Halifax

        Travel with your kilted guide on a deluxe motorcoach tour and take a 250 year journey through the streets of Halifax past historic buildings, National Historic sites and enjoy the local warmth and charm of its people. See Halifaxs unique architecture and tree lined streets as your guide regales you with stories of pirates & princes, press gangs & brewers who have helped shape this historic city since its beginning in 1749. Visit the Public Gardens, one of the finest examples of Victorian Gardens in North America and return to 1869 and meet members of the 78th Highlanders as you visit one of Canadas most visited National Historic Sites, the Halifax Citadel. You will also learn of the Halifax Explosion, the greatest man-made explosion before the atomic age and how its grateful citizens still thank the citizens of Massachusetts who came to its aid in its time of need. You will also visit Historic Properties, the now renovated warehouses that once stored privateers booty, now houses beautiful shops and restaurants. See Province House, St. Pauls Church the final resting place of bishops and provincial governors and catch a glimpse of the Old Town Clock, a gift to the city from the father of Queen Victoria. Today experience Halifax, both historic and new, and its fascinating 250 year history it has to offer.

Price per person $49.00 Adults $44.00 Children

   

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Departing the pier, your coach and kilted guide take you on a journey through the modern city of Halifax then along the coastal Lighthouse Route to a rustic fishing village where less then 60 people live year round. The power and majesty of the Atlantic Ocean comes to life in this tiny coastal village as you experience it for yourself by seeing the impressive rock formations left by eroding glaciers millions of years ago. Then youll truly appreciate why this picturesque seaside village, with its stately lighthouse, has been an inspiration for artists and writers for generations. Listen as they spin the tales of the Cove how it got its name, the story of its lighthouse, and the lobster fishery that is the backbone of the local economy. You will also have time to visit the shops and galleries or explore the rocks on your own. See the different types of traps used and even touch a live lobster! Explore the cove and the tribute to the people of Peggys Cove at the DeGarthe monument, carved from a massive slab of granite by local artist William DeGarthe. Then, return to Halifax via the Lighthouse Route as it winds its way through the seaside villages that line the historic St. Margarets Bay.

Price per person $49.00 Adults $44.00 Children

   

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    Your tour encompasses all aspects of Halifaxs connection to the sinking of the Titanic, including the historic pier from which cable ships were dispatched to pick up victims, the churches, temporary morgue sites, and Fairview Cemetery, where rows of gravestones mark the final resting place of 121 victims. Then immerse yourself in history with a visit to the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, which houses an excellent permanent exhibit on the disaster, including photographs, wooden artifacts and the only intact Titanic deck chair in the world. Compare the details of this devastating event to the Halifax Explosion which occurred just five years later and the result of a collision between the Imo and the Mont Blanc, a French munitions ship, the explosion leveled the north end of Halifax, and killed or injured thousands. But most importantly, learn of the compassionate relief effort displayed by the world to help this city and its inhabitants overcome their instant and tragic loss, and rebuild their lives.

Price per person $50.00 Adults $45.00 Children

   

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    Commonly known as the prettiest town in Canada, Lunenburg has recently been named one of the worlds few UNESCO World Heritage Sites by the United Nations and is Canadas oldest German settlement. Today, hear how its citizens still retain one of the most interesting accents in North America. The town, now a bustling fishing port, Lunenburg was once considered to be the busiest shipbuilding town in the world, and was the birthplace of the world-famous racing schooner Bluenose. The towns distinctive architecture and extraordinary scenic beauty is a colourful reminder of our maritime heritage. You will have free time to wander the quaint streets, the picturesque working waterfront and browse the many handcraft stores for souvenirs. On the return drive to Halifax, drive through Mahone Bay, famous for its picturesque scene of three waterfront churches.

