• PEGGY'S COVE & LIGHTHOUSE
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DURATION - 8 Hours 

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This full 8 hour private day trip from Halifax will allow us to visit both picturesque Lunenburg and beautiful Peggy's Cove. Both perfect for artists & photographers, we will make various stops throughout the day to take it all in. We travel to Lunenburg via the hi-way and then work our way back to Peggy's Cove, blending highway & coastal driving enjoying the scenic villages, coastlines and views.

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Founded by German & Swiss Protestant settlers in 1753, much of the town of Lunenburg's architecture predates the 1900's. This makes it one of the most authentic colonial settlements in North America. Lunenburg is truly a walking town and has some hills. Everything is centrally located and just a short distance from one another. Lunenburg is UNESCO World Heritage Site, National Historic District, winner of the Communities in Bloom most beautiful small town in Canada Peggy's Cove is Nova Scotia's most popular tourist attraction. A small rural community located on the eastern shore of St. Margaret's Bay, famous for the Peggy's Point Lighthouse & fishing village founded in 1811. Built in 1915, Peggy’s Point Lighthouse still keeps watch over surging ocean waves and working lobster boats. Wander over giant rocks worn smooth by the sea and share in the view. Make sure you give the Lighthouse a 'hug & kiss' ... it's a tradition ;) Note that Lunenburg is located approx. 1hr 15min from Halifax via highway.

Max seating is six guests  based on typical sized adults/children. The number of passengers would be reduced for over-sized/taller passengers to ensure comfort & accessibility.  See FAQ  for more details.

A Perfect Tour for a Cruise Shore Excursion or Day Trip.  

  • DURATION 8 Hours
  • COST $880 CND; approx. $540 USD,  includes local Tax (15%)   
  • All booking costs are in Canadian Funds.  
  • All tours are PRIVATE which means we do not fill seats.  
  • No other group/persons will be joining your tour. 
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Your Private Tour is flexible based on your interests and wishes.

  • P/U Cruise Ship Port; Hotel or other location
  • Learn local history including events such as the Halifax Explosion of 1917 and Halifax's connection to the Titanic as we make our way to Lunenburg
  • Lunenburg - known for its narrow streets & unique architecture. Wander the old town's distinctive waterfront with its colourful buildings or visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic (additional fee will apply) on the waterfront.
  • Travel through Mahone Bay, a peaceful, tranquil destination with a captivating seafaring past. We will stop for some photos of the 3 Churches from across the bay.
  • Head to Peggy's Cove with iconic Lighthouse and Fishing Village

Other options based on guest interests, time permitting:

  • Swiss Air Memorial Site 
  • Fairview Lawn Cemetery - Titanic Graveyard 
  • Acadian Maple Shop 
  • Citadel Hill (a favorite place to stop for pictures of Halifax City)

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Gratuities are not included and are never expected but always appreciated.

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  • Dodge Grand Caravan
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  • USB Ports for phones/tablets
  • Free WiFi on board
  • Booster seat available upon request *
  • Seating arrangement – up to 6 persons - 1 in the front passenger, 2 in middle bucket seats, up to 3 in the rear bench seat. Max seating based on typical sized adults/children. The number of passengers would be reduced for over-sized/taller passengers to ensure comfort & accessibility.
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  • Please advise of any mobility issues and if a guest has a walker, so I can ensure room the day of the tour.  I don't always have room for folding walkers. (I usually have cleaning suppliers and a cooler onboard)  I have very limited space for storage. But can fold down back seat if only a group of 4. Contact me with any questions at all. Ty 
  • Wheel Chair -  I am generally not able to accommodate wheel chairs or motorized scooters due to available space. Having said that I have accepted some in the past on a case by case bases. Guests must be able to enter and exit the vehicle safely unassisted. This combined with a lower number of guests to accommodate space requirements.  (ie. Room in back or folded down back seat)   Please contact me before booking if this is a request.   Showing up for a tour without advising of a wheel chair or mobility scooter may result in delaying the tour or cancellation     due to lack of space/preparation.
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Lunenburg, Mahone Bay & Peggy’s Cove Day Trip [Itinerary + Tips]

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Here’s Our Experience Driving to Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, and Peggy’s Cove, NS!

