Itinerary

Day 1:  16:00 pickup in Halifax, or meet in Chester/Hubbards for a delicious introductory dinner. D (Meal inclusions shown for guided trips only. Self-guided trips include breakfasts only).
Mecklenburgh Inn, Chester, www.mecklenburghinn.ca; or
Anchorage House & Cottages, Hubbards, www.anchoragehouse.com

Day 2:  Cycle 30, 52 or 72km (19, 32 or 45miles)  Riding around the Aspotogan Peninsula – a famous route for recreational and racing cyclists from nearby Halifax, you will pass through traditional fishing villages of Blandford, Aspotogan and Northwest Cove, and by the beach at Bayswater, and can make extra side trips to see where the biggest whaling station in EasDay 1 : 16:00 pickup in Halifax, or meet at 17:00 in Chester/Hubbards for a delicious introductory dinner. D (Meal inclusions shown for guided trips. Self-guided trips include breakfasts only).
Mecklenburgh Inn, Chester; or
Anchorage House & Cottages, Hubbards

Day 2: Cycle up to 78km/49 miles. Shorter options available
Riding around the Aspotogan Peninsula – a famous route for recreational and racing cyclists from nearby Halifax, you will pass through traditional fishing villages of Blandford, Aspotogan and Northwest Cove, and by the beach at Bayswater, and can make extra side trips to see where the biggest whaling station in Eastern North America used to operate in "New" Harbour; to gaze at the distant lighthouse on East Ironbound Island; and to see one couple’s fantasy – a fairytale castle that inspires myths and tales. Return to your waterfront village to explore independent evening dining options. BL
Mecklenburgh Inn, Chester; or
Anchorage House & Cottages, Hubbards

Day 3: Cycle 46km/29 miles, plus options. Short route begins at Martin’s River. Longer route begins in Chester. Extra ride includes Blue Rocks and Stonehurst.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast and prepare for one of Nova Scotia’s most interesting rides. You will begin on an abandoned railbed with beautiful bridges, and the wonderful variety of wilderness and open vistas of the sea. You will then hop off the trail to ride our favourite stretch of coastal country road anywhere. From here to Lunenburg, the pavement seems built for bikes to follow the shoreline. It’s hard to choose between savouring them slowly or speeding to Lunenburg in 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. BD
Alicion B&B; or
Smuggler's Cove Inn, Lunenburg

Day 4: Cycle 41km/26 miles, plus options; or seakayak to the seal rookery
This is a rich ride, with side trips to delightful places, including seacaves reached through tunnels at The Ovens Park, fine beaches around Kingsburg and Rose Bay, and of course the sweet-smelling bakery reached by a cable ferry. Return to Lunenburg in time for an independent dinner. If you prefer to paddle, this is one of the best seakayak experiences in Nova Scotia. You will meander through many islands – both inhabited and wild, and will be visited by dozens, maybe hundreds, of seals. BL (There is a supplemental fee for seakayaking but lunch is provided).
Alicion B&B; or
Smuggler's Cove Inn, Lunenburg

Day 5: Bicycle 66km/41 miles.
Cross the LaHave cable ferry early this morning, and stop at the sweet-smelling bakery to help your guides select options for lunch. Stop to see Fort Point Lighthouse 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 in Port Medway, before a transfer to Wolfville, where you will spend the next two nights exploring near the Fundy coast.  BLD
Tattingstone Inn; or
Victoria’s Historic Inn, Wolfville

Day 6: 14km/9 miles hike. Ride available for non-hikers.
A four hour hike 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 the strong tides into a tapestry of eddies, whirlpools, and whitewater currents. Eat a delicious lunch overlooking the expansive views of sea and sky before savoring the hike back to civilization, and the choice of several excellent dining options in Wolfville. BL
Tattingstone Inn; or
Victoria’s Historic Inn, Wolfville

Day 7: 15km/3 miles warm-up walk, and 15km/9 miles ride. Longer ride available: 75km/46 miles. Optional inner tubing.
Walk on the Acadian dykes to Grand Pre, to see how early farmers controlled the tides to their advantage. Visit the Acadian site of Grand Pre, 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. Optional inner tubing down the Gaspereau River, through apple orchards toward the sea, or swimming at Lumsden’s Dam.

Long ride option: Ride through Port Williams, Canard, and Canning to Hall’s Harbour, for tide-watching, appreciation of how fishermen have adapted to the huge tides, and for a freshly-cooked lobster lunch. There are two 800ft hill climbs. Late afternoon transfer to Halifax. Btern North America used to operate in "New" Harbour; to gaze at the distant lighthouse on East Ironbound Island; and to see one couple’s fantasy – a fairytale castle that inspires myths and tales. Return to your waterfront village to explore independent evening dining options. BL
Same lodging

Day 3:  Cycle 24 or 46km (15 or 29 miles), plus options. Short route begins at Martin’s River. Longer route begins in Chester. Extra ride includes Blue Rocks & Stonehurst. Enjoy a delicious breakfast and prepare for one of Nova Scotia’s most interesting rides. You will begin on an abandoned railbed with beautiful bridges, and the wonderful variety of wilderness and open vistas of the sea. You will then hop off the trail to ride our favourite stretch of coastal country road anywhere. From here to Lunenburg, the pavement seems built for bikes to follow the shoreline. It’s hard to choose between savouring them slowly or speeding to Lunenburg in 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. BD
Alicion B&B, Lunenburg, www.alicionbb.com; or
Boscawen Inn, Lunenburg, www.boscawen.ca

Day 4:  Cycle 43km (27 miles), plus options; or seakayak to the seal rookery. This is a rich ride, with side trips to delightful places, including seacaves reached through tunnels at The Ovens Park, fine beaches around Kingsburg and Rose Bay, and of course the sweet-smelling bakery reached by a cable ferry. Return to Lunenburg in time for an independent dinner. If you prefer to paddle, this is one of the best sea-kayak experiences in Nova Scotia. You will meander through many islands – both inhabited and wild, and will be visited by dozens, maybe hundreds, of seals. B (Lunch is provided for sea-kayakers; and there is a supplemental fee).
Same lodging

Day 5: Cycle 91 or 110km (56 or 68 miles). Shorter options available. Cross the LaHave cable ferry first thing this morning. Stop to see Fort Point Lighthouse 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, Beach Meadows, Port Medway, you will enjoy a picnic lunch (guided trips only) near a beautiful lighthouse, and another lighthouse in which you can sound the foghorn. At White Point Beach, you can stroll the white sand of the beach, swim in ocean, outdoor or indoor pool, or soak in the hot tub before dinner.  BLD
White Point Beach Lodge, White Point, www.whitepoint.com

Day 6:  Hike 10km (6 miles) to a deserted beach, or seakayak (optional) to deserted islands. Whichever option you choose today, you are in for a treat. The hike takes you to a seldom visited part of the Kejimkujik Seaside National Park, and a fabulously remote white sand beach. In spring and early summer we stay below the high tide mark on the beach to avoid disturbing nesting birds near the dunes, and we sometimes offer to help Parks Canada with monitoring and protection projects. The seals can also be good company here, especially if you like to swim in the surf! The kayaking – an optional extra that needs a few days of advance planning – takes you from a gorgeous string of beaches connected by trails to wilderness islands just offshore. Both are special experiences your guides love to show you. After a wonderful day of activity, we transfer you back to Hubbards or Halifax in time for dinner.  BL

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