A Walk
Through History
Price per person: $16.00
(1 hour) Halifax was founded 250 years ago as a garrison town
for the British Military and many reminders of this time remain. Your guide will provide
insights into the past and present day life of this busy port city as you get an up-close
look at what makes Halifax special. Fishing off Chebucto Head
Price per person: $75.00
(5 hours) Board a specially outfitted Cape Island fishing boat and try your luck at
fishing near the mouth of the Halifax Harbor. Gear and bait will be provided as you jig
for cod and haddock on the shoals off Chebucto Head and Sambro.
Eagle Watch
Price per person: $55.00
(3 ½ hours) The Shubenacadie River, a tidal waterway winding inland, provides the
backdrop as you watch for eagles, hawks, ospreys and other bird life while the trained
guides interpret points of interest on this relaxing and informative tour.
Evangeline Trail and Grand Pre
National Historic Park
Price per person: $59.00
(6 hours) Depart from Halifax via motor coach to travel the Evangeline Trail, the scenic
drive through Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley. At the Grand Pre National Historic
Park, you will learn the dramatic history of the Acadians, French settlers expelled by the
British in 1755 – the ancestors of today’s Louisiana Cajuns. View the waters of
the Fundy, site of the highest tides in the world. At Wolfville, stroll along the crest of
the ancient mud flats or perhaps enjoy a bit of shopping along the town’s main
street.
Halifax and Peggy’s Cove
Price per person: $37.00
(4 hours) Enjoy an informative tour of Halifax with its historic properties, the restored
waterfront reminiscent of the city’s early past, Citadel Hill and the beautiful
public gardens. Travel along the scenic coastal highway to picturesque Peggy’s Cove,
a fishing outpost with brightly colored houses nestled close to the water’s edge. At
your leisure, explore the small village with its many shops and galleries.
Halifax City Tour – A Glimpse of
History
Price per person: $29.00
(3 hours) Travel through streets paved with history as you explore the capital city of
Halifax, founded 250 years ago as a garrison for the British Military. The busy harbor has
served as a highway for explorers and is a vital shipping port today. See the parks and
gardens, Citadel Hill, beautiful historic homes and the restored waterfront reminiscent of
the city’s early past. This informative tour serves as an introduction to the sights
and sounds of Halifax. |
Halifax and
Peggy’s Cove Salmon Bake
Price per person:
$69.00
(5 hours) Enjoy an informative tour of Halifax with its historic properties, the restored
waterfront reminiscent of the city’s early past, Citadel Hill and the beautiful
public gardens. Travel along the scenic coastal highway to picturesque Peggy’s Cove,
a fishing outpost with brightly colored houses nestled close to the water’s edge. At
your leisure, explore the small village with its many shops and galleries before you whet
your appetite for a delicious meal of Atlantic Salmon with all the fixings!
Lunenburg and Mahone Bay
Seaside Welcome
Price per person: $45.00
(6 hours) Visit picturesque Lunenburg with its proud history as a fishing port for the
swift schooners which plied the waters of the North Atlantic. The Lunenburg Fisheries
Museum houses 3 floors of displays relating to the history of fishing from the age of sail
to the modern era. Explore the streets of this charming town with their unique
architecture and many high-quality shops and galleries. In nearby Mahone Bay, sometimes
called the "Birthplace of Yachts", artisans have set an excellent standard in
pottery, pewter and the finest of quilts and clothing items. If you prefer not to shop,
then take a stroll along the shoreline and admire the view before returning to Halifax.
Nova Scotia Lobster Boil
Price per person: $79.00
(6 hours) Enjoy an informative tour of Halifax with its historic properties, the restored
waterfront reminiscent of the city’s early past, Citadel Hill and the beautiful
public gardens. Travel along the scenic coastal highway to picturesque Peggy’s Cove,
a fishing outpost with brightly colored houses nestled close to the water’s edge. At
your leisure, explore the small village with its many shops and galleries before your next
treat – a delicious Lobster meal served picnic-style!
Tidal Bore Rafting
Price per person: $89.00
(5 hours) Experience the tidal bore, the incoming rush of water as the Fundy tides reverse
the flow of the Shubenacadie River, creating an event equal to the Mississippi reversing
its course twice a day. This adventure includes a 2-hour trip by power zodiac as you
witness this impressive natural phenomenon up close! |