to Cape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve. Enjoy the stunning scenery of the Newfoundland mainland along the way.

 

Explore Cape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve – A paradise for birdwatchers and adventurers. Thousands of seabirds nest here, including gulls, common murres, black-legged kittiwakes, northern gannets, double-crested cormorants, and great cormorants. The reserve hosts 20,000 wintering waterfowl such as eiders, long-tailed ducks, scoters, thick-billed murres, and Atlantic puffins. As one of seven seabird ecological reserves, Cape St. Mary’s is North America’s most accessible seabird colony and home to Bird Rock, the continent’s third-largest nesting site and the southernmost colony of northern gannets. It also boasts the world’s southernmost thick-billed murre breeding grounds and the Atlantic Northwest’s southernmost major common murre breeding site. The area teems with birds soaring, nesting, and scrambling along the cliffs, creating a breathtaking spectacle of color and sound – truly the "Capital of North American Seabirds."

Return to St. John’s, stopping at Tim Hortons en route. Pass by Bluefin RV Trailer Park in Holyrood, Newfoundland, a campground offering insights into RV camping in Canada and tips for future road trip adventures.

 

Stay at a select hotel in the city.

 

 

Day 5

Flight Details:

AC1521: St. John’s (12:55) → Montreal (14:11)

AC1568: Montreal (15:10) → Charlottetown (17:40)

18:30–19:00:

Private transfer from the airport to downtown Charlottetown. Immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant nightlife and evening ambiance.

Recommended Restaurant : Dinner at Lobster on the Wharf

Beyond its iconic lobster dishes, the restaurant offers a variety of locally sourced delicacies—from juicy AAA beef tenderloin to Belle River crab cakes. The overwater terrace extends into the harbor, elevating "scenic dining" to new heights with panoramic ocean views.

 

Stay at a selected hotel in Charlottetown.

 

 

Day 6

Breakfast at a local restaurant en route.

 

Charlottetown Historical & Cultural Exploration

Embark on a captivating walking tour through the heart of Charlottetown’s historic downtown. Immerse yourself in its rich history, charming architecture, and vibrant local culture. Highlights include:

 

Province House on Great George Street, where the Charlottetown Conference of 1864 took place, earning PEI its title as the “Birthplace of Confederation.”

 

St. Dunstan’s Basilica, a grand stone cathedral, where you’ll hear the fascinating stories of John Hamilton Gray Sr. and Jr. and their roles in shaping Canada’s history.

 

Confederation Centre of the Arts, the hub of PEI’s thriving arts scene.

 

Victoria Row, a lively street once known as Queen’s Square, now lined with boutiques and cafés.

 

Beaconsfield Historic House, built in 1877 for wealthy shipbuilder James Peake. This opulent Victorian mansion stands as a timeless symbol of elegance.

 

Journey to the island’s eastern tip for a taste of serene, small-town coastal life. Explore the Point Prim Lighthouse (1845), PEI’s oldest lighthouse and a National Historic Site. This unique circular brick tower offers breathtaking views of the Northumberland Strait and Hillsborough Bay. A must-visit for lighthouse enthusiasts!

Drive to Souris (80 km, ~1h 10min) with a stop in Montague

 

Montague: Dubbed “The Beautiful Montague” for its tree-lined streets, tranquil river, and stately architecture. Visit the Garden of the Gulf Museum, PEI’s oldest museum, and learn about the town’s role as the starting point of the Confederation Trail.

 

Souris Town & Basin Head Beach

 

Souris: Wander through 19th-century buildings housing artisan shops and cafés. Visit the Souris Lighthouse (1880), perched 14.3 meters above Knight’s Point, for panoramic views of the harbor, Northumberland Strait, and even Cape Breton Highlands on clear days.

 

Basin Head Beach: A spectacular beach famed for its “singing sands” (squeaky underfoot!) and activities like sea glass hunting, clam digging, and swimming.

 

Stay at a selected local hotel .

 

 

Day 7

Breakfast at the hotel restaurant.

 

After exploring the island’s eastern edge, embark on a scenic 250-km drive back to the central region. The route splits into two iconic shores:

Green Gables Shore (North): Rolling golf courses, pastoral landscapes, and the inspiration for the beloved novel Anne of Green Gables.

Red Sands Shore (South): A journey through sleepy farming communities, picturesque fishing villages, and rust-red beaches.

 

Drive to Prince Edward Island National Park. Discover the park’s signature red cliffs, wind-sculpted dunes, and endless ocean horizons. Hike a section of the Greenwich Dunes Trail (4.36 km total), passing through forested trails, floating boardwalks over Bowley Pond, and offering your first glimpse of the majestic Greenwich Dunes.

Drive to Green Gables Heritage Place (1h 10min drive)

Step into the world of Anne of Green Gables. Explore how L.M. Montgomery’s literary magic came to life through the landscapes and stories that inspired her timeless novel. This immersive experience offers a deep dive into Montgomery’s literary adventures.

Visit Kensington Train Station (21 Kensington Station). Built in 1905, this elegant station reflects the rise of Kensington’s economy and community. Designated a National Historic Site in 1976, it stands as a testament to PEI’s railway history and unique architecture. Notably, it was the first train station mentioned in The Montgomery Journals.

 

Visit Parkview Farm & Evening Stargazing

 

Parkview Farm: Explore Cavendish’s last active dairy farm, overlooking the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Wander fields stretching to the sea and learn about sustainable farming practices.

 

Dinner: Enjoy a locally sourced meal before preparing for the night’s celestial highlight.

 

Stargazing at Cavendish Beach

With minimal light pollution, Cavendish Beach offers dazzling views of the night sky. Marvel at stars reflecting on the ocean’s surface and witness constellations like never before—a truly romantic and awe-inspiring experience.

 

Stay at a selected local hotel .

 

 

Day 8

 

Breakfast at a local en-route restaurant

 

Morning Highlights

Borden-Carleton Exploration

Discover Borden-Carleton, the historic gateway to Prince Edward Island. Originally built around ferry services, this charming town now features a giant red heart installation—a favorite Instagram-worthy backdrop for visitors and locals alike. Just steps from the Marine Rail Historical Park, enjoy panoramic views of the iconic Confederation Bridge and the Borden Harbour Lighthouse while learning about PEI’s rich railway and maritime heritage.

 

Taters, Tractors, & Tales

Visit Roberts Family Farm in central PEI to explore the island’s multi-generational potato farming traditions. Engage with hands-on exhibits and stories of agricultural life.

 

Confederation Bridge Crossing to New Brunswick

Drive across the monumental Confederation Bridge, part of Canada’s Trans-Canada Highway, spanning the Northumberland Strait. Marvel at this engineering marvel linking PEI to New Brunswick.

 

Arrive in Shediac, NB, home to the world’s largest lobster sculpture—an 11-meter-long, 5-meter-high bronze masterpiece weighing 55 tons. Capture stunning photos of this vibrant landmark glowing under the afternoon sun, then stroll through the tranquil, maple-lined streets of this coastal gem.

Accommodation at a selected Charlottetown hotel.

 

 

Day 9

Your Canadian journey concludes today.

 

Our distinguished guests will depart Charlottetown and fly back home.