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Mitch was a great guide. My son (Mihalis, 13 years old) and I, ended up with an unexpected private tour. We had a great time. Mitch is extremely knowledgeable about the local area and was very accomm....see more

Penny Mihalis

December 31, 2024
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This tour was amazing! Nilah taught us so much about the city! She made the tour lots of fun! I highly recommend a tour with her!

Maurita Thok

December 3, 2024
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We learned so much about the area and Nilah our guide was incredible. She is so friendly and knows so much. The places we visited and the beautiful scenes were so nice and hearing the history and stor....see more

Alissia

November 9, 2024
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We had an absolutely phenomenal time with our extremely knowledgeable and super friendly guide Nila. Wow what a walking encyclopedia of information. So down to earth and sweet, she made our time in Ha....see more

Lisa

November 1, 2024
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Nilah Wedlake was very knowledgeable of the area and went the extra mile to be sure we were taken care of and comfortable. She has a great personality and it shows she loves her job.

Kim Kolda

November 1, 2024
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Nilah was absolutely superb!! She was extremely knowledgeable and had answers to all our questions. She went over and above to see that we had the best experience! I would highly recommend her as a gu....see more

Lee Ann Long

November 1, 2024
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Nilah was an amazing guide! Great information delivered in a professional manner. She personalized our trip and made our Halifax and Peggy’s Cove experience unforgettable!

Terri Isaacs

November 1, 2024
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Excellent tour and well worth it. Guide was Nilah Wedlake and she was fabulous

Tony Fryer

October 31, 2024
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I had an amazing time today with Nilah my guide. I was surprised she still did the tour with just me. Was very relaxed and fun, and enjoyed the beauty all around me and the conversation.

Riley

October 29, 2024
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We really had a great time in Peggy’s cove. The drive was entertaining and informative- Big thanks to Cynthia for those stories not everyone knows. Time allotted on site was just right to enjoy it.

Marisol

October 27, 2024
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Wir hatten eine sehr unterhaltsame Zeit mit unserem Guide Evan. Seine humorvolle Art gestaltet den Ausflug sehr kurzweilig, seine Tipps zu Peggy´s Cove waren sehr hilfreich. Er war flexibel für Fotos....see more

Marc

October 27, 2024
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Had a great time today at Peggy's Cove with some colleagues while in Halifax. Our guide Nilah was spectacular! She told us about the history and areas around us and the history of lighthouses and ship....see more

Lisa

October 21, 2024
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We had the pleasure of doing a tour with our extremely knowledgeable and experienced tour guide Nilah Wedlake. I was amazed at how many facts, dates and history she knew about the area. Wonderfully en....see more

Eleanor

October 20, 2024
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I just finished the Express Tour to Peggy’s Cove with my guide Nilah. The scenery was incredible with the fall foliage on a perfectly clear and warm October Day. Nilah’s brilliant and entertaining st....see more

Della Shea

October 19, 2024
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Had a wonderful morning, Evan did a great job tailoring the trip to our wishes, from the Citadel to Peggy's Cove and everything in between, he was knowledgeable and a great guide, from where to shop i....see more

Lee

October 17, 2024
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Great tour! Very informative and interesting. Enjoyed learning about the Citadel, Titanic grave site and Peggy’s Cove. Would definitely recommend!

Michelle

October 15, 2024
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Great tour. Nilah was brilliant and very informative. Arrived on time for pick up.

Katrina

October 14, 2024
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I just finished this beautiful tour to Lunenburg from Halifax. The highlight of the tour was our guide, Jack. He is a native Haligonian (he taught me that word) and knew so much about the area and its....see more

John

October 13, 2024
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Nilah did a great job touring us through Halifax and Peggy’s Cove and explaining the sights and the history of Halifax.

Ron

October 12, 2024
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Our guide was fabulous! She is so knowledgeable and shared so much history , traditions and made this a highlight of our Halifax trip. She made this food experience not only tasty ( yes even the oyste....see more

Sandi

October 10, 2024
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We would give it 10 stars if possible!

Mike lOpalinski

October 10, 2024
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We went on a tour with Nilah through Halifax and Peggy’s Cove. Nilah was a great guide - very informative. She made a good itinerary better with her knowledge and sense of humor.

Bob W

October 9, 2024
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We booked the Peggy's Cover Small Group Tour and our tour guide was Nilah. She was so knowledgeable, she gave us so many facts and so much of information. We enjoyed our time at Peggy's Cove and time ....see more

Tara Prasad

October 8, 2024
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Great trip and even better tour guide Nilah was fantastic!

Cathie

October 7, 2024
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Private group tour with Evan was very good. As the group leader, I received several compliments on how good he was. This is a senior citizen group, so I'm not sure how many of our 26 will leave rev....see more

Suzanne Dollman

October 7, 2024
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We booked the Peggy's Cover Small Group Tour and our tour guide was Nilah. We had a group of 6 and Nilah met and picked us up at the port terminal. Nilah was extremely knowledgeable about the Histo....see more

Michael C

October 7, 2024
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I had a great trip with Nilah who was so accommodating and knowledgeable. The tour was beautiful and she was so helpful with all our requests. Peggy’s Cove is a beautiful place.

