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Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley

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Halifax, Canada
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6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

This Tour is NOT just a Wine Tour but also History and Nature Tour. One hour from Halifax is Wolfville & Grand Pre National Historic Site the first stop on Tour. Explore the natural beauty of the Annapolis Valley & Nova Scotia’s Wine Country. You will visit Fox Hill Cheese as well as three Award winning Vineyards including Planters Ridge, 1365 Church Street Vineyard & Luckett's where you can try Nova Scotia's finest wine Tidal Bay. You will also see stunning Views & Vistas of the Bay of Fundy from Blomidon Look-off. We also will visit Halls Harbour to SEA the Highest Tides in the World and a great spot for a lunch. Lobster Maybe!...Bring your Eagle Eye as we pass Sheffield Mills a large Bald Eagle Nesting area and then your tour will continue traveling into the heart of the Annapolis Valley through a 400-year-old village of Wolfville.

Your Clean, Safe and Comfortable Tour Vehicle will be a Ford Transit 350 XLT High Roof 14 Passenger Van with 4 Guests Minimum to 10 Guests Maximum.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Guests driving to Pier 22 @ 1041 Marginal Rd can park ALL DAY for $10.00 CAD. Very Secure Parking
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Hotel Guests can be picked up at any listed Downtown Hotel and Cruise & driving Guests can meet Pier 22 parking lot @ 1041 Marginal Rd...Very secure parking. See Parking fee (amount) in the exclusion section.

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1041 Marginal Road
Halifax, NS B3H 4P7, Canada

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Grand Pre National Historic Site

Grand-Pré is a powerful monument that unites the Acadian people. Visitors to the site will uncover the tale of Le Grand Dérangement: a tragic event in Acadian history that has shaped the vibrant culture of modern-day Acadians across the globe through its quiet but powerful renaissance. The site commemorates the Grand Pré area as a centre of Acadian settlement from 1682 to 1755 and the Deportation of the Acadians, which began in 1755 and continued until 1762. For many Acadians throughout the world, the site remains the heart of their ancestral homeland and the symbol of the ties that unite them to this day..**There is a fee to visit Museum but no fee to see Church and he legendary statue of Evangeline (heroine of the Longfellow poem) and the Memorial Church**
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Old Post Road

From the View Park, on Old Post Road, you gaze over the 1,300-hectares of farm-fields, marshes and dykelands that comprise the Landscape of Grand-Pré. Discover the deep human story within this land.A vast panorama gives life to the efforts of industrious Acadians, who, in the 1680s, overcame geographic challenges and the world’s highest tides to foster thriving settlements. Their ingenious system of dykes remained a technological zenith for hundreds of years—expanded and maintained by English, Scottish and Dutch settlers until the mid-20th century—and combined with a tumultuous regional history, led to the area’s designation as Canada’s 16th UNESCO World Heritage Site.Also rich in Mi’kmaw tradition, dramatic Cape Blomidon—which frames the dykelands—is said to harbour the spirit of the mythical watchman Kluscap, another facet of this culturally and naturally diverse landscape.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Blomidon Look-Off

Blomidon Look-Off is on top of the North Mountain in the Fundy Shore and Annapolis Valley region. It is a small roadside stop with a beautiful panoramic view of the Annapolis Valley and the Minas Basin. On a clear day, you can see five counties and maybe a few Bald Eagles from the look-off.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hall's Harbour

Hall's Harbour Lobster Pound is a working lobster pound in the quaint seaside village of Hall's Harbour in the Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley region...Great spot to enjoy some Fresh Nova Scotia Seafood..Hall's Harbour is an authentic fishing village dating back to 1779, when Captain Hall and his privateers used this natural harbour as a base. Take a walk along the harbourfront boardwalk and explore the Lobster Pound’s buildings which date back to the 1820s; interpretive panels provide you with a history of the buildings and area. Enjoy the excellent views of the world famous Bay of Fundy tides along the way! There is waterfront restaurant for a delectable seaside meal of lobster! Additional meal options are available...**Meal Not Included** .
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Sheffield Mills (pass by)