Looking to explore parts of Nova Scotia’s South Shore? A day trip to Lunenburg, Mahone Bay and Peggy’s Cove is a great idea! These popular seaside towns/attractions each have their own history and charm – that’s what makes them so popular.

Of course, these places are located outside of Halifax. So, you have the option to hop in a car and drive yourself or hop on a guided tour so that you don’t have to handle navigation and logistics!

We ended up going on a Halifax day trip with our friends who live in the area. Armed with a rental car , we made our own loop itinerary from Halifax and explored each of these places – and more! 

So, here’s our experience visiting historic Lunenburg, cute Mahone Bay, and popular Peggy’s Cove on a day trip itinerary from Halifax. We’ve included everywhere we stopped for food, notable seaside attractions, and more!

Lunenburg & Peggy’s Cove Tours from Halifax

In case you are short on time – or don’t want to drive to Lunenburg and Peggy’s Cove yourself – there are plenty of top-rated tours that will take you to explore these classic places in Nova Scotia!

The nice thing about tours from Halifax is that they are all slightly different to suit different interests. Many East Coast tours offer Lunenburg or Peggy’s Cove – so check out these tour options:

  • Peggy’s Cove/Mahone Bay & Lunenburg Tour
  • Half-Day Small-Group Nova Scotia’s South Shore Tour
  • Peggy’s Cove, Lunenburg, and the Annapolis Valley Day Tour
  • Hidden Gems in Lunenburg Tour
  • Peggy’s Cove Express Tour from Halifax

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Our Lunenburg, Mahone Bay and Peggy’s Cove Experience

Here’s a detailed breakdown of our exact day itinerary from Halifax down the South Shore coast to Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, and Peggy’s Cove.

man with backpack walking along harbour with colourful houses in front.

Our Nova Scotia South Shore day itinerary consisted of (in order):

  • Leaving Halifax
  • Mahone Bay (+Lunch)
  • Driving through Chester
  • White Sails Cafe (Pit Stop)
  • Swiss Air 111 Memorial
  • Peggy’s Cove
  • Returning to Halifax 

We had numerous stops along the way for food, sightseeing, etc. We took Highway 103 out of the city towards Lunenburg, then used Trunk 3 (+ Lighthouse Route) to basically follow the coastline back in the direction of Peggy’s Cove/Halifax.

Driving to Lunenburg 

If you have a car – like we did – the drive to Lunenburg is pretty simple. 

Leaving Halifax past Long Lake Provincial Park, we hopped on Highway 103 heading southwest out of the city towards Lunenburg. The drive is about 50 minutes. You can follow signs off the highway to Northwest Road (324) all the way into town. 

Once you get to Lunenburg, there is street parking on neighbourhood streets a short walk from the waterfront. This is where we parked.

Alternatively, there’s a massive paid parking lot right in the heart of town between the docks and the houses. 

The central parking lot is likely to be very busy with cars and buses during the summer months so just keep that in mind. We cover everything about going from Halifax to Lunenburg here in more detail, if you need!

Visiting Lunenburg 

colourful seafront houses with wooden pier in front with chairs and boat.

As mentioned, our first stop of the day was the town of Lunenburg. Lunenburg is a popular place to visit in Canada because of its historical significance.

It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site because it’s considered “the best surviving example of a planned British colonial settlement in North America”.

Established in 1753, the town is largely unchanged from a layout perspective and features much of the original wooden architecture.

wooden boardwalk with red buoy left and sailing ship in ocean on right.

