• Charlotte Street - Travel along Charlotte Street, a prominent thoroughfare in Sydney’s downtown. Encounter local shops, eateries, cafés, churches, historic sites, and the vibrant city center as you embark on your Cape Breton shore excursion.
• Bras D’or - Pause at the Bras d’Or Lake Look-Off to admire the stunning vistas of one of Cape Breton Island’s renowned natural wonders. Known as Cape Breton’s inland sea, Bras d’Or Lake features serene waters, rolling hills, lush forests, and tranquil scenery. This picturesque stop enhances your tour with natural beauty, lake views, and local charm.
• Saint Anns - Visit the St. Ann’s Look-Off for breathtaking views of St. Ann’s Bay, the Englishtown Ferry, and the scenic start of the world-famous Cabot Trail. From this vantage point, appreciate Cape Breton’s coastal splendor, rolling hills, serene water views, and local fishing boats in the bay, offering an authentic Cape Breton coastal experience during your shore excursion from Sydney Cruise Port.
• Englishtown Ferry - Delight in a brief ride on the Englishtown Ferry, a small cable ferry crossing near the Cabot Trail’s beginning. This scenic journey provides peaceful views of St. Ann’s Bay, coastal landscapes, local fishing boats, and Puffin tour boats in the vicinity. Additionally, you can view the nearby grave of Giant Angus MacAskill, a celebrated local legend of Cape Breton.
• Cabot Trail - Discover the allure of the world-renowned Cabot Trail, where each turn reveals new vistas of Cape Breton’s mountains, forests, ocean, and serene coastal communities. This scenic drive is famed for its winding roads, dramatic landscapes, refreshing Atlantic air, and unforgettable lookout points.

As you traverse the Cabot Trail, relish a perfect blend of natural beauty and local charm, from tranquil fishing spots and verdant hills to awe-inspiring ocean views and rugged coastlines. It is a highlight of any Cape Breton shore excursion and a must-see for visitors arriving at Sydney Cruise Port.

• Cabotto Chocolates and Art Gallery - Explore Cabotto Chocolate, a delightful local chocolate shop along the Cabot Trail. Savor handcrafted confections, warm hospitality, and distinctive flavors, including exquisite ruby chocolate, celebrated for its natural pink hue and smooth fruity taste.
  Guests may have the opportunity to sample before purchasing, making it an enjoyable stop to taste local chocolates, select favorites, and acquire sweet souvenirs during your Cape Breton shore excursion.
• Clucking Hen Cafe & Bakery (Seasonal May-October) - Visit the Clucking Hen Café & Bakery, a beloved local café along the Cabot Trail. Indulge in freshly baked goods, coffee, sandwiches, soups, and homemade-style treats in a cozy Cape Breton setting.

From this location, enjoy views of the Bird Islands, known for seabirds, puffins, bald eagles, and stunning coastal scenery. This stop enriches your shore excursion with local cuisine, nature views, and Cape Breton charm.

• Glass Artisans Gallery - Explore a local glass artisan studio and witness a live glass blowing demonstration by a talented Cape Breton artisan. Observe the creation of beautiful handmade glass pieces shaped with heat, skill, and creativity.
  Guests can also browse and purchase unique handmade glass souvenirs, making this a memorable local art stop during your Cabot Trail shore excursion.
• Keltic Lodge - Pause near the iconic Keltic Lodge, one of Cape Breton’s most famous landmarks in the Ingonish area. Enjoy stunning views of the mountains, ocean, coastline, and Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
• Green Cove Trail - Visit Green Cove, a striking rocky coastal stop along the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Experience the fresh Atlantic air, crashing waves, rugged shoreline, smooth granite rocks, and expansive ocean views.
  This is an excellent spot for photography, a short walk, and experiencing the wild coastal beauty of Cape Breton. Depending on the day, guests may also observe seals resting on the rocks or swimming near the shore.
• Gaelic College - Stop at the Gaelic College, a renowned cultural landmark along the Cabot Trail. Here, guests can explore Cape Breton’s Scottish Gaelic heritage, including traditional music, dance, language, crafts, and local culture.
  This brief cultural stop adds history, heritage, and an authentic Cape Breton experience to your shore excursion.

• Admission fees
• Bottled water

• Lunch

Discover the renowned Cabot Trail of Cape Breton with a private Jeep shore excursion departing from the Port of Sydney. This picturesque journey is ideal for cruise passengers seeking comfort, flexibility, and breathtaking views in a more intimate vehicle. On sunny days, guests can opt for a topless Jeep, providing open-air vistas, a refreshing ocean breeze, mountain landscapes, and coastal photo opportunities. Meet your local driver/guide at the cruise port beyond security, who will be holding a sign with your name, and embark on a leisurely drive through coastal roads, fishing villages, mountain lookouts, and Bras d’Or Lake viewpoints. Enjoy attractions such as St. Ann’s Lookoff, Englishtown Ferry, Gaelic College, Cabotto Chocolates, Ingonish, Keltic Lodge, Green Cove, and scenic Cabot Trail viewpoints. Keep an eye out for bald eagles, seals, fishing boats, beaches, and rugged coastlines. This tour combines nature, culture, local stories, photo stops, and the charm of Cape Breton, ensuring a timely return to your ship.

• Infant seats are only available on request in advance

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.