Price per person $46.00 Adults $41.00 Children

   

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        For centuries mariners have celebrated their safe arrival in port with a visit to their favorite pub or two or three. Become part of this age-old tradition by participating in a time honored pub tour. At the first pub well sample local ale and everyone will be inducted into the exclusive Order of the SouWester - the only way to be welcomed to Nova Scotia! Our noble fisherman, Angus SouWester, leads the ceremony... Each and every guest must don an official SouWester hat, and turn back the brow in fine fisherman style. Then, as Angus anoints everyone with our famous Atlantic salt water, its time to take a swig of your spirits in one hand and place the other hand on your heart, face the ocean, and pound it back, finishing up with a true Maritime cheer. This simple, but age-old tradition is a favorite, and certain to be an icebreaker. After the ceremony, its time for the real fun to begin! Led by our KILTED Guides and a BAGPIPER, well lead you through the streets of Halifax, taking in libations at some of the unique, Olde English Style pubs. Well finish off by the waterfront, at Historic Properties; with a Ceilidh... by dancing a jig or two to make the afternoon of rollicking good fun complete. Throughout the tour, well have a roving musician or two along the way to lead a little sing song whether it be the fiddle, guitar, mandolin, accordion or even the washboard... and of course, the bagpipes! By the time you reach the last pub, the true Maritime kitchen party will be under way!
Note: Guests must be a minimum of 19 years of age to participate, photo ID may be requested. Some pubs are in older building and may not be suitable for those with walking disabilities. Please ask your Shore Excursion staff for details.

Price per person $75.00 Adults  Not AvailableChildren

   

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Three great tours for the price of one! Enjoy the sights and sounds of Halifax with your full day pass aboard an authentic London Double Decker, fully guided bus, with three great loops to choose from! Fully guided, your tours allows you to take in all the cities main highlights or if you prefer, hop off at many of the stops along the route and enjoy what’s exciting for you. The ‘All About Town Loop’, a 90 minute tour, takes in all the cities main highlights such as, Canada’s most visited National Historic Site, The Halifax Citadel or stop at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic with its Titanic Exhibits. Why not treat yourself to a walk through one of nicest Victorian Public Gardens in tact and unspoiled in the heart of this modern city. See the Town Clock and learn about Canada’s oldest Anglican Church, St. Paul’s as you see first hand the famous silhouette of a mans head in the window. If you choose, take in the “Waterfront Loop” a shorter 30 minute tour, but still with lots to take in as we highlight along Halifax’s great Waterfront and downtown core. There are also plenty of stops if great shops and roof top pubs is what you are looking for, Why not buy a kilt or enjoy a Cuban cigar! Whatever you choose, this tour allows you the choice and flexibility to enjoy your day in Halifax the way you want to see it !
Note: Admissions are not included on this tour and are at the discretion of the guest. Double Deckers depart approximately every 15 – 30 minutes from the pier. Please note that this tour can only be booked onboard.

Price per person $49.00 Adults $44.00 Children

   

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      There is no way to get closer to the heart and soul of the exciting city of Halifax than to get out and explore Nova Scotias capital on foot. Your kilted guide will encourage your questions and share with you many stories of Halifaxs past and present. A London style double decker bus will transport you to the cities famed Public Gardens, which is where our tour begins. Since Victorian times, Haligonians have enjoyed this 17-acre paradise in the middle of the city and here your guide will walk you through the finest Victorian gardens in North America as you stroll the pathways past trees planted by visiting royalty. Then saunter along to Citadel Hill where you can gaze over this modern port city. The tour then winds its way down the hill, past the 200-year old Town Clock, the Metro Centre, City Hall and to Grand Parade, historically a military parade square and now home to Halifaxs oldest building, St. Pauls Anglican Church. Your tour culminates as you reach Historic Properties, once a warehouse for one of the richest men in Canada! Today Historic Properties is home to boutiques, a waterside restaurant, pubs, and charming shops. If you choose, stay in town and relax on your own, or return back to your pier with your kilted guide.

Price per person $31.00 Adults $28.00 Children

   

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      Teawhat could possibly be more British? Your tour begins dockside, where you will be transported to the Halifax Citadel. Upon arrival, your guide, dressed in historic costume, will lead you across the drawbridge and back in time to 1870. Walk the walls and view the vast expanse of the harbor, hear the skirl of the Bagpipes as the 78th Highlanders and Royal Artillery recreate the duties and military ceremonies of Queen Victorias Redcoats. You will be treated to a delightful cup of tea in one of the Citadels historically restored rooms, along with a selection of pastries and scones, as your guide describes some of the traditions and rituals that sprang up around the service of tea in the Victorian Age. There will be time to explore other on-site exhibits including the shopping facility, where you can purchase a memento of your day.
Note: Tea may be served at the end of the tour.

