Excursion Fortress of louisbourg and rum tasting tour at Sydney

Tour the highlights of Louisbourg and discover the secrets within the stone walls of its fortress on this half-day excursion. Board a motor coach and travel 45 minutes to the historic Louisbourg Lighthouse, the first ever lighthouse in Canada and second oldest in North America. Take the opportunity to stop and take photos of this gracious white octagonal structure built in 1923 that is situated beautifully along the rocky coast.

Continue on for a short ride, reaching your destination at Fortress Louisbourg, a restored 18th-century French settlement recognized as a Canadian National Historic Site. Receive an orientation and a map upon arrival and participate in a short-guided tour. While at the fortress, visit the resident watering hole for a 35-minute rum-tasting and learn about the 18th-century rum trade, and how this popular libation influenced everything from sugarcane to slavery.

Enjoy time on your own afterwards, exploring the town or participating in one of the many museum exhibitions available. Conclude your visit to this historic fortress and board your motor coach for the ride back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Louisbourg, Louisbourg Fortress, Louisbourg Fortress, rum tasting

Note

Please note: There is minimal walking involved on this trip, though some areas at Louisbourg have rough or uneven terrain and may not be suitable for those with walking difficulties. Guests must be able to disembark the coach on their own. Casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as well as a light jacket and umbrella or sunhat depending on the day's weather.