Shore Excursions in Atlantic Canada

Some of the best things to do in Halifax, Sydney, Saint John & Charlottetown
The lighthouse at Peggy's Cove Nova Scotia as seen from a distance.

Coastal Drive to Peggy’s Cove

Enjoy a scenic drive along the coastline of Nova Scotia as you head to Peggy’s Cove. An authentic working fishing village, the scenery will charm you as you hear the ocean battering against the granite rocks that line the coast.

Hop On Hop Off City Tour

The Hop on Hop off gives you the flexibility to stay and shop along Spring Garden Road, view the Titanic Gravesites, or see the city from atop Citadel Hill, all while having a guide tell you the tales of the city on an antique Double Decker.

The three churches in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia as seen from a distance.

Iconic Towns of Nova Scotia

See three of the most picturesque towns in Nova Scotia, all in one day! The historic Lunenburg, the quaint Mahone Bay, and the breathtaking Peggy's Cove, all await your arrival.

Burntcoat Head Park photographed with tides out.

Explore the Ocean Floor

Enjoy a trip out to the Bay of Fundy where you will walk along the seabed, learn about the world highest tides, and watch the dramatic tidal changes! Then you are invited to enjoy a picnic style lunch while taking in the sights.

Colourful buildings and homes on Lunenburg's waterfront as seen from the water.

Lovely Lunenburg

Enjoy a scenic drive to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Old Town Lunenburg. See the colourful homes perched a top steep hills, and enjoy the history of the home of the first Bluenose.

Historic Halifax City Tour

Experience the past and present all in one tour. Learn about pirates and princes, innovation and devastation, all while in the comfort of your coach.

The Harbour Hopper Tour cruises the Halifax Harbour past Purdy's Towers.

Harbour Hopper Tour

The Harbour Hopper is THE family friendly tour, perfect for both the young, and the young at heart. You see the sites of Halifax on land, then by sea, without ever leaving your seat!

Best of Halifax Top Ten

See the busiest streets east of Montreal, discover the oasis of the Public Gardens, see Halifax from the top of Citadel Hill, and complete your Halifax Experience with a trip to Peggy's Cove!

Flowers and fountains of Halifax Public Gardens.

Historic Halifax Walking Tour

Walk along the historic Halifax streets, climbing from the shores to the top of Citadel Hill. Enjoy seeing Halifax from a perspective only walking tours can provide.

A pink double decker bus travels its route in Saint John, Nova Scotia.

Hop On Hop Off City Tour

This flexible tour allows freedom to explore the city of Saint John. View the natural wonder of the Saint John River meeting the Bay of Fundy at high tide, or meander through a bustling market to shop for unique finds to member you time by.

One of the original homes of Lucy Maud Montgomery.

Anne of Green Gables and Island Drive

Take in the lovely scenery of the smallest Canadian province, from the historic birthplace of Confederation in Charlottetown, to the the idlic Green Gables on the North Shore.

Anne of Green Gables monument in Cavendish, PEI.

Best of PEI Top Ten

Enjoy panoramic views of Charlottetown, take in the beauty of Green Gables, and marvel at the engineering of the Confederation Bridge. This is easily the best way to see the most of picturesque Prince Edward Island!

Anne & Gilbert: The Musical

Take a stroll through Charlottetown and enjoy an award-winning theatre performance, bringing the famous Anne of Green Gables stories to life in front of your very eyes.

Historic Charlottetown by Double Decker Bus

Get to know the birthplace of confederation in a unique mixed tour. Spend time on an antique Double Decker seeing Charlottetown, and walking through one of the most important places in Canadian federal history.

Historic Charlottetown Walking Tour

Walk along historic cobbled streets as you listen to your guide tell about the histories of Charlottetown. Along the way, discover picture perfect locations,  and local shops, perfect for making memories.

One of many lighthouses on Prince Edward Island.

