Coastal charm exudes from the provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island that comprise the Maritimes in eastern Canada. Picture perfect villages, a wealth of nautical history, rugged coastal scenery and rolling landscapes make this a very popular region for visitors.
Though not an island, Nova Scotia extends away from mainland Canada such that it is almost entirely surrounded by water and boasts over 120 accessible beaches. Settled in turn by the French and English, you can’t help feeling that the Scottish ancestry is most prevalent – the name itself meaning ‘New Scotland’.
The gateway to the Maritime provinces, New Brunswick has a long coastline, but differs from both Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island as it is largely sheltered from the climatic impact of the Atlantic Ocean. The forested interior is cut through by fast flowing rivers and deep valleys.
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Trip ideas
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Atlantic Coastal Quest
Canada Self DriveExperience the best of Atlantic Canada on an all-encompassing self-drive trip incorporating all four of the regions provinces.
From £2668 Excluding Flights
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Cape Breton Explorer
Canada Self DriveThis week-long self-drive holiday takes in the highlights of Nova Scotia, from the historical splendour of Halifax to the stunning scenery of the Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
From £875 Excluding Flights
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Maritimes Explorer
Canada Self DriveEmbrace the beauty of the Maritimes on this comprehensive self drive itinerary visiting the Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick.
From £2210 Excluding Flights
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Trans Canada Rail Adventure
Canada Independent RailTake an unforgettable rail journey across Canada from the Atlantic to the Pacific.
From £6285 Excluding Flights
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Atlantic Discovery
Canada Self DriveEnjoy picturesque coastlines, marine wildlife and fresh seafood on a self-drive through the Maritimes.
From £1705 Excluding Flights
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Other Canada regions
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Alberta
Neighbouring British Columbia, Alberta’s western boundary runs through the spectacular Rocky Mountains. With some of the most stunning alpine landscapes within the country, this diverse province also boasts sweeping prairies, rolling farmland, lush forests and beautiful lakes.
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British Columbia
From the rugged Pacific coastline to soaring mountain peaks, via rainforests, lakes and vineyards; British Columbia’s scenic splendour provides the perfect backdrop for a Canadian adventure.
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Manitoba
Located in central Canada, along with Saskatchewan, Manitoba's landscapes are diverse - from the prairie grasslands in the south and west to the east's countless lakes and forests, with a wild north stretching into sub-Arctic tundra.
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Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador make up Canada’s most easterly province, best known for its rugged landscapes, icebergs and abundant marine wildlife. The region also boasts a colourful past influenced by marauding Vikings, indigenous Beothuck Indians, Basque whalers and a strong dose of Irish settlers.
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Ontario
Canada’s second largest province is over one million square miles stretching from the Great Lakes to the frozen shores of Hudson Bay. Much of the north is relatively inaccessible and sparsely populated, in contrast to the south with its fertile lands, home to Toronto and the famous Niagara Falls.
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Quebec
French-speaking Québec is a vast province renowned for its thriving culture, cuisine and entertainment. Venture into thick forests for the chance to see black bears and moose, while the mighty St Lawrence River offers exceptional whale watching.
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Yukon and the Northwest Territories
The Yukon and the Northwest Territories form Canada's wild frontier, with rugged landscapes, immense wilderness and a colourful history of Inuits, traders and gold prospectors.
