Discover the beauty and history of the coastal city of Halifax and nearby Peggy’s Cove on this small-group tour. You’ll have a chance to visit the famous Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse and picturesque Peggy’s Cove fishing village before heading back to Halifax to explore Citadel Hill and enjoy a narrated driving tour of the city.
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Summary Description
Highlights
Description
Your sightseeing adventure begins with pick up directly from your hotel in downtown Halifax before heading out toward Peggy’s Cove.
 Along the way, your guide will share fun facts and tips about the area on the way to the picturesque fishing village of Peggy’s Cove, located just under an hour from Halifax. Once you arrive at Peggy’s Cove, you’ll have the opportunity to take a picture with the most photographed lighthouse in Canada - the iconic Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse (also known as Peggy’s Point Lighthouse). You’ll also have free time to explore the area. The tiny fishing village of Peggy’s Cove offers some small shops you can check out or you can grab a seat on one of the benches and enjoy the stunning ocean views.Â
 After your visit to Peggy’s Cove, your guide will bring you back to Halifax to visit historic Citadel Hill. While here you will learn about the military history of the hill and see the Highlander re-enactment interpreters dressed in traditional uniforms from the 1800s.
 Following your visit to Citadel Hill, your guide will take you on a narrated driving tour of downtown Halifax where you will pass by some of the city’s most notable points of interest including: the Titanic cemetery (Fairview Lawn Cemetery), City Gardens, Pier 21, Halifax Farmers Market and Point Pleasant Park.Â
 At the end of your Halifax tour, your guide will drop you back off at your hotel.Â
Included / Excluded
What's Included
- Beautiful scenic drive up to Peggy’s Cove and free time to explore the area
- Entrance to Citadel Hill
- Narrated driving tour of downtown Halifax, passing multiple points of interest including: Titanic Cemetery, City Gardens, Pier 21, Halifax Farmers Market and Point Pleasant Park
- Pick up and drop off anywhere in Downtown Halifax
What's Not Included
- Gratuities (optional)
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Central meeting location if staying outside downtown Halifax Peninsula, Westin Nova Scotian - 1181 Hollis St, Halifax
Start Location Notes: For guests staying in downtown Halifax pick up zone, we will pick up directly from hotels. This meeting point is only for those staying outside the pick up zone.
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Citadel Hill availability may be affected by private functions and weather
- Please note that adverse winter weather may result in cancellation of the Peggy's Cove and/or Citadel portion of this tour.
Know 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
Cancellation Policy: standard
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: 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.
Options
Best of Halifax Tour including Peggy's Cove
| RETAIL PRICE | |
|---|---|
| Adult (13-64 years) | $129.00 |
| Child (0-3 years) | $79.00 |
Points of interest
Additional Information
Pick up location is required for all guests.
Name of lead traveler is required for all bookings.Â
