Highlights

Peggy’s Cove - Begin your adventurous day with a scenic drive to Peggy’s Cove. Located about an hour from Halifax, Peggy’s Cove is a charming fishing village with much to explore. Among the 160 historic lighthouses in Nova Scotia, Peggy’s Point Lighthouse is the most famous, frequently visited, and photographed. Built over a century ago, it stands tall among massive granite boulders and the powerful waves of the Atlantic Ocean. Spend time exploring the picturesque surroundings before heading to the delightful, active fishing village below, where you’ll find shops, dining options, the William de-Garthe Art Gallery, and more. A visit to Nova Scotia is incomplete without a stop at Peggy’s Cove.
Swissair Flight 111 Memorial - Swissair Flight 111 (SR111/SWR111) was an international passenger flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City to Cointrin Airport in Geneva, Switzerland. The flight was also a codeshare with Delta Air Lines. On September 2, 1998, the McDonnell Douglas MD-11 operating this flight, registration HB-IWF, crashed into the Atlantic Ocean southwest of Halifax Stanfield International Airport at the entrance to St. Margarets Bay, Nova Scotia. The crash site was 8 kilometers (5 miles) from shore, roughly equidistant from the small fishing and tourist communities of Peggy’s Cove and Bayswater, resulting in the loss of all 229 passengers and crew. This tragic event marks the deadliest accident in Swissair’s history and the deadliest involving the McDonnell Douglas MD-11. It is also the second-deadliest aviation accident in Canada, following Arrow Air Flight 1285R.
Queensland Beach - A 40-minute drive from the Memorial leads to stunning views and a popular beach in Nova Scotia. Queensland Beach Provincial Park is located in the South Shore region. Although not large, this supervised beach (July and August) is one of the most popular on the South Shore. The warm air and sand attract large crowds, so dip your feet in the water or draw a picture in the sand. Arrive early on hot days to secure a parking spot.
Mahone Bay - Visit Mahone Bay and snap a photo of the famed three churches, and perhaps explore a few stops. Continue to the Lunenburg Historic District. In 1753, most new immigrants were brought from Halifax to Lunenburg, which was to be the center of the planned settlement. The first to arrive were those who lived in the town of Lunenburg and had farm lots throughout the peninsula, including Mahone Bay. They arrived under the leadership of mariner Ephraim Cook. The settlers on the Lunenburg Peninsula, including present-day Mahone Bay, were foreign Protestants from Germany, Switzerland, and Montbéliard. The village was renowned for shipbuilding in the 18th century. Mahone Bay’s boat-building history begins with the Mi’kmaq, who built birch bark canoes. The British initiated the first industrial production of ships, establishing sawmills to produce lumber for shipbuilding.
Lunenburg - The Old Town of Lunenburg is recognized as both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a National Historic District. Lunenburg is one of the best-preserved colonial settlements in North America. Founded in 1753 and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995, it offers much to all visitors. Historically, Lunenburg’s economy relied on the offshore fishery, and today it hosts Canada’s largest secondary fish-processing plant. The town thrived in the late 1800s, and many of its architectural gems date back to that era. This vibrant fishing village has stunning architecture and a working waterfront that reflect its rich history. Visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, St. John’s Anglican Church, Lunenburg Academy, hop onboard the famous Bluenose schooner, or stroll down the colorful streets to soak in the charm of this UNESCO heritage village.
The Ovens Park - The Ovens Natural Park in Feltzen South is part of the historic site of a Gold Rush over a century ago. “The Ovens Natural Park” is a privately owned 190-acre pristine reserve of coastal forest, located on the Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia along the scenic Lighthouse Route. For hundreds of years, people have been drawn to the incredible beauty, diverse geography, spiritual solace, and fascinating history that make “The Ovens Natural Park” so unique. Every year, park visitors hike the spectacular trails along the cliffs to view the famous sea caves, or “Ovens,” for which the park was named. The Ovens hosts many activities and festivals and offers some of the best family camping on the Nova Scotian coast. The park’s unique geology and dramatic beauty first gained international recognition during the 1861 gold rush at the Ovens.

What's Included

Free time at attractions and monuments
9-hour tour with private car
Narrated driving tour by English-speaking driver
Stops at scenic lookouts for photos
Hotel or cruise terminal pickup and drop-off in Halifax
Complimentary mineral water

What's Not Included

Lunch
Gratuities
Oven Park Entry ticket : Adult 12, Senior 6 , Lunenburg Fisherman Museum, : Adult 14.5, Senior - 12

Location

Peggy's Cove

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