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Explore Nova Scotia with Bundled Self Guided Audio Tours

10–12 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Explore Nova Scotia with Bundled Self Guided Audio Tours

About this activity

Discover Nova Scotia with 5 immersive, self-guided audio tours—4 walking and 1 epic scenic drive! Hear 125+ GPS-triggered stories on your smartphone: no schedules, no crowds, no pressure!

WALKING: Halifax: Explore the vibrant Boardwalk & Seaport, Churches, Gardens, Graveyards, and the powerful story of the 1917 Halifax Explosion. Discover rich maritime heritage and a dynamic downtown at your own pace.

Sydney: Historic Downtown Sydney. Explore one of the most historic towns in Canada’s Maritimes, once known as the Steel City.

DRIVING: Cabot Trail: Explore 50+ Points of Interest as you travel the famous Cabot Trail, a journey along one of the world's most scenic coastal drives! Breathtaking views and charming communities await.

Why Choose Self-Guided? Start, pause, or resume any tour anytime—they never expire! The GPS map shows your location and plays audio automatically. Just book, download, and go. One purchase = one device download.

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At a glance

Duration
10–12 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Audio guide
English
Written guide
English
Operated by
Tripvia Tours

What is included

Included

  • Included: Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
  • Included: Hands free (audio plays automatically)
  • Included: Tours: Halifax Seaport & Boardwalk, Churches, Gardens & Graveyards, Explosion & Historic Sydney.
  • Included: Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours.
  • Included: Driving Tour: Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Island
  • Included: Customer Service via Phone & Email

Not included

  • Not included: Smartphone or tablet
  • Not included: Transportation (use your own vehicle)
  • Not included: **Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or reasons beyond our control.
  • Not included: Attraction tickets

Itinerary

  1. Halifax Seaport Farmer's Market

    5 min

    Visit the oldest continuously open farmers market in all of North America.

  2. Stop 2

    5 min

    A statue of a man holding a suitcase. There has to be more to it than that, right!? There is! We'll tell you all about it.

  3. Stop 3

    5 min

    No, you're not seeing things.. those light posts are definitely crooked. Well tell you about the inspiration behind the famous sculpture.

  4. Stop 4

    5 min

    Learn all about the boardwalk itself from the boutiques to the murals, statues, attractions & more.

  5. Stop 5

    5 min

    See Canada’s oldest working clock that's been telling time for over 250 years! The nine-foot pendulum encased in the base is driven by a 250 pound weight.

  6. Stop 6

    5 min

    As you explore the historic graveyard, we'll tell you about the lost grave of William Condon.

  7. Stop 7

    5 min

    As you stroll through this spectacular urban garden, we'll tell you all about it! There's a number of points of interest to explore here.

  8. Stop 8

    5 min

    While walking along what was once a swampy wasteland, you'll see ducks and geese and even a quiet spot to sit and learn some of the history of the pond.

  9. Stop 9

    5 min

    We'll tell you about the ginormous Halifax Armoury built in 1895 as a drill hall for volunteer militia and what it's being used for today.

  10. Stop 10

    5 min

    You'll learn about a Gothic Revival Cathedral and how the effects of the Halifax Explosion in 1917 are still being felt today.

  11. Stop 11

    5 min

    We'll tell you how the park began as military grounds to it's rebuilding of a neighbourhood park and memorial today.

  12. Stop 12

    5 min

    We'll tell you about the impressive monument to the people of Halifax and Dartmouth, who experienced first-hand, the devastation of the Halifax explosion.

  13. Stop 13

    5 min

    We'll tell about the controversy around this structure and why it ended up being built here.

  14. Stop 14

    5 min

    TUDOR REVIVAL. As you walk along you'll see a block of rowhouse cottages, built using the English style, for surviving families.

  15. Hydrostone Market

    5 min

    Our tour ends here at the Hydrostone Market. This tour was not about monuments or buildings but about the people who lived through that awful day and those who raced to help them.

  16. Baddeck

    5 min

    Hear Alexander Graham Bell tell you why he has a museum dedicated to him! You can even visit the National Historic Site and Museum which is close by.

  17. Stop 17

    Passing by

    One of the prettiest spots along this section of the trail where several brooks join to flow into the cove. If waterfalls are your thing, there are several beautiful ones along Goose Cove Brook that are easily accessible.

  18. Stop 18

    Passing by

    A famous stop along the Trail. In business since 1976 they offer everything you need for a road trip including their legendary lobster sandwiches!

  19. Stop 19

    Passing by

    Hear how the two harbours of Ingonish benefited the Mi'kmaq over 9000 years ago and continues to benefit residents and tourists today.

  20. Cheticamp

    Passing by

    Welcome to one of the Acadian capitals of the world! It’s a popular tourist town with whale watching, a museum, several restaurants and an excellent golf course.

  21. The Big Fiddle

    Passing by

    Crafted from solid steel by local artist Cyril Hearn, it’s a powerful symbol that honors the profound Celtic culture that beats at the heart of this island.

  22. Stop 22

    Passing by

    You might be wondering why a city the size of Sydney needs such an impressive building, and the truth is, the current structure serves much more than just the former city. We'll tell you why....

  23. The Highland Arts Theatre

    Passing by

    Built in 1911 as Saint Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, it was once able to seat a thousand parishioners and still boasts a magnificent Casavant organ—the largest in all of Cape Breton.

  24. Stop 24

    Passing by

    At the northeast corner of Nepean Street stands what was once the Holy Angels Convent. Commissioned by Father Quinan of Sacred Heart Parish over 140 years ago...

  25. Jost House Museum

    Passing by

    Officially the oldest home in Sydney!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • The tour starts and ends at the Big Fiddle at the Port Sydney.

  • The tour starts and ends at Buckwheat Corner at the intersection of Cabot Trail Road and the Trans Canada Highway.

  • HALIFAX EXPLOSION: This tour starts and ends at the Hydrostone Park.

  • HALIFAX CHURCHES, GARDENS & GRAVEYARDS: This tour starts and ends at the Holy Cross Cemetery.

  • HALIFAX BOARDWALK & SEAPORT: This tour starts at the south end of the Halifax Boardwalk.

End point

  • HALIFAX BOARDWALK & SEAPORT: This tour ends at the north end of the boardwalk in the Historic Properties.

Using your ticket

Thanks for booking the Explore Nova Scotia with Bundled Self Guided Audio Tours Bundle!!

**HOW TO DOWNLOAD THE TRIPVIA TOURS APP & GET STARTED **

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  • Important - Make sure you have a strong Wi‑Fi or mobile data connection while the tour downloads.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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