Mae

October 7, 2024
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We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Cynthia. She was very knowledgeable about everything we saw and she was great about sharing as much as we could absorb. The tour was just about the right length and....see more

Pamela Pugh

September 27, 2024
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The Express Tour to Peggy's Cove was excellent! Our tour guide - Cynthia - was fantastic. She was friendly, knowledgeable, super accommodating, and a good driver! It was a pleasure to spend 3.5 hours ....see more

Amanda Bruck Downing

September 23, 2024
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Our tour guide Cynthia was very friendly, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Thoroughly enjoyed our excursion.

Leslie Fielding

September 23, 2024
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Nila’s did an excellent job! Peggy’s Cove is lovely. Nilah is extremely knowledgeable, very informative. Highly recommend!

Debra GZ

September 17, 2024
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Nilah's tour was a riot! Weather dependent but we were lucky with the sunset and Peggy's Cove became quieter later on. Now I know where rabbits know to cross the road!

Rosemary Ashford

September 14, 2024
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Nilah was excellent, she is really knowledgeable of Halifax. We really enjoyed the trip and I really recommend this tour.

Fernanda

September 14, 2024
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What luck having Nilah as our guide from Halifax to Lunenburg. She went above and beyond showing us the sights travellings to Lunenburg and area.

Al Yakimchuk

September 13, 2024
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Evan was FANTASTIC!!!! So knowledgeable, some humor, lots of great stories. Highly recommend.

Paula Mayle

September 12, 2024
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Nilah W. gave us a superb narrative of the island as she drove us to Peggy's Cove and back. Loved the views, so beautiful. Peggy's Cove was amazing and it was so fun to walk around. So glad we went!

Halifax

September 10, 2024
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The tour was fantastic and our guide Andrew made it so much fun. The stops were varied and the food selection was amazing. If you’re interested in Halifax history, regional food and finding great rest....see more

Katy Steenstrup

September 6, 2024
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Nilah was amazing and answered all our questions while offering an in depth tour of Peggy's cove and is surroundings

Patrick Jacobe

September 3, 2024
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Nilah was an excellent tour guide. She was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. The tour was scenic and the perfect amount of time. I highly recommend.

Maureen

September 3, 2024
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I recently went on the Lunenburg tour, and it exceeded all my expectations. Our guide Nilah was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, providing fascinating insights and historical context on both H....see more

Caroline Herment

September 2, 2024
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Evan Mccalister was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable and passionate about his job. Thank you for the experience. Jodi and Sofia

Jodi

September 2, 2024
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Evan’s knowledge of Halifax is as strong as his enthusiasm! I wish we had more time in this beautiful city. Our small group was concerned about getting back to our ship on time. It was a holiday weeke....see more

Joan

August 31, 2024
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Had an amazing time touring the Halifax waterfront with Andrew! We happened to be the only family on the tour that afternoon, which was surprising considering it was a beautiful Saturday afternoon wi....see more

Garey

August 26, 2024
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Evan was fantastic, so knowledgeable and friendly. We enjoyed the tour very much!

H

August 23, 2024
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I had a wonderful time on my seesight-tours tour to Peggy’s Cove with my guide, Nilah. She was very knowledgeable, charismatic, and passionate about her Nova Scotian heritage. I would recommend her an....see more

Mya

August 23, 2024
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Guide was very informative.

Cheryl

August 19, 2024
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We had Evan today he was great and I would give him a 10 star if I could it was a great tour and he was very informative and made it a fun one, He was the best tour guide we ever had on a tour. Thanks....see more

Nora and Garth Lantz

August 19, 2024
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Evan - Was one of the very best tours I have been on. The guide Evan was excellent, informative and fun. Made the tour very enjoyable. Would definitely recommend this trip

Ann Goodman

August 18, 2024
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Evan rocked the tour for us today! His exuberance was contagious as he shared the love of his city and the highlights of the past and present. Recommend!

Tami Smith

August 17, 2024
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Nilah rocks! We had the best tour with her. She was engaging and very knowledgeable - gave us the history of Halifax and Peggy’s. Cove. We bombarded her with a lot of questions and she had answers t....see more

JulieR

August 16, 2024
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What a great tour. We decided to try a tour out during our stay in Halifax and made the great decision of booking with trip-shepherd. We went on the Peggy’s cove tour and our tour guide was Nilah. She....see more

Steven Ryan

August 16, 2024
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From Nilah's warm welcome to the friendly farewell at the end of our tour we had an excellent experience. She was so knowledgeable and obliging as well as being a good driver! She took us to 'bonus'....see more

Anne Macaulay

August 12, 2024
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Outstanding tour with Andrew Potter. It felt like I was visiting a friend in Halifax who knew some great places to eat. 10/10 experience! I highly recommend Andrew and this tour.

JR

August 11, 2024
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Nilah was such a positive vibe and provided such great information of the area. I would highly refer her for anybody in the area.

Sanamdeep Takkar

August 11, 2024
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Evan was knowledgeable, personable and fun. He provided an outstanding introduction to Halifax. Tour guide extraordinaire!

Jack and Cindy Kuykendall

August 10, 2024
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This was an amazing tour along with an amazing tour guide. He took his time with all questions and gave great history of each site we visited. Well worth the price!

Steve P

August 10, 2024
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Our tour guide and driver, Evan, was great. Fun, knowledgeable and great story teller. Before we got to Peggy's Cove , we had a chance to stop at the Swiss Air Flt 111 memorial. The views we amazi....see more

Jean Landon

August 5, 2024
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Wonderful tour guide, Evan is informative , funny , kind , just made the ride to Peggy's Cove so interesting!

