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Holidays to Nova Scotia

Prepare to embark on a captivating holiday filled with breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage and unforgettable experiences.

Nova Scotia is renowned for its rugged coastlines, colourful fishing villages and historic sites, which you can explore by car, motorhome or escorted tour.

From the capital of Halifax, to the northern reaches of the scenic Cabot Trail, a Nova Scotia holiday rewards visitors with outdoor adventures, cultural discoveries and peaceful retreats.

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Featured Itinerary

Fundy National Park, New Brunswick

Canadian Maritimes by Motorhome

Halifax | Lunenburg | Kejimkujik National Park | Digby | Bay of Fundy | Kouchibouguac National Park | Charlottetown | Lake Ainslie | Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Motorhome Holiday 16 days from £1399

Nova Scotia Holidays

These itineraries to Nova Scotia and Eastern Canada can be booked as they are or tailored to suit your plans.

Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia

Highlights of Nova Scotia

Halifax | Peggy’s Cove | Baddeck | Louisbourg | Cabot Trail | Wallace | Digby | Bay of Fundy | Lunenburg

Self Drive 10 days from £1099
Skyline Trail, Cape Breton Island

Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island

Halifax | Lunenburg | Annapolis Royal | Bay of Fundy | Wolfville | Charlottetown | Prince Edward Island National Park | Cape Breton | Cabot Trail

Self Drive 14 days from £1639
Couple viewing Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia

Explore Atlantic Canada

Halifax | Baddeck | Louisbourg | Cabot Trail | Charlottetown | St. Andrews | Digby | Yarmouth | Lunenburg

Self drive 17 days from £1899
Fundy National Park, New Brunswick

Canadian Maritimes by Motorhome

Halifax | Lunenburg | Kejimkujik National Park | Digby | Bay of Fundy | Kouchibouguac National Park | Charlottetown | Lake Ainslie | Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Motorhome Holiday 16 days from £1399
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Canadian Maritime Landscapes

Halifax | Baddeck | Cape Breton | Cabot Trail | Charlottetown | Prince Edward Island | Bay of Fundy | Digby | Peggy’s Cove

Escorted Tour 12 days from £4825 £4340
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Quebec City, Quebec

Quebec, Halifax & Fogo Island

Quebec City | Halifax | St. John’s | Fogo Island

Holiday Idea 10 days from £4925
Toronto, Canada

Grand Eastern Rail Journey

Toronto | Niagara Falls | Ottawa | Montreal | Quebec City | Halifax

Rail Holiday 12 days from £1735
VIA Rail

Canada Coast to Coast

Vancouver | Jasper | Icefields Parkway | Banff | Toronto | Niagara Falls | Montreal | Quebec City | Halifax

Rail Holiday 17 days from £2995
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    Nova Scotia Experiences

    Pre-book your day tours and activities to make the most of your time in Nova Scotia.

    Peggys Cove Lighthouse at sunset, Nova Scotia, Atlantic Canada, Canada

    Peggy’s Cove

    From Halifax

    Half Day Tour
    Harbour Hopper, Halifax, Nova Scotia

    Halifax Harbour Hopper

    Halifax

    Amphibious Sightseeing Tour
    Wine & Lunch Escape, Nova Scotia

    Wine & Lunch Escape

    From Halifax

    Day Tour

    Hotels in Nova Scotia

    Make the most of your time in Atlantic Canada by choosing to stay in these hotels.

    Guest Bedroom, Sutton Place Hotel, Halifax, Nova Scotia

    Sutton Place Hotel

    Halifax, Nova Scotia

    Hotel

    ★★★★★

    Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

    The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

    Halifax, Nova Scotia

    Hotel

    ★★★PLUS

    Aerial, White Point Beach Resort, Nova Scotia

    White Point Beach Resort

    White Point, Nova Scotia

    Hotel

    ★★★★

    Digby Pines Golf Resort

    Digby Pines Golf Resort & Spa

    Digby, Nova Scotia

    Hotel

    ★★★★

    Silver Dart Lodge

    Silver Dart Lodge

    Baddeck, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia

    Hotel

    ★★★

    Keltic Lodge, Hotel, Nova Scotia, Aerial, Cliffs

    Keltic Lodge Resort & Spa

    Ingonish, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia

    Hotel

    ★★★★

    Guest Bedroom, Fox Harbr Resort, Nova Scotia

    Fox Harb’r Resort

    Wallace, Nova Scotia

    Hotel

    ★★★★PLUS

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    Nova Scotia Holidays 2024 & 2025

    Experience the unparalleled beauty and rich cultural heritage of Nova Scotia on your next holiday. Immerse yourself in stunning wilderness, stay in charming coastal towns and soak in the view from the top of historic lighthouses. Indulge in the region’s delectable seafood cuisine, and embark on outdoor adventures like hiking, kayaking and whale watching.