Lighthouses of PEI

The smallest Canadian province has a lot to offer you on this tour, from beautiful landscapes to the maritime history. Learn about the Island, and about the importance of the lighthouses along it's shores in this half-day tour.

Baddeck & Alexander Graham Bell Museum

Visit the beautiful village of Baddeck, a place truly of the air and seas. Then head over to the Alexander Graham Bell Museum to learn about one of the inventors of the telephone and hydrofoils!

Fotress

Fortress Louisbourg

Take a trip back in time to spend your day in the largest fortified town this side of the Atlantic. Learn about this strategic port's history from the people who lived it.

Cape Breton landscape photographed from the water.

Bucket List of Cape Breton

Take in all that makes this island uniquely Cape Breton on this tour, from the Highland culture and music to the breathtaking mountains and lakes that helped inspire Alexander Graham Bell.

The World’s Largest Fiddle located on the Sydney waterfront next to the Joan Harriss Cruise Pavilion greets visitors as they arrive via cruise ship.

Leisurely Sydney City Tour

Sit back, relax, and enjoy views of Sydney, Nova Scotia, from your coach! Enjoy photo stops, a museum, and learning about the melting pot that is the city of Sydney.

Taste of the Cabot Trail

Take a trip along one of the most scenic drives in North America. Perfect for the person who loves dramatic views, and unique locations, all while staying comfortable on a coach.

Historical Sydney Walking Tour

Take a stroll through historic buildings from Sydney's past, from homes to churches, and see how the American revolution touched this Nova Scotia Town.

The Harbour Hopper Tour cruises the Halifax Harbour past Purdy's Towers.

Harbour Hopper Tour

The Harbour Hopper is THE family friendly tour, perfect for both the young, and the young at heart. You see the sites of Halifax on land, then by sea, without ever leaving your seat!

The lighthouse at Peggy's Cove Nova Scotia as seen from a distance.

Coastal Drive to Peggy’s Cove

Enjoy a scenic drive along the coastline of Nova Scotia as you head to Peggy’s Cove. An authentic working fishing village, the scenery will charm you as you hear the ocean battering against the granite rocks that line the coast.

Colourful buildings and homes on Lunenburg's waterfront as seen from the water.

Lovely Lunenburg

Enjoy a scenic drive to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Old Town Lunenburg. See the colourful homes perched a top steep hills, and enjoy the history of the home of the first Bluenose.

Historic Halifax City Tour

Experience the past and present all in one tour. Learn about pirates and princes, innovation and devastation, all while in the comfort of your coach.

Best of Halifax Top Ten

See the busiest streets east of Montreal, discover the oasis of the Public Gardens, see Halifax from the top of Citadel Hill, and complete your Halifax Experience with a trip to Peggy's Cove!

Burntcoat Head Park photographed with tides out.

Explore the Ocean Floor

Enjoy a trip out to the Bay of Fundy where you will walk along the seabed, learn about the world highest tides, and watch the dramatic tidal changes! Then you are invited to enjoy a picnic style lunch while taking in the sights

Hop On Hop Off City Tour

The Hop on Hop off gives you the flexibility to stay and shop along Spring Garden Road, view the Titanic Gravesites, or see the city from atop Citadel Hill, all while having a guide tell you the tales of the city on an antique Double Decker.

Flowers and fountains of Halifax Public Gardens.

Historic Halifax Walking Tour

Walk along the historic Halifax streets, climbing from the shores to the top of Citadel Hill. Enjoy seeing Halifax from a perspective only walking tours can provide.

The three churches in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia as seen from a distance.

Iconic Towns of Nova Scotia

See three of the most picturesque towns in Nova Scotia, all in one day! The historic Lunenburg, the quaint Mahone Bay, and the breathtaking Peggy's Cove, all await your arrival.

Historical Sydney Walking Tour

Take a stroll through historic buildings from Sydney's past, from homes to churches, and see how the American revolution touched this Nova Scotia Town.

