Cape Breton Island

3 Days / 2 Nights - Departs Thursdays
Green route on the map. Click to enlarge.

Cape Breton Island's most famous resident, Alexander Graham Bell, once said, "I have travelled around the globe. I have seen the Canadian and American Rockies, the Andes, the Alps and the Highlands of Scotland, but for simple beauty, Cape Breton outrivals them all." Scottish traditions and Gaelic folklore come alive on this delightful three-day tour.

2008 Guaranteed Departure dates

Value Season: May 29; June 12; and October 16, 2008
Tourist Season: June 26*; July 3, 10, 17, 24*, 31; August 7, 14, 21, 28*; September 4, 11*, 18, 25; October 2*, 9, 2008
*Bilingual English / German tour departures

Highlights

• 5 Meals including 2 Breakfasts, 1 Boxed Lunch and 2 Dinners
• 2 Nights on Cape Breton Island
• Whale Watching Boat Tour (weather permitting)
• World Famous Cabot Trail
• Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
• Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site

Itinerary

Day 1, Thursday: Halifax to Baddeck
Transfer to New Glasgow to meet your Tour Director and board your touring coach. Then proceed to Cape Breton Island - "the Scotland of North America." Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck to marvel at the many accomplishments of this genius. Spend two nights at a charming lakeside resort in the heart of Baddeck. (Dinner)

Day 2, Friday: Cabot Trail touring
(If you prefer not to join us on this day-tour, enjoy a free day at leisure or perhaps play a local golf course.) You're off to experience one of the prettiest drives in North America, the Cabot Trail. Cape Breton Highlands National Park is next, as you wind along this ribbon of highway where the mountains meet the sea. The vistas abound as you travel over the flat-topped mountains. During your journey, enjoy a whale watching boat tour (weather permitting). Tonight there is a "Farewell" dinner. (Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3, Saturday: Baddeck - Halifax
The Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site awaits you. This reconstruction recreates one-fifth of the town of 1744 - words will not do justice to the scope of this tribute to New France. Roam the streets talking with some of the costumed guides who remain in character, or sample the sustenance of the era. Your tour continues along the shores of Bras d’Or to the mainland. The tour ends upon arrival at a downtown Halifax hotel. (Breakfast)
***Please note: Guests traveling on early morning flights may be dropped off at the Hilton Garden Inn – Halifax Airport. Please request this option at time of booking. The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to the airport.

Price

Prices shown are per person based on occupancy category and are exclusive of taxes.



CAD$ plus taxes	Twin/Double	Triple	Quad	Single
Value Season: May 29; June 12; and October 16, 2008	$771	$745	$727	$894
Tourist Season: June 26; July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; August 7, 14, 21, 28; September 4, 11, 18, 25; and October 2, 9, 2008	$806	$762	$745	$938

Call Ambassatours Gray Line toll free at 1 800 565-7173 or email us for more information and assistance.

Tour Options

We can also make all your flight and accommodation arrangements for your pre and post tour needs.

Optional Activities

Ask us about including one or more of the following optional activities to your tour:



Keith's Brewery Tour Halifax Harbour Cruise Gray Line Sightseeing Tours

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Maritime Museum of the Atlantic Art Gallery of Nova Scotia Pier 21

Sea Kayaking Golf in Cape Breton or Prince Edward Island Dinner Theatre