Treasures & Lighthouses of Nova Scotia
Tailor-made self-drive itinerary
Coastal beauty and an interesting history are among Nova Scotia’s many draws. The region has strong Gaelic ties, but mixed in among the tartan shops and Gaelic signs are symbols of the other peoples who have helped to shape the province. The influences of Acadians of French ancestry, of native Mi’kmaq, African Nova Scotians and other, more recent immigrant groups can all be seen. The gingerbread houses and storybook lighthouses give this Atlantic province its own distinctive identity and it has truly become the crown jewel of Canada’s eastern coast.
With this wonderful self-drive tour, you can explore the unforgettable landscape and charm of this special province.
Days 1-2: Halifax
Arrive in Halifax, the provincial capital. Its attractive city bustling with galleries, shops, museums, restaurants, pavement cafes and vibrant nightlife. Be sure to visit the communities of Peggy’s Cove, Chester and Mahone Bay.
Day 3: Lunenburg
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed shipping town with its colourful waterfront, narrow streets and captivating architecture. Founded in 1753, the old town has many period buildings and a busy little harbour from where boat trips with local lobstermen can be taken.
Day 4: Yarmouth
Drive past wave-carved headlands and island-studded bays towards the lighthouse at Cape Forchu, stopping en route at Kejimejik National Park to view birdlife and large seal colonies.
Day 5: Digby
This is a superb spot for whale watching, so we’d definitely recommend joining an optional tour. Along with marine life you can also witness some of the highest tides in the world in the Bay of Fundy, where tides reach up to 15 metres or more.
Day 6: Wolfville
This charming university town in the verdant Annapolis Valley lies in the heartland of Acadia. You can find out about the Acasian clearances of 1755 the fascinating Grand-Pré National Historic Site.
Days 7-8: Tatamagouche
The sparkling blue waters and sandy beaches of the Northumberland Strait are next on your itinerary, with time to taste local lobster or sample wines on a tour of the Jost Vineyards.
Days 9-10: The Cabot Trail
Head to breathtaking Cape Breton Island and enjoy a drive along the Cabot Trail, voted one of the world’s most popular scenic drives.
Day 11: Dundee
Travel on towards the Fortress of Louisbourg, the strongest French fortress built in the Americas and the largest military reconstruction in North America.
Days 12-13: Sherbrooke
Explore the rugged Eastern Shore coastline and spend lazy days on isolated beaches. Sherbrooke Village depicts a typical Nova Scotia community from 1860, when ship building, lumbering and gold mining aided a booming economy.
Days 14-15: Halifax
Your journey around Nova Scotia concludes with a final scenic drive along the Eastern Shore. Then it’s back to Halifax, ready for your departure the next day.
To book, call 0845 643 6548
To book this travel offer, call one of our tailor-made travel experts now, quoting reference WEX102215.
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