Amazing Annapolis Valley Wine/Nature Tour

Tour Cost: $115.00 USD or $140.00 CAD Each Guest.

Famous for its beautiful sites and great tasting wine, the Annapolis Valley tours offer a day filled with the unique experience of high and low tides! Your guided tour begins at the Cruise Ship Pavilion or you can be picked up from any downtown hotel.

You will then travel through downtown Halifax to one of the two bridges crossing "The World's Second Largest Natural Harbour." Sit back and relax as you embark on an approximate hour-long drive to the western region of the Nova Scotia Peninsula along the Evangeline Trail, leading you to Nova Scotia’s wine country – the stunning Annapolis Valley.

This lush and fertile agricultural region is home to many vineyards and orchards, providing an adventure amidst its natural wonders.

Wine and nature enthusiasts alike will delight in a day spent discovering the history, beauty, and tastes of Nova Scotia's famed Annapolis Valley. Known as the "Land of Orchards, Vineyards, and Tides," this area boasts bucolic landscapes, pristine vineyards, and the renowned Bay of Fundy, all treasures to behold. Be sure to bring your camera to capture each exciting sight!

This tour is a wine lover's dream. You will visit three award-winning Nova Scotia wineries, including 1365 Church Street Vineyard & Winery, Planter’s Ridge, and Luckett’s, where you can sip and savor some of the unique local wines.

Since 2011, Nova Scotia wineries have been producing the province's signature white wine style, known as Tidal Bay. Wines labeled as Tidal Bay must contain 100% Nova Scotian grown grapes and follow strict production standards. While each producer’s blend is slightly different, Tidal Bay wines reflect the province’s terroir, offering a crisp and light taste profile. This appellation of origin wine, created by the Winery Association of Nova Scotia, mirrors the fine wine regions of Europe.

Among the favorite stops on this tour is Halls Harbour, known for having the highest tides in the world at the majestic Bay of Fundy, where over a billion tons of seawater flows during one tide cycle. Have your camera ready for stunning views from atop the 600-foot-high cliff known as Blomidon Look-Off, where you can take in the dramatic Bay of Fundy, Annapolis Valley, Cape Blomidon, and possibly even spot Bald Eagles.

You will also visit Grand-Pré, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that commemorates the 1755 expulsion of the Acadians, famously referenced in Longfellow's poem "Evangeline." The tour continues through the heart of the valley, passing through the historic 400-year-old village of Wolfville. As your heart fills with wild and wonderful memories, sit back and enjoy a relaxing scenic ride back to your waiting ship or hotel.

All prices are tax included, though guide gratuity, lunch (if you wish), and wine tasting fees are not included in the price.

Tour vehicles are Ford Transit 350 XLT HD AWD high-roof 15-passenger vans, with your guide Paul McNeil. There is a minimum of four guests and a maximum of ten guests, ensuring comfort for all. Luxury sedans may be available, accommodating four guests minimum and maximum as well, with knowledgeable guides.

The van is equipped with a microphone speaker system and a mounted Samsung 18.4 Galaxy View Tablet to enhance your tour experience. Complimentary cold water is provided in all tour vehicles (no deposit required; I trust my guests). Please provide your hotel or cruise vessel details and your cell/mobile phone number, which needs to be turned on while in Halifax, to confirm your tour...

**Cash Only USD or CAD on Shared Tours, please.**

Seating is by first confirmed, first choice in the tour vehicle. Most tours usually start at 9-9:30 AM with pick-up at any downtown hotel or meeting at Pier 22 Cruise Pavilion. Late-arriving cruise vessels will lead to tours starting 30 minutes after arrival in Halifax. **Annapolis Valley tours can start late, around 12-1 PM, depending on tide times.** 

**Tour vehicles and guides are subject to change.** Flying into Halifax's Robert L. Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)? We also offer pre-arranged luxury sedan service with AM/PM limousine. A luxury sedan to or from Halifax Airport costs $80.00 CAD, priced the same as a taxi.  

**Credit cards are accepted ONLY on private tours and for airport car service.** 

All van tours require a minimum of four guests and accommodate a maximum of ten guests. This tour recommendation is suitable for ages 19 to 100 years old due to the wine component.