11 days in Halifax & New Brunswick Itinerary

The largest city on Canada's eastern coastline, Halifax boast a rich maritime history and occupies a strategically important location with one of the world's greatest natural harbors.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Halifax: Peggy's Cove Lighthouse (in Peggy's Cove), Swissair Flight 111 Memorial (in Indian Harbour) and Twelve Acre Hill Gallery (in Seabright). Next up on the itinerary: learn about all things military at Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, take in nature's colorful creations at Halifax Public Gardens, stop by Pearl & Daisy Natural Soap Company, and get to know the fascinating history of Historic Properties.

To find reviews, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Halifax sightseeing app.

Chandigarh, India to Halifax is an approximately 26-hour combination of train and flight. You can also fly. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 9.5 hours traveling from Chandigarh to Halifax. In May in Halifax, expect temperatures between 16°C during the day and 6°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) so you can fly to Saint John.

An important port city on New Brunswick's southeastern coast, Saint John has a long tradition of migration, especially from Ireland.

On the 19th (Fri), hunt for treasures at Saint John City Market, then contemplate the long history of Loyalist House, then steep yourself in history at Carleton Martello Tower, and finally walk around Rockwood Park. On the next day, admire the masterpieces at New Brunswick Museum, then look for gifts at Manchester Shoe Salon, then walk around Irving Nature Park, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Reversing Falls Rapids.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Saint John day trip site.

Getting from Halifax to Saint John by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and bus. May in Saint John sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) early enough to drive to Alma.

Alma is a village in the parish of Alma, Albert County, New Brunswick, Canada. On the 21st (Sun), explore the striking landscape of Fundy National Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the dramatic scenery at Dickson Falls, look for all kinds of wild species at Mary's Point Bird Sanctuary/Shepody National Wildlife area, then admire the majestic nature at Hopewell Rocks, and finally see the interesting displays at Albert County Museum.

For where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Alma online journey planner.

Drive from Saint John to Alma in 1.5 hours. In May in Alma, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 5°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Fredericton.

Fredericton is the capital of the Canadian province of New Brunswick. On the 23rd (Tue), get answers to all your questions at City Hall, admire the masterpieces at Beaverbrook Art Gallery, then contemplate the long history of Legislative Assembly Building, then get curious at Science East, and finally make a trip to Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Fredericton visit planner.

You can drive from Alma to Fredericton in 2.5 hours. In May, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 6°C. You'll have a few hours on the 24th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling home.