Elina B

August 3, 2024
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Our experience with Nilah during our tour to Peggy’s cove was a wonderful. She is very knowledgeable and the perfect story teller. We recommend Nilah for your next trip to Halifax.

Nilah

August 2, 2024
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We had a great tour to Peggy’s Cove for sunset with Nilah, who was very pleasant and was a great driver! Book the tour! Glad we did.

Eileen McCusker

August 1, 2024
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Nilah was very informative and pleasant during our trip.

Sonya

July 30, 2024
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Evan was an amazing tour guide for our Peggy's Cove tour! He was so informative and charming. I really enjoyed learning all the things about Halifax and Peggy's Cove. I would recommend this tour and E....see more

Rumana

July 28, 2024
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Our driver, Evan, was absolutely amazing! So knowledgeable and friendly. We had a great time!!!

Nicole

July 28, 2024
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Evan was very friendly, knowledgeable and fun. Evan made our trip to Peggy’s cove enjoyable and helped us learn a lot of great facts. We would definitely go on a tour with him any time

Kelly

July 28, 2024
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Andrew was an awesome guide providing us with a ton of food and stories about Halifax. Definitely recommend, enough food to stuff you for lunch and dinner :)

Julie

July 26, 2024
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Evan gave a great tour, very knowledgeable and great sense of humor. Despite the fog, we had enjoyed the cove.

Julie

July 26, 2024
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We had a tour with Evan and he was awesome!! We learned so much, he was so helpful, and the drive was comfortable.

Stephanie Goldminc

July 25, 2024
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Nilah was such a pleasant and professional guide. She was knowledgeable about the area and gave recommendations of things to do and see in Lunenberg. Our included lobster roll at the Salt Shaker was d....see more

Nilah

July 25, 2024
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Nilah was really informative and made sure the whole group was ok. She is very knowledgeable and would highly recommend her as a guide.

Angela

July 24, 2024
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Very knowledgeable and friendly

Jackie Sherman

July 19, 2024
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Nilah was the best . I had the best day ever.

Colleen

July 19, 2024
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The best day ever.

Colleen

July 19, 2024
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Are tour guide Evan was amazing

Max

July 17, 2024
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Our guide Evan was amazing and made the tour so much more than we expected.

Rich McNeil

July 10, 2024
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A very good tour after a long flight the previous day. Evan told some some interesting tales with animation. He answered all my questions except one when he was honest and admitted he didn’t know

Peter

July 6, 2024
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Nilah was the Best Driver and Tour guide. Absolutely loved it! Exceeded my expectations. Very knowledgeable, and made us feel at ease. Highly recommend!!!

Debra

July 5, 2024
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Evan was a wonderful host and guide. Very knowledgeable. Enjoyed the ride.

himanshu tayal

July 4, 2024
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Nilah- did a wonderful job with our sunset tour to Peggy’s Cove and even though the weather didn’t cooperate she made it a very memorable trip. Highly recommend!!

Ty

June 28, 2024
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Jack was the best tour guide - expectations were so exceeded! I only had a half day to cover Halifax and Jack made it so worth it. So much knowledge and history was shared during my private tour. He m....see more

Chelsea

June 24, 2024
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Nilah became our tour guide when the pre arranged larger group excursion was cancelled! What a great experience to and from Peggy’s Cove with Nilah! She was informative, had no problem answering any q....see more

Nilah Wedlake

June 24, 2024
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A fantastic day exploring the area with Thor! He was great fun and so informative. We loved his stories and his insights. Peggy’s Cove is a stunning place, we thoroughly enjoyed it. Absolutely recomme....see more

Maggie Beevers

June 22, 2024
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Nilah was a great guide. Very fun and knowledgeable. Easy to book. Reasonable price. Would recommend to others.

Shannon Falsetti

June 15, 2024
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Fantastic tour! Nilah was extremely knowledgable. Highly recommend!

Jen

June 13, 2024
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Fantastic tour! Nilah was extremely knowledgable. Highly recommend!

Jen

June 13, 2024
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Despite an embarrassing hiccup on our part with our originally planned tour (least said about that the better!) our problem was resolved and we were booked onto the next tour. Nilah was first class - ....see more

Elaine Marrison

June 12, 2024
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This was a fantastic tour, and our guide Nilah had so much knowledge and made it so worthwhile. I'm so glad I booked it and would recommend to anyone!

Ana

June 11, 2024
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We visited Peggy’s Cove at sunset with Nilah. What a great tour! Thoroughly explained, extremely fun, and the warmest of persons. I cannot recommend this visit enogh. The place is like heaven on Earth....see more

Isabel P

June 1, 2024
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My boyfriend and I booked this tour to Lunenburg for the day. Our guide, Nilah Wedlake was kind, safe, entertaining, and informative. We learned and explored beautiful places. She introduced us to som....see more

Anjali Chudasama

May 30, 2024
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Mitchell our driver and guide was excellent. He was full of information and very helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed the trip and would recommend it as a way to see what is outside the city.

Julie Dickinson

May 21, 2024
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What a wonderful Tour with Nilah as tour Guide. Comfortable driving, welcoming feeling. A lot of nice stops. Nice vibe and energy. Thank you very much Nilah. Can’t wait to book a tour with you again .

