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Peggy’s Cove/Mahone Bay & Lunenburg

Halifax, Canada

6 hours 30 minutes
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Travel along Nova Scotia's Lighthouse Route and discover the history of Canada's Atlantic coast during this full-day excursion from Halifax. Stop at several points of interest including Peggy's Cove, Mahone Bay, Lunenburg, and Chester to see their lighthouses. Your guide also provides commentary about each village's history and traditions that stretch back over 250 years.

Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site—Lunenburg
Hassle-free transfers from select locations
Enjoy free time to explore or join guided walking tours
See more than you would if you explored on your own

What's Included

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Meeting and Pickup

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Start time

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Opening hours

8/18/2019 - 5/16/2025
Monday - Tuesday : 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Wednesday : 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Thursday : 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Friday : 09:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday : 12:00 AM - 12:30 AM
Sunday : 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
8/18/2019 - 5/16/2025
Monday - Tuesday : 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Wednesday : 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Thursday : 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Friday : 09:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday : 12:00 AM - 12:30 AM
Sunday : 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

Cruise ship passengers. We will meet at the Westin Hotel, behind the Train Station. It is about 5 mins walk unless otherwise indicated.

What To Expect

Peggy's Cove

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Lunenburg

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Mahone Bay

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Reviews

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Perfect way to see 3 spectacular places in Halifax

Patricia_S, Oct 2023

We ended up with Mulualem in avan with 2 others. He was a great guide and went out of his way to give us extra experiences. We enjoyed the three places on the tour but a favorite was the tour we got from the pastor of St. John’s Lutheran church on Mahone Bay.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Thank you so much for the positive review. I pray that our paths will cross again in the future. Be Blessed. Thank you.

Our driver was very...

Lee_g, Sep 2023

Our driver was very knowledgeable and made the experience special. He had a tough time given that we were in Halifax just after the flooding which made some of the roads impassable. He still managed to get us to Peggy's Cove.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Thank you so much. We like to treat people the way we would like to be treated, for life is a cycle. I hope we will see you again someday in Halifax.Be Blessed.

Highly recommended!

cheryl_s, Aug 2023

Jonathon our tour guide was AMAZING!!! He made the whole experience memorable and enjoyable. Peggys Cove, Lunenberg and Mahone Bay are beautiful and something to see. It was the highlight of my trip to Nova Scotia. I would definitely recommend to anyone that is interested in this experience.!!

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thank you so much, Cheryl. You also made a dull and rainy day bright and beautiful. I hope I can join you on your next cruise haha !!! My regards to Mr. K.

A Highlight of our Trip to Halifax

Brian_N, Jul 2023

Jonathan was a friendly and engaging guide. I highly recommend this trip, with the right amount of free time in Peggy’s Cove, Mahone Bay and Lunenberg.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

It was our pleasure and honor to tour with you and your family. Be Blessed.

Excellent Day Tour from Halifax

Jane_G, Jun 2023

A beautiful trip to a quaint Peggy’s Cove, a charming town of Lunenburg and Mahone Bay. We had a great weather to enjoy and enough time to explore around town. Jonathan was our excellent guide and have a great sense of humor so you’re always entertained. I would highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Simply Thank You. Hope we will meet again. Regards

TL;DR : I would not recommend this tour unless you don't mind being rushed and not enjoying the beauties of these small.

