4-Week Canada Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 4-week Canada itineraries

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• 27 Days in Eastern North America, incl. Ottawa and Montreal

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Ottawa

    Start your journey in Canada's capital at the Fairmont Château Laurier near Parliament Hill. The city's name comes from the Algonquin word "Odawa" meaning "to trade." Take a guided city tour and spend your evenings sampling local restaurants on a progressive dining experience.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Quebec City

    Visit Parc Oméga to see Canadian wildlife before arriving at the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. Walk the cobblestone streets of Old Québec, North America's only walled city. Take the morning Montmorency Falls trip to beat the crowds and get the best photos.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Montreal

    Drive the historic Chemin du Roy to Montreal. Stop at a traditional sugar shack for real Québécois maple syrup. Choose between a food walking tour of local markets or seeing the city by vintage Cadillac. The Beyond the Market tour gives you a great look at Montreal's food culture.

    
  • Days 7-9

    Toronto & Niagara Falls

    Take a cruise through the Thousand Islands before spending two nights in Toronto. Visit the CN Tower and explore the harbor area. Stay at the Marriott Fallsview in Niagara Falls. One visitor shared: "Getting up early to see the mist rising from the falls before the crowds arrive was magical - don't miss the morning light on the water."

    
  • Days 10-14

    U.S. East Coast Cities

    Travel through Lancaster's Amish country to Washington D.C. for monument tours. Visit New York City's Lower East Side to learn about Jewish heritage and see a Broadway show. Plan your subway routes ahead since NYC traffic can be unpredictable.

    
  • Days 15-27

    New England & Maritime Cruise

    Board the Scenic Eclipse in Boston for a small-ship cruise with just 228 guests. Visit Maine, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and the St. Lawrence River. Watch whales near Percé Rock, visit Halifax's historic waterfront and finish in Montreal.

    

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• 23 Day Atlantic Canada Itinerary, incl. Halifax and St. John's

  The 23-day route spans 22 Canadian cities with 7 two-night stays. Visit 5 UNESCO sites from Joggins Fossil Cliffs to Gros Morne National Park, enjoy 44 meals including lobster feasts, and iconic locations like Peggy's Cove and the Cabot Trail.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Halifax & Bay of Fundy

    Start in Halifax's historic downtown before heading to the Bay of Fundy. "The Joggins Fossil Cliffs were mind-blowing - bring good walking shoes as the beach rocks can be slippery." Plan for a 3-hour drive to Moncton and finish with an evening lobster dinner cruise in Shediac Bay.

    
  • Days 3-4

    New Brunswick Coast

    See the Hopewell Rocks at both high and low tide by arriving early at 7AM. Drive 2.5 hours to Saint John to watch the Reversing Falls during tide change. Take a whale watching trip in St. Andrews the next day. The best viewing happens between June and September.

    
  • Days 5-7

    Nova Scotia's South Shore

    Take the morning ferry to Digby, which takes about 2.5 hours. Visit the Annapolis Valley wine region, known for its excellent L'Acadie Blanc grape. Get to Peggy's Cove lighthouse before 8AM to watch the sunrise without crowds. While in Lunenburg, a visitor shared: "The walking tour brought the fishing heritage to life - the guide's stories about the Bluenose schooner were fascinating."

    
  • Days 8-9

    Prince Edward Island

    Drive across the 13km Confederation Bridge to PEI. Stay in Charlottetown and explore the North Shore's red-sand beaches. Book tickets for Anne of Green Gables Heritage Place ahead of time if visiting in summer. Make sure to try the traditional lobster supper in New Glasgow.

    
  • Days 10-11

    Cape Breton Island

    Take the Cabot Trail drive early in the day going counterclockwise for the best views. The 300km route includes stops at the Skyline Trail and Pleasant Bay. Bring motion sickness medicine for the mountain roads. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell museum in Baddeck if you need a break from outdoor activities.

    
  • Days 12-15

    Western Newfoundland

    Book a cabin for the overnight ferry to Port aux Basques and pack motion sickness medication. It's a 4-5 hour drive to Port au Choix through Gros Morne National Park. Visit L'Anse aux Meadows Viking site at 9AM opening time for good morning light and photos.

    
  • Days 16-18

    Gros Morne & Central Newfoundland

    Take two full days to see Gros Morne's Western Brook Pond and Tablelands. A recent visitor said: "The boat tour through the fjord was incredible - but dress warmly as it's cold on the water even in summer." The drive to Gander takes 5-6 hours. Stop in Deer Lake for lunch.

    
  • Days 19-23

    Eastern Newfoundland

    Stay in Clarenville to visit Trinity and Bonavista Peninsula. It's a 2.5-hour drive to St. John's. Schedule the Witless Bay boat tour early in case of bad weather. Visit Signal Hill at sunset and spend your evenings exploring the pubs and restaurants on George Street.

    

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• 23 Days in Atlantic Canada, incl. Halifax and St. John's

  A 23-day route covers 26 Maritime destinations, from Halifax to St. John's. The journey features two whale watching excursions, visits to four UNESCO World Heritage sites including L'Anse aux Meadows, and Gros Morne National Park's Tablelands. Includes 22 breakfasts and 14 dinners.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Halifax & Bay of Fundy

    Start your trip in Halifax, Nova Scotia's capital. Visit the Bay of Fundy to see the world's highest tides. The UNESCO Joggins Fossil Cliffs are best visited in early morning for optimal fossil viewing. One traveler shared: "The tide changes are incredible at the Bay of Fundy - go at both high and low tide to truly appreciate the difference."

    
  • Days 3-5

    New Brunswick & Saint John

    Visit Hopewell Rocks and plan around the tides. Stop at Saint John to see the Reversing Falls at both high and low tide. Take a whale watching trip from St. Andrews by-the-Sea between June and August to spot minke whales and endangered North Atlantic right whales.

    
  • Days 6-8

    Nova Scotia's South Shore & PEI

    Get to Peggy's Cove lighthouse before the tour buses arrive. Take a morning walking tour in Lunenburg when the streets are quiet. Travel to Prince Edward Island across the 13km Confederation Bridge. Bring light layers since Maritime weather changes quickly.

    
  • Days 9-11

    Cape Breton Island

    Take your time driving the Cabot Trail and stay in Baddeck. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell Museum in late afternoon to avoid crowds. Plan whale watching trips in July or August when the waters are calmest.

    
  • Days 12-15

    Newfoundland & Labrador

    Book a cabin on the overnight ferry to Port aux Basques. Explore the unique Tablelands in Gros Morne National Park. Visit L'Anse aux Meadows Viking site early for the best photos. A visitor noted: "The 45-minute walk to Western Brook Pond's dock is muddy - bring proper hiking shoes."

    
  • Days 16-19

    Northern Newfoundland

    Stay in Cow Head to explore Gros Morne. Visit Terra Nova National Park to spot moose and eagles. Plan your Twillingate visit during iceberg season in June or early July. One traveler suggests: "Book your whale watching tour early in your stay in case of weather cancellations."

    
  • Days 20-23

    St. John's & Eastern Newfoundland

    Finish your trip in St. John's. Take a boat tour of Witless Bay to see puffins between May and August. Visit Cape Spear at sunrise for spectacular views from North America's easternmost point. Watch the weather before hiking Signal Hill as the paths can be dangerous in fog.

    

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