Philipp G

May 20, 2024
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She was great!

Nilah Wedlake

May 15, 2024
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Nilah provided an excellent tour commentary. Highly recommend the Peggys Cove Sunset Tour.

Tom W

May 9, 2024
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Nilah was great. She went above and behind to make our trip special.

Nilah Wedlake

May 8, 2024
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We had the pleasure of having Thor as a guide for this amazing Tour. It is a must if visiting Halifax. It was our first time to Peggy's Cove and it was breathtaking. Thor was extremely knowledgeable a....see more

Angela and Vince Rines

May 6, 2024
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Nilah Wedlake did a wonderful tour. She is a great storyteller. I enjoyed all the tour, learned a lot in 3 hours. Nalah was so kind to drop me of at the hotel I stayed in Dartmouth. 🥰

Olena

May 2, 2024
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Our tour guide was Josh. He was very thorough and detailed and have great knowledge about Halifax and History. He was very polite and patient.

Jim

October 20, 2023
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Like the title says this was an excellent tour with a local, knowledgeable guide

Andrew Fontana

October 15, 2023
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Recommend this tour to beautiful Lunenburg. We also stopped in Mahone. Nilah was fantastic as a guide! She had some great stories and had us all laughing. 5⭐️

Laureen

October 4, 2023
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This tour was exactly what we wanted. Andrew (our guide) was fun and informative. Would definitely recommend this tour to others

Laureen

October 4, 2023
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Excellent tour. Evan Mc Callister ( morning tour) made our only day in Halifax very memorable - interesting and informative - can recommend !

Caz Lee

September 24, 2023
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We took the van tour of Peggy’s Cove and Lighthouse with Thor and Peter with 4 adults and 2 toddlers. It was great. They customized it to our needs. They dropped us at the lighthouse, let us explore a....see more

Jane Troup

September 24, 2023
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Josh was our driver/guide for this small group tour. He was extremely knowledgeable about the area, its people and history. We were able to spend more time at Peggy's Cove because of the smaller group....see more

crotonnana

September 14, 2023
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Andrew was an amazing tour guide! He customized the trip for me - and was able to highlight local sights that were of particular interest. He was grounded, informed, funny, and friendly. Highly recomm....see more

Laura Menard

September 12, 2023
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The tour was great and priced very fair for the services and convenience! Our guide, Nelah (unsure of spelling) was amazing!! She was knowledgeable, funny and well informed about all things Halifax an....see more

Michelle

August 27, 2023
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The trip up and back from Peggy’s Cove was great. Our guide was full fun stories and information. If you go to the Cove in early May like we did, dress warmly even to the extent of bringing a toque/ha....see more

John

August 27, 2023
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Great! Mack was amazing and would definitely recommend the tour!

Lucy

August 27, 2023
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Thankful for Ethan’s guide. He brought me a safe, informative and happy trip to Peggy’s cove.

JAMES

August 27, 2023
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Our guide was amazing and we thoroughly enjoyed the tour! Highly recommend!

Delilah

August 27, 2023
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Our tour guide Sarah was great, she told us many stories and I learnt so much about Halifax and it’s history. I highly recommend this tour!

Maria

August 27, 2023
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Our tour guide was awsome he provided so much information. We had an awsome time.

Audrey

August 27, 2023
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The tour took us to the lighthouse via a scenic route, it was nice to see things you wouldn’t normally have known about. The tour guide gave us plenty of time to explore and was friendly and helpful.

Emily

August 27, 2023
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Had plenty of time to enjoy the view and enjoy a meal at Peggy’s cove

Min Jung

August 27, 2023
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Magnificent! I visited Peggy’s Cove in the morning, which was a peaceful time of the day to take pictures and enjoy the village and restaurant. My guide Sarah made the experience even more interesting....see more

Roseane

August 27, 2023
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I had a very nice trip to Peggy’s Cove. The place is so beautiful, it was totally worth going, and Sarah was a very nice guide! The transfer was on time and very smooth. Would totally recommend!

Eleonora

August 27, 2023
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Our guide was amazing and we thoroughly enjoyed the tour! Highly recommend!

Delilah

August 27, 2023
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Excellent

Denise

August 27, 2023
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Our tour guide Sarah was great, she told us many stories and I learnt so much about Halifax and it’s history. I highly recommend this tour!

Maria

August 27, 2023
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Ethan was very friendly and informative about the area.

Michelle

August 27, 2023
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Taylor was a great guide. Friendly, dedicated, concerned with our well being and interesting.

Marie-France

August 27, 2023
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The tour was great. Taylor, our guide, was very informative and interesting.

DIxie

August 27, 2023
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Our guide was awesome. Very knowledgeable and funny, really made the trip fun

M Jones

August 27, 2023
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Nyla was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. The ride was comfortable and we had a perfect day for Peggy’s Cove.

Mary-Anne

August 27, 2023
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Great tour and stories by our tour guide!

