Holiday Overview
An incredible 16-day road trip around Nova Scotia. Whale watching, visiting vineyards, taking coastal hikes along the famous Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island, having a lobster dinner with a glass of Nova Scotia's finest whilst watching the sunset - all of this plus more awaits you on this fantastic tour.
Ultimate Nova Scotia Fly Drive includes:
- Return flights from the UK
- 15 nights accommodation
- Car hire
Day 1 - Fly from UK to Halifax
Arrive in Halifax and pick up your hire car before making your way to your downtown hotel.
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Cambridge Suites Halifax
Day 2 - Sight-see in Halifax
Halifax is a great city to explore by foot. Be sure to take in Citadel Fort, Maritime Museum of the Atlantic and a take a stroll along the picturesque waterfront boardwalk. Perhaps spend your evening in the popular Alexander Keith's Brewery.
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Cambridge Suites Halifax
Day 3 - Short Drive from Halifax to White Point Beach
Enjoy Peggy's Cove, Mahone Bay & Lunenburg enroute to White Point Beach Resort.
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White Point Beach Resort
Day 4 - Continue your drive on the lighthouse route to Yarmouth
Make your way from White Point Beach Resort along the lighthouse route to Yarmouth, where you will spend 2 nights at the Rodd Grand Yarmouth.
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Rodd Grand Yarmouth
Day 5 - Take in Yarmouth & Acadian Shores
Spend today exploring Yarmouth & Acadian shores.
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Rodd Grand Yarmouth
Day 6 - Scenic drive to Annapolis Royal
You have a scenic drive from Yarmouth to Annapolis Royal, one of the oldest places of European settlement in North America.
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Queen Anne Inn
Day 7 - Explore Annapolis Royal
Today is your's to spend at your leisure exploring Annapolis Royal – visit Port-Royal National Historic Site – one of North America’s earliest European settlements.
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Queen Anne Inn
Day 8 - Continue through the Annapolis Valley to Wolfville
Wolfville is famous for its local award winning vineyards & restaurants. Wolfville experiences the Bay of Fundy's record setting tides each day as water fills and drains from the Wolfville Harbour, which is the world's smallest harbour.
Day 9 - Day at leisure in Wolfville
Explore Wolfville at your own place, why not take an optional tour of one of the many nearby wineries.
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Old Orchard Inn
Day 10 - Wolfville to Pictou Lodge Beach Resort
Short drive to the beautifully located waterfront resort Pictou Lodge. Spend this afternoon enjoying the facilities and activities on offer such as kayaks, paddle boarding, peddle boats, canoes and much much more. If you are looking for something a bit more relaxing grab your book and head for one of the hammocks on site or a lounger on the beach.
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Pictou Lodge Resort
Day 11 - Depart Pictou for Baddeck
Head off from Pictou to Baddeck on Cape Breton Island, the start of the famous Cabot Trail.
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Silver Dart Lodge Baddeck
Day 12 - Cabot Trail
Coastal drive from Baddeck on the famous Cabot Trail, there are so many places and view points you will want to stop off so make sure to get up and on the road before mid morning. We highly recommend stopping at Ingonish, Black Brook Cove, Neils Harbour, Pleasant Bay, Margee Harbour and allow for time to hike the spectacular Skyline Trail.
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Silver Dart Lodge Baddeck
Day 13 - Baddeck to Sydney
Morning at leisure before continuing on to Sydney.
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Cambridge Suites Hotel
Day 14 - Experience Louisbourg
Travel to nearby Louisbourg and experience the Fortress of Louisbourg, a national historical site.
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Cambridge Suites Hotel
Day 15 - Sydney to Liscombe Mills
Travel to Liscombe Mills for a one night stay at Liscombe Lodge Resort, enjoy many of the water based activities on offer.
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Liscombe Lodge
Day 16 - Fly Halifax to UK
Overnight flight from Halifax to the UK
Cambridge Suites Halifax
This property is situated in the centre of downtown Halifax, within walking distance to top area attractions, and features first-class accommodations, complete with many exceptional amenities.
White Point Beach Resort
Located on a private beach, this Nova Scotia, Canada resort features an outdoor and indoor swimming pool, a tennis court and restaurant. Kejimkujik National Park is only a 30 minutes’ drive away from White Point. Free Wi-Fi is provided in all rooms.
Rodd Grand Yarmouth
Located along Highway 1, this hotel is just 2 minutes’ walk from Firefighters Museum of Nova Scotia & National Exhibition Centre. It features on-site dining and an indoor pool. Guest rooms include free Wi-Fi.
Queen Anne Inn
This historic Victorian mansion, set among the natural countryside, is located in Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia. Queen Anne features free Wi-Fi, a daily homemade breakfast and individually styled rooms.
Tattingstone Inn
Located on Main Street in picturesque Wolfville, Nova Scotia, the Tattingstone Inn is a short distance from Acadia
University, The Atlantic Theatre Festival and downtown area restaurants, shops and galleries. The Inn is a registered
heritage property built circa 1874 and is set in an acre and a half of gardens and lawns.
Old Orchard Inn, Greenwich, Wolfville
The purpose and requirements for hotel travel vary. Old Orchard Inn Resort and Spa strives to recognize and meet the needs of all guests whether their purpose is a romantic getaway, winter or summer vacations, bus tours, business travel or corporate conventions in Atlantic Canada. This family owned Nova Scotia hotel for 49 years proudly offers a variety of accommodations with the overall emphasis on guest comfort, convenience and special needs. Visit our virtual tours. Relax and know you are welcome as our guest in Nova Scotia.
Pictou Lodge Resort
The Pictou Lodge Beach Resort, Nova Scotia, is just minutes from both the town of Pictou, home of the Ship Hector, and from the Prince Edward Island Ferry. This Nova Scotia resort features log cottages, executive chalets, private beaches, and lots of natural family recreation activities!
Silver Dart Lodge Baddeck
Along with stunning lakeside views, Silver Dart Lodge showcases easy access to a wealth of recreation and water-themed sports. In addition, numerous alluring sites consisting of Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall, Kidston Island Lighthouse, Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre, and Bell Bay Golf Course are conveniently situated nearby.
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel Sydney, is perfectly located in the heart of the downtown waterfront district, in the center of Sydney's business district - adjacent to the Civic Centre, within easy walking distance of Centre 200 and Casino Nova Scotia, surrounded by the city's finest in shopping, dining and entertainment.
Liscombe Lodge
This Nova Scotia resort makes you feel like you are worlds away from city-life, while only two and a half hours from Halifax!. The incredible selection of activities available at the secluded Liscombe Lodge Resort and Conference Centre will ensure a perfect holiday.
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Skyline Trail
Lunenburg Harbour
Keltic lodge, Ingonish
Liscombe Lodge Resort
Peggy's Cove Village
Pictou
Skyline Trail
Annapolis Royal
White Point Beach
Luckett vineyard, annapolis valley
Liscombe mills
Cabot trail
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