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7 DAYS

in the Maritimes

Day 1 Day 3
Arrive in Halifax (p312) and stroll the Fortify yourself with a hearty breakfast
cobblestone streets in the Historic before beginning the three-hour drive
Properties, the country’s oldest-surviving to Annapolis Royal (p325). Break up the
waterfront warehouses, where you can journey with lunch and a glass of Nova
shop and stop for brunch. Afterwards, Scotia wine on the patio of one of the
head to the fascinating Maritime Museum many wineries located in Wolfville (p324).
of the Atlantic (p314) to explore the After arriving in Annapolis Royal, spend
collection before discovering courtyards a few hours exploring the Port-Royal
and arched tunnels with Alexander Keith’s National Historic Site (p325). In the
Brewery Tour (www.alexanderkeiths evening, set out for St. George Street and
brewery.com). End the day with dinner at dine at one of the many local restaurants
Chives Canadian Bistro (1537 Barrington there, before hearing some spooky stories
St). If you’re a night owl, carry on to one on the candlelit graveyard tour at the
the bars located along Argyle Street. Fort Anne National Historic Site.

Day 2 Day 4
Pick a picnic lunch at Halifax Seaport Drive to Digby for the three-hour ferry to
Farmers’ Market (p314) – where over 250 Saint John (p322). Afterward, drive down
vendors showcase farm-to-table produce the coast to picturesque Saint Andrew-
and maritime delicacies – before taking by-the-Sea (p329). Grab some lunch by
a day trip to dreamy Peggy’s Cove (p329). the beach and book yourself in for a boat
Walk along the spectacular granite tour around the coast. Whale watching
seashore to Peggy’s Point Lighthouse. here is nothing short of incredible –
On your way back, cool down at Dee Dee’s you might see humpbacks, finbacks,
(110 Peggys Point Rd) for homemade ice minke whales and the North Atlantic
cream, but save some room for dinner with right whale. Also impressive is the
a view at Rhubarb (8650 Peggys Cove Rd). Algonquin Hotel (184 Adolphus St), which
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