Price per person $72.00 Adults $65.00 Children

   

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This exciting, once-in-a-lifetime experience of Halifax's "Top 10" things to see and do is designed for those who want to see it all and in very little time. Your tour starts at Peggy's Cove the world's most photographed fishing village, where you will have time to visit and explore the rugged, sea-sculpted granite shores. On your way back into the city, sample some fine Nova Scotian maple products at Acadian Maple. See one of Canada's 'coolest" places to live before escaping to the lush oasis of the Public Gardens, an authentic Victorian garden nestled in the city's busy downtown. Voted best place to people watch, Spring Garden Road is on route to you photo stop at Citadel Hill, one of Canada's most visited National Historic Sites. Uncover Halifax's connection to the Titanic by visiting the Fairview Lawn Cemetery. You will also have time on your own at one the best places to take "out of towners" right on the waterfront. Here you can explore shops or watch as skilled artisans craft Canada's only mouth-blown, hand-cut crystal at Nova Scotian Crystal. A lobster lunch is also included in this tour, complete with homemade dessert ! These experiences and more await you on a memorable tour that is sure to become one of your all-time favourites.

Please note: This tour is not available for the following call: Oct 5^th, 2011.

Price per person $132.00 Adults $119.00 Children

   

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Four tours in one and all with choice, flexibility, city sites, shopping and Titanic History. During your time at the pier, you will have the city's entire double decker bus fleet at your service, and your ticket is good all day! This great guided tour by double decker offers you three separate tours with over 16 stops! Then board a deluxe motorcoach at a scheduled time in the afternoon from the pier, as your guide recounts the history of the Titanic, the 'unsinkable' ship that perished late in the evening of April 14, 1912. Within days, ships from Halifax were dispatched to the ice fields of the North Atlantic on a grim and dangerous mission - to recover the bodies of those who perished. Halifax became the final resting place of 150 passengers of the ill-fated voyage and your tour will take you to the peaceful Fairview Lawn Cemetery where 121 of their tombstones are arranged in the shape of a ship's hull on a grassy bluff. See the tombstone of the Unknown Child, the many tombstones that bear only a number, not a name, and the stone of one J. Dawson (and learn his true story). On your return to the pier enjoy city highlights from your local guide.

Note: A portion of the proceeds from this tour is donated directly back to the Breast Cancer Foundation. Pink Double Deckers will be used on all three tour routes. However, during peak selected dates, unique 'BIG' Pink motor coaches may be used in addition to the Pink Double Decker Buses. Collapsible wheelchairs can be stored, but only one per double decker due to safety requirements. Admissions are not included on this tour and are at the discretion of the guest. Double deckers depart the pier and at all stops approximately every 15 - 30 minutes all day.

Please note: This tour is not available for the following call: Oct 5^th, 2011.

Price per person $56.00 Adults $50.00 Children

   

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From the moment you leave the pier, you will be fascinated as your guide takes you to two of the most popular sites in Halifax, Peggy’s Cove and the Fairview Lawn Cemetery also known as the “Titanic” Cemetery. See rustic coastal communities dotted all the way to Peggy's Cove. As you arrive at the cove, you will see for yourself the impressive rock formations and coastal beauty of this rustic working fishing village. Here you can enjoy leisure time on your own, exploring the unique galleries, taking photos, talking to the local fisherman or trying the famous gingerbread. If you wish, join your guide for a live lobster demonstration and you can even hold a live lobster! Next, your guide takes you to the Fairview Lawn Cemetery and recounts the history of the Titanic, the unsinkable ship that perished late in the evening of April 14, 1912. As you arrive at the Fairview Lawn Cemetery, notice the 121 victim tombstones are arranged in the shape of a ships hull on a grassy bluff. See the tombstone of the Unknown Child, the many tombstones that bear only a number, not a name, and the stone of one J. Dawson (and learn his true story). On your return to the pier, enjoy city highlights from your local guide.

