An aerial view of Lunenburg harbour - image by Tourism NS

Lunenburg Journey

Dedicate a day to exploring our colourful UNESCO jewel of Lunenburg

Highlights

LOCATION: LUNENBURG, NS

DATES: AVAILABLE ALL YEAR ROUND

DURATION: 8-9 HOURS

ACTIVITIES: WALKING, HISTORY, PHOTOGRAPHY, SIGHT-SEEING

PHYSICAL RATING: EASY to MODERATE

PICK UP LOCATION: DOWNTOWN HALIFAX

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: MIN 2 – MAX 10

TRANSPORT: 2010 MERCEDES SPRINTER

COST: STARTING AT $280 CAD + HST pp FOR 1-4 GUESTS

About this Tour

Experience a captivating day out in Lunenburg, our UNESCO World Heritage jewel.

Join a full-day private tour for an immersive and personalized exploration of the Old Town and its beautiful coastline. Discover the unique architectural style and history shaped by the town’s rum-running and ship-building past.

Walk with the renowned Lunenburg Walking Tour company to uncover the rich history, admire vibrant schooners and dories on the waterfront, and indulge in the town’s culinary delights, including a taste of its rum-running past at Ironworks Distillery. Immerse yourself in the vibrant art scene with independent galleries and studios.

With our smaller group, we’ll visit the nearby fishing village of Blue Rocks, pass through the historic shipbuilding town of Mahone Bay, and enjoy a scenic lunch break by the harbour. Your experienced Picture Perfect host, also a professional photographer, will share photo tips to make the most of your camera or smartphone.

Book now for an unforgettable and exclusive Nova Scotian experience, and we’ll take care of the rest.

 

“Why You Should Visit The UNESCO Jewel of Nova Scotia”

 


 

Sample Itinerary

 

  • 9:00 – Pick up from downtown Halifax
  • 10:00 – Arrive in Mahone Bay for a drive-thru 📷
  • 10:30 – Arrive in Lunenburg
  • 11:00 – Join an Essential Lunenburg Walking Tour 📷
  • 12:30 – Lunch at Light Ship Brewery 📷
  • 14:00 – Stroll along the historic Lunenburg waterfront 📷
  • 16:00 –  A visit to the Ironworks Distillery 📷
  • 17:00 – Depart for Halifax
  • 18:30 – Arrive in downtown Halifax

 

9.5 hours – 230 km round trip

 

 

 


Highlights

 

  • A private tour for just you & up to 10 friends to explore
  • Join a guided walking excursion with Lunenburg Walking Tours
  • Explore the nearby fishing village of Blue Rocks
  • *We stop for lunch in Lunenburg – the foodie capital of NS
  • *Sample the wares of the renowned Ironworks Distillery
  • Hotel pick-up & licensed transport from downtown Halifax
  • Custom start times based on your schedule
  • Larger groups are available upon request
  • Complimentary beverages (water, pop, sports drinks)
  • Custom gift pack from Picture Perfect Tours

 


 

Meet Your Guide

Geordie Mott is a professional photographer with 25 years of experience in the tourism and hospitality industries. He is the owner and tour director for Picture Perfect Tours and has led numerous in-person and virtual tours to Lunenburg since 2015. This historic town is one of his favourites with incredible food and culture at every turn.

 

*Entry fees are included. Lunch and alcohol costs are not included in this tour.

Click here for full details on our cancellation policy and other questions.

 

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