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Coastal New England and Canadas Maritimes

A 13-Day Insight Tours tour starting from $3,525

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Tour Overview

Tour Type:
 Escorted Tour
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Tour Operator: Insight Tours
Tour Code: ACMEN07
Tour Highlights

Countries Visited

Canada, United States

Cities Visited

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Sightseeing Highlights
INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS
Boston: Enjoy an orientation tour of the Freedom Trail.Portland: View the historic Old Port and waterfront district.Acadia National Park: Explore one of the most visited national parks.New Brunswick: Visit the Reversing Falls and Hopewell Rocks in the Bay of Fundy.Prince Edward Island: Discover the sand dunes, wetlands and forests of Prince Edward Island National Park. Learn about Canada’s history at Founders’ Hall, Canada’s Birthplace Pavilion. Join a guided walking tour along the streets of downtown Charlottetown and enjoy a guided tour of Green Gables Heritage Site. Take a ferry across the Northumberland Strait to Nova Scotia.Cape Breton Island: Explore the Highlands National Park. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. Enjoy a presentation with a naturalist about the nature of Nova Scotia.Halifax: Discover the city’s highlights on a morning sightseeing tour, including a visit to the Citadel National Historic Site. Travel to the picturesque village of Peggy’s Cove.Fort Beausejour: Explore this National Historic Site, an 18th century military outpost.Bangor: View sites on the National Register of Historic Places.Salem: Board a private Trolley for a narrated tour of the town noted for its witch trials.Countryside: Travel on Confederation Bridge, the world’s longest bridge over ice-covered waters. Journey along The Cabot Trail. Drive along Kennebunkport’s scenic Ocean Drive and see the local elite’s grand estates.

Overview

Tour Pace: Enjoy this well balanced maritime journey with four comfortable two-night stays in Bar Harbor, Charlottetown, Ingonish Beach and Halifax, a relaxing ferry from Prince Edward Island to Nova Scotia and captivating overnight visits to Boston, Saint John, St. Andrews-by-the-Sea and Kennebunkport. Hotels: Experience the highest standards of comfort and service in perfect locations: city centre in Boston and Charlottetown, and scenic waterfront properties in Kennebunkport, Bar Harbor, Halifax and Ingonish Beach and a tranquil setting at The Fairmont Algonquin.

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A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation.

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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

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Day 1: ARRIVE BOSTON
Welcome to Boston! Upon arrival at Boston international airport, your airport transfer service takes you to your tour hotel. At 6 p.m., gather at the hotel with your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and light buffet.(Welcome Reception)

Day 2: BOSTON - BAR HARBOR
After a brief orientation tour of Boston, travel north through New Hampshire into Maine. Stop to explore Portland and its restored 19th century buildings and historic Old Port. Continue on to Mount Desert Island and the New England seaside village of Bar Harbor, surrounded by Acadia National Park.(Full Breakfast)

Day 3: ACADIA NATIONAL PARK EXCURSION
Take in the beauty of Acadia National Park with its dramatic rocky shoreline, beaver ponds and spectacular views from the top of Cadillac Mountain. Then explore Bar Harbor on your own, enjoying its quaint shops, galleries and superb views, or perhaps take an optional nature cruise. This evening feast on traditional Maine lobster.(Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)

Day 4: BAR HARBOR - SAINT JOHN
As you leave Bar Harbor, travel north across the border into New Brunswick, view the amazing Reversing Falls before continuing to Saint John, Canada’s oldest city overlooking the Bay of Fundy.(Full Breakfast)

Day 5: SAINT JOHN - CHARLOTTETOWN
Stop at the Hopewell Rocks in the Bay of Fundy, revealing the world’s highest, wildest tides, a phenomenal marine wonder. Drive across the modern Confederation Bridge to Charlottetown, capital of Prince Edward Island. This evening, your Tour Director offers you a selection of restaurants for your dining pleasure.(Full Breakfast / Dine Around)

Day 6: PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND SIGHTSEEING
Visit Founders’ Hall, Canada’s Birthplace Pavilion, where you’ll walk through the “Time Travel Tunnel” learning about Canadian history. Then, immerse yourself in local history with a guided walking tour of graceful Charlottetown. Travel up the north shore to the beautiful beaches and broad inlets of Prince Edward Island National Park. Take a guided tour of Green Gables, the farm house that inspired the setting for Lucy Maud Montgomery’s “Anne of Green Gables.” This evening is at your leisure.(Full Breakfast)

Day 7: CHARLOTTETOWN - INGONISH BEACH
Ferry across the Northumberland Strait to Nova Scotia. Travel on to charming Pictou, renowned as the “Birthplace of New Scotland” where the first Scottish immigrants landed in 1773. Continue to Ingonish Beach at the foot of the Cape Breton Highlands. Settle into your hotel, superbly located on a promontory overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. After dinner, learn about the diversity and ecology of Nova Scotia’s coastal and inland habitats at an enlightening slide-show presentation by a naturalist.(Full Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 8: CABOT TRAIL AND CAPE BRETON HIGHLANDS NATIONAL PARK EXCURSION
Enjoy an amazing full-day adventure as you travel the full Cabot Trail, with stunning vistas of rust-coloured cliffs, the deep blue ocean and postcard-perfect fishing harbours. Explore Cape Breton Highlands National Park, an exceptional wilderness area where you may spot moose among the lakes and streams.(Full Breakfast)

