Private tour in Saint John New Brunswick Stephen R

St.-Andrews-by-the-Sea; four hours, with private transportation

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Very pleased to meet you. I’m a retired college professor; used to talking, and having an audience. Canadian born and bred, I’ve lived in five Canadian provinces and countries around the world: the USA, China, the Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Dubai, and Korea. In Korea, I ran the “Seoul Mystery Tours.” If you missed them, my apologies. They got me a fair bit of notoriety, interviews, marriage proposals, and writeups in various publications. I also wrote “The Rough Guide to Seoul.” So guiding was always in my blood. Having lived in so many countries, and not needing to be anywhere in particular, I chose in retirement to settle here in Saint John, deciding it is simply the finest place in the world. Everything is here, and near: history, culture, nature, landscapes, wildlife right up close, perfectly-preserved buildings from back in the day when architecture was fine art, and a local population that loves talking to strangers and sharing stories. And there are a lot of stories. Among other incidents of my misspent youth, I am also an experienced journalist, a published writer, and author of a book on Canadian history. I’ve been guiding in and around Saint John for three years, at this writing. I have made many new friends, which is a big reason I love the work. I hope soon you will be one. And I hope I will leave you with memories you will never forget.

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Overview of your Saint John New Brunswick tour

Join me on a shore excursion to an heirloom of the Belle Epoque, the postcard-perfect town of St. Andrews-by-the-Sea, Canada’s first summer resort, where magnates and celebrities once flocked to escape the heat, hayfever, and hustle of urban life. It is my favourite summer getaway from Saint John. I did not grow up here, but it reminds me of the town in which I did grow up, in the Thousand Islands on the St. Lawrence River. Irving Berlin once had a summer home in both places. St. Andrews always feels to me like stepping back in time; or into a novel. Perhaps The Great Gatsby.

Your Saint John New Brunswick tour itinerary

• Reversing Falls, on the way there and on the way back, to see the waterfall flow in both directions. • The great north woods, Longfellow’s “forest primeval.” • The Algonquin Resort, a grand old railway hotel still in operation. • The tourist town of St. Andrews • Shopping on its quaint and lively main street. • The Bay of Fundy, up close • The blockhouse, preserved from the War of 1812. • The memorial to the Irish immigrants of 1847.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan

A private car and driver will be contracted to suit the size of your group.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation With Driver
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada

Marco Polo Cruise Terminal, Jubilee Cruise Terminal, Long Wharf Cruise Terminal, or your hotel.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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Tour categories
History
City Highlights
Architecture
Shopping
Tour reference number
1451154
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate

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Who is this private tour in Saint John best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore the historic charm of St. Andrews-by-the-Sea, a town that feels like stepping back into the Belle Epoque era. It's ideal for those interested in history, architecture, and scenic beauty, as well as anyone looking to connect with a local guide like Stephen R. for deeper insights into the area.

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