Top Nova ScotiaTours
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Halifax Explosion Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
CA$11.99Join tour guide Jeff on your smartphone as you discover one of the greatest tragedies in Canadian history. You'll not only see historical sites & landmarks, but hear stories of survival & perseverance during the 1917 Halifax Explosion. You'll see the Memorial Bell Tower, Hydrostone District, learn about the miracle of Ashpan Annie, the adventures of Billy Wells, the ensuing tsunami & much more! GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play. The tour also comes with a location based trivia game. After the commentary plays, look at your device and tap your answer. Keep the professional tour guide experience, ditch the crowded tour groups, tight schedules and high prices. It’s yours! Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route. The number of travelers selected is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers.
✅ Free Cancellation -
Peggy's Cove and Lunenburg- 6 hour Tour
CA$306.04Explore the stunning South Shore of Nova Scotia on a 6-hour private guided tour that highlights two of the region’s most iconic spots: Peggy’s Cove and Lunenburg. Begin with a scenic drive to the famous Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse, where you can capture impressive photos and experience the charming village. Journey through picturesque landscapes to Lunenburg, home to St. John’s Anglican Church, known for its architectural beauty. Enjoy an hour of free time in Old Town Lunenburg, filled with colorful buildings and local shops. This tour offers a perfect blend of coastal beauty, maritime history, and cultural exploration. 6-hour private guided tour from Halifax, ideal for cruise guests Scenic drive to Peggy’s Cove with stops for photos and local insights Visit historical sites including St. John’s Anglican Church in Lunenburg Free time to explore Lunenburg’s vibrant Old Town and waterfront restaurants
⏳ 6 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Halifax by Operation City Quest
CA$14In this fun Halifax scavenger hunt, players will use an app to find objects in the city, in any order they want, to collect points! They'll also complete challenges for points. Players can see their score on the app's live rankings. All scavenger hunts have a remote host to help along the way. Come explore with us in Halifax.
⏳ 2 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Halifax Waterfront Walking Tour
CA$38The Halifax Waterfront Walking Tour explores how the city’s iconic waterfront has evolved from a historic working harbour into the vibrant heart of Downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia. This guided walking tour blends past and present, revealing the stories that shaped the city and continue to define it today. Along the route, you’ll see a blend of old and new architecture, notable monuments and public art while learning about pivotal moments such as the Halifax Explosion and Halifax’s connection to the Titanic tragedy. Highlights include Cable Wharf and its role in early transatlantic communication, Pier 21 - Canada’s gateway for millions of immigrants and views of Georges Island, a strategic and historic presence in the harbour. Inspired by our company’s roots in guided walking tours nearly 40 years ago, this experience reintroduces a thoughtful, engaging way to explore Halifax - whether you’re visiting for the first time or rediscovering the city you know.
⏳ 1 - 2 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Explore Nova Scotia with Bundled Self Guided Audio Tours
CA$41.99Discover Nova Scotia with 5 immersive, self-guided audio tours—4 walking and 1 epic scenic drive! Hear 125+ GPS-triggered stories on your smartphone: no schedules, no crowds, no pressure! WALKING: Halifax: Explore the vibrant Boardwalk & Seaport, Churches, Gardens, Graveyards, and the powerful story of the 1917 Halifax Explosion. Discover rich maritime heritage and a dynamic downtown at your own pace. Sydney: Historic Downtown Sydney. Explore one of the most historic towns in Canada’s Maritimes, once known as the Steel City. DRIVING: Cabot Trail: Explore 50+ Points of Interest as you travel the famous Cabot Trail, a journey along one of the world's most scenic coastal drives! Breathtaking views and charming communities await. Why Choose Self-Guided? Start, pause, or resume any tour anytime—they never expire! The GPS map shows your location and plays audio automatically. Just book, download, and go. One purchase = one device download. Join 25,000+ happy customers across 75+ tours!
✅ Free Cancellation -
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Sydney NS
CA$14.99Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case... murder on the streets of St. John's. Throughout this crime-solving audio adventure, visit each of the 10 mapped locations. You'll have the option to explore the downtown area using the Walking Map or follow a Driving Map on the city's outskirts. Once you choose, the exact starting point will be revealed. *See images for route. Park or stop at each location, listen to the audio story, and put your detective skills to the test by gathering clues and piecing together the evidence. Finally, make your deductions and issue an arrest warrant. Your overall detective skills will be evaluated, culminating in a Case Performance Score to measure your sleuthing prowess. This game is suitable for solo detectives, dynamic duos, or groups of mystery enthusiasts, offering an immersive audio tale filled with intrigue.
