Private 5 Hour Halifax & Peggy Cove Tour with Citadel Hill
Overview
Explore the perfect blend of Nova Scotia’s breathtaking coastal beauty and Halifax’s rich history, all in one private and personalized 5-hour experience. Travelers enjoy the flexibility and comfort of a private vehicle, allowing for a relaxed pace and more time at the stops that matter most. From the world-famous Peggy’s Cove lighthouse and dramatic Atlantic views to the moving Swissair Memorial, Titanic graves, and a full visit to historic Citadel Hill, this tour offers a unique combination of scenic sightseeing and meaningful local history. Designed with convenience in mind, it also includes an optional waterfront drop-off that is ideal for cruise passengers, just a short 15-minute walk to the ship. This experience is perfect for first-time visitors looking to see Halifax’s most iconic highlights in comfort and style.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Citadel Hill admission is not included; entry is free June 19–Sept 7, 2026. Outside these dates: adults and seniors pay CAD 12.50, and ages 17 and under are free.
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Your tour guide will contact you by phone call or text message within 24 hours prior to the tour to confirm pickup details and arrival time.Please wait at the agreed pickup location, such as your hotel entrance, cruise terminal exit, or designated meeting point, 5–10 minutes before the scheduled time.For easy identification, your guide may be holding a sign with your name on it. If you are unable to respond or cannot be reached by phone, your guide will still arrive at the confirmed pickup location and wait with a sign displaying your name.
What To Expect
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Peggy's Cove
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Peggy's Cove Swissair Flight 111 Memorial
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Fairview Lawn Cemetery
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Parking Fees.
- Citadel Hill admission is not included; entry is free June 19–Sept 7, 2026. Outside these dates: adults and seniors pay CAD 12.50, and ages 17 and under are free.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private 5 Hour Halifax & Peggy Cove Tour with Citadel Hill is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private 5 Hour Halifax & Peggy Cove Tour with Citadel Hill will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Citadel Hill admission is not included; entry is free June 19–Sept 7, 2026. Outside these dates: adults and seniors pay CAD 12.50, and ages 17 and under are free.
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
