Holidays to Atlantic Canada

Discover the enchanting beauty of Atlantic Canada on your next holiday. Atlantic Canada offers a captivating escape to Canada’s easternmost provinces of Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia.

Immerse yourself in the region’s rich culture, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality. Explore rugged coastlines, pristine beaches, and charming fishing villages. Indulge in fresh seafood and savor local delicacies.

Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventures, scenic road trips, or relaxing hospitality, Atlantic Canada has a holiday for you.

Atlantic Canada Holidays 2024 & 2025

Known for their stunning coastal landscapes, maritime culture, and historical significance the four provinces that make up Atlantic Canada each offer different highlights and places to enjoy.

Highlights of Nova Scotia

• The Cabot Trail is considered one of North America’s most scenic drives. Stretching for 180 miles around Cape Breton Island, it offers panoramic views of rugged coastline and the Atlantic Ocean
• Halifax‘s historic waterfront has become a hive of bars, restaurants and micro-breweries, perfect for an evening out. The city is overlooked by the star-shaped citadel, that once protected the harbour and the passing shipping
• The Annapolis Valley is home to vineyards and orchards, providing the perfect opportunity to sample some of the local wines and ciders
• The Lighthouse Route stretches for 208 miles along the southern shore, culminating in Peggy’s Cove, a typical fishing village around a natural harbour, dominated by the iconic lighthouse

Exploring New Brunswick

• Follow the Fundy Coastal Drive, which offers breathtaking views across the Bay of Fundy towards Nova Scotia. Encounter fishing villages, lighthouse and coastal cliffs that protect forests and wildlife beyond
• Saint John is the largest city in New Brunswick and is steeped in history. Visit the ‘Uptown district’ to explore its charming streets lined with well preserved Victorian architecture
• Experience traditional Acadian cuisine and music in towns such as Caraquet, where annual festivals are held to celebrate their unique cultural heritage
• Visit Hopewell Rocks to view exposed sea-floor at low-tide. Witness the world’s most dramatic tidal changes including river bores and the ‘reversing falls rapids’ around the Bay of Fundy

Experience Prince Edward Island

• No visit to PEI would be complete without a visit to Green Gables Heritage Place, to explore the farmhouse and beautiful gardens that inspired Lucy Maud Montgomery’s novel ‘Anne of Green Gables’.
• Glimpse the island’s maritime history by visiting gone of the island’s historic lighthouses, including the iconic West Point Lighthouse
• Walk the streets of Charlottetown to discover its vibrant art and crafts scene. Visit Province House National Historic Site and dine out on fresh lobster
• Discover some of the most pristine beaches in Atlantic Canada. Cavendish, Brackley and Greenwich Beaches are popular for their soft sands and scenic views

Discover Newfoundland and Labrador

• Gros Morne National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its stunning landscapes, including fjords, waterfalls, cliffs, and unique geological formations
• During spring and summer take in the views of ‘Iceberg Alley‘ on the eastern seaboard, where massive icebergs drift from the arctic along the coast
• Visit the capital city of St. John’s to see the colourful houses in the downtown area and enjoy the music along George Street.
• Stay in the futuristic looking Fogo Island Inn, with floor to ceiling windows that overlook the ever changing Atlantic Ocean.