Price per person $54.00 Adults $49.00 Children

   

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Four tours in one and all with choice, flexibility, city sites, shopping and coastal Peggy's Cove. Yes you really can see and do it all on this one fabulous tour that combines the tiny coastal village of Peggy's Cove by motorcoach and the city sights by double decker bus. From the moment you leave the pier, your kilted guide will point out interesting sites and vistas all the way to Peggy's Cove. As you arrive, you will see for yourself the impressive rock formations and coastal beauty of this rustic working fishing village. Here you can enjoy leisure time on your own, exploring the unique galleries and ships, taking photos, talking to the local fisherman or trying the famous gingerbread. If you wish, join your guide for a live lobster demonstration and you can even hold a live lobster! Once back at the pier, you will have the city's entire double decker bus fleet at your service, and your ticket is good all day! This great guided tour by double decker offers you three separate tours with over 16 stops!

Note: Pink Double Deckers will be used for this tour however on selected days, "Big Pink "Accordion" style motor coaches may be used in conjunction with Pink Double Deckers. Collapsible wheelchairs can be stored, but only one per double decker due to safety requirements. Admissions are not included on this tour and are at the discretion of the guest. Double deckers depart the pier and at all stops approximately every 15 - 30 minutes all day. Time noted on your tour ticket is the only time of the Peggy's cove portion and the hop on hop off is taken before or after the scheduled time of the Peggy's Cove tour.

Please note: This tour is not available for the following call: Oct 5^th, 2011.

Price per person $67.00 Adults $60.00 Children

   

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      Meet your guide and take a short walk to board the Haligonian III at the Tall Ships Quay. Enjoy an informative commentary as you take in the wonderful sights and wildlife along the coast lines of Georges Island and McNabs Island before entering the Great North Atlantic to experience the majestic views of the worlds largest mammals. You will experience the authentic maritime experience of bringing in live lobster traps while our on board naturalist answers all of your questions. Take in our on-board demonstrations including a touch tank featuring examples of local marine life.
Note: DUE TO THE NATURE OF WILDLIFE, WE CANNOT GUARANTEE WHALE SIGHTINGS.Walk to the Haligonian III is 7-9 minute walk along a wood-planked boardwalk. Guests must be able to walk 15 stairs to utilize the enclosed areas and washrooms.

Price per person $50.00 Adults $45.00 Children

   

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    You will take a short walk and board the famous wooden Tall Ship Mar, and then sit back and relive the days when buccaneers and privateers ruled the sea as we explore Halifaxs Waterfront. Be ready to help the crew hoist the sails and steer the boat! The Mar is a 75 ft. wooden ketch built in Denmark by world-renowned author Ernest K. Gann. She was the subject of a documentary film produced by her next owner, Charles Tobias of the Pussers Rum Company, and has twice circumnavigated the world. You will even get to see the crew fire off the cannon!
Note: Walk to the vessel is 7-9 minute walk along a wood-planked boardwalk. We do not recommend this tour for persons who are in motorized wheelchairs. Guests must be able to walk from the Cruise Ship Pavilion to the vessel. Please make sure to dress for the weather.

Price per person $40.00 Adults $36.00 Children

   

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        As soon as you hop aboard our famous Harbor Hoppers prepare yourself for one hour of fun-filled adventure. Our Hoppers will take you on a one-hour land and water tour of beautiful Halifax and its harbour. The commentator will introduce Halifaxs finest shops, restaurants, museums, and Historic sites. Prepare yourself for a big splash as our Hoppers plunge into the Harbor. Be amazed by The Royal Canadian Naval Fleet and the spectacular sights along the waterfront.
Note: There are 7 steps to walk up and down onto the Harbor Hoppers. The tour is not wheelchair accessible; however, we can generally assist people with some minor disabilities. No wheelchairs, walkers or strollers are allowed aboard the vehicle.