Deborah

August 27, 2023
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Our tour guide, Nilah was absolutely amazing. Very sweet and very knowledgeable. She had some personal additions to the tour, which made it very enjoyable. The atmosphere was very laid back and we wo....see more

Sam&Jared

August 2, 2023
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We did the Sunset tour with Christine, there were just the three of us and her. She was super friendly and informative and knew the area well. We had 2 hours at Peggys Cove when all of the cruise ship....see more

THE SPENCES

July 30, 2023
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had a wonderful time on our tour to Peggy's Cove! Our tour guide was Mac, and he was very professional, knowledgeable, and he had great people skills. He was lots of fun and as my husband said he was....see more

Rick and Kathy

July 30, 2023
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That was a PHENOMENAL tour!! Adrien was friendly, knowledgeable, and such a delight! He answered all our questions and made the experience engaging and entertaining. His history of the province was un....see more

Adrien

July 20, 2023
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Our guide, Andrew, was very well informed. He distingushed fact from folklore, and helped us answer the proverbial question "Who was Peggy?!!". We loved the respect shown at the Fairview Lawn Cemete....see more

Yolanda

July 10, 2023
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In spite of a rainy day, we really enjoyed our tour to Lunenburg, thanks to our fantastic tour guide Evan, who provided us with all we needed to know about Halifax and Lunenburg. Thanks, Evan!

Eva Leo

July 4, 2023
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** Rewriting this review as I misspelled Evan’s name. Apologies! Evan was our tour guide today on our trip to Lunenberg. In one word he was AMAZING. The weather condition went pretty bad during the h....see more

Indranil Dasgupta

July 4, 2023
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Evin was our tour guide today on our trip to Lunenberg. In one word he was AMAZING. The weather condition went pretty bad during the highway and I was little anxious but he reassured us which made me ....see more

Indranil Dasgupta

July 4, 2023
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Had a very enjoyable tour, our guide was excellent and we tasted food we would otherwise not experienced.

Sandra

July 3, 2023
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I consider myself a full time traveler for a 65 year old man that is saying something, I have been all over the world, seen many sites and encountered many wonderful people but I have to say this tri....see more

Dave Oakley

July 2, 2023
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Our tour guide Taylor was awesome! She had great facts and stories to share during the drive but also balanced it with small talk and getting to know the guests. Taylor was perfectly on time with pick....see more

Ryan&Dawson

June 19, 2023
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Taylor was very friendly and enthusiastic about her hometown of Halifax as well as a safe driver. Nice work!

Yelena

June 13, 2023
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Just left a review for Taylor. Meant to leave 5 stars but accidently left 4 stars. She was great.

Dixie

June 12, 2023
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Loved this tour, tour guide was informative and fun

Stacey

June 12, 2023
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The guide was friendly and punctual. Had enough time to enjoy the location. Great tour!

Aparna

June 4, 2023
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So fortunate to have Nilah as our guide Despite being new to the job she was knowledgeable and informative about everything on the trip Funny happy easy to talk to and fantastic story teller 5 stars....see more

Cathie Jan and Morag

May 27, 2023
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We had the privilege of having Ethan as our tour guide for this wonderful adventure It was great to have someone local who grew up in the area very knowledgeable The tour was perfectly timed out to gi....see more

Corina

May 9, 2023
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4 hours of picture perfect scenery and entertaining and educational stories Thanks Ethan

janis easton

May 5, 2023
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My friend and I ended up having a private tour and it was fantastic Our tour guide Mak was super knowledgeable and very friendly and we would highly recommend this tour to anyone

Kerrie Stambler

May 1, 2023
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Mack was my tour guide He was approachable and friendly and full of interesting facts and stories He told me what things he would recommend and was a wonderful guide I would definitely recommend this ....see more

Lucy Painter

April 28, 2023
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Fantastic experience with Ethan who is very knowledgeable about the area and Halifax in general

Savisha

April 17, 2023
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Sarah was magnificent Very friendly and adding a lot of interesting facts and information about the area local life and tips Her historical knowledge is incredible she transformed my trip to Halifax I....see more

Roseane K L

April 16, 2023
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We really enjoyed our tour with Ethan The drive there and back was picturesque and we enjoyed learning about Halifax and Peggys Cove from Ethan Our guide was knowledgeable and great stkey teller I wou....see more

Saodat K

April 16, 2023
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Sarah was genuinely a great company She had so many nice stories to share it made the tour interesting She was also very accommodating and made me very comfortable throughout I will remember this tour....see more

Tehsin Chowdhury

February 20, 2023
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Had a fantastic time with Jack on the tour to Peggys Cove With it being low season I was the only person on the tour that day but Jack made sure I saw all the highlights and even some hidden gems Wou....see more

Anita

February 10, 2023
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Our tour guide Jay Beddice gave us an awesome tour of Peggys Cove and some historical perspective on Halifax Would highly recommend

Ishan

December 1, 2022
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Sarah was a wonderful guide and made our first visit to Halifax one to remember She was enthusiastic and had lots of neat stories to tell which made the journey that much better

David Andre

November 21, 2022
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Ethan Protheroe was a delightful informative amazing tour guide for our trip out to Peggys Cove im not sure about the exact date of our tour We enjoyed Ethans knowledge of Halifax history and current....see more

Sue Lobue

November 16, 2022
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We had fun with our Peggys cove tour our tour guide Sarah E is very knowledgeable with everything about Halifax

Joel B

November 14, 2022
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Our tour guide Cheryl green was very nice and a lot of fun to be with She was knowledgeable and interesting And we thoroughly enjoyed our time with her Thanks to Cheryl for a wonderful time

Patricia Malorzo

October 21, 2022
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Jay did a great job He knew his stuff even though he was new to the area We enjoyed the cove as well as the titanic graveyard and the fort