We just walked around to take in the sights and shops. We started at the waterfront where there are numerous tourism booths promoting various attractions and tours. We actually saw the Bluenose II come in from a sailing tour (which you can book). 

Once it was docked, you could walk onto the upper deck for free – so we did that. It was neat to be on such a prominent part of Canadian history!

tall ship without sails pulling into wooden dock with green shoreline behind.

We wandered along the harbour to the quieter areas where you’ll find an old antique shop with lots of spindrifts for sale. Other attractions, like The Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic , are also down there.

After walking along the harbour, we headed more into the town to have a look at the many shops, cafes, inns and B&Bs, and other historic points of interest. 

turquoise house with sidewalk out front with fish sign hanging on pole above.

Montague Street has many places to eat and drink so be sure to check it out. Our friends like Shipwright Brewing Company but there are quite a few other options as well. You’ll probably find a place that suits your food/drink needs!

Further up the hill (the whole town is essentially a grid system), Lincoln Street has a number of art galleries you can explore. A local cafe, Laughing Whale Coffee Roasters , is also on Lincoln Street. 

woman standing beside street sign on hill with colourful house beside.

At the top of the hill on Fox Street, you can find Hillcrest Cemetery close to the Lunenburg Academy. It’s a beautiful old building – which is apparently haunted – and is worth photographing.

Don’t forget to just wander around and enjoy the wooden buildings, their unique architecture, and the various colours of each of them!

large manor estate house with green shrubs in front and historic plaque embedded into rock.

Oh, and if you need to use the washroom, the Bluenose Public Washroom Lunenburg was clean and convenient close to the waterfront.

Our Extra Tip: From Lunenburg, you can head out of town by car and hike from Hirtle’s Beach to Gaff Point for nice ocean views!

Visiting Mahone Bay

sailboats sitting in harbour with green tall grass in front and grey skies above.

After leaving Lunenburg, we headed up the road/coast for only about 15 minutes (on Trunk 3) to Mahone Bay. 

This is another smaller seaside town with colourful buildings that house shops, cafes, historic inns, and much more. 

colourful shop fronts with paved street in front and grey sky above.

You can also explore the shoreline along Mahone Harbour. Our main purpose for a stop in Mahone Bay was for lunch, so we headed to The Biscuit Eater .

This is a cafe/restaurant and book shop tucked away just a short walk from the main triangle intersection in town. 

small house cafe with white wooden sign in front beside pathway and grass.

We had coffees and juices and biscuit sandwiches – like a BLT or pulled chicken with brie and cranberries – but on a biscuit. They also had a biscuit basket which had spicy jalapeños and creamy slaw. 

Everything we had was really good and the guy serving us was super friendly! 

biscuit sandwich in paper-lined basket with a side of chips on table.

We didn’t go on this visit, but our local friends said that the Tea Brewery is also very good. The Boulangerie La Vendéenne also has good French pastries on the way back to Highway 103 from Mahone Bay.

Driving Between Mahone Bay and Peggy’s Cove

After lunch, we left Mahone Bay and headed for Peggy’s Cove – but took our time meandering along Trunk 3. This road offers a mix of seaside views and dense forest which makes it really pretty. 

paved road seen through interior of a car with water to the right.

About 25 minutes after Mahone Bay we made a point to pass through the tiny town of Chester. It’s a historic seaside village where you can check out the boats in the harbour. After looping down to the water, we drove up on Queen Street through the main area.

This is where you’ll find galleries, a tavern, cafes – like The Kiwi Cafe – and gift shops.

After Chester, it was another 50 minutes to our next stop – White Sails Bakery & Deli (Address: 12930 Peggys Cove Rd, Tantallon, NS B3Z 2K4). 

We’d suggest driving Trunk 3 all the way there. This way, you can get ocean views (and can even stop at a beach or two) around St. Margaret’s Bay. We especially loved the part of the drive around Queensland Beach Nova Scotia .

red bakery building in distance with sugar coated donut held in hand in front.

