Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley Winter Itineraries

Discover Winter in Nova Scotia

What’s Nova Scotia Like in Winter?

Nova Scotia in winter is quieter, less crowded, and known for coastal scenery, winter hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, seasonal festivals and events, and cozy seaside communities. While summer is the busiest travel season, winter offers a different way to experience destinations like Halifax, Cape Breton Island, the South Shore, and the Annapolis Valley.

Visitors can enjoy downhill skiing at Ski Cape Smokey, Ski Wentworth, and Ski Martock, winter walks along the Halifax Waterfront, and scenic drives through coastal communities without the busyness of peak season. Many restaurants, accommodations, museums, and cultural attractions remain open year-round, although some seasonal tourism businesses operate on reduced schedules.

A family is ice skating on the Emera Oval in Halifax

Bundle up with our Winter Packages

Your perfect winter getaway, made easy. Accommodations, attractions, activities and more are just a click away.

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Fundy Trails & Nova Scotia Flavours

$249CAD/Per Person

Hike coastal and wooded trails in the Cliffs of Fundy Geopark with a local guide. Then, enjoy a picnic lunch featuring That Dutchman's gourmet cheeses

Tide Rollers & Mudlarkers
Economy
January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2027

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Sable Island Fall & Winter Tours: Picture Perfect Tours

$3,390 –

$3,495CAD/Per Person

Experience Sable Island’s captivating winter beauty & spectacular wildlife on a 1-day island hiking adventure with a professional photographer-guide.

Picture Perfect Tours
Halifax
June 1, 2026 – February 2, 2027

Couple relaxing in Lakeside Glome at White Point Beach Resort, Nova Scotia

Romance at White Point

$887CAD/Starting Price • Per Couple

Escape for a 2-night oceanside getaway with 3-course dinners, Nova Scotia wine and house-made truffles, chocolate-covered strawberries or brownies.

White Point Beach Resort
White Point (Liverpool area)
January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026

Two adults relaxing in a Lakefront Glome at White Point Beach Resort, Nova Scotia

White Point Glome & BBQ

$845 –

$901CAD/Starting Price • Per Couple

Melt your cares away in a lakefront hot tub on a 2-night glome escape with oceanfront dining, live music and dinner of BBQ favourites ready to grill!

White Point Beach Resort
White Point (Liverpool area)
January 1, 2026 – May 14, 2027

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Pamper & Dine at Old Orchard Inn

$549CAD/Starting Price • Per Couple

Enjoy a one-night getaway for two, at Old Orchard Inn, with rejuvenating mani-pedis at Eau Spa and delicious à la carte dinner at Terroir Restaurant!

Old Orchard Inn
Greenwich
May 15, 2026 – May 15, 2027

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Taste Your Own Adventure at Old Orchard Inn

$575CAD/Starting Price • Per Couple

Indulge on a one-night getaway at Old Orchard Inn. Enjoy local wine, delicious breakfast and a half-day guided adventure with Where It's At Tours.

Old Orchard Inn
Greenwich
May 15, 2026 – May 15, 2027

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Lawrencetown Lodge Trek & Stay

$499CAD/Per Couple

Surround yourself in nature with a two-night cottage getaway. Hike or snowshoe local trails, enjoy a café lunch, and relax in your private hot tub.

Lawrencetown Lodge
West Porter’s Lake
July 24, 2026 – December 31, 2027

Exterior view of a cabin at Lawrencetown Lodge in West Porter's Lake, Nova Scotia

Lawrencetown Lodge Spa & Stay

$649CAD/Per Couple

Unwind with a two-night cottage stay, private hot tub, robes, self-care treats, sparkling wine, and a locally-sourced charcuterie board for two.

Lawrencetown Lodge
West Porter’s Lake
July 24, 2026 – December 31, 2027

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Seaside Pottery Weekend

$350CAD/Per Person

Create your own pottery and connect to Shelburne’s vibrant arts community on this unique getaway with hands-on pottery-making and local flavours.

Dirt to Dishes Pottery
Shelburne
June 6, 2026 – February 14, 2027

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Perfect Pairings Wolfville Escape

$250CAD/Starting Price • Per Couple

Take an easy escape with a night’s stay in a modern suite at Hotel Wolfville & indulge in a gourmet charcuterie board from the Wolfville Cheese Shop.

Hotel Wolfville
Wolfville
May 1, 2026 – May 1, 2027

Flavours of Place

$50CAD/Per Person

Enjoy a guided tasting of six handcrafted chocolates with your choice of beverage for a delicious journey through Nova Scotia's sweetest flavours.

Rousseau Chocolatier
Halifax
January 2, 2026 – December 31, 2026

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Maple Adventure: Jeep Tour & Taste

$150CAD/Per Person

Sweeten up your Cabot Trail adventure with an exciting on/off-road Jeep tour of the Margaree Valley, with guided maple grove tour and syrup tasting.

Cape Breton Backcountry Adventures
North East Margaree
January 14, 2027 – April 29, 2027

Side by Side SXS UTV rental from Highland Powersport Rentals in Baddeck, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia

Explore the Cape Breton Highlands with a Snowmobile or SXS UTV Rental

Explore the Cape Breton Highlands by snowmobile in the winter or year-round with a Side-by-Side UTV from Highland Powersport Rentals in Baddeck.

Highland Powersport Rentals
Baddeck
October 15, 2025 – October 14, 2026

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Taste of Place

Enjoy 3 signature wines paired with seasonal small plates, crafted by Executive Chef Chris Pyne, using ingredients from the on-site farm & Valley area

Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards
Wolfville
October 16, 2026 – May 1, 2027

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Valley Gems Tasting Tour

$180 –

$720CAD/Starting Price • Per Person

Discover Annapolis Valley flavours on a curated tasting tour at 3 unique, award-winning boutique producers with local guide & transportation included.