Price per person $46.00 Adults $41.00 Children

   

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Want to share your memories with family and friends? Well take you to the most photographed places in Halifax and the surrounding area. This guided tour will give you insight into the Halifax and Peggys Cove areas. Make the most of your time in the city, by seeing the most visited sites in our region in one tour. Picture stops include The Halifax Public Gardens, Citadel Hill, Peggys Cove, The Titanic Gravesites, Historic Properties and The Halifax Seaport.

Price per person $53.00 Adults $48.00 Children

   

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      You will be greeted at the Cruise Ship Pavilion and escorted to board the Harbor Queen I. This Mississippi-style sternwheeler offers a choice of two decks. The upper deck is open sided and covered while the lower level is fully enclosed with windows and is heated. Once aboard learn of some of Halifax rich history while travelling through the Northwest arm viewing some of the most spectacular homes Halifax has to offer. Enjoy some savoury maritime dishes while relaxing and taking breathtaking views. After lunch, stroll between the lower and upper deck taking in the beautiful views of historic Halifax Harbor and visit the site of the Halifax Explosion, the largest man made explosion prior to the nuclear age, before returning to the ship.
Note: Walk to the vessel is 7-9 minute walk along a wood-planked boardwalk. We do not recommend this tour for persons who are in motorized wheelchairs. Guests must be able to walk from the Cruise Ship Pavilion to the vessel.

Price per person $76.00 Adults $68.00 Children

   

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          As we pull away from the dock and head out into the Great North Atlantic enjoy a brief commentary on the Halifax Harbor and get prepared to help the captain and crew pull up the lobster trap. The captain and crew will give a presentation about lobster fishing in Nova Scotia and the life cycle of a lobster and other crustaceans. You will have a hands on real life experience of holding a live lobster. Upon releasing the traps back into the ocean the Captain and crew will make their way towards the first of the two or three lighthouses (depending on conditions) you will visit on this trip and will explain the importance of lighthouses in the mariner boating trade in Nova Scotia. After the tour, enjoy a Maritime Lobster feast in Murphys restaurant. Our guide will demonstrate the proper way to crack open a lobster, which is an experience in itself. The meal includes a 1.25 lbs lobster accompanied with traditional potato salad, coleslaw and hot butter. Our chef will prepare his homemade deep dish valley apple crisp for dessert. Coffee, tea and ice tea is included. After lunch, you will have the opportunity to shop in some local waterfront stores for souvenirs before returning to the Ship.
Note: Walk to the vessel is 7-9 minute walk along a wood-planked boardwalk. We do not recommend this tour for persons who are in motorized wheelchairs. Guests must be able to walk from the Cruise Ship Pavilion to the vessel.

Price per person $94.00 Adults $85.00 Children

   

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Enjoy the calm evening seas and picturesque views of the islands surrounding the Halifax Harbor.  As you leave the dock, your guide will entertain you with a brief commentary of the Halifax Harbor and what your tour will entail.  Get prepared to help the captain and crew pull up the lobster trap.  The captain and crew will give a presentation of the lobster fishing industry in Nova Scotia and the life cycle of a lobster and other crustaceans.  You will have a hands on real life experience of holding a live lobster.  Watch the sunset upon on your return to Murphy’s Restaurant, you will enjoy the sights of the lighthouses surrounding the Halifax Harbor.  Your guide will inform you of the importance of the lighthouses in the mariner boating trade. 
After the tour, enjoy a Maritime Lobster feast in Murphy’s restaurant. Our guide will demonstrate the proper way to crack open a lobster, which is an experience in itself. The meal includes a 1.25 lbs lobster accompanied with traditional potato salad, coleslaw and hot butter. Our chef will prepare his homemade deep dish valley apple crisp for dessert. Coffee, tea and ice tea is included. After lunch, you will have the opportunity to shop in some local waterfront stores for souvenirs before returning to the Ship.
Note: Walk to the vessel is 7-9 minute walk along a wood-planked boardwalk. We do not recommend this tour for persons who are in motorized wheelchairs. Guests must be able to walk from the Cruise Ship Pavilion to the vessel. This tour is only available on October 5th, 2011.

Price per person $92.00 Adults $83.00 Children

   

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