Best of Nova Scotia: Full-Day Private Luxury Tour
Description
Experience the best of Nova Scotia on this 8-hour private tour covering the most scenic and historic gems of the region. Begin your journey with a pickup from Halifax and travel along the breathtaking coastline to Peggy’s Cove, home to one of the world’s most famous lighthouses. Enjoy stunning ocean views before heading to the charming town of Mahone Bay, known for its iconic three churches. Next, explore the UNESCO World Heritage town of Lunenburg, where colorful buildings and maritime history await. Continue to Ovens Natural Park, where you’ll walk along scenic coastal trails and explore fascinating sea caves. Returning to Halifax, visit the Titanic Graveyard, the final resting place of over 100 Titanic victims, before enjoying a panoramic drive to Citadel Hill. Travel in comfort with a private vehicle and English-speaking driver, ensuring a seamless experience. Book now for an unforgettable Nova Scotia adventure!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Your 8-hour private tour begins with a pickup from your hotel, the Halifax Cruise Terminal, or any downtown Halifax location. The journey starts with a 1-Hour scenic drive to Peggy’s Cove, where you’ll spend 45 minutes exploring the famous lighthouse, rugged coastline, and charming fishing village.
From there, enjoy a 50-minute drive along the coastline to Mahone Bay, a picturesque town where you’ll stop for 30 minutes to admire the famous three churches and browse local shops.
Next, a 15-minute drive takes you to Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll have 1 hour to explore the waterfront, see the Bluenose II (if in port), and stroll through the colorful historic town.
Continuing the adventure, a 20-minute drive brings you to Ovens Natural Park, where you’ll spend 1 hour walking the scenic coastal trail and exploring the famous sea caves. The entrance tickets are not included in the price and can be paid at the spot. Around 12$ per adult and 8$ for the child.
The return journey to Halifax takes 1 hour and 15 minutes, leading to a 15-minute stop at the Titanic Graveyard, where you’ll learn about Halifax’s role in the Titanic tragedy.
Finally, a 10-minute drive takes you to Citadel Hill, where you’ll enjoy a panoramic city drive before concluding your tour with a drop-off at your original pickup location.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Complimentary pickup and drop-off are available from any location in Halifax City, including hotels, Halifax Cruise Terminal, or a specified address in downtown Halifax. Airport pickup/drop-off can be arranged upon request Our English-speaking driver will meet you at your designated pickup point, holding a sign with your name for easy identification. For cruise passengers, pickup is at the Halifax Cruise Terminal—our driver will be waiting outside the terminal gate at the designated pickup area. If you have any special pickup requests or require assistance, please inform us in advance for a seamless experience.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(3)
We had a great time during this excursion! Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly and willing to show us as much as possible. We saw beautiful landscapes and learned a lot about the story of this area. The drive was very comfortable. It was a great day!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure showing you the best of Nova Scotia. I'm delighted to hear you enjoyed the beautiful scenery, the stories of our region, and the comfortable drive. Your kind words mean a lot, and I truly appreciate you choosing us for your adventure. Wishing you safe travels, and I hope to welcome you back to Nova Scotia again someday!
A nice way to get to see more of Halifax besides the area surrounding the cruise ship terminal. We created our own private trip with the input of Anant our driver and the things we wanted to see. Went to places large buses couldn't go and were able to get closer to attractions to help with our older passengers mobility challenges. We saw a lot in our trip!
Thanks so much for the lovely review! We’re really happy to hear you had a great time exploring Halifax with Anant. It’s always our goal to make the day comfortable and personalized, especially when traveling with guests who may need a bit of extra care getting around. Sounds like you got to see some special spots that big tour buses usually miss — that’s the beauty of a private trip! We truly appreciate you choosing us and hope to see you again sometime. 😊
Our trip was to Peggy’s Cove and several other places. It’s a long drive but the scenery is beautiful with lots of lakes and greenery. Hardly any traffic so no need to worry. Our driver Ahmed was very professional and friendly and he is a very good driver. He was knowledgeable and gave a bit of history on each site. He allowed us enough time at each site and for lunch. Even though we took too much time at some places he never rushed us. He was very patient. He made our trip quite enjoyable.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had a memorable trip to Peggy’s Cove and the surrounding areas. The scenic drive is truly special, and we’re glad you enjoyed the beauty and tranquility of the route. Aamir Ahmed will be so happy to hear your feedback—he takes great pride in providing professional, friendly, and informative service. It’s wonderful to know he made your journey enjoyable and relaxing. We hope to welcome you again for more adventures in Nova Scotia!
