Day-To-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Halifax and cycling around Aspotogan Peninsula, 31 mi. (50 km)
Transfer from Halifax at 9:30 AM to Hubbards where you will begin your ride around the Aspotogan Peninsula, a famous route for local cyclists. You will pass through traditional fishing villages of Blandford, Aspotogan and Northwest Cove, and by the beach at Bayswater. If you'd like to explore further, it is recommended you cycle to "New" Harbour to see where the biggest whaling station in Eastern North America used to operate. You can stop to gaze at the distant lighthouse on East Ironbound Island and also see a fairytale castle that inspires myths and tales. Finish cycling in Chester and transfer to Lunenburg if required. Guided tour includes lunch and dinner.
Day 2: Chester or Hubbards - Lunenburg, 15 or 31 mi. (25 or 50 km) - a longer or shorter option given
Enjoy a delicious breakfast before experiencing one of Nova Scotia’s most interesting rides with gives longer or shorter distance options. The short route begins at Martin’s River and the longer route begins in Chester. From Indian Point to Lunenburg, the roads follows the shoreline and is a cyclist's dream come true. You can decide to cycle at a leisure pace or speed to Lunenburg. Be sure to allow for time to explore the wonders that make this tiny but bustling town a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Fortunately, a mid-day highlight is the village of Mahone Bay, where there are hidden coffee shops, proud artisans, cafes, beautiful boats, and a maritime village feel that makes one inclined to linger. Guided option includes breakfast and dinner.
Day 3: Loop around Lunenburg, 13 mi. or 26 mi. (21 or 41 km) plus side trips. Optional 2 hour mid-day hike or all day guided sea kayak adventure
This is a beautiful ride to the sweet smelling LaHave Bakery, with optional side trips to the seacaves at The Ovens Natural Park, and the beautiful beaches near Kingsburg, where you can choose to explore a magnificent headland hike. In the afternoon, you will return to Lunenburg to explore more of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you prefer, a full day paddle (one of the best sea kayak experiences in Nova Scotia) is available as well. You will meander through many islands, both inhabited and wild, and will normally be visited by dozens, maybe hundreds, of seals. There is a supplemental fee for the sea kayaking and needs to be reserved in advance. Guided option includes breakfast only.
Day 4: Lunenberg - Wolfville, bicycle up to 29 mi. (47 km)
After crossing the LaHave cable ferry early in the morning, you'll want to pay another visit to the bakery. You can visit Fort Point Lighthouse and museum before enjoying another of the best coastal rides in Nova Scotia. Passing through several seaside hamlets: Broad Cove, Vogler's Cove, Little Harbour, Cherry Hill Beach, and Beach Meadows, you will finish with a delightful picnic lunch near the lighthouse at Port Medway, before a two hour transfer to Wolfville, where you will spend the next two days exploring the bountiful valley and Fundy coast. Guided option includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 5: Loop around Hall's Harbour and Blomidon, 47 mi. (76 km) or 14 km hike, if preferred.
Ride through the Acadian dykelands and apple orchards with beautiful views of Cape Blomidon. The climb over North Mountain is well worth it and you're rewarded with a descent to picturesque Hall's Harbour, where lobster can be purchased on the wharf for immediate enjoyment while you watch the astounding tidal flux. Return to Wolfville on quiet roads in time to choose from the many dinner options in a small university town setting. An alternative is a four hour hike that takes you to Cape Split where you can wander along the precipices hundreds of feet above the Bay of Fundy, whose waters are transformed by strong tides into a tapestry of eddies, whirlpools, and white water currents. Enjoy a delicious lunch overlooking the expansive views of sea and sky before savouring the hike back to civilization and the choice of several excellent dining options in Wolfville. Guided option includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 6: Wolfville, transfer to Halifax, 4 mi. (6 km) walk; 9 mi. (15 km) cycling; longer rides available up to 47 mi. (75km)
Today you'll Visit the Acadian site of Grand Pré, about where Longfellow’s, Evangeline, was written, and learn why Acadian culture has influenced so much of the world. After a picnic lunch, spend the afternoon riding between wineries that have been established here to take advantage of the amazing sunny microclimate. If water levels are high enough you can float lazily down the Gaspereau River atop an inner tube through apple orchards toward the sea. Others may choose to climb to Lumsden’s Dam for a fresh water swim before transferring to Halifax by 5 PM. Guided option includes breakfast and lunch.
*Changes to the itinerary are possible!
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