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Private Experience Peggy's Cove and Coastal Sites Half-day Tour
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5 hours (approx.)
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Mobile ticket
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Offered in: English
What to Expect
Stop at: Fairview Lawn Cemetery
Halifax’s Connection to the White Star Line TITANIC - Travel from your pickup location to the Fairview Lawn Cemetery (Titanic Graveyard). Halifax has the distinction of having the largest resting place for the victims of the Titanic with three gravesites with the Fairview Lawn Cemetery having 121. The TITANIC struck an iceberg at 11:40 PM (April 14,1912) and sank in about 2 hrs. and 20 minutes with just over 700 survivors. Recovery ships were dispatched from Halifax. Learn some of the personal stories of those laid to rest, including the ‘Unknown Child’ and some of the Band Members who ‘Played on’ ... travel time to site and time at site total about 45min
Stop at: Acadian Maple Products
Travel from Halifax is about 45 min (mix of highway and coastal) from Fairview Lawn Cemetery to the ACADIAN MAPLE STORE. A real taste of 100% Nova Scotia maple syrup and products. Enjoy a hot cup of maple coffee or sample homemade maple fudge and other products or take some home with you ! They also offer apparel and merchandise. Typical time spent here about up to 30 mins. .. note: Acadian Maple Store is closed on certain days during the season .. Sun, Mon, Tues. If this is the case with your tour guide will discuss optional stops(s).
Stop at: Peggy's Cove
Travel time from Acadian Maple Store to Peggy's Cove is about 30 mins. Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia's top destination, rests in a rural community on St. Margaret's Bay's eastern shore. The iconic lighthouse, perched on the rugged Atlantic coast above a lively fishing village, enhances its charm. The most photographed lighthouse in Nova Scotia (if not Canada). A perfect place to grab a quick meal, a lobster roll and enjoy the beauty of the village and coast. Time here is 90 mins
Stop at: Halifax
Return back to Halifax from Peggy’s Cove travel time is about one hour. Guide will entertain with commentary of local history and sights along the way. Drop off to the same location as the pickup point unless otherwise arranged. Note for cruise guests. Return to Halifax Cruise Port is always taken into consideration with tours timed for drop off in most cases, no later than 1 hour before last call (1.5 hrs before ship departure) This allows for any flex time for unforeseen traffic delays; last min port shopping or to board early.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled Water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Knowledgeable Guide
- Grab a bite on the go in Peggy's Cove or optional based on interest of a local sit down meal based on availability/time allowances.
Meeting And Pickup
Pickup Point
Hotel Guests: Meet in the main lobby - Please confirm Hotel Cruise Guests: I will have a BLUE Sign with your name on it and will be in an area that is visible. Pier 20,22 - I will be across from Main Exit Doors.... Pier 23 - I will be across from Main Exit Doors or visible area from exiting the ship.... NEW 2024/2025 - Tendered Guests to Pier 24 which is expected to be a new pickup point for tour guides in that general area.
Meeting Point
Where you'll meet your guide
Cruise Guests: I will have a BLUE Sign with your name on it and will be in an area that is visible. Pier 20,22 - I will be across from Main Exit Doors.... Pier 23 - I will be across from Main Exit Doors or visible area from exiting the ship.
End Point
Where the tour ends
This experience ends at the starting point.
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Unable to accept baby car seats.
- Vehicle is Dodge Grand Caravan - seating up to 6; 1 in front., 2 in middle bucket seats, up to 3 in rear bench seat; note that with oversized /very tall guests, numbers should be reduced for comfort
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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