Port
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Activity Level
Moderate
Excursion Type
All
Wheelchair Accessible
No
Starting At
$99.95
Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
Duration
Approximately 1½ Hours
Meals Included
Meals not included
Enjoy the sights and sounds of Halifax with a city tour aboard an authentic London double-decker bus.
Journey through the historic streets, learning about this landmark seaport and stopping at a dozen different downtown Halifax locations. Hop off and on the bus at a variety of stops and great shopping destinations, such as Historic Properties, the Titanic cemetery and Spring Garden Road.
At the Citadel Hill National Historic Site, witness the splendor, pageantry and precision of the changing of the guard. Enjoy a Fast-Pass admission ticket, which allows you access to the fort to see all the costumed interpreters and learn about life back in the day.
Discover the city's connection to the ill-fated first voyage of Titanic at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Your Fast-Pass admission allows you access to the whole museum, including various marine artifacts and some fascinating naval history.
You may choose to spend time shopping in the many one-off boutiques along Spring Garden Rd, in the Hydrostone area, and along the picturesque waterfront. Or discover the city's history at the Town Clock and St Paul's Church, and bask in the serenity of the Victorian-style Public Gardens.
Notes:
This outing is suitable for guests of all ages and is an excellent choice for families. The hop-on, hop-off bus is not exclusive to Holland America Line guests. The length of the hop-on-hop-off route averages 90 minutes without traffic delays and without stepping off at any stops. You are responsible for keeping track of the time throughout the day and allowing sufficient time to return to the ship. Tour operator is not responsible for delays beyond its control, such as traffic or detours. Due to the nature of this tour, there will be no refunds. Entrance fees to attractions along the route are not included. Minimum age is 1 year. The vintage buses utilized cannot accommodate scooters, wheelchairs, or other mobility devices.