Nova Scotia's South Shore: Uncover Picturesque Coastal Scenery in a Half-Day Tour

Uncover the picturesque coastal scenery of Nova Scotia’s South Shore in a half-day tour. Visit Old Town Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, and Peggy’s Cove for a memorable and unique experience.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lunenburg - Lunenburg is a port town on the South Shore of Nova Scotia, Canada. Founded in 1753, the town was one of the first British attempts to settle Protestants in Nova Scotia in an effort to displace the French colonial Roman Catholic Acadians and indigenous Mi’kmaq. Old Town Lunenburg is one of only two urban communities in North America…
What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - Adults (age 18+) $10.00
  • Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - Seniors (age 60+) $8.00
  • Guests driving to Pier 22 @ 1041 Marginal Rd can park ALL DAY for $10.00 CAD. Very Secure Parking
Additional Information

The Southern coastline of Nova Scotia is acclaimed for its breathtaking ocean views and the globally renowned Old Town Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its distinctive architecture and vibrant waterfront. It’s also the home to the Bluenose II. Your journey continues to Mahone Bay for a snapshot of the Trinity Church’s, followed by a…

Location
1041 Marginal Rd
Marginal Road
Parking lot across from Pier 21 Museum and Pier 22 Cruise Pavilion
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Jlgtaylor4673
Sep 21, 2024
Great way to explore a the South Shore - Excellent tour, we visited Peggy's Cove and quaint fishing villages. Our tour guide Paul was very prompt, informative and professional. He communicated well prior to our tour with clear simple instructions. He kept us ahed of the crowded tour buses. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND this tour.
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Virginia2002
Sep 15, 2024
Wonderful Tour & Excellent Guide - We did the 6 hour tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore tour & totally enjoyed it. Plus we learned a lot of history about the area. Our tour included stops at Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Mahone Bay. The 3 of us were on a cruise ship. We were met by Paul, our guide, at the port & were back in plenty of time before our ship was to depart. There were about 7 others who took the tour. We all had plenty of room in his van. I really recommend this tour.
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Sally_e
Sep 1, 2024
Fabulous day - recommended. - Loved the stops on this tour. It was perfect weather - which no doubt was pre-arranged (🤣😂). Arrangements ran perfectly smoothly as described. Plenty of free time in both Peggy's Cove and Lunenburg.. The small minibus was perfect - we had 7 passengers and so no long wIts to get on/off the bus.
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Ladylinda55
Aug 7, 2024
Semi-private tour to Peggy's Cove & Lunenburg - Seven ladies of a certain age took the Half Day Small Group tour when in Halifax on our Princess Cruise July 30, 2024. I booked this excursion independent of the ship. We made it back to port in plenty of time. Our guide Paul was a good driver, friendly and had plenty of information to share with us. We had stops to admire the views along the way to Lunenburg and back. We had a light lunch at the Salt Shaker Deli where the staff was very friendly and efficient. The best part of the tour was Paul beating the large tour buses to Peggy's Cove so we had time to visit before the crowds. He also played documentary videos during the ride where we learned new information. Before that we were not aware of a coal fire burning in the hull the Titanic prior to hitting the iceberg. Another about how Canada handled the diversion of airline flights in response to the September 11 attacks in 2001 in the U.S. and hosted thousands of passengers who were stranded until U.S. airspace was reopened.
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Cindy_l
Aug 3, 2024
Great tour, great guide - Paul was a wealth of information on the area. He was prompt, organized and nice. We absolutely recommend him!
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Brandi_h
Jun 11, 2024
Fun Tour! - Lot's of fun, our tour guide Paul was super friendly, professional, and was very knowledgeable. Kept us entertained the whole way.
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Princebjb2016
Jun 4, 2024
Charming villages and amazing rocks - The South Shore tour was the final of the 3 tours I did with Paul (also did Annapolis Valley and Historic Halifax). Tour starts with a drive out to Peggy's Cove. Gorgeous rocks on a jurrasic looking shore with a charming small light house. From there went to Lunenburg which is a charming fishing village with many great places to eat and a rich history. Also went through Mahone Bay. Paul fills the day with historical facts and many recommendations. Had around 2 hours in Lunenburg on one's own which allowed time for a great lobster and clam chowder lunch (Salt Shaker) and seeing beautiful churches and homes. Highly recommend Paul McNeil for this tour and his others.
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Rosalba_c
May 5, 2024
The entirety of our... - The entirety of our journey was nothing short of exceptional. Every stop along the way left a lasting impression, each brimming with unforgettable experiences. Paul, our guide, proved to be an invaluable asset, his deep knowledge of Nova Scotia's rich history enhancing every moment. Not only did he offer expert advice on navigating these locales, but he also regaled us with captivating stories, breathing life into the places we visited. It's worth noting that his warmth and friendliness added an extra layer of enjoyment to our excursion.
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Nersa_a
May 5, 2024
Great tour - The tour guide was very accommodating and made the tour a great experience with the knowledge and recommendations
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796clarkr
Jun 11, 2024
Worthwhile 100% - Totally worth it. Our tour guide was amazing. He was pleasant, full of history and stories. Would highly recommend this tour !!!!!!
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From $125
up to 10 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).