10 Day Trips from in Halifax That You Shouldn't Miss

Join us as we explore the heritage of the Lighthouse Route and learn the stories behind Peggy’s Cove, Chester, Mahone Bay and Lunenburg, when and why they were settled, the history of the fishery and the natural history of the Atlantic Coast.... Discover the connections between coastline, geology, landscapes, climate and natural resources that have sustained these communities for some 250 years -- the ship building and fishing: the gold rushes of the 1800s: the aquaculture and Christmas tree farming of today. Learn about the “who-what-when-why-and-where” of settlements by foreign Protestants, the economic contrasts between the in-shore fishery of Peggy’s Cove and the off-shore fishery of Lunenburg, the local architecture, the triumphs and tragedies of wooden ships and iron men. Explore at your own pace or join our complimentary walking tour of Peggy’s Cove and Lunenburg`s UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Inclusions: Guide/Driver

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This tour visits 2 unique wineries in the beautiful Annapolis Valley and 1 award winning distillery. Learn about and enjoy our aromatic whites, world class sparkling, cool climate reds and locally produced spirits. Guests will enjoy a bistro style lunch along with a glass of wine/beer or cider. ​ Wineries Visited: We will visit 3 of the following options: Grand Pré, Benjamin Bridge, Planters, L'Acadie, Luckett Vineyards, Barrelling Tide Distillery. Tour Includes: all transportation, a fun and professional wine tour guide, tour and tasting fees at 3 wineries/distilleries and a lunch. ​

Inclusions: Tour and tasting at 3 wineries/distilleries, Bistro style lunch with alcoholic beverage at Luckett Vineyards, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle

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This Tour is NOT just a Wine Tour but also History and Nature Tour. One hour from Halifax is Wolfville and Grand Pre National Historic Site the first stop on Tour. Explore the natural beauty of the Annapolis Valley & Nova Scotia’s Wine Country. You will visit Fox Hill Cheese as well as three Award winning Vineyards including Luckett's, Lightfoot and Wolfville and Planter's Ridge where you can try Nova Scotia's finest wine Tidal Bay. You will also see stunning Views & Vistas of the Bay of Fundy from Blomidon Look-off Provincial Park. We also will visit Halls Harbour to SEA the Highest Tides in the World and a great spot for lunch. Bring your Eagle Eye as we pass Sheffield Mills a large Bald Eagle Nesting area and then your tour will continue traveling into the heart of the Annapolis Valley through a 400-year-old village of Wolfville. Then with your heart filled with wild and wonderful memories sit back and enjoy a relaxing scenic ride back to your waiting cruise vessel or hotel

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, Parking Fees, Alcoholic Beverages, Grand Pre National Historic Site fee (ranges from $7.90 to $20.03 depending on the season), Lunch (sharables cost from $5.00 to $26.00) (soups and salads from $8.00 to $14.00), Guests driving to starting point Pier 22 can park for $10.00 CAD for All Day..Very Secure Parking

The South Shore of Nova Scotia is known for its picturesque coastal scenery and seaside towns. Home to the world-famous Old Town Lunenburg, known for its narrow streets, unique architecture, and colorful waterfront and also UNESCO World Heritage Site and Home to Bluenose II, Mahone Bay and Chester there is a photo op on around every corner. We also can stop at Swiss Air 111 Memorial Site in Bayswater then onto Canada’s most beloved lighthouse at Peggy’s Cove perched upon granite worn smooth by the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean. There is so much more to explore on Nova Scotia’s South Shore, add these must-do adventures to your vacation plans!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - Family $21.00 (2 adults and their children ages 6 – 17) $21.00, Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - Adults (age 18+) $10.00, Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - Youth (ages 6-17) $3.00, Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - Seniors (age 60+) $8.00, Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - Students (post secondary with card) $7.00, Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - Children (5 & under) Free, Guests driving to starting point Pier 22 can park for $10.00 CAD for All Day..Very Secure Parking

The best part of this tour is the down-home hospitality Sam tries to deliver with every ride. There is no real set schedule, so we have a bit more flexibility in how we do things. Sam will help you from the time you first write to the time she hugs you goodbye at the last stop and beyond if you're traveling to anywhere else that she is familiar with. Get to know other travelers and share once in a lifetime experiences along the way.

