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Halifax Harbour Hopper Tour: 55 minutes by land and waterThe Halifax Harbour Hopper is a 55-minute guided tour of Halifax aboard a renovated amphibious vehicle that travels on both land and water. You'll drive past St. Paul's Cathedral, Citadel Hill and Halifax Public Gardens from a seat 10 feet high, then the vehicle splashes into Halifax Harbour for waterfront views and stories of the Halifax Explosion, the Titanic connection and the naval dockyards. A live guide in English narrates throughout.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see Halifax's landmarks and waterfront in a single outing without planning separate land and water routes — the amphibious vehicle and fixed 55-minute schedule handle both in one ride.
Halifax: Annapolis Valley Wine Tour & Lunch at 3 WineriesYou're driven from Halifax to three award-winning wineries in the Annapolis Valley, tasting at each stop and eating lunch with wine included at Luckett Vineyards or a Wolfville restaurant. Transport, all tasting fees, and gratuities are covered, so you arrive back in Halifax with nothing left to arrange.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to taste Nova Scotia's cool-climate wines without driving or planning the route yourself. The afternoon is structured around three tastings and a sit-down lunch, so expect a full outing from pickup to return — that's what makes fitting all three wineries and a meal into one day possible.
Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery tour from HalifaxA guided sightseeing tour from Halifax covering Peggy's Cove, Halifax Citadel and Fairview Lawn Cemetery (the Titanic burial ground), with hotel pickup and drop-off included. The day runs four hours and pairs a scenic drive to Canada's most photographed lighthouse with walking access to a 1745 fortress and a narrated pass of downtown landmarks including Pier 21 and the Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market. Your guide provides commentary throughout and the tour ends back at your hotel.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guide-led route that combines Peggy's Cove Lighthouse, Citadel Hill, and the Titanic cemetery in one morning, with hotel pickup and drop-off in downtown Halifax.
Halifax: Peggy's Cove & Lunenburg Small Group TourYou're picked up from your Halifax hotel and driven to Peggy's Cove lighthouse, where you climb the rocks and explore the fishing village at your own pace. The route includes Mahone Bay's three churches, the Bay of Fundy shoreline, and Lunenburg's UNESCO village with options to walk, eat, sail the Bluenose, or taste local wine. Sam adjusts the day based on what you want to do, and you're back in Halifax by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Nova Scotia's most famous coastal spots without renting a car or planning the route yourself—the small group size and flexible schedule mean you're not locked into a rigid itinerary, which is what makes it possible to actually enjoy each place instead of rushing through it.
Peggy's Cove & Halifax Tour: Lighthouse & Titanic SitesA five-hour guided tour of Halifax and Peggy's Cove combines the city's historic port with Canada's most famous lighthouse. Starting from Pier 21—where over a million immigrants arrived and 500,000 departed during WWII—the tour visits St. Paul's Church, the oldest Anglican church in Canada; Fort Needham Hill, a memorial to the 1917 Halifax Explosion; Fairview Lawn Cemetery, where Titanic victims are buried; and the Halifax Public Gardens. A live guide in English, French, German or Japanese narrates the route, and hotel pickup is included.Is it for me?Book this if you want Halifax's immigration and disaster history plus Peggy's Cove's coastal views in one outing, rather than piecing together separate city and coastal tours.
Peggy’s Cove & Titanic Cemetery: Half Day Tour from HalifaxYou’ll breathe in Atlantic air at Peggy’s Cove, wander among colorful boats and weathered rocks, then hear real Titanic stories at Fairview Lawn Cemetery. With a local guide and small group pace, there’s room for quiet moments — plus pickup and comfy transport make it easy to just take it all in.
Halifax: Peggy's Cove Lighthouse & Lunenburg UNESCO TourYou drive from Halifax to the colonial streets of Lunenburg for 2.5 hours of exploring and lunch, then continue to Peggy's Cove lighthouse for an hour of photos and village browsing. The guide provides commentary both ways, the vehicle is air-conditioned, and you are back in Halifax by evening. Minimum four people per tour, so book early if your group is small.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in or visiting Halifax who want to see two major Nova Scotia landmarks in one day without renting a car or planning the route themselves. Expect a full day out — the drive time is what makes fitting both Lunenburg and Peggy's Cove possible, and the small group size keeps the pace relaxed.
Peggy's Cove tour from Halifax: Guided scenic experienceA 3.5-hour guided tour from Halifax to Peggy's Cove, the fishing village famous for its lighthouse and rocky shoreline, includes hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, a live English-speaking guide, and an hour to explore the village and coast on your own. Bottled water is provided throughout the tour. Children from age 1 are welcome, and the pace suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guide narrating the drive in English—you'll hear the commentary live rather than through a headset, and spend your exploration time freely at the lighthouse without a structured itinerary.
Sea Kayaking in Nova Scotia: Three Sisters paddleSea kayaking in Cape Chignecto Wilderness Park near Advocate Harbour, Nova Scotia, where you paddle around the Three Sisters rock spires, through a natural arch, and past red cliffs carved with lava tubes and holes-in-the-rock. A certified guide leads the paddle (1.5 hours each way with a home-made picnic between), and all kayaks are doubles—single paddlers pair with a guide or another guest. Minimum age is 10; weight limit 240 lb, height limit 6'4".Is it for me?You'll drive yourself to Advocate Harbour and then to the launch at Spicer's Cove, so this works best if you have a car or can arrange one—the outfitter can't provide transport to the beach. If you're staying elsewhere on the Bay of Fundy (Hopewell Rocks, the Annapolis Valley), factor in the drive time before booking, since the location is 3+ hours away from those areas.
