Longitudinal World Cruise IV

Admire the coastal charms of Peggy’s Cove and discover Halifax’s link to the RMS Titanic. Drive with your guide along the coastal highway affectionately known as the Lighthouse Route. Upon arrival at Peggy’s Cove, enjoy free time to explore during a stroll on your own. Here, see the most photographed lighthouse in the world, part of a breathtaking seascape that also includes a granite sculpture by local artist William deGarthe. You may also admire the colorful houses and fishing shacks perched along the rocky shore, ponder the unusual rock formations forged by glaciers, or browse the village shops. Return to Halifax via St. Margaret’s Bay for a visit to Fairview Lawn Cemetery, the final resting place for 121 passengers of the Titanic. Learn more about the ship, its ill-fated maiden voyage and the passengers interred here during an informative guided walk.

Experience the beauty of Nova Scotia’s coast from the water during a ride in a Special Operations Boat. Board your vessel from the ship’s shell door landing, with assistance by a member of Viking’s Expedition Team. Once securely on board, lines will be untethered, and your thrilling journey will begin. As you motor across the water, enjoy the scenery of one of the largest natural deepwater harbors in the world, and imagine its past as one of the most significant seaports on the Eastern Seaboard. Your highly maneuverable vessel will allow you to reach less accessible locations along the water’s edge. Knowledgeable specialists will be on hand to explain the natural and cultural history of the port, and to alert you to the presence of wildlife in the area. At the end of your excursion, your Special Operations Boat will return you and your fellow travelers to your ship.

Investigate the picturesque scenery of the historic seaport of Halifax during an exhilarating Zodiac ride. Board your Viking Zodiac and set off from your Expedition ship with a small group of fellow travelers to explore Halifax’s historic harbor. As you cruise past Point Pleasant Park, view the crumbling fortifications and the Prince of Wales Martello tower, the last remaining of five that were built here. Keep watch for local birdlife; you may even spot a curious harbor seal as they pop their head from the water. Your Expedition team will answer any questions you may have along the way, as well as share stories and insights. At the end of your excursion, your Zodiac will return to your ship.

Take to the water and explore your surroundings with a member of your Viking Expedition Team. After a thorough introduction and safety briefing, transfer from your ship to the kayak staging area, where you will receive your paddle and join a fellow traveler in a two-person kayak. Your kayak has been designed to provide a combination of stability and comfort as you paddle your way through the open water. Dressed in a kayak suit (depending on the season) and bespoke life jacket for maximum maneuverability, you will be geared up to remain warm and dry during your expedition experience. Immerse yourself in the scenery of this historic seaport, while exploring the harbour and channels.  Keep an eye open for marine life as your paddle these waters.

Enjoy striking views of Halifax’s harbor while leisurely cruising on board a classic three-masted steel schooner. Take a short walk along the pier to your vessel, the Tall Ship Silva. Originally built in 1939, the Silva was a general cargo hauler and bulk freighter for five decades before its decommissioning; it was subsequently restored, renovated and launched as a charter tour ship. Once on board, receive a safety briefing, then relax as your crew unfurls the sails and you head out into the harbor. Revel in the sweeping views of Halifax’s coastline as your guide highlights points of interest. Enjoy a selection of light refreshments while listening to a toe-tapping performance by a local fiddler. After you return to the pier, you may choose to explore Halifax independently or walk back to your ship.

Enjoy a walking tour through Canada’s best example of a planned British colonial settlement. Once one of the busiest shipbuilding cities in the world, Lunenberg remains a bustling fishing port of extraordinary beauty. Its historic core is both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a National Historic Site of Canada. Drive with your guide and walk along the working waterfront, hearing about its seafaring heritage as you stroll. Explore on your own, perhaps calling at some artist-owned galleries or pausing to view St. John’s Anglican Church, an 18th-century Gothic Revival masterpiece. After lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the harbor, drive along the coast to the resort town of Mahone Bay. Enjoy a stop for photos at the picturesque Three Churches of Mahone Bay, an iconic symbol of Nova Scotia, followed by free time to stroll Main Street before returning to your ship.