Day 9: INGONISH BEACH - HALIFAX
Leave Ingonish and the highlands and travel to Baddeck Bay and tranquil Bras d’Or Lake to visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site where models, photo displays, artifacts and films describe the fascinating life of the great inventor. Continue south to Halifax, Nova Scotia’s lively harbour front capital.(Full Breakfast)

Day 10: HALIFAX SIGHTSEEING
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Halifax including the Public Gardens, waterfront and Spring Garden Road. Learn about the Halifax Explosion and the city’s connection to the Titanic. Visit the Citadel National Historic Site and be swept away by its superb panoramic views. Continue to the picturesque village of Peggy’s Cove. Upon your return to Halifax, perhaps explore the boutiques and restaurants. Tonight, raise a glass to your Maritimes sojourn at a Highlight Dinner.(Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)

Day 11: HALIFAX - ST. ANDREWS-BY-THE-SEA
This morning visit Fort Beausejour National Historic Site, a former important 18th century military outpost. Continue to beautiful St. Andrews-by-the-Sea and your elegant Tudor-style resort. This evening enjoy dinner at one of the resort’s excellent restaurants.(Full Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 12: ST ANDREWS - KENNEBUNKPORT
Returning to the United States, visit Bangor and admire the cityscape, much of it listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Continue on to the delightful coastal resort of Kennebunkport, travelling along the scenic Ocean Drive with stunning views of the coastline and great mansions, including the famous Bush family compound. Tonight, say farewell to your new found friends at a Celebration Dinner at your charming inn.(Full Breakfast / Celebration Dinner)

Day 13: KENNEBUNKPORT - DEPART BOSTON
Enjoy more scenic coastline on the way to Salem, home to the infamous Salem Witch Trials. Board a narrated trolley and discover this colourful coastal city, rich in maritime heritage, historic architecture and amazing stories. Your tour ends with a departure transfer to Boston international airport or the tour hotel in Boston for guests extending their stay.(Full Breakfast)

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INCLUDED QUALITY DINING
Enjoy a Welcome Reception with light buffet (WR)2 Highlight Dinners with wine in Bar Harbor and Halifax (HD)A Dine-Around evening with wine in Charlottetown (DA)Enjoy a Celebration Dinner with wine in Kennebunkport (CD)12 Full Breakfasts (FB) and 2 three-course table d’hote Dinners or Buffets (D)

INCLUDED FIRST CLASS SERVICES
Escorted by a professional Tour DirectorHeadsets for all guided visits and walking toursLuxury air-conditioned 40-guest coaches with extra leg room and onboard restroomInsight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterageInsight Traveller Welcome packAirport arrival and departure transfers on Day 1 and Day 13

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Red Hot Deals on Last Minute Travel

Insight Vacations has a few seats available on selected Definite Departures and is offering them at reduced prices. Combine these land prices with Insight's air deals for a great value-for-money holiday package. Plus, further discounts apply!

Please note: To get these special rates, please reference the trip's 'PROMO CODE' at the time of booking.

 

USA & Canada - Expires 31st May

Tour Name Tour Duration Departing Was Now Savings Promo Code
Hawaiian Dreams with Kauai (GOLD) 12 Days 18 Aug $4595 $4135 $460 PPWOW193
Hawaiian Dreams (GOLD 10 Days 18 Aug $3750 $3375 $375 PPWOW194
Hawaiian Dreams with Kauai (GOLD) 12 Days 14 Jul $4595 $4135 $460 PPWOW195
Hawaiian Dreams (GOLD 10 Days 14 Jul $3750 $3375 $375 PPWOW196
Enchanting Canyonlands 07 Days 23 Jun $1975 $1777 $198 PPWOW198
Enchanting Canyonlands 07 Days 14 Jul $1975 $1777 $198 PPWOW199
Enchanting Canyonlands 07 Days 21 Jul $1975 $1777 $198 PPWOW200
Enchanting Canyonlands 07 Days 28 Jul $1975 $1777 $198 PPWOW201
Capitals of Eastern Canada 07 Days 01 Jul $1799 $1619 $180 PPWOW202
Best of Eastern Canada and USA 16 Days 24 Jun $4175 $3757 $418 PPWOW208
Best of Eastern Canada and USA 16 Days 08 Jul $4175 $3757 $418 PPWOW209
Cities of the East Coast (GOLD) 08 Days 23 Jun $2499 $2249 $250 PPWOW210
Cities of the East Coast (GOLD) 08 Days 28 Jul $2499 $2249 $250 PPWOW211
Americas Magnificent National Parks 16 Days 30 Jun $4150 $3735 $415 PPWOW213
Americas Magnificent National Parks 16 Days 14 Jul $4150 $3735 $415 PPWOW214
Americas Magnificent National Parks 16 Days 28 Jul $4150 $3735 $415 PPWOW215
Wonders of the American West 10 Days 14 Jul $2695 $2425 $270 PPWOW217