At the bakery, they have delicious sweets on the left and a massive menu board for savoury lunch items on the right. As this was a “sweets” stop, we got things like chocolate chip cookies, a Chocolate Skor Bar, and a cinnamon sugar donut for takeaway. 

If you’re not in a rush, they have picnic tables to sit down by the water – in case you want this to be a longer stop. 

They also have a deli as well so they do things like smoked meat sandwiches. White Sails is directly off the road (Peggy’s Cove Road) making it an easy stop.

After this stop, you’ll already be on Peggy’s Cove Rd, which is part of the famous Lighthouse Route, and can head south towards Peggy’s Cove!

Swissair 111 Memorial Site

Address: 8250 NS-333, Indian Harbour, NS B3Z 3R5

rock memorial area cut out of rocky shore with grey skies above.

Before we got to Peggy’s Cove, we made a stop just up the road at the Swissair Flight 111 Memorial Site .

On September 2, 1998, Swissair flight 111 crashed into the ocean about 8 kilometres offshore. With no survivors, the multi-nation recovery effort that followed impacted Halifax (and the surrounding area) profoundly. 

group of people walking rocky guided trail through green shrubs with grey sky above.

Now, you can visit a rock monument that remembers those who died and the efforts that followed. The memorial site is reachable after a short walk on a trail along the rocky, barren coastline.

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There’s a small parking lot making it easy to stop and there are various bits of information to read along the way.

On a clear day, you can see out to sea and easily see Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse. Unfortunately, it was foggy the day we visited so we didn’t get that experience!

Visiting Peggy’s Cove

white lighthouse with people standing at the base with large rocks around and grey sky above.

If you drive another 5 minutes down the road, you’re basically at Peggy’s Cove and the location of the famous Lighthouse. 

When you arrive, there are actually two parking lots: one near the visitor centre and another very close to the actual Lighthouse. We cover all of this in our specific guide on going from Halifax to Peggy’s Cove .

We chose the first parking lot so that we could walk through the small village of Peggy’s Cove before reaching the coastline to see the Lighthouse. 

wooden boardwalk with lighthouse and rocky shoreline in distance behind.

Up near the Lighthouse, there are large, new wooden boardwalks which are great for accessibility.

There’s also a renewed pathway on the rocky terrain heading towards the lighthouse. This pathway ends, however, and it’s all rough coastline walking (a mix of flat rock, large boulders, and grassy areas) to the Lighthouse. 

small fishing village with foggy skies and still water on shallow cove in front.

The rugged area around the coast is basically a free-for-all where you can clamber your way across the coastline (at your own risk). 

The day we visited was quite foggy so we noticed fewer people visiting (for July) – but it was still quite busy. The weather made the area very mysterious and yet very peaceful.

We just walked around taking photos, exploring tide pools and had a sit down on the flat rock taking in the sea air. 

very rocky terrain with a few hikers looking into the distance with misty skies overhead.

You pretty much go anywhere you want – but listen to the posted signs. Dry, white rocks are generally safest but it is very dangerous to get close to the crashing waves of the rocky shoreline.

Keep in Mind: Rocks that look black mean the waves can reach there. It’s definitely a no-go zone. Tourists die there unfortunately and the warning signs make no joke about this saying “you’ll be rewarded with death”. So please, be careful!

As for amenities, there’s a visitor centre with washrooms, some shops, small galleries, and a café/restaurant close to the lighthouse (where the second parking lot is). This is also where you typically find the tour buses parked. 

That’s why we recommend the parking lot further away because you get a sense of the little fishing village and cove on the way.

Peggy’s Cove Insider Trail Tip: Just east of Peggy’s Cove is Polly Cove Hiking Trail . It’s more rugged and less busy than Peggy’s Cove. You get a good view of Peggy’s Cove and Lighthouse from about 500 metres to 1 km away. It’s very open with different paths so you can walk as long or as short as you please! 

