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Louisbourg Fortress Tours

Discover the charm and history of Louisbourg on this scenic tour. Visit the famous Fortress of Louisbourg and the picturesque Louisbourg Lighthouse while enjoying beautiful …More

Sydney, Canada
4.5 (6)

Louisbourg Fortress Tours

Discover the charm and history of Louisbourg on this scenic tour. Visit the famous Fortress of Louisbourg and the picturesque Louisbourg Lighthouse while enjoying beautiful...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (6)
from
$104
Mini Cabot Explorer

Experience the beauty of Cape Breton on our Mini Cabot Trail Tour. Discover scenic lookouts, charming communities, historic sites, and cultural highlights such as the …More

Sydney, Canada
4.0 (19)

Mini Cabot Explorer

Experience the beauty of Cape Breton on our Mini Cabot Trail Tour. Discover scenic lookouts, charming communities, historic sites, and cultural highlights such as the...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.0 (19)
from
$104
Cabot Trail Short Loop: St Anns Artisan & Coastal Shore Excursion

Experience the very best of Cape Breton on a distilled, 4-hour Cabot Trail adventure departing directly from Sydney. Specially designed for travelers who want to …More

Sydney, Canada
4.1 (11)

Cabot Trail Short Loop: St Anns Artisan & Coastal Shore Excursion

Experience the very best of Cape Breton on a distilled, 4-hour Cabot Trail adventure departing directly from Sydney. Specially designed for travelers who want to...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.1 (11)
from
$109
Bell Museum Baddeck and Mini Cabot Trail Cape Breton, Sydney NS

Skip the crowded big-bus tours and discover the soul of Cape Breton on this expertly curated "Mini Cabot Trail" adventure. We’ve designed this experience for …More

Sydney, Canada
4.0 (11)

Bell Museum Baddeck and Mini Cabot Trail Cape Breton, Sydney NS

Skip the crowded big-bus tours and discover the soul of Cape Breton on this expertly curated "Mini Cabot Trail" adventure. We’ve designed this experience for...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.0 (11)
from
$149
Private Peggy’s Cove Tour from Halifax

Experience one of Nova Scotia’s most iconic destinations on this relaxed and scenic tour to Peggy’s Cove. Guests will enjoy breathtaking coastal views, charming fishing …More

Halifax, Canada
4.8 (4)

Private Peggy’s Cove Tour from Halifax

Experience one of Nova Scotia’s most iconic destinations on this relaxed and scenic tour to Peggy’s Cove. Guests will enjoy breathtaking coastal views, charming fishing...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (4)
from
$88
Private Peggys Cove Express Tour from Halifax

Experience a fast, scenic private escape from Halifax to Nova Scotia’s most iconic coastal destination on this express tour designed for travelers short on time …More

Halifax, Canada
5.0 (4)

Private Peggys Cove Express Tour from Halifax

Experience a fast, scenic private escape from Halifax to Nova Scotia’s most iconic coastal destination on this express tour designed for travelers short on time...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
from
$50
Highland Village & Bell Museum from Sydney Cape Breton Island

Discover Cape Breton’s culture, history, and scenic beauty on this Highland Village and Baddeck shore excursion from the Port of Sydney. Meet your local driver/guide …More

Sydney, Canada
5.0 (2)

Highland Village & Bell Museum from Sydney Cape Breton Island

Discover Cape Breton’s culture, history, and scenic beauty on this Highland Village and Baddeck shore excursion from the Port of Sydney. Meet your local driver/guide...

6 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$135
Peggy's Cove and City Tour including Titanic Cemetery

Experience the perfect mix of coastal beauty and city history with our Peggy’s Cove & Halifax City Tour. Begin your journey exploring the vibrant city …More

Halifax, Canada
5.0 (2)

Peggy's Cove and City Tour including Titanic Cemetery

Experience the perfect mix of coastal beauty and city history with our Peggy’s Cove & Halifax City Tour. Begin your journey exploring the vibrant city...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$359
Discover Africville and The Black Cultural Center

Discover the rich tapestry of African Nova Scotian history through a unique tour of Halifax and Preston Townships historic communities. This journey highlights the contributions …More

Halifax, Canada
4.0 (2)

Discover Africville and The Black Cultural Center

Discover the rich tapestry of African Nova Scotian history through a unique tour of Halifax and Preston Townships historic communities. This journey highlights the contributions...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.0 (2)
from
$143
Cabot Trail - St Ann's fall foliage Tour from Sydney for 4 hours

Discover the breathtaking highlights of Cape Breton's iconic coast without committing to a full-day commitment! Our Mini Cabot Trail excursion is designed specifically to give …More

Sydney, Canada
5.0 (2)