⏳ 2 - 3 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
East Cabot Trail Coastal Drive and Cape Breton Highlands
CA$170.7Our Cabot Trail tour stands out for its perfect blend of breathtaking scenery, cultural experiences, and personalized service. Travelers enjoy sweeping coastal views, dramatic highlands, charming fishing villages, and unique stops like lighthouses, beaches, and artisan shops—all with the convenience of guided pickups and a knowledgeable local guide. Whether it’s spotting wildlife, capturing unforgettable photos, or immersing in Cape Breton’s rich heritage, our tour offers an authentic, memorable experience that goes beyond a typical sightseeing drive.
⏳ 6 - 7 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Private Wine Tours from Halifax
CA$342I offer Halifax's only dedicated, wine expert led private wine tour of the Annapolis Valley. Indulge in the incredible wines of Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley. Known for our award-winning sparkling wines and the unique Tidal Bay appellation, the Valley offers an unforgettable tasting experience for every palate. When you book with Wine & Vine, you’ll enjoy a private, customized wine tour tailored to your preferences. I’ll pick you up right at your door, hotel or port, with coffee, so you can relax and enjoy the day. Your tour includes tastings at three Annapolis Valley wineries. One stop is extended for lunch at a winery (note that food is on you, but the options are well worth it). After booking, I'll curate the itinerary to suit your taste preferences best. This tour doesn't just hit the most popular spots - there are hidden gems along the way! Tours are 6 hours, with flexible pick-up and drop-off times. The car is fully stocked with snacks, water and essentials.
⏳ 6 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Explore Halifax with 3 Unique Smartphone Audio Walking Tours
CA$24.99Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore 3 exciting walking tours in Halifax! Over 75 points of interest! Don't just see Halifax, hear what it has to say! -Halifax Boardwalk & Seaport -Halifax Churches, Gardens & Graveyards -Discover the Halifax Explosion of 1917 You do not have to complete all the tours in one day. The tours are yours to use any date or time you like. The tours come with a fun location based trivia game. After the commentary plays, look at your device and tap your answer. See your score as you go! Keep the professional tour guide experience, ditch the crowded tour groups, tight schedules and high prices. GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play! Getting started is easy, just book the tour, download the app and go. The number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers.
✅ Free Cancellation -
Private Peggy’s Cove, Mahone Bay & Lunenburg Tour From Halifax
CA$324.99Experience the best of Nova Scotia’s South Shore on a private, fully customizable coastal adventure. This 6-hour tour takes you from Halifax to the iconic lighthouse at Peggy’s Cove, through the charming seaside town of Mahone Bay, and into the colorful, historic streets of Lunenburg. Along the way, enjoy scenic ocean views, fascinating local stories, and plenty of opportunities to stop for photos and explore at your own pace. Travel in comfort with a dedicated guide, skip the crowds of large group tours, and personalize your experience—including optional time to enjoy fresh local cuisine in Lunenburg. This is the perfect way to see Nova Scotia’s most famous coastal highlights in a relaxed, memorable, and truly personal way.
⏳ 6 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Peggy’s Cove/Mahone Bay & Lunenburg UNESCO HERITAGE SITE.
CA$210Join us as we explore the heritage of the Lighthouse Route and learn the stories behind Peggy’s Cove, Mahone Bay, and Lunenburg, when and why they were settled, the history of the fishery, and the natural history of the Atlantic Coast... Discover the connections between coastline, geology, landscapes, climate, and natural resources that have sustained these communities for some 250 years -- the shipbuilding and fishery: the gold rush of the 1800s: the aquaculture and Christmas tree farming. Learn about the “who-what-when-why-and-where” of settlements by foreign Protestants, the economic contrasts between the in-shore fishery of Peggy’s Cove and the off-shore fishery of Lunenburg, the local architecture, the triumphs and tragedies of wooden ships and iron men. Explore at your own pace or join our complimentary walking tour of Peggy’s Cove and Lunenburg`s UNESCO World Heritage Site.
⏳ 6 - 7 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Halifax Harbourfront Small Group Food Walking Tour
CA$164Eat your way through the beautiful Halifax Harbourfront on our Halifax Harbourfront Food Walking Tour! Your tour will begin with your friendly local guide meeting you outside of the Marriott Harbourfront Hotel. You will begin your food journey with some deliciously fresh oysters. On your way to your next destination you will pass by Waterfront landmarks such as the Halifax ferry terminal as well as the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic along the way. At your second food stop you will receive a creamy seafood chowder. After you have finished your soup, you will head to your next tasty stop for an incredible donair. This unique Halifax wrap is an absolute must-try during your visit. For your last stop, you will have an incredibly fresh and delectable lobster roll. Alongside the roll you will also receive a sweet dessert to round off your food adventure. Take in the waterfront while satisfying your cravings as your tasty tour comes to a close.