    Where is Nova Scotia?

    Nestled along Canada’s east coast, Nova Scotia is a peninsula jutting out in to the Atlantic Ocean from neighbouring New Brunswick. To its north is the island of Newfoundland and its southwest is the state of Maine in the USA.

    Is Nova Scotia part of the Canadian Maritimes?

    The Maritime Provinces are located along Canada’s Atlantic Coast and include Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island.

    The term ‘Maritimes’ is derived from the region’s historical connection to the sea and maritime industries such as fishing, shipbuilding, and trade. ‘Atlantic Canada’ refers to the Maritime Provinces, as well as Newfoundland and Labrador.

    What is the best way to travel to Nova Scotia?

    Direct flights from the UK to Halifax take around seven hours. The Nova Scotia capital is also well connected with other Canadian cities by plane and VIA Rail.

    The peninsula of Nova Scotia is connected by road to the neighbouring provinces of New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island, the latter by the incredible 12.9 km The Confederation Bridge. You can  also travel between Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland by ferry.

    When is the best time to visit Nova Scotia?

    The most popular time to visit Nova Scotia are the summer months of July, August and September. Although peak season is busier, crowds are rarely a problem and long daylight hours make exploring rewarding.

    Visiting Nova Scotia in September and October offers a mosaic of autumnal colours, whilst the spring months of May and June bring wild flower meadows and migrating whales to the coastal waters.

    How long to spend in Nova Scotia?

    We recommend at least a week to tick off Nova Scotia’s highlights, but longer if you have the time.

    In a week you could enjoy a couple of days in Halifax, visiting the historic fort and modern waterfront, then either head north to the rugged coast around Cape Breton Island or south to explore Kejimkujik National Park. With two weeks in Nova Scotia, you can combine both.

    What should you expect from a Nova Scotia holiday?

    The people of Nova Scotia are known for their warm welcomes and laid-back approach to life, so a holiday to Nova Scotia should never be rushed.

    With over 8,000 miles of scenic coastline, your Nova Scotia holiday is likely to involve the sea, be it on a whale watching cruise, enjoying the view from the top of a lighthouse or just wandering along one the province’s many beautiful beaches.

    Nova Scotia is home to an abundance of wildlife. From charismatic moose to reclusive bears, friendly whales and a vast variety of birdlife, you are likely to see something wild in Nova Scotia!

    How do you plan a Nova Scotia Road trip?

    It is easiest to travel around Nova Scotia by car or motorhome. There are only a few roads that can’t be described as ‘scenic’ in Nova Scotia. Our top five scenic driving routes on Nova Scotia are:

    • Cabot Trail – considered one of  North America’s most scenic drives, the Cabot Trail stretches for 180 miles around the stunning Cape Breton Island, offering panoramic views of rugged coastline, cliffs, and the Atlantic Ocean
    • Lighthouse Route – a 208 miles drive following Nova Scotia’s South Shore, past historic fishing villages, charming coastal towns and iconic lighthouses
    • Sunrise Trail – stretching for 186 miles along Nova Scotia’s Northumberland Shore, the Sunrise Trail offers stunning views of rugged cliffs and sandy beaches between charming seaside communities
    • Evangeline Trail – winding along the Bay of Fundy and the Annapolis Valley, this 250 mile route showcases the region’s natural beauty, including rolling hills, vineyards, tidal marshes and historic Acadian villages
    • Glooscap Trail – taking in the Bay of Fundy’s Minas Basin and offering stunning vistas of unique geological formations, this driving route covers 250 miles, showcasing the dramatic tidal changes of the Bay of Fundy

    Read more about planning your Nova Scotia Itinerary in our Travel Blog: Exploring the Best of Nova Scotia

    Your Perfect Nova Scotia Holiday

    Whether you want to sample fresh lobster on the waterfront in Halifax, or spot moose on the Cabot Trail, ask one of our Canada Experts to create a Nova Scotia holiday to suit you.

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    With FREEDOM, you can combine your flights with a self drive, escorted tour or city stay.

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