Cabot Trail - St Ann's fall foliage Tour from Sydney for 4 hours

Discover the breathtaking highlights of Cape Breton's iconic coast without committing to a full-day commitment! Our Mini Cabot Trail excursion is designed specifically to give...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$115
Guided Tour Lunenburg, Mahone Bay and Ovens Park from Halifax

Discover Nova Scotia’s stunning South Shore in the comfort of a private vehicle with a knowledgeable local driver-guide, ensuring a personalized and enriching experience. This …More

Halifax, Canada
4.5 (2)

Guided Tour Lunenburg, Mahone Bay and Ovens Park from Halifax

Discover Nova Scotia’s stunning South Shore in the comfort of a private vehicle with a knowledgeable local driver-guide, ensuring a personalized and enriching experience. This...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (2)
from
$95
Peggy’s Cove private tour with best Experience

This tour is exclusive tour that includes the personalised photography for the travelers. And also you get to travel in a nice and comfortable minivan. …More

Halifax, Canada
5.0 (1)

Peggy’s Cove private tour with best Experience

This tour is exclusive tour that includes the personalised photography for the travelers. And also you get to travel in a nice and comfortable minivan....

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$344
Private Halifax History Tour with Titanic Cemetery Visit

Step back in time and explore Halifax’s rich history, from its founding days to its pivotal role in maritime history. This immersive tour takes you …More

Halifax, Canada
4.2 (6)

Private Halifax History Tour with Titanic Cemetery Visit

Step back in time and explore Halifax’s rich history, from its founding days to its pivotal role in maritime history. This immersive tour takes you...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.2 (6)
from
$439
Iona Highland Village Tour

Discover the heart of Cape Breton with a tour that blends history, culture, and scenery. Visit the Highland Village in Iona to experience Gaelic traditions, …More

Sydney, Canada
5.0 (1)

Iona Highland Village Tour

Discover the heart of Cape Breton with a tour that blends history, culture, and scenery. Visit the Highland Village in Iona to experience Gaelic traditions,...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$104
Nova Scotia Wine Tour Sparkling Wines and Local Bites

This tour is a must for wine and food lovers. Begin your day with coffee and treats from a popular Halifax cafe before heading to …More

Halifax, Canada
5.0 (1)

Nova Scotia Wine Tour Sparkling Wines and Local Bites

This tour is a must for wine and food lovers. Begin your day with coffee and treats from a popular Halifax cafe before heading to...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$235
Louisbourg Lighthouse and Fortress Tour

Discover the rich history and scenic beauty of Louisbourg on a 4-hour guided tour. Visit the first North American lighthouse and historic railway station, then …More

Sydney, Canada
5.0 (1)

Louisbourg Lighthouse and Fortress Tour

Discover the rich history and scenic beauty of Louisbourg on a 4-hour guided tour. Visit the first North American lighthouse and historic railway station, then...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$113
Louisbourg History : Cape Breton Shore Excursion Sydney Port NS

Embark on the ultimate journey through time with City Heart Tours, where Cape Breton’s history isn't just told—it’s experienced. Our signature excursion takes you from …More

Sydney, Canada
4.0 (9)

Louisbourg History : Cape Breton Shore Excursion Sydney Port NS

Embark on the ultimate journey through time with City Heart Tours, where Cape Breton’s history isn't just told—it’s experienced. Our signature excursion takes you from...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.0 (9)
from
$99
Sydney to Louisbourg Heritage Discovery Tour

Explore the historic Fortress of Louisbourg, one of North America's premier 18th-century sites. This guided tour begins in Sydney and takes you along stunning coastal …More

Cape Breton Island, Canada
5.0 (1)

Sydney to Louisbourg Heritage Discovery Tour

Explore the historic Fortress of Louisbourg, one of North America's premier 18th-century sites. This guided tour begins in Sydney and takes you along stunning coastal...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$109
Louisbourg Fortress tour and Canada’s 1st Lighthouse tour

Step back in time and experience North America’s largest historical reconstruction, where the sights, sounds, and stories of the past come vividly to life. Fortress …More

Sydney, Canada
5.0 (1)

Louisbourg Fortress tour and Canada’s 1st Lighthouse tour

Step back in time and experience North America’s largest historical reconstruction, where the sights, sounds, and stories of the past come vividly to life. Fortress...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$124
Private Peggy's Cove Tour

Join the Peggy's Cove Tour and explore this iconic landmark, wander through quaint seaside community, capture postcard-perfect photos and feel the true spirit of Atlantic …More

Halifax, Canada
5.0 (1)

Private Peggy's Cove Tour

Join the Peggy's Cove Tour and explore this iconic landmark, wander through quaint seaside community, capture postcard-perfect photos and feel the true spirit of Atlantic...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$410

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