⏳ 3 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Guided Highland Village and Baddeck Bus Tour for Cruise Excursion
CA$175Our drivers and guides are all local and highly experienced as we are the tour company in Cape Breton with the longest history (since 1985). Our drivers and guides are all capable of the culture and history of Cape Breton and they will be able to make sure the travelers will gain much more experience than just a day tour. First, you will visit the Highland Village, a living history museum that vividly depicts how the Scots lived from the 1600s to the present day. You will have the opportunity to explore authentic period buildings and learn about the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Scottish settlers through interactive exhibits and demonstrations. Next, you will travel to Baddeck, a charming village known as the home of Alexander Graham Bell. Here, you will discover the fascinating history of the inventor of the telephone and learn about his significant contributions to aviation, including the birthplace of the first powered flight in North America.
✅ Free Cancellation -
Private Guided Tour of Halifax with Visit to Peggy’s Cove
CA$747Experience the Best of Halifax on this exclusive & private 4-hour small-group tour where you will discover the beauty and history of the coastal city of Halifax and nearby Peggy’s Cove on this small-group tour. You’ll have a chance to visit the famous Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse and picturesque Peggy’s Cove fishing village before heading back to Halifax to explore Citadel Hill and enjoy a narrated driving tour of the city.
⏳ 4 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Peggy's Cove, Mohane Bay and Lunenburg 5hrs private tour.
CA$580This is your private & personal Car tour narrated by a driver. Will provide each and tour details on your mobile by pdf itinerary & all historical events. You will be picked up & drop to your suggested location & time with all flexibility to change itinerary.
⏳ 5 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Valley Wine Tour. You will buy your own wine and meals.
CA$239Nova Scotia boasts some of the finest wineries in Canada. Known for its historic maritime climate, culture, fantastic beaches, the Bay of Fundy's record tides now add a great wine to that list. The earliest vines in Nova Scotia were planted around 1610 by Champlain's hard-working band of settlers. It was and still is great to relax to a glass of wine after a hard day's work. Today the wine industry in Nova Scotia has grown to become a proud addition to the province's economy. We will begin our tour with the narration of the areas of our intended sites. Our first visit will be at the Domaine de Grand Pre Winery, where we will spend about two hours exploring this site. We will spend the day investigating the various vineyards where you can take in the beauty and sample their unique offerings. This is a day that is spent outdoors so please dress appropriately for this tour. Walking shoes are ideal. We also offer private tours.
⏳ 6 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Private Port of Sydney-Cape Breton Highlands ATV Excursion
CA$999We have partnered with our friends at the Taxi Tours to offer TWO Sightseeing Tours in one shore excursion PLUS a tasty trailside lunch! TNT's Specialty Side-by-Side/UTV shore excursion for CRUISE from Port of Sydney via Hunter's Mountain to the Cape Breton Highlands with a trailside lunch - times are based on ship schedules. Enjoy TWO exciting tours with a tasty trailside lunch! First, you will hop on a taxi tour directly at dock, Port of Sydney for a scenic ride to the heart of Cape Breton, Hunter's Mountain. You will then explore the backwoods trails in our 6-seater Side-by-Side/UTV with our trustworthy local guide. While climbing through the Highlands and taking in nature's beauty you will have plenty of photo ops and a chance to spot wildlife. It's the perfect way to experience Cape Breton's beauty! Alternate trails will be offered if there are time constraints due to ship's docking schedule, traffic, or unforeseen circumstances.
✅ Free Cancellation -
Peggy’s Cove Small Group Sunset Tour from Halifax
CA$89Experience the Peggy’s Cove Sunset Tour with See Sight Tours—Halifax’s top small-group tour (max 7 guests). Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off as our expert local guide takes you to Peggy’s Cove to witness a stunning sunset by the iconic lighthouse. Then, relax on a narrated drive through downtown Halifax, passing key landmarks like Pier 21 and Point Pleasant Park, all beautifully lit up after dark.
⏳ 4 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Lunenburg Tour
CA$487.5Small vehicle private tour of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. Limited to six guests. Driver is born and raised in Nova Scotia.
