Holiday Lights Bus Tour from St John's to Port de Grave

Fifty lit boats and a crab pot Christmas tree on the Port de Grave peninsula

A three-hour guided evening bus tour from St. John's to Port de Grave that takes you to see over fifty boats decorated with holiday lights, the crab pot Christmas tree, and other festive displays along the peninsula. The tour departs from the Legend Tours gift shop downtown, includes a complimentary package of Christmas ornaments, and travels in an air-conditioned coach with a live English-speaking guide. A portion of ticket proceeds supports the Port de Grave Heritage Society.

Step-by-step itinerary

Evening Holiday Lights Bus Tour

• Start at Legend Tours gift shop
• Receive complimentary Christmas ornaments
• Board cozy bus in downtown St. John's
• Travel to Port de Grave peninsula
• Stop at annual boat lighting in harbor
• Visit crab pot Christmas tree
• See over fifty boats with holiday lights
• Capture holiday memories along the way

The experience

The tour leaves downtown St. John's in the evening and heads out to Port de Grave's annual boat lighting celebration. You'll ride in a cozy, air-conditioned bus while the guide points out the illuminated boats in the harbor and takes you to key stops along the peninsula, including the crab pot Christmas tree and other holiday displays. The three-hour route is designed to capture the festive atmosphere without requiring you to navigate or drive yourself.

Before boarding, you receive a complimentary package of Christmas ornaments at the Legend Tours gift shop, a small keepsake from the outing. The tour works for locals and visitors alike, and children from age one are welcome on board. If you have a service animal, it's allowed to travel with you. The pace suits all fitness levels, and if you're traveling with infants or small children, you can bring a pram or stroller.

Every ticket sold includes a donation to the Port de Grave Heritage Society, which maintains the tourism infrastructure and heritage sites you're visiting. This means your booking directly supports the upkeep of the attractions and experiences that make the Peninsula worth the trip.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned bus transportation.
• live English-speaking guide.
• complimentary Christmas ornament package.
• stops at the annual boat lighting, the crab pot Christmas tree, and other festive displays along Port de Grave peninsula.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 16:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (17 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Child (1 to 16 years)

GroupUp to 13

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Legend Tours Ltd

Is this one for you?This is a shared bus tour with a guide, so you sit back and let someone else navigate the route and point out the highlights: ideal if you want to enjoy the lights without driving in the evening or planning which stops to hit. Families with young children appreciate the pram-friendly setup and the fact that kids from age one can come along.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 16 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How many boats will I see lit up on this tour?

Over fifty boats are brilliantly adorned with holiday lights throughout Port de Grave's harbor and along the peninsula, and the guide stops at key viewing locations so you can see them from the bus.

What time does the Holiday Lights Bus Tour depart from St. John's?

The tour is an evening adventure, though the specific departure time is not listed. Contact Legend Tours directly to confirm the exact schedule for your preferred date.

What's included in the ticket price?

The ticket includes transportation in an air-conditioned bus, the three-hour guided tour with a live English-speaking guide, and a complimentary package of Christmas ornaments to take home.

Can I bring my service animal on the bus?

Service animals are allowed to travel with you on the tour.