Where It's At Tours
Wolfville
May 1, 2026 – May 1, 2027

Stay & Dine

$380 –

$680CAD/Per Couple

Enjoy a peaceful two-night nature escape with Seek Wilderness, paired with fine dining at Olive & Vine and a bottle of Nova Scotia red wine.

SEEK Wilderness Accommodations
Truro
January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026

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Beachfront Stay & Clam Digging

$650CAD/Starting Price • Per Couple

Dig into adventure on a 2-night beachfront escape, clam-digging by day, and the freshest seafood feast by night.

Seaside Cottages at Ginger Hill
Lockeport
February 1, 2027 – May 1, 2027

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Bison Farm Adventure: Tour & Dine

$250CAD/Per Person

Watch majestic bison roam the land on a farm tour with the Teerling family, before dining lakeside on a German-inspired 3-course farm-to-table meal.

Lindsay Lake Farms & Lodge
Lindsay Lake
January 15, 2025 – November 30, 2026

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Cape Breton Highlands Snowmobile Tour

$565CAD/Starting Price • Per Person

Re-discover winter fun on a guided snowmobiling tour in the Cape Breton Highlands with TNT Outdoor Adventures.

TNT Outdoor Adventures
Baddeck
December 1, 2026 – April 1, 2027

Oceanfront Spa, Sauna & Seacuterie

$1,399 –

$2,999CAD/Per Family*

Enjoy a getaway by the ocean! Savour delicious seacuterie or charcuterie & wine, unwind with a massage & relax in a private outdoor hot tub & sauna.

Sidanna Retreat – multiple locations
Hunts Point
October 4, 2025 – December 31, 2026

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Luxury Riverview Dome Relax + Adventure Photo Session

$450CAD/Starting Price • Per Person

Make and capture the best memories of your adventure during a 1-night dome getaway with a guided hike, led by a professional photographer!

FlowEdge Riverside Getaway
Elderbank
August 18, 2025 – December 31, 2026

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One-night Riverview Luxury Dome Romantic Getaway

$445CAD/Per Couple

Soak your cares away in a private wood-fired hot tub & relax in the glow of 100 flameless candles on this 1-night getaway + meals from Lupin Dining.

FlowEdge Riverside Getaway
Elderbank
August 19, 2024 – December 31, 2026

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Seek Adventure: Bike & Stay

$530 –

$750CAD/Starting Price • Per Couple

Escape to nature with a two-night stay in a yurt or cabin, fat bike rentals, local snacks, and access to Truro’s Victoria Park.

SEEK Wilderness Accommodations
Truro
December 1, 2025 – December 20, 2026

Guided ATV and SXS Tours with Porters Peak

$159 –

$199CAD/Starting Price • Per Person

Get your adrenaline pumping on a high energy ATV or SXS guided tour on wooded and rugged trails near Halifax with Porters Peak!

Porters Peak
Porter’s Lake
October 15, 2025 – October 14, 2026

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Surf & Stay at Nalu Retreat

$415CAD/Per Person

Soak in the lake views from your 4-season geodesic dome, near Halifax and feel the thrill of catching waves during a private surfing lesson.

Nalu Retreat
Porter’s Lake
January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2026

Spa-inspired Dome Getaway

$480CAD/Starting Price • Per Couple

Soak in the views from your private outdoor hot tub. Relax by the fireplace, stargaze in the Zen loft, and indulge in local farm-to-table meals.

Nalu Retreat
Porter’s Lake
January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2026

River Ridge Lodge Friends Getaway

$793

Gather your friends for a 2-night riverside getaway. Recharge in nature and indulge in delicious charcuterie, craft beer tasting, and local dining.

River Ridge Lodge
Martin’s River
May 15, 2026 – October 10, 2026

Forging Lunenburg Memories

$380CAD/Starting Price • Per Couple

Discover the tools and artistry of an award-winning blacksmith—then swing the hammer to forge your own keepsake!

Wildertools
Lunenburg
January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2026

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3 Course Thursdays + Ceilidh

$205CAD/Starting Price • Per Couple

Head to Mahone Bay for a fun night of live, Celtic music with delicious 3-course meal and overnignt stay at a boutique inn—all conveniently onsite!

Kitch'inn
Mahone Bay
September 10, 2026 – May 13, 2027

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Bike the Fundy Coast Tour

$75CAD/Per Person

Take in stunning Bay of Fundy views as you fat bike on the ocean floor, with an expert local guide, in the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark!

Local Guy Adventures
Spencer’s Island
January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026

Relax and Renew at River Ridge Lodge

$457CAD/Per Couple

Surround yourself with nature on a 2-night getaway with local dining, chocolates, craft beer tasting, and adventures on the Rum Runners Trail!

River Ridge Lodge
Martin’s River
May 15, 2026 – October 10, 2026

Woman with a beer flight at Betty's at the Kitch in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia

Mahone Bay Room with a Brew

$205CAD/Starting Price • Per Couple

Explore seaside Mahone Bay and tap into Nova Scotia’s distinctive and delicious craft beer plus modern, queen suite accommodations.

Kitch'inn
Mahone Bay
October 16, 2026 – May 15, 2027

The Tasting Room Experience

$30CAD/Per Person

Savour 6 unique Boxing Rock brews on a guided beer and food tasting. Learn craft beer characteristics and insights on pairing your favourite flavours!

Boxing Rock Brewing Company
Shelburne
January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2026

Learn From the Locals

Our friendly locals have tips to help you make the most of your winter getaway. Find the best hot chocolate, the coziest accommodations and more on our blog.

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