Excursion Heart of the island tour at Sydney

Overview

Weave through Cape Breton's rugged countryside and along the shores of the Bras d'Or Lakes to the Nova Scotia Highland Village Museum, a 43-acre open-air site established in 1959. Join costumed animators for a storytelling tour and a milling frolic, a hands-on textile experience paired with Gaelic songs, tea, and traditional Scottish oatcakes.

Highlights

• Approximately two hours at the Nova Scotia Highland Village Museum's 43-acre site overlooking the Bras d'Or Lakes.

• A storytelling tour led by costumed animators sharing the Gaelic settlement story of Nova Scotia.

• A milling frolic — a hands-on textile experience with Gaelic singing, tea, and traditional Scottish oatcakes.

Important Details

• Walking: moderate, approximately 3 kilometers over paved, cobblestone, and gravel walkways, uneven rocky ground, grassy farmland, and steep inclines, with extended standing

• Not suitable for guests with limited mobility or guests who utilize a wheelchair

• Total drive time: approximately 2 hours

• Wear comfortable shoes and a light jacket or sweater

• Bring sunscreen, a hat, and an umbrella from the ship (weather dependent)