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  1. Five-hour private tour of Peggy's Cove and Halifax, Halifax1

    1. Five-hour private tour of Peggy's Cove and Halifax

    5.0· 9 reviews· 5 hours

    Five hours with a local driver-guide — visit Peggy's Cove, the Titanic Grave Site, Mont-Blanc Anchor Site, Halifax Citadel, and stroll along the Waterfront Boardwalk.

    Zamir was an excellent guide—engaging, knowledgeable, and flexible with the itinerary to cater to our interests. We would strongly recommend both this tour and Zamir.timothy_o
  2. Lunenburg, Mahone Bay and Peggy’s Cove day trip from Halifax, Halifax2

    2. Lunenburg, Mahone Bay and Peggy’s Cove day trip from Halifax

    5.0· 1 reviews· 7 hours

    Eight hours by private car — visit Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Mahone Bay, with an audio guide and stops at historic sites along the way.

    It was a wonderful day! Our guide was outstanding. The entire experience was packed with valuable insights about the local area and offered stunning views.Brett_R
  3. Day trip to Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Mahone Bay from Halifax, Halifax3

    3. Day trip to Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Mahone Bay from Halifax

    4.9· 23 reviews· 6 hours

    Six hours by private transfer — explore Peggy's Cove, UNESCO-listed Lunenburg, and the churches of Mahone Bay starting from any location in Halifax.

    Experiencing this trip in the Fall, as we did, is truly a delight for the eyes. The scenery is absolutely stunning and the landscape is remarkable.Jody_R
  1. Half-day tour of Peggy's Cove and Fairview Lawn Cemetery, Halifax4

    4. Half-day tour of Peggy's Cove and Fairview Lawn Cemetery

    4.8· 250 reviews· 4.5 hours

    Three hours with a small group — explore Peggy's Cove and the Titanic Cemetery in Halifax without the big bus crowds.

    This excursion offered great value and was truly enjoyable. Jeff, our driver, was friendly and shared a wealth of knowledge, making the experience even better.JoAnne_M
  2. Halifax private tour — Peggy’s Cove and Citadel Hill, Halifax5

    5. Halifax private tour — Peggy’s Cove and Citadel Hill

    4.8· 9 reviews· 4 hours

    Four hours in a private vehicle — coastal drive to Peggy’s Cove, Titanic Cemetery visit, and Citadel Hill exploration with local driver-guide.

    Al provided an excellent tour for us. We visited Peggy's Cove, explored the town, took a coastal drive, and admired King's College and the autumn colors. We also learned about the Titanic. Al was both friendly and knowledgeable.Laura_V
  3. Full-day tour to Peggy’s Cove, Lunenburg, and Titanic Cemetery, Halifax6

    6. Full-day tour to Peggy’s Cove, Lunenburg, and Titanic Cemetery

    4.7· 197 reviews

    A relaxed-paced, full-day driving tour covering Peggy’s Cove, Lunenburg, and Fairview Lawn Cemetery with commentary from your guide that allows time to explore.

    Be ready for a full day at Peggy's Cove and dress comfortably as you'll be in a van for several hours. Also, prepare for varying weather conditions.Susan_P

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