Nova Scotia Bike Tour
Tour Overview
Bike Tour from Halifax to Annapolis Royal, Wolfville, and Lunenburg
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Start: Halifax, NS | End: Halifax, NS
Bikes: View Fleet |
E-Bikes Available ( Limited. Request Early)
Rating: Intermediate Trips
Our Nova Scotia Bike Tour starts in historic Annapolis Royal. We witness the extraordinary tides of the Bay of Fundy and ride the coastal route to Victoria Beach. Explore backcountry farmland and small villages en route to Dempsey Corner Orchard or “The Heart of the Annapolis Valley.” Bike in Wolfville and the Minas Basin, an area known for its agricultural dykes. Witness the dramatic tidal changes caused by the dykes. Discover Lunenburg’s vibrant UNESCO World Heritage town. Cycle along scenic causeways on the LaHave Islands, where you can watch lobster boats bring in their daily catch.
Lodging Information
Distinctive lodging, carefully selected to complement your tour.
Oak Island Resort, Lunenburg
Wake up on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean with salty breezes and stunning views at Oak Island Resort. (2 Nights)
Tattingstone Inn
This historic inn offers a casual, elegant setting and is known for its delicious breakfasts, which are created with fresh, local ingredient and made to order. (1 night)
Queen Anne Inn
This 1865 Heritage property is beautifully set among stately Elm and Maple trees and is one of the finest properties in the Maritimes. (2 nights)
Date and Pricing
- 2026
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What's Included
- Support of experienced tour leaders from start to finish
- Full van support for a variety of route options
- Custom Sojourn jersey and water bottles – both yours to keep
- 5 nights at distinctive and historic Nova Scotia inns
- All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
- Complimentary use of Sojourn’s equipment and bikes [Our Bike Fleet]
- Tandem Custom Built Cannondales or Co-Motions options at an added cost of $300
- Baggage transfers and porterage
- Limited E-Bikes are available on a first-come, first-serve basis
- All breakfasts, two lunches, and four dinners
- Daily route directions, maps, and a downloadable GPS
- 5% Past Traveler Discount to use on your next Sojourn Tour
FAQs
- Start & End: The tour starts in Halifax Stanfield Airport at 12:30 PM (YHZ). The trip concludes at the same airport at the end of the week at 2 PM.
- Meals: All breakfasts and most dinners and lunches are covered. We leave a few evenings and afternoons open for you to explore the variety of restaurants in the area. We strongly recommend researching opening times and making a reservation for the restaurants you pick.
- Accommodations: The inns on this trip are quite nice, but can offer more casual service than is common for Sojourn tours. The area is very rural, and these boutique locations offer authentic and comfortable service.
- Shuttle: In order to offer you the best of an area on a trip, we sometimes have to make liberal use of shuttles. On this trip, there is a 2 ½ hour shuttle ride from the Halifax to Annapolis Royal at the start of the trip. Upon tour conclusion, there is a 1 ½ hour shuttle back to Halifax.
- E-Bike: Limited number of E-bikes are offered on a first come first serve basis.
- Van support: There are a few longer ride days and you can choose to ride as much or as little as you want. Our vans are always there to offer you a break.
- Flexibility: Our trips are designed to be flexible, giving you the freedom to experience it the way YOU want. So if you want some downtime or to do things on your own, our leaders will work to find you the best days to do it.
- Level of Riding: This is rated as an easy/intermediate trip with barely any bigger hills, but still some elevation on most days. Currently, the longest distance you can ride is 74 miles in a single day but once again you can choose to opt for as little riding as you’d like.
- Routing and Scheduling: The itinerary we provide can change on a certain day in terms of restaurant time, road closures, and weather conditions. Our leaders are fully trained at offering alternate plans and solutions. We seek your cooperation and promise to deliver the best vacation experience regardless.
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DAY BY DAY
Nova Scotia Bike Tour
Welcome to Nova Scotia & Lunenburg
Welcome to Nova Scotia and the colorful waterfront town of Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its maritime heritage and beautifully preserved architecture. Upon arrival at Halifax Airport, we will transfer you to Mahone Bay. After a professional bike fitting, enjoy a warm-up ride to Lunenburg and the picturesque fishing village of Blue Rocks, known for its rugged coastline and working harbor. From there we will drive to the oceanfront Oak Island Resort, your home for the evening. Tonight, gather with your group for a welcome reception and dinner overlooking the Atlantic.
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Oak Island Resort
DCoastal Villages & the LaHave Islands
This morning wake up to the salty breezes of the Atlantic. After breakfast, travel past weathered coves, across scenic causeways, and over rustic bridges to the LaHave Islands. Ride through the sleepy seaside villages found here and watch lobster boats bring in their daily hauls. A late afternoon stop for tea and scones at Lahave Bakery is a treat, as this year-round bakery and cafe is considered a 20th-century riverside landmark. Tonight you explore Lunenburg and it’s culinary highlights at your own pace.
20, 40 Oak Island Resort BMahone Bay & the Annapolis Valley
This morning, ride along the Atlantic Coast to the postcard-perfect town of Mahone Bay, famous for its waterfront churches and nautical charm. After lunch, transfer inland to Wolfville, a vibrant university town nestled in the heart of the Annapolis Valley and known for its fertile farmlands and historic dykelands. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon ride through town and the surrounding countryside. This evening, savor a multi-course dinner at the elegant Tattingstone Inn, your home for the night.
10,18 Tattingstone Inn B, L, DThrough the Heart of the Annapolis Valley
Today features the tour’s most rewarding ride as you journey through the scenic farmlands of the Annapolis Valley. Cycle past rolling fields, small villages, roadside farm stands, and Nova Scotia’s iconic hay bales. Midday, enjoy lunch at Dempsey Corner Orchard, often referred to as the “Heart of the Annapolis Valley.” Continue riding through this picturesque landscape before arriving in historic Annapolis Royal, one of Canada’s oldest European settlements and a designated National Historic Site.
30, 48, 74 Queen Anne Inn B, LHistory & Tides of the Bay of Fundy
Today’s ride highlights the remarkable history and natural wonders of the Annapolis Basin. Pass the Annapolis Royal Generating Station, once home to North America’s only tidal power facility, before continuing to Port-Royal National Historic Site. Here, explore the reconstructed Habitation at Port-Royal, one of the earliest European settlements in North America. This evening, celebrate your Nova Scotia adventure with a memorable farewell dinner alongside your fellow travelers at one of Annapolis Royal’s finest restaurants.
17, 34 Queen Anne Inn B, DFarewell to Nova Scotia
Enjoy a relaxed morning exploring more of Annapolis Royal’s rich history and charming streets. Take in the town’s heritage sites, waterfront views, and welcoming atmosphere before gathering for lunch. This afternoon, transfer back to Halifax, where your Nova Scotia cycling adventure comes to an end, leaving you with lasting memories of coastal landscapes, maritime culture, and exceptional rides.
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