Best of Cape Breton Island from Sydney

Highlights

Explore Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site and Museum
Visit Fortress of Louisbourg, a living history museum!
Driving tour of downtown Sydney passing: Giant Fiddle, Cossit House Museum and more
Pick up and drop off from anywhere in downtown Sydney
Intimate, guided tour experience (groups limited to 9 people)

Summary

This small-group tour features spectacular views and interesting pieces of history as you travel around Cape Breton Island between Sydney, Louisbourg and Baddeck, Nova Scotia. You will visit prominent sites including the Fortress of Louisbourg and Alexander Graham Bell Museum. You will also enjoy a scenic, narrated driving tour through downtown Sydney.

Tour info

Duration

5 hours

Pricing (From)

Adult: (13 years +)

$175.00

Child: (5-12 years)

$89.00

Infant: (0-4 years)

$10.00

Meeting Point

Central meeting location if staying outside downtown Sydney, 300 Esplanade, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P 1A7, CA

Why take this tour?

Your tour begins with pick up from your hotel in downtown Sydney, Nova Scotia before heading off to the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site. Here you will receive a guided tour of the fortress which operates as a living history museum. This site is significant for its role in the Anglo-French struggle for what is modern-day Canada.

After your Louisbourg visit, you will head back towards Sydney for a narrated, in-depth drive through the city. Here you will pass by multiple points of interest, including: the Cossit House Museum, the Jost Heritage House and St. Patrick’s Church.

Following your driving tour of Sydney, your tour will continue into the Cape Breton Highlands as you head to the Alexander Graham Bell Museum in Baddeck, Nova Scotia. Here you will have free time to explore the exhibits which feature artifacts that were donated from the Bell family’s personal estate.

At the end of your tour, your guide will bring you back to your hotel in downtown Sydney.

What’s included?

Admission to Fortress of Louisbourg
Admission to Alexander Graham Bell Museum
Narrated driving tour of downtown Sydney, Nova Scotia
Pick up and drop off anywhere in downtown Sydney, Nova Scotia
Packed lunch
Gratuities (optional)

Things to know

Before you book

Please note that adverse weather may result in cancellation

Before you go

Pick up time will be confirmed 1-3 days prior to the tour date via email or phone. If you do not have access to these, please be ready 30 minutes prior to tour start time in the hotel lobby.

Cancellation Policy

Full refunds will be offered for cancellations made at least 24 hours prior to departure time. For cancellations made with less than 24 hours to departure time, a $50 cancellation fee per guest will apply.

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About operator:

Tripshepherd specializes in offering intimate small-group tours across popular destinations in North America. Our commitment to small-group dynamics ensures a more personal connection, greater flexibility, and an escape from the hassle of crowded buses and the need for microphones. At the heart of our tours are local experiences; we proudly hire local guides to support community growth, create jobs, and provide our guests with an authentic glimpse into each destination. Our friendly guides are dedicated to connecting personally with each guest, ensuring a caring and memorable experience. With Tripshepherd, every journey is not just a tour, but a unique story woven into the fabric of local life, guaranteeing an authentic, personal, and local adventure.