Elodie_C, Jun 2023

We chose to book this tour as the itinerary described under 'What to Expect' seemed promising and interesting. My husband and I, as well as our two friends, were very excited! Prior to describe our experience, I wish to mention how appreciative we were that Jonathan allowed us to bring, free of charge, our 5 months old infant. It would have been impossible for us, as we were visiting the region, to take part into an activity that doesn't allow babies. Now let me share our experience - It was no surprise to us that we would be paired with other travellers when doing this tour. Being in our thirties, we did not mind at all. We ended with 4 seniors that were stopping in Halifax during their cruise. They were amicable and courteous. We left Downtown Halifax around 9:30 a.m. Our first stop was Lunenburg. On Viator, under 'What to Expect', we can read that 2 hours would be spent in that little town. Yet, we were really there for an hour. We were a little disappointed but did not complain as we thought we would be spending more time in Mahone Bay and Peggy's Cove. Our second stop was Mahone Bay. Again, we stayed for 30 minutes which was barely enough to grab food to go from a local restaurant. Everyone had to eat in the van. It was very disappointing as we didn't have time to enjoy the town and we felt rushed. Our third and last stop was Peggy's Cove. On Viator, under 'What to Expect', we can read that 1 hour would be spent seing the oldest lighthouse in North America. Unfortunately, we stayed 30 minutes and solely because I asked. Otherwise, we would have stayed for 15 minutes. Again, we felt rushed and didn't have time to enjoy the location. We were supposed to stop at the Acadian Maple Products - as per the description on Viator - but that didn't happen. The tour was supposed to be 7 hours (approx.) - as per the Viator description - but it lasted 6 hours at most and the time allocated for each destination was reduced considerably. Traffic did not impact our itinerary nor having our infant with us (all his needs were answered during the driving portion or during the short time allocated at each location. He never cried and everyone felt like he was of great company). We were rushed simply because we had to arrive before boarding time for the other passengers which we managed to arrive an hour prior to and was not mentioned to us when booking. The tour could have been amazing but it was tailored for 4 persons rather than the entire group. It didn't take into consideration our needs nor expectations of experiencing the tour we paid for. Prior to making this review, I have contacted the provider allowing the opportunity to explain. I have yet to receive an email or a response. I would not recommend this tour unless you don't mind being rushed and not enjoying the beauties of these small towns.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thank you very much and we will note your concern. We will do our best not to rush and stay within the allotted time of the tour. Regards

Good guider and imazing scenic

Juanxi_R, Jun 2023

The guider was telling story for us along the way. He came from Ghana. Before listening his story, I've nevet know humen and snakes can be friendly. He made us laugh and happier. He knows where is the good place for taking pictuers. He cares about every guest.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Hello, my friend. I also enjoyed your company. Yes, we humans can co-exist peacefully will all the animals that were created on this planet. We have to share the planet with them. Be blessed.

Johnathan is a terrific...

Cathleen_S, Jun 2023

Johnathan is a terrific guide! We saw a lot but were not rushed. I learned a lot about the area. A lovely day.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thank you so much, Cathleen.Yes, simply a lovely day in the cove and Lunenburg.

Fantastic Tour - Thanks for Having Us!

Meg_M, Jun 2023

Jonathan was our tour guide for the day and was so knowledgeable, funny and considerate. Before we even started, we booked a day that wasn't meeting the minimum participant requirement and Jonathan/the tour company allowed us to have a more private tour, still hosting us and taking us through the itinerary to Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Mahone Bay for a total 8h tour after picking us up at our hotel at 9:30am. Jonathan shared his knowledge of all the areas we visited and his enthusiasm for meeting new people and guiding them around new places. We are very grateful for the chance to have toured with Jonathan and would highly recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in visiting these great spots.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Dear Meg. Thank you so much for the beautiful mail. I also enjoyed meeting ad touring with you all. I have been blessed to meet people like you over the years. I hope our paths will cross again in the course of our lifetime. Your friend in Halifax, Canada.

Peggy’s Cove, Lunneburg, Mahone Bay day tour

Chris_C, Nov 2022

Tour guide very knowledgeable. Took us to see various sites like Mahone Bay, Peggy’s cove, Lunneburg. Spent a whole day with him. Excellent guide. Highly recommended tour. Small group for us: so we got excellent service. Great job. Jonathan.

Response from Host, Nov 2022

Thank you so much, Chris. You are a great companion and I really enjoyed your company. Please extend my regards to your wife and family till we meet again Yahuah willing. Wishing you all the Best in life.

Beautiful country and wonderful history.

Kate_R, Oct 2022

The tour was always going to be great because of Johnathon, our tour guide. Funny, knowledgeable and a local in Halifax, he gave us the history of the area, as well as stories of his own. Lunenberg and the surrounding areas are stunning and have unique histories all their own. I would highly recommend this tour, especially if you can go with a small number of people and most especially if Johnathon is your guide.

Response from Host, Oct 2022

Dear Kate. It was an honor and my pleasure to tour with you. Wishing you all the best. Shalom!!!.

Best tour guide

Cynthia_S, Sep 2022

Jonathon was absolutely great! Very knowledgeable and interesting. Highly recommend any tour he gives!

Response from Host, Oct 2022

Thank you so much my friend. Really enjoyed meeting you and your husband.Thank you for your kindness.

Amazing!!

