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With Bruce Guthro
 The first two days of your trip are in Halifax where you will enjoy a city tour and a visit to scenic Peggy's Cove. The balance of your first afternoon is at your leisure.
You may wish to continue your discovery of Halifax's seafaring heritage and view artifacts from the Titanic at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, wander Historic Properties, enjoy the waterfront, stroll to Spring Garden Road (the Greenwich Village of the Maritimes) and visit our Victorian Public Gardens.
Then you will travel to Cape Breton Island, world renowned for the breathtaking beauty, briny air, windswept coastline, glorious sunsets and majestic mountain ranges.
Bruce Guthro is an artist who has captivated audiences around the world with his honest, straight-to-the-heart songwriting and live performances that are as engaging and personal as the man himself.
Troubadour and storyteller Bruce's music gets to the heart of the matter and his success can be attributed to his ability to connect with his audience. His songs cross the boundaries of pop, folk and jazz and showcase the vast abilities of the songwriter to put into words, many diverse experiences as though he has lived them all.  Along with his solo career Bruce has also been for the past ten years lead singer for the Scottish super group - Runrig, which has a strong following in Europe and continues to grow internationally.
On top of being a gifted musician Bruce has been seen by national audiences on CBC Television and acting as host of Songwriters Circle. After all his achievements Bruce remains as down-to-earth as when he first appeared on the Canadian music scene, writing truthfully and passionately about the world around him while leaving his audiences wanting more.
"It could be his voice. It could be his lyrics. Or perhaps it's both, but something about Bruce Guthro's songs burrows into your soul and doesn't let go." (Dave Stobbe, reporter - Rocky Mountain Outlook)
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1
Halifax
Fly to Halifax...
Welcome to the beautiful City of Halifax, Nova Scotia. This evening you will enjoy a Welcome Reception where you can mix and mingle with your fellow travelers and meet your Tour Director.
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Day 2
Halifax
 Your day will start with a Tour of Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia. You will view the second largest natural harbour in the world from the Citadel, the hilltop fortress that dominates and defines the city. The summit of what was a precipitous, tree-covered hill was leveled off to build this garrison that has been part of the city since the 18th century. You will see city's landmarks including the famous Old Town Clock, the Victorian Public Gardens and Point Pleasant Park. You will also see the historic harbour area with its restored stone warehouses and old wharf buildings. Your tour of Halifax proper continues at the Fairview Lawn Cemetery, where the Titanic Gravesites are located, the largest burial site of Titanic victims in the world. Then you make your way on a scenic drive to the world famous fishing village of Peggy's Cove. You will be amazed at the transformation of the land on the way to the rugged coastline of St Margaret's Bay.The Peggy's Cove Lighthouse is one of the most photographed in the world; so don't forget your camera!The balance of the day is at your leisure. You may wish to continue your discovery of Halifax's seafaring heritage and view more artifacts from the Titanic at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. The museum also features a special exhibit on the Halifax Harbour Explosion of 1917. Perhaps you'll choose to explore St. Paul's Anglican Church, the oldest building in Halifax (built in 1750), or simply roam the sophisticated shops and art galleries. For a unique perspective of Halifax's skyline, hop aboard the ferry to Dartmouth, for a 10-minute ride across the harbour.That evening join your Tour Director on an Optional Tours an informative and interactive tour of the Alexander Keith's Nova Scotia Brewery, a true Nova Scotia good time. Actors in period costume will lead you back in time as you learn about the beer, the brewery and life in Halifax in 1863. Visit the Stag's Head Tavern where you will listen to toe tapping music, play games and of course sample Keith's fine ale. It's the perfect tour for people of all ages!
After the tour you will enjoy dinner at the Red Stag Tavern.
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Day 3
Halifax to Baddeck
Today you will travel from Halifax to the scenic village of Baddeck on the shores of the Bras d'Or Lakes. On route you will visit the town of Pictou, where the first influx of Scott’s arrived in the new world and Trenton, the home of “Ivy’s Wall”. In Baddeck you will visit the Alexander Graham Bell Museum that houses some of the great inventor's personal effects and documents as well as some of his remarkable inventions. Baddeck is your home for the next two nights.
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 Day 4
Cabot Trail
Today you explore the beautiful Cabot Trail where you will enjoy the headlands and cliffs of Cape Breton Highland National Park. The land is blessed with spectacular scenery, abundant wildlife and a human history that stretch back to the last Ice Age. The park offers many accessible treasures and experiences remarkable in their diversity, beauty, and wonder.
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Day 5
Baddeck-Halifax
Today you will travel back to Halifax, arriving mid afternoon. You will have time to finish your exploration.
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Day 6
Halifax
This morning you will sail the Halifax harbour on a Privateer Ship.
Not sure what a privateer was? Answer, a legal pirate.Then the highlight of your trip, an afternoon and evening with Bruce Guthro. First you will enjoy an Intimate and Private Performance with Bruce then be invited as Special Backstage Guests to this evening Songwriters Circle "sound check".Now you have a choice of going back to the hotel to freshen up or visit the gaming floor of the Nova Scotia Casino. Prizes and gaming package will be made available.
This evening we gather for our three course dinner Dinner and drinks.
You will then be escorted to reserved seats for Songwriters’ Circle hosted by Bruce Guthro. Bruce and three other amazing singer-songwriter guests will be singing their own songs and telling the stories behind them.
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Day 7
Halifax
The trip ends today with you departing on individual schedules with memories of an unforgettable experience. Transfers to Halifax International Airport are provided.
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