Leslie Snyder

October 18, 2022
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Ethan picked us up from the cruise terminal and we had a good ride to Peggs Cove loads of information thank you seesight tours I would highly recommend

Lesley Fletcher

October 11, 2022
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We were so happy to have Sheryl as our tour guide We had a wonderful time visiting Peggys Cove and what delicious Lobster Rolls there Would def use seesight tours again

Steve Baloga

September 23, 2022
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Our tour guide Stephanie was wonderful and a lot of fun would highly recommend this tour

Tracey Thompson

September 15, 2022
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We had the privilege of having Ethan as our tour guide for this amazing adventure It was wonderful having someone local who grew up in the area and was well acquainted with the history topography and ....see more

Vicky Zanatta

August 2, 2022
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Our tour guide was excellent, knowledgeable and personable. The ride was very comfortable. We learned a lot of the history and saw many of the sites in and around Halifax, including Peggy’s Cove and t....see more

Patrick_Y

April 1, 2022
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Beauty day, amazing tour guide, Jack; brought the stories to life. Peggy’s is a lovely destination. Good amount of time to wander. Great morning in Nova Scotia

Jill_D

April 1, 2022
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I had Adrian providing me an awesome tour guide of Peggy's Cove and Halifax area. Very welcoming with a personal touch and a lot of History and fun stuff. A+ for the experience. (Eveline from Montreal....see more

Anonymous

November 27, 2021
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Of course Peggys Cove,the lighthouse and beautiful scenery. A big also to the 2 gentlemen that were my guys. Knowledgable and fun!! Very enjoyable,a beautiful day. Thank you!

Anonymous

November 26, 2021
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Lyle was a great tour guide. He was very knowledgeable about Halifax and it’s history and easily shared his passion of this city. The tour was very thorough and was such a great value for the cost. Hi....see more

Anonymous

November 25, 2021
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The whole experience was wonderful! Adrian was an amazing tour guide, very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable! The tour itself was amazing!!!

Anonymous

November 24, 2021
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La citadelle, les belles maisons de Halifax et Peggy's Cove. Le guide, John (vient de St.John au Nouveau-Brunswick), a été remarquable : beaucoup d'informations historiques et géologiques et toujours ....see more

Anonymous

November 23, 2021
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Well worth the money. Our guide was well knowledgeable of his events and history of Halifax and surrounding areas.

Anonymous

November 22, 2021
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One of the best sightseeing tours we ever made, from the start o the end. We were picked up from the hotel entrance by our driver and tour guide Jack with a big smile on the face and a warm greetings,....see more

Anonymous

November 21, 2021
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A must for anyone visiting Halifax for the first time. We were lucky enough to have two tour guides that day. One was training and was also very knowledgeable. Along with Peggy’s Cove we got to see a ....see more

Anonymous

November 20, 2021
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Jack our tour driver was excellent and very personable. He provided some extremely anecdotes with respect to Peggys Cove, the Halifax explosion, Pier 21 and numerous others. The downtown portion was d....see more

Anonymous

November 19, 2021
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Worthwhile experience learning about Halifax. Very knowledgeable tour guide, even though he was still fairly new on the job. Excellent driver as well. Recommended!

Anonymous

November 18, 2021
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Guide ultra intéressant. Excellente connaissance générale de l’histoire d’Halifax! Véhicule très confortable.

Anonymous

November 17, 2021
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Jack the tour guide picked us up at our hotel . We toured Halifax and then went to Peggy's Cove and then returned to Halifax. Jack pointed out the major historical sites in Halifax including the Titan....see more

Anonymous

November 16, 2021
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This was the first excursion I did on arriving in Halifax and I was not disappointed. The tour guides were knowledgeable, friendly and made this one of the best experiences of my trip. Even though it ....see more

Anonymous

November 15, 2021
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I liked the small group size (my husband and I and another couple). Tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Sunset pictures looked amazing. There were a variety of dinner options at Rhubarb resta....see more

Anonymous

November 15, 2021
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Excellent tour, Aiden was amazing and knowledgeable. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

Anonymous

November 15, 2021
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Excellent guide! I learned about this incredibly beautiful and special area of Nova Scotia. Even though there was a little rain, it didn’t dampen my spirit or that of my wonderful guide. The ride ther....see more

Anonymous

November 15, 2021
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Amazing tour of Peggy's Cove and Halifax area with an authentic friendly local tour guide. A lot of history and fun facts. Thanks Adrian! We had a wonderful time!

Anonymous

November 15, 2021
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We loved our tour! Adrian m was a fantastic tour guide accompanied by Matt. He had great indepth knowledge of the area and made the tour interesting and fun. His flexibility and ability tot focus on....see more

Anonymous

November 15, 2021
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Very informative, interesting & interactive Driver kept us entertained & answered questions Very knowledgeable Peggys cove was fantastic! A must see

Anonymous

November 15, 2021
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Jack is really good considering that its his first time doing the tourguide job. Ill def book it again when i comeback to halifax.