Jennifer_A, Aug 2022

Our tour guide Jonathan was excellent! Super knowledgeable and entertaining. Peggys cove wasnt too busy when we went (on a Sunday) which was great for photos. We had a lobster roll at Toms lobster shack in Peggys cove and it was SO delicious albeit a bit expensive (25$ per roll). Lunenburg was beautiful as well and Jonathan was able to provide some great restaurant suggestions. We ate at Salt Shaker in Lunenburg and food was also great. Fish shack looked like they had good food as well. Not too much walking required for the day and you have free time to explore at each location. Overall super impressed with the tour and would definitely recommend!!

Response from Host, Sep 2022

You are an amazing human being and it was my pleasure to drive you around. I hope and pray that our paths will cross again. Shalom !!!

Great way to experience beautiful Nova Scotia

Mary_S, Aug 2022

Wonderful day spent touring with a great group of people and Jonathan. He was very knowledgeable and shared his personal connections as well to make it a memorable experience. Thank you Jonathan!

Response from Host, Sep 2022

Thank you so much for the honor you bestowed upon me as your tour guide. Regards.

Excellent Tour and Wonderful Tour Guide

MICHELLE_G, Aug 2022

Jonathon, our tour guide, was knowledgeable about the areas we visited. He was friendly and entertaining. He provided narration while we were driving to each place, then allowed us to explore each area on our own once we arrived. I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in seeing Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Mahone Bay.

Response from Host, Aug 2022

Thank you so much for your kind words. I will hope and pray that we meet again. Kind Regards.

Great time

Jessica_Q, Aug 2022

Johnathan was wonderful, informative and interesting. The day was fun filled with plenty of free time to explore on our own. Would definitely recommend. Thank you for taking such great care.

The tour of a lifetime!

Cheryl_O, Aug 2022

This is simply the most excellent tour to do. Our tour guide, Jonathan was charming, knowledgeable, and accommodating. He ensured that his passengers were comfortable, happy, and getting the most from this once in a lifetime experience. He provided facts and information about the places we visited, and made us laugh with humour. We visited Peggy's Cove first and he provided us with a good amount of time to see this breathtaking place. We made our way to Lunenburg following Peggy's Cove and had even more time to shop and explore this quintessentially quaint east coast town! There are many cute shops and places to have lunch. Jonathan gave us a bit extra time to soak in all the beauty! Lastly, we finished the tour in Mahone Bay with a short visit and walk through the town. Jonathan was really thoughtful to the passengers and provided a pituresque drive by taking a route that was a little off the beaten path. The trip was worth the cost and really was a once in a lifetime experience. Jonathan was friendly, fun, and thoughtful. We very much appreciated his flexibility on the tour in allowing us additional time and going beyond the 4:30 pm deadline. He routinely checked in with us to make sure we had what we needed. He put the passengers needs above his own, and he was primarily concerned with ensuring we got what we wanted out of the experience. Many thanks for making this a memorable and life changing experience! 10/10 recommend!

Response from Host, Aug 2022

My Dearest Cherly. You are also one of those once-in-a-lifetime people we come across in life by accident. You are a kind hearted person and it was an honor for me to tour with you. I wish you all the best in life, my friend. Shalom.

Nova Scotia at its Finest!!!

Luigi_A, Aug 2022

Jonathan was our tour guide and he was a WONDERFUL AWE INSPIRING man HIS knowledge of PEGGY'S COVE, LUNDENBURG and Mahone Bay was second to none I truly recommend this trip to anyone who wants to be engaging in an experience of a life time with an amazing human being. Mr.& Mrs. Aiello

Response from Host, Aug 2022

Haha...Remember it takes two to tango. Because you are also a great and a wonderful person, thus you see that greatness in others. Your Friend in Halifax.Nova Scotia.

A fun filled day to remember.

Philip_M, Aug 2022

We will never forget Jonathan's kind and gracious manner. He was a delight to travel with. Nothing was too much trouble for him. He has a vast knowledge of Nova Scotia and its history. He was extremely informative. He has a great wisdom that shows in all he does. He made it a lovely day filled with fun and insight. Please make sure that you thank him on our behalf. Phil and Gail

Highly recommend it!

Anxhela_G, Aug 2022

The tour was great. It is worth it especially if you're in Halifax for a short time. The combination of guided tour and time to explore on your own is a great plus. In addition, Jonathan is an excellent tour guide with a great sense of humor. Highly recommend it!

Response from Host, Aug 2022

Hello Friend.Thank you for the kind words. I also had a great time touring with you and your husband. I hope to see you again in the future. Thank you

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