Nova Scotia Multisport
Nova Scotia is a colorful patchwork of fishing hamlets, inland farms and weathered lighthouses. Just as colorful is its palette of cultural influences, a blend of Scottish, British, German, French, Swiss and Micmac Indian. Get to know this friendly province with Backroads as we bike on country roads that weave their way from rocky coastal shores to fragrant stretches of apple orchards and strawberry fields. And explore the famous Lighthouse Route, dotted with colorful fishing villages and secluded coves.
Days 1-2 white point
Meet in lively Halifax, settled in 1794 by the British 
Ride on quiet coastal roads along ruggedly beautiful headlands and South Shore lighthouses Walk through a dwarfed seaside forest and follow a trail that weaves through Kejimkujik Seaside Adjunct, home to nesting piping plovers.
Days 3-4 lunenburg
Hike along an old coastal cart path and white-sand beaches from Broad Cove to Green Bay Spin to Lunenburg—with vibrantly colored historic architecture and a beautiful bay as a backdrop, it is one of the most postcard-perfect towns in Canada Bike the scenic Lighthouse Route past colorful boat houses, weathered docks, beautiful old sea captain’s homes and sandy beaches We take to the water for a scenic cruise along the coast, spotting lighthouses, porpoises and seals.
Days 5-6 wolfville
Shuttle to Wolfville, with its shady elm trees and manicured lawns, in the picturesque Annapolis Valley Set out on what some say is the prettiest ride in Nova Scotia, beginning with sweeping views of the Bay of Fundy and continuing along quiet country roads that hug the water and pass farms and apple orchards Taste unique Nova Scotia varietals at the award-winning Domaine de Grand Pré winery Hike to the Grand Pré National Historic Site and learn about the British deportation of the Acadians in 1755 
After a picnic lunch, we return to Halifax.
WATER VIEWS AND HISTORIC SPLENDOR: Casual Inns
White Point Beach Resort (2 nights): Set against a white-sand beach, this charming rustic lodge features modern amenities, swimming pools, two lakes and a day spa.
Lunenburg Arms (2 nights): This graciously appointed inn is situated in Old Town Lunenburg, overlooking the harbor.
Victoria's Historic Inn & Carriage House (1 night): Dating back to 1893, rooms at this charming bed-and-breakfast are individually decorated and appointed with antiques.
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Levels 1 to 2 2 Route Options Available
- Biking 17, 24 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Levels 1 to 2 2 Route Options Available
- Walking 3.3, 5.4 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Levels 1 to 3 4 Route Options Available
- Walking 4 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
- Biking 9, 23, 32 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 4
- Levels 1 to 2 3 Route Options Available
- Biking 11, 18, 27 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
- Scenic Cruise 2 hours
Day 5
- Levels 1 to 4 3 Route Options Available
- Biking 20, 25, 41 miles
- 0 - 1500 feet elevation gain
Day 6
- Level 1 1 Route Option Available
- Hiking 4 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Routes For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Activity Level | Average Time | Biking Average | Walking Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 2-3 hours | 10-20 mile | 2-5 miles |
| Level 2 | 2-4 hours | 21-30 miles | 5-7 miles |
| Level 3 | 3-5 hours | 31-40 miles | 7-9 miles |
| Level 4 | 4-6 hours | 41-55 miles | 9-11 miles |
| Level 5 | 5-7+ hours | 56-75+ miles | 11-13+ miles |
2010 DATES
CLASSIC TRIPS
- 7/4-9Price: $2398 pp dbl. occ., (+ $480 for sgl. occ.)
- 7/18-23Price: $2498 pp dbl. occ., (+ $480 for sgl. occ.)
- 7/25-30Price: $2498 pp dbl. occ., (+ $480 for sgl. occ.)
Guest Trip Reviews
I had a great time. I was especially impressed by the healthy food choices food presented by Backroads. The leaders did everything they could to anticipate our needs. They both made it seem as though this was the most important trip they ever led.- Farmington, CT
This was my first Backroads trip and I was incredibly impressed. I have to admit I was nervous before the trip, because I was going by myself. Well, I ended up having a great time and really enjoying my fellow travelers - and the tour leaders. I was also a little concerned about the biking, but it was just about right. I wasn't the fastest, and I wasn't the slowest. And the best part was all the trail mix you could eat!- New York, NY
Everything was outstanding. I loved the fact that everything was so planned out, yet so flexible- Old Westbury, NY
I thoroughly enjoyed this trip. There was variety of activity and terrain and the days were nicely paced.- Walkerton, ON