Coastal Treasures of Canada

Join SSC and friends on an eco-adventure to explore Canada’s coastal wonders, from the breathtaking wilderness of Cape Breton to the charming  shores of PEI.

Deposit and Full Payment Requirements: A deposit of $200 per person is due by May 16, 2025. Final Payment is due July 1, 2025; payments after this date may incur a late payment fee.

Price Includes: Hotel transfer on the first and last day; luxury air-conditioned coach; hotel accommodations; activities; audio headsets for flexible sightseeing; travel director and driver;  and 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 4 dinners. See all details in attached PDF.

Fish village, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Fish village, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada | Photo by Jeff Cummings on Unsplash

Coastal Treasures of Canada

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Join SSC and friends on an eco-adventure to explore Canada’s coastal wonders, from the breathtaking wilderness of Cape Breton to the charming  shores of PEI. You’ll enjoy exclusive experiences including private conservation talks, gourmet seafood feasts, and behind-the-scenes cultural interactions.

Schedule At-A-Glance

Day 1: Welcome to Halifax. Settle in and enjoy the crisp sea air of Halifax, a beautiful gateway to Canada’s Maritimes. Then head to a welcome dinner, where you’ll learn about the conservation-focused experiences ahead!

Day 2: Discover the Maritime History of Halifax. Your adventure begins in the heart of Halifax with a guided tour to discover the rich history of sea life and maritime industries; conclude the day with a visit to the historic Citadel.

Day 3: Hear the Legends of Nova Scotia. Immerse yourself in the heritage and legends of the Mi’kmaq people, then head to Cape Breton Island and join a wildlife tour spotting bald eagles, seals and other sea birds.

Day 4: Traverse the Cabot. Marvel at the scenery along the famed Cabot Trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park, explore and discover wildlife during a guided coastal hike.

Day 5: Tease Your Taste Buds on Prince Edward Island. Spend the morning learning about famous inventors at the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. Then cross the North Cumberland Straight to Prince Edward Island and enjoy an evening meal, en route to Charlottetown.

Day 6: Uncover the History of Prince Edward Island. Explore Prince Edward Island National Park, and a visit to the literary landmark of Green Gables, followed by lunch over Brackley Bay (subject to availability). 

Day 7: Get Your Lobster Fix at Shediac Bay. Head to New Brunswick and the waters of Shediac Bay, where you’ll celebrate all things lobster. All aboard to the Bay of Fundy, where you’ll enjoy lunch on board (weather permitting) and other activities, before an overnight in St. John.

Day 8: See the Fishing Heritage of Lunenburg. Head across the Bay of Fundy to the UNESCO World Heritage Site and learn about the town’s connection to fishing and maritime conservation. Then its back to Halifax for a farewell dinner.

Day 9: Say goodbye to Canada’s coastal beauty. After breakfast, we’ll pack and depart for home.

Deposit and Payment

Payment should be made directly to Seacoast Science Center, and can be mailed to the address provided here; or reach out to Program Director, Henry Burke at 603-436-8043 ext. 16 to pay by credit card.
 
Seacoast Science Center
Attn: Henry Burke
P.O. Box 570
Rye, NH 03870-0570

Sustainability is a key value of all Seacoast Science Center programming including our Eco-Adventures. Please know that a portion of your travel fee is applied to purchase carbon offsets from Sustainable Travel International to mitigate the environmental impact of this tour.

 

Notes

Included in Price: Hotel Transfers, Luxury air-conditioned transportation with WiFi, Hotel Accommodations, Travel Director and separate Driver.

Not Included in Price: Airfare*, passports and applicable visa fees, meals and sightseeing not included on itinerary, or travel insurance. 

*Please DO NOT purchase airfare until you are notified that the trip is confirmed with 21 travelers. 

All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change. See full terms and conditions on page 4 of Trafalgar itinerary booklet.

Questions

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Henry Burke, Program Director, at h.burke@sscnh.org or 603-436-8043 ext. 16.

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Sunday, September 20, 2026 • 7 AM-4PM

Join us at Odiorne Point State Park to discover the incredible diversity of species found along our Seacoast. All ages and experience levels are welcome!

CLOSING EARLY: THURSDAY, May 22, 2025. Due to anticipated high winds, we will be closing at 3pm today, to prioritize the safety of visitors, volunteers & staff. Stay safe.

Update: Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Planning to visit today?

It’s a good idea to reserve online, especially with rain forecasted, as rainy summer days often find us at capacity, particularly in the morning, with walk-ins depending on availability. Book tickets here. 

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