⏳ 6 - 7 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Three Sisters Sea Kayaking Day Tour
CA$199Explore the iconic Three Sisters by Sea Kayak! Paddle through the breathtaking landscapes of Cape Chignecto -Wilderness Park, rated Nova Scotia’s top kayaking destination by guidebooks and magazines. This is your chance to experience an incredibly scenic and wild coastline with a knowledgeable, friendly, and fun guide. Launching from the red sands of Spicer’s Cove, you’ll glide along the park’s rugged shoreline as the towering cliffs grow more dramatic with every stroke. Tour Highlights: - Paddle around the famous Three Sisters sea stacks - Discover a natural amphitheater that amplifies your voice - Explore lava tubes and evidence of ancient continental drift - Navigate past a small sea cave and striking red cliffs ️- Witness incredible holes-in-the-rock formations carved by time and tides This adventure combines geology, wildlife, and stunning coastal scenery for a truly unforgettable experience on the Bay of Fundy.
⏳ 6 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Private Experience Peggy's Cove and Coastal Sites Half-day Tour
CA$775Explore the stunning local landmarks from Halifax on your exclusive half day tour (5 hrs) with a local Nova Scotia Professional Guide. You will be kept informed and entertained. Avoid crowds of the tour buses with this small group tour. We linger at stops, ensuring a relaxed exploration, adhering to the schedule for a punctual return. Flexible stops based on time/interests. Learn local history, culture, & key events like our Titanic connection with a visit to Fairview Lawn Cemetery, the largest Titanic victims' resting place. Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia's top destination. The iconic lighthouse, perched on the rugged Atlantic coast above a lively fishing village, enhances its charm. (1 hr from Halifax). The tour is timed with stops before Peggy’s Cove to avoid the tour buses, when possible. As we journey back, revel in the scenic beauty, with highlights of the city of Halifax based on time and routes taken.
⏳ 5 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Halifax's Happy Hour Cruise Ft. a Live Musician
CA$34.35Shake up your typical happy hour on our Halifax Happy Hour Cruise - a 2-hour cruise along the Halifax Harbour and into the scenic Northwest Arm! Enjoy live music, breathtaking views, and great deals on beverages, all for an unbeatable ticket price. Pair your beverages with a selection of onboard snacks including popcorn, hotdogs and sausages - these can be pre-ordered or ordered when you arrive. This a laid-back, good times only cruise makes for the perfect outing for birthdays, staff get-togethers, or a casual night out with friends. Whether you're sipping your favourite drink on deck, soaking in the city skyline, or dancing along to live tunes, this cruise offers a completely different way to experience happy hour in Halifax. Join us aboard, raise a toast, and let the good times sail!
⏳ 2 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Private Shore Excursion UTV/ATV Side-by-Side Trail Tour
CA$1998We have partnered with our friends at the Taxi Tours to offer TWO Sightseeing Tours in one shore excursion PLUS a tasty trailside lunch! TNT's Specialty Side-by-Side/UTV shore excursion for CRUISE from Port of Sydney via Hunter's Mountain to the Cape Breton Highlands with a trailside lunch - times are based on ship schedules. Enjoy TWO exciting tours with a tasty trailside lunch! First, you will hop on a taxi tour directly at dock, Port of Sydney for a scenic ride to the heart of Cape Breton, Hunter's Mountain. You will then explore the backwoods trails in our 6-seater Side-by-Side/UTV with our trustworthy local guide. While climbing through the Highlands and taking in nature's beauty you will have plenty of photo ops and a chance to spot wildlife. It's the perfect way to experience Cape Breton's beauty! Alternate trails will be offered if there are time constraints due to ship's docking schedule, traffic, or unforeseen circumstances.
✅ Free Cancellation -
Peggy's Cove Sunset + Halifax Dinner Small Group Night Tour
CA$224This scenic small-group tour is the perfect way to spend an evening in Halifax. It features a visit to Peggy’s Cove to watch the sunset against the backdrop of the famous lighthouse, dinner at a local restaurant and a narrated driving tour through downtown Halifax. Your tour begins with a scenic, narrated drive to Peggy’s Cove. You will arrive in Peggy’s Cove just in time to watch the sunset with the famous Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse (also known as Peggy’s Point Lighthouse) overlooking the Atlantic Ocean as your backdrop. Afterward, you’ll head to the Sou'wester Restaurant, a local favourite in the area, for dinner. The Sou'wester is known for its fresh, locally-sourced food and casual atmosphere. After dinner your guide will bring you back to downtown Halifax for a scenic, narrated driving tour through the city. You will pass multiple points of interest including the Titanic cemetery (Fairview Lawn Cemetery), Pier 21, Halifax Farmers Market and Point Pleasant Park.
⏳ 4 - 5 hours ✅ Free Cancellation