The region
you’ll explore
An eclectic route is a mix and match of the cool things an area has to offer. You really could end up anywhere from one stop to the next. You might experience quaint towns, beaches, museums or unique local businesses and artisans. They definitely up the mystery and the fun!
Your journey will lead you to:
- Coastal Cafe
- White Sand Strolls
- A Much Kneaded Stop
- A Close Encounter
- A Step Back in Time
- Wharfside dining
- Distilled Memories
Please note:
- Your food option to start the day is a light bite
- There’s a choice of beaches for stop 2. One is accessible.
- Walking trail is wide and flat but rocky
- Food options at Stops 1, 4 & 8
- Stop 7 is seasonal, last day Sept. 25th
When to go
To experience every destination, we suggest planning your adventure between June and September 25th. If you prefer a quieter escape and fewer crowds your best bet is a mid-week jaunt between Wednesday-Friday, during the shoulder months.
Since everyone road trips at their own pace it’s difficult to say how long the trip will take you, but they are designed to be a day trip.
Start by 9 am
Drive time is 1 hour and 30 minutes or 72 km
The drive time for this route does not include stops
Distance to 1st stop from
Halifax
259 km – 2 hours 50 minutes
Truro
335 km – 3 hours and 36 minutes
Windsor
246 km – 2 hours and 46 minutes
Yarmouth
81 km – 57 minutes
Digby
181 km – 2 hours and 1 minute
Pictou
405 km – 4 hours and 10 minutes
Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that the land you will be travelling on is Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaw people. Local Detours asks that you respect and honour this. As you travel through these lands we hope you’ll take the time to understand the connection between the Mi’kma’ki people, their vibrant culture and how it has shaped the region.