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Halifax waterfront heritage district

Atlantic Heritage Trail

An immersive seven-day journey through the maritime provinces. Visit Halifax's historic waterfront, explore Saint John's preserved Victorian architecture, and discover Charlottetown's role in Confederation.

Includes guided walking tours, museum access, heritage meals at historic establishments, and accommodation in characterful properties.

$1,249 CAD per person

Duration: 7 days | Group size: 8-16 participants

St Lawrence River historic route

St. Lawrence Passage

Follow the great river from Montreal through Quebec City, tracing the route that built New France. This five-day experience combines urban exploration with understanding of how geography shaped colonial settlement.

Includes bilingual guides, heritage site access, traditional cuisine experiences, and insights into both French and English maritime traditions.

$987 CAD per person

Duration: 5 days | Group size: 6-14 participants

Pacific coast harbour with mountains in background

Pacific Gateway Discovery

Experience the distinct maritime heritage of Canada's west coast. From Victoria's Inner Harbour, where the Empress Hotel has welcomed travellers since 1908, to Vancouver's Gastown, where the gold rush transformed a modest settlement into a major port.

This six-day tour explores how Pacific trade routes, Asian immigration, and the railway's arrival shaped coastal British Columbia into the unique cultural crossroads it remains today.

$1,145 CAD per person

Duration: 6 days | Group size: 8-14 participants

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Complete Canadian Ports

Our comprehensive journey spans coast to coast, connecting Atlantic and Pacific maritime traditions. Fourteen days exploring Halifax, Quebec City, Montreal, Victoria, and Vancouver with connecting travel and curated experiences throughout.

The definitive Canadian maritime heritage experience for those seeking thorough understanding of how ports shaped national identity.

$2,495 CAD per person

Duration: 14 days | Group size: 10-18 participants

Private Custom Tour

Design your own heritage experience with our specialists. Whether focusing on a single city in depth, tracing family immigration history, or exploring specific themes like shipbuilding or lighthouse heritage, we craft personalised itineraries.

Includes dedicated guide, flexible scheduling, and customised content reflecting your specific interests and research goals.

From $1,875 CAD for up to 4 guests

Duration: Variable | Private groups only

Group Educational Tour

Designed for schools, universities, and educational organisations. Curriculum-aligned content, pre-visit materials, and post-tour resources support deeper learning. Available for all destinations with modified content for different age groups.

Includes educator consultation, student workbooks, and access to archival materials not available on standard tours.

$745 CAD per student (min. 15)

Duration: 3-7 days | Educational groups

What's Included

All standard tours include these core elements

Guided Experiences

  • ✓ Expert local guides at each destination
  • ✓ Walking tours of historic districts
  • ✓ Museum and heritage site access
  • ✓ Evening lectures and discussions

Practical Support

  • ✓ Accommodation recommendations
  • ✓ Detailed itinerary and maps
  • ✓ Local transportation coordination
  • ✓ Reading list and preparation materials

Cultural Immersion

  • ✓ Heritage dining experiences
  • ✓ Local artisan introductions
  • ✓ Community storyteller sessions
  • ✓ Post-tour resources and connections

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Prices shown are per person based on shared accommodation and group departure. Single supplements and private arrangements available at additional cost. All tours require minimum participant numbers; we will notify you promptly if your selected departure does not reach minimum enrollment. Cancellation and refund policies provided upon booking confirmation. Plateau-path coordinates tour services and is not responsible for the acts or omissions of third-party suppliers.