The World’s Largest Fiddle located on the Sydney waterfront next to the Joan Harriss Cruise Pavilion greets visitors as they arrive via cruise ship.

Leisurely Sydney City Tour

Sit back, relax, and enjoy views of Sydney, Nova Scotia, from your coach! Enjoy photo stops, a museum, and learning about the melting pot that is the city of Sydney.

Cape Breton landscape photographed from the water.

Bucket List of Cape Breton

Take in all that makes this island uniquely Cape Breton on this tour, from the Highland culture and music to the breathtaking mountains and lakes that helped inspire Alexander Graham Bell.

Fotress

Fortress Louisbourg

Take a trip back in time to spend your day in the largest fortified town this side of the Atlantic. Learn about this strategic port's history from the people who lived it.

Taste of the Cabot Trail

Take a trip along one of the most scenic drives in North America. Perfect for the person who loves dramatic views, and unique locations, all while staying comfortable on a coach.

Baddeck & Alexander Graham Bell Museum

Visit the beautiful village of Baddeck, a place truly of the air and seas. Then head over to the Alexander Graham Bell Museum to learn about one of the inventors of the telephone and hydrofoils!

One of the original homes of Lucy Maud Montgomery.

Anne of Green Gables and Island Drive

Take in the lovely scenery of the smallest Canadian province, from the historic birthplace of Confederation in Charlottetown, to the the idlic Green Gables on the North Shore.

Historic Charlottetown Walking Tour

Walk along historic cobbled streets as you listen to your guide tell about the histories of Charlottetown. Along the way, discover picture perfect locations,  and local shops, perfect for making memories.

One of many lighthouses on Prince Edward Island.

Lighthouses of PEI

The smallest Canadian province has a lot to offer you on this tour, from beautiful landscapes to the maritime history. Learn about the Island, and about the importance of the lighthouses along it's shores in this half-day tour.

Historic Charlottetown by Double Decker Bus

Get to know the birthplace of confederation in a unique mixed tour. Spend time on an antique Double Decker seeing Charlottetown, and walking through one of the most important places in Canadian federal history.

Anne of Green Gables monument in Cavendish, PEI.

Best of PEI Top Ten

Enjoy panoramic views of Charlottetown, take in the beauty of Green Gables, and marvel at the engineering of the Confederation Bridge. This is easily the best way to see the most of picturesque Prince Edward Island!

Anne & Gilbert: The Musical

Take a stroll through Charlottetown and enjoy an award-winning theatre performance, bringing the famous Anne of Green Gables stories to life in front of your very eyes.

A pink double decker bus travels its route in Saint John, Nova Scotia.

Hop On Hop Off City Tour

This flexible tour allows freedom to explore the city of Saint John. View the natural wonder of the Saint John River meeting the Bay of Fundy at high tide, or meander through a bustling market to shop for unique finds to member you time by.

Kind words from past guests

"The tour guide was outstanding, she really knew her stuff and kept the whole trip fun and interesting."

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"Was an excellent way to get to see the city of Halifax and learn the history of the city. Highly recommended."

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"We had a marvellous tour of Halifax Harbour on the tall ship Silva. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable and helpful to everyone on board."

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"The Harbour Hopper was unbelievably fun. My SO and I really enjoyed ourselves, and I was very comfortable even though I was 7 months pregnant."

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"My husband and I did the Wines on the Water tour and it was excellent. All of the crew and service were terrific. I highly recommend this tour to any one who has some time in Halifax."

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"The staff were great, the service was outstanding and the live music just made it all tie together. All in all a great experience!"

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"Love this sailing trip! I went with 3 teenage girls who asked a lot of questions and the staff were happy to share the history and information along the way. Highly recommended."

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"This was a fun and informative intro to Halifax. In addition to the uniqueness of the amphibious transport, our guide was fantastic!! Six stars, if possible."

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