Pretty good chance to see a Bald Eagle on this Tour as Sheffield Mills is a Bald Eagle Nesting Area.
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Fox Hill Cheese House

Fox Hill Cheese House is a cheese-processing facility located in Port Williams in the Annapolis Valley crafting over 20 varieties of specialty cheeses, natural yogurt and gelato, and non-homogenized whole milk in bottles from our own herd of Holstein and Jersey cows.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Planters Ridge

Planters Ridge is housed in a renovated 156-year-old timber frame barn that combines historical features with modern flourishes. Our artisanal winery has invested in state-of-the-art equipment, producing highly acclaimed wines, worthy of the Planters Ridge label. With a focus on blends, we have developed a reputation for crafting aromatic whites and well-balanced, silky-smooth reds. In addition to our wines, we are producing innovative specialty products including meads, crafted with locally sourced honey as well as a premium cider blended with dark, local rum...**Wine sampling if you wish is not included**
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

1365 Church Street Vineyard An Winery

Welcome to 1365 Church Street Vineyard & Winery, in Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley. Known for our flower gardens and many bicycles surrounding the property, this 14.8-acre vineyard is just waiting for you.Nestled in vines, it boasts breathtaking views of the Wellington Dyke, North Mountain and Cape Blomidon, making it an ideal stop on your tour through Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley wine region.Come for the views and stay for the delicious wine tastings and cozy atmosphere...**Wine sampling if you wish is not included**
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Acadia University (pass by)

Acadia University is a public, predominantly undergraduate university located in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, Canada with some graduate programs at the master's level and one at the doctoral level.
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Wolfville (pass by)

The Wolfville area has a long and storied history, with nearby Grand-Pré being a historically significant site marking the Deportation of Acadians from Nova Scotia.Wolfville is also at the epicentre of Nova Scotia's burgeoning wine scene, with eight wineries located within 10 km of the town's centre. Home to Devour! The Food Film Fest, the world's largest food film fest, Wolfville boasts several charming and quaint restaurants and cafés, each dedicated to creating fresh, seasonal dishes from local produce and seafood. Wolfville is also Home to Acadia University
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Luckett Vineyards

Crisp maritime breezes, legendary ocean tides, and brilliant sunshine meet to create an outstanding terroir on a hillside overlooking the magnificent Gaspereau Valley.Crisp maritime breezes, legendary ocean tides, and brilliant sunshine meet to create an outstanding terroir on a hillside overlooking the magnificent Gaspereau Valley. Located in the Bay of Fundy and Annapolis Valley region of Nova Scotia, we are open daily for wine tastings, with tours at 11 am and 3 pm. Enjoy stunning views of the Minas Basin and Cape Blomidon **Wine sampling if you wish is not included**
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Tour is Four Guests Minimum to Ten Guests Maximum
  • Seating is the First Confirmed has the First Choice of Seats in Vehicle
  • When booking a travel itinerary, it can be frustrating to have to fill out unnecessary information. By putting "N/A" in the boxes that relate to either not being on a cruise or not staying at a hotel, you can quickly and easily indicate that those options don't apply to you.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

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

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Guests driving to Pier 22 @ 1041 Marginal Rd can park ALL DAY for $10.00 CAD. Very Secure Parking
  • Grand Pre National Historic Site: Fees: Adult $9.00...Senior $7.50...Commercial Group, per person $7.65...Youth Free ...Prices

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tour Vehicle Ford Transit 350 XLT High Roof 15 Passenger Van
  • Tour is Four Guests Minimum to Ten Guests Maximum
  • Seating is the First Confirmed has the First Choice of Seats in Vehicle
  • When booking a travel itinerary, it can be frustrating to have to fill out unnecessary information. By putting "N/A" in the boxes that relate to either not being on a cruise or not staying at a hotel, you can quickly and easily indicate that those options don't apply to you.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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