Anonymous

November 15, 2021
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I loved that my tour guide was so enthusiastic and knew a lot of the history and knew what he was talking about. He was a very safe driver as well. Would recommend this tour for anyone who has never....see more

Anonymous

November 15, 2021
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THE TOUR WAS AMAZING!!! I highly recommend Jack as a guide!!! He was knowledgeable and shared so much useful information with us along the drive. He was professional and very patient as he answered al....see more

Anonymous

November 15, 2021
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Tour was excellent guide made it happen

Anonymous

November 15, 2021
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The tour was great ! Jake was amazing! So friendly and told us every details during the 4 hours tour. Very personalize tour that includes pick up / drop off at your hotel , so very convenient. The tou....see more

Anonymous

November 15, 2021
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Took the tour on Sunday March 1st 2020; in non-peak tourist season. Adrian; our tour guide was great and very knowledgeable; even on off-topic questions. He was very easy to chat with; explained a lot....see more

Genevieve_N

September 9, 2021
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Great tour and exceptional guide. Adrian is a wealth of knowledge; well spoken and a wonderful ambassador of this beautiful city.

tinarichardson

September 9, 2021
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Adrian N. White was our amazing tour guide. He was knowledgeable; personable. We enjoyed every minute of our tour thanks to Adrian’s fun and energetic personality. Mark Baron

markhbaron

September 9, 2021
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My boyfriend and I had a fabulous time on this tour. We only had 1 other person that tagged along so the tour was very private. Adrian was a great tour guide and provided us with much information abou....see more

Nicole Barbara Z

September 9, 2021
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Michael took us to Peggy's Cove and all over Halifax in a Honda van; total of 6 people. I dd not agree with all his comments; but he was very helpful; informative; and gave his guests a view into life....see more

Dadd302

September 9, 2021
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Michael was an engaging and friendly guide. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour!

Joan L

September 9, 2021
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It was a great experience and the tour guide; Michael was amazing! He had so much to share and made the trip very enjoyable! Thanks for this opportunity!

Lenore O

September 9, 2021
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Adrian took great care of us; he assisted all of us at the end of the tour with regard to restaurants; activities; etc. Very nice job!

0103jnartker

September 9, 2021
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Adrian was a great guide!! Super friendly; funny and very knowledgeable. My only negative I can say was the time spent at The Citadel-it was a little long. But all in all it was a great experience!

Leanne

September 9, 2021
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Outstanding 3 1/2 hour bus and walking tour including the Citadel, Fairlawn Cemetery and the Public Gardens. The primary reason it was outstanding was that Evan was the best tour guide I’ve ever been ....see more

Leo

October 2, 2024
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Had a great afternoon visiting the Citadel and the quaint and picturesque Peggys Cove. Excellent and comprehensive narration and storytelling by Evan throughout the tour. The fresh lobster roll we pur....see more

David Jones

September 16, 2024
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Our tour guide Nilah was wonderful. Very informative on the drive to Peggy's Cove. The sunset at Peggy's Cove was amazing. Be prepared for the mosquitoes.

Lorraine D

September 15, 2024
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Fabulous day exploring Lunenburg with our guide, Nilah, who is friendly and courteous. She shares her knowledge of history and present day in an engaging manner. I also travelled with Nilah to Peggy's....see more

Desleigh

August 22, 2024
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The trip was incredible. Our tour guide, Nilah, was lovely. She shared facts about NS and Halifax on our way to Peggy’s Cove in an interesting way. She drives very well as well. She dropped us off and....see more

Humayra

July 17, 2024
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Nila’s was lovely and shared lots of knowledge. It was great to take the “scenic route” to see Mahone Bay, Chester, etc. very tiny thing but having the clients interact a bit more ( where are you from....see more

Sandra

June 6, 2024
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Nilah was such a great tour guide, she had so many stories and was so accomodating and kind. Highly recommend her for a guided tour.

Baljeet

June 3, 2024
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Josh was our guide for this wonderful tour. He was very knowledgeable about the area, and added many more interesting historical facts about buildings, people and areas as we passed them. Peggy's Cove....see more

barbara jean karkanen

September 14, 2023
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Best of Halifax Walking Tour with Citadel + Maritime Museum. Very good afternoon with Mac our guide. Really nice to know more about the city. Mac is a very kind guy. Very interesting way to discover t....see more

Jean Paradis

August 9, 2023
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I was very impressed with this service. The Tour guide, I believe her name was Sarah, seemed to be quite knowledgeable.

Albert Johnson

July 2, 2023
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The sunset tour of peggys Cove was very informative and I loved the lighthouse and the stories of Peggy Definitely recommend doing that tour while in Halifax

Annabell

May 29, 2023
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It was a great experience to do while visiting Halifax We had explanations about the city and Peggys Cove ans it was interesting Thanks to our guide Jack for the tour

Jeremy

December 19, 2022
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We had a nice ride through Halifax. Our driver pointed out various points of interest along the way. I wish we could have made a stop or two or included the Maritime Museum. 90 minutes was too much ti....see more

Iris

November 4, 2024
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I took the tour from Halifax to Peggy’s Cove with Evan, he was very nice tour guide,he provided many fun details during the tour and share useful info. Peggy’s Cove is very nice to visit, I really enj....see more

Zarahy

September 29, 2023
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Robert

August 27, 2023
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Our guide, Taylor, was great. On the drive to and from Peggy's Cove, she pointed out interesting landmarks and the stories behind them. She was entertaining, friendly, and professional. Thanks!

