east coast canada:
seafood feasts, secluded beaches + Maritime charm (4 Days/7 days)
This foodie East Coast adventure has us taking you from lively Charlottetown to a secluded nature escape on Prince Edward Island's stunning coast and over to oceanfront Halifax where you'll taste your way through cool climate wines and explore the iconic sites of the Annapolis Valley and Lunenburg. This small group trip is the best of Atlantic Canada (an underrated part of the country) and is packed with unforgettable experiences and a balance of nature adventures, Canadian culture (yes, it exists!), food and time to unwind.
Prince Edward Island + Nova Scotia
Charlottetown
PEI Coast
Halifax
This region of Canada boasts itself on the stunning landscapes, delicious seafood + wine and friendly, laidback locals.
Trip highlights:
- Live music around every corner in Charlottetown (the birthplace of Canada)
- A secluded nature escape on the stunning coast of Prince Edward Island to rest and recharge
- Oysters on the beach and the famous multi-course fireside feast
- Historic ghost tour and cool climate wines in Halifax
- See the iconic Peggy's Cove and Lunenburg
-Experience all the flavours and festivities with our friend and host Chef Jill of Fare Thee Well
the plan
Day 1 | Charlottetown
Arrive any time and check in to your hotel. Meet your new friends + Chef Jill for dinner in lively downtown Charlottetown. Enjoy fresh local seafood + live music. Prince Edward Islanders will tell you they grow the best potatoes in the world so make sure you order 'em at dinner and see for yourself!
Accommodation: Sydney Inn or similar
Day 2 | Breakfast at your cozy hotel and then drive to the North Coast of Eastern Prince Edward Island for our serene nature escape. Free time in the afternoon - walk along the surrounding nature trails, do the 6K beach look walk soak in the hot tub, sweat it out in the sauna, take a cold plunge, enjoy nature from a hammock or unwind with a book. (Kayaks and paddleboards are available for rent, weather dependent).
For dinner, meet our local oyster biologist for a paddle out to secluded beach (take in the Fall colours along the way) and a deep dive into PEI's oyster industry and learn everything there is to know about oysters. (this is weather dependent but a suitable oyster experience will be had if the beach is not possible!)
Accommodation: Nature Space Resort
DAY 3 | Free day to explore everything our oasis has to offer. Amenities for use at the resort: meditation walking labyrinth, yoga deck to stretch or do your own class, cold plunge and cold zone area, beautiful beach and walking trails, hammocks, board games, and each of our yurts has its own hot tub on deck. Go for a hot cold therapy experience or swim in the lake!
Tonight's dinner (optional): a bucketlist foodie experience! Sure to be a memorable meal, this multi-course fireside feast starts with a culinary farm tour, goes onto Oyster Hour (unlimited raw oysters), and three fire stations with hors d’oeuvre’s cooked or smoked with live fire; a sabre toast with sparkling wine. The feast includes a sit-down multi-course meal in front of our 25-foot live-fire hearth. We serve a bread course, Maritime Chowder, Earth Plate and Salad Course, Shared Plate, Meat or Catch of the Day with Vegetables Course and Farm Dessert. Finish the evening off with house-made marshmallows roasted over an open fire!
Option to stay back and enjoy dinner at the resort!
DAY 4 | Back to Charlottetown
Wake up for one last breakfast in this slice of island paradise before heading back to Charlottetown.
Transport to airport (sad goodbyes) or stay on for the next part of the adventure - ferry to Halifax.
Arrive in coastal Halifax, check in and head out to explore the scenic waterfront downtown.
Enjoy a yummy dinner (fresh seafood encouraged) and option to do a historical ghost tour in town.
Accommodation: Prince Geroge or similar
DAY 5 | Halifax
A wine and lunch escape! On this full day adventure, experience three unique wineries located in the heart of the Annapolis Valley. Sip your way through Nova Scotia wine country and learn about cool climate wines.
Free evening in Halifax!
DAY 6 | Halifax
Free day! Opt to join a tour to see the iconic Peggy's Cove and Lunenburg or stay back and explore Halifax at your leisure (OT will provide recommendations)
DAY 7 | Departure Day and sad goodbyes!
picture yourself here.
Included
-
Custom OT Know Before You Go Atlantic Canada Travel Guide
-
PEI portion:
-
3 Breakfasts | 1 Lunches
-
Arrival airport transfer + all transfers in private vehicle
-
All accommodations (shared) - limited private room upgrades available
-
All activities mentioned in itinerary
-
Oysters on the beach experience
-
All taxes (including HST)
-
TOTAL: $1882 CAD
-
Nova Scotia portion:
-
3 nights hotel (shared) - limited private room upgrades available
-
All transfers in private vehicle + ferry from PEI to NS
-
Wine Escape Experience with lunch
-
2 breakfasts
-
All taxes (including HST)
-
TOTAL: $1545 CAD
-
International flights
-
Travel insurance
-
Gratuities
-
Meals and activities not mentioned
Not included
Add-on
Fireside Feast (+$350)
Join us for this incredibly unique 4-hour dining experience in Prince Edward Island, tasting local and foraged flavours. Start the evening with an oyster hour of unlimited raw oysters and an appetizer selection, cooked or smoked with live fire. Then toast your friends with sparkling wine before sitting down for the multi-course meal in front of a live-fire hearth. a Bread course, Maritime Chowder, Earth Plate & Salad Course, Shared Plate, Meat or Catch of the day with Vegetables Course, and Farm Dessert. End the evening with house-made marshmallows roasted over an open fire.
Cost includes the meal, transport, taxes and tip.
Add-on
Peggy's Cove and Lunenburg Day Tour(+$250)
Travel to the picturesque Town of Lunenburg - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll feel like you're stepping back in time when you explore the waterfront. Next stop is home to the most photographed lighthouse in all of Canada. Explore on your own or with a guide before heading back to Halifax.
