Private tour in Halifax Karl D
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Hello Guests. . . . Thank you for taking the time to read my Bio. I have been in the tourism industry for my entire career. My previous life was with Canada's National Railroad, Via Rail Canada where I spent 35 years. I was responsible for Food and Beverage and sourcing new products to enhance our services. I am a Foodie. . . My wife and I love to travel and experience new adventures. . I have cruised the Greek Islands, have done several road trips to California, Arizona, Texas, the Carolinas, Florida etc. . . We have also travelled extensively in Europe. I love to golf, play pickel ball and just recently learnt to play the guitar, harmonica and the mandolin. I have soft spot old cars and truly enjoy a good scotch or bourbon, I would never pass up an oppurtunity to smoke a cigar!! I understand what travellers are looking for when visiting Halifax on a cruise ship, or staying longer in a hotel or B&B. I truly strive to provide you My Guest an opportunity to enjoy the food, culture, history and the beauty of our hidden gems of Halifax Nova Scotia. (New Scotland in Latin) Living in the area and have discovered little coves and trails that are lovely and quaint. I am a "local Guide" Your personalized tour to the famous Peggy's Cove Lighthouse and village and other great locations will not disappoint you. Please review the other tours I offer. I specialize in Private Tours, and do not mix in others on your tour as other guides / companies generally do I take you off the beaten path and away from large crowds and tour buses were you can enjoy the sights more freely and spend the time enjoying the vistas with your family and friends. You will have a chance to meet locals that love to share their stories and sample their food, from fantastic fish and chips to Lobster roll sandwiches, steamed fresh lobsters to Maple Syrup, fantastic local wines and micro brews as well. My vehicles are government inspected registered and insured. We have also added an audio system for clarity. . . I have just upgraded my vehicle to a 7 pax very comfy Honda Pilot Touring. If you require larger vehicles for families and friends I can arrange the following transportation vehicles: 14 pax, 24, and 48 depending on availability. Please book in advance as in peak season these vehicles are in high demand. Registered by the Utility Board of Nova Scotia, and the Province of Nova Scotia. Qualified for first aid and AED Class 4 and 5 Drivers license My tours are about local cultures and scenic routes.
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Please note prices have been increased because of the price of fuel…… Welcome to your private tour, the tour features a drive from Halifax to to Peggy's Cove with gorgeous views and have a chance to get a feel for historical life in rural Nova Scotia. Locations to see: Peggy's Cove lighthouse and village, Titanic Graveyard, Citadel Hill, Public Gardens, Acadian Maple
Karl, thank you so much for your personalized tour of the beautiful scenic coast of Halifax and Margaret Bay area, the Scarecrow festival in Mahone Bay area was so much fun and the area is amazing. Give our regards to Roman for a wonderful lunch, Please make sure to make Finer Diner a stop for others, the fish and chips were amazing.
The only tour buses we saw were at Peggy’s Cove. Karl showed us the real Nova Scotia. He was personable and the Honda Pilot was very comfortable. We recommend Karl and continue to be impressed by Tours By Locals in general
Karl was so knowledgeable about every facet of this tour . We were so pleased with all the out of the way places he took us to. Please ask for Karl and this tour and you will be so impressed.
We loved Karl D. This was our most favorite tour of our entire trip. We would recommend him to everyone. He was extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of Halifax and his love for his city and the beauty of the area was apparent throughout the day. The tour was a nice mix of city sites and natural land and waterscapes. It was interesting to see the tiny shipwreck museum and to learn about the lobster fishing industry. We especially loved our lunch spot. The drive was comfortable, clean and organized. We hope to take another tour with him someday.
Karl is an absolute pleasure to work with! He is upbeat and friendly, and has a very comfortable car. Karl customized our tour to exactly what we wanted and had excellent communication leading up to our tour. Karl is very knowledgeable about the area and made our time in Nova Scotia very pleasant:). I highly recommend Karl as your Nova Scotia tour guide!
I have been on many tours while traveling and Karl’s tour was amongst the best. His communication was great from beginning, he was on time and provided more value than expected. I would highly recommend.
The Famous Peggy's Cove. This tour features a drive from Halifax to Peggy's Cove and touring along the lighthouse trail away from mass tourist areas. You will be able to stop along the way for picture opportunities and stretch your legs. Enjoy the gorgeous views along St Margarets Bay. Visit local shops and get a feel for historical life in rural Nova Scotia. As we leave the downtown area the drive takes you along the Historic Waterfront where we will have a view of the Great Halifax Explosition of 1917 and the two bridges that join Halifax and our sister city of Dartmouth, on our way to Fairview Lawn cemetery the last resting place of the souls lost in the Titanic. We then follow the coast to Peggy's Cove village and Lighthouse, stopping along the way at several little fishing villages. You have aprox 1 hour to walk the village of Peggy's Cove There are several small restaurants along the way that serve local dishes, they specialize in fresh lobsters, fish and chips, lobster roll sandwiches.
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My tours are in a Honda Pilot Touring. Please note I can accommodate 7 mid size guests. I do have contacts for larger vehicles. Please book early as these vehicles get booked. 9 pax, 14, 24, 36, 48
Marginal Road, Halifax, NS, Canada
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