Returning to Halifax

After our time at Peggy’s Cove, we hopped back in the car and continued back towards Halifax. We took the same road – now called Prospect Road (333) – all the way back.

It rolls along the south shore past lakes, more rocky shorelines, and forests before spitting you out by Long Lake Provincial Park. From there we headed back towards Downtown via Trunk 3 but you can also easily hop on Highway 102 to drive elsewhere in the city/region!

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Heading to the Canadian East Coast? If you’re planning a Canada trip , check out these other helpful guides on Atlantic Canada and more:

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  • How to Spend One Day in Halifax, NS
  • Where to Stay in Halifax – Accommodations and Areas
  • Packing for a Canada Trip

And there you have it – our experience exploring Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, and Peggy’s Cove on a day trip from Halifax.

It’s definitely best to have a car so that you can move at your own pace and make stops at whatever interests you – but hopping on a guided tour to some of these locations is also a nice way to explore a bit more of Nova Scotia!

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Take a tour on the Bluenose in Lunenburg Nova Scotia

This tour is 6-7 hours. You travel from Halifax to Exit #11 off Highway #103, passing through Blockhouse on our way to Lunenburg . The trip there is about an hour and ten minutes. Once we arrive. Our tour starts with a magnificent view of Old Town Lunenburg, across the harbor from the golf course. If you did not see it, here is great article from National Geographic Traveler magazine from June 2013, a picture of Lunenburg was on the cover!

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Did you know that Lunenburg is an UNESCO (UN) World Heritage Designated Site . It is home to the famous Bluenose Schooner , which is on the back of our 10 cent coin, and her Captain, Angus Walters who together, with a well trained crew, won many fishing schooner races in her day. The Nova Scotia Fisheries Museum tells the complete story of Lunenburg’s fishing history, from the glory days in the age of sail until now.

Your driver/tour guide will tell you story’s about camp norway and the section of the berlin wall. you can visit the fisheries museum and stroll the waterfront and the old town as well. lunenburg has a number of churches such as st john‘s church dating back to 1753. old town lunenburg is recognized for its architecture and planning all over the world. the best british colonial town planning in north america. there are wonderful art galleries, small shops of various kinds and folk art, in fact they have folk art festival every year. there are several memorials to see, and an operating blacksmiths shop with a micro rum distillery, producing some great tasting products, and the lunenburg academy is a must see, it was here that students flying drones in the area discovered the foundation of the original british fort..

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The community of Blue Rocks is just down the road from Lunenburg. For many years a small fishing village, then in the 1940’s it was discovered by artists and photographers. Today it still remains a fishing village, as you drive around the area you will see why it is so popular with tourists. From Blue Rocks we travel around Second Peninsula towards Mahone Bay.

Founded in 1754 and settled by mostly german people, mahone bay residents over the years included pirates, privateers, military captains, and rum runners, to name a few. for the past few decades, tourism and small business has been the mainstay of the town. famous for its three churches, plenty of activities for young and old, a harbor full of pleasure craft, and lots of unique shops. stop, enjoy the fresh air and take a stroll., from mahone bay we travel through some small communities, and pass by oak island , believed by many to have a treasure buried there. since 1795 treasure seekers from near and far have tried and failed to find anything of value. six men have lost their lives searching, and the story told is that a seventh man will die before the treasure is found., the town of chester is your next stop. a charming town founded in 1759, has an interesting history and some beautiful homes and waterfront. your driver/tour guide will show you around and as you drive through the town you will see why it is not only a nice place to visit, but why it has become a retirement community for many people., the aspotogan peninsula separates mahone bay from st. margarets bay . there are spectacular water views, beeches, and fishing communities throughout for you to see. you will have plenty of chances to stop for pictures and stroll the beaches if you wish. we proceed through, the communities of hubbards and queensland, where one of our finest beaches in this area, is located. as we travel along the head of st. margarets bay towards halifax, stops in the city are possible., once in halifax, as long as time permits, your driver/tour guide can take you to your choice of the art gallery of nova scotia , alexander keiths brewery , or the museum of natural history . the maritime museum is less than 10 minute walk along the harbour boardwalk to the new seaport farmers market and pier 21 is almost next door., other stops on this tour will include trot in time (old fashioned horse drawn buggy ride through lunenburg) and the southwestern railway museum..

