The Best of Nova Scotia: Highlands, History and Halifax

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Explore the seaside villages of Nova Scotia from Halifax to the Highlands to see whales, puffins and experience the Celtic and French roots of this spectacular region.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I like to spend much of the day exploring
    • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
    • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

What's this trip about?

    Explore the seaside villages of Nova Scotia from Halifax to the Highlands to see whales, puffins and experience the Celtic and French roots of this spectacular region.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityHalifax, Nova Scotia
End CityHalifax, Nova Scotia

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 Check-In, Program Registration, Welcome Dinner, Orientation Halifax, Nova Scotia

Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m.

Program Registration: 4:00-5:00 p.m. After you have your room assignment, come to the Road Scholar table in the lobby, to register with the program staff and get your welcome packet containing your name-tag, up-to-date schedule that...

Day 2 Nova Scotia History, Coach Exploration, Maritime Museum Halifax, Nova Scotia

Getting on/off a motorcoach; riding approximately 2.5 hours throughout the day. Walking up to 2 miles; pavement, indoor surfaces, some standing.

We’ll be joined by a local historian for a presentation on the history of Nova Scotia and the city of Halifax. Next, ...

Day 3 South Shore, Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, Peggy's Cove Halifax, Nova Scotia

Getting on/off a motorcoach, driving approximately 3.5 hours, about 170 miles. Walking up to 2 miles; pavement, some rocky/slippery terrain and hills.

We will transfer to Lunenburg for a walking field trip with a local expert to explore Lunenburg’s narrow street...

Day 4 Transfer to Digby, Kejimkujik NP, Annapolis Royal Gardens Digby, Nova Scotia

Getting on/off a motorcoach, driving approximately 3.5 hours, about 165 miles. Walking up to 2 miles throughout the day; pavement, sidewalks, pathways. Today the group will be split into two groups for the garden visit.

Checking out of the hotel, we’ll begin our...

Day 5 Whale Watching Cruise, Beach Walk, Digby Scallops Digby, Nova Scotia

Getting on/off a motorcoach, driving approximately 2.5 hours, about 80 miles; ferry crossing to Brier Island is 24 minutes each way. Walking up to 2 miles; pavement, boardwalks, stairs, some uneven terrain.

We’ll set off for Brier Island by coach. With the Fundy...

Day 6 Grand Pré Historic Site, Transfer to Cape Breton Island Baddeck, Nova Scotia

Getting on/off a motorcoach, driving 365 miles over 6 hours. Walking 1 mile over 1 hour.

We’ll check out of the hotel and set out for Baddeck on Cape Breton Island. En route, we’ll stop at Grand Pré, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Situated at the north east end o...

Day 7 Acadian Culture, Cape Breton Highlands Park, Chéticamp Baddeck, Nova Scotia

Getting on/off a motorcoach. Driving today is about 165 miles, approximately is 3.5 hours. Walking up to 2 miles; groomed trails, some uneven ground and stairs. Option for shorter walk.

Today we head out on the world famous Cabot Trail. Aboard the coach, a local...

Day 8 Alexander Graham Bell Museum, Gaelic College Demos Baddeck, Nova Scotia

Getting on/off a motorcoach, driving approximately 35 minutes, about 25 miles. Walking up to 2 miles; pavement, grass, hard surfaces, some standing.

We’ll set out on a field trip to the Alexander Graham Bell Museum, a National Historic Site. Bell visited Baddeck...

Day 9 Highland Village, Transfer to Halifax. Halifax, Nova Scotia

Getting on/off a motorcoach. Driving today is about 250 miles, approximately 5 hours. Walking up to 2 miles, grass, gravel pathways, some uneven ground.

Today we will experience Scottish Gaelic culture first-hand at the Highland Village. Explore this 40-acre sit...

Day 10 Program Concludes Halifax, Nova Scotia

Hotel check out by 12:00 Noon.

We hope you enjoy Road Scholar learning adventures and look forward to having you on rewarding programs in the future. Please join our Facebook page and share photos of your program. Visit us at www.facebook.com/rsadventures. Best wishes for all your journeys!

Hotel buffet starts at 7:00 a.m. This concludes our program.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,949
Price per day$295
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 9
  • Number of Lunch: 7
  • Number of Dinner: 7
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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