Dixie button

June 12, 2023
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An excellent and knowledgeable guide on Peggy Cove history Titanic and Halifax Explosion

Sally Ito

May 29, 2023
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Sarah was a wonderful guide for our walking food tour Great knowledge of Halifax history and good insights abou the food we tasted A couple of recommendations Reduce the portion sizes 2 ppl split a lo....see more

Robert Ballantyne

May 28, 2023
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It was a good drive around the city and a good verbal history of different areas. Would have liked more time at Peggy’s Cove. 15 minutes was just not enough time. Good host!! Lyle was a very kind know....see more

Anonymous

November 15, 2021
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Lyle was an excellent guide. It was a very informative tour. Our guide gave us a bit of extra time at Peggy's Cove which was nice but it would be nice if the tour company could build in a little more ....see more

Anonymous

November 15, 2021
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My guide was excellent. His knowledge of the history and the important points of Halifax is wonderful. As the sole guest on this particular evening tour; there was a significant plus; a private tour w....see more

Anonymous

September 9, 2021
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Nice flexibility with our tour since it was small. Good service as well

Mary G

September 9, 2021
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The driver was a nice person There is no tour at all just a taxi service they pick you up and drop off That it

Macarena Rojas

November 30, 2022
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I paid for a 7hr tour $125 and only got 5.5hrs. Josh, my guide, was not aware it was supposed to be 7hrs. I couldn't do a couple things I wanted to & should've been able to if given the full experienc....see more

Doreen Labonte

November 13, 2023
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We had the pleasure of a personal tour with Mitchell. He was so personable, helpful and knowledgeable about Halifax, Peggy's Cove and so much more! He ensured were comfortable, and when we initially o....see more

Khadija

October 20, 2024
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I was on a cruise and was to be picked up at noon. Night before I received an email saying that the new pick up time will be between 12:30 and 1:00. At 12:55 I called to see where the tour guide is a....see more

Dan Dearing

October 13, 2024
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Tour operator no show. And no responses when attempting to contact Trisha here. Had to book a taxi and pay a lot more for hurried tour. Would highly not recommend this tour company!

Eddie

July 15, 2024

Halifax is the capital city of the east coast province of Nova Scotia. Historically, it has played an important role in maritime history - spanning events like the War of 1812 to the recovery of the Titanic. Today, Halifax offers reenactments on its famous star-shaped Citadel Hill. The downtown area is known for its vibrant nightlife, restaurants, bars and shops as well as its harbourfront. Halifax is also located less than an hour away from Peggy’s Cove - the most photographed lighthouse in Canada!

Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia has lots for you to explore - For anyone interested in Canadian history, Halifax is a great place to be, playing an important role in maritime history. We recommend a stop at Citadel Hill . - When looking to get the perfect picture, we suggest a stroll down the Halifax Harbourfront , offering a picturesque view of the Atlantic Ocean. - If you are looking to experience the bustling nightlife of Halifax we recommend you immerse yourself in the booming cultural, entertainment, and business hub - Downtown Halifax , offering museums, shops, and restaurants. - , offering museums, shops, and restaurants. Of course no trip to Halifax is complete without a stop at Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse , the most photographed lighthouse in Canada. Located around 45 minutes outside Halifax, this small fishing community is home to only 30 residents! - After visiting Peggy’s Cove, a great spot to grab some food that we recommend is Rhubarb Restaurant , minutes away from Peggy’s Cove offering fresh locally-sourced food.

FAQs


What are the top things to do in Halifax? 

Explore the best of Halifax's attractions! From the historic Citadel Hill to the vibrant Halifax Harbourfront, our tours cover the must-visit spots. Don't miss the iconic Peggy's Cove Lighthouse, one of Canada's most photographed landmarks.

 

How long is the Peggy's Cove Sunset + Halifax Dinner Night Tour? 

The Peggy's Cove Sunset + Halifax Dinner Night Tour lasts for approximately 4 hours, providing you with a perfect combination of breathtaking sunset views and a delightful dinner experience.

 

What is included in the Best of Halifax Tour including Peggy's Cove? 

Our Best of Halifax Tour includes a narrated drive to Peggy's Cove Lighthouse, where you'll get to witness its beauty, followed by exploring the best attractions in Halifax.

 

Can I take a private tour of Halifax including Peggy's Cove? 

Absolutely! We offer an exclusive Private Tour of Halifax, including Peggy's Cove Lighthouse, tailored to your preferences and schedule. Contact us for more information.

 

How far is Lunenburg from Halifax, and what does the Lunenburg Express Tour include? 

Lunenburg is located around 1 hour away from Halifax, and our Lunenburg Express Tour takes you to this UNESCO-designated Old Town. Explore its charm and immerse yourself in its rich history.

 

Is there a shorter option for visiting Peggy's Cove? 

Yes, if you're looking for a shorter tour, our Peggy's Cove Express Tour from Halifax is perfect. It allows you to witness the stunning Peggy's Cove without taking up too much of your time.

 

Can I cancel my tour reservation? 

We offer Free Cancellation for our tours. If your plans change, don't worry, you can cancel your reservation 24 hours before the tour without any charges.

 

How can I find more cities where See Sight Tours operates? 

To discover all the cities where See Sight Tours operates, head to our "Our Cities" page, and you'll find a list of locations with various tour options.

 

Are the tours conducted by experienced guides?

Yes, all our tours are led by knowledgeable and experienced local guides who are passionate about showcasing the hidden beauty of their respective cities.

 

How do I book a tour with See Sight Tours? 

Booking a tour is easy! Simply click on the "Book your Tour" button and follow the instructions to reserve your spot on the desired tour.

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