Halifax Electric Bike Tour: Citadel, Gardens & BoardwalkA 3-hour guided electric bike tour of Halifax covers the Citadel, Public Gardens, Point Pleasant Park and the Boardwalk with a local guide who shares the city's Mi'kmaq, African Nova Scotian, Acadian and British heritage. Electric-assist bikes let riders of any fitness level handle hills and longer distances comfortably. The tour includes a guide, helmet, water and audio earpieces so you hear clearly while riding; the 10:00 departure catches the noon cannon and changing of the guards at the Citadel.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and delivers commentary through earpieces while you ride, so you hear clearly without shouting over traffic — a setup that works for anyone who wants the story without missing a word.
Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg & Titanic Cemetery: Full-Day Halifax TourA full-day guided tour from Halifax visits Peggy's Cove Lighthouse, the UNESCO World Heritage town of Lunenburg, and Fairview Lawn Cemetery, where over 100 Titanic victims are buried. The tour runs six to seven hours with a small group (max 14 guests), a live English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, bottled water and an air-conditioned vehicle. You explore at your own pace at each stop and choose whether to add a lobster lunch in Lunenburg.Is it for me?You get to spend real time at each stop without rushing or managing logistics yourself—the guide handles the route and timing, the vehicle is comfortable, and you decide how long to linger at Peggy's Cove, walk Lunenburg's streets, or sit in the cemetery.
Historic Halifax Walking Tour: Downtown Sites with Local GuideHistoric Halifax by Foot is a guided walking tour of downtown Halifax covering six major sites—the Old Town Clock, Halifax Citadel, Province House, St. Paul's Church, the Old Burying Ground and Grand Parade—led by a local guide in a small group over 2.5 hours. The tour moves at a comfortable pace with stops for photos and conversation; children from age 2 are welcome, and the guide explains the military and civic history that shaped the city.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the main downtown sites explained by someone who knows the city's story, without spending a full day or arranging transport between stops. The small group size and fixed route mean you move at one pace together, so the history holds together instead of becoming a list of names.
Halifax: Titanic & Explosion History Half-Day TourYou get four to five hours moving through Halifax's two defining tragedies—121 Titanic graves at Fairview Lawn, the 1917 explosion sites and memorials, downtown landmarks like the Citadel and St. Paul's Church, and a stop at Fisherman's Cove. The van holds up to ten people, includes water and WiFi, and pickup is arranged to your location before departure.Is it for me?This tour works for anyone who wants to understand Halifax's two defining tragedies—the Titanic and the 1917 explosion—without arranging transport or navigating between cemeteries and memorials on your own. Small groups and a knowledgeable guide mean you get the stories behind the names, not just the dates.
Cabot Trail: Day Tour from Baddeck with Scenic StopsYou’ll ride Nova Scotia’s Cabot Trail from Baddeck with a local guide, stopping for photo ops at dramatic coastlines and quiet fishing villages. Feel salt air on your face, sample home-style chowder for lunch, and hear stories only locals share. The day leaves you with more than snapshots—it gives you that slow-burn feeling of having really been there.
Halifax: Sunset Yacht Sail with Nova Scotia Wine & CheeseYou’ll set sail from Halifax as golden hour hits, sampling four local Nova Scotia wines paired with cheeses while a friendly crew shares stories (and maybe lets you take the helm). Feel sea breezes on your face as you drift past islands and waterfront homes—the perfect slow evening with new flavors and unexpected laughs.
Kejimkujik Mersey River: 2-Hour Guided Canoe & Kayak TourYou paddle the Mersey River in a guided canoe or kayak for two hours, spotting wildlife and hearing local history while your guide handles the route and timing. Equipment and safety gear are included. The current carries you back downstream, so the return is easier than the push upriver. You're back at Jake's Landing by early afternoon.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to paddle Kejimkujik's most beautiful river without arranging your own boat, gear, or route — the guide handles the pace and the current brings you home.
Halifax Harbour: Yacht Sailing Adventure & Hands-On SailingYou’ll feel Halifax come alive from a new angle as you sail its harbour by wind power. Take the helm or just relax on deck, try Nova Scotia wine onboard, and swap stories with locals as you watch city lights flicker across the water. There’s something honest about being out there — salt air, laughter, maybe a little splash or two.
Zodiac Coastal Tour with Naturalist Guide: LunenburgA 2-hour Zodiac coastal tour departing from Lunenburg's waterfront with a naturalist guide who points out seals, osprey, eagles, herons, mink and deer along the Atlantic coastline. Binoculars and rain ponchos are included; the boat departs from Expedition Nova Scotia, 10 minutes from the UNESCO World Heritage town of Lunenburg.Is it for me?The wharf at Expedition Nova Scotia is a 10-minute drive from Lunenburg, so you don't need a car to reach the tour—a taxi or short ride from town gets you there. If you're staying in the UNESCO area without your own transport, this is how you get out on the water and see the coast the way locals do.
Halifax: Segway City Tour Waterfront, Citadel & Public GardensYou’ll glide through Halifax’s waterfront breeze, pause among centuries-old gravestones, wander lush gardens off your Segway, and catch sweeping views atop Citadel Hill—all with stories from a local guide. Expect laughter, small surprises, and moments where the city feels both familiar and brand new.
Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Mahone Bay & Lunenburg UNESCO TourYou'll spend an hour at Peggy's Cove lighthouse exploring the rocky coast and its maritime history, then move to Lunenburg's UNESCO-designated colonial streets with time for a guided walk through the shipbuilding heritage. Mahone Bay offers three historic churches, local shopping, and a coffee break before returning to Halifax. Your guide handles the driving and provides context for all three stops.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to understand the 250-year history of Nova Scotia's fishing villages and shipbuilding heritage without arranging your own transport and navigation between three separate coastal towns — the guide connects the geology, economics, and architecture that make each place distinct.
