Grand Expedition.
A week in Nova Scotia. Your car travels in a specialized enclosed carrier, you fly. A week of coastal roads, from the South Shore to the Cape Breton Highlands, in upscale hotels and lodges.
- 7 days6 nights
- 1,350 kmDistance
- 6 to 8 carsGroup
- $16Recommended price
Your car travels in an enclosed carrier, you fly. A week between the South Shore and the Cabot Trail.
- Departure
- Québec City, by plane. Your car travels in an enclosed carrier.
- Departure time
- Morning flight, day 1
- Destination
- Halifax, the South Shore and the Cabot Trail, on Cape Breton Island
- Distance
- About 1,350 km of driving over five days
- Return
- Day 7, early-afternoon flight to Québec City
- Lodging
- Upscale hotels and lodges, six nights in a double room
- Meals
- Six dinners, five lunches and hotel breakfasts
- Group
- 6 to 8 cars
Nova Scotia · 7 days, 6 nights
Day 1 · Québec City – Halifax
- 7:00 a.m.Flight Québec City–Halifax
About 2 hours of flying, direct or with a stop depending on the season's schedule.
- 11:00 a.m.Car handover
Your car is waiting in Halifax, delivered in an enclosed carrier. Convoy briefing and road book.
- 1:00 p.m.Lunch on the waterfront
The Halifax waterfront, free afternoon.
- 7:00 p.m.Welcome dinner
The group meets at the table, an overview of the week.
Day 2 · The South Shore
- 9:00 a.m.Off to Peggy's Cove
About 45 km on Route 333, along St. Margarets Bay.
- 10:00 a.m.Peggy's Cove
The lighthouse and granite rocks, photo stop.
- 12:30 p.m.Lunch in Mahone Bay
The village of three churches, on the bay.
- 3:00 p.m.Lunenburg
The colourful old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- 7:00 p.m.Dinner and night on the South Shore
About 150 km for the day.
Day 3 · On to Cape Breton
- 8:30 a.m.Heading north
The longest driving day, about 430 km and 5 hours of driving.
- 12:30 p.m.Lunch on the way
Venue to be confirmed.
- 2:30 p.m.The Canso Causeway
The gateway to Cape Breton Island.
- 4:30 p.m.Arrival in Baddeck
On the shore of Bras d'Or Lake, the start of the Cabot Trail. Dinner and night.
Day 4 · The Cabot Trail, west side
- 9:00 a.m.The Margaree Valley
Salmon river and rolling roads toward the Gulf.
- 11:00 a.m.Chéticamp
Acadian culture and the gateway to Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
- 12:00 p.m.Climbing the Highlands
The switchbacks above the Gulf and the lookoffs, photo stops.
- 1:30 p.m.Lunch in Pleasant Bay
Venue to be confirmed.
- 5:00 p.m.Arrival in Ingonish
A lodge facing the sea, for two nights. About 210 km for the day.
Day 5 · Ingonish
- 9:00 a.m.Free morning
Beach, hiking, golf or whale watching, optional.
- 2:00 p.m.The Neils Harbour loop
A short coastal loop to the fishing village. About 60 km.
- 7:00 p.m.Gourmet dinner
Wine pairings, or alcohol-free.
Day 6 · Back to Halifax
- 9:00 a.m.Cape Smokey and St. Ann's Bay
Down the east side of the Cabot Trail.
- 12:00 p.m.Lunch in Baddeck
Venue to be confirmed.
- 5:00 p.m.Arrival in Halifax
About 460 km for the day.
- 7:30 p.m.Closing dinner
The group's last dinner and a first look at the week's photos.
Day 7 · Halifax – Québec City
- 9:00 a.m.Cars handed to the carrier
Your car heads home in an enclosed carrier, delivered 3 to 5 days later.
- 1:00 p.m.Flight home
Arrival in Québec City in the late afternoon.
Approximate schedule. The exact schedule and addresses are in the road book, handed out before departure.
Everything is planned. You just drive.
You drop it off in Québec City about a week before departure. It travels in an enclosed trailer, sheltered from weather and from view, and waits for you in Halifax. On the way back, it leaves Halifax on day 7 and is delivered 3 to 5 days later. Specialized carrier and in-transit insurance to be confirmed.
Québec City–Halifax flight on the morning of day 1, return on day 7. About 2 hours of flying, direct or with a stop depending on the season's schedule. Plan one suitcase per person: the car's trunk travels empty.
Late September or early October, when fall colours peak on the Cabot Trail, from late September to mid-October. The roads are calmer than in midsummer.
Five driving days, from 60 to 460 km a day, and a quieter day in Ingonish. Always at a legal pace, in a supported convoy, with photo stops and regular breaks. The Cabot Trail loop alone is 298 km.
A local rental is possible subject to availability, with a contract made directly with the rental company. The package is then adjusted without car transport. Price to be confirmed.
Cancellation, postponement and refund terms, along with insurance requirements for your car, are published with registration, before any payment. Registering your interest commits you to nothing.
Package for two, car transport included
A package for two, car included. The final price follows quotes from carriers, hotels and airlines. You'll be among the first to know.
Price published when registration opens, all mandatory fees included, taxes extra.
Who it's for
Enthusiasts ready for a week on the road outside Québec, two to a car.
Included
- Round-trip transport of your car in an enclosed carrier, between Québec City and Halifax
- Round-trip flights Québec City–Halifax for two, economy class
- Six nights in upscale hotels and lodges, double room
- The program's meals, with wine pairings or alcohol-free
- PSM support: lead car, sweep car, radios and road book
- The photographer during the week and your photos
- The program's visits and activities
Not included
- Fuel
- Extra drinks
- Optional activities, such as whale watching or golf
- Flight upgrades and extra baggage
- Personal travel insurance
Be on the first departure.
List members get the dates, final price and terms before anyone else. No commitment.