9 Day / 8 Nights
Day 1: Bangor, Maine to Bar Harbor, Maine
Upon arriving in the city of Bangor, take a scenic drive to Bar Harbor and spend an afternoon touring Acadia National Park. Enjoy a traditional Maine Lobster Bake and an evening of entertainment at The Great Maine Lumberjack Show.
Day 2: Bar Harbor, Maine
The area around Bar Harbor offers many options for exploration. Visit the Abbe Museum or enjoy a casual walk in downtown Bar Harbor. Enjoy a spectacular cruise aboard the Schooner Margaret Todd, a 4 masted windjammer.
Day 3: Bar Harbor, Maine to St. Andrews, New Brunswick
Today you will drive to St. Andrews, New Brunswick. On your way to New Brunswick, stop at the Quoddy Head Lighthouse and Downeast Heritage Center. Upon entry in to New Brunswick, visit Ganong Chocolatier and discover the world of chocolate. Spend the rest of the day exploring the historic seaside resort town of St. Andrews.
Day 4: St. Andrews, New Brunswick
Your day will be spent discovering the beauty of St. Andrews. Search for whales, white-sided dolphins or harbour porpoises among one of the local vessels. Explore the vibrant colours and scents at Kingsbrae Garden or stroll along Water Street and discover one-of-a-kind artisans.
Day 5: St. Andrews, New Brunswick to Saint John, New Brunswick
Take your journey to Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada’s oldest incorporated city. Stop in St.George and visit Ovenhead Salmon Smokers or have lunch at Ossie’s Seafood Take Out – Home of the Best Seafood in North America. In Saint John explore the Saint John City Market and Reversing Falls. Visit The Fundy Trail Parkway in St. Martins.
Day 6: Saint John, New Brunswick to Fredericton, New Brunswick.
Today’s adventure will take you to Fredericton, New Brunswick, the capital city. As you travel along the River Valley Scenic Drive be sure to stop in Gagetown, named One of Canada’s 10 Prettiest Villages. In Fredericton, visit the Historic Garrison District, the Beaverbrook Art Gallery or Kings Landing Historical Settlement.
Day 7: Fredericton, New Brunswick to Bangor, Maine
On your way back to the USA, travel along New Brunswick’s Saint John River Valley and view some of the Maritime’s most spectacular scenery. As you enter Houlton, enjoy shopping and explore the downtown area which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. As you drive to Bangor, stop and visit the Aroostook Historical & Art Museum or The Patten Lumberman’s Museum.
Day 8/9: Bangor, Maine
Begin your day at the Cole Land Transportation Museum where history comes alive. Explore downtown Bangor or head to Old Town and discover the Penobscot National Museum.
Two Nation Vacation
6 Day / 5 Nights
Day 1: Fredericton, New Brunswick
Begin your adventure in Fredericton, New Brunswick. This is the Riverfront Capital of New Brunswick, a historic and cultural centre with Victorian architecture, museums, craft shops, studios and art galleries. Take in over 20 attractions in a four-block radius including The Historic Garrison District – a national historic site.
Day 2: Fredericton, New Brunswick to St. Andrews, New Brunswick
Discover Canada’s oldest seaside resort town – St. Andrews by-the-Sea. Go whale watching, sea kayaking or drive across the ocean’s floor to Minister’s Island. Visit Kingsbrae Garden or golf at one of the Maritime’s best signature courses. Savour the local cuisine with fresh seafood and Atlantic salmon.
Day 3: St. Andrews, New Brunswick to Machias, Maine
Spend the morning in St. Andrews’ historic downtown district. Visit local artisans, shops, studios and galleries. As you depart for the USA make sure to stop at Ganong Choclatier in St. Stephen. Once in Maine, visit the Downeast Heritage Center and view an array of regional exhibits cover 12,000 years of natural history. Stop at Ray’s Mustard Mill and then explore the Quoddy Head Lighthouse. Be sure not to miss out on a traditional Maine Lobster Bake.
Day 4: Machias, Maine to Bar Harbor, Maine
Begin the day by touring the Burnham Tavern Museum, the oldest building in eastern Maine with Revolution War history. Spend the afternoon at Acadia National Park and enjoy the sunset atop Cadillac Mountain.
Day 5: Bar Harbor, Maine
Visit the Abbe Museum or enjoy a casual walk in downtown Bar Harbor. Enjoy a spectacular cruise aboard the Schooner Margaret Todd, a 4 masted windjammer.
Day 6: Bar Harbor, Maine to Fredericton, New Brunswick
Return to Canada on Route 95 to Woodstock. Follow the Saint John River Kings Landing Historical Settlement. Continue on to Fredericton and spend the evening on a river cruise or dine at a sidewalk café.