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Lunenburg + Mahone Bay + Aspontogan Peninsula Tour Price

$75 CAD per hour / per vehicle (taxes included) (4 Passenger Sedan)

$75 CAD per hour / per vehicle (taxes included) (6 Passenger Minivan)

$150 CAD per hour / per vehicle (taxes included) (8 Passenger Stretch Limo)

*These are the maximum number of passengers that each vehicle can accommodate legally. Comfort level depends on the number and size of passengers traveling in each vehicle. For the viewing pleasure of our guests and to ensure everyone is comfortable, we recommend the following:

Sedan: Up to 3 passengers, everyone has a side window view. Minivan: Up to 5 passengers, everyone has a side window view. SUV: Up to 5 passengers, everyone has a side window view, 6 to 7 passengers if you wish. Stretch Limo: Up to 8 passengers, everyone has a window view.

Do to provincial motor vehicle laws, we cannot take more passengers that each vehicle has seat belts for. Everyone must wear a seat belt and infants and toddlers must be in proper child seats (we do not supply).

Included: Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, Chester, and Aspontogan Peninsula (Minimum 6 Hour Tour). Tour prices does not include meals, museum entrance fees, or buggy rides. Please allow extra time if you wish to stop for a meal, visit a museum or take a buggy ride.

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Cruise Ship Tours: Guests will be picked up at your Cruise Ship pier or where the shuttle buses drop you off at Pier 23. Do not get on any shuttles, or buses. Your driver/tour guide will be waiting at your pier, holding a PINK SIGN with your name on it. If your shop arrives early, tours will not begin before 8am local time, unless prior arrangements have been made with our office. Your hourly rate does not begin until the wheels of your tour vehicle are moving.

Tour Itinerary: Your driver/tour guide will discuss the tour itinerary with the guest in charge, to customize your tour for you. The person whose name appears on the pink sign is considered to be the person in charge of the booked tour.

Large Group and Multi Vehicle Tours: Please disembark your Cruise Ship together, and look for your driver/tour guides, holding a pink sign with the person in charge, name on it. The person in charge of the booked tour will assign seats in the vehicles, and discuss the tour itinerary, any changes in the tour, and stops on the tour, with the driver/tour guides.

Please Note: Guests need to be dressed for the weather as it can sometimes change from one area to the next. If you require any of the following items, please indicate on your booking form, Step-up, Baby and/or toddler seats, if you will be using a walker or wheel chair, and any other consideration or need that we should know about. Please make sure that we have a contact cell number for you and that we can reach you at that number, while in the Port of Halifax.

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When you pass through the security turnstiles area in the promenade of Pier 22, YOU MUST CONTINUE WALKING STRAIGHT, GO DOWN THE RAMP, OUT THE FRONT ENTRANCE AND CROSS THE ROAD WHERE THE LARGE TOUR BUSES ARE TO THE PARKING LOT ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THAT ROAD . We will be there holding pink signs with our customers name on them. If for some reason you cannot find us, please ask a security officer, Port of Halifax Official, or call us at the following numbers and tell us where you are. If you cannot find us, we will come find you. Hopefully you will not encounter any problems finding us.

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1. Peggy's Cove and Lunenburg Tour (small group)

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2. Nova Scotia Day Tour - Visit Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and the Annapolis Valley.

