Raise Your Spirits with These Refreshing Nova Scotia Getaways

Discover award-winning wines, craft beers, crisp ciders, and artisanal spirits with these refreshing fall packages across Nova Scotia. Surround yourself with vineyard views, take a guided wine and garden tour, learn about beer characteristics, or sip and savour a Nova Scotia-inspired margarita flight. Whether you’re looking to get away among the vines or spend the afternoon expanding your knowledge of the brewing process, these packages are guaranteed to help you unwind and lift your spirits.

Domaine de Grand Pré: Grand Pré Wine, Dine & Stay

This fall, Visit Atlantic Canada’s oldest farm winery to sip award-winning wines, savour locally inspired cuisine, and spend the night in a charming historic inn. Join an expert-led wine tasting to gain fascinating insights into grape growing and winemaking, then indulge in a gourmet four-course tasting menu perfectly paired with estate wines. End your day at the Inn at Grand Pré Winery, where you’ll wake up to breakfast for two, delivered to your suite or served in the elegant dining room.

Two women do cheers with their wine glasses as they dine at Le Caveau Restaurant in Nova Scotia. — Domaine de Grand Pré

Planters Ridge: Valley Vineyard Getaway

Escape to The Stay at Planters Ridge for a two-night vineyard retreat. Upon arrival, unwind with a curated pairing of local cheese and Planters Ridge wine as you settle into your beautifully renovated farmhouse accommodations overlooking the scenic vineyard. Enjoy a complimentary wine flight in the tasting room while watching the sun set over the vines. The next morning, ease into your day with a European-inspired breakfast featuring fresh, local ingredients from the Annapolis Valley.

A bottle of Planter's Ridge white wine sits on a table with two charcuterie boards and several glasses of wine. There are three sets of hands in the photo eating the food. — Planters Ridge Winery, Port Williams

Benjamin Bridge Winery: Biodiversity Tour & Wine-Led Walk

Dive into the fascinating world of grape growing on a guided biodiversity garden tour at Benjamin Bridge Winery. Discover the unique microclimate of the Gaspereau Valley and learn about the carefully selected crops planted throughout the vineyard garden from your knowledgeable guide. As you stroll through the grounds, enjoy three rotating wine samples that reflect the character of the coastal climate. Take in the picturesque vineyard views while sampling garden-grown popcorn, and conclude your tour beside the tranquil Gaspereau River.

Avondale Sky Winery: Sip, Stay & Savour

Gather your wine-loving friends and enjoy a quiet two-night vineyard escape at Avondale Sky Winery. Take part in an exclusive after-hours tasting, where you’ll sample small-lot and premium wines thoughtfully paired with local cheese, charcuterie, and artisanal olives. Listen as your knowledgeable guide shares insights into the winery’s terroir and climate during a vineyard tour, then uncover the secrets of the bottling process. Unwind each evening in the winery’s historic farmhouse where you can cozy up by the wood stove or watch the stars from the spacious deck.

Four women walk thorough a vineyard at Avondale Sky Winery during the fall. — Avondale Sky Winery, Newport

Boxing Rock Brewing Company: The Tasting Room Experience

The tasting room transforms into a classroom with this unique experience from Boxing Rock Brewing Company. Take part in a guided beer and food tasting to learn about style characteristics, the brewing process, and the best flavours to pair with your favourite brews. Enjoy six unique beers, complemented by a local charcuterie board, as your taste buds embark on an in-depth sensory exploration of the complex world of craft beer.

Tasting notes for beer — Boxing Rock Brewing Company, Shelburne

The 7 Virtues: Alchemy & Apéritifs

Engage your senses on a unique adventure in downtown Halifax that combines alchemy and mixology into one unforgettable package. Begin at The 7 Virtues Perfume Atelier, where you’ll be guided by an alchemist to create and personalize your own custom perfume. Then, make your way through a hidden passageway to Bar Sofia for a Nova Scotia-inspired margarita flight, paired with tasting notes and insights from your knowledgeable bartender.