 

SAVE Up To $600 Per Couple On Select 2012 Insight USA Tours

2012 USA SALE - SAVINGS OF UP TO $600

 

Save up to $300 per person on select 2012 Insight Vacations USA itineraries

 

Tour Name Tour Duration Departing Was Now Saving Promo Code
American Parks Trail 10 May 13, 27 $2525 $2325 $200 12USSALE1
Best of California 9 Jul 20 $2595 $2395 $200 12USSALE2
Best of Eastern Canada & USA 16 May 27 $4175 $3875 $300 12USSALE3
Capitals of Eastern Canada 7 Jul 8 $1799 $1599 $200 12USSALE4
Coastal New England
and Canada’s Maritimes
13 Jun 29,
Jul 13
$3525 $3225 $300 12USSALE5
Enchanting Canyonlands 7 May 19,
Jun 16 & 30,
Jul 21 & 28
$1975 $1775 $200 12USSALE6
Grand Canadian Rockies 13 May 28 $6275 $5975 $300 12USSALE7
Great Western American Adventure 15 Jul 20 $4350 $4050 $300 12USSALE8
Hawaiian Dreams 10 Jun 16 $3750 $3450 $300 12USSALE9
Hawaiian Dreams with Kauai 12 Jun 16 $4595 $4295 $300 12USSALE10
Maritimes Landscapes 8 Jul 2, 16 $2375 $2175 $200 12USSALE11
Southwest Discovery 11 May 11,
Jun 15
$2535 $2335 $200 12USSALE12

 

 

 

Terms and Conditions: Price is in American dollars and is per person, land only, based on double occupancy. For new bookings only made after March 31, 2012 on departures listed above for 2012 travel. Subject to availability. Excludes Early Payment Discount and any other promotional offer. Please note if the booking is made within 45 days from the departure date full Payment will be due at the time of booking. No bookings may be made after June 26th, 2012. Other conditions apply.

SAVE Up To $700 On 2012 Insight Europe Tours

SAVE UP TO $700 ON 2012 INSIGHT EUROPE TOURS

 

AIR-INCLUSIVE DEPARTURE: Save up to $700 per couple on Insight Gold, and $500 per couple on Premium Europe tours.

LAND-ONLY DEPARTURE: Save up to $500 per couple on Insight Gold, and $300 per couple on Premium Europe tours.

BOOKING WINDOW: March 31st - June 28th, 2012
TRAVEL WINDOW: April 15th - October 25th, 2012

 

 

 

Terms and Conditions: Booking and full payment for entire vacation package must be made by June 28, 2012. Offer is valid for new bookings made from March 31, 2012 through June 28, 2012. Travel must begin between April 15, 2012 and October 25, 2012. Offers valid on any airline. Offers not valid to Egypt, Turkey, Morocco, Jordan, Israel, Select Choices, or any tours with train and tours with cruise. Save $700 ($350pp) offer valid only on air-inclusive Insight Gold Europe tours; Save $500 ($250pp) air offer valid only on air-inclusive Premium Europe tours. Normal name change policy applies. Fuel surcharges, taxes and fees are included in quoted rate. Once payment is received, air tickets are non-refundable. Save $500 ($250pp) land offer valid on land-only Insight Gold departures; Save $300 ($150pp) land offer valid on land-only Premium Europe departures only. Offers are combinable with brochure discounts found in our 2012 Premium Europe & Britain brochures except Early Payment Discounts. Offers are not combinable with Hot Deals or each other. Offers may be withdrawn at any time and are subject to availability. Valid for new Scheduled Group bookings subject to promo payment conditions are met. Please call for details. CST No. 20687545-20

SAVE $300 Per Couple On Insight Winter Tours

Save $300 on autumn, winter and spring vacations!

 

BOOKING WINDOW: April 16, 2012 - July 12, 2012
TRAVEL WINDOW: November 1, 2012 - March 31, 2013

 

 

 

 

 

Terms and Conditions: $300 per couple savings ($150 per person) valid when booking and deposit (plus applicable insurance) for vacation package is made by July 12, 2012. Offer valid for new bookings made on Winter Europe brochure vacations from April 16, 2012 through July 12, 2012. Travel must begin between November 1, 2012 and March 31, 2013. Offer not valid to Greece, Egypt, Turkey, Jordan, Israel, Select Choices, and tours with cruise inclusions. Promotion is combinable with brochure discounts found in Insight Vacations’ 2012/13 Winter Europe brochure except Early Payment Discounts. Offer may be withdrawn at any time and subject to availability. Valid for new Scheduled Group bookings subject to promo payment conditions being met. Offer ends July 12, 2012. Please call for details. CST No. 20687545-20

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