Explore Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, Swissair flight 111 & Peggy's Cove

A Full-Day South Shore Tour from Halifax seamlessly combines Nova Scotia's raw natural beauty, colonial maritime history, and postcard-perfect architecture. This classic 6 to 7 hours coastal itinerary traces the scenic Lighthouse Route, taking you through four vastly different yet deeply connected maritime communities.

Itinerary

1. Lunenburg is a vibrant, picturesque port town on Nova Scotia's South Shore, globally recognized as one of only two urban communities in North America designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Established in 1753, the town is famous for its steep, hilly streets, brilliantly colored 18th- and 19th-century wooden architecture, and the distinctive "Lunenburg bump" dormer. (2h 0min)
2. Mahone Bay is a picture-perfect coastal town on Nova Scotia’s South Shore, celebrated as one of Canada's most beautiful communities. Located just 10 kilometres northwest of Lunenburg, this charming town is famous for its vibrant Victorian architecture, rich wooden shipbuilding history, and its globally recognized waterfront skyline. (15 min)
3. Swissair Flight 111 was a fatal crash involving a McDonnell Douglas MD-11 on September 2, 1998. The flight was traveling from New York’s JFK Airport to Geneva when an in-flight fire broke out above the cockpit ceiling. The aircraft crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near Peggy's Cove, killing all 229 people on board. (15 min)
4. Peggys Cove is a small, iconic fishing village on Nova Scotia’s St. Margarets Bay, globally famous for its raw Atlantic beauty and Canada's most photographed lighthouse. Situated roughly 43 kilometres southwest of downtown Halifax, this tiny community blends geological marvels, deep-rooted seafaring heritage, and local maritime art. (1h 0min)