Inclusions: Air Conditioned Vehicle, Hotel Pickup, Bike Transportation

Exclusions: Lunch

This tour is about Halifax's Remarkable History including Titanic and Halifax Explosion Sites and the Stories and Miracles of these Two Historic Tragedies. Van and Full Size SUV are equipped with a microphone to the speaker system and the Van has a large tablet mounted to roof to show Guests Videos and Photos to enhance your Tour experience so you have a Memorable, Unique Tour of Historic Halifax

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuity, Alcoholic Beverages, Guests driving to starting point Pier 22 can park for $10.00 CAD for All Day..Very Secure Parking

Enjoy a scenic drive to the Annapolis Valley to experience 3 award winning wineries. Sip your way through Nova Scotia wine country and learn about our cool climate wines. Stop one includes a tour/tasting at the first winery. At the second winery enjoy a guided tasting and lunch with wine at Luckett Vineyards, overlooking the beautiful Minas Basin fed by the Bay of Fundy (Luckett Vineyards is only available during May-December). Finally, visit a third winery after lunch for a final guided tasting before heading back to Halifax.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch with a glass of wine, beer or cider for each guest is included plus server gratuities to the restaurant, Tour and tasting fees are included at all 3 of the wineries visited, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Experience all there is to see and do in Halifax by taking part in the Best of Halifax Tour. Led by a local guide, visit most of the area’s top attractions. Check out the view from Peggy's Cove and take the immersive tour through the famous Halifax Citadel National Historic Site. An extensive downtown drive will highlight more of what Halifax has to offer. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included. The Ultimate Halifax Tour includes: • Beautiful scenic drive up to Peggy’s Cove • Free time to explore Peggy’s Cove • An informative tour of Citadel Hill – the tour is guided by a living historical guide • An experienced guide throughout the entire tour to answer questions and point out interesting landmarks • Tour group is limited to seven people which makes the experience more intimate • Complimentary shuttle pick up and drop off from anywhere in downtown Halifax *Please note that adverse winter weather may result in cancellation of the Citadel and/or Peggy's Cove portion of this tour

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional Guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off anywhere in Downtown Halifax

Exclusions: Gratuities

The Bay of Fundy's shape and prevailing ocean currents conspire to create the highest tides in the world. Experience what happens as 3,680 billion cubic feet of water pour in and out of the "funnel" not once but twice each day. Boats and even ocean-going ships can be stranded high and dry. Vast tidal flats are waiting to be explored. That's how Hall's Harbour began in 1779 - as a pirate base for local scalawag Samuel Hall, his native Mi'Kmaq girlfriend and a band of cutthroat Yankee privateers. They would prey on the Planters and Loyalists to the British Crown. Finally, remember that this is a real fishing village, one that takes its living from the sea - not one created to please tourists. The fishermen and other village folk are usually busy with their work, but you'll find that they will often take the time to pass time the with visitors to their community. Why not come and spend some time with us?

Inclusions: English guide

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Nova Scotia boasts some of the finest winery in Canada. Known for its historic maritime culture, fantastic beaches, the Bay of Fundy's record tides now add a great wine to that list. The earliest vines in Nova Scotia were planted in around 1610 by Champlain's hard-working band of settlers. It was and still is great to relax to a glass of wine after a hard day's work. Today the wine industry in Nova Scotia has grown to become a proud addition to the province's economy. We will begin our tour with the narration of the areas of our intended sites. Our first visit will be at the Domaine de Grand Pre Winery, where we will spend about two hours exploring this site. We will spend the day investigating the various vineyards where you can take in the beauty and sample their unique offerings. This is a day that is spent outdoors so please dress appropriately for this tour. Walking shoes are ideal.

Inclusions: Guide is licensed or certified

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