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3. Hidden Gems Tour Lunenburg

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4. Peggy’s Cove/Mahone Bay & Lunenburg

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5. Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore

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6. 2-Hour Zodiac Coastal Tour in Lunenburg

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7. Lunenburg Small Group Express from Halifax + Lobster Roll Lunch

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8. 1 Hour Blue Rocks Excursions from Lunenburg

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Peggy’s Cove & Halifax Historic Tour

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Historic Halifax by Foot

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Private Tour in Halifax by a Luxury Vehicle with Informative Guide

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JFarwell Moonlight Yacht Cruise from Halifax Waterfront

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Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley

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Peggy's Cove Day Trip from Halifax

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Halifax Harbourfront Small Group Food Walking Tour

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Halifax Small Group Walking Tour with Citadel + Maritime Museum

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Halifax Churches, Gardens & Graveyards: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

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  1. Lunenburg Day Trip From Halifax 2024

    Nestled on the shores of the North Atlantic Ocean, the seaside towns of Lunenburg ranks among Nova Scotia's top attractions—with a fishing and boat-building heritage dating back centuries. On this tour, visit traditional and historic Lunenburg in one day with round-trip travel from central Halifax. Delve into the region's rum-running pirate past, discover hidden bays along the craggy ...

  2. Halifax and Lunenburg Tours

    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Lunenburg to Halifax. 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM: Halifax tour. (2:00 hour tour) 4:30 PM (approximate): End of tour. Drop off guests. Anchor Tours will pick you up at your downtown Halifax hotel, cruise ship terminal, or agreed upon meeting point prior to starting the tour. Your tour begins as you depart Halifax at 9:00 AM and travel ...

  3. Lunenburg and Peggy's Cove Tours

    2:30 PM - 3:30 PM: Peggy's Cove. (1:00 hour tour) 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM: Peggy's Cove to Halifax. 4:30 PM (approximate): End of tour. Drop off guests. Anchor Tours will pick you up at your downtown Halifax hotel, cruise ship terminal, or agreed upon meeting point prior to starting the tour. Your tour begins as you depart Halifax at 9:00 AM and ...

  4. Halifax & Lunenburg Tour (small group 1-6 people)

    Halifax & Lunenburg are (2) of the earliest British settlements in Canada. Learn of their importance and influence as Canada defines itself as a nation. The tour begins as you leave Halifax for the Lunenburg UNESCO World Heritage Site, as you are taken back to an era long ago.

  5. Experience Both Lunenburg & Peggy'S Cove

    DURATION - 8 Hours. BOOK YOUR 8 HR Lunenburg and Peggy's Cove TOUR NOW. This full 8 hour private day trip from Halifax will allow us to visit both picturesque Lunenburg and beautiful Peggy's Cove. Both perfect for artists & photographers, we will make various stops throughout the day to take it all in.

  6. Lunenburg and Mahone Bay Tour

    Lunenburg Tour. 4.2. ( 24 verified reviews) View all 2 images. The charming South Shore is filled with the history of fishing, boat building, and rum running. Discover the secrets of this area and see why people keep coming back to this rugged coastline. Free Cancellation Fully refundable when canceled up to 24 hours prior to departure.

  7. 2024 Halifax and Lunenburg Tour

    1. Lunenburg. Stop: 5 hours. Our first destination will be Lunenburg and Mahone Bay. Lunenburg was founded in 1753 and Mahone Bay In 1754 In Mahone the first sight to greet you will be the iconic view of three churches - yes, three - which sit side-by-side along the main waterfront of this picturesque town.

  8. Halifax & Lunenburg Tour (large group 7-14 people)

    Tour begins. 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM : Halifax to Lunenburg 10:30 - 1:00 PM : Lunenburg (2:30 hour tour) 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM : Lunenburg to Halifax 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM : Halifax tour. (2:00 hour tour) Your tour finishes and you are then taken back to your hotel or cruise ship pier in Halifax. Meeting Point + Tour Duration

  9. Lunenburg Day Trip From Halifax

    Hi Marcus H, So very wonderful to hear that you truly enjoyed the Lunenburg & Mahone Bay Bus tour and that Bob, our driver & guide, was able to make your experience that much more special. ... Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax. 100. Historical Tours. from . C$175.00. per adult. JFarwell Adventure Yacht Sailing in the Halifax Harbour. 47. On ...

  10. How to Get From Halifax to Lunenburg [All Options]

    Halifax to Lunenburg by Car: 1 hour 15 minutes driving time from Downtown. Halifax to Lunenburg Tour: Lunenburg Day Tour (w/ Peggy's Cove & More) Halifax to Lunenburg Bus: 1 hour 50 minutes with Maritime Bus. Halifax to Lunenburg by Bike: 100+ kilometres, 6.5+ hours (one way) Table of Contents.

  11. 2024 Lunenburg Tour provided by Bruces Tours

    Travel to Lunenburg via an inland higher speed road for 80 min. Vehicle tour in Lunenburg with several stops for approximately 1 hour. Lunch for 1 hour in Lunenburg (meal cost not included) Travel a coastal road to Mahone Bay then return to Halifax. Lunenburg : The current town was settled in 1753 with German, Swiss, and French immigrants.

  12. From Halifax: Small Group Lunenberg Express Tour

    Allow See Sight Tours to bring you on adventure from Halifax to Lunenburg. There is no better way to take a trip from Halifax to Lunenburg than on the Lunenburg Express From Halifax! ... 17 Halifax Night tours. 18 Halifax Culture & history. 19 Halifax Cemetery tours. 20 Halifax Audio guides. Cities in Canada. 1 Toronto. 2 Montreal. 3 Niagara ...

  13. Lunenburg, Mahone Bay & Peggy's Cove Day Trip [Itinerary + Tips]

    The nice thing about tours from Halifax is that they are all slightly different to suit different interests. Many East Coast tours offer Lunenburg or Peggy's Cove - so check out these tour options: Peggy's Cove/Mahone Bay & Lunenburg Tour; Half-Day Small-Group Nova Scotia's South Shore Tour

  14. Picture Perfect Tours

    Picture Perfect Tours has been proudly providing adventures all year round here in the unceded territories of the Mi'kmaq people since 2015.Based in Kjipuktuk (Halifax), we showcase the best of Nova Scotia & the region by creating unique, world-class experiences for small groups to some of our most iconic coastal destinations and cultural pursuits.

  15. Luneburg, Mahone Bay & Oak Island Tours

    For group tours, we can customize the itinerary to meet your requirements. We want you to have an amazing Nova Scotia experience and we are here to help you! Please feel free to contact us with your needs. Pickup time: 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Tour start time: 9:00 AM 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Halifax to Lunenburg 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM: Lunenburg (2:30 hour stay)

  16. Lunenburg

    Tour #4 - Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, and Aspontogan Peninsula. Tour #4 -. Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, and Aspontogan Peninsula. This tour is 6-7 hours. You travel from Halifax to Exit #11 off Highway #103, passing through Blockhouse on our way to Lunenburg. The trip there is about an hour and ten minutes. Once we arrive.

  17. THE 5 BEST Lunenburg Tours & Excursions for 2024 (with Prices)

    Nova Scotia Day Tour - Visit Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and the Annapolis Valley. 2. Peggy's Cove and Lunenburg Tour (small group) 3. Peggy's Cove/Mahone Bay & Lunenburg. 4. Hidden Gems Tour Lunenburg. 5. Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore.

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  19. ANCHOR TOURS

    Located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Anchor Tours provides guided sight seeing tours and cruise ship excursions, by motor vehicle, to popular locations such as Halifax, Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, Oak Island, Mahone Bay, Annapolis Valley, and The Bay of Fundy. For a more private and personal Nova Scotia experience